Fire and smoke curtains are like invisible safety nets. They stay hidden until a fire starts. When that happens, they quickly roll down to form a strong barrier against fire and smoke.
Smoke and fire curtains can save the day in terms of both property damage and lives. Let’s learn below about smoke and fire curtains and how your company can benefit greatly from our outstanding safety curtain products at Industrial Door Solutions.
Fire and Smoke Curtain Overview
A significant problem with a fire is that smoke will drop lower to the ground as it spreads through various floors. For example, elevator shafts in skyscrapers are especially hazardous because they can perform like a chimney and distribute smoke to additional floors. The entire building could be consumed by smoke and fire without safety-enhancing smoke and fire curtains.
Fortunately, if the smoke and fire are contained in one area, the smoke stays buoyant and hot, which makes it easier to remove it with ventilation. Fire and smoke protective curtains often can save businesses a fortune and lives by allowing safe egress and preventing additional damage to other parts of a building. Elevator smoke curtains also prevent smoke and fire from entering the elevator shaft and spreading to other floors.
A smoke curtain is placed above head height so a potential escape route is not blocked. These devices are located in a ceiling above openings and are deployed downward to keep smoke from moving into other parts of the building. Smoke curtains divide the building into smaller areas so the damage can be contained in a smaller number of rooms. Smoke curtains also can be installed in warehouses, elevators, and large open spaces, such as lobbies in hotels and office buildings.
Fire curtains separate two areas, preventing fire from spreading and consuming the entire structure. They can block a stairway or atrium from spreading a fire. The curtains can also offer some smoke control, but their major purpose is to contain fire without preventing people from escaping through corridors and emergency exits.
Fire and smoke curtains can be connected directly to fire alarm systems to deploy automatically when smoke is detected. They are almost invisible when installed, so patrons and guests are unlikely to notice them. Smoke and smoke curtains also feature backup, gravity-assisted deployment if power is lost. Industrial Door Solutions offers many sizes, finishes, and fire and smoke ratings that meet your needs.
Protection for Commercial and Industrial Spaces
Whether you own or manage a bustling office, a busy school, or a high-traffic mall, our fire and smoke curtains provide a crucial shield of smoke protection.
For office buildings, these curtains offer protection against fire outbreaks, a risk heightened by the presence of numerous electronic devices and wiring systems. They can be strategically installed in corridors, stairwells, and around elevators, offering a barrier that can halt fire and smoke, giving occupants valuable time for evacuation.
Installing our fire and smoke curtains in schools can help isolate incidents and prevent a small fire from becoming a large-scale disaster. From classrooms to cafeterias and libraries, we ensure each curtain is designed to blend seamlessly into the space until needed.
Controlling a fire outbreak in open spaces like retail centers can be particularly challenging. A fire or smoke curtain can help compartmentalize a large area, hindering fire from spreading rapidly across stores and buying valuable time for shoppers and staff to escape.
No matter the size and scale of your commercial or industrial space, these state-of-the-art curtains can help protect people and minimize property damage by adding a solid layer of safety. They offer an outstanding return on investment regarding property protection and personal safety.
How Do Our Safety Curtains Work?
When it comes to fire, every second counts. The minute a fire triggers the integrated alarm system, our fire curtains begin their work. Concealed sensors detect the rise in temperature and initiate an automatic response. The curtains – held at standby, neatly rolled and hidden in their housing – descend and create a solid barrier against the advancing threat.
These curtains are crafted from durable, fire-resistant fiberglass. Fiberglass is known for its excellent ability to withstand high temperatures, making it an ideal line of defense. Plus, it’s lightweight and flexible, allowing the fire curtain to be rolled up and stored out of sight when unused.
But the protection doesn’t stop at the fiberglass. A specialized coating is applied to enhance fire resistance even further. This coating helps the curtain withstand the flames and intense heat that accompanies a fire. This heat can cause significant damage and cause fire to spread without direct contact with the flames, but our curtain’s coating reduces this risk.
Our fire-resistant curtains form a tough barrier, slowing fire spread and confining it to one area. This buys precious time for the occupants to evacuate and for the emergency services to arrive and extinguish the fire. Our curtains can save lives at an affordable cost, so there’s no reason not to make this critical investment for your employees’ safety.
Our Commitment
Safety is a commitment we uphold in every curtain we create. At Industrial Door Solution, we meticulously design these fire and smoke curtains to align with globally recognized standards like the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) and UL (Underwriters Laboratories) in the USA. These standards dictate strict guidelines on fire and smoke curtains’ material, design, and operational aspects, and our products surpass these requirements.
Longevity and reliability go hand-in-hand with our production ethos. We know you trust our vertical and horizontal curtains to protect your premises, and we don’t take that trust lightly. Every smoke curtain is subjected to rigorous testing to ensure it functions flawlessly over a long period, offering consistent protection and peace of mind.
Integration is another area where we shine. We understand that every commercial building is unique and equipped with its fire detection system. Our curtains are designed with a plug-and-play approach, i.e., they can be seamlessly integrated into your existing fire alarm and sensor systems. This ensures our curtains are ready for action when a fire is detected. They will deploy almost instantly for maximum effect and safety. But they are nearly invisible until the moment of deployment, so your employees or guests will not notice them during regular times.
The Industrial Door Solution Advantage
Choosing fire safety equipment is not about settling for the bare minimum. It is about making a thoughtful investment in protecting your property and the people within it. With Industrial Door Solution, you opt for more than just fire and smoke curtains – you choose an assurance of superior safety. Crafted from sturdy, heat-resistant materials, our fire-rated doors and fire-protective smoke curtains offer long-lasting protection.Whether you’re looking for elevator door smoke containment systems, smoke protection systems, or vertical or horizontal fire curtains for your building, we have you covered. To learn more or request a free quote, call us at 1-800-319-7592 or message us online.