Even when the correct smoke or fire curtain system is specified, poor installation can severely reduce its effectiveness. Many failures observed during testing, commissioning, or real fire events are not due to product limitations, but due to installation errors made on site. This article highlights the most common smoke and fire curtain installation mistakes, explains…
Smoke curtains and fire curtains are often confused — but choosing the wrong one can compromise safety and approvals. This article breaks down their key differences, applications, and compliance impact so you specify the right system from day one. IntroductionDuring a fire event, smoke and fire behave differently and require different control measures. Smoke spreads…
A Practical Guide for Life-Safety Design Smoke Curtains play a critical role in modern smoke management systems by controlling smoke movement, forming smoke reservoirs, and supporting efficient smoke extraction. This article explains how smoke curtains function within engineered smoke management strategies, why they are essential in complex and open-plan buildings, and how they contribute to…
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