Press information To download a 300dpi print quality image, go to www.parkfield.co.uk/e2s Explosion proof electronic replacement for inefficient electro-mechanical sounders Released 03 February 2010 E2S, the leading European manufacturer of audible and visual warning devices for use in hazardous areas, has added the Hootronic to its BEx family of explosion proof sounders and beacons. ATEX approved for use in Zones 1, 2, 21 and 22, BEx Hootronic electronically creates traditional warning sounds such as a bell, siren, hooter or buzzer. While widely used for more than 100 years, the reliability, performance, maintenance and running costs of electro-mechanical devices has always been a concern. Using the latest in SMD class D amplifier technology and digital to analogue conversion, the Hootronic faithfully replicates, user-selectable from one product, all these sounds with the reliability, performance and functionality of a modern electronic sounder. Three stages are provided, enabling a further two remotely selectable sounds to be configured for each primary sound if required. Sample audio clips of each sound can be played from the E2S web site, www.e2s.com/x65-hootronic.htm. With output levels of up to 117.5dB at 1 metre, the Hootronic surpasses the performance and effectiveness of the outdated electro-mechanical device it replaces. A volume control enables the output to be matched to the operating environment. It is continuously rated, operates from 24VDC, 115 or 230VAC, the inrush start-up and operating current consumption is low, it requires no maintenance and is sealed to IP66/67. A very large termination area aids installation and gives room for multiple cables if required. *** Ends: body copy 228 words *** Notes to Editors. For further information: Neal Porter European Safety Systems Limited Impress House Mansell Road London W3 7QH Tel: + 44 (0)20 8743 8880 Fax: + 44 (0)20 8740 4200 sales@e2s.com www.e2s.com Agency contact: Nigel May Parkfield Communications Limited Parkfield House Damerham Hants SP6 3HQ Tel: + 44 (0)1725 518321 Fax: + 44 (0)1725 518378 nigel.may@parkfield.co.uk www.parkfield.co.uk E2S is the world's leading independent signalling manufacturer. Based in West London, England the company designs and manufactures a comprehensive range of signalling products for industrial, marine and hazardous area environments.