Area of Refuge
11 to 32 Stations
11 to 32 Stations
Area of Refuge (AOR) systems for 11 to 32 stations provide two-way emergency communication from either an elevator landing or stairway to the fire command center.
These systems are fully compliant with the requirements of:
- NFPA 72 (2016) §24.10
- IBC (2021) §1009.8
- ICC A117.1 (2017) Ch. 7
- ADAAG (2010) Ch. 7
In compliance with these requirements, these systems automatically and continuously supervise for integrity (opens, shorts, and system ground fault), low battery backup, and AC input power fail—alerts by sounder, LED, or relay output to an addressable fire panel.

Command Units
Fully integrated analog Command Units accommodate 11 to 32 or 10 ADA-compliant Area of Refuge Call Stations. The Command Unit provides both audible and visual indicators for an incoming call--LED lights indicate the calling location.

Call Stations
Hands-free, ADA-compliance two-way emergency communication endpoint for calling a constantly attended Command Unit or to an approved off-site answering point.

Accessories
Area of Refuge (AOR) systems support accessories ranging from flush mount trim rings to a network-based event supervisor.
Key Features & Benefits
11-32 Stations
Key Product Features | Benefits |
1. AOR Command Units are fully compliant with NFPA 72 (2016) §24.10, IBC (2021) §1009.8, ICC A117.1 (2017) Ch. 7, and ADAAG (2010) Ch. 7 | 1. Fully meet building code and life safety standard requirements for Area of Refuge projects |
2. Automatically and continuously supervises for integrity (opens, shorts, and system ground fault)— alerts by relay output to an addressable fire panel, LED, and sounder | 2. Supervises the integrity of the system, fulfills code requirements, and facilitates annual testing requirement |
3. Accommodates up to 16, 24, or 32 ADA-compliant AOR Call Stations | 3. Ensures scalable, accessible emergency communication for enhanced safety and compliance in various facility sizes. |
4. On-site calling to constantly attended location requires no outside phone line | 4. Ensures reliable, uninterrupted communication within the Area of Responsibility (AOR), even during network outages or external disruptions. |
5. Built-in UPS provides backup power in the event of primary power failure (4-hours non-active, 5-minutes active) | 5. Allows this critical system to operate during a catastrophic event while meeting NFPA 72 (2016) requirements |
6. AOR Call Stations receive power from Command Unit—powered by 120VAC | 6. Eliminates need to provide power at each Call Station location |