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Allse Co., Ltd. Unveils IoT-Based Disaster Safety Management Solutions at Seoul Conference

[FPN Reporter Choi Young]

Allse, the company that previously revolutionized the Korean fire safety market with its innovative exit sign roadmap, has signaled a new era in fire technology with the launch of its IoT-driven disaster safety monitoring system.

On the 30th, Allse hosted a conference at the Hanra Hall of the Seoul Dragon City Hotel in Yongsan to officially unveil its IoT platform-based disaster safety management solutions. The event was a resounding success, attended by over 300 key stakeholders from construction firms, academia, and the fire safety industry.

Lee Byung-kwon, CEO of Allse, opened the event by stating, "Today marks the introduction of a new paradigm in disaster safety systems. With our 'allse' technology, we aim to achieve a second wave of innovation, following our previous success in enhancing the national standard for fire exit signs."

The 'allse' technology suite showcased at the conference features four core categories:

IoT Platform-Based Wireless Detectors

Aspirating Smoke Detectors (ASD)

Semiconductor-Type Linear (Heat) Detection Systems

Network-Modular Exit Signs

A major highlight was the "Anti-False Alarm" detection technology. Developed through years of R&D and backed by numerous patents, this technology aims to fundamentally solve the issue of frequent malfunctions in automatic fire detection systems—a long-standing challenge for fire departments.

"South Korea is seeing a surge in emergency dispatches due to detector malfunctions," said CEO Lee Byung-kwon. "We have implemented 'Darkroom' technology to block dust entry and utilized sophisticated algorithms to distinguish between actual fires and false triggers, significantly increasing system reliability."

The 'allse' system also provides real-time disaster alerts for individual apartment units. By monitoring electrical arcs, smoke, CO, CO2, and humidity, the system sends immediate notifications to residents' smartphones. This allows occupants to recognize danger faster than the traditional method of waiting for the building's management office to broadcast an alert.

In terms of cost-efficiency, the wireless IoT implementation eliminates the need for complex internal piping and wiring. CEO Lee emphasized that this approach can reduce construction costs to approximately 86% compared to the installation of conventional analog detectors.

For specialized facilities like cold storage and logistics centers, Allse introduced an Aspirating Smoke Detector (ASD) capable of operating at temperatures as low as -30°C. Developed in partnership with the Swiss-based Securitas Group, this system uses high-power IR LEDs for scattered light detection to minimize false alarms and supports branched pipe networks for wide-area coverage.

Furthermore, Allse presented a Fiber-Optic Linear Heat Detection System designed for underground utility ducts. With sensors placed at regular intervals, the system identifies the exact ignition point for a rapid response. CEO Lee noted that as safety standards for power and communication ducts are expected to tighten within the next two years, Allse is prepared to supply these IoT-integrated linear systems to meet new regulatory demands.

Finally, the company showcased its IoT Network Exit Signs, featuring a modular design for real-time status monitoring and easy component replacement, along with a Centralized Monitoring Dashboard. This dashboard service is expected to optimize disaster room operations and reduce the manpower required for manual fire inspections through long-term real-time data management.

"IoT platforms are now an integral part of our daily lives, and we have entered an era where we communicate with objects via mobile devices," concluded CEO Lee Byung-kwon. "As a leader in IoT disaster safety, Allse will continue to strive to be the company responsible for the safety of South Korea."