We at Elixir Engineering Pvt. Ltd. are proud to announce the successful completion and commissioning of the fire-fighting system at three stations of Mumbai Metro 3 (Seepz, Andheri MIDC, and Marol Naka). With these systems now fully operational, the stations are ready for the commencement of metro operations, having been equipped to meet the highest Read More
To help the reader understand the concept of “travel distance” from the fire safety point of view and explain how to measure the same. As per National Building Code 2016 (Part IV, Clause 2.59) Travel Distance is defined as “The distance to be traveled from any point in a building to a protected exit or Read More
To ensure that all the occupants of the building follow the fire evacuation procedure to enable a quick, orderly and safe evacuation of all occupants, including the sick and elderly including pets. Conducting a safe evacuation of a high-rise building needs a lot of preparation, coordination and training of all the residents, occupants and staff Read More
To enable the Managing Committee to fulfill its obligation under the Maharashtra Fire Act 2007. Fire Extinguisher is the most common fire fighting equipment. It is handy, economical, easy to use and very effective against small fires. For Residential Buildings, especially High-rises, they are very critical to extinguish fires in the incipient stages. This can Read More
To enable the Managing Committee to fulfill its obligation under the Maharashtra Fire Act 2007. Signages play an especially important role in ensuring safe evacuation during a fire. Signages do not cost much but are life savers in an emergency situation. In the Kamala Mills fire incident 14 people’s lives could have been saved, had Read More
Electrical fires pose a significant risk in high-rise buildings, a fact highlighted by recent incidents in Mumbai, including a severe fire in the Shanti Sagar building in Ramabai Colony, as reported by the Times of India. This incident, among others, underscores the urgent need for stringent electrical safety measures. As Mumbai’s skyline continues to grow Read More
To enable the Managing Committee to fulfill its obligation under the Maharashtra Fire Act 2007. The National Building Code 2016 defines REFUGE AREAS in Clause 2.53 as “An area within the building for a temporary use during evacuation. It generally serves as an assembly point which is protected from the effect of fire and smoke.” Read More
To enable the Managing Committee to fulfill its obligation under the Maharashtra Fire Act 2007. In case of a fire in a High-rise building, safe evacuation of its occupants may present serious problems unless a plan for orderly and systematic evacuation is prepared in advance and all occupants are trained in execution of the plan. Read More
A fire broke out in Mumbai’s Times Tower, a multi-storey commercial building in Lower Parel’s Kamala Mills compound, today morning (06.09.24). The blaze, classified as a major (Level 2) fire, started in an electrical duct between the 3rd and 7th floors and took over two hours to control. Despite the intensity, there were no reported Read More
Smoke detectors are crucial for protecting your home and loved ones from the dangers of fire. These devices detect smoke early, allowing you to respond quickly and prevent a small fire from turning into a disaster. When choosing a smoke detector, it’s important to consider several key features to ensure you get the best protection. Read More