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Power Generation
Oil and Gas
Petrochemical
Chemical
Water/Waste Water Treatment
Steel and Heavy Metals
Manufacturing
Pulp and Paper
Airport, Transit Stations
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Oce Complexes and Shopping Centers

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The NOVA Public Address and General Alarm system uses

microprocessor technology and cutting edge digital voice techniques
to provide superior performance and reliability for all types of
facilities. From remote system monitoring, to complete system health
checks, to individually addressable speakers, NOVA's innovative
features meet customer requirements in a wide range of applications.

Fully networkable system oers almost limitless audio

distribution capability.
Remote network interface reduces costs by allowing
remote maintenance and system reconguration.
Fault diagnosis / alarm reporting shown on the access
panel informs operator of system problems immediately.
Fully congurable messages and alarm tones oer practically
unlimited capacity of expansion.
With GAI-Tronics patented Smart Modules, the system
monitors troubleshooting of the individual speakers, line
transformers, and voice-coils with no additional cabling
required, which signicantly reduces maintenance costs.
Large capacity CobraNet digital audio matrix accommodates
majority of system sizes.

System Capabilities
The NOVA PA/GA System oers a wide range of features and accommodates
the largest of system requirements. NOVA oers:

Up to 32 simultaneous audio paths per network

Up to 64 nodes in a single network (bigger systems can be realized grouping more sub-networks)
Up to 64 audio inputs such as Access Panels, telephone or radio systems, BGM, tone generators
Up to 128 paging zones per node
256 Inputs / 256 Outputs for external system interface such as re and gas detection,
process monitoring, pushbuttons, sounders, beacons, and others
Individually controlled and monitored speakers
Up to 138 Hours of Message Memory
64,000+ Intelligent Devices in a Network
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General System Specifications

The PA/GA system can be divided into one or more
zones which can be accessed independently for
announcement or alarm broadcasts. Broadcasts
are transmitted through loudspeakers installed
throughout the facility. The system permits calls
between it and any existing public address
system. The system is modular in design and is
easily expanded to include remote ampliers
and/or combinations of ampliers. The area of
coverage will be such that calls will be clearly
audible in the paged operating areas and their
surrounding areas.
Loudspeakers and/or beacon circuits support
paging zones where one or more loudspeaker
circuits can be grouped into a zone. Each loudspeaker or beacon circuit is connected to the
central equipment for amplication and control /
monitor functions. The system can interface to
other systems such as telephone, radio, or other

paging/intercom systems. Up to 64 individually

prioritised audio interfaces are supported. Additional interfaces support external alarm/monitor
systems; NOVA can activate external system
alarms, and accept external system alarm/audio
inputs initiating both alarms and beacon/strobes.
Touch screen desktop or rack access panels allow
voice announcements and alarm control operations. Announcements can be congured to
broadcast in designated zones, or a zone selection
feature enables users to direct announcements to
selected zones. Access panels are connected to
the central equipment and assigned an access
priority for announcements, thereby ensuring that
the panel with the highest authority level takes
precedence over lower level panels. Alarms are
likewise given a broadcast priority that gives the
most critical alarm precedence.

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NOVA Central Processing Unit

10.4 VGA colour TFT display installed in a 19 6U panel

TCP/IP network layer, with standard Ethernet interface for system control
Two RS232 and three USB 2.0 ports for interconnection of compatible devices
True redundant capability
Rack mount sliding keyboard
Diskless and fanless unit
Industrial grade components
Audio matrix and I/O devices management
TCP/IP Ethernet connection to other systems
Broadcast control of alarm tones and speech messages
Upgrade, conguration, adjustment of whole system through built-in user interface

Technical Specications
Construction: 19 - 6U CPU plus 1U Keyboard
Dimensions: 482 x 267 x 330 mm (19 x 10.4 x 13 inches);
Keyboard: 482 x 45 x 243 mm
Power Supply: 24 VDC 25%
Power Consumption: 45W
Operating Temperature: 0 / 50C (32 / 122 F)
Fan Kit equipped: 0 / 60C (32 / 140 F)
Minimum Conguration
Processor: Intel 1600 MHz min.
Storage Device: Slot for Compact Flash, 2048 MB
Keyboard: 88 keys, integrated touchpad
Ports: Serial ports RS232/RS422/RS485
5 USB ports 2.0 compliant
2 100/1000 FAST Ethernet port
1 DVI Video interface
1 PCI Express slot
Operating System: Linux

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Class D Audio Power Amplier

Compact design 3U x 19
Up to 4 ampliers in a single module cage 3U (PA) + 1U (cage)
High eciency Class D 300Wrms Amplier
Thermal and output overload protections
Speakers line diagnostics function
Serial communication interface (RS485)
Forced cooling by means of dedicated fan activated on temperature threshold

Low frequency 30Hz test, setup and PA diagnostics, line ground leakage detection. A full set of front
panel LEDs is provided for fault indication (ground leakage, overload, over-heating temperature,
amplier fault), power on, Vu-meter function. An output transformer insulates the semiconductors
power rails from speaker line increasing safety for critical applications.

Technical Specications
Electrical
Nominal Power Output: 300Wrms (33.3 Load, 230Vac)
Line output voltage: 100Vrms (or client spec)
Input sensitivity: 0dBm (0.775V rms) // 68K
Frequency response: 40Hz - 16kHz (-3dB points)
Total harmonic distortion: <1% at 1kHz, 290Wrms
Signal to Noise ratio: >95dB (A)
Operating Voltage Options: AC Mains 120V or 230V
Input Mode: Mixed (CH1+CH2) / CH1 or CH2 priority
Power consumption: <450W or 550VA (at Nominal Power Output)

Mechanical
Mounting: 19 Standard Rack
Audio Connectors: 2 bal. 3 pin XLR + 3 pin screw terminals
AC Power: IEEE Standard, 3 pin
Operating temperature range: -10C to +45C
Storage temperature range: -40C to +70C
Relative humidity < 95 %
Data Comms (RS485): Connector type DB9
Weight: 9,3 Kg
Dimensions: (W x H x D) 100 x 130 x 395 mm, DIN standard 3U

Approvals
This mark indicates compliance with the following directives:
Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE)

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NOVA Audio Processor

Fully digital cross point audio matrix

CD quality audio signalling

Standard 19 2U rack suitable for

any 19 cabinet

Networking capability up to
64 devices

Easy upgrade and expansion

Audio over Ethernet by Cobranet

technology

PABX interface module

Up to 24 input/outputs

CE & UL approved
Graphic equalizer
Built-in diagnostics
Parametric equalizer
Feedback suppressor
Filters: HPF, LPF, high shelf, low shelf,
all pass
Mixers: standard, automatic, combiners
Controls: levels, invert, mute, preset, logic
Generators: tone, pink-noise, white-noise
Programmable delays: 0 to 2Sec

The Audio Processor AudiaFLEX oers a unique modular design. Conguration of the audio
matrix allows complete exibility in system design, including full redundancy. Audio input and
output are analogue with internal 24bit A/D & D/A converters. All internal processing is DSP, with
Ethernet communication for software control and DSP distribution. A multi-unit network
application is available by CobraNet, transporting digital audio over fast Ethernet.

Technical Specications
Frequency Response: 20Hz ~ 20kHz @ +4dBu
THD (20Hz ~ 20kHz @ +4dBu):
Line level < 0.006%
Mic level < 0.04%
Equiv. Input Noise (20Hz ~ 20kHz, 66dB, 150): -125dBu

Dynamic Range (20Hz ~ 20kHz, 0dB): > 107 dB

Options:

Maximum gain input: 66dB

THD (channel to channel @ 1kHz):
Line level < -80dB
Mic level < -75dB

CobraNet Module (64 channel)

Audio Input Module (2 channel)
Audio Output Module (2 channel)
PABX module (2 channel)
5W Amplifier (2 channel)
VoIP Phone Module (2 channel)

Output Impedance (balanced): 200

Input Impedance (mic/line balanced): 8k
Maximum Output (balanced): +24dBu
Maximum Input (mic/line): +24dBu

Note:
- The standard module includes 1 Audio processor
(Base Unit), 2 Input Modules (4 channels), 4 Output
Modules (8 channels)
- Optional CobraNet interface supporting 64 channels
of digital audio (32 in / 32 out) over Fast Ethernet

Phantom power: +48VDC (7mA/input)

Input gain rate: 0dB - +66dB
Sampling rate: 48kHz
A/D D/A converters: 24-bit
Power consumption (100-240VAC 50/60Hz): < 150W
Dimensions (H x W x D): 89 x 483 x 283mm 3 x 19 x 11 inches
Weight (fully loaded): 6.9 kg/15.25lbs
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NOVA Input/Output Module

Connection to standard eld bus (Modbus)

Expandable up to approximately 3,000 I/Os
Digital & Analogue Inputs
Digital & Analogue Outputs
Real Time Clock

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The Input and Output signals of the Nova PA/GA system are managed by a Programmable Logic
Controller (PLC). The PLC is comprised of a Central Processing Unit (CPU) Module and Additional
I/O Modules (local or remote). Up to 250 I/O Modules can be connected over a three wire Bus to
up to 3000 I/O connections. Communication between PLC and CPU is via Modbus protocol.
The PLC CPU can manage an extensive list of remote I/O modules.

The PLC includes, as a minimum, one (1) Ethernet port, one (1) RS 485, one (1) RS 232 serial link
and two (2) USB ports.

The I/O modules can also be installed separately from the CPU over the three wire bus, to control
I/O modules in remote amplier cabinets, to control the local equipment and/or temperature.

Technical Specications
Memory:
User Memory - Compact: 128 KB SRAM
Program Memory - Compact: 512 MB Flash
Back-up data: On Flash EPROM
Digital Inputs:
Voltage: 24 Vdc 15%
Input current @ 24 Vdc: 3.75 mA (Typ)
Switching threshold: Low < 5Vdc; High > 15 Vdc
Input Resistance 6.4 K
Isolation Voltage: 500V rms
Output:
Transistor: 24 Vdc 15%@ 0.5A or 2A
Switching Voltage: 110 Vdc / 115Vac - 0.5A
Rated Voltage: 30Vdc / 115Vac
Max. current per contact 1.0A @ 30 Vdc / 0.5A @ 115 Vac
10V Analog Inputs: Resolution 12 bit
Analog Inputs: Suitable for Fire & Gas remote interfacing and monitoring
Power Consumption: 24 Vdc / 3W (60W max.)

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NOVA Engineers Test Panel

Handheld Push-To-Talk microphone

Provides easy user interface for messages broadcast
Allows for audio monitoring from each device for broadcast signal

The Engineers Test Panel is used in conjunction with the NOVA CPU to provide
complete system monitoring from a single, central location.
Basic panel conguration includes a handheld Push-to-Talk microphone, Tick-Tone
push-button for speaker test and red fault lamp.
An internal loudspeaker with a volume control for multiple broadcast monitoring is
available on request.
To prevent unauthorised
access to the panel, a rotary
switch with a key is also
available as an option.

Technical Specications
Audio Output: Balanced, 600 , 0 to 6 dBm output signal
Microphone Preamplier: Built-in Audio Processor
Loudspeaker: (on request)
Output Power: 2,5 W 4
Dimensions: 2U 19 rack x 330 mm / 11 inches depth
Weight: 1 kg (2 lbs)

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NOVA Access Panel Units

Ergonomic, rugged and compact design

Easy to use Graphical User Interface
Industrial grade fanless PC
One access panel can control a networked audio system
Desktop or rack versions with touch-screen or mouse facility
15, 17 or 19 LCD-TFT colour display
Up to 256 soft-keys and soft-lamps, arranged into up to 30 pages

The NOVA touch screen access panels employ industrial grade fanless PCs, and rack-mount, or desk-top
LCD-TFT displays for convenience and maximum performance; are simple to install and have intuitive easy-to-use
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The touch screen display layout is fully congurable, with the units software managing up to 256 key and indicator
functions. Connection is via CAT5 cable for data with a shielded twisted pairs for audio. An optional Ethernet modem
available for distances over 90m.

Technical Specications
Audio
Audio Set: Electret or dynamic goose-neck microphone and microphone preamplier
Output: 600 , -9 to +6 dBm
Preamplied Microphone Station
Power supply: 12 Vcc / 24 Vcc
Current Consumption: <100 mA
Frequency resp: 100 15.000 Hz

Audio level (balanced): 1,2 Vrms (adjustable)

Dynamic limiter
Dimensions (W x H x D): 116 x 60 (416) x 200 mm
Weight: 0,85 kg

Controller
Processor: Intel 1600 MHz Min.

Mass Storage Memory: Flash disk 1 GByte min.

Ports: Serial ports RS232/RS422/RS485
5 USB ports 2.0 compliant
2 100/1000 FAST Ethernet port
DVI Monitor connection
Power Supply: 110 230 VAC 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 150 W
Operating Temperature: 0 C to +40C / 32F to + 104F
Storage Temperature: -20 C to +60C / -4F to + 140F
Dimensions:
Flush Type: (mm)
Desktop Type: (mm)
Monitor (17): 392(W) x 360(H) x 191(D)
Monitor (15) including PC: 435(W) x 330(H) x 148(D)
Junction Box (including PC):
Junction Box: 300(W) x 360(H) x 280(D)
300(W) x 360(H) x 280(D)
Microphone: 116(W) x 60-416(H) x 200(D)
Microphone: 116(W) x 60 -416(H) x 200(D)

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NOVA OLM (On-Line Monitoring)

Full system monitoring

Easy
Event Log

Nova On-Line Monitoring (OLM) is a SCADA based

system with software loaded at each node.
The graphical interface is totally congurable and
typically is organised in hierarchical manner.
The rst level is organised in order to:
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Show the global information (nodes status)

through a site (nodes) map.
Access to the second level (including Access Panel
Status, Network connectivity, PA/GA Cabinet
detailed status).
Access to the user management (it is possible
to congure dierent access levels)
Access to the log information (monitoring
information with start and end timestamp)
The second level is designed in order to monitor:
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The Network connectivity (ber status, switch status)
PA/GA status
audio matrix and PLC status
UPS and PSU status
tone generator and CPU status
Amplier and loop status

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Access Panel is tted with handset, transformer, preamplier

with compressor, reed relay for handset hook (only for
weatherproof version), disconnection relay for nearest
loudspeaker (on request) in order to avoid acoustical feedback, up to 4 push buttons and up to 3 signalling lamps .
The explosionproof version has 4 diode barriers.
Access Panel is connected with NOVA PA/GA Cabinet through a multi-conductor cable:
- One pair for 24 VDC power supply
- Four pairs for controls and signals
- One twisted and shielded pair for audio signals
Both Explosionproof and Weatherproof versions can be used as
Intercom stations connecting multiple units in parallel.

Ex Zones PANEL PC
All operating and visualisation components can be congured
according to the requirements of the plant.
Constructed as intrinsically safe panel mounting modules and certied for
Ex Zone 1 / 2 (Gas),
Zone 21 / 22 (Dusts),
The PANEL PC can easily be integrated into enclosures, walls and cabinets.

NOVA Multimedia PC
17" TFT LCD monitor supporting resolutions of up to 1280 x 1024
Keyboard, numeric keypad and touchpad
PS/2 and USB compatible

How can we use it?

Multimedia PC

Background music

MP3 and audio player

Access Panel rack unit

OLM - rack mount
On-Line Monitoring

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Automatic Level Control (ALC)

Ambient level based, real time level adjustment of paging audio to any area or zone
Automatic bypass feature for emergency alarms and/or messages

Automatic Level Control (ALC) is used in the NOVA public address systems to automatically adjust the
volume of paging and other audible media to overcome varying ambient noise levels. Customer
programmable levels vary the paging audio to combat ambient noise by matching amounts.
The ALC Kit includes one Control Module mounted within the NOVA central system, and one Remote
Module which is connected to a dummy speaker or other microphone device for sensing ambient noise.
In a typical system the ALC Control Module is located in-line between the low-level audio path switching
equipment and associated power amplier. The Control Module provides line power to the ALC Remote
Module which is located within the paging zone. The ambient noise sample is transmitted to the Control
Module to be measured and used to modify the level of the audio to the paging amplier.
The centrally mounted device is equipped with control pushbuttons and indicators to facilitate easy set-up
of the paging volume levels, eliminating the need for test meters and screwdriver adjustment.
During an emergency alarm or page the audio path through the module may be bypassed enabling full
volume audio to be broadcast.
Headphones or an external speaker may be connected to the Central Module to monitor audio in the
remote location.

Technical Specications
Control Module
Power Input: 24 V dc +/-20% @ 350 mA maximum
Physical Size: 101 W 355 L 76 D mm
Operating Environment: 0 C to 50 C @ 95% humidity (non-condensing)
Paging Input Impedance: 100 k, or jumper-selected 600 ohms
Paging Audio I/O Range: -40 dBm to 0 dBm RMS
Paging Adjustment Range: -3 dB to -50 dB minimum
Emergency Paging Level: Direct wire connection from input to output, no attenuation
Paging Audio Distortion: Less than 1% THD
Output Impedance: 100 ohms, electronically balanced
Monitor Amp Output: 250 W maximum into a standard 30-ohm headset

Remote Module
Phantom Power Input: (Phantom from master) 20 to 30 V dc @ 35 mA maximum
Physical Size: 101 W 101 L ~50 D mm
Operating Environment: -40 C to 80 C @ 95% humidity (non-condensing)
Remote Input: Dedicated 8-ohm speaker or dynamic mic, Input is transformer-isolated and protected
against directly-applied signals up to 120 V ac

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Speaker Monitoring Sub-System

Remote individual loudspeaker coil monitoring

Remote individual loudspeaker tapping control
No additional power required
No additional cabling required

The NOVA Speaker Monitoring Sub-System comprises three (3) modules;

- Test Tone Generator
- Speaker Master
- Speaker Remote
The sub-system is incorporated within the NOVA Public Address System cabinet, and communicates
transparently with the system via a common serial interface to the NOVA CPU. The CPU forwards the
system indications to an operator paging console typically located in a control room or oce.
NOVA speaker monitoring sub-system is able to provide remote individual loudspeaker monitoring
and remote individual loudspeaker tapping control.
Both of these major features utilise the speakers existing single pair cable (no extra cores required),
without the need of a local power supply and have USA patent (7,197,148).

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The NOVA Speaker Monitoring Subsystem Modules are either housed in the central cabinet (test tone
generator and speaker master) or in eld locations (speaker remote). A complete system can support up
to 40 speaker remote units per amplier loop.

Test Tone Generator

The Test Tone Generator provides inaudible source signal generation and mixing to speaker lines, providing
power to the speaker remote boards. It is controlled from the NOVA CPU via an RS-485 serial link.

Technical Specications
Power Input: 24 V dc +/-20% @ 150 mA max
Physical Size: 101 W 165 L 32 D mm
Operating Environment: 0 C to 50 C
Inputs: Four (4) channels, low level (0 dBm) balanced line
Input Inpedance: 600 ohms or 100 k
System Connection: RS-485 I/O non-isolated
Outputs: Four channels, low level (0 dBm) balanced audio line
Output Impedance: 100 ohms
Tone Output Level: Variable from +4 dBm to 46 dBm

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Speaker Master
The Speaker Master communicates with the NOVA CPU via an RS-485 connection, and transmits speaker
commands to the remote speaker modules in order to control broadcast volume levels and locations.
It receives acknowledgment messages and speaker integrity messages from the remote modules.
The module has four channels, and transmits and receives communication at 245 kHz. Each channel is
connected to the speaker line output of an associated paging zone power amplier. The module also
controls an associated test tone generator module via a dedicated RS-485 connection.

Technical Specications
Power Input: 24 V dc +/-20% @ 100 mA maximum
Physical Size: 101 W 190 L 32 D mm
Operating Environment: 0 C to 50 C

Speaker Remote
The Speaker Remote module may be installed inside each speaker that
is to be remotely adjusted and monitored. The module receives speaker
commands from the speaker master and is powered by the inaudible
source signal generated by the test tone generator. The unit monitors
the current into the associated loudspeaker to perform a health check
of the speaker coil. The transmission of acknowledgments and data
back to the speaker master module is performed only on command
from the master.
The Speaker Remote provides a selection of three available speaker tap
settings. In the two ranges, the jumper P6 selects between the low and
high output ranges. Two models of Speaker Remotes are available to
allow the NOVA system to accept various loudspeakers. The rmware
also provides the assignment of four page groups out of a possible 255
for systems that utilise subzoning.

Technical Specications
Power Input: 35 Hz tone @ 50 V
Physical Size: 105 W 100 L 65 D mm
Operating Environment: -40 C to 70 C @ 85% humidity (non-condensing)
Model 13317-001: 100V line transformer to 8 ohms @ 25W.
High taps: 25W, 12.5W, 6.25W; Low taps: 6W, 3W, 1.5W
Model 13317-002: 100V line transfomer to 16 ohms @ 30W.
High taps: 30W, 15W, 7.5W; Low taps: 6W, 3W, 1.5W

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Ideal for facilities requiring a large networked industrial system

32 Simultaneous Audio Paths / 128 Paging Zones per node
64 Alarm Tones / Pre-recorded Messages (62 +1 for monitoring test function + 0)
8/16 simultaneous audio channels through the network (with main + stand-by auto changeover)
Up to 32 access panels per node
Up to 64 nodes per network (bigger systems can be realized grouping more sub-networks)
Up to 256 in and 256 out I/O connections (digital and analogue) per node

Higher availability even in case of HVAC or cabinet fan

failures up to 50C ambient temperature, with a continuative
alarm tone, at full Power and up 23+1 ampliers in a single
cabinet. This feature is performed by a software algorithm
that manage the Ampliers thermal transient.
Undistorted audio process, amplication and speakers
reproduction at the best clarity even with overdriven audio
levels from any connected source, increase of operational
safety of all the devices, every kind of digital lter and digital
processing easily added depending on requirements.
Audio signals at level node have no practical limitations for
any requirements, and 32 simultaneous channels (at 24bit
quality and 48Khz sampling frequency at full bandwidth
lossless) are routed by the CobraNet protocol inside a
10-100 Mbit standard Ethernet by copper or ber network.
Speakers and lines true impedance monitoring without
limitations (thanks to the digital process and sharp ltering
between ampliers and audio processors), no audio
interruptions or breaking during the test even when audio is
broadcasted (test is performed at a very low level and
frequency and it is inaudible).
Full control and monitoring of every installed device is
provided by operator or automatic routine testing.
The monitoring operates on each amplier and speaker lines,
beacons and lines, interfaces, cabinet fans, etc.

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maintained a clear vision: Communications

are our core purpose and creating high-

performance systems provides value to our

customers, now and in the future. Using

cutting-edge technology we continue to set

the industry standard for durability and

reliability, and we address the world's most

challenging communication needs. Our

design experts will work with you to devise

a system that meets your facilitys unique

and specific requirements.

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