Fire & Life Safety Articles and Resources

The Air Movement and Control Association International (AMCA) is a not‑for‑profit international association of air system equipment manufacturers — primarily fans, louvers, dampers, and air curtains used in commercial buildings and industrial processes.

AMCA’s mission is to promote the health, growth and integrity of our industry, consistent with the public interest.  AMCA was founded in 1917, and now has over 300 members, half of which are located inside the USA. AMCA members employ over 60,000 Americans.

Today, AMCA is focused on life-safety and energy-efficiency initiatives. While it is widely accepted that fire destroys property, smoke kills occupants. Therefore, fans and dampers are needed in commercial buildings to isolate and evacuate smoke, and to provide fresh air under pressure for escape routes that save lives. AMCA works closely with code officials to ensure that these smoke-control safety systems are robust and reliable.