Comprehensive Solutions with Smoke Vents
Smoke vents are essential for fire and life safety in modern buildings, providing automatic release of smoke, heat, and noxious gases during emergencies. Our roof smoke vents and automatic smoke ventilation systems are engineered to comply with the International Building Code (IBC 910 Heat & Smoke Vents, IBC 410 Stages & Platforms, IBC 3004 Hoistway Vents). These systems, including smoke vent access panels and single door smoke vents, ensure that toxic fumes like carbon monoxide are safely vented, reducing inhalation risks and protecting building occupants. Selecting the right AOV system is critical for warehouses, factories, elevator shafts, and hoistways, providing both safety and operational efficiency.
Automatic smoke vents act like controlled skylights, opening when sensors detect fire and smoke. By releasing hot air and smoke, these vents help maintain visibility for evacuation and firefighter access. Effective design considers total vent area, structural support, and proper placement to maximize safety during fire events. Roof smoke vents, akin to windows, create essential escape routes, prevent smoke buildup, and reduce potential fire damage.
Reliable Smoke Vent Solutions
- Automatic Activation: Smoke vents open in response to fire detection
- Effective Vent Area: Designed according to building code requirements
- Single Door Vents: Ideal for warehouse and factory applications
- Hoistway and Elevator: Provides safe smoke release for shafts
- Roof Integration: Compatible with flat and sloped roof designs
Fire Safety and Operational Benefits
- Smoke Reduction: Minimizes toxic fume inhalation risks
- Enhanced Visibility: Improves firefighter access during emergencies
- Structural Safety: Reduces heat accumulation in confined areas
- Compliance Assurance: Meets International Building Code (IBC) standards
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for commercial, industrial, and storage buildings
Types
Roof Smoke Vents
These vents allow smoke and heat to escape automatically, preventing hazardous accumulation and aiding safe evacuation.
- Optimized for both flat and sloped roofs
- Provides continuous smoke release during emergencies
Automatic Smoke Ventilation Systems
Fully automated systems designed to detect fire and release smoke without manual intervention.
- Sensors trigger immediate opening upon fire detection
- Maintains clear escape routes and reduces property damage
Single Door Smoke Vents
Compact vents suitable for factories, storage areas, and elevator shafts.
- Efficient smoke release for smaller spaces
- Durable construction for high-traffic and industrial environments
AOV System
Advanced Opening Vent systems engineered for maximum life safety compliance.
- Controlled operation ensures timely venting during fire events
- Integrates with building automation for improved monitoring
Standout Features & Benefits
Key Advantages of Smoke Vents
- Automatic activation for rapid smoke release
- Reduces toxic fume inhalation and improves occupant safety
- Enhances visibility for firefighters and emergency responders
- Compliant with IBC and other local fire codes
- Suitable for roofs, hoistways, and elevator shafts
- Reliable performance in industrial, commercial, and storage applications
Application Area
Ideal Usage Scenarios
- Commercial buildings, factories, and storage warehouses
- Elevator shafts and hoistway venting solutions
- Industrial facilities requiring automatic smoke ventilation
- Schools, hospitals, and public buildings for life safety compliance
- Flat and sloped roof applications with integrated AOV systems
FAQ
Difference between smoke vents and AOVs?
Yes! While all AOVs (Automatic Opening Vents) are smoke vents designed to release fumes and heat, not all smoke vents are AOVs. At Dutco Tennant LLC, we make sure to specify true AOV-capable vents for areas where an automated fire protection system is required. Otherwise, we also supply standard smoke vents that operate manually. State your exact requirements to us to help curate the right solutions.
Some reliable smoke vent suppliers in the UAE?
If you’re looking for industry-grade solutions that serve you the long term, Dutco Tennant LLC can be the right option. We supply a full line of certified smoke vent and automatic ventilation products designed to meet UAE fire-safety standards. And we have been doing this for decades now, earning a constant reputation for product quality and longevity.
Do you supply smoke vent management systems in Abu Dhabi?
Yes, we do. We provide a full range of smoke-vent and AOV management solutions in Abu Dhabi, supplying systems that support safe, efficient smoke control and comply with local fire-safety requirements.
Any smoke ventilation building regulations you follow?
Yes. We follow the smoke ventilation requirements outlined in the UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice, which governs how smoke vents, AOVs, and smoke-control systems must be designed, installed, and tested. These regulations ensure proper smoke extraction, safe evacuation routes, and full compliance with Civil Defence approvals for UAE construction projects.
Which is best - Natural or mechanical smoke ventilation?
Both systems are effective, but the “best” choice depends on the building type and safety requirements:
- Natural smoke ventilation (using roof smoke vents) is ideal for low-rise, open spaces like warehouses, factories, and workshops. It’s simpler, cost-effective, and relies on natural buoyancy to release smoke upward.
- Mechanical smoke ventilation is better for high-rise buildings, malls, basements, stairwells, and enclosed areas where controlled airflow, pressurization, or rapid extraction is required.
In short, natural systems suit large open industrial spaces, while mechanical systems are essential for complex, multi-level or enclosed buildings. Many UAE projects use a hybrid of both for maximum safety.
Any difference between smoke purge and smoke control?
Yes. In the Gulf, smoke purge and smoke control serve different purposes under the Fire & Life Safety Code:
- Smoke Purge is designed to clear smoke from a space after a fire is under control, typically using fans to remove residual smoke from basements, car parks, or large rooms. It is mainly for post-fire cleanup and visibility restoration.
- Smoke Control operates during a fire, managing how smoke moves through a building to keep escape routes clear. This includes stairwell pressurization, smoke extraction, AOVs, and mechanical ventilation to protect occupants during evacuation.
In short, smoke control is for life safety during a fire, while smoke purge is for clearing the area afterward. Both are required in different UAE building scenarios.
