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| BBS-92 is the ONLY back-up alarm specifically listed in New York City’s noise control measures for use in all areas. |
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| Construction contractors and utilities in New York are now well into their planning for January 1, 2008, when a section of New York City’s new noise control code comes into force. From this date, all utility, construction plant and trucks must have an acceptable alarm in place on their vehicles before they arrive on site. However, the Citywide Construction Noise Mitigation rules, issued by the City’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), currently shows only one alarm technology is acceptable for use near sensitive areas – and that’s bbs-tek®. Because trucks and other types of plant move from site to site, fitting bbs-tek® will ensure compliance no matter where the truck goes, or machine operates. ‘bbs-tek®’ uses white sound alarm technology from Brigade Electronics Inc. By their very nature, tonal “beep...beep” alarms cause noise nuisance, hence the reason for New York City specifying bbs-tek® in its new noise control code. The City of Seattle and other authorities across the world are also mandating ‘white sound’ (broadband) alarms. The sound from a bbs-tek® ‘white sound’ alarm disperses faster than a standard ‘tonal’ alarm, yet usually is equally effective at a lower decibel rating, therefore reducing noise pollution. Even at a lower volume, tonal alarms can still cause a noise nuisance which can prompt complaints to the City. Brigade Electronics’ Director & General Manager, Henry Morgan said: “Once a valid complaint is received, the authorities have no option but to conduct a full and thorough inspection of all noise-related activities on site. This might lead to identifying an inadvertent breech of regulations.” The bbs-tek® ‘white sound’ alarm emits a sweeping “shhh-shhh” sound and, best of all, can only be heard in the vicinity from where it is emitted. The sound spans a multi-frequency range from around 800Hz to over 6,000Hz. It is this clever use of the latest sound technology that in its noise control measures persuaded New York City authorities to specify bbs-tek® in their noise control measures for sensitive sites. There are already over 8,000 bbs-tek® alarms fitted across the US in cities, ports and construction sites – working to improve safety and reduce noise complaints. The appeal is obvious and has already prompted big names such as local CAT dealer H.O. Penn to “strongly recommend” bbs-tek® to its customers. |
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 “H.O. Penn has been dedicated to outstanding customer service for more than 80 years. Our history shows we have a long record of continually making improvements to help support our customers and make them more successful. The company is focused on seeking all-win solutions. bbs-tek® is one of those solutions – a highly reliable product from Brigade Electronics Inc that is better for the customer, better for the workers, and better for the neigbours. |
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BRIGADE FLIES THE SAFETY FLAGBased in New York, Brigade Electronics Inc is the US subsidiary of the European market leader in back-up safety solutions, established in 1976, Brigade Electronics plc. The group is believed to be the only one in the world focused solely on providing a complete range of back-up safety systems. Today, North America is one of Brigade’s most important markets. |
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| US citizens and construction industry give new ‘white sound’ back-up alarms a resounding thumbs up | |||
| bbs-tek® has won numerous safety and environmental awards, including an award from the Society of Automotive Engineers; a Good Community award in Hawaii; and accolades from communities across America, especially Seattle, Phoenix and Houston. “Our bbs-tek® offers a win-win solution to contractors in New York City,” says Brigade Electronics’ Director & General Manager, Henry Morgan. “Not only do they get a quieter solution which will keep both citizens and inspectors happy, but bbs-tek® offers a safer solution with sound which is easier to locate.” The signs and sounds of commonly used warning lights and audible alarms are heard all over the city and so are associated with noisy construction sites, not imminent danger. Brigade’s bbs-tek® multi-frequency range avoids the aural hazards and irritations resulting from shrill narrowband sirens. |
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| INSTALLATION Fitting instructions are supplied with alarms and will be available by the end of 2007 on our web site at www.brigadeelectronics. com bbs-tek® alarms must be installed so the speaker faces towards, and projects the sound into, the hazard area (see diagram – above right). Back-up alarms must be fitted to meet OSHA or other appropriate regulations to provide an audible warning in the hazard area at the back of the vehicle. A range of models is available for all anticipated applications. Make sure the model selected is appropriate for the intended application. TESTING The alarm must be clearly audible throughout the hazard area. Refer to OSHA and other appropriate regulations. MAINTENANCE Test regularly to ensure correct function, if faulty first check for good wiring connection to the vehicle. If fault persists replace. For more information email sales@brigadeelectronics. com WARRANTY Covers the alarm for the life of the vehicle to which originally fitted. |
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