NFPA 72 identifies severaltypes of fire alarm control units (FACUs)based on their function and scope.
NFPA 72 (2022), Section 3.3.103 — Fire Alarm Control Unit (FACU):
Dedicated Function FACU: Performs a specific fire alarm role (e.g., elevator recall or sprinkler monitoring).
Protected Premises FACU: Installed on-site to monitor and signal within that building.
Releasing Service FACU: Activates fire suppression systems like gas or foam.
"Central station" is asupervising station, not a control unit.
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Dedicated function
Protected premises
Releasing service
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