ShakeAlarm
Designed To Protect To Warn To Safeguard With Innovation.
ShakeAlarm - Securing Safety with Swift Precision.
With proven reliability, robust design, and seamless integration into control systems, ShakeAlarm™ is your trusted solution for safeguarding lives and assets in earthquake-prone regions. ShakeAlarm™ is an innovative solution that offers crucial seconds of warning before the destructive S-wave of an earthquake arrives, by swiftly detecting and analyzing the precursor P-wave.
The system seamlessly integrates with existing industrial and civil infrastructure control systems, triggering emergency protocols like shutting down gas and electricity, stopping trains, and broadcasting evacuation alerts. Designed for reliability, serviceability, and survivability, ShakeAlarm™ offers unparalleled quality and can operate continuously for over 25 years.
Our ShakeAlarm Solution
How Does ShakeAlarm Work?
ShakeAlarm leverages advanced seismic sensing technology to deliver early warnings of impending earthquakes, it works by utilizing:
Seismic Sensors:
Passive triaxial seismic sensors installed on the foundation of the protected asset detect the early P-wave signals of an earthquake.
Data Acquisition Units:
A processing unit converts the analog signals from the sensors into digital data and transmits it to the data processing center in real-time.
Data Processing Center:
An industrial computer equipped with P-wave detection software analyzes the incoming data to distinguish between harmless vibrations and potential earthquake activity. If the threshold values are exceeded, ShakeAlarm sends out a Shake/No-Shake command.
Emergency Response Protocols:
ShakeAlarm interfaces with control systems to activate pre-programmed emergency protocols, such as:
- Broadcasting “Duck and Cover” or evacuation messages
- Shutting down gas and electricity
- Stopping trains to prevent derailments
- Returning elevators to the ground level
- Opening metered exit doors and fire station bay doors
Who Can Utilize ShakeAlarm?
- Schools, Hospitals, and Public Facilities: Evacuate or seek cover safely with immediate alerts.
- Transportation Networks: Stop trains, buses, and other transit systems to prevent accidents.
- Industrial and Civil Infrastructure: Shut down gas and electricity feeds, return elevators to ground level, and activate fire station bay doors.
- Government Agencies and Emergency Responders: Gain valuable time to coordinate effective disaster response.
- Commercial Buildings: Protect occupants and minimize damage to valuable assets.
ShakeAlarm is the essential earthquake early warning system for any organization in earthquake-prone regions seeking proactive safety measures to protect lives and assets.
Benefits of ShakeMonitor
Critical Early Warning
ShakeAlarm provides essential seconds of warning before the arrival of the damaging S-wave, allowing individuals to evacuate or take cover. This early alert system is crucial for reducing the impact of earthquakes.
Emergency System Activation
The system’s ability to stop trains, shut down gas and electricity, and bring elevators to ground level is vital in preventing catastrophic accidents and enhancing safety during seismic events.
Reliable Performance
ShakeAlarm is built to minimize false alarms and deliver consistent performance, designed for both indoor and outdoor use with a lifespan of over 25 years. This reliability ensures continuous protection.
Seamless Integration
The system seamlessly interfaces with existing control systems to activate pre-programmed emergency protocols, ensuring comprehensive safety measures are automatically enacted during an earthquake.
Customizable Communication Tools
ShakeAlarm is customizable for audio/visual alarms, text messaging, relay activation, and network communication, making it adaptable to various response needs and ensuring critical information is conveyed effectively.
Proactive Risk Management
This feature enables organizations to prepare for seismic events, reducing potential casualties and infrastructure damage. Additionally, ShakeAlarm provides valuable data for emergency response planning and seismic resilience assessment, helping organizations anticipate and mitigate risks.
Early Warning, Advanced Protection
Discover how ShakeAlarm, the advanced Earthquake Early Warning System, can provide critical seconds of warning to safeguard your operations and personnel.
At Weir-Jones Engineering, we not only offer this cutting-edge technology but also ensure its continuous monitoring and integration into your existing safety protocols.
Contact us today to learn more about ShakeAlarm and how we can help you enhance your earthquake preparedness.