Ideal for use in Zone 1 or Zone 2 hazardous areas, the Vortex FP and FP Compact are fireproof and highly durable, with a display fitted with magnetic switches which enable the system to be interrogated or inhibited without opening the system enclosure. Available in two sizes, there is a Vortex FP suitable for any space, however restrictive.

All day-to-day operations can be completed via push buttons on the front panel, removing the requirement for hit-work permits to complete everyday tasks. Instant indication of system status is provided by the fault and alarm LEDs on the front panel, with all relays monitored continuously.

Using Vortex PC software, customisation is easy and user-friendly, it uses industry-standard Modbus RTU communication links, with an option to modify this to Profibus, making it compatible with a variety of control systems.

Simple to Use:

▪ All day-to-day operations can be completed via push buttons on the front panel, removing the requirement for hot-work permits to complete everyday tasks

▪ Fault and alarm LEDs on the front panel provide instant indication of system status

▪ Alarm and channel settings can be adjusted from the front panel

Highly Flexible:

▪ Available in two sizes, including a compact format for use in areas where space is a limiting factor

▪ Multicolour LED ring and internal buzzer provide clear alarms, so you can act quickly to secure your site

▪ Uses Vortex PC software which allows easy customisation and is incredibly user-friendly

▪ Uses industry standard Modbus RTU (or optionally Profibus) communications links, which is simple to integrate with PLC,

Robust and Reliable:

▪ Water and dust resistant to IP66

▪ All relays are monitored continuously ensuring full functionality and compliance at all times