Residential complexes require a careful balance of safety, compliance, and energy efficiency. Unlike publicly accessible buildings such as hospitals or shopping centres, these complexes lack staff to guide occupants during emergencies, making reliable solutions essential for directing and alerting residents. Through our Elumen and Plexus brands, WBS has provided comprehensive safety and efficiency solutions to residential properties across Australia, delivering enhanced fire safety, dependable emergency lighting, and significant energy savings.
Residential
Networking Emergency Lighting (Elumen)
Powered by LoRa technology, Elumen’s Networking Emergency range integrates seamlessly with the Plexus mesh network, providing automated self-testing and real-time status reporting tailored to residential environments. Acting as repeaters, these devices ensure reliable communication across large complexes, such as apartment buildings, where consistent monitoring is challenging. Additionally the LED technology within the Networking Emergency range consumes significantly less energy than traditional fluorescent lighting solutions. At 1 McDonald St, Potts Point, this range achieved 80% energy reduction and mitigated $15,650 in annual maintenance, saving costs for building managers and residents through reduced strata fees.
Tether [I/O Monitoring] (Plexus)
Stormwater pump reliability is crucial in residential buildings, as pump failures can cause costly damage to carparks, elevators, and resident property. The Plexus Tether monitors pump systems, detecting issues before critical failure. This versatile device connects third-party systems to the Plexus network, providing real-time updates and instant alerts to maintenance teams. Its seamless integration offers an efficient, cost-effective solution to proactively protect property, minimise damage, and reduce repair costs.
Saturn Smoke Alarms (Elumen)
Elumen Saturn smoke alarms ensure reliable fire detection and compliance with the Australian National Construction Code 3.7.5.2, which mandates interconnected alarms for buildings with multiple alarms. Interconnection is critical in residential settings to provide timely alerts and facilitate safe evacuation, particularly when occupants are unaware of fires in other areas. These alarms use Bluetooth technology for interconnection and integrate with Plexus mesh networks, enabling automated self-testing and remote monitoring. This ensures efficient safety compliance, reduces labour, and minimises disruption to residents.
Plexus Gateway (Plexus)
At the core of the Plexus network is the third-generation Plexus Gateway, a standalone device installed in the facility’s main office. It provides GSM (mobile internet) connectivity for Plexus-enabled devices, using them as long-range wireless repeaters to create a smart, connected environment. Even during internet outages or power failures, the Gateway ensures uninterrupted monitoring of emergency systems with its built-in 4G connection and backup lithium battery. This redundancy keeps systems online, transmitting vital alarms and SMS notifications to maintain safety and compliance in all conditions.
By integrating innovative technologies, WBS provides efficient, tailored safety solutions for residential complexes. Through the seamless connection of fire alerts, emergency lighting, and pump monitoring via smart connectivity, WBS addresses the unique challenges of residential environments. With remote self-testing capabilities and real-time alerts, these solutions enhance resident safety and comfort while significantly reducing energy consumption, maintenance costs, and disruptions. This ensures compliance with safety regulations, delivering reliable, cost-effective systems that safeguard buildings and protect the wellbeing of residents.