It’s happened. The worst nightmare imaginable – your building is on fire. But, as everyone rushes to leave via the fire exit, several things are happening deep within the ductwork of the building, unbeknownst to the people, and it very well may be saving all of their lives. What is a Fire Damper? When a […]
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When discussing your building plan with contractors, it is essential to note what dampers are necessary throughout the structure. Your HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning) specialist may suggest fire dampers to you, depending on what type of building you have. What exactly is the difference between HVAC dampers and fire dampers? What Do HVAC Dampers […]
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When we initially hear about backdrafting, we might think about fires and explosions. Backdrafting regarding water heaters may not be as dramatic as movie production, but the concept is similar. So, let’s look at what backdrafting is concerning water heaters and why it is essential to know about it. What is Backdrafting? Backdrafting is when […]
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Smoke dampers, like fire dampers, are part of your overall HVAC (heating, venting, and air conditioning) fire defense system. They protect your building in case of a fire or smoke event. While they serve a potential life and building-saving purpose, we do not think about them except when they are pulled into service. Read on to […]
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When designing a building, architects need to take many things into account. The way a building looks is one of the primary concerns, for certain. Just as important, though, is making it safe for the occupants and for those that are nearby. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the passive fire protection […]
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When reviewing building schematics, it is always important to verify that fire regulations are being followed and that your home or building is up to code with fire dampers and smoke dampers in place. While these dampers are essential to keep occupants unhurt in case of a fire, they also play a part in keeping […]
Read MoreWhen fire strikes, the last thing we want to consider is how our HVAC (heating, venting, and air-conditioning) system, including fire dampers, works to stop the spread. But we are beyond grateful that it operates in such a manner to slow down and stop the fire from creating a mass casualty event, thanks to a […]
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Backdrafting may be something you think of in relation to fires. While it is indeed a common term within firefighting to describe when a fire has consumed all available fuel and then suddenly explodes when more oxygen is available, it is also a term used when discussing large household appliances and HVAC (heating, venting, and […]
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When your home or business is being constructed, you depend on your contractors and expert team to create the safest building possible. With that in mind, they will be utilizing CRDs and CRD boots as part of their disaster protection plan. You’re not alone if you’re in the dark about what CRDs and CRD boots […]
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When contemplating the essential components for your HVAC system configuration, dampers play a vital role. Dampers, including various types of dampers such as automatic dampers, manual dampers, parallel dampers, opposed dampers, balance dampers, bypass dampers, and fire dampers, become a crucial consideration. The pivotal question arises about the type of dampers to install. The plethora […]
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