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    Bespoke Application Development for Dräger

    • Pioneering use of digital technology to enhance firefighter safety.
    • Bespoke tablet application which integrates with Dräger’s hardware.
    • Intuitive user interface and international versions developed.
       

    The Ambition

    Dräger, an international company specialising in medical and fire safety technology, aimed to maintain a competitive edge for their flagship Merlin firefighter safety system. They sought to achieve this by integrating the hardware components with a custom software application.

    What we did

    We brought Dräger's firefighter safety system into the digital age by developing a custom software application that integrates seamlessly with Dräger's hardware.

    Recognising the critical importance of the project, we dedicated extensive time to collaborating with Dräger Safety UK at their headquarters and alongside firefighters in real-life incidents to fully understand the intricacies of the Merlin personal safety system.

    After gaining a comprehensive understanding, we proceeded with concept development, rapid prototyping, and multiple iterations of rigorous user testing to ensure solution effectiveness and reliability.

    What we did
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    The core Merlin system consists of breathing apparatus equipped with various sensors, linked to a control board via radio modems. We revolutionised the utilisation of this data by developing a custom application.

    This application provides real-time incident telemetry data, including air levels, system pressure, and individual firefighters' safe stay duration within a building. Presented on a ruggedized tablet device with an intuitive touchscreen interface, incident commanders can effortlessly access an overview or delve into detailed information. The data is easily shared among teams during significant incidents and can be archived for post-incident analysis and training exercises.

    Considering its critical role in life-saving scenarios, the application is exceptionally robust and includes numerous fail-safe features. For instance, it dynamically recovers from hardware failures with an automatic recovery function that stores live application data, ensuring quick restoration when needed.

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    The Results

    Released in 26 countries around the world

    Released in 26 countries around the world

    used by 350+ fire departments

    used by 350+ fire departments

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