SMART VENT manufactures two UL-certified Fire Damper models. A masonry installation model (1540-530) and a wood wall installation model (1540-537). These fire dampers are certified to provide two hours of fire resistance. It is intended to be used in a situation in which fire proofing is required on a wall in which flood venting is installed, usually in a garage or vestibule.

A fusible link holds a galvanized steel door in place. At 165 degrees F (73.9 degrees C), the link melts to permit the door to drop, blocking the path of fire. Compatible with SMART VENT and FLOOD VENT models – The Fire Damper can safely be installed in the same cavity for either of the flood protection models, without interfering in their operation. Trim flange and inner sleeve are required for installation.

To view images of the Fire Damper, please go to our online product catalog.

Sure you can SMART VENT in 2″ x 6″ wood framing. Our Wood Wall Model #1540-570 is 14.5″ x 8.5″ and certified for 200 sq. ft. per unit. This unit is designed to fit in between 16″ studs on center. The model has four pre-drilled holes in the corners of the outer flange and you would simply screw this vent into the studs.

Each of our 16″ x 8″ SMART VENT units provides 200 sq. ft. of coverage so you would have only needed (6) single units for 1,200 sq. ft. With your situation having (2) 25″ x 25″ holes, I would close those up and put in (6) single units around the foundation.

If you have to use those giant holes, I would recommend either our stacked 16″ x 16″ units certified for 400 sq. ft. each or our quad configuration which is 32″ x 16″ certified for 800 sq. ft. each. Since our vents are tested and certified units, we cannot make custom sizes.

The openings should be installed on at least two sides of each enclosed area to decrease the chances that all openings could be blocked with floating debris and to allow for more even filling by floodwater and draining of the enclosed area.

It is recommended that openings be reasonably distributed around the perimeter of the enclosed area unless there is justification for putting all openings on just two sides.

We sure can. If you can email us at info@smartvent.com the plans we will have our team of engineers take a look and then contact you to discuss your project in full detail.