JS offers a free inspection of humidification systems to ensure that there is no risk of legionella. The free inspection includes checks on the existing risk assessment and water-testing regime, verifying correct operation of the humidifier and associated hygiene features, as well as a detailed review of the schedule for maintenance and disinfection. A schedule is provided after the inspection, which could be used by the facilities manager to help meet the requirements of L8, as required by HSE

Vaillant has upgraded its climaVAIR heat-pump air-conditioning range, with all units using R410A.

The stylish Chella range of fully recessed emergency luminaires from Orbik Electronics comes with a choice of long-life LED or low-energy 8 W fluorescent versions.

The Rhoss range of EXP heat-pump chillers from Coolmation is a self-contained hybrid system that can produce hot and cold water at the same time, enabling commercial air-conditioning systems to achieve significant savings on capital equipment, design, installation and energy costs. The hot and cold water is delivered through a 4-pipe system.

Integrated Environmental Solutions CLG-approved EPC software is now available with the release of v5.8.2 of its . This updated version incorporates the latest version of SBEM (v3.1.a), so it can generate life Energy Performance Certificates with an XML message valid for lodgement — as well as the associated recommendations report. The interface to SBEM uses a model-based input method that makes data assignment quick and easy.

A mini VRF system from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is designed for office, retail or apartment developments with up to eight rooms. The KX6 Compact outdoor unit is massively reduced in size from the outgoing KX4. Each outdoor unit has a footprint of 970 x 370 mm and is 845 mm high. They have cooling capacities of 12, 14 and 16 kW and require only one single side fan. They are available as single- or 3-phase units.

Ciat Ozonair’s New Space range of roof-top units includes an air-quality sensor to adjust fresh-air levels to actual needs and passive energy recovery to transfer energy between incoming and outgoing airstreams. The entire range can also deliver free cooling by drawing in outdoor air during mild weather.

Kamflo’s CF90 Quantum power flusher has an 80% higher flow rate that the existing CF30 pump, while keeping a compact design. The unit is easy to manoeuvre, with an extended handle and large-diameter wheels.

Panasonic’s latest energy-recovery ventilation units are 6% more efficient than earlier products, an improvement that is due to a new counter-flow heat exchanger to replace cross-flow elements.

Doby Verrolec has introduced a range of access doors for circular ductwork. Correctly installed, Easyfit access doors provide an airtight seal up to 2000 Pa and meet DW144 Classes A, B and C.

The Rotex Heat Distribution System 70 underfloor heating system is said to offer better thermal conductivity than any other system on the market, maximising the temperature of the floor surface and adding better impact sound insulation as a bonus.

A range of exterior, waterproof time-lag switches from Danlers can be used for the energy-saving control of outdoor electric heaters and exterior lighting.

The LMS lighting-management system from CP Electronics combines state-of-the-art technology with the versatility to meet every lighting-control requirement. This compact single-channel module is small enough to be installed in suspended trunking systems or inside lighting fittings.

Vaillant’s recoVAIR heat-recovery ventilation unit for domestic applications is claimed to be capable of recovering up to 95% of heat that would otherwise be lost from exhaust air. They have DC speed-controlled fans , which can be matched to ventilation requirements to reduce the need for wasteful and noisy duct dampers.

Glow-worm’s Betacom 24C wall-hung combi boiler can deliver 11 l/min of hot water through a 35 K temperature rise and is fully modulating for fuel economy. It has a built-in programmer, user display, on-board diagnostics and rapidly adjusting control of DHW temperature.

The BOSS pressure-reducing valve from BSS Industrial protects industrial and commercial heating systems from pressurisation damage.

Scorpion Power Systems has upgraded its popular Phoenix dual mains automatic changeover panel, which can now be incorporated with a building-management system and fire-control panel. It is also offered with a remote annunciator panel, so fire officers can see the status of alarms around a building. Phoenix has enhanced monitoring facilities and can be adapted to meet individual designs.

The time needed to test a domestic electrical installation to the requirements of the 17th edition of the Wiring Regulations can be halved using Metrel’s MI 3101 Eurotest AT. The time required for a 3-bedroom house is about 2.5 h, compared with 4 to 5 h.

Zip Heaters has introduced two more boiling-water products for the commercial market. They are the Zip Duo and the Zip Hydroboil Plus.

The Alpha2 domestic circulator from Grundfos is A rated for energy efficiency and is the first small circulator to be equipped with the company’s AutoAdapt feature to optimise its operation.

Lenze’s L-force 8400 range of frequency inverters is a modular range of tailored drive solutions that enables the customer to select the required set of features and functionality. Initially available as single-phase models up to 2.2 kW and 3-phase up to 11 kW, higher-power versions are to be added.

Ridi’s wall-mounted Corona luminaire now has the option of 3 h of emergency lighting from a battery — with no loss of light.

Johnson Controls has introduced to the European market a range of total building solutions for operating buildings effectively and efficiently.

Xpelair’s Digitemp air-conditioning units are self contained and can be installed against outside and outside wall with two 155 mm-diameter holes providing connections to the outside. They use R410A.

Lindab has added perforated ceiling diffusers to its Comfort range of air terminal devices. The range includes models with circular and square faces and a special swirl type for delivering very cold air.

Airwell has joined the VRF air-conditioning market with the launch of the Flow Logic range of inverter-driven systems. Three different core systems can be tailored to meet cooling needs from 11 to 134 kW and heating from 12 to 150 kW. They use R410A.

LG Air Conditioning’s AC Smart central controller can individually monitor and control up to 64 indoor air-conditioning units. Its capabilities include setting heating or cooling mode, temperature, fan speed and fault checking. It can be accessed remotely using a web browser.

The Artel range of through-the-wall’ air-conditioning units is now available in the UK through DPAC.

Dunphy has designed a touchscreen controller for its Radiotronic 6000 digital burner/boiler management systems. This panel has all the functionality of a standard PC, including IP-addressable web access. The 48 cm screen has 1080 x 1280 pixels and 65 000 colours.

Danlers makes a range of time-lag switches that are easy to install and ideal for saving energy in stairwells, store rooms, student accommodation etc.

Aermec’s WSH range of water-condensed heat pumps comes in 10 sizes with cooling capacities from 166 to 672 kW and heating from 183 to 784 kW. They are available in the UK through AiAX.

Ferroli claims plug-and-play simplicity for installing its AquaSolXs solar water-heating system for domestic and smaller commercial installations.

Martindale’s E-ZE 150 electrical socket tester gives an accurate indication of earth-loop impedance — as well as wiring faults such as a reversed phase and neutral, reversed phase and earth, open earth etc.

AMS Pumps has become the first national distributor to work with Armstrong Pumps to stock branded replacement heads for next-day delivery — rather than up to four months.

Danler’s PIR occupancy switches for automatic lighting control can be installed using the existing wiring in a building. They can be used to save energy in offices, factories, schools etc.

Pictures taken using a mobile telephone can be uploaded in real time to an online gallery operated by Red Zebra Mobile so that they can be viewed anywhere by work colleagues, supervisors and management.

An evaporative humidifier from JS Humidifiers is said to have an energy consumption 150 times less than equivalent electric steam humidifiers.

Elkay’s Aquasafe electrical connectors enable electrical power to be used outdoors for purposes such as patio heaters and water pumps. They are available for 240 V a.c. or 12 V d.c.

Stokvis Energy Systems has introduced the A range of booster sets, which are designed to automatically control the pressure in a water distribution system, using pressure switches or variable-speed drives.

Glow-worm’s Ultrapower and Ultracom boiler ranges have been officially tested and sanctioned as delivering less than 40 mg/kWh of NOx, enabling social-housing and private developers to claim an extra point within the Code for Sustainable Homes registration.

Aermec’s HE range of air-to-water heat pumps for underfloor heating and cooling is available in 10 sizes with cooling capacities from 7 to 48 kW and heating from 6 to 40 kW. Chilled water is delivered at 20°C.

Wagner has added a range of silent air-sampling smoke-detection units to its popular Titanus family. The new units have high-performance fans and additional soundproofing to produce a silent-running system. The silent-running versions are available for the Top-Sens and Pro-Sens systems.

Merlin Power Management has responded to customer requests for a contracted service to guarantee the refilling of a customer’s fuel tanks for generators or other equipment within a designated time period.

Zip Heaters (UK) Ltd offers an exceptional range of boiling, chilled and hot water products, including the innovative new HydroTap — but it doesn’t end there. Zip has reinforced its belief in customer service by introducing a national product-support scheme, which provides breakdown cover, filter replacement and scale management for the lifetime of an appliance.

Raychem’s self-regulating freeze-protection systems have gone modular with the launch of Flexiclic. The new format makes it easier and quicker to install electric frost protection to exposed pipework and on roofs. Modules click together to create the required layout, and click-together T and 3-way junctions enhance system flexibility and deliver lower total installed costs.

Rapid Walkway is a versatile and economical solution to roof access problems. It provides a formal route for maintenance engineers and a safe pathway for personnel. The galvanised steel frame and anti-slip glass-fibre grid are simply bolted together and mounted on anti-vibration blocks. This spreads heavy loads on delicate roofs without penetrating the surface. The modular design enables a team of two to construct a 30 m run in under an hour. Optional safety hand rails can be easily fitted during or post installation. Rapid Walkway is delivered from stock, flat packed in 1, 2 and 3 m lengths and 90° corner sections.

As developers continue to put the squeeze on the amount of space allocated to panel building, Katko has added the ideal solution to its comprehensive range of load break switches.