Fire Dampers and Smoke Ventilation

A fire damper is a type of fire protection device that is used in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning element of a building normally integral with the air ducting. They respond to heat and are used to help prevent the spread of a fire along the air ductwork and between one compartment and another. This means that when a fire has broken out, and the temperature of a room or compartment reaches a set point, the damper slams shut to lose off the void. A smoke damper responds to the detection of smoke within an area and closes automatically to prevent it spreading along the ductwork. A survey is the first step to achieving compliance with the regulations for the safe provision of fire and smoke damper protection. The survey will help identify the existence of fire and smoke dampers within a building and ensure they are safety compliant and in full working order. If an issue is found, then this can be rectified so that in the event of an emergency, the dampers will be in proper working order so as to stop the spread of the fire and or smoke. For all of your fire and smoke damper necessities, contact us here at Kudos Fire Protection today.