Safety & peace of mind
Natural smoke ventilation systems
Improve your building’s safety and reduce energy costs with our expertly designed natural smoke ventilation systems
Protect your building
About our natural smoke ventilation systems
Our natural smoke ventilation systems enhance your buildings safety. These cost effective solutions uses the inherent buoyancy of smoke and airflow dynamics to protect stairs and common lobbies/corridors. Perfect for code compliant building layouts. Our designs use automatic opening vents (AOVs), smoke shafts, dampers and facade AOVs to extract smoke without the need for mechanical assistance.
A host of benefits
Why choose Flo-Vent?
FloVent’s team of specialist engineers has many years’ experience of designing, installing, commissioning and maintaining natural smoke ventilation systems in a wide variety of sectors and industries. All our systems comply with Approved Document B, ensuring complete reliability and sustainability. Our natural smoke ventilation systems offer numerous advantages for your building’s safety and efficiency. Here are some of the benefits:
Cost-effective
Lower installation and maintenance costs compared to mechanical systems.
Reliable
Operate without the need for mechanically assisted fan sets and have in built emergency back for whole system.
Sustainable
Using natural airflow dynamics reduces energy consumption and carbon footprint.
Compliant
Meets all requirements of Approved Document B for complete peace of mind.
Versatile
Suitable for various building types, including residential and commercial properties.
Low-maintenance
No extract fans or complex control equipment means reduced maintenance requirements.
Effective
Naturally removing smoke from common escape routes, improving occupancy safety and fire service safety during emergencies
Customisable
Tailored to your specific building layout and requirements for optimal performance.
Advice & information
Frequently asked questions
Got a question about our natural smoke ventilation systems? Check out our FAQs below for more information. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
What is natural smoke ventilation?
Natural smoke ventilation uses your building’s design and natural airflow to remove smoke during a fire, without relying on powered fans and vents.
How does natural smoke ventilation work?
The systems use automatic opening vents (AOVs), smoke shafts and external AOVs to use hot smokes inherent buoyancy and airflow dynamics to remove smoke out of the building.
Is natural ventilation suitable for all building types?
While suitable for many building types conforming to Approved Document B, each project will be different and designers will ensure the correct application for the building. Flo-Vent limited can assistance with ensuring the correct system is designed.
What triggers the natural smoke ventilation system?
The buildings fire alarm, smoke detectors and manual call points all trigger our systems.
How does natural smoke ventilation compare to mechanical ventilation in terms of cost?
If the building type and layout allows for Natural ventilation, it is typically more cost-effective in terms of overall cost.
Does natural smoke ventilation comply with building regulations?
Yes, our systems comply with Approved Document B, ensuring complete reliability and sustainability.
What maintenance does a natural smoke ventilation system require?
Regular maintenance is required for all smoke ventilation systems. Professional servicing and maintenance should be carried out by a smoke ventilation specialist every 6 months.
Can natural ventilation systems be retrofitted to existing buildings?
In many cases, yes. Our team can assess your building and design a system that works with your existing structure.
How long does it take to install a natural smoke ventilation system?
Installation time varies depending on the building’s size and complexity. We can provide a timeline after assessing your specific needs.
Are there any limitations to natural smoke ventilation systems?
While highly effective, these systems may be less suitable for very tall buildings or those with complex layouts. Our experts can advise on the best solution for your property.
Safety & compliance
Our Gateway 2 expertise
Flo-Vent designs natural smoke ventilation systems that fully align with Gateway 2 requirements. Our specialists work with your design team to create solutions that meet Building Safety Act 2022 standards while harnessing efficient airflow dynamics. We provide all technical specifications, performance calculations and compliance documentation needed for successful pre-construction approval. Our natural ventilation expertise ensures your Gateway 2 submission demonstrates full regulatory compliance. The earlier you engage us, the sooner we can help you navigate these critical requirements with confidence. Contact us to discuss your specific Gateway 2 requirements.
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Work with us
Don’t compromise on smoke ventilation. Contact FloVent today for a free consultation about our natural smoke ventilation systems. Our experts will assess your property and design a bespoke solution that’s cost-effective, compliant and tailored to your needs.
Protect your occupants, ensure regulatory compliance and invest in long-term safety.
