Code compliance insights, technical specifications, and practical guidance for smoke and fire protection systems.
I've seen building owners spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on elevator lobbies without realizing the long-term financial impact. My goal here isn't to point fingers - it's to lay out the real numbers so you can make the best decision for your project.
Just last week I was pulled into a project at the last minute because no one had accounted for elevator smoke protection. The architect had initially drawn elevator shaft pressurization but hadn't coordinated with the MEP engineer or fire protection engineer.
I get this question almost weekly from architects and contractors. The good news? Elevator smoke curtains aren't nearly as complicated as they sound. By the end of this guide, you'll understand exactly what they are, how they work, and whether your building needs them.
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