PRODUCT F INDER

BSS provides more choice

BSS Industrial has developed its range of carbon steel tube fittings and flanges to further improve its offering and service to water, power, food, drink and utility markets. Whilst supplying carbon steel products to numerous sectors,

BSS is aiming this extensive range at the water industry and mechanical subcontractors who specialise in the fabrication of steel pipework. Developed to make customers’ lives easier, the range of products is also supported by next day delivery through BSS Industrial’s National Distribution Centres in Bulwell, Nottingham and Cross Point, Coventry. Lee Tebbatt, Brand

Sales Director, said: “With the opening of our distribution centre in Bulwell and the support of the NDC at Cross Point, we can now offer a wider selection of carbon steel tube and fittings on a next day delivery. Our Bulwell base also offers in-house machining which gives us the flexibility to machine to customer requirements, providing both a specialist service and batch production in an efficient and economic timescale. There are also a number of special products that can be ordered on demand so that we now have a complete and comprehensive offering to a range of markets.”

www.bssindustrial.co.uk

T&A updates package

Tour & Andersson has recently upgraded its design software. TA- Select 4 is a significant improvement on TA-Select 3. It incorporates greater features and further design functionalities for HVAC consultants and specifiers. The new functions also allow for the simple synchronisation between the software and the recently launched TA-SCOPE balancing instrument. From its initial design through to its long term control, the new

TA-Select 4 software package makes it simple to ascertain the products and technology required to create a hydronically balanced and efficient system. By simply inputting the system’s differential pressure, terminal

unit design flow and pipe lengths, the TA-Select 4 software package will determine which pump head and control and balancing valves are required, whilst providing an uploading package with which updates can be directly transferred to the TA-SCOPE measuring device.

Communicating directly with the hand held TA-SCOPE device,

the software can send system updates between the two mechanisms, helping to speed up the balancing process and enable the installer to check that commissioning is in line with that of the original design.

www.tourandersson.com

Box clever with Fujitsu

Fujitsu’s J-Series is playing an important part as a vital component in a system which provides free and eco-friendly hot water for homes and businesses. The development of the Eco Hot Box, a zero carbon method to produce free hot water, is a major technological breakthrough by All Four Seasons, the air conditioning and heat pump installation specialists. The system is simple in both concept and installation. It consists

of a thermal store, Eco Hot Box and circulation pump connected to Fujitsu’s J-series air conditioning unit. Waste heat from the air conditioning system is simply converted into free hot water when operating in cooling mode. The Eco Hot Box is claimed to actually pay for itself in the first year of operation depending upon the application and continue to provide cost free hot water long into the future. “The Eco Hot Box can be retro fitted to many existing systems –

it is compatible with around 50% of all air conditioning and heat pump systems including splits and VRV/VRF avoiding the need for costly replacement or additional systems, saving money on running costs and drastically reducing carbon emissions,” says the company’s Business Development Manager, Jamie Leader.

www.fgeurofred.co.uk

Powrmatic VPC cabinets

Powrmatic has recently updated and upgraded its VPC cabinet heaters to give the contractor an easier installation - and give the end-user an enhanced and energy efficient performance. Tony Fells, Chief Engineer at Powrmatic, explains the changes and the reasons behind them. “We have redesigned the head from flat top head to one where the rear of the top is sloped down at 45° which gives a smoother air flow path. At the same time we have changed the head size to reduce noise levels,” he says. Heads on one side of the heater are now on extensions so that they are higher than the heads on the other side and can blow over the top of them. This allows heaters to be positioned against a wall and all air flow to be directed in one direction for greater efficiency. The cabinet itself has also had a design makeover. By limiting the

louvred air inlet panels to the front, rear and one side, leaving the remaining side blank, heaters may now be positioned up against a wall thereby reducing the amount of floor space lost to the heater.

www.powrmatic.co.uk

New from SAS International

HCP, the specialist heating division of SAS International, has launched an Integrated Service Panel which can incorporate radiant heating, combining hygienic, space- saving and energy efficient heating with easily installed and maintained services. The prefabricated panels are available in a wide range of sizes to

meet specific requirements and can be integrated within a suspended ceiling or independently mounted. Panels combine a radiant heat source with M&E services such as luminaries, pulse switches, PIR sensors and ventilation points. Access hatches can be incorporated into the panels, providing easy access to the ceiling void preventing damage during construction and maintenance periods. Andrew Jackson, Marketing Director from SAS International comments: “Off-site fabrication techniques reduce build times and costs and the use of integrated service panels leads to reduced programme times, plus improved quality control and productivity. High-level installation ensures floor and wall space is maximised while the panels’ low operating noise levels guarantee a comfortable acoustic environment.” The pre-tested integrated service panels can simply be slotted

into the modular structure providing a flexible solution for a variety of environments from offices and classrooms through to modular bathrooms.

www.hcp-sasint.co.uk

Modular’s lucky seven

A new high performing and stylish 7W LED module from Modular Lighting Instruments can be retrofitted to any of the company’s existing fittings that use a traditional AR111 halogen lamp, to ensure fittings are up to date and as energy efficient as possible. The 7W LED module has been

designed using seven High Power LEDs, six of which are positioned around a central LED. Although the module is available prewired with all seven lights on one circuit – the central LED can also be placed on a separate circuit for emergency lighting purposes highlighting the high quality and practical design of the module. The seven High Power LEDS have been encapsulated in a cast

shape to bring the seven light sources together visually to create a striking and modern look. The LEDs distribute either warm white light (3300 Kelvin, 39 lumens per watt) or cold white light (6600 Kelvin, 49 lumens per watt) depending on the requirement. In addition, the module has been designed so that the LEDs are

slightly recessed in the module to ensure that the light beam is concentrated while at the same time the core of each powerful LED is not immediately visible.

www.supermodular.com

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PIX launch high power belts

When standard wrapped and raw edge cogged belts struggle to cope, PIX Europe believes it now has the answer with the launch of its new high powered belt, produced in both wrapped and cogged sections.

PIX engineers recognised that in some critical applications,

when high levels of torque are applied, belts have a tendency to deflect in the pulley groove. Designed to ensure excellent lateral rigidity, the new high powered belt guarantees minimum deformation of cross section, when in contact with pulley groove. Its special construction with a high modulus, low stretch, tensile member ensures belt stability and higher power transmission capacity - 25-30% higher than a corresponding standard version. There is also less slippage with the new belts - more torque with less slippage reduces energy consumption, and can also extend the life of the belt. At a time when everyone is looking to maximise their green credentials, the importance of this aspect cannot be overstated. Another bonus feature for drive designers is that with the new

high power belts the number of belts in a matched set of a multiple- belt-drive can be reduced and the belt life is also significantly extended.

www.pixeuro.com

In control with Helvar

Reflecting the growing demand for energy-saving commercial lighting control, Helvar has launched its next generation software suite, Touch Studio. Representing a significant advance in lighting management, the

unique Helvar control package bridges the gap between efficient building-wide monitoring and control and scene-setting capability for specific areas. Forming part of a building’s networked systems, Touch Studio allows lighting to be operated via PC – both centrally and from individual workstations. Linked to Helvar’s IMAGINE or DIGIDIM router systems, the

software enables facilities managers to programme pre-set lighting patterns, for optimum efficiency, but also, through fully customisable on-screen control panels, for staff to adjust lighting levels to match the task in hand. Touch Studio’s Editor function offers a selection of user-interface templates that can be easily personalised to include a variety of buttons, sliders and backgrounds to create a user-friendly touch panel. Project designs and lighting scenes can be saved for future use and, combined with the software’s Runtime facility, Touch Studio combines instantly adaptable lighting with intuitive control and system monitoring.

www.helvar.com

Low carbon heat for all

Dimplex is making low carbon heat available to all with the launch of a new range of domestic air source heat pumps. The LAB M range provides efficient heating and hot water for the modern home, yet is competitively- priced and has been designed to keep installation costs low. Since Dimplex became the first mainstream manufacturer to launch air source heat pumps into the UK market in 2005, the technology has become increasingly popular for social housing refurbishment programmes as well as with private domestic consumers. Next year’s 7.5p per kWh ‘clean energy cashback’ under the Renewable Heat Incentive will further add to the already attractive combination of reduced fuel bills and lower carbon emissions. With the forthcoming revised Building Regulations Part L, the introduction in 2011 of the Renewable Heat Incentive and the progression of the Code for Sustainable Homes, air source heat pumps present a major opportunity to reduce carbon emissions from domestic heating and hot water. The compact dimensions of the LAB M range mean that the units

are ideal for the smaller property footprints typical of UK housing, particularly for social housing and also for new build, with today’s dwelling density targets.

www.dimplex.co.uk

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