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Lets the light in and the smoke out
06 December 2016
Bilco have introduced a stylish new product to their range of smoke vents and access products. Combining the benefits of a skylight with the performance and certification (CE marked) of a natural smoke and heat and exhaust ventilator, the SKY-1M is suitable for situations where a smoke vent is required, but the project also calls for allowing natural light into a stairwell.
With an internal dimension of 1000mm x 1500mm, the SKY-1M is a fully tested CE marked product giving a 1m² clear vent area. Manufactured with a white PPC finish for all PVC and metal profiles, the SKY-1M has a sliding cover which opens to the fire open position within 60 seconds and comprises a double layer thermoformed polycarbonate dome (tested for impact resistance to EN 1873 Class SB1200) assembled on a fully welded PVC frame in which a double layer security glass (classified 2(B02 according to EN 12600:2004) has been inserted.
The cover also features an extruded EPDM rubber gasket to ensure a continuous seal when compressed in the front and in the back of the vent. The curb is 250mm in height and is manufactured in a double layer (internal and external) polyester resin reinforced with fibreglass and is also supplied with a 150mm flange with pre-drilled 9mm holes for easy installation to the roof deck/upstand. The SKY-1M can also be used in a situation where a powered access solution is required.
