In the 2026 Malaysian regulatory landscape, a BOMBA Certified AHU Setup is no longer a recommendation—it is a mandatory legal requirement under the Fire Services Act 1988 (Act 341) and the Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL) 2026. As of February 3, 2026, new regulations specify that all air-handling equipment must meet strict fire-safety standards to obtain or renew a Fire Certificate (FC).
At EKG (Malaysia) SDN BHD, we specialize in the engineering of BOMBA-certified configurations that ensure your assets are Sterile, Silent, and Statutory-Compliant.
The AHU Safety Permit is the core document required for BOMBA clearance. Without this, your building’s Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) can be withheld.
Smoke Control Integration: For units serving areas over 92.9 sq. meters (1,000 sq. ft.), BOMBA mandates integration with the Fire Alarm Monitoring System (FAMS).
Automatic Shutdown Protocol: The setup must feature a "kill-signal" interlock. Upon fire detection, the IE5 EC Fan Walls must shut down in milliseconds to prevent the AHU from acting as a smoke pump.
BOMBA "K" Mark Compliance: All active fire components, such as motorized dampers and smoke detectors, must carry the valid BOMBA "K" Mark or be registered in the eFEIS 2.0 system.
A certified setup is designed as a "Fire-Safe Cell" that preserves the integrity of fire compartments.
| Component | 2026 BOMBA Requirement | Engineering Purpose |
| Motorized Fire Dampers | MS 558 Certified / UL-Listed | Automatically seals duct penetrations in under 20 seconds. |
| Duct Smoke Detectors | Photoelectric / Interlocked | Triggers localized AHU shutdown before smoke recirculates. |
| Fire-Rated (FR) Cabling | MS 2116 Compliant | Ensures the shut-off signal survives the high heat of a fire. |
| Casing Insulation | Non-Combustible (Class 0) | Prevents the unit from contributing to the plant room fire load. |
To secure the permit, the installation must pass a physical witness test by a BOMBA officer:
Smoke Injection Test: We inject non-toxic smoke into the return air plenum to verify the Automatic Fire Signal AHU Shut-off response.
Fire Damper Audit: Verification that all dampers close fully and that the "Damper-to-Wall" interface is sealed with BOMBA-approved intumescent fire-stop mortar.
Fireman's Switch Verification: Validation of the manual override switch located in the Fire Control Room.
A unique challenge in 2026 is ensuring that BOMBA safety components do not compromise energy efficiency.
Low-Pressure Drop Dampers: We utilize aerofoil-blade dampers that meet fire ratings while maintaining the low resistance needed to satisfy your Specific Fan Power (SFP) targets.
Acoustic & Safety Balance: Our setups maintain the NC 30-35 "Silent Office" standard while ensuring seismic restraints and fire-safing are fully integrated.
Technical Integrity: We are mechanical engineers who understand the complex intersection of HVAC thermodynamics and Active Fire Protection.
Submission Management: We handle the entire BOMBA Form B and G8/G9 documentation process to ensure your permit is issued without delays.
GITA Support: Documented BOMBA compliance is essential proof for claiming the 100% Green Investment Tax Allowance.
Is your AHU setup safe enough to pass a 2026 BOMBA audit? Contact EKG (Malaysia) SDN BHD today for a specialized BOMBA Certified Setup & Audit.
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