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Smoke Curtains

Smoke Curtains are flexible barriers designed to be deployed in the event of a fire that effectively seal the elevator shaft and prevent the spread of smoke and heat through elevator doors. In a fire incident, smoke often uses the elevator shaft as a chimney to move upwards through the building. By deploying a smoke curtain, this vertical migration of smoke can be significantly reduced.  Smoke Curtains are essential components in commercial structures, especially at elevator openings. Their primary purpose is to contain fires and prevent smoke from spreading to other floors – which saves lives. Typically installed in elevator shafts, which can act as chimneys in multi-story buildings, smoke curtains effectively halt the spread of smoke.  When fire or smoke is detected, smoke curtains automatically descend in order to create a physical barrier that hinders the smoke from spreading and cuts off the oxygen supply to the fire. Despite their significant functionality, these curtains are designed to be discreet and seamlessly blend with architectural aesthetics until they are deployed.