Smoke Control Essentials: Code Requirements and Fire Alarm System Interface

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This presentation covers the different types of smoke control systems required by Section 909 of the International Building Code, how they are configured, and ways they interface with fire alarm systems for manual and automatic control.  

Presenters

Tony Moore

Tony Moore

Manager of Technical Services

Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC

20 years of Industry experience which includes Field installation and service, Design, and applications. NICET Level 3 Fire Alarm Systems

Mark McQuaid

Mark McQuaid

Operations Manager

H.R. Kirkland

Mark has been working with life safety systems since 1990, focusing on their design and installation. He also has experience programming and testing fire alarm and smoke control systems. With a degree in Electrical Engineering, 11 years working as a fire alarm contractor, and over 20 years as a life-safety systems consulting engineer and smoke control system special inspector, Mark brings a wide range of experience to his work.