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When it comes to fire safety, one of the most overlooked but life-saving systems in a building is the Smoke Extract System. While fire alarms and sprinklers often take center stage, smoke extract systems play a critical role in protecting lives and property during fire emergencies.
In this post, we’ll break down what smoke extract systems are, how they work, and why every building, from commercial spaces to residential high-rises, should have one installed.
A Smoke Extract System is a mechanical ventilation setup designed to remove smoke from a building during a fire. Its primary goal is to:
Keep escape routes (like stairwells, corridors, and lobbies) free of smoke
Aid firefighters in locating and extinguishing the source of the fire
Reduce the risk of smoke inhalation, which is a leading cause of fire-related deaths
These systems use extract fans, ducts, dampers, and vents to pull smoke away from occupied spaces and push it outside the building.
During a fire, smoke spreads faster than flames and can severely impair visibility, cause suffocation, and lead to panic. A smoke extract system helps manage this risk by:
Improving visibility for safe evacuation
Delaying the spread of fire by controlling air movement
Reducing toxic gas concentration in escape routes
Protecting property by containing smoke damage to certain zones
In other words, smoke control isn’t just about comfort or compliance, it’s about saving lives.
Smoke extract systems are a vital part of any building’s fire safety strategy; their impact during emergencies is life-saving. Whether you’re developing a new project or upgrading an existing one, investing in a reliable smoke extract system isn’t just a good idea, it’s a necessity.
Need help designing or installing a smoke extract system? Contact our team today for a customized solution.
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