IRC3 Discontinued, October 2006

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IRC3 Discontinued, October 2006

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letter from EST, check the attached files for more info
October 2006
IRC3 Discontinued


As we recently advised our Channel Partners, production of GE Security’s IRC3 product line is being discontinued. Replacement assemblies will be available for a limited time only.

The decision to discontinue IRC is a result of Underwriters Laboratory’s updating its fire control standard, UL 864, to the 9th Edition. GE Security’s IRC3 product line meets the requirements for the 8th Edition and all existing applicable codes and standards for Life Safety Systems. You may still use IRC3 in your current buildings and may still expand your system. New buildings are required to conform to the 9th edition, once it goes into effect.

If you choose to continue use of your existing systems, please note that GE Security has placed our “last time buy” order with our component vendors. We will procure an estimated 12 months of stock. However, we have a large customer base that will be making decisions to upgrade or stock replacement assemblies, so we encourage you to evaluate your needs and place your orders soon. Once our inventory is depleted, we will not be able to supply replacements.

If you choose to upgrade your existing systems, we have recently enhanced the functionality of our EST3 product to make the transition of older generation IRC3 systems as easy as possible. Specifically, EST3 now works with older generation devices. This feature allows you to update your control equipment while retaining your existing devices.

If you need assistance in planning an IRC3 upgrade, please let us know. Our Application Engineering Team will be happy to work with you and your Channel Partner to best meet your Fire & Life Safety needs.
Attachments
IRC3 End User Letter.pdf
IRC3 Discontinued letter from EST
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85010-0141 -- IRC-3 to EST3 Migration Brochure.pdf
IRC-3 to EST3 Migration Brochure
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85010-0140 -- Application Guide IRC-3-FCC to EST3 Migration.pdf
Application Guide IRC-3-FCC to EST3 Migration
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