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Engineered fire & life safety systems

From engineering and design to installation, inspection, testing, maintenance and repair, ISTFIRE provides complete fire and life safety solutions for commercial and institutional facilities.

  • Engineering
  • Installation
  • Inspection
  • Testing
  • Maintenance
L3L2L1 NORMAL FACP S S H F F S S M SD S C F M SLC 1, Class A Devices verified 13 / 13
Illustrative addressable loop drawn with NFPA 170 symbols: S smoke, H heat, F manual station, SD duct, M monitor and C control modules. At commissioning, every device is verified individually.
  • Since 200025+ years designing and servicing fire alarm systems
  • SiemensAuthorized distributor of Siemens fire safety systems
  • NICETNICET-certified leadership
  • LicensedFire alarm licensing in NJ, NY, New York City (FDNY) and MD
  • NJ, NY, MDPlus Suriname through sister company Gateway Fire NV

Fire & life safety, engineered around your facility

A fire alarm system is only as reliable as the thinking behind it. Device counts and panel sizes come last. First come the building's layout and construction, how it is occupied, which codes the jurisdiction has adopted, what the existing system can support, and what the fire official will expect at acceptance testing.

ISTFIRE works as the technical partner on that thinking, from the first survey through every inspection that follows. Owners, engineers, general contractors and electrical contractors bring us in to design systems, supply and program equipment, commission and test, and keep systems in service for the life of the building.

  • Building layout and construction
  • Occupancy classification and use
  • Adopted codes and local amendments
  • Existing system, wiring and devices
  • AHJ and fire official requirements
  • Manufacturer listings and instructions
  • Interfaces with sprinklers, HVAC and elevators
  • Inspection and testing obligations

How we work

Five stages, one accountable team. Customers can bring us in at any stage, but the system performs best when the people who designed it also test and maintain it.

  1. Assess

    Survey the facility, existing system, drawings and any open violations to understand requirements and risks.

  2. Engineer

    Develop the device layout, circuit design, sequence of operations and equipment selection.

  3. Install

    Supply, install and program the equipment, directly or alongside your electrical contractor.

  4. Test & commission

    Verify every device and function, then support acceptance testing with the AHJ.

  5. Maintain

    Keep the system in service with scheduled inspection, testing, maintenance and repair.

Maintenance findings feed back into assessment, so upgrades are planned before equipment fails.

Designed around applicable codes & standards

These are the documents that most often govern fire alarm work in the jurisdictions we serve. Which ones apply to a given building, and in which editions, is determined project by project.

ReferenceTitleWhat it governs
NFPA 72National Fire Alarm and Signaling CodeDesign, installation, inspection, testing and maintenance of fire alarm and emergency communication systems.
NFPA 70National Electrical CodeWiring methods and power supply for fire alarm circuits, principally Article 760.
NFPA 70EElectrical Safety in the WorkplaceSafe work practices for technicians working on or near energized equipment.
NFPA 101Life Safety CodeWhere alarm, detection and occupant notification are required, based on occupancy.
IBC / IFCInternational Building and Fire CodesAdopted, usually with amendments, as the basis for many state and local building and fire codes.
State & localAdopted codes and amendmentsFor example, the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code and Uniform Fire Code, and the New York City Building and Fire Codes.
AHJAuthority having jurisdictionThe fire official or building department that interprets the code, reviews plans and witnesses acceptance tests.
ListingsManufacturer installation instructionsEquipment listings, device compatibility and programming requirements.

Requirements vary. The codes that apply to your system depend on your jurisdiction and its adopted editions, the building's occupancy and construction, the scope of work, and the AHJ's interpretation. We identify the applicable requirements for each project rather than assuming one standard fits every building.

Selected projects

Educational, recreational, retail and commercial facilities across the region. View all projects

Exterior of the Excel Academy Public School building in Washington, DC
Washington, DCEducational facility

Excel Academy Public School

Golf course at Rockaway River Country Club in Denville, New Jersey
Denville, NJPrivate club and clubhouse

Rockaway River Country Club

Fuel service station
Newark, NJFuel service station

Mobil Gas Station

Building materials supplier
New JerseyBuilding materials supplier

Kuiken Brothers

Industries we serve

Commercial, institutional and public facilities where fire alarm systems have to satisfy owners, occupants, insurers and fire officials. Industries in detail

Education

Public, charter and private schools, where testing is scheduled around the academic calendar and notification must reach every classroom.

Government & municipal

County and municipal buildings and other public properties, delivered under public bidding and prevailing wage rules.

Multifamily & mixed-use

Apartment buildings, high-rises and mixed-use properties with residential units above commercial space.

Commercial & office

Office and multi-tenant commercial buildings, including tenant fit-outs that must tie into a base-building system.

Industrial & distribution

Manufacturing, warehouse and distribution facilities, where high ceilings and harsh environments call for specialized detection.

Retail & fuel service

Stores and fuel service stations, with systems sized to the site and monitored after hours.

Hospitality & private clubs

Clubhouses, event spaces and hospitality venues with changing occupant loads.

Healthcare & assisted living

Assisted living and healthcare occupancies, where voice evacuation and defend-in-place strategies are common.

Integrated Systems Technology, since 2000

ISTFIRE, Integrated Systems Technology LLC, is a fire and life safety systems company founded in New Jersey in 2000. We design, supply, install, program, inspect, test, maintain and repair fire alarm and emergency communication systems for commercial, institutional and public facilities.

As an authorized distributor of Siemens fire safety systems, we work with the equipment at the level of programming and configuration, not just installation. We also inspect, test and repair systems from other manufacturers, including systems installed by other contractors.

Founded
2000, New Jersey
Headquarters
Newark, NJ
Service area
New Jersey, New York and Maryland
Sister company
Gateway Fire NV, Suriname

About ISTFIRE and our leadership

Trevor Sahadatalli, founder and CEO of ISTFIRE

Trevor Sahadatalli

Founder & CEO

An electrical engineer with nearly four decades in the fire alarm field, Trevor has led the company since its founding, with a focus on customer relationships, project management and safety compliance.

Locations

Headquartered in Newark, New Jersey, serving facilities across New Jersey, New York and Maryland. All locations

Headquarters

New Jersey

211 Warren Street, Suite 405A
Newark, NJ 07103

Fire alarm business license 34BF00062000

Service area

New York

New York State and New York City

NYS license 12000315670 · FDNY 163S

Service area

Maryland

Statewide

Maryland license FSL228305

Sister company

Suriname

Gateway Fire NV
Suriname, South America

Authorized Notifier and Mobiak partner

Government & public-sector contracting

ISTFIRE supports counties, municipalities, school districts, housing authorities and other public owners with fire alarm inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, upgrades and new systems.

We work within public bidding, prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements, and hold federal contractor identifiers (UEI and CAGE).

Contracting information

Contracting identifiers Integrated Systems Technology LLC
Unique Entity ID (UEI)
GZFRSM5WQ7Z7
CAGE code
86AN6
DUNS
081316483Legacy identifier; federal awards now use the UEI.
NJ small business
SBE certified

Why facilities choose ISTFIRE

Reasons that hold up in a bid review, a plan review and an acceptance test.

Engineering expertise

Led by electrical engineers with NICET certification and decades of fire alarm experience.

End-to-end capability

Design, supply, installation, programming, testing, maintenance and repair under one accountable team.

Code-conscious approach

We start from the codes your jurisdiction has adopted and what your AHJ expects to see.

Manufacturer knowledge

An authorized Siemens fire safety distributor that also services systems from other manufacturers.

Lifecycle support

The team that commissions your system can inspect, maintain and repair it for years afterward.

Public-sector ready

Experienced with public bids, prevailing wage and certified payroll on public work.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions facility teams ask most. Code references and checklists

What type of fire alarm system does my facility need?

It depends on the building's occupancy, size, construction, whether it is sprinklered, and the codes your jurisdiction has adopted. Some buildings need manual pull stations and notification only; others require automatic detection, voice evacuation or emergency communication. A site survey and code analysis determine what's required, and new systems typically need design documents approved by the AHJ before installation.

How often should a fire alarm system be inspected?

NFPA 72 sets inspection and testing frequencies by component. Many items are tested annually, and some require more frequent inspection. The edition of NFPA 72 your jurisdiction has adopted, its fire code and your fire official determine the exact schedule, so we build inspection plans around your AHJ's requirements.

Why is professional fire alarm testing important?

Testing confirms that every device, circuit and output works, finds problems before an emergency does, and produces the records that fire officials and insurers often ask to see. Qualified testers also know the local requirements that apply to your building.

Can ISTFIRE inspect an existing system?

Yes. We inspect and test existing systems, document any deficiencies, and provide a written report with recommended corrections.

Can ISTFIRE repair systems installed by another contractor?

Yes. We service systems from many manufacturers, not only those we installed. Some proprietary panels require manufacturer software or dealer access for programming changes; if that affects your scope, we'll tell you before work begins.

Can ISTFIRE upgrade an older fire alarm system?

Yes. Options range from replacing the control panel while reusing compatible wiring and devices, to full replacement. Work is usually phased so the building stays protected, with impairment procedures coordinated with the fire official where required.

What information is required to request a quote?

The facility address and building type, the scope of work, the existing panel make and model if known, and any floor plans, specifications, inspection reports or violation notices. The more you can share, the more precise the quote.

What codes apply to my fire alarm system?

Commonly NFPA 72, NFPA 70 and NFPA 101, along with building and fire codes based on the IBC and IFC as adopted and amended by your state and municipality. The applicable editions and local amendments vary by jurisdiction, and the AHJ has final say on interpretation. Codes & standards

Does ISTFIRE provide ongoing maintenance?

Yes. We offer scheduled inspection, testing and maintenance agreements, plus repair service, so one team keeps the full service history of your system.

Let's protect your facility

Whether you need a new fire alarm system, an inspection, system repairs, modernization or engineering support, our team can help determine the appropriate next step.

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