Fire & Smoke Curtains: Advanced Fire & Smoke Control Systems for Modern Buildings
The Role of Fire & Smoke Curtains in Modern Fire Safety
In modern construction, fire safety is no longer optional—it is a critical design requirement.
Kayan Fire & Smoke Curtains are advanced automatic protection systems designed to:
- Automatically deploy during fire emergencies
- Create fire-resistant compartmentation
- Control smoke movement
- Protect escape routes and occupants
These systems remain concealed within ceilings and activate instantly, ensuring full architectural integration without visual impact.
Why Fire & Smoke Curtains Are Essential
During fire incidents, smoke spreads faster than flames and is the leading cause of fatalities.
Kayan systems provide:
- Effective smoke containment
- Fire compartmentation across large openings
- Safe evacuation path protection
- Enhanced firefighting efficiency
- Reduced structural and property damage
They are essential for atria, malls, airports, hospitals, and high-rise buildings.
Smart Automation & System Integration
Kayan Fire & Smoke Curtains are fully integrated with building safety systems:
- Fire Alarm Systems → automatic deployment upon detection
- Firefighting Systems → improved suppression efficiency
- Smoke Management Systems → controlled smoke direction
This ensures coordinated and intelligent fire response.
High-Performance Materials & Technology
Kayan curtains are manufactured using advanced materials:
- High-temperature resistant fiberglass fabric
- Silicone / PU coated for enhanced heat resistance
- Reinforced structural design for durability
- Motorized automatic deployment systems
Engineered to perform under extreme fire conditions.
System Types
Kayan systems are available as:
- Fire Curtains (tested to UL 10D – up to 180 minutes fire resistance)
- Smoke Curtains (tested to UL 1784 – air leakage control)
- Combined Fire & Smoke Curtain Systems
Solutions are selected based on project design and authority requirements.
Performance Highlights
– Fire Resistance Rating: Up to 180 Minutes (UL 10D)
– Air Leakage Performance:
- Maximum allowable: 0.015 m³/s·m² @ 25 Pa (UL 1784)
- Achieved performance: ~0.004 m³/s·m² @ 25 Pa
These values demonstrate high efficiency in smoke containment and fire protection.
Compliance & International Standards
Kayan Fire & Smoke Curtains are independently tested in accordance with internationally recognized standards:
- UL 10D – Fire Tests of Fire-Protective Curtain Assemblies
- UL 1784 – Air Leakage (Smoke Control Performance)
- EN 1634-1 – Fire Resistance Testing
- SASO / Saudi Standards
Designed to comply with: - Saudi Building Code (SBC)
- NFPA 80 & NFPA 105 requirements
Key Advantages for Projects in Saudi Arabia
Kayan systems help you:
- Meet Saudi Civil Defense requirements
- Avoid delays due to safety non-compliance
- Improve project approval success rate
- Ensure reliable fire and smoke protection
Why Kayan?
- Saudi-based company
- Fast supply & execution
- Competitive pricing
- Strong technical support
- Extensive project experience
Conclusion
Fire & Smoke Curtains are a critical life safety system—not an optional feature.
With Kayan, you gain:
- Reliable fire containment
- Advanced smoke control
- Compliance with international standards
- Intelligent automated protection