Smokeshield® Elevator Smoke Containment System

Elevator Smoke Door

Model Number: ERF10

In the event of a fire, elevator shafts are like funnels, drawing in smoke and feeding flames. The SmokeShield® Elevator Smoke Curtain, powered by our patented GuideLock™ technology, operates after each elevator cycle to seal off hoistways, effectively containing smoke and preventing its spread throughout a building.

Industry-Leading Smoke and Fire Protection

Strategically designed for multistory residential and commercial structures, the SmokeShield Elevator Curtain is an essential part of fire safety plans. Named the 2023 Best Fire Safety System by American Security Today (AST), its innovative design draws on our century-long experience of developing fire protection and safety solutions.

Smoke Containment System Technology

The SmokeShield Elevator Smoke Curtain works hand-in-hand with a building's fire safety equipment. Complying with I nternational Building Code (IBC) standards, it ensures effective containment of smoke and flames with a variety of architectural considerations in mind.

Emergency controls on the smoke curtain allow first responders and occupants to exit during emergencies. When activated, the curtain rises, giving occupants 10 seconds to leave. The door then closes until the alarms are turned off.

Customizable Design

Elevator smoke doors directly install on masonry, drywall, or wood. Customize header and guide colors to complement the design and style. Or, you match the shade to the mounting material for a low-profile look.

For a precise fit, our experts will tailor each smoke curtain to the specific dimensions of your opening. Elevator shafts measuring up to 12 feet in width and 12 feet in length can be accommodated. An optional compact design requires only 10 inches of ceiling space, offering a practical solution for applications with limited headroom.

Get a Free Quote on the SmokeShield Elevator Curtain

Create your custom SmokeShield elevator smoke curtain directly in our Architect Portal. We've included various resources and expert design functionalities to generate accurate drawings and dimensions. You can also contact a member of our team for assistance online, by calling 800-294-4358, or by visiting your nearest authorized Cookson dealer.

Explore all available SmokeShield Elevator Smoke Curtain features and options.

Technical Detail Information:
SmokeShield Elevator Brochure & Details Sheet Architectural Assistance

A Complete Seal When You Need It Most

The Cookson SmokeShield Elevator is an advanced failsafe technology that stops hoistway smoke migration in its tracks and positively reseals the curtain after each cycle. The transparent barrier features colorful and intuitive graphics that direct evacuees to use the stairs and provides occupants, first responders, and rescue personnel with clear instructions for operation.

To open the SmokeShield Elevator, one simply pushes the button located at the curtain center. The curtain will rise and stay up for approximately 10 seconds before automatically reclosing. A failsafe, monitored battery backup system assures curtain cycling capability in the event of a power failure. The SmokeShield Elevator Smoke Curtain can be wired directly to a backup system if desired. As a final life safety redundancy, occupants or responders can use an ADA compliant manual lift feature for access to and from the elevator car.

Versatile Smoke Curtains for Elevators Built to Your Dimensions

This elevator smoke containment system is manufactured to your custom specifications and accommodates openings up to 12 feet high by 12 feet wide. The curtain and the operating system, including the controls, junction box, and reserve battery system, all fit into the head box and require only 7.25 inches of headroom for installation.

Depending on your building design and preference, you can integrate the SmokeShield Elevator smoke curtain into the surrounding wood, drywall, or masonry fascia for maximum concealment. In addition to a wide choice of powder coat finishes, you may select exposed guide hardware in a durable anodized finish that matches #4 brushed stainless steel for added aesthetic appeal.

Request a Quote for a Custom Elevator Smoke Containment System

At Cookson, we are your custom smoke curtain manufacturer with over 100 years of experience designing innovative products for commercial fire safety. Visit your local Cookson dealer to learn more about our SmokeShield Elevator smoke containment system or contact us to request a quote.

Sizes

The SmokeShieldElevator has a UL listing for hoistway openings up to 12’ wide and 12’ high. The headbox of the closure fits into less than 10” of headroom – smaller than any other smoke closure solution available today.

Usage

This product is intended for emergency use only. The on-board battery back-up is capable of cycling the system for up to 10 hours in the event of power loss.

Standard Materials & Finishes

The SmokeShield Elevator comes with galvanized steel guides, bottom bars, brackets, and hood in RAL 9010 white powder coat and RAL 7021 black grey finish as standard.

Operation

The SmokeShield Elevator deploys when notified by the fire alarm control panel or local smoke detectors and is reopened by pushing the curtain-mounted switch. Primary power is backed up by a 10 hour battery backup operational system. In the event of complete power loss, the curtain may be lifted by using the ADA compliant emergency lift strap located at the bottom of the curtain.

Wire Directly

This option allows the SmokeShield Elevator enclosure to be wired directly into an emergency back-up power source.

Finishes

Custom powder coat available.

Wire Directly

This option allows the SmokeShield Elevator enclosure to be wired directly into an emergency back-up power source.

Specification Sheets

Smokeshield Elevator Specification

BIM Objects

SmokeShield Elevator Face Of Wall

Drawing Generator

While the drawing generator is not available for this product, please contact our ADS department for drawings and technical details about the elevavor smoke containment system.

Codes & Listings

ISO 9001:2008
Buy America Compliance
LEED® Compliance

See Codes and Listings page for detailed information.

Generate a CAD Drawing

SmokeShield Elevator Install Manual

Smokeshield Elevator Smoke Curtain Technical Detail Sheet

SmokeShield Elevator Smoke Curtain Feature Sheet

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