At PSB-UK Limited once the design of the smoke control system is set out, including the number and type of impulse and extraction fans, independent zones, detection equipment, dampers and other extraction equipment, the control system is must then be designed to ensure correct operation of all the interconnecting elements, dependent upon the operational requirements of the particular project.

The design of the programmable logic control system is carried out internally.  All hardware for the system – PLCs, switches, motor drivers, relays and other panel components are specified, selected and installed into dedicated control panels.  Complex systems may require multiple local panels providing data to a central main panel.

All panels are fully testing in our workshops to ensure the system complies with electrical installation requirements.  Finally, the functionality of the software programme is tested to verify the panel operates as intended.

Once completed, our team of installation engineers will install the panels on site.  When the system is installed and pre-commissioning check are completed, the final commissioning tests are carried out to demonstrate the control system manages the installed equipment as required.

All activities are managed and carried out by our own teams within our site facility in West Yorkshire, UK.  This ensures the greatest possible control during the project design and manufacturing phases and reduces the risk of incorrect control system function.  We are one of the few, if not the only, supplier of smoke control systems which has this capability in-house.

This facility allows our service teams access to full details and data on the design and installation of our systems for future maintenance and servicing of operating systems – providing operators with the confidence that PSB-UK Limited systems continue to be one of the most reliable systems available.