Smoke Control
Atrium and stairwell smoke control system sizing
Beta module: functional, with verification in progress.
Code references
Inputs
| Parameter | Unit |
|---|---|
| System Mode | — |
| Atrium Length | m |
| Atrium Width | m |
| Atrium Height | m |
| Design Fire HRR | kW |
| Number of Doors | - |
| Sprinklered Building? | — |
| Stairwell Height | m |
| Design Clear Height | m |
| Door Width | m |
| Door Height | m |
| Total Leakage Area | m² |
Runs in the Insha by Schnell workspace. Verified calculators return explicit pass / fail / warning results with a clause trail.
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Insha by Schnell is in beta. All calculator outputs require review by a licensed SCE-registered engineer before submission to MOMRA, Civil Defense, MODON, the Royal Commission, or site execution.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Smoke Control calculator do?
- Atrium and stairwell smoke control system sizing. It references NFPA 92.
- Which Saudi Building Code references does the Smoke Control calculator use?
- The Smoke Control calculator references NFPA 92.
- What inputs does the Smoke Control calculator need?
- The Smoke Control calculator takes 12 inputs: System Mode, Atrium Length (m), Atrium Width (m), Atrium Height (m), Design Fire HRR (kW), Number of Doors, Sprinklered Building?, Stairwell Height (m), Design Clear Height (m), Door Width (m), Door Height (m), Total Leakage Area (m²).
- Is the Smoke Control calculator verified?
- Smoke Control is a beta module. It works, but verification is still in progress. Its results carry documented limitations and require review by a licensed SCE-registered engineer before submission or site execution.