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ORR Protection Honored with VESDA® Precision Detection Partner Award

On September 24, 2025, ORR Protection, a leader in mission-critical fire protection solutions, was awarded the VESDA® Precision Detection Partner Award by NOTIFIER, a Honeywell brand. This accolade was presented during the Honeywell Fire Partner Conference held from September 14 to 19 in Orlando, Florida. The recognition underscores ORR Protection's strong commitment to early warning detection, life safety, and overall preparedness, illustrating its pivotal role in the fire protection industry.

This esteemed award stems from ORR Protection's substantial investment and leadership in implementing VESDA aspirating smoke detection systems, emphasizing their status as one of the top advocates and integrators of VESDA technology in the United States. ORR has made a name for itself in the fire protection market, particularly in data center environments—an area of rapid growth that demands advanced and reliable detection solutions to ensure operational continuity and protect vital infrastructure.

"At ORR, we don't just install systems; we lead with expertise, foresight, and a deep commitment to life safety," remarked Woodie Andrawos, CEO of ORR Protection. He added that the recognition from Honeywell reinforces their role as a trusted partner, particularly in the context of data centers. The collaborative relationship with manufacturers like Honeywell enhances their ability to improve fire protection standards across mission-critical industries.

In recent years, data centers have emerged as one of the most dynamic segments within the fire protection landscape, necessitating sophisticated detection solutions to safeguard uptime. ORR Protection has differentiated itself in this arena by remaining agile to industry changes and leveraging its experience to help clients maintain compliance and security. Additionally, recent updates to the NFPA 7th edition code have prompted numerous upgrades in the aspirating smoke detection market, which ORR is adeptly managing by integrating next-generation VESDA systems.

As a prominent provider, ORR Protection offers a wide array of services, including design, installation, inspection, and 24/7 remote monitoring for fire protection solutions. Their mission focuses on safeguarding people, property, and critical operations through integrated alarm, detection, suppression strategies, and expert service offerings.

In 2025, the company received national recognition in the industry rankings by SDM, achieving notable positions including #17 among Top Systems Integrators, #22 based on Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR), and #3 for Largest Project. These accolades reflect ORR's continuous growth and leadership in delivering premier fire protection solutions tailored to mission-critical environments.

For more information about ORR Protection and their innovative approach to fire safety, you can visit their website at www.ORRProtection.com. For media inquiries, Katie Merluzzi, VP of Marketing at ORR Protection, is available at 484-697-0157 or via email at [email protected].