Ventilation passes Fitness First test

09 October, 2004

To provide comfortable conditions in exercise areas of a gymnasium where a low ceiling made the atmosphere unacceptable, textile ventilation ducts have been installed vertically in structural columns and fed with conditioned air via ductwork in the ceiling. The textile ventilation was supply for the Fitness First gymnasium by IPS Ventilation and adds a striking decorative aspect to the premises. The columns also support full-length mirrors which provide a feeling of spaciousness. Gymnasium manager Mike Holt says, ‘We were supplied with spare ducts, which means that we can quite simply remove the ducts when they need cleaning, send them to the laundry, and use the substitute ducts until the original ones return. Members enjoy the pleasant feeling of standing in front of the mirrors to cool off as the air circulates around them.’ Fitness First is the world’s second-largest chain of health clubs, with 350 clubs and 870 000 members worldwide.

Related links:

Government must do more to tackle heat pump and electric vehicle barriers, Which? says

Which? is calling on the government to provide more support for greener home heating and cars, as new research shows cost and other barriers are putting people off making the switch.

New study reveals job stress affects 70% of construction workers

A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Cambridge has revealed that at least 70% of people in the construction industry report feeling stressed at work, and this not only has a negative impact on job performance but also personal life. The findings highlight the urgent need for effective strategies to combat workplace stress.

Calendar

Submit event

Tweets by MBS_magazine