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When Does a Building Need Automatic Opening Vents (AOVs)?

Firefighter Extinguishing Burning Wood Pile with Hose in Smoky Environment

In the event of a fire, smoke is often a greater threat to life than flames themselves. That’s why many buildings in the UK are fitted with Automatic Opening Vents (AOVs): systems designed to help control the movement of smoke and hot gases, keeping escape routes clearer for longer. But when exactly does a building […]