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MVHR unit supplying fresh air and extracting exhaust air
bypass mechanism so that the dwelling does not overheat during the summer, are also essential features. It is advisable to choose a ventilation system that includes a 100 per cent effective bypass mechanism to ensure the MVHR unit reduces solar gain by guar- anteeing that the supply air is never warmed unnecessarily by the hot extract air passing through the heat recovery core. As our buildings become increasingly tightly sealed and properly insulated it is only reasonable to assert that noise from the outside will permeate less. This means the noise output of ventilation systems will become more noticeable to clients. Therefore it is also important to specify ventilation units that incorporate low energy/noise EC fans and a thick insulation casing to significantly decrease noise levels. High-performance ducting can also help reduce noise by up to 29 dB and ensure zero leakage of incoming and outgoing air.
Advice for architects
Those responsible for planning ventilation in any building and wishing to take advantage of the latest energy recovery and interactive technology should
always seek advice from reputable manufacturers to help specify the most effective solution. Specialist firms will be able to examine the size and type of the building and look at where an architect is planning to have ventilation installed to suggest how each dwelling can optimise air quality – and which system will ensure the right rate of air extraction per room.
Effective control of the chosen ventilation system is an absolute prerequisite for an energy efficient dwelling. Without controls that are correctly set up (as well as understood and used by end-users) maximum efficiency can never be achieved. Giving homeowners the ease and accessibility to simply register their smart ventilation unit to the Cloud and control air flow settings via a computer, mobile or fixed controller is one route to success. Not only will this mitigate energy wastage and improve air quality – but also help contribute to a better quality of life.
John Kelly is marketing manager at Airflow Developments
Over 18 years of experience
A well-managed ventilation system helps avoid mould formation on walls and ensures that you, your family, friends or colleagues breathe cleaner, fresher air. There are three popular types of ventilation technologies, heat recovery systems, positive input ventilation and extract ventilation.
With over 18 years of professional experience in the trade, ESS Ventilation is a reputable provider of ventilation systems, and can offer excellent solutions for mould and condensation removal as well. We serve South London and the South East.
info@essllp.co.uk Luceco lights The Central Mall
The Central Mall is one of the major shopping destinations in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi. Luceco supplied a full LED lighting solution package for the project, the main product was the LED Indus linkable high output linear luminaire, offering 50,000 hours of maintenance free operation. The Hypermarket and branded showrooms at The Central Mall will be the first Shopping Mall in Abu Dhabi to be fully equipped with LED lighting, providing significant operational benefits including reduced carbon emissions and operational costs, improved energy effi- ciency and no maintenance requirements. The contract to supply The Central Mall in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi confirms Luceco’s position as a leading LED lighting solutions supplier in the UAE, as well as representing a milestone as the first Shopping Mall in Abu Dhabi to be fully equipped with LED lighting technology.
01952 238 100
www.luceco.com Colour flooring for creative interiors
Polyflor has recently announced the launch of Bloc PUR, a vibrant collection of solid colour sheet flooring in a broad spectrum of 16 enticing colours. Designed to provide either a subtle backdrop or a bold, modern statement in the retail, leisure and commercial sectors, Bloc PUR is a high performance heterogeneous sheet floor- covering with a textured matt finish. Developed
after feedback from the marketplace revealed a desire for a much sought after plain decoration flooring, Bloc features an innovative, fully pigmented, homogeneous 0.7mm wear layer of pure colour.
0161 767 1111
www.polyflor.com
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