In modern buildings — commercial offices, residential complexes, smart‑homes or system‑integrated properties — the security and alarm infrastructure is no longer an after‑thought. The Gira alarm and security systems range provides motion detectors, presence sensors, alarm sirens, intrusion‑protection modules, security control units and the accessories needed to tie them into building management. From my field experience: specifying the right product family up‑front saves integration issues later, avoids false alarms, and aligns the system with wiring, sensor zones and serviceability.
When the task is to monitor movement and trigger lighting, alarms or automation, you’ll look at Gira motion detectors. For instance, Gira’s “Motion and presence detectors” page describes their detectors that switch lights automatically based on movement or brightness.
In practice: you’ll check detection angle (e.g., 120° or 240° for outdoor models), mounting height, IP‑rating (for outdoor or wet zones), compatibility with your bus or wiring system (KNX, System 3000, etc.). A detector that’s over‑sensitised or badly placed leads to nuisance trips, especially in stairwells or glazed zones.
For zones where presence rather than mere motion matters (meeting rooms, corridors, control rooms) you’ll deploy Gira presence sensors. These devices remain active while people are present, and can tie into lighting, HVAC or security logic. Gira’s System 3000 series for presence detection is cited in online‑data.
On installation: you’ll validate coverage area, minimum detection speed, ambient brightness cut‑offs, and whether the sensor can integrate an alarm‑output or report absence. Specifying the correct presence sensor ensures you reduce false “no‑occupancy” alarms and keep lighting/ security systems aligned.
When an intrusion or security event must be signalled, you’ll use Gira alarm sirens and Gira security control units — the hub that receives zone‑faults, triggers alarms, handles access control or remote monitoring. For example, Gira’s “Alarm Connect G1 interface” is shown as a security‑system control module.
From a systems viewpoint: you’ll check the siren’s decibel rating, mounting location (internal vs external), cable entry/sealing, back‑up power or battery behaviour, control‑unit compatibility (firm‑ware, zones, remote access). Choosing the right control unit from the start ensures the wiring, zones and installer‑logic match your wider building system.
Beyond the active devices, the category of Gira intrusion protection and Gira system accessories encompasses wiring modules, zone interface boards, tamper sensors, remote keypads, and mounting kits—all the “behind the scenes” parts that make the system reliable.
In procurement you’ll check: the number of input zones, compatibility with existing bus or BMS, spare interface modules, mounting and cable accessories. From installation experience: missing system accessories cause the installer to improvise and that often leads to warranty or maintenance issues.
When purchasing Gira alarm and security systems in volume (multi‑unit buildings, retrofit programmes, smart‑home roll‑outs), the key evaluation points are:
Bank of Lamps supplies the full Gira alarm and security systems range — motion detectors, presence sensors, alarm sirens, security control units, intrusion protection modules and all system accessories — via our central warehouse in Latvia. We support B2B clients, system integrators, electrical contractors and building‑services teams across the UK, Germany, Netherlands, Baltics, France, Spain and Belgium. With bulk‑order capacity, consistent stock and logistics built for professional schedules, you can focus on installation and commissioning rather than partial supply.