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Public address & voice alarm

PAVA Systems

Intelligible spoken instructions for confident, controlled communication in an emergency.

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Thorntech engineeringDesigned properly. Supported for the long term.

Public Address and Voice Alarm systems provide clear, intelligible voice messages during emergency and everyday operations. Unlike traditional sounders, spoken instructions help occupants understand what to do and respond more quickly.

Thorntech designs, installs, commissions, tests and maintains bespoke PAVA solutions for commercial buildings, education, healthcare, transport environments and public venues.

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Key benefits & where it is used

Key benefits

  • Clear spoken instructions
  • Supports managed evacuation
  • Everyday public address capability
  • Designed for intelligibility
Public venuesEducationHealthcareTransportLarge commercial buildings
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Systems & options

  • Voice alarm
  • Public address
  • Zoned messaging
  • Fire-system integration

Complete lifecycle support

From first survey to dependable aftercare.

Thorntech remains accountable beyond installation, with clear handover, planned servicing and responsive fault support.

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Survey & design

We review the building, risks, users and existing infrastructure before recommending a proportionate solution.

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Installation

Systems are installed neatly, commissioned carefully and documented around current standards and good practice.

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Maintenance

Planned servicing helps protect compliance, reliability and the working life of your investment.

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Fault finding

When something is not right, our engineers take a methodical approach to diagnosis and practical resolution.

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers before you start.

Every site is different. A survey lets us confirm the right specification, scope and maintenance approach.

Can Thorntech assess an existing system?

Yes. We can survey the existing installation, discuss current issues and recommend maintenance, remedial work or an upgrade where appropriate.

Do you provide design, installation and maintenance?

Yes. Thorntech supports the full lifecycle from survey and design through installation, commissioning, handover and ongoing maintenance.

Can this integrate with other fire and security systems?

Many modern systems can be integrated. We will confirm suitable interfaces and operational benefits during the design process.

Where do you work?

We are based in Wiltshire, serve the South West and provide nationwide capability for suitable projects and client estates.

Start a conversation

Talk to us about pava systems.

Talk to Thorntech about a considered, dependable solution built around your site.