Within minutes, visibility can be reduced to near zero, disorientating occupants and hindering safe evacuation. At the same time, rising levels of carbon monoxide and other toxic gases significantly increase the risk of serious injury or worse. Maintaining a clear, low-smoke layer is critical to preserving tenable conditions for both occupants and emergency responders.
Smoke and Heat Exhaust Ventilation (SHEV) systems are designed to address this challenge. By extracting smoke and hot gases at high level, these systems help to maintain visibility at floor level, supporting safer evacuation and more effective firefighting operations.
EBSA partners with LAMILUX and D+H to deliver proven smoke control and daylighting solutions across Australia and New Zealand. Together, these systems combine high-performance operable rooflights, hatches and intelligent control systems to support safe, compliant building design.
Key system features include:
• Fail-safe smoke relief
• Fire alarm integration
• 72-hour battery backup
• Compliance with relevant Australian and New Zealand standards
Smoke safety is not a secondary consideration. It is a fundamental part of building performance.
