Advanced Air

The Advanced Air 2530 Motorised Fire Damper functions as a fire protection system which automatically seals fire-rated barriers during alarm activation to stop flame and heat and smoke migration through ventilation ducts. The damper functions for both horizontal and vertical applications to provide dependable protection for commercial and residential and industrial HVAC systems.

The 2530 meets BS EN 15650 requirements through its ES 120 classification under BS EN 13501-3 and its successful testing in both airflow directions according to BS EN 1366-2. The damper achieves 120 minutes of fire integrity and smoke control performance which fulfills all UKCA and CE marking standards.

The 2530 uses an aerodynamic opposed-blade design with double-skinned metal-to-metal seals to achieve low leakage performance at normal and high temperatures. The jackshaft mechanism with electrical thermal fuse (74 °C) operates as a fire safety feature which disconnects the actuator to close the blades in under 15 seconds. The knee-lock mechanism maintains barrier integrity through mechanical operation without depending on actuator torque. The damper automatically reopens after power restoration through a process that takes about 90 seconds.

The 2530 model includes a modulating actuator which enables volume control operation for airflow management during regular system operation. The product exists in Grade 430 stainless steel form for applications that need superior corrosion protection.

The 2530 integrates perfectly with Advanced Air control panels from System 32, 32S and 42 to provide addressable monitoring and remote operation and complete BMS (Building Management System) connectivity. The systems provide easy commissioning and testing and maintenance operations while maintaining complete damper status tracking throughout the building.

Advanced Air delivers complete training programs and technical assistance and installation support to help professionals fulfil performance and regulatory needs for life-safety ventilation systems.

The 2530 is a motorised fire damper designed to close automatically when a fire alarm activates, helping to maintain the integrity of a fire rated barrier and to stop the spread of fire and both hot and cold smoke (including toxic fumes) through ventilation ducts. It offers low leakage at ambient and high temperatures and meets dynamic fire test requirements.

The damper is tested in both directions to BS EN 1366 2 and has an ES 120 classification under BS EN 13501 3. It also complies with BS EN 15650—the harmonised product standard for fire dampers—and is suitable for both horizontal and vertical installations.

Please see the Technical Bulletin for more information.  

The 2530 incorporates an aerodynamic, doubleskinned blade profile with a metaltometal seal and opposedblade operation for low leakage. A unique jackshaft arrangement includes an electrical thermal fuse rated at 74 °C; when this temperature is reached, power to the actuator is disengaged and the blades close within 15 seconds. A kneelock mechanism holds them closed without relying on the actuator. Once power is restored, the damper reopens within 90 seconds.
Does the 2530 include options for volume control and special materials?
Yes. A modulating option allows the damper to function as a volumecontrol device, and Advanced Air offers a stainlesssteel Grade 430 option for environments requiring enhanced corrosion resistance.

The 26SCD Smoke Control Damper is a low leakage damper developed for both commercial and residential smoke extract systems. It is designed to operate quickly (opening or closing within 16 seconds) and to meet the requirements of BS EN 121018 for smoke control dampers. The damper can be used in single or multi compartment applications and is tested to remain open or maintain its integrity in the closed position for two hours.

Please see the Technical Bulletin for more information.  

Advanced Air lists the 26SCD as compliant with BS EN 121018 (the European standard for smoke control dampers) and tested in both directions to BS EN 136610 (smoke control dampers) and BS EN 13662 (fire dampers). This means it is suitable for integration into automatic smoke control systems.

Please see the Technical Bulletin for more information.  

The damper features a power open/power close actuator and offers a modulating actuator option for variable airflow control. It can be mounted in a wall or duct, is rated for system pressures of 500 Pa or 1000 Pa, and has a maximum leakage of 200 m³·h⁻¹·m⁻².

For complex installations, Advanced Air recommends their System 32, System 32S and System 42 addressable control panels, which can control and monitor fire and smoke dampers and integrate with building management systems for remote control and monitoring.

Both the 2530 and 26SCD use opposed blades of double skinned galvanised steel as standard, with Grade 430 stainless steel options for more demanding environments. Single section units are CE certified up to 1000 mm × 1000 mm (rectangular) or 950 mm diameter (circular); larger multi section units are available but may require additional structural support.

Yes. Advanced Air offers installation training through an in house facility to ensure that contractors and specifiers can install their fire and smoke dampers correctly. They also provide installation, operation and maintenance manuals for each product and offer technical support via their control panel systems.

The 0160 is a curtain fire damper designed to maintain the integrity of walls and floors penetrated by ventilation ducts. It uses blades located out of the airstream to minimise pressure drop and is held open by an easy maintenance flat bar fusible link rated at 72 °C. When this temperature is reached, the solder melts, releasing spring loaded blades that close and lock into ramps at the base and sides.

Advanced Air’s curtain dampers are designed to comply with the harmonised standard BS EN 15650, and they have been tested to BS EN 1366 2 for fire resistance. They carry an E 120 classification under BS EN 13501 3, meaning they provide 120 minutes of integrity when correctly installed. The dampers can be installed in vertical or horizontal orientations and are available in galvanised steel or 430 grade stainless steel.

Please see the Technical Bulletin for more information.

The damper features a power open/power close actuator and offers a modulating actuator option for variable airflow control. It can be mounted in a wall or duct, is rated for system pressures of 500 Pa or 1000 Pa, and has a maximum leakage of 200 m³·h⁻¹·m⁻².

For complex installations, Advanced Air recommends their System 32, System 32S and System 42 addressable control panels, which can control and monitor fire and smoke dampers and integrate with building management systems for remote control and monitoring.

Both the 2530 and 26SCD use opposed blades of double skinned galvanised steel as standard, with Grade 430 stainless steel options for more demanding environments. Single section units are CE certified up to 1000 mm × 1000 mm (rectangular) or 950 mm diameter (circular); larger multi section units are available but may require additional structural support.

Yes. Advanced Air offers installation training through an in house facility to ensure that contractors and specifiers can install their fire and smoke dampers correctly. They also provide installation, operation and maintenance manuals for each product and offer technical support via their control panel systems.

The 0160 is a curtain fire damper designed to maintain the integrity of walls and floors penetrated by ventilation ducts. It uses blades located out of the airstream to minimise pressure drop and is held open by an easy maintenance flat bar fusible link rated at 72 °C. When this temperature is reached, the solder melts, releasing spring loaded blades that close and lock into ramps at the base and sides.

Advanced Air’s curtain dampers are designed to comply with the harmonised standard BS EN 15650, and they have been tested to BS EN 1366 2 for fire resistance. They carry an E 120 classification under BS EN 13501 3, meaning they provide 120 minutes of integrity when correctly installed. The dampers can be installed in vertical or horizontal orientations and are available in galvanised steel or 430 grade stainless steel.

Please see the Technical Bulletin for more information.

Single section 0160 dampers range from 100 × 100 mm up to 1000 × 1000 mm, and circular models span Ø100 mm to Ø1000 mm. For sizes exceeding 1000 mm, Advanced Air supplies multi section units. Optional blade status indicators and volume pressure indicators (VPI) can be specified, which may affect minimum sizes but still allow a maximum of 1000 mm × 1000 mm.

Standard blades are single skin 0.8 mm galvanised mild steel, with an option for 0.8 mm 430 grade stainless steel. The casing is 1.2 mm galvanised steel (or 430 grade stainless on request), and the fusible link uses a brass solder designed for release at 72 °C. Heat treated stainless steel coil springs and galvanised mild steel locking ramps complete the assembly.

During fire test certification, the damper meets a leakage requirement of ≤ 300 m³ h⁻¹ m⁻² at 300 Pa. Its maximum operating pressure is 1500 Pa and maximum duct velocity 10 m s⁻¹, making it suitable for a wide range of ventilation systems.

The damper should be tested at least once a year. Advanced Air’s “Easy Maintenance Link” (EML) allows a drop test without removing the damper: pulling the EML’s catch releases the blades, closing the damper; resetting involves lifting the blades back up and re securing the link. This design simplifies routine testing compared with some older curtain dampers.

Please see the Technical Bulletin for more information.

The 0160 series can be fitted with AFS (Advanced Frame System) brackets, drywall plates and HEVAC frames to suit different wall or floor constructions. The AFS frame uses 1.6 mm galvanised mild steel and provides easy fitting into drywall or masonry openings.

Single section dampers (up to 1 × 1 m) are CE certified. Multi section units larger than 1 m may not carry a CE mark and may require additional structural support; designers should consult Advanced Air for appropriate installation guidance.

The 0160 dampers are intended for indoor environments with temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C and are not suitable for corrosive or high humidity areas. The 2530 and 26SCD products similarly note that they are not designed for hostile environments.

Yes. Advanced Air offers installation training at their in house facility. This service helps contractors and building managers ensure that the dampers are fitted correctly and comply with the applicable standards, minimising the risk of improper installation.

Yes. Advanced Air’s 0160 series is manufactured in single sections up to 1000 × 1000 mm (or Ø1000 mm for circular units). For openings larger than that, the company supplies multi section units to achieve the required overall size. Multi section assemblies allow wide ducts to be protected while maintaining compliance.

The 0160 curtain damper carries an E 120 classification under BS EN 13501 3, which signifies that it provides 120 minutes of fire integrity without requiring an insulation rating. It has been tested to BS EN 1366 2 in multiple wall configurations.

Please see the Technical Bulletin for more information.

The damper can be specified with a blade status indicator and/or a volume pressure indicator (VPI). When these options are added, minimum size increases slightly (e.g., 150 × 100 mm with a blade indicator), but the maximum size remains 1000 × 1000 mm.

The 0160 is intended for indoor environments with ambient temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C, and it is not suitable for corrosive or high humidity areas. For more hostile environments, the stainless steel version may provide improved corrosion resistance.

The damper is rated for system pressures up to 1500 Pa and maximum air velocities of 10 m s⁻¹. These limits should be considered when specifying the product for high pressure ductwork.

Advanced Air offers several mounting solutions including the AFS (Advanced Frame System) bracket, a drywall plate, and a HEVAC frame. The AFS bracket, for example, is made from 1.6 mm galvanised steel and provides a robust mounting platform for wall or floor openings.

Yes. While the standard blades are 0.8 mm galvanised mild steel, customers can opt for 430 grade stainless steel blades and casing. The casing can also be specified in 1.2 mm 430 grade stainless steel, offering higher resistance to corrosion.

The 26SCD smoke control damper is supplied with a power open/power close actuator and can also be fitted with a modulating actuator for variable airflow control. This ensures rapid opening and closing (within 16 seconds) and precise control when connected to automatic smoke control systems.

The 26SCD has a maximum leakage of 200 m³ h⁻¹ m⁻², making it a low leakage choice for smoke extract ducts. It is rated for system pressures of 500 Pa or 1000 Pa, depending on the selected configuration.

Yes. Advanced Air lists a modulating actuator option for the 26SCD, enabling it to regulate airflow and serve as a controllable smoke vent in smoke management systems. This option is particularly useful in engineered smoke control systems that require variable damper positions based on sensor inputs or control logic.

The 0400 MAN is a circular curtain fire damper designed for ducts passing through walls. It uses a mechanical fuse thread that melts at 72 °C, releasing a spring loaded blade to close and maintain the wall’s fire integrity. The damper is suited to commercial, residential and healthcare applications and carries both UKCA and CE certification.

One of the 0400 MAN’s key features is that it is externally resettable—after a test or activation, the spring loaded blade can be reset from outside the duct without dismantling the unit. This ease of reset makes routine testing simpler.

Yes. The damper blade can be held fully open or partially open to function as a volume control device. This provides a simple way to regulate airflow while still meeting fire safety requirements.

The minimum diameter is Ø100 mm and the maximum is Ø315 mm. The damper is tested to BS EN 1366 2 in both directions, complies with BS EN 15650, and has an E 120 classification under BS EN 13501 3 (two hours of fire integrity).

Please see the Technical Bulletin for more information.

Its double skinned blades are made from 1.2 mm mild steel with a fire retardant gasket between each blade; a 430 grade stainless steel option is available. The case uses 0.9 mm galvanised steel and is mounted in a 1.2 mm galvanised frame. Case leakage is DW144 Class C for Ø100 and Ø125 mm units and Class B for larger sizes, while blade leakage is Class 2 for Ø100–300 mm and Class 3 for Ø315 mm.

The 0400 FME is a motorised fire damper that closes within 16 seconds of receiving an alarm and keeps the duct sealed to prevent the spread of fire and cold smoke. It uses a spring return actuator and an electrical thermal fuse rated at 72 °C; when the fuse melts, power to the actuator is cut and the blade springs closed in about 15 seconds. By contrast, the manual 0400 MAN uses a mechanical fuse thread and must be reset manually.

Like the 0400 MAN, the FME version is tested to BS EN 1366 2, complies with BS EN 15650, and carries an ES 120 classification under BS EN 13501 3. The “ES” classification indicates that it provides both fire integrity and reduced smoke leakage.

Please see the Technical Bulletin for more information.

The 0400 FME closes within 15–16 seconds after the thermal fuse activates and opens fully in about 90 seconds when power is restored. This rapid operation makes it suitable for applications where prompt closure is essential to prevent smoke spread.

The 0400 FME closes within 15–16 seconds after the thermal fuse activates and opens fully in about 90 seconds when power is restored. This rapid operation makes it suitable for applications where prompt closure is essential to prevent smoke spread.

The FME damper is available from Ø100 mm to Ø315 mm. It is rated for duct velocities up to 10m s⁻¹ and duct pressures up to 10000 Pa (10 kPa)—significantly higher than many rectangular dampers—making it suitable for high pressure smoke control systems.

Yes. Advanced Air provides installation, operation and maintenance manuals for each model and offers in house training so installers and commissioning engineers can correctly fit and maintain the dampers. Training ensures compliance with BS EN 15650 and the damper’s Declaration of Performance.

The 0400 MAN is a circular curtain fire damper designed for ducts passing through walls. It uses a mechanical fuse thread that melts at 72 °C, releasing a spring loaded blade to close and maintain the wall’s fire integrity. The damper is suited to commercial, residential and healthcare applications and carries both UKCA and CE certification.

One of the 0400 MAN’s key features is that it is externally resettable—after a test or activation, the spring loaded blade can be reset from outside the duct without dismantling the unit. This ease of reset makes routine testing simpler.

Yes. The damper blade can be held fully open or partially open to function as a volume control device. This provides a simple way to regulate airflow while still meeting fire safety requirements.