ScanSeries vs Astral8

BuildingReports’ mobile and online inspection reporting tools enable inspectors to quickly gather data on fire and life safety devices to ensure they are working properly and meet code requirements, or identify actions needed to meet compliance through easily verifiable inspection reports. BuildingReports has the solutions, inspected device data and the qualified network to cement its reputation as the most trusted name in compliance reporting. *Note: This application is for customers who use the BuildingReports Web-based inspection reporting system only. It is an all-in-one application and contains: FireScan, SafetyScan, SprinklerScan, SuppressionScan, SecurityScan, and HVACScan. The app is supported on iPhone 4S (or newer) and iPod Touch 5th Gen. (or newer) devices.

Astral8 is a modern emergency services management platform built for fire departments, first responders, and public safety teams. Designed with real fire department workflows in mind, Astral8 helps departments reduce paperwork, improve operational awareness, and keep critical information organized in one connected system. From apparatus and equipment checks to daily tasks, inspections, personnel records, incident information, and department readiness, Astral8 gives teams a clearer way to manage everyday operations — whether at the station, in the field, or on the move. Astral8 is built to support fire departments of all sizes, from volunteer departments to career agencies, with tools that help crews stay informed, accountable, and ready. Key Features: • Manage apparatus, equipment, and station assets • Complete daily, weekly, monthly, and annual checks • Track issues, maintenance, services, and readiness • Organize personnel, certifications, and training information • Manage occupancies, inspections, permits, and related documents • Assign and complete daily station tasks • Access important operational information from mobile devices • Improve visibility for chiefs, administrators, officers, and firefighters • Reduce duplicate work and paper-based processes Astral8 is not designed to replace dispatch, emergency judgment, or official public safety procedures. It is built to support departments with better information, cleaner workflows, and improved operational clarity. Less paperwork. More readiness. One platform built around the way fire departments actually work.