Brandmeldegriffen

Brandmeldegriffen are manual actuation devices used to trigger a fire alarm within a building’s fire detection and alarm system. They provide a direct, physical means for occupants to alert others and summon emergency services when a fire is detected or suspected, especially in areas not reached quickly by automatic detectors.

Design and variants can vary. Most Brandmeldegriffe are designed as hand-operated mechanisms that require a deliberate grip, sometimes with a protective cover, a locking element, or a key to prevent accidental activation. In some installations they function as part of a manual call point or as a component of a break-glass type system, where the grip is integrated with a mechanism that closes a circuit to the fire alarm control panel. The devices are typically connected to signaling circuits that, when activated, audible and visual alarms are triggered and the fire service is notified.

Placement and standards aim at rapid accessibility along escape routes, near exits, in corridors, stairwells, or other high-traffic areas. Maintenance involves regular inspection, testing, and replacement after any actuation to ensure readiness. The concept is aligned with European and national standards governing manual fire alarm call points (for example EN 54 series and related national adaptations), and terminologies may vary by region. See also fire alarm, manual call point, and DIN/EN standards for fire detection and signaling.