Kentec to Showcase Latest Innovations at Intersec 2026

Kentec Electronics is set to demonstrate why it is a leading manufacturer of life safety solutions at Intersec’s Global Security, Safety, and Fire Event, from 12–14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Kentec is proud to be able to demonstrate some of its latest innovations, designed to help the industry meet their own challenges: whether that’s complying with evolving regulations, or overcoming safety concerns in emerging industries.

One such solution is K-Detect-iON: a calibration-free flammable gas detector, it detects hydrogen at the earliest off-gassing stage, to prevent ignition and enable automatic safety responses in battery energy storage solutions (BESS).

Those working in the growing battery energy storage solution (BESS) sector know the challenges of fire safety at their high-risk facilities. As the only UL 2075 calibration-free hydrogen sensor, K-Detect-iON offers 10 years of maintenance-free operation, robust performance from -30°C to 75°C, and compliance with global EN and UL standards. K-Detect-iON integrates with Kentec’s industry-leading Sigma ZXT panels, which will also be displayed at Intersec, enabling real-time monitoring and rapid response during incidents.

While there are still gaps in compliance across this new area of fire prevention, Kentec has taken a whole-system certification approach to its BESS solution by ensuring its panels, detectors, and ancillary devices are UL-listed together. Unlike other manufacturers, this means its integrated BESS fire prevention solution will include a UL 864-approved panel, UL 268-approved smoke detector, and the K-Detect-iON hydrogen sensor, which carries UL 2074 and UL 2075 listings referenced against the panel.

At Intersec 2026 the Kentec team will also be demonstrating its PA/VA with the latest version of the EN 54-2 and BS 7273-4 Category A-compliant Taktis fire control panel at its centre, the solution on show also deploys K-System, Kentec’s wired addressable fire detection technology.

Created in response to the global market and specifiers requiring a single-branded system, whilst continuing Kentec’s ethos of ‘open protocol’ and supporting its community of technology partners, K-System now extends its functionality to public address and voice alarm needs. Solely available through Kentec Installation Partners (KIPs) and those on the Kentec Authorised Distributors Plus (KAD+) Programme, the K-System is backed by Kentec’s reputation for high quality, excellent technical support and comprehensive product training.

Derrick Hall, Director of Sales & Marketing at Kentec, said: Intersec is the perfect platform to showcase how Kentec continues to lead the way in life safety innovation. Our mission has always been to deliver technology that not only meets, but anticipates, the evolving needs of our industry.

“But it’s not just technology: we are investing in the skills and experience to further establish Kentec as a market leader. Only this year Kentec’s experience was recognised with the appointment of its managing director, Kevin Swann, as Global Strategy Director to shape global market and commercial strategy for Hochiki Corporation. More recently, Gaurav Arora was appointed as General Manager, Product Management and Technical Support to strengthen service, support and training.

“Every person and solution behind the brand visitors see at Intersec 2026 reflects our commitment to safeguarding people and property through reliability, compliance, and innovation.”

Kentec looks forward to welcoming visitors to Intersec 2026 on stand E22.

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