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Ushering in a New Age of Fire Protection

Fire protection systems and equipment have become increasingly important in recent years due to increased awareness of the devastating toll that fire-related disasters take on people, property, and the environment.

At Alien Systems and Technologies (AST), we understand the importance of fire protection and we are proud to be at the forefront of the industry, ushering in a new age of fire protection systems and equipment. Our fire detection and extinguishing systems are technologically advanced, with features and capabilities that are both reliable and efficient, making it easier for our customers to safeguard their property and personnel.

Designed to be flexible and customizable, our products allow our customers to tailor their fire protection solution to their specific needs.

Who is Alien Systems and Technologies?

AST was founded in 1999 with the primary mission of supplying reliable, cost-effective, and quality-oriented fire protection engineering solutions to different industries, from mining, industrial and manufacturing sites to data centers, hotels and commercial structures.

Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, our fully certified ISO9001:2015 electronic and mechanical manufacturing plant provides full technical backup and knowledge.

Drawing from their expertise in design and engineering, our experts have created a range of superior systems that have been tested and approved, with unparalleled quality standards.

AST has a broad selection of items and services and boasts certified designers on staff, as well as a strong track record of success, making it possible to offer a broad range of complete and integrated systems designed to meet any customer’s requirements.

Commitment to Innovation & Improvement

We strive to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to technology and innovation, ensuring that our customers have the most advanced and reliable fire detection and extinguishing systems available.

Our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has enabled us to become a leader in the fire protection industry and we are proud to be able to offer our customers the best in fire protection systems and equipment, designed to detect and respond to fires quickly and accurately. 

We use advanced sensing technology to detect fires in their early stages and alert building occupants and emergency services. We also offer automatic fire extinguishing systems that are capable of extinguishing fires before they spread. Our systems are easy to install, maintain, and use, ensuring our customers have the safest possible environment.

How Can We Help for Fire Protection?

Whether you require fire protection and extinguishing consultations, on-site inspections or technical support and commissioning, AST can assist with a range of comprehensive and value-added products and services, including:

  • Fire System Design

    AST offers comprehensive system design service with the purchase of our fixed fire extinguishing systems and products. This service includes a consultation with the client to determine the level of protection and detection needed.
  • Passive Fire Protection

    AST offers comprehensive services for fire stopping and passive sealing of rooms for proper containment of clean agent gaseous fire extinguishing systems.|
  • Room Integrity Testing

    All total flooding gaseous fire extinguishing systems require Room Integrity Testing to ensure correct system performance and compliance. AST offers a comprehensive room integrity test service by certified test technicians.

  • System Support

    AST has trained specialists dealing with pre & post installation technical queries, programming and commissioning, as well as repair and maintenance of our systems.


Specialist Advice & Consultation

Our team of fire detection and extinguishing experts also provides all-inclusive consultations on fire protection engineering, performed by experienced and qualified specialists to ensure that you not only have the best fire protection systems installed, but also the right protection suitable for your business.

Our consultancy services include:

  • Assessment of the effects, hazards and risks of fire.
  • Mitigation of potential fire damage by proper design, construction, arrangement and use of buildings, materials, structures, industrial processes, transportation systems and similar.
  • Design, installation, maintenance and/or development of fire detection, fire extinguishing, fire control and fire related communication systems and equipment.
  • Post-fire investigation and analysis, evaluation and feedback.

AST is leading the way in fire protection technology with its advanced systems, continuous improvement, and products that are designed to provide maximum safety for our customers while also improving customer satisfaction.

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