Design considerations for smoke control
Smoke feedback
Smoke feedback occurs when smoke enters a pressurization fan intake and flows into protected spaces. Design techniques reduce the probability of smoke feedback:
•Supply air intakes located below openings from which smoke might flow, such as building exhausts, smoke shaft outlets and elevator vents.
•Automatic shutdown capability to stop the system in the event of smoke feedback.
For more information on smoke feedback, refer to SFPE 1995, Fire Protection Engineering Handbook.
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