In modern building design, fire safety shouldn’t compromise aesthetics. With Krystalite, our architectural smoke ventilation solution, that principle is brought to life. As an advanced glazed louvre AOV smoke ventilator, Krystalite delivers essential protection in the event of a fire while enhancing the beauty and sustainability of commercial and residential buildings.
Krystalite is a next-generation smoke ventilation system engineered to integrate seamlessly into façades, curtain walls, and roof structures. It offers sleek design, tested performance, and versatile functionality, perfectly blending compliance with architectural appeal.
The Krystalite AOV glazed louvred ventilator is used for smoke and natural ventilation across a wide range of buildings, including residential (especially mid- and high-rise apartments), schools and colleges, hotels, and care homes. Typical locations include end-of-corridor smoke vents, stair cores and lobbies, communal areas and atria, and façade-mounted openings where an architecturally neat, compliant AOV is required.
Unlike traditional smoke ventilators, Krystalite is designed as part of the architectural vision, with customisable finishes and sizes to match a wide variety of building types. For full specification, visit the Krystalite product page.
Every AOV system must provide reliable performance when it matters most. Activated by smoke detection or a central fire panel, Krystalite opens automatically to release smoke and heat, helping to keep escape routes clear and assisting emergency services.
Fully compliant with BS EN 12101-2 and Approved Document B, Krystalite offers confidence for architects, contractors, and developers. Detailed specification data and BIM models are available on NBS Source.
Krystalite goes beyond being a smoke ventilator. By doubling as a natural ventilation unit, it supports airflow in daily operation, reducing reliance on mechanical cooling systems. This not only improves indoor air quality but also contributes to lower energy consumption—an important step for projects targeting sustainable building design and higher energy performance ratings.
Constructed from recyclable aluminium with a polyamide thermal break, Krystalite delivers on both durability and energy efficiency, making it a smart choice for sustainable ventilation strategies.
At Gladwell Lodge, a new retirement development by Churchill Living, Krystalite was chosen to deliver both smoke ventilation and natural airflow.
Installed throughout the three-storey building, Krystalite provided a compliant and reliable natural smoke ventilator solution while blending seamlessly into the overall design. The project showcased how architectural AOVs can elevate both safety and style in residential developments.
As Churchill Living’s Darren Ridler explained: “Partnering with Powrmatic gave us full confidence that we were installing a ventilation system that not only met regulatory standards but also aligned with our design and operational needs.”
As expectations for modern construction grow, buildings must combine safety, sustainability, and aesthetics. Krystalite represents the future of architectural smoke ventilation, offering a solution that harmonises design flexibility, regulatory compliance, and energy-conscious operation.
With Krystalite, glazed louvre AOVs become more than a requirement—they become a design feature that improves safety, supports sustainability, and enhances architectural vision.
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