Natural Smoke Control Systems
Smoke Control for the common escape routes from flats to comply with Approved Document B 2006 of the Building Regulations.
uniVent, is a simple, packaged system that offers a fast complete, solution at low cost. Local Authority Building Control type approval means that uniVent is approved by Local Authorities throughout the country.
Every system is installed and commissioned to exacting standards which means that you can be sure it will perform as required - and this is backed up by a five year parts and labour warranty under our Checkmate after care service.
Because uniVent is a standard solution a comprehensive information package is available on day one, from builders work and electrical requirements right through to operation and maintenance instructions so the frustration of delays while waiting for information are eliminated.
The uniVent range
uniVent smoke shaft
Smoke shafts have become a common method of protecting internal lobbies in buildings as they can be more efficient than automatic opening ventilators and are more cost effective and reliable than pressurisation systems.
The uniVent system by Smoke Control was designed using the fundamentals of lean construction so that it requires no bespoke design or on-site programming and is automatically configured to operate to the design control philosophy. In other words it works straight out of the box and can be used on almost any multi storey building. This system has been independently assessed and granted Local Authority Building Control Type Approval which assures compliance with building regulations.
System Components
Automatic Lobby Ventilator
Manufactured from insulated galvanised steel with a polyester powder coated finish and integral electronic actuator. Available in 1.0m2 or 1.5m2 free area versions.
Automatic Discharge Ventilator
Located at the head of the shaft with an innovative vertically rising lid to reduce the effect of cross winds ensuring efficient exhaust of gases. Low profile and with good air tightness and insulation properties the ventilator is supplies with integral electronic controls.
Control Panel
Local control panel installed at each ventilator position. The panel includes a battery backed up 24VDC power supply and a pre programmed logic controller for automatic commissioning of complete system.
Override switch
Local override switch adjacent to each ventilator which includes LEDs to display system status and an audible alarm for power failure.
Smoke Detector
Optical smoke detector for reliable triggering of system.
Electrical wiring
Interconnecting wiring to be high temperature to CWZ classification.
uniVent Stairwell Ventilator
A complete solution for ventilation of stairwells comprising a roof ventilator and control system.
The stairwell ventilator is a low profile automatic opening hatch with an opening angle of 120 degrees to minimise wind effects. It can also be used for roof access. Manufactured from corrosion resistant aluminium with Rockwool insulation, it has a geometric free area of 1.0m2 and is available in a variety of finishes. The control kit comprises a local control panel with battery backed-up 24VDC supply and 2 remote control switches for positioning at the top and bottom of the staircase. The control panel can accept a signal from lobby ventilators to automatically open with lobby ventilation.
uniVent Window
An automatic actuator solution to convert windows to Opening Ventilators or Automatic Opening Ventilators
High quality slimline chain drive actuator with brackets for installation to a wide range of windows. Can be used as both an AOV and an OV with the appropriate control kit. The control kit for the Opening Ventilator (OV) comprises a local control panel with battery backed up 24VDC supply, and a remote control switch. An optical smoke detector is included in the Automatic Opening Ventilator (AOV) kit. The Control panel can send a signal to automatically open a stairwell ventilator (required by Building Regulations).
uniVent Louvre
A most attractive and versatile ventilator designed to integrate with all types of building façade.
Featuring a thermally broken aluminium frame and double glazed louvres blades, the unit offers good air leakage and insulation haracteristics. Can be used as both an AOV and an OV with the appropriate control kit. The control kit for the Opening Ventilator (OV) comprises a local control panel with battery backed-up 24VDC supply, and a remote control switch. An optical smoke detector is included in the Automatic Opening Ventilator (AOV) kit. The control panel can send a signal to automatically open a stairwell ventilator.
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