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Smoke and Fire Curtains

Common Smoke and Fire Curtain Installation Mistakes That Compromise Life Safety
BySFC Expert February 7, 2026February 7, 2026

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…

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Smoke and Fire Curtains

Smoke Curtains in Smoke Management Systems
BySFC Expert January 28, 2026February 7, 2026

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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