We at Essex Ventilation Hygiene offer effective and affordable smoke ventilation, as well as servicing, maintenance and more. If you’re looking for a trusted company to undertake your smoke ventilation then you’ve found the answer with us.
What are smoke ventilation systems?
Smoke ventilation systems are ‘passive’ types of fire protection. They can be built in as part of the ductwork, air conditioning (HVAC) and ventilation systems as crucial parts of fire safety. In the event of a fire, smoke ventilation systems are designed to the spread of the fire, stop further property damage and will protect the lives of those within the building.
How do smoke ventilation systems work?
In the event of a fire, smoke ventilation systems provide a vital function. Here’s how they do it…
- Upon detecting smoke, smoke detectors will activate smoke ventilation systems on the affected floor or in a localised area.
- The fire damper will close to help stop the spread of smoke and fire.
- The smoke ventilation fan at the top of the smoke shaft will extract the smoke and prevents smoke ingress into the building.
- The systems provide greater protection and time for escape.
What are the benefits of smoke ventilation?
Smoke ventilation systems are some of the best investments that you can make, here’s why…
Saves Lives
Ensuring that you have proper smoke ventilation in place in the event of a fire is vital to saving lives.
Contains Fire Spread
Smoke ventilation will contain fire and smoke to one area of the property and stop it from spreading through penetration spaces and joins.
Reduces Damage
Containing smoke and fire in this way will significantly reduce the damage done throughout a building or your property.
Fire Regulations
There are certain regulations that a building has to adhere to by law, in both residential and non-residential settings.
Our Related Services
In addition to smoke ventilation services, we also offer a wide range of cleaning and maintenance services including:
- Fire Damper Inspection
A fire damper is a type of ‘passive’ fire protection product. They are built into the ductwork systems of heating, air conditioning (HVAC) and ventilation systems as crucial parts of fire safety. Fire damper inspection and testing are crucial to making sure that fire dampers can effectively function in the event of a fire. Fire dampers can suffer from rust, disintegration and dirt or dust-filled mechanics, which if a fire should occur, could hinder their performance.
- Reports & Certificates
Insurance companies will typically recommend a minimum frequency at which the systems should be cleaned and maintained. Adherence to regulations and recognised guidance is essential for building insurance as well as meeting the minimum Duty of Care that you have to your clients, employees and the public. We are fully accredited by NAAD and are licensed to provide you with reports and certificates for your systems.
If you’re looking for smoke ventilation, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today for a FREE quote.
