What is smoke control CFD simulation?

Smoke control CFD simulation uses computational fluid dynamics to model fire dynamics, smoke movement, and ventilation performance in buildings. We use NIST Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) to predict smoke behavior, visibility levels, and temperature distributions for fire safety design and building regulations compliance.

What is NIST FDS CFD modeling?

NIST Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) is the world's leading fire modeling software for CFD simulation. FDS uses advanced computational fluid dynamics to model fire behavior, smoke production, heat transfer, and combustion processes. Our experts use FDS for professional smoke control design and fire safety engineering.

Why choose CFD for smoke control design?

CFD simulation provides accurate, quantified predictions of smoke behavior that simple calculations cannot achieve. CFD modeling allows optimization of smoke ventilation systems, validates design performance, and provides detailed visualizations for building control approval and regulatory compliance.

What building regulations does CFD simulation support?

Our CFD simulation services support UK building regulations including Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991, and BS 7346 standards. CFD modeling provides performance-based evidence for smoke control system design and helps demonstrate compliance with fire safety requirements.

Smoke control CFD simulation visualization

Expert smoke control CFD analysis
from simulation to buildable design.

25+ years in engineering. 8 years specializing in smoke control.

I know the regulations, the practicalities, and how to deliver designs that meet building control requirements.

Let's Talk About Your Project

Technical Expertise Meets Real-World Experience

With over 25 years in engineering and 8 years specializing in smoke control, I've worked on smoke ventilation systems from initial CFD analysis through to construction documentation, regulatory approval, and final commissioning.

That means I understand the practical constraints: budget, buildability, systems integration, and what building control actually wants to see. I use NIST Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) because it's proven and defensible, but more importantly, I know how to explain the results in a way that gets your project approved.

Fully Insured

£1M Professional Indemnity insurance. Your project is protected.

Regulatory Expert

Deep knowledge of UK regulations: ADB, BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 7346.

Collaborative

I work with your architects, MEP, and fire engineers, not against them.

What I Do

From initial design through to building control approval, I handle the complete smoke control CFD analysis process.

CFD Simulation & Analysis

I model your building using NIST FDS to predict smoke movement, temperatures, and visibility. You get detailed simulations for multiple fire scenarios with clear visualizations that show exactly what's happening.

Fire dynamics modeling with FDS
Smoke layer height & visibility analysis
Temperature mapping & tenability
3D animations & visualizations

Design Integration

CFD results are only useful if they lead to a buildable design. I work with your team to translate simulation findings into practical ventilation solutions that fit your architecture, budget, and timeline.

Ventilation system sizing & layout
Natural & mechanical system options
Coordination with architects & MEP
Design optimization for cost & performance

Regulatory Approval

I prepare reports formatted specifically for building control and fire authorities. Clear language, transparent assumptions, and professional presentation designed for streamlined approval.

Building control submission reports
ADB, BS 9999, BS 9991 compliance
Response to authority queries
Model files for third-party review

How It Works

A straightforward process from initial brief to approved design.

Send Me Your Brief

Email me your building drawings, proposed fire scenarios, and deadline. I'll review and respond within 24 hours with a scoped proposal including deliverables and fee estimate.

QDR: Qualitative Design Review

Before running simulations, I prepare a Qualitative Design Review documenting the proposed approach, fire scenarios, acceptance criteria, and modeling methodology. This gets reviewed and approved by building control or the fire authority before I proceed.

I Build & Run the Models

With the QDR approved, I create the geometry, set up fire scenarios, and run the simulations. You'll get draft visualizations mid-way through for feedback, no surprises at the end.

You Get Professional Reports

Full report with analysis, visualizations, and recommendations formatted for building control submission. Plus model files if needed for third-party review.

Support Through Approval

If building control or fire authorities have queries, I respond directly. Design changes? I'll re-run simulations as needed. You're not left hanging.

Let's Talk About Your Project

Send me a brief outline: building type, drawings (PDFs or DWGs), fire scenarios you're considering, and your timeline. I'll review it and get back to you within 24 hours with a clear proposal covering scope, deliverables, timeline, and cost.

Rob Cull

Smoke Control CFD Specialist

rob@smokesim.co.uk

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Expert smoke control CFD analysis from simulation to buildable design.

Technical Expertise Meets Real-World Experience

Fully Insured

Regulatory Expert

Collaborative

What I Do

CFD Simulation & Analysis

Design Integration

Regulatory Approval

How It Works

Send Me Your Brief

QDR: Qualitative Design Review

I Build & Run the Models

You Get Professional Reports

Support Through Approval

Let's Talk About Your Project

Expert smoke control CFD analysis
from simulation to buildable design.