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      Fire protection curtains

      Fire protection curtains are seal openings in walls and ceilings in case of fire. The constructional set-up (rolling- or folding technology) and the use of different fabrics offer a wide application spectrum as well as different protection targets or classifications and time classes. Casings and side guides of those flexible applicable systems are integrated almost invisibly in the building and provide much scope for design of sophisticated architecture for opened designs.

    • Conveyor system closures

      Conveyor system closures

      Manifold production - and logisitc processes require different construction types of conveying systems. If the haulage drifts are passing through fire-retarding resp. fire-resisting walls or ceilings, the necessary openings must be provided with fire protection closures to avoid the expansion of the fire by conveyor technique or by conveyed material. In case of fire the conveyor system closures have to seal those openings immediately and automatically. Thereby a classified fire resistance as well as the smoothly clearing of the closing area must be respected in case of release.

    • Smoke curtains

      Smoke curtains

      A smoke curtain is part of unit keeping areas free from smoke and may include building parts like natural smoke and heat venting systems and automatic smoke and heat venting systems. Smoke curtains restrict the movement of fire gases inside a building in case of fire.

    • Smoke protection closures

      Smoke protection closures

      In closed condition smoke protection closures restrict the passage of smoke in the phase of fire formation so as to enable the rescue of people, animals or materials assets in case of a fire in the room positioned behind it without the need of breathing protection.

    • Tube sealings

      Tube sealings

      The solution to problems with fire protection dampers for ventilation and air conditioning systems in conveying processes. Stöbich offers fire protection for pneumatic conveying lines where the closing elements are not exposed to the flow. Thus, damage or contamination of the closure element is avoided by abrasive conveyed goods.

    • Controls

      Controls

      Control systems are necessary for all automatic fire protection systems! They are safety-relevant, because without their function or in the event of a malfunction, the entire investment of a fire protection partition would be useless. Controllers coordinate both fire detection and the interaction with other controls, like superordinate building control or the retraction of the closing area at conveyor closing area.

    • Médiathèque Charles Nègre | Grasse, France

      Médiathèque Charles Nègre | Grasse, France

      The Médiathèque Charles Nègre in Grasse, France, is an impressive example of contemporary architecture that reflects the cultural and historical importance of the region. The information center with space for education, culture and encounters was opened in 2011 and designed by the renowned French architecture firm Marc Barani. The building combines modern aesthetics with the traditional architecture of Provence, creating a harmonious link between old and new, for example by combining modern materials such as glass and steel with local natural stone. The generous window fronts create an atmosphere flooded with light. Ecological sustainability is achieved through natural ventilation and the resulting reduction in energy consumption; green spaces are also integrated on various levels. Our <a href="/us/solutions/fire-protection-curtains/stoebich-fire-smoke-curtain-hc"><b>➥ horizontal Fire and smoke curtain hc</b></a> fire protection curtains fit perfectly into this marvel of contemporary architecture. They securely close the ceiling openings in the event of a fire, but otherwise remain invisible and let in plenty of light and air. Copyright attribution: © Ivry Serres

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Successful combination of aesthetics and fire protection for atriums

Successful combination of aesthetics and fire protection for atriums

function follows form

We have turned this famous statement around. Why? For the sake of architecture and because we love open plan concepts. How the combination of aesthetics and fire protection can be successfully realised in atriums is demonstrated in an impressive manner in the extraordinary new administration building Südwestmetall in Esslingen.

The Südwestmetall building (Association of the Metal and Electrical Industry, Neckar-Fils district group) stands out because of its sophisticated architectural structure. The building interior impresses with its spacious open atrium. The open space spanning several floors require reliable smoke protection and efficient smoke removal in the event of fire. Particularly if the utilisation concept envisages a high concentration of people.

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Perfect fit

Fire protection blends seamlessly into the open plan concept

Beautifully and almost invisibly integrated into the building structure! In this exceptional reference, two pentagonal smoke aprons with various angles provide for aesthetic fire protection without compromising the open architecture.

Aesthetics and fire protection brought in line

The challenge

For the new construction of an office building with event area for the Südwestmetall Neckar-Fils district group at the Esslingen location, the extravagant building envelope was continued inside the building by the elaboration of an open plan concept.

 An atrium that spans all floors connects them via a transversally arranged staircase and serves as a central space with optimal use of daylight. In case of fire, the floors need to be reliably partitioned and shut off to steer and discharge smoke. However, the open plan architecture was to be adhered to by all means.

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Partition-forming smoke apron with folding technique

The solution

The fire protection design is based on an object-specific assessment for possible fire events in the framework of the fire protection concept. It was essential to shield the individual floors to prevent an uncontrolled spreading of smoke. In the event of an alarm, two automatically activated smoke aprons will adapt to the polygonal shape of the atrium. Thanks to being installed in suspended ceilings, the pentagonal and partition-forming systems with five different angles are invisible to persons in the waiting areas, but provide protection in case of emergency. Fire protection that works without standing out. Because we want to offer solutions in structural fire protection, which give architects and planners the opportunity to create a perfect combination of aesthetics and functionality.

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Object: New construction of the office building for Südwestmetall, Esslingen (Germany)

Architect: [fritzen28] architekten Kussinna & Schwarz PartmbB

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