Natural Smoke and Heat Exhaust Vents (NSHEVs) represent an evolution from mechanical extraction systems as it activates automatically during fire events. Windows operate as standard but then transform into automatic smoke vents during fire events, which means smoke and heat can escape quickly and escape routes such as stairwells remain clear.
However, integrating these systems with existing PVCu window profiles has often presented fabrication challenges, particularly around compliance as BS EN 12101-2:2003 mandates testing the window and actuator combination together, not as separate parts.
A strategic partnership
VEKA is working to change this through a fully-certified Natural Smoke and Heat Exhaust Vents (NSHEVs) system – developed in partnership with ventilation specialists WindowMaster.
By integrating the components, the NSHEV system is designed, tested and certified as a complete unit, including both the window profile and the actuator. This means the entire assembly is verified to provide reliable smoke ventilation in the event of fire.
The collaboration between VEKA and WindowMaster highlights a shared focus on practical innovation. The system brings together VEKA’s proven profile systems with WindowMaster’s specialist automation components, enabling the creation of dual-purpose windows that open automatically in the event of fire.
The involvement of established partners Teal Products and L J Pratley & Partners in development ensured fabrication requirements were considered from the outset, rather than as design afterthoughts.
Combining compliance, efficiency and intelligent safety
Designed for use with VEKA’s Halo System 10 and M70 window systems, the VEKA NSHEV solution is fully UKCA marked and compliant with BS EN 12101-2:2003. Delivering a robust, reliable and fully integrated smoke ventilation system that offers fabricators a route to compliance without compromising on build quality or ease of fabrication, providing both fire protection and architectural flexibility.
Through collaboration and intelligent solutions, the industry can forge an easier path to compliance without extra complexity in production or at installation stage. As building regulations evolve, particularly around fire safety, smart integrated solutions provide the clear path for going beyond compliance and ensuring buildings are future ready.
www.veka.com
Why not Sign-up to Receive these Articles by Email each Day on our newsfeed site
>> Scroll down to read more articles like this which have been published recently on this blog <<
You can also read additional current and archived articles on our dedicated magazine website
Low Cost and Free Publicity - Your company can easily benefit from some publicity like the posts above for a contribution towards our layout costs (£75 to £95 plus VAT), payable in advance or you can receive the service absolutely free of charge if you advertise (see below).
We post articles up to twice a day and never delete them - we only archive them each year so that they continue to remain visible to search engines.
To have your story published - just send us your news item, logo and image(s) and we will review the material, make any necessary changes to the wording / wordcount and then advise you when it will be published.
If you are a regular advertiser in our printed and online publications, placing series bookings for adverts or subscribing to our VIP Packages, you will qualify for a specific number of free postings on this blog while you continue to advertise with us. See our media pack for more details.
Also, if you purchase one of our Online and Print Combo packages, Featured Articles or Advertorial packages shown in our media pack, posting on this blog is included in the price.
For details and rates for all of our advertising options in print and online, download our media pack contact us or visit our website.
Door Industry Journal is a trading style of Clearview Group Limited - Company No. 06999111
No comments:
Post a Comment