Fire detection solutions for ceilings with beams

Ceilings with beams need special consideration when designing a smoke detection system as the 'pockets' formed between the beams can trap smoke.

Fire codes such as the US National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recognize this problem and have recommendations in place e.g.NFPA 72.

These recommendations include placing a smoke detector in every pocket. In a large room with many beams, the cost of installing and then maintaining such a smoke detector system becomes prohibitive.

Why use a VESDA system?


In a room with solid exposed beams that are more than 1 ft (30 cm) deep, a VESDA air sampling smoke detection system offers better smoke detection at a considerably cheaper price than spot detectors in every pocket	Designing a fire protection system can quickly become an expensive exercise. Particularly where the structure of the ceiling raises questions about the appropriate number and location of smoke detectors needed to meet local codes and standards	By using a performance based design, supported by the research conducted by Xtralis engineers, you can design a code-compliant smoke detection system that offers the very early warning of a VESDA system

Latest VESDA information for ceilings with beams

Click here to download the latest Application Brochure on protecting warehouses from fire with VESDA	Consultants interested to know the results of the research into smoke detection on ceilings with exposed beams can click here to login/register and view the latest VESDA White Paper.	Contact us and an engineer will be able to assist. You can also obtain the full scientific reports of the tests

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