Cygnus will be exhibiting at The Fire Safety Event 2026 at the NEC Birmingham, where we’ll be discussing practical and compliant Waking Watch replacement strategies for occupied residential buildings.
A key highlight of the event will be Stephen Marsh’s seminar, “The Complete Guide to Waking Watch… and Beyond”, where he will explore why Waking Watch was introduced, the compliance considerations involved, and the practical steps for transitioning to a compliant wireless fire detection solution.
If you are currently managing a Waking Watch arrangement, reviewing interim fire safety measures, or exploring a wireless fire alarm system for residential buildings, our team will be available to discuss scalable alternatives designed for minimal disruption.
Why organisations are replacing Waking Watch arrangements
While Waking Watch can provide short-term risk mitigation, it is often costly, resource-heavy, and difficult to sustain across multi-building portfolios. Many responsible persons are now seeking a compliant Waking Watch alternative that improves coverage while reducing long-term operational pressure.
- Reduce ongoing Waking Watch costs
- Improve detection coverage in complex layouts
- Minimise disruption in occupied buildings
- Deploy scalable systems across multiple sites
- Move from interim mitigation to longer-term strategy
See true wireless fire detection and alarm system in action
Built for scale and flexibility, Cygnus-SN is powered by our MeshBeyond™ wireless technology, enabling the system to self-form and self-heal for reliable, resilient communication without extensive cabling throughout the building.
With zero wires beyond the control panel, installation is faster and more adaptable, particularly suited to occupied high-rise residential buildings and complex multi-storey environments where access and disruption must be carefully managed.
Join us at The Fire Safety Event 2026
Before visiting the stand, don’t miss Stephen Marsh’s seminar, “The Complete Guide to Waking Watch… and Beyond”, where he will outline compliant, practical routes for transitioning away from Waking Watch.
Visit Stand 4/G20 and pick up your free Waking Watch guide – our team will then be available to build on the session and explore how wireless fire detection can be implemented effectively within your building.
Whether you oversee a single high-rise building or manage a wider residential portfolio, visit Cygnus at the NEC Birmingham to see how a wireless fire detection system can support your long-term fire safety strategy.
Planning to replace a Waking Watch?
Speak with our team at The Fire Safety Event 2026 or explore our dedicated Waking Watch campaign page.
