Breakout Sessions

You Spoke, We Listened: Potter's New Product Showcase

Potter Electric Signal is in development of a series of product enhancement offerings to increase the capabilities of our robust systems. Please join us as we discuss the small and medium fire panel LCD upgrade, Portuguese and Spanish language fire panels, small footprint remote microphone, sidecar 16 programmable soft key panel, smoke control interface module, and Fire Service Access Elevator features.

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Unlocking Potential: A Deep Dive into Potter Software, Connectivity, Services, and RMR

Discover a diverse array of software products and services designed to elevate your installations, seize enterprise-level opportunities, and generate Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR). Our comprehensive session will delve into cutting-edge solutions, including PotterNet, Modbus Link, BACnet Link, IntelliView, and IntelliCom.

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Integrated Fire & Life Safety Solutions by Potter Global Technologies

In this highly interactive panel discussion, participants will hear how an integrated Potter Global Technologies fire and life safety solution can lead to opportunities never before available. We’ll take a look at existing capabilities, ideas for additional potential integrations, and take a snapshot view into ongoing projects already underway.

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Introducing Potter LED Notification

Introducing a new line of Potter branded energy efficient LED strobes, horn strobes, and speaker strobes! The new PE Series of notification appliances feature power-saving LED technology. This session will cover all the features and benefits of these new devices and how you can use them in your next projects.

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Staying Current with Codes and Standards

In our industry, the only constant is change. The codes and standards that regulate nearly everything we do in the fire and life-safety industry are certainly no exception. In this presentation we’ll take a look at where we are in the process with some of the most relevant codes and standards, identify and discuss some recent changes that will impact our industry, and share what to be on the lookout for in the future.

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Intelligent Connections: A Guide to Potter’s Fire Alarm Networking

This session will include key features and a brief demonstration of peer to peer networking of Potter fire alarm control panels. This presentation will include network paging, single-stream central station reporting and panel to panel correlations. There will be a brief Q&A as well.

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Empowering Potter ESDs: Key Resources and Support for Enhanced Fire Safety Training

This presentation will review the various resources available to Potter Fire Dealers, including our free online training options, hands on-live training, connected network of Potter Global Technologies life safety experts, and support services. Participants will also learn how to utilize our free Learning Management System to create a customized virtual learning track for their employees, complete with automatically generated progress reports sent to managers.

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Smoke Control Essentials: Code Requirements and Fire Alarm System Interface

This presentation covers the different types of smoke control systems required by Section 909 of the International Building Code, how they are configured, and ways they interface with fire alarm systems for manual and automatic control.  

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Discover the Future of Sprinkler Monitoring: Potter’s New Sprinkler Product Showcase

Come and learn about the latest generation of Potter’s Sprinkler products, including the PFC-4410G3, Flowswitch By-pass switch, Panel Mounted Remote Circuit Disconnect Switch, SignaLink, & others. This training will take a comprehensive look at these products and how they fit into the Fire Safety ecosystem.

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Success with ChatGPT & Co.: A Practical Guide to Productivity-Boosting Generative AI

Are you looking for ways to boost productivity and streamline your workflow? Join us and explore how you can leverage the power of generative AI with OpenAI ChatGPT, Microsoft Bing, or Google Bard to achieve new levels of efficiency and quality in your work. We'll begin by discussing the fundamentals of generative AI and how ChatGPT & Co. fit into the broader landscape of AI tools.

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Cyber Security for Small Business: Prioritize Your Digital Investments

Cyber Security Issues ignore the size of your organization. While large organizations have the ability to dedicate multiple people to this function, Small Businesses do not have that luxury. This session will help you determine where to focus your Cyber Security Investments and ensure your operating in the most secure fashion possible.

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The Next Chapter for ERCES: TowerIQ's Roadmap for Guardian BDA

An overview of the TowerIQ ERCES product roadmap for the timeline 2024 and 2025 will be presented. We are excited to introduce an number of new product initiatives that will provide our customers with a comprehensive ERCES product portfolio offering to address virtually any installation scenario.

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ERCES Pre-Sale: What to Know Before You Go

Nothing is more frustrating than not knowing the answers to questions you’re being asked. With the Emergency Responder Coverage Enhancement System (ERCES) market growing in necessity, more AHJs are asking questions that they expect you to know the answers to.

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Commissioning with Confidence: A Comprehensive Guide to Successful ERCES Installation

There are an unknown number micro-decisions you have to make regarding ERCES. Cable paths, code compliance, signal leakage and alarm triggers just to name a few. In this session we will be discussing the process of commissioning a system to ensure that your interaction with the AHJ, when it comes time to get their approval, runs smoothly. Join us, and leave more confident in your ERCES installation knowledge than when you entered.

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Beyond the Minimum Code Standard: UL-1480 Dual Purpose Speakers

This session will discuss the advantages of UL 1480 Dual Purpose Speakers in providing solutions that help customers communicate during Emergencies, while allowing them to gain a return on their investment by improving day-to-day communications and operational efficiency. We will also discuss how you can increase revenue and expand your customer base by providing additional high-margin solutions installed by your existing technical personnel.

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Introduction to Energy Storage Systems

This presentation will provide an introduction to the complexities of Energy Storage Systems and NFPA 855 (Stationary Energy Storage Systems) and what the detection options look like today. This presentation will present current industry challenges and potential solutions. Attendees will be introduced to some of the storage configurations the industry is employing and we will discuss potential hazards. During this presentation, we will discuss industry misconceptions and challenges that are still evolving.

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The Importance of Knowing the ERCES Rules of Engagement

This interactive presentation will provide insights on the critical rules of engagement integrators must understand in order to properly deploy an ERCES. Topics for discussion will center around fire codes/standards, FCC requirements, engagement of the Frequency License Holder, Competency, and key aspects of the Complete ERCES Handbook.

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Application of Fire Alarm Signals in Hazardous Locations

Understanding the various classifications and criteria of Hazardous Locations applications. Enabling you to provide the most efficient and comprehensive solutions, in compliance with all applicable codes to the most difficult hazardous life safety projects.

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We Protect the Things That Protect You

Safety Technology International (STI) reviews the company’s expansive fire, safety and security product scope. It aims to educate customers on how STI manufactures a wide range of high-quality security protection products including fire security devices, environmental enclosures, buttons and switches, strobes, alarms, wire guards, cabinets, covers, and alerts. The products are used to help protect and prevent theft, vandalism, damage, and misuse of important devices.

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Fire Alarm and CO Requirements in the 2024 International Building Code (IBC)

This presentation will provide an outline of the fire alarm and carbon monoxide requirements contained in the 2024 IBC. This will provide tips and tools to quickly identify the printed requirements, while considering the exceptions as well as options provided by each use group.

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Verifying Critical In-building Communications Coverage, Verification and Code Compliance

Identifying Indoor performance problems

Understanding NFPA and IFC codes and AHJ requirements

Regional Public Safety Enforcement trends

Grid Testing Public Safety and In-building Critical Communications

Quick view of landing page and short introduction to SeeHawk Central, our Cloud Reporting and Automation Platform

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Specialty Detection

Using flame and beam detection for your projects. Discuss NFPA Research Foundation’s study on smoke stratification. Also how flame detection works and reduces false alarms.

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Gas Detection 101: Protecting People & Property

Diving into the dangers of gas, how you protect against it, and reviewing popular applications.  

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Inspections in a Digital Landscape: Improve Operating Efficiencies & Grow Your Business

Digital inspections are becoming the requirement for many companies, organizations, and AHJs. Well-designed inspection software that is customizable, flexible, and affordable can make a real difference in building and retaining customer relationships. Learn how improving operational efficiencies in your inspection process can help maximize your opportunities and increase business. 

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Two-Way Communications Systems for Rescue Assistance – Code/ Standards and Best Practices

States like California have begun adding in provisions to the building and fire codes, that mandate NFPA 72 be used in review/approvals of these Emergency Communications Systems (ECS). NFPA 72 2019 added definitions and language that supported these systems and the survivability of their installation. The 2022 edition now requires that product used for this intended purpose be UL 2525 tested and listed.

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NFPA 72 Fire Alarm Inspection Requirements and the Evolution of Testing

In this presentation, we will be reviewing NFPA 72 and how it applies to Test & Inspection. We will be focusing on the necessary equipment needed for test and inspection, including how to properly use out in the field. Coding requirements will also be discussed at various points in the presentation as they pertain to the equipment at hand. 

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An Introduction to Surge Protection

DITEK is the industry leader in quality surge protection for commercial and industrial fire alarm systems. We have led the industry in the design and manufacturing of surge protection solutions for 35 years, incorporating the latest technologies for maximum performance and protection. DITEK, your first line of defense!

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Advanced P25 Applications

Equipment room and BDA testing

Uplink Testing and Monitor

SeeHawk Central Cloud Reporting and Automation Platform overview

P25 and Cellular systems Q&A

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