Indoor air quality

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src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20221.photo.2.jpg?m=1708441707" alt=""/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20221/The__silent_intruder.html">The silent intruder</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">20 February, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Nicola Rivers, Indoor Climate Specialist at Zehnder Group UK, discusses the importance of understanding the impact of condensation in commercial buildings.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20414.photo.2.jpg?m=1726565864" alt="Rooftop installation"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20414/Changes_explained_85.html">Changes explained…</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">17 September, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Paul Downing, Principal Consultant at Compliance (Air and Water) and member of the of the inaugural 1998 HVCA (Now BESA) Ventilation Hygiene Branch, outlines the amendments to section 11 in the April 2024 first edition of TR19 AIR, rebranded and titled ‘Specification for Internal Cleanliness and Hygiene Management of Ventilation Systems’.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20386.photo.2.jpg?m=1723727945" alt="Zehnder "/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20386/Strive_to_thrive.html">Strive to thrive</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">15 August, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Alex McDonald, Indoor Climate Specialist at Zehnder Group UK, looks at some effective ventilation and indoor climate solutions for optimal learning environments and student success.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20365.photo.2.jpg?m=1723638317" alt="Indoor air quality for occupancy comfort"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20365/Fresh_thinking_required.html">Fresh thinking required</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">14 August, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>David Millward, Group Product Manager at Elta Group, explains why good indoor air quality is now a must, and not just a ‘nice-to-have’.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images/20336.photo.2.jpg?m=1719997841" alt="Commercial buildings"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20336/Gaining_a_ventilation_advantage.html">Gaining a ventilation advantage</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">03 July, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>The Covid pandemic highlighted the importance of good indoor air quality (IAQ) and ventilation and has given rise to CO2 monitors being used to assess the air within schools. However, guidance already exists for ventilation in schools with BB101. Louise McHugh, Product Manager at Breathing Buildings, explains how the document sets out requirements for educational premises and how by employing the latest hybrid ventilation, consultants can help schools maximise health, comfort and sustainability without significant building works.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20316.photo.2.jpg?m=1717079099" alt="Archery Centre"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20316/Passivent_hits_natural_ventilation_targets_for_Sport_England_92s_new_archery_centre.html">Passivent hits natural ventilation targets for Sport England’s new archery centre</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">30 May, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Passivent has supplied eleven Airscoop roof mounted terminals for use on a new £3.6 million performance archery facility at Lilleshall National Sports Centre in Shropshire.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20282.photo.2.jpg?m=1715177645" alt="Improved IEQ"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20282/A_new_benchmark_to_redefine_workplace_health_and_comfort.html">A new benchmark to redefine workplace health and comfort</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">08 May, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Matthew Maleki, CIAT’s indoor air quality champion, explores the significance of the new IEQ standard and what it means for business owners and managers.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20280.photo.2.jpg?m=1715174006" alt="View through duct"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20280/Clearing_the_air_on_ventilation_hygiene.html">Clearing the air on ventilation hygiene</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">08 May, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Gary Nicholls, Managing Director of duct cleaning expert Swiftclean, and co-author of TR19®, looks at the long-anticipated TR19® Air specification and what this may mean for ventilation hygiene standards.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20257.photo.2.jpg?m=1713364631" alt="HTM-specified modular vertical AHU installed at Belfast Hospital."/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20257/Achieving_best_standards_for_healthcare.html">Achieving best standards for healthcare</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">17 April, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Andrew Robinson, Managing Director of HVAC supplier Exi-tite, explains the role of technical memorandum HTM-03-01 for ventilation in healthcare.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20219.photo.2.jpg?m=1708441543" alt="Tim Tanner "/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20219/The__challenge__of__over-exposure.html">The challenge of over-exposure</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">20 February, 2024</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Tim Tanner, Product Technical Manager – Ventilation Technology at TROX UK, discusses how air management challenges with exposed ceilings can be overcome.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20152.photo.2.jpg?m=1696587944" alt="Ensuring concentration in the classroom "/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20152/Restoring_the_Balance%3A_Energy_Saving_vs_Indoor_Air_Quality_in_Schools.html">Restoring the Balance: Energy Saving vs Indoor Air Quality in Schools</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">06 October, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>David Millward, Group Product Manager at Elta Group, discusses how schools must re-assess energy saving priorities and introduce quality-designed mechanical ventilation systems into these crucial buildings.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20151.photo.2.jpg?m=1696587366" alt="Sensor on wall"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20151/Measurement_is_the_key.html">Measurement is the key</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">06 October, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Building operators need to balance the need for good ventilation and comfort for users, whilst minimising carbon output and energy costs, and measurement is the key to that balance. Andrew Hamshere of Sensing Precision explains how and why. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20150.photo.2.jpg?m=1696585936" alt="Indoor air and the environment"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20150/Delivering_good_Indoor_Air_Quality_doesn_92t_have_to_cost_the_Earth.html">Delivering good Indoor Air Quality doesn’t have to cost the Earth</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">06 October, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>The Covid-19 pandemic drew everyone’s attention to the importance of good indoor air quality (IAQ), but there is a danger that these advances in knowledge and action will be lost in the face of the energy and climate crisis. Adam Taylor of ARM Environments says we can have both. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20148.photo.2.jpg?m=1696583193" alt="Indoor Air"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20148/BESA_welcomes_first_British_Standard_for_indoor_air_quality.html">BESA welcomes first British Standard for indoor air quality</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">06 October, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has praised the creation of the first British Standard for health and well-being in buildings.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20144.photo.2.jpg?m=1696177274" alt=""/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20144/The_invisible_threat_of_indoor_air_pollution.html">The invisible threat of indoor air pollution</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">01 October, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>According to the World Health Organisation Air Pollution - both indoor and out - is responsible for about one in every nine deaths annually and this will only get worse unless we take action to mitigate the risks. What is to be done? Sutart Smith of Zehnder has suggestions. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20102.photo.2.jpg?m=1689081002" alt="Measuring Indoor Air. "/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20102/Indoor_air_monitoring%3A_adding_another_arrow_to_the_quiver.html">Indoor air monitoring: adding another arrow to the quiver</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">11 July, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are crucial in maintaining indoor air quality in commercial buildings. Until recently, however, little thought has been given to monitoring the presence of airborne microbes that can profoundly impact our wellbeing. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20100.photo.2.jpg?m=1689080632" alt="It's in the air we breathe"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20100/Dust%3A_Why_it_92s_an_issue_and_what_can_be_done_about_it.html">Dust: Why it’s an issue and what can be done about it</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">11 July, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Keeping commercial and industrial environments running safely and efficiently means navigating a range of issues and dealing with threats on all scales to ‘business as usual’. Even those threats that are smaller in stature can have just as great an impact on productivity and staff wellbeing – and it doesn’t get much smaller than dust.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20089.photo.2.jpg?m=1687110986" alt="Table 2.1 From ADF with the addition of WHO 2021 limits "/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20089/Part_L_vs_Part_F_-_Battle_of_the_regulations.html">Part L vs Part F - Battle of the regulations</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">18 June, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Complying with both Part L and Part F is going to give designers some real headaches. James Price of Spire Building Services Ltd tries to apply some painkillers. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20088.photo.2.jpg?m=1687108579" alt="Nathan Wood and Rosamund Kissi-Debrah"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20088/Social_housing_crisis_keeps_ventilation_in_the_spotlight.html">Social housing crisis keeps ventilation in the spotlight</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">18 June, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>An unprecedented combination of public outrage and government intervention is ramping up the pressure on landlords to tackle the health problems caused by poor ventilation in their buildings, according to Graeme Fox, Technical Director at the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA).</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20087.photo.2.jpg?m=1687108204" alt="Air hygiene ratings"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20087/Why_we_need_move_toward__91air_hygiene_ratings_92%2C_and_what_needs_to_happen.html">Why we need move toward ‘air hygiene ratings’, and what needs to happen</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">18 June, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Despite clean air being critical to health, wellbeing and productivity, and having come out the other side of a pandemic, indoor air quality (IAQ) often remains an overlooked matter. We have food hygiene ratings - why not air? David Millward of Elta Fans has a suggestion to make. <br /></em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//20027.photo.2.jpg?m=1679996384" alt="Bosch CO Detector"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/20027/_Bosch_Commercial___Industrial_mandate_carbon_monoxide_detectors_for_cascade_flues.html"> Bosch Commercial & Industrial mandate carbon monoxide detectors for cascade flues</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">28 March, 2023</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Bosch Commercial & Industrial have announced that anyone installing their boiler systems using cascade flues, where there is more than one appliance, will be required to include a carbon monoxide (CO) detector.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19985.photo.2.jpg?m=1668616126" alt="Air Rated Plaque"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19985/Communicating_IAQ_science_to_the_layperson.html">Communicating IAQ science to the layperson</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">16 November, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Adam Taylor, CEO of ARM Environments, explains it is important that the industry works hard to keep indoor air quality front of mind. Good communication and providing valuable insights will be key to keeping end users engaged in this important issue.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19983.photo.2.jpg?m=1668611367" alt=" Figure 1 mixed-air-ventilation"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19983/Air_quality_advantages_of_underfloor_ventilation_and_tips_for_system_design_.html">Air quality advantages of underfloor ventilation and tips for system design </a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">16 November, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Tim Tanner,<strong> </strong>Product Technical Manager – Air Diffusers & Attenuators, at TROX UK, reviews the air quality advantages of underfloor ventilation employing floor grilles/diffusers and provides tips on system design.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19934.photo.2.jpg?m=1661856375" alt="Ductwork testing"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19934/Measurement_is_the_key.html">Measurement is the key</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">30 August, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>The pandemic has set new requirements on building services to ensure the safety of building users not only from the current pandemic but future COVID variants and new viruses, says Andrew Hamshere of Sensing Precision. These new requirements not only include higher levels of airflow and ventilation to reduce infection rates, but also the ability to demonstrate these so staff and visitors can feel secure that they are protected as best they can be.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19933.photo.2.jpg?m=1661855716" alt="Simon Jones"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19933/Are_your_meeting_rooms_stifling_decision-making__Why_and_how_we_need_to_improve_indoor_air_quality_.html">Are your meeting rooms stifling decision-making? Why and how we need to improve indoor air quality </a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">30 August, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Upgrading buildings’ ventilation, filtration, and other factors would not only decrease COVID transmission but also improve health and cognitive performance in general says Simon Jones of Ambisense.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19932.photo.2.jpg?m=1661855148" alt="IAQ guide to good practice cover"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19932/Stop_talking_about_indoor_air_quality.html">Stop talking about indoor air quality</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">30 August, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>It is more than five years since the Grenfell Tower disaster; we have had a pandemic driven by an airborne virus and we are now facing a cost-of-living crisis. Nathan Wood asks: what more needs to happen to get people to stop talking about making buildings healthier, safer, and more efficient and take practical action? </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19931.photo.2.jpg?m=1661854856" alt="Richard Bishop"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19931/Science___Technology_essential_for_better_Indoor_Air_Quality.html">Science & Technology essential for better Indoor Air Quality</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">30 August, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Richard Bishop, UK and Ireland Head of Marketing at Panasonic, explains the need for raising awareness around Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and Air Conditioning Solutions and why science and technology must collaborate to deliver healthier air.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19921.photo.2.jpg?m=1659085777" alt=""/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19921/Titon_92s_MVHR_provides_a_breath_of_fresh_air_for_Lexington_residential_apartments___.html">Titon’s MVHR provides a breath of fresh air for Lexington residential apartments </a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">29 July, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Titon’s powerful but compact HRV1.6 Q Plus MVHR unit has recently been installed in Moda Living’s Lexington Tower.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19920.photo.2.jpg?m=1659085538" alt="Air purification kit"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19920/Staying_safe_indoors.html">Staying safe indoors</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">29 July, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Improving air quality in our indoor spaces has never been more important. Andrew Robinson of Exi-tite explains why. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images/19910.photo.2.jpg?m=1658325661" alt="Air distribution Filters"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19910/Expectation_versus_reality_-_examining_air_filter_performance.html">Expectation versus reality - examining air filter performance</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">20 July, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>It is well established that efficient and effective filtration is one of the foundational pillars of any well-designed building heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. David Schurk of Global Plasma Solutions and ASHRAE looks at maintaining both efficiency and effectiveness. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19909.photo.2.jpg?m=1658323713" alt="Airborne Particulates"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19909/Reducing_airborne_particulates_is_for_life%2C_not_just_for_covid..html">Reducing airborne particulates is for life, not just for covid.</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">20 July, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Outdoor air pollution in both cities and rural areas was estimated to have caused 4.2 million premature deaths worldwide per year based on 2016 data; with this mortality rate being attributed to exposure to fine particulate matter of 2.5 microns or less in diameter (PM2.5), which causes cardiovascular and respiratory disease and cancers. </em><em>As designers and operators of building HVAC systems, we have a duty of care to make sure indoor spaces are safeguarded against the dangers posed by what is often referred to as “fresh air”, says Adam Taylor of ARM Environments.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19908.photo.2.jpg?m=1658322861" alt="Pollen"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19908/Lines_of_defence.html">Lines of defence</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">20 July, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Ensuring the highest quality indoor air means designing and specifying the right ventilation system. In order to do this, however, it is important to acknowledge that each element in a HVAC system has a significant impact on its operational efficiency and quality, says James Gafford of ECEX.</em><strong></strong></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19907.photo.2.jpg?m=1658316728" alt="Hern Yau"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19907/Now_is_the_time_to_get_indoor_air_quality_provision_right.html">Now is the time to get indoor air quality provision right</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">20 July, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>To date, less attention has been given to the quality of indoor air in comparison to outdoor air and pollution. According to SAGE member Professor Cath Noakes, an estimated 15% of all Covid-19 deaths can be attributed to poor air quality, meaning attention is rightly turning to indoor air as well – and ventilation is now one of the biggest challenges facing building and facilities managers today. Hern Yau of Mitsubishi Electric discusses why attention is rightly turning to indoor air quality.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19885.photo.2.jpg?m=1655303729" alt="Elta clean air"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19885/Elta_Fans_backs_clean_air_day_and_urges_businesses_to_adopt_better_air_quality_monitoring.html">Elta Fans backs clean air day and urges businesses to adopt better air quality monitoring</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">15 June, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>On Clean Air Day 2022, Elta Fans is calling on businesses to adopt best practices when it comes to indoor air quality (IAQ) management, starting with better monitoring processes.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19895.photo.2.jpg?m=1656418237" alt="Cleanroom"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19895/Ventilation_in_Healthcare_-_Replace_or_Refurbish.html">Ventilation in Healthcare - Replace or Refurbish</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">28 June, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Jim Norris, National Head of Sales at VES, says following the difficult years the NHS has faced in the UK everybody has been made acutely aware of the need for adequate ventilation, good indoor air quality, and a safe environment to care for those who have been hospitalised. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19883.photo.2.jpg?m=1655300530" alt="Kingspan Sterile services"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19883/Kingspan_KoolDuct_provides_long-term_air_care.html">Kingspan KoolDuct provides long-term air care</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">15 June, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Over 15 years after it was first installed, The Kingspan KoolDuct System continues to support excellent HVAC system performance as part of the Sterile Services Unit (SSU) for the Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19852.photo.2.jpg?m=1651580985" alt="Waterloo"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19852/Waterloo_92s_Collaborative_Approach_Supports_New_British_Motorcycle_Marque.html">Waterloo’s Collaborative Approach Supports New British Motorcycle Marque</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">03 May, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>An iconic British motorcycle marque has moved into its new production facility at Solar Park in Solihull, with air distribution products supplied by Waterloo Air Products.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19837.photo.2.jpg?m=1649931402" alt="testo 400"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19837/Testo_400_multifunction_measuring_instrument_for_thermal_comfort%2C_air_flow_and_IAQ_measurement.html">Testo 400 multifunction measuring instrument for thermal comfort, air flow and IAQ measurement</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">14 April, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Testo have launched a new multifunction IAQ measuring instrument to the UK market. The testo 400 offers innovative functions which make the user’s job easier in every way, and allow reliable, norm-compliant measurement and documentation; designed for engineers to cover a wide range of potential applications including airflow measurement within ducts and outlets, plus measurement of many IAQ parameters such as ambient CO2, temperature, and humidity.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19804.photo.2.jpg?m=1647352590" alt="CIAT ClimaCIAT"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19804/CIAT_Innovates_Air_Handling_Units_to_Ensure_Compliance_with_Strict_New_NHS_Rules_on_Hospital_Ventilation_Systems.html">CIAT Innovates Air Handling Units to Ensure Compliance with Strict New NHS Rules on Hospital Ventilation Systems</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">15 March, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>CIAT's high-performance ClimaCIAT™ air handling units (AHUs) are fully compliant with the updated National Health Service (NHS) code of practice on ventilation in hospitals. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19799.photo.2.jpg?m=1646316432" alt="Rusacks Royal St Andrews"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19799/Waterloo_supplies_high_quality_air_distribution_products_for_the_historic_Rusacks_St_Andrews_hotel.html">Waterloo supplies high quality air distribution products for the historic Rusacks St Andrews hotel</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">03 March, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>The historic Rusack's St Andrews Hotel’s guestrooms have been fitted with Waterloo’s Airline Linear Bar Grilles (ALM), wall-mounted Exhaust Grilles (3HF) for return air to the fan coil units and Exhaust Valves (VB) for the en-suites. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19797.photo.2.jpg?m=1645454085" alt="i-ris"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19797/The_new%2C_state-of-the-art%2C_desktop_CO2_monitor.html">The new, state-of-the-art, desktop CO2 monitor</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">21 February, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Clarkson Controls are pleased to launch their new i-ris USB-powered desktop CO2 sensor</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19796.photo.2.jpg?m=1645185009" alt="Dehumidification"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19796/Site_Humidity_Levels%3A_Riding_Out_the_Storm.html">Site Humidity Levels: Riding Out the Storm</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">18 February, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Managing humidity is an ongoing concern for building professionals working on construction sites that is growing in prominence. With the UK recently struck by storms, many projects have been disrupted by damaging floods and this topic is now rising back in the spotlight. Matt Watson of Aggreko explores how to effectively dry out sites without long-term issues.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19795.photo.2.jpg?m=1645183951" alt="Hern Yau"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19795/Why_our_buildings_should_be_safe_havens_for_good_indoor_air_quality.html">Why our buildings should be safe havens for good indoor air quality</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">18 February, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>It’s fair to say that indoor air quality has been a hidden issue for many years, but the COVID-19 pandemic has put it firmly at the top of the public agenda. Hern Yau of Mitsubishi Electric speaks out. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19793.photo.2.jpg?m=1645180399" alt="Daikin IAQ"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19793/The_best_practice_approach_to_Indoor_Air_Quality.html">The best practice approach to Indoor Air Quality</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">18 February, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Matteo Dall’Ombra, VRV Specialist, Product Management and Engineering Group at Daikin explains how by taking a whole-building approach to HVAC, it is possible to balance the drive for energy efficiency with the need to improve indoor air quality.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19756.photo.2.jpg?m=1641298169" alt="Social Distancing"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19756/Workers_Still_Fear_a_Return_to_Buildings_-_How_HVAC_Can_Help_Ease_Trepidation.html">Workers Still Fear a Return to Buildings - How HVAC Can Help Ease Trepidation</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">04 January, 2022</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>According to Korn Ferry (a global HR consulting firm) 50% of worldwide workers are afraid to return to their offices despite social distancing practices that have been implemented, such as limiting occupancy, employee temperature scanning, face masks, special workspace accommodations and additional cleaning measures. David Schurk looks at the issues.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-top" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images/19718.photo.1.jpg?m=1634553259" alt=""/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19718/Rethinking_fan_speed_optimisation_to_drive_greater_VAV_efficiency.html">Rethinking fan speed optimisation to drive greater VAV efficiency</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">18 October, 2021</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Digital technology has opened up significant opportunities for the reduction of energy consumption in air conditioning systems. Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems in particular have derived enormous benefit from digital control. If your current control methodology is based along traditional lines however, Ian Thomas of Trox Uk suggests there could be valuable additional energy savings waiting to be unlocked. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19717.photo.2.jpg?m=1634553000" alt="IAQ Cover"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19717/Opening_offices_with_a_breath_of_fresh_air.html">Opening offices with a breath of fresh air</a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">18 October, 2021</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>It’s likely that people will be returning to offices soon so now is an ideal opportunity to address the issue of air quality inside our buildings. How can you prepare buildings for the arrival of staff, whether in co-working spaces or as the sole tenants asks Mark Grayston, Product Manager, Mitsubishi Electric.</em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19684.photo.2.jpg?m=1632137453" alt="CIAT ClimaCIATpower"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19684/CIAT_Introduces_CLIMACIATPower_Air_Handling_Unit_Range_with_High-Efficiency_Heat_Recovery_Option_.html">CIAT Introduces CLIMACIATPower Air Handling Unit Range with High-Efficiency Heat Recovery Option </a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">20 September, 2021</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>CIAT has extended its range of air handling units (AHUs) with the addition of higher capacity units with the option of high-efficiency heat recovery. </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19683/UV-C_Light_System_Mounted_Within_Air_Handling_Units_Helps_Improve_Indoor_Air_Quality_.html">UV-C Light System Mounted Within Air Handling Units Helps Improve Indoor Air Quality </a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">20 September, 2021</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>A powerful ultra-violet C (UV-C) light disinfection system that targets viruses and bacteria is now available as an integrated option on CIAT’s air handling units (AHUs). </em></p> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> <div class="middleArticle articlelist--wrapper py-3 border-bottom"> <div class="image img-articlelist"> <img class="img-fluid photo-first" src="//cdn595.pressflex.net/images//19682.photo.2.jpg?m=1632136668" alt="SS Great Britain"/> </div> <div class="copy"> <div class="headlineWrapper"> <p class="headline headline-sub"><a href="/news/fullstory.php/aid/19682/Energy_saving_EC_fan_upgrades_at_Brunel_92s_SS_Great_Britain_.html">Energy saving EC fan upgrades at Brunel’s SS Great Britain </a></p> <div class="publication-date"><span class="paramv">20 September, 2021</span></div> </div> <div class="summary"> <p><em>Munters recently completed a pioneering upgrade of the dry dock air handling unit (AHU) at Brunel’s SS Great Britain. 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