United States
Client
German Doner Kebab
Partner: Squire Alarms
German Doner Kebab is an international restaurant chain with locations across Europe, North America, and the Middle East. In the United Kingdom, the brand operates a large network of restaurants serving customers in city centres, retail destinations, and transport hubs.
Challenge
Implementing a unified ecosystem to manage fire safety, intrusion protection, and video surveillance across a multi-site restaurant chain
As German Doner Kebab expanded its presence across the UK, managing security and safety systems across multiple sites became increasingly complex. The client wanted a single platform that could provide instant alarms and real-time monitoring of all locations at once.
Each restaurant required a solution that would include fire safety, intrusion protection, and video surveillance. At the same time, fire safety measures had to be integrated with each facility's essential infrastructure, such as fire suppression systems.
Solution
Ajax system with stable long-range radio communication and zero false alarms
To meet the client's requirements for centralized management and integrated protection, the project was built around the Ajax EN54 Line. The solution was delivered by Squire Alarms. The project initially covered 14 restaurants across the United Kingdom. Following the successful deployment, the client approved a phased rollout plan for additional locations, with Ajax set to become the standard for future restaurant openings.
EN54 Fire Hub Jeweller, a touchscreen fire alarm control panel, anchors each installation. Beyond fire safety, the control panel also supports intrusion protection and video surveillance devices. As a result, the entire security infrastructure was deployed via a single hub at each location.
Staff at each location interact with the system using KeyPad TouchScreen Jeweller. Through the touchscreen interface, restaurant employees manage security modes via personal access devices or codes, check system status, and view key information about system events.
For fire safety, each restaurant was equipped with EN54 FireProtect Jeweller point smoke and heat detectors with built-in sounders, as well as ManualCallPoint (Red) Jeweller devices to manually trigger alarms. EN54 FireProtect (Sounder/VAD) Jeweller devices deliver audible and visual alarms, enabling visitors and staff to evacuate quickly in case of danger. Through EN54 I/O Module Jeweller, Ajax was integrated with sprinkler, fire suppression, smoke extraction, and music cut-off systems. This setup ensures a coordinated emergency response to further protect people on site.
To protect restaurants against intrusion outside business hours, each location was equipped with Superior DoorProtect Jeweller and Superior MotionCam (PhOD) Jeweller detectors. When motion is detected, the client receives visual verification in the Ajax app along with the alarm, helping them quickly assess the situation. Superior StreetSiren Plus Jeweller was also installed to provide a loud on-site deterrent and immediately draw attention to system events.
Video surveillance was built around Ajax NVR (16-ch). TurretCam security cameras were installed across each site, providing coverage from every angle of the restaurant. The cameras fit naturally into the restaurant's interior, preserving the brand's visual identity.
All restaurants are linked to the client's account and available in the Ajax app. With a single app, they can view fire and intrusion events, access video streams, and stay informed about the status of every location in real time.
Why Ajax
- Centralized management of multiple locations
All restaurants are managed through one app, giving the client a single point of access to fire alarms, intrusion events, video streams, and system status. With real-time visibility into every site, the client can quickly respond to incidents and oversee security operations across multiple locations.
- A single ecosystem instead of separate solutions
Ajax combines fire safety, intrusion protection, and video surveillance within a single ecosystem while supporting integration with third-party devices. By choosing EN54 Fire Hub Jeweller as the foundation of the system, the client avoided deploying separate platforms for different security functions and simplified both operation and maintenance across all locations.
- Quick deployment and effortless scalability
The fully wireless architecture simplifies deployment in both operating restaurants and new locations under construction. Installation takes less time and causes minimal disruption to business operations. As the restaurant chain grows, the same Ajax architecture can be quickly replicated at new sites, ensuring consistent security and fire safety standards across all restaurants.
