11 November, 2006
The air-leakage requirements of the latest Building Regulations will have an effect on space heating systems. KEITH SPRAGUE explains how radiant and warm-air systems will fare under the new regulations.
Warm-air heating is the right route for bus depot
11 November, 2006
A warm-air heating system from Reznor positioned to create a cyclonic rotating air-distribution effect is maintaining comfortable temperatures in Ensign Buses’ large depot and maintenance facility.
The return of centralised plant
11 November, 2006
LARS FABRICUS describes how central energy plant can be used with local hot water generators in dwellings for maximum efficiency
Keston boilers meet educational challenge
11 November, 2006
Keston Boilers has supplied two SEDBUK A rated high-efficiency C55 boilers for the new £34 million Nugent House annexe of Eastbourne College. For speed of installation, the boilers were built into a bespoke floor-standing rig. Savings in installation costs were also made possible by the small-diameter flue system, which can run up to 45 m vertically or horizontally.
Isle of Skye exploits ground-source heat pumps
11 November, 2006
Stiebel Eltron has won a contract to supply heat pumps for 41 houses on the Isle of Skye. They will extract heat from the ground.
Exploring the benefits of underfloor heating
11 November, 2006
Comfort levels, space restrictions, interior design — the arguments for underfloor heating are endless. REX INGRAM gives advice on the planning and design of underfloor heating system.
New church school enjoys underfloor heating
11 November, 2006
Comfort and safety for children in a new primary have been achieved using a Robbens underfloor heating system. The new Church of England primary school at Yaxham in Norfolk replaces a building dating from the nineteenth century.
Space heating with continuous ventilation
08 November, 2006
The Econo-Air 3000 series of direct-fired gas heating and ventilating system from Stokvis Energy Systems incorporates high-efficiency burner and controls to optimise energy usage, minimise the effects of draughts and cold penetration, and instantly respond to falls in internal temperature.
Electric underfloor heating for Orkney arts centre
08 November, 2006
Energy-efficient underfloor heating systems are being installed in the Piers Arts Centre in Stromness, Orkney, to provide background heating. The museum is being renovated and regenerated, with an extension to link the two existing buildings. The Raychem systems are being used extensively, including the entrance, galleries, lobbies and cloakroom areas.
Church conversion enjoys underfloor heating
08 November, 2006
Heating for a luxury penthouse created during the conversion of a church into 12 apartments is provided by an Even-Heat underfloor heating system.
08 November, 2006
The heating range of Dimplex includes products for most commercial, light-industrial and domestic applications — enabling the creation of fully integrated heating systems or the provision of localised room or spot heating.
Electric boiler provides simple wet-heating solution
08 November, 2006
The Redring Hotbox electric boiler provides economical heating where space is limited or gas is unavailable. These boilers drive sealed wet systems in light-commercial or domestic situations. They can deliver a flow temperature of 60°C to eight radiators against an outside temperature of 0°C.
New boilers give more servicing space in same size of case
08 November, 2006
14 engineering upgrades suggested by extensive customer feedback are incorporated into Ferroli’s new Optimax HE combi and system boilers. Almost all involve making life easier for the installer and service engineer by giving all parts and connections more hand and tool space — without increasing the size of the boiler.
Electric heating is part of the solution
08 November, 2006
Electric heating itself does not emit carbon dioxide, and nor need the generation of electricity from renewable and nuclear sources. DAVID RUMBLES reflects on a new future.
Reducing heating costs in buildings with high roofs
08 November, 2006
A reduction in heating costs of up to 30% is claimed by Airflow Developments by using its Economiser to take warm air from the roof void in large buildings and redirect it back down to floor level. This claim is substantiated by an independent investigation carried out by BSRIA. The product lends itself to use in retail warehouses, factories and community leisure facilities.
Unconventional underfloor heating cuts building schedule
08 November, 2006
Nearly 2500 m2 of underfloor heating has been installed at Young Options College in Shifnal, Shropshire. Unusually, the tubing was installed by fixing it directly to the reinforcing mesh within the slab by Thermo-floor rather than installing onto the slab and then covering it with a screed.
Underfloor-heating qualification under development
08 November, 2006
UHMA (the Underfloor Heating Manufacturers’ Association) has launched the UK’s first independent training course in the design and installation of underfloor heating.
BSS boosts radiant- heating range
08 November, 2006
BSS has added a new range of tubular radiant heaters to its portfolio of BOSS-branded products.
LST radiators are performance certified
08 November, 2006
Autron’s range of LST (low surface temperature) radiators has been independently tested by BSRIA for heating output and casing temperature — ensuring that specifiers, contractors and users can be confident of quoted performance data.
Coverad redefines the electric heater
08 November, 2006
Coverad has developed a range of induced-airflow electric heaters for commercial applications that meet the needs of current legislation and cater for a market where safety, electrical efficiency, ease of installation, low maintenance and robust construction are required.
Underfloor heating for professionals
08 November, 2006
Osma Underfloor Heating has published a new guide for professional heating installers. It describes the wide range of solutions from the company and provides best-practice advice for working with underfloor heating systems in commercial and domestic applications.
Design issues for commercial heating systems
08 November, 2006
PETE MILLS looks at some key considerations in designing commercial heating installations to maximise the potential of gas-fired condensing boilers.
Perspectives on value engineering
08 November, 2006
NICK CULLEN stresses that value engineering should be solely focused on the interests of the client.
CIBSE’s campaign to reduce carbon emissions this summer was an outstanding success. The outcome shows clearly just how much can be done for a small effort and investment. Our coverage of this campaign highlights the achievement of some of the award winners, with useful lessons for readers keen to mimic their success.
Peacock Group looks to the long term
08 November, 2006
A long-term energy strategy for the Peacock Group includes a simple approach to preventing electrical equipment being left on overnight unnecessarily.
Acclaim for best campaign, but building shortcomings are revealed
08 November, 2006
United Business Media mounted a good carbon-saving campaign at Ludgate House in London, but it is clear that there is far to go.
100 days is just part of ongoing campaign for Copthorne Hotel at Cardiff
08 November, 2006
Even with five years of energy-saving initiatives under its belt, the Copthorne Hotel at Cardiff was able to embark on enough new measures to scoop the award for the most carbon saved.
Everyone in the Exeter office of a firm of architects is more aware of
energy-conservation opportunities.
Future Office: Designing workspaces for people
Nicola Gillen, director and architect at Aecom talks about her new book 'Future Office' and why we need to focus on building workplaces for people.
Ant Wilson: The strive towards sustainable building
"Over the years 'sustainability' has become the most overused word"- MBE Ant Wilson, Director, and AECOM Fellow
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