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    AJAX fire detection equipment
    • Case Study
      Digital Trust

    Challenging the Fire Detection Market with Testing and Certification

    Ajax Systems enters the fire detection market with BSI Kitemark certification, becoming the first to achieve UK PSTI compliance.

    Testimonial

    “Certification provides all users with credibility and assurance, as we deliver leading-edge technology to the fire and life safety market.” 

    Paul Pope Global Head of Fire & Life Safety Business, Ajax Systems
    AJAX fire detection equipment
    The People

    On a mission to make safety smart, secure, and accessible to all

    Pioneering fire and life safety with innovative solutions that enable secure communication, compliance, and proactive device monitoring.

    Founded in Ukraine in 2011, Ajax Systems was established to deliver best-in-class security and automation tools to protect homes and businesses worldwide. Easy to install and intuitive to use, the system is fully managed via smartphone or laptop.

    The Challenge

    Breaking into the UK and EU markets with trust and compliance at the core

    To enter the UK and EU, the single largest regional market, Ajax Systems embarked on a challenging project to certify its extensive portfolio of consumer-connectable fire and life safety devices.

    From the start, the company was committed to meeting key regulatory requirements, including the UK’s Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) regulations and securing the BSI Kitemark.

    Ajax recognised that to gain credibility and competitive advantage, it required independent verification from a trusted certification body. That trust would ultimately allow it to align certification efforts with its core mission of delivering secure, high-quality technology.

    The Solution

    Building trust and credibility through certification

    As a pioneer in its sector, Ajax Systems became the first commercial fire detection company to achieve PSTI product cybersecurity compliance through testing with BSI.

    This milestone highlights Ajax’s commitment to delivering high-quality, market-ready solutions that meet top standards for safety and security. To streamline certification, Ajax pursued simultaneous testing across its range of mains- and battery-powered smoke, heat, and CO alarms.

    In addition to PSTI, the products met CE, UKCA, and UAE CoC requirements. The ultimate goal was the BSI Kitemark, recognised as the gold standard in performance and trust. BSI’s Alarm Systems lab managed the full test programme, speeding up certification and enabling a faster market launch.

    The Benefits

    Annual audits and product certification are a testament to Ajax Systems’ dedication to quality manufacturing and innovation.

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      Access to the UK and wider EU markets.

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      Product recognition by fire consultants, regulators, and insurers worldwide.

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      Reinforced commitment to industry innovation and pioneering technology.

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      Assurance for consumers on product reliability and quality.

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      Increased recognition and confidence from insurers, boosting market trust.

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      Broader market access for Ajax’s cutting-edge fire and life safety technology.

    Testimonial

    “Working with BSI proved to be highly effective and efficient, enabling us to facilitate assessment against multiple certificates simultaneously.” 

    Paul Pope Global Head of Fire & Life Safety Business, Ajax Systems
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    Why BSI

    Helping to make devices safe and more secure

    Fire detection and Cybersecurity Security and Quality vulnerabilities in products have long been recognised.

    We help organizations with product and market development, and support the delivery of safe, secure, high-quality solutions to your customers.

    Contact Us

    Looking to build trust in your products and open doors to new markets?

    Inspire trust with BSI Kitemark™. Make your device stand out from your competitors.

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