A Study on the Performance of Existing Fire Dampers Related to Introduction of Performance Accreditation System for Fire Dampers

Abstract

In relation to the introduction of a performance accreditation system for fire dampers, existing domestic fire damper performance was evaluated with respect to related regulations and the system operation required were considered. From the performance evaluation, it was judged that manufacturer efforts to improve the structure of fire dampers are necessary to improve performance and the relevant regulations must be supplemented. Strategies to implement new regulations may include evaluation of the heat-detecting fire dampers and introducing novel equipment for fire-fighting.