Survey each room
Record dimensions, ceiling height, stalls, partitions, vents, windows, doors, air fresheners and likely event areas. Mark the nearest cable route, outlet, approved Wi-Fi access point and cellular signal.
Use published coverage as a starting point
Zeptive and HALO publish about 144 square feet for vape sensing in typical settings. Triton gives 12 by 12 feet at a standard ceiling height. FlySense 300 lists 14 by 14 by 10 feet. These figures are not a promise for every room. Air movement can delay or dilute aerosol.
Do not mount beside an exhaust or automatic spray. Follow the maker’s exact clearance and height guide. Large or divided rooms may need more than one unit.
Plan power and data together
PoE needs an approved switch port and a cable within distance limits. Wi-Fi needs stable signal, device onboarding and a security review. Battery units need service access. Cellular units need signal and a data term.
Test the full chain
Use a maker-approved test method. Test near the unit and from the farthest likely point. Confirm local sensing, network delivery, phone receipt, event naming and staff arrival. Test normal aerosols and cleaning routines for nuisance alerts.
Leave a usable record
Give facilities and IT a final floor plan, device list, network settings, warranty data, battery schedule, support path and alert owner list. Retest after HVAC changes or major room work.