APC Fire and Smoke Vents

APC Fire and Smoke Vents

APC Fire and Smoke Vents

Product catalog summary
Introduction
APC Dayliter® Fire and Smoke Vents are designed to enhance safety by effectively managing smoke and heat during a fire. These vents are crucial for protecting building occupants and firefighters by allowing smoke and gases to escape, thus reducing the risk of flashback and lowering internal temperatures.
Specifications and Compliance
The vents comply with Section 910 of the International Fire Code, which mandates automatic smoke control systems in high-piled storage facilities and large one-story buildings. APC vents meet both the International Building Code (IBC) and older national codes, ensuring they are suitable for most industrial applications.
Functionality and Benefits
APC smoke vents automatically open during a fire, venting toxic smoke and gases. This feature improves visibility and allows firefighters to locate and attack the fire more efficiently. The vents work in conjunction with sprinkler systems, enhancing overall fire safety. They are designed to prevent lateral fire spread and reduce collateral water damage.
Design and Construction
APC vents are lightweight yet strong, with a typical 4' x 8' unit weighing 110 lbs. The dropout design relies on gravity and heat-sensitive materials, ensuring reliable operation without moving parts that could fail. The vents are cost-effective, easy to install, and require no maintenance.
Product Options
APC offers various models, including the AUL and AFL, which meet UL standards for automatically operated smoke and heat vents. The vents are available in standard and oversized units, with options for curb-mounted installations and safety cages.
Conclusion
APC Dayliter® Fire and Smoke Vents provide a reliable and economical solution for fire safety in industrial buildings. Their design and functionality make them a preferred choice for building owners looking to enhance safety and comply with fire codes.
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APC Fire and Smoke Vents-1

Smoke is the most deadly part of a fire apcdayliter® Fire and SmokeVents

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APCVents are the safestway to protect the building’s occupants– and firefighters. Unventilated building–Fire after 2minutes Unventilated building–Fire after 3minutes Unventilated building–Fire after 4minutes In one-story buildings fire and smoke spreads laterally and rapidly. Inminutes smoke and gases fill the entire structure. The National Building Codes demand fire vents formost industrial buildings. Fire officials know that smoke is the deadliest part of a fire. That’s why Section 910 of the International Fire Code mandates the use of automatic smoke control systems in high-piled storage facilities...

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APC Dropout vents rely on gravity and the special heat-sensing property of its dome material.When thermally activated by the rapid heat rise from fire, dome material softens and releases from its retaining frame venting smoke and gas. APC Dayliter® vents work every time thanks 1 to the laws of science. WorksWith All Sprinkler Systems A typical 4' x 8' APC unit weighs 110 lbs, yet the dome material is one of the industry’s strongest. APC Quadri-dome resists hail, industrial debris and errant birds. 3 Strong Yet Lightweight 2 APC’s drop-out design prevents possible lid closures and is unaffected...

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APC Smoke Vents 6 Therapid heat risefromfirecauses theAPC heat sensitiveQuadri-Domeglazingto shrink and drop out of the openingautomatically creatingan unobstructed vent for heat, smoke, and gas. APC unitswill reach full open position within fiveminutes after initial exposureto fireand beforethefirereaches 500º F. Model AUL • Meets UL standard 793 for Automatically Operated Smoke and Heat Vents. • Only UL-listed drop-out gravity vent available. • Release rods standard for manual operation. Model AFL for high temperature release vents with ESFR sprinklers. Metal Building Roof APC’s MB Double wall...

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©Copyright 2007 Construction Specialties, Inc. Construction Specialties, Inc. reserves the right tomake design changes or to withdraw any design without notice. Printed in U.S.A. Series 08 The C/S Family of Products For 60 years, Construction Specialties has been a leader in architectural specialty products, including: Acrovyn®Wall and Door Protection, Pedisystems® Entrance Flooring, Expansion Joint Covers, Cubicle Track and Curtains, Smoke and Explosion Venting Systems, Architectural Grilles, Architectural Louvers and Sun Controls. We have operations throughout theworld and can provide C/S Products...

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