What are the radiator surface temperature regulations for schools and nurseries?

6 Sep 2024

In this FAQ we look at the regulations covering schools and nurseries that define the maximum safe surface temperature of radiators. The regulations require specifiers and asset managers to select radiators that can operate with a low outer surface temperature to achieve compliance.

What should be considered when replacing a panel heater?

6 Sep 2024

In this FAQ we explore some of the practical measures that can be taken to help make the job of replacing old panel heaters easier. We also show how gaining an understanding of the many features that are available on modern panel heaters will help decide which best suits the requirements of the building and its occupiers.

Spring Clean for a Healthier Happier Home in Spring 2024

23 May 2024

Spring is officially here! Even though it comes with a mixed bag of seasonal weather, one thing is certain: longer days and warmer temperatures are on their way. As the spring flowers bloom, returning some much-needed colour to our parks and public spaces, people often mark the change of the seasons with some spring cleaning.

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20 Mar 2024

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How can increased ventilation rates and improved filtration help deliver better Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in residential buildings?

1 Mar 2024

It is an accepted view, supported by the World Health Organisation (WHO), that increased ventilation and better filtration rates significantly improve the IAQ of our buildings. Increasing the airflow in an indoor space and removing pollutants and contaminants such as particulate matter and gases through filtration, can provide considerable health and wellbeing benefits to its occupants.

How to specify the right heat pump for your residential project: Environmental and planning concerns

24 Jan 2024

Heat pumps are being increasingly specified for residential projects to meet hot water and space heating demands. They provide a low carbon alternative to the use of fossil fuels as an energy source and can achieve compliance to Part L 2021, the latest building regulations update to the approved document covering the conservation of fuel and power. The government is proposing further changes to building regulations in 2025 in the form of the Future Homes Standard that will prohibit the use of fossil fuels for new residential buildings. Therefore, specifying heat pumps now will help to future proof specifications and minimise the need for retrofitting to meet further regulatory changes.

How to specify the right heat pump for your residential project: Project design and site constraints

10 Jan 2024

This blog is focussed on the considerations around site constraints that should be considered by Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) consultants and other building professionals when specifying heat pumps for residential projects. It is taken from the white paper ‘A technical guide to the specification of heat pumps for single dwellings and multi-occupancy residential or mixed-use developments’ to give you a taste of just one of the many important areas that can influence specification choices covered in this comprehensive white paper.

Updates to core Building Regulations hail the start of an energy transition

20 Dec 2023

Last week saw the introduction of new Building Regulations for England with implications for heating, ventilation and hot water use in new and existing homes. This marks the start of an energy transition as we decarbonise our homes to meet future climate targets.

What is the requirement for HVAC system compliance for a collective housing application?

19 Dec 2023

One regulatory requirement for collective housing applications, or large residential developments, is to comply with Part L of the Building Regulations. The updated Part L has been published and is concerned with the conservation of power and fuel in buildings. Fixed heating, ventilation and air conditioning services in new residential dwellings play a large part in achieving the required energy performance of a building and their targets and requirements are outlined in this Approved Document.

How do ambient networks that use in-apartment heat pumps work?

19 Dec 2023

Ambient networks typically consist of in-apartment water-to-water heat pumps connected via a central loop to a central plant. Each heat pump uses ambient water from the central loop to provide heating, hot water and even cooling into the apartment. For domestic hot water use, the heated water is stored in an unvented, integrated cylinder that sits below the heat pump module in the apartment, whilst the heating circuit could use emitters such as radiators, fan coils or underfloor arrays. 

What are the specification drivers of monobloc and split system air source heat pumps for residential dwellings?

9 Sep 2023