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Edge Fire Alarm System
Edwards

Edge Fire Alarm System

The Edwards Edge Series is a scalable fire alarm and life safety platform engineered for mid-sized commercial and institutional buildings. Designed for speed, simplicity, and future-readiness, Edge combines intuitive operation with powerful system capabilities. Its 10" touchscreen interface, modular expansion options, and backward compatibility with IO Series devices make it ideal for retrofit and new construction alike. With reduced installation time, simplified maintenance, and remote diagnostics via ConnectedSafety+, Edge delivers high-performance protection with minimal disruption to existing infrastructure.

Key Benefits:

  • Faster installation with simplified programming and reduced cabling requirements
  • Backward compatibility with IO1000 and IO500 devices and wiring
  • Retrofit-ready with optional kits that preserve existing backboxes and wall finishes
  • Remote diagnostics and reporting via ConnectedSafety+ platform
  • Designed for standalone projects and future panel-to-panel networking
  • Supports up to 30 remote annunciators and 4 loops (250 devices per loop)
  • Customizable touchscreen interface with real-time event visibility
  • Compatible with Genesis LED notification appliances and Optica detectors
  • Electrical mapping for streamlined commissioning and servicing
  • Energy-efficient design reduces wire gauge and power supply need
Specification
  • The Edge Series Fire Alarm System is a mid-sized, addressable life safety platform optimized for rapid deployment and long-term scalability. It supports up to 1,000 addressable devices across 4 SLC loops and integrates seamlessly with legacy IO Series components. The system features a 10" color touchscreen interface, programmable switches and LEDs, and remote access via ConnectedSafety+ for diagnostics and reporting.

    Technical Highlights

    • System Type: Addressable fire alarm control panel

    • Display: 10" full-color touchscreen with customizable interface

    • Device Capacity: Up to 4 loops, 250 devices per loop

    • Annunciators: Supports up to 30 remote annunciators

    • Switches: 6 virtual, up to 72 physical; 5-color programmable LEDs

    • Compatibility: IO1000, IO500, Genesis LED, Optica detectors

    • Retrofit Support: Optional kits for cabinet reuse and wall preservation

    • Remote Access: ConnectedSafety+ for diagnostics, reporting, and predictive maintenance

    • Electrical Mapping: Serial-to-map tie-in for simplified setup and servicing

    • Compliance: UL 864, NFPA 72, CAN/ULC-S524

    • Applications: Mid-rise buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, commercial properties

Technical specification
  • Unique ref.edwards-edge-control-panel
  • Product familyElectronics
  • Product groupFire Detection, Monitoring and Alarm
  • TypeObject (single object)
  • Date of publishing2025-12-02
  • Edition number1
Related
  • Material mainMetal
  • Designed inUnited States
  • Manufactured inUnited States
Classification
  • BIMobject CategoryFire Products - Fire Protection
  • IFC classificationAlarm
  • ETIM CodeEG000056
  • ETIM NameFire protection systems
  • UNSPSC nameFire alarm systems
  • UNSPSC code46191505
  • Uniclass 2015 CodePr_75_75_30
  • Uniclass 2015 DescriptionFire alarm detection devices and control equipment
  • CSI MasterFormat 2014 Code28 31 63
  • CSI MasterFormat 2014 TitleFire Alarm Integrated Audio Visual Evacuation Systems
  • OmniClass Number23-29 31 13
  • OmniClass TitleFire Alarm Control Panels
  • CSI UniFormat II CodeD40
  • CSI UniFormat II TitleFIRE PROTECTION

Region availability

North America
United States
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