Understanding What Duct Smoke Detectors Actually Do When people hear about fire alarms, they mostly think of wall-mounted smoke detectors. But there is another type that often goes unnoticed, the duct smoke detectors. These are hidden deep inside the air ducts of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Their main job is simple yet very […]
When fire safety is on people’s minds, they usually picture alarms on walls or the ceiling. But there is another kind of safety device that most people forget, i.e. duct smoke detectors. These detectors are designed specifically for HVAC systems. Why? Because smoke can travel through building air ducts very fast, sometimes even before the […]
Introduction In the realm of fire protection, the smallest miscalculations can lead to huge catastrophes. The biggest miscalculation? Ignoring the importance of duct smoke detectors in a commercial HVAC system. While smoke detectors are common in rooms and hallways, many people don’t understand that air ducts can spread smoke faster than flames risking people’s lives […]