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N26 FIRE/SMOKE CURTAINS....................................................................................1

N26.1000 SCOPE, SUBMITTALS, TESTING AND PERFORMANCE ............................. 1

N26.1100 SPECIFICATION AND SCOPE ....................................................................................... 1

N26.1101 Descriptive Works..........................................................................................................................................................................1
N26.1102 Scope of Works..............................................................................................................................................................................1
N26.1103 Particular Interfaces .......................................................................................................................................................................1

N26.1200 SYSTEM TYPES ................................................................................................................ 1

N26.1201 Type SPE-01 SmokeCurtain.......................................................................................................................................................1

N26.1300 SUBMITTALS AND TESTING .......................................................................................... 1

Tender Submittals .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1
N26.1301 Tender Response ...........................................................................................................................................................................1
Samples, Mock-ups, Prototypes and Quality Benchmarks ................................................................................................. 2
N26.1302 Pre-contract Samples ...................................................................................................................................................................2
N26.1303 Post Contract Samples ................................................................................................................................................................2
N26.1304 Mock-ups..........................................................................................................................................................................................2
N26.1305 Prototypes ........................................................................................................................................................................................2
N26.1306 Benchmark Requirements............................................................................................................................................................2
Testing............................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
N26.1307 Test Requirements .........................................................................................................................................................................2

N26.1400 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS................................................................................ 3

Smoke Performance ...................................................................................................................................................................... 3
N26.1401 Smoke Curtains ..............................................................................................................................................................................3
N26.1402 Curtain Operation...........................................................................................................................................................................3
Structural .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
N26.1403 Dead and Live Loadings ...............................................................................................................................................................4
N26.1404 Movements.......................................................................................................................................................................................4
Fire ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
N26.1405 Classification ...................................................................................................................................................................................4
N26.1406 Fire Cavity Barriers.........................................................................................................................................................................4
Durability........................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
N26.1407 General .............................................................................................................................................................................................4

N26.2000 SYSTEMS, MATERIALS AND FABRICATION .................................................. 4

N26.2100 SYSTEMS ........................................................................................................................... 4

N26.2101 Type SPE-01 Smoke Curtains ...................................................................................................................................................4

N26.2200 MATERIALS ........................................................................................................................ 5

N26.2201 Framework........................................................................................................................................................................................5
N26.2203 Metalwork .........................................................................................................................................................................................5
N26.2204 Mild Steel Sections........................................................................................................................................................................5

N26.3000 SITE INSTALLATION............................................................................................. 6

N26.3100 WORKMANSHIP ............................................................................................................... 6

N26.3101 General .............................................................................................................................................................................................6
N26.3102 Workmanship ..................................................................................................................................................................................6
N26.3103 Materials............................................................................................................................................................................................6

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N26 FIRE/SMOKE CURTAINS

To be read in conjunction with Section A and other related sections of the Specification, Preliminaries
and Contract Conditions.

N26.1000 SCOPE, SUBMITTALS, TESTING AND PERFORMANCE

N26.1100 SPECIFICATION AND SCOPE

N26.1101 Descriptive Works
a) For design and general performance requirements, refer to Section A of the Specification.
Specific performance requirements are provided in each trade section.
b) Complete the Detailed Design, supply, install and warrant the works complying with the visual
intent indicated on the Design Drawings and criteria stated in the Specification.
c) Where no product or supplier is indicated in the Specification, propose suitable materials and
systems prior to Contract award which comply with the visual intent and performance criteria
stated and remain fully responsible for the Detailed Design of the works.
d) Where a particular product or supplier is indicated in the Specification, complete the installation
using that product, or such other confirmed as acceptable by the Architect in writing, whilst
remaining fully responsible for the Detailed Design of all fixings and associated works to provide
a safe and warranted installation.
N26.1102 Scope of Works
This section of the Specification, when read in conjunction with the Design Drawings, provides
particular requirements with respect to the following:
a) Smoke and fire curtains.
b) Electronic control equipment, including:
i) Fire/smoke alarms.
ii) Zone control panel.
iii) Master emergency power unit connected to both mains fused spur and slave emergency
power units.
iv) Motor control relays.
v) Electromechanical distance travel/limit switches plus auto-sensing limits and all fail-safe
braking systems.
vi) Variable speed drive system to provide adjustable descent speeds for safety in use.
vii) BMS link.

N26.1103 Particular Interfaces

a) Complete the Detailed Design of all interfaces with adjoining trades prior to commencement of
manufacture.
b) Ensure that all interfaces are fully co-ordinated prior to commencement.

N26.1200 SYSTEM TYPES

N26.1201 Type SPE-01 Smoke Curtain
Automatic smoke curtain system fitted above suspended ceiling void and adjacent/above wall types
IWS-01 and IWS-04 in accordance with the requirements of the fire strategy report and in locations
identified on the MEP’S smoke control systems drawings.

N26.1300 SUBMITTALS AND TESTING

Tender Submittals

N26.1301 Tender Response

a) Provide tender submittals in accordance with the requirements of Section A.4000 of the
Specification.

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b) Submit a design response with the Tender proposal, to include all profiles of typical conditions,
with dimensions.
c) The Tender design response shall include:
i) Samples where specified.
ii) List of Tests included.
iii) QA/QC programme.
iv) List of proposed Working Drawings.
v) Summary of deviations from the Specification.
vi) Outline technical specifications reflecting proposed materials/systems.
vii) A list of proposed suppliers and sub-contractors intended to be used.
Samples, Mock-ups, Prototypes and Quality Benchmarks

N26.1302 Pre-contract Samples

Sufficient samples of the following, including relevant trade literature and technical specifications,
shall be provided in accordance with Section A.4000:
a) PVDF finish. Colour to be confirmed by the CA
b) Curtain material 600mm x 600mm.
c) Guide 300mm length.
d) Top box section 300mm length.
e) Bottom retainer section 300mm length.
f) Control panel.

N26.1303 Post Contract Samples

In accordance with Section A.4000, post contract samples of the following shall be provided:
a) PVDF finish.
b) Curtain material 600mm x 600mm.
c) Guide 300mm length.
d) Top box section 300mm length.
e) Bottom retainer section 300mm length.
f) Control panel.

N26.1304 Mock-ups
A mock-up shall be provided in accordance with Section A.4000 as follows:
Extent and location of mock up to be agreed with the CA.

N26.1305 Prototypes
A prototype shall be provided in accordance with Section A.4000 as follows:
a) Allow for an inspection of a similar installation of a smoke curtain or provide a prototype of each,
which when accepted can be incorporated in the works.

N26.1306 Benchmark Requirements

The following quality benchmarks shall be provided in accordance with Section A.4000:
a) An area determined by the Architect of each element of the works fully installed, completed and
accepted by the Architect.
Testing

N26.1307 Test Requirements

Provide full test documentation to prove that the works comply with the specified performance
requirements together with a written statement of compliance to each aspect with cross reference to
specific Test Data.

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N26.1400 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Smoke Performance

N26.1401 Smoke Curtains

The automatic smoke curtains shall provide performance in accordance with BS 7346: Part 3. Co-
ordinate the installation of the works in conjunction with the Suspended Ceilings and the primary
structure and walling systems such that the smoke and fire integrity of the systems are maintained at
all times.

N26.1402 Curtain Operation

a) Each automatic smoke curtain shall be designed so that it assumes its operational position on
the detection of smoke.
b) All automatic smoke curtains shall have gravity fail-safe (as required by the latest BSI dictates
and new draft European standards for Life Safety Application) to their operational position on
the loss of power, if:
i) The signal to the Alarm Interface Panel from the main alarm system is interrupted.
ii) The signal to the Emergency Power Unit is interrupted or severed.
iii) The power for the Emergency Power Unit to Relays or the Motor is interrupted.
iv) Any wiring is corrupted.
c) The curtains shall commence movement upon initiation failure and move to the fire operational
position within 60 seconds, in all operating modes, at a velocity range of between 0.06m/sec to
0.30m/sec. Barriers/curtains which may be located in critical areas such as escape routes,
entrances, exits and stairways, shall have a velocity range of 0.06 to 0.15m/sec. Operating
speeds in all standard operating modes, i.e. mains/emergency powered descent and ascent
and gravity fail-safe, shall be on site adjustable to speeds dictated by the Authorities for safety
in use, according to the location and nature/function of each unit.
d) The curtains shall have built-in protection in the event that they are prevented from ascending to
the up/retracted position or descending to the fire operational system. This shall ensure that the
curtains are always in the required position and avoid damage to the operating mechanism and
surrounding finishes.
e) The curtains shall be tested as a complete assembly in the orientation and standard use of the
application and installation and to operate with a range of bottom bar weights up to 10kgs per
linear metre to avoid deflection (especially on smaller curtains) as required by BRE 368 Design
Methodologies for SHEVS, prEN 12101: Parts 1 and 5 and Fire Research Station Document
No. N35/97.
f) The curtains and bottom bars shall be suitably weighted to ensure edge gap compliance at all
times to the requirements of BS 7346: Part 3. The curtains and bottom bars shall be suitably
weighted to ensure that the smoke layer depth protection is maintained even in high airflow and
air pressure in order to ensure that the system avoids deflection caused by air pressure/speeds
due to temperature rise in the smoke layer.
g) The primary bottom bar device shall be tested to FR requirements prEN 12101: Part 1 and BS
7346: Part 3 as part of a complete assembly.
h) Where multiple curtains are used to form a smoke reservoir, each curtain shall be linked with
mutual operation such that when one curtain is down, all curtains are down.
i) Submit proposals for both the bottom bar and the ceiling interfaces ensuring that the design
can accommodate ceiling variances and the additional weight during final SHEVS
commissioning.
j) The gaps around all edges shall be minimised to be as small as practicable to keep smoke
seepage to a minimum.
k) The design of all moving parts, bearings, fastenings and other components of the operating
mechanisms and the materials for which they are constructed shall ensure satisfactory
operation of the automatic smoke curtains during their expected lifetime, which shall not be less
than 10 years, as recommended by BS 7346.
l) The activating mechanism of each of the smoke curtains shall be operated by a signal from a
smoke detection/fire alarm system or other means to ensure that the curtains assume their
operational position at the earliest opportunity in the event of a fire. Overriding controls shall be

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provided as part of the control system linked back to the BMS.

m) All materials used in the construction of smoke curtains shall be impervious to smoke, shall not
add to the fire risk in the building, nor contribute significantly to a fire during use.
n) The alarm interface panel shall be retractable and shall allow for manual switching to allow the
testing of the descent of the curtains.
Structural

N26.1403 Dead and Live Loadings

The works shall withstand without detriment their own dead load and the various loadings imposed by
other trades, including fittings that are fixed to, pass through or are connected to the works. Bracing,
strengthening and support work, including fixing rails shall be provided as required.

N26.1404 Movements
a) The works shall be designed, fabricated and installed to withstand all movement of the building
structure without damage or detriment.
b) Note the requirements of the Structural Movement and Tolerances Report prepared by the
Structural Engineer.
Fire
Refer to the Fire Strategy Report.

N26.1405 Classification
It shall be ensured that the works are classified as ‘materials of limited combustibility’ as defined in
the Building Regulations. The works shall also have a Class 1 rating when tested in accordance with
BS 476: Parts 6 and 7.

N26.1406 Fire Cavity Barriers

a) Barriers shall be located and provided above all smoke curtains as indicated on the Design
Drawings.
b) Barriers shall be fixed securely at perimeters and joints and as necessary to ensure permanent
stability and continuity with no gaps, thus providing a complete barrier to smoke.
Durability

N26.1407 General
The works shall be suitable for the intended use and perform satisfactorily for the full design life.

N26.2000 SYSTEMS, MATERIALS AND FABRICATION

N26.2100 SYSTEMS
N26.2101 Type SPE-01 Smoke Curtains
Fire resistant fabric smoke curtains on motor activated steel roller systems with curtain casing/head
box enclosure and electronic control equipment, concealed within suspended ceiling system fitted at
finished ceiling level below the service zone as indicated on the design drawings. System to include
treated solid hardwood panel above finished ceiling level with fire resistant board behind as indicated
on the design drawings. Hardwood veneer to match appearance of timber screen IWS-01. Smoke
curtain side guide rails to be incorporated to IWS-01, refer to section H11. Ensure smoke tight seal
between curtain casing, adjacent construction and around services where they pass through the
hardwood timber panel as specified herein. Refer to section Z10 for timber joinery.
a) Fabric:
i) The curtains’ fabric shall comprise satin weave glass fibre with a special aluminium
reflective coating to provide 1 hour fire resistance and ½ hour integrity at 1000° C (to BS
476: Part 20). Colour to be confirmed by CA.
ii) A weighted bottom bar shall be attached to the foot of the fabric, which will recess into
the shadow gap (as indicated on the Design Drawings) of the suspended ceilings when in
the retracted position and shall aid gravity fail-safe during descent and control curtain
deflection when in operation.

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iii) Fabric shall be tested as part of the complete assembly in the orientation and standard
use of their application and installation and shall comply with the requirements of BS
7346: Part 3 and the FR test for prEN 12101: Part 1.
b) Finish to Visible Metal Elements:
i) PVDF coated standard RAL colour. Refer to section Z32.
ii) Sample to be accepted.

N26.2200 MATERIALS
N26.2201 Framework
a) The secondary framework shall be PVDF coated mild steel supplied by the manufacturer of the
smoke curtain, to suit their system. All fixings to visible areas shall be agreed prior to
manufacture.
b) Where Site welding is required it is to be by the process known as manual metal arc fusion
welding and is to be carried out by welders tested in accordance with BS EN 1101. Welds are
to be continuous utilising material and techniques suitable to the sections being assembled.
Weld finishes shall be smooth where they are visible.
c) All fixings shall be of sufficient strength for their purpose.
d) Fabrication and erection tolerances shall be as follows:
i) Horizontal alignment shall not exceed + 0 or -3mm per 3.6 metres. This shall be non-
cumulative from the set datum line.
ii) No single piece part shall be out of alignment with any other single piece part by more
than 1mm per metre run when viewed vertically, horizontally, or laterally.

N26.2203 Metalwork
Where possible, metalwork assembly shall take place in properly equipped workshops with sitework
restricted to fixing.

N26.2204 Mild Steel Sections

a) All mild steel shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of BS 5950: Part 1 and
BS EN 1993: Parts 1-5 where applicable, unless stated otherwise.
b) Before and after making permanent connections in frames and other structural elements, which
are assembled before delivery to Site, the fit shall be checked by the Contractor for accuracy.
c) Distortion: Welding procedures shall be such that distortion is reduced to a minimum and local
distortion rendered negligible in the final fabrication. Corrections if necessary shall be
undertaken by a method that has been accepted.
d) No welds other than those shown on the Working Drawings, which have been reviewed without
objection, even for temporary attachments or repairs, shall be placed without agreement. If
welded temporary connections are agreed upon then their welding and removal shall be in
accordance with BS EN 1011.
e) Holes in Hollow Sections: Vent holes in hollow sections shall be sealed to prevent the ingress
of moisture. The proposed method of achieving this requirement shall be submitted for review
by the Contractor.
f) Surface Preparation:
i) Surface preparation shall be such as to remove all rust, scale and surface contamination
to leave a surface equivalent in cleanliness to Sa 2.5 quality of Swedish standard SIS 05-
59-00 (BS EN ISO 8501: Part 1).
ii) Whereas in general it would be expected that this would be achieved by acid pickling, in
cases where the presence of paint, oil, grease, welding slag, etc. would render this
ineffective, and in all weld areas, the steel would be expected to have been locally blast
cleaned to Sa 2.5 quality of Swedish Standard SIS 05-59-00 (BS EN ISO 8501: Part 1).
iii) Galvanising shall be in accordance with BS EN ISO 1461 giving a minimum coating
weight of 610 g/m².
iv) Steel shall be post treated after galvanising, if required, to ensure that the thickness of
galvanising on the steelwork is as specified above.

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N26.3000 SITE INSTALLATION

N26.3100 WORKMANSHIP
N26.3101 General
Install the works in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

N26.3102 Workmanship
a) All workmanship shall be of a high standard using fully proven practices.
b) The setting out of the works shall be accurate and in accordance with the Design Drawings. All
dimensions shall be checked on site prior to manufacturing and any discrepancies notified. The
setting out of the works shall ensure that in all cases they are square to the building grid unless
otherwise indicated on the Design Drawings.
c) All joints within the works shall be horizontal or vertical, with all edges and joints square, unless
otherwise indicated on the Design Drawings.
d) The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that any moulding deflections and distortion
characteristics are allowed for in the pattern making so as to achieve the finished form indicated
on the Design Drawings.

N26.3103 Materials
Use materials, fixers, sealing and finishing materials that satisfy current environmental legislation and
do not give off emissions of any sort that may be considered harmful. Also, replacement should not
cause harm or nuisance to the building users.

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