Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Fire Safety Solutions in Southampton
Established by industry veterans with decades of experience since the 1980s, we specialise in tailored fire safety and security solutions across southern England and London. Our expertise spans wireless fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and emergency lighting, underpinned by BAFE and CHAS certifications. Guided by core values of Positivity, Respect, Ownership, Unity, and Delivery (PROUD), we prioritise client collaboration, technical excellence, and compliance with BS5839 standards. Our team delivers end-to-end support from design and installation to maintenance, ensuring systems meet evolving regulatory requirements.With a focus on heritage and commercial properties, we combine innovation with reliability to protect lives and assets. Our commitment to transparency and client education ensures informed decision-making, while partnerships with accredited fire risk assessors guarantee holistic safety strategies. This approach has cemented our reputation as a trusted partner for complex fire and security challenges.
Services
Fire Risk Assessment
Wireless Fire Alarms
CCTV Systems
Access Control
Emergency Lighting
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialist fire safety expertise since the 1980s
- Our BAFE-certified engineers ensure compliance with BS5839 standards
- End-to-end support from system design to ongoing maintenance
- Pioneers in wireless fire alarm solutions for heritage properties
- Collaborative approach with accredited third-party fire risk assessors
Associations and certifications
- BAFE
- CHAS
Services
Wireless Fire Alarms
Wireless fire alarm systems provide reliable protection with minimal installation disruption. Ideal for heritage sites and commercial properties, these systems eliminate cabling requirements while maintaining full functionality. Our solutions include design, installation, and ongoing maintenance to ensure compliance with current safety standards.
Fire Risk Assessment
Comprehensive fire risk assessments identify hazards and ensure Regulatory Reform Order compliance. We coordinate with accredited third-party assessors to validate findings and implement recommended safety measures for commercial premises.
Access Control
Custom access control solutions manage building security through advanced entry systems. Designed for commercial properties, these systems integrate with fire safety protocols to maintain emergency egress requirements while controlling authorised access.
CCTV Systems
Tailored CCTV installations enhance security for businesses and public spaces. Our systems combine high-resolution monitoring with fire safety compliance, ensuring uninterrupted operation during emergencies and integration with existing safety infrastructure.
Emergency Lighting
BS5266-compliant emergency lighting systems guarantee safe evacuation during power failures. We provide design, installation, and statutory testing services to maintain operational readiness in commercial and public buildings.
People
Alan Simpson
CEO
With over 30 years in fire safety since the 1980s, Alan leads system design and compliance strategy. His expertise ensures technical excellence across all ARC projects.
Andy Burridge
Managing Director
Andy brings decades of security sector experience, focusing on client solutions and wireless fire alarm innovation for commercial and heritage properties.
Questions
What fire safety services do you offer?
We provide wireless fire alarms, addressable systems, emergency lighting, access control, CCTV, and fire risk assessment coordination across southern England and London.
Are your engineers certified?
Our team holds BAFE and CHAS accreditations, ensuring compliance with BS5839 standards and industry best practices for fire safety systems.
Do you work with heritage buildings?
Yes, we specialise in wireless fire alarm solutions for Grade 1/2 listed properties, minimising disruption while meeting Historic England requirements.
How do you ensure system compliance?
We align all designs with BS5839 standards and collaborate with accredited third-party assessors to validate fire risk mitigation strategies.
What support do you provide post-installation?
We offer maintenance contracts, technical programming, commissioning services, and rapid-response support for system updates or emergency repairs.
Reviews (2)
Adam North
Sep 15, 2021
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Friday 24/09/21 8:20AM - LF19 VZU
Pulled into my lane, no indication, clearly didn't use his mirrors. I've never had to break so hard. Then cut over a roundabout cutting up two others nearly causing yet another accident in the space of 2 minutes. They'll save you from fire but kill you in a car crash
Pulled into my lane, no indication, clearly didn't use his mirrors. I've never had to break so hard. Then cut over a roundabout cutting up two others nearly causing yet another accident in the space of 2 minutes. They'll save you from fire but kill you in a car crash
Simon Jones
Sep 23, 2019
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The team at ARC are excellent. They have installed a wireless fire alarm system into the nursing home and it has been flawless from start to finish. 2 fire alarm panels and detection in over 60 rooms installed and tested in 3 days. A huge thank you to Andy Burridge and his team.
