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Case Study

Moxy Hotel

Designing, manufacturing, and supplying mechanical smoke ventilation products that ensured full safety and compliance for a landmark hotel – delivered under tight redesign deadlines.

Client

Vastint UK BV

Sector

Hotel

Location

Midlands

Mechanical

The Challenge

Adapting a compliant mechanical smoke ventilation solution to a complex, late-stage redesign.

During the final phase of construction at Moxy Hotel Birmingham, an unexpected redesign of multiple floors required a complete adjustment of the smoke ventilation layout – just weeks before project handover.

The revised design introduced new compartmentation and vertical connections, creating significant challenges for the integration of the mechanical smoke ventilation system. Sertus was tasked with rapidly re-engineering, manufacturing, and supplying a compliant solution that met the new specifications while maintaining life-safety performance and programme deadlines.

Vastint UK BV are property developers known for delivering high-quality mixed-use and hospitality projects across the UK. Their focus on design excellence, sustainability, and occupant safety made collaboration on this project both demanding and rewarding.

Sertus’ ability to adapt and meet our tight deadlines was impressive. Their products and service exceeded our expectations, ensuring a smooth and successful project.

Andrew Cobden

Managing Director, Vastint UK BV

The Solution

A rapid, adaptable mechanical smoke ventilation solution engineered for compliance and continuity.

Sertus Pod™ Original

A pre-fabricated, pre-wired mechanical extract Pod™ certified to BS EN 12101-3:2015. Installed via single crane lift and capable of guaranteed extract rates, the Pod™ was deployed to handle primary smoke extraction from stair cores and protected zones.

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Smoke Control Dampers

Installed across multiple storeys to manage smoke control in vertical shafts. Certified to BS EN 12101-8:2011, these dampers achieved Class EIS 120 fire resistance and were tested to 10,000 operational cycles, ensuring consistent performance and reliability.

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Single Leaf Vent | Poly

Fitted at the head of stairwells to provide emergency smoke exhaust, opening to 160° within 60 seconds. Certified to BS EN 12101-2 and EN 13501-1, providing effective smoke clearance and compliance with building regulations.

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Together, these Sertus-supplied products allowed the project’s mechanical smoke ventilation system to remain fully compliant, efficient, and on schedule, despite significant mid-project design changes.

The Results

Rapid adaptation and certified delivery – even under pressure.

0‎ Weeks

System redesign to manufacture and delivery turnaround

EIS0

Fire-resistance classification (Smoke Control Dampers)

Compliance achieved despite late-stage design changes

Key Benefits

Rapid adaptation

Sertus re-engineered, manufactured, and supplied all products within a condensed timeframe following major design revisions.

Certified performance

All components fully tested and certified to BS EN 12101 standards, ensuring compliance with fire and building regulations.

Improved safety

Mechanical extraction and controlled airflow maintained safe evacuation routes for all hotel occupants.

Efficient integration

Pre-fabricated Pod™ and damper design enabled straightforward installation with minimal on-site work.

Durability & reliability

Products tested for up to 10,000 cycles and built for long-term operational resilience in demanding commercial environments.

Programme assurance

Despite project changes, Sertus ensured delivery was on time and on specification, supporting seamless project completion.

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Barking Wharf

Designing, manufacturing, and supplying mechanical smoke ventilation products to deliver safety, compliance, and installation efficiency for a landmark residential development.

Sector

Residential

System Type

Mechanical

Client

Ark M&E

Products

Pod™ Original, SLD, RSL-R

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