SPONSORS WHAT’S NEW Rehau Smart Plumbing Manifold shortlisted in H&V Awards
been shortlisted in the Domestic HVAC Product of the Year Components & Peripherals category. The H&V News Awards celebrate and
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reward excellence to the most forward thinking businesses and products and highest achievements across the building services industry – and after 25 years 2019 sees the awards celebrating its Silver Anniversary. REHAU opted to put forward its market leading Smart Plumbing Manifold due to its innovative design and purpose. The modular,
to the UK’s envisaged “worst winter in 70 years” is being urged by experts from GEZE UK. Weather forecasters are
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predicting that a polar cold snap could bring the longest whiteout Britain has seen since the 1950s – not the time to find that automatic doors are no longer working properly. GEZE UK’s service director Steve Marshall
says that ensuring doors are properly maintained and working correctly will help reduce heat loss, reduce the chances of water ingress – minimising the chance of slips or trips – and reduce carbon footprint and C02 levels into the building. He advises estate and facilities managers
in, low maintenance terminals to offer a timesaving benefit for the installer, with no screws required. In a speed test carried out by Scolmore, the installation times were compared for their new fast fit connectors, versus the equivalent screw terminal version and typically the fastfit versions were completed in around half the time. The new product launch comes after the
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results of a recent survey carried out among more than 400 electricians revealed that 33% prefer lever type wiring connectors and that over 50% would be willing to pay a premium for a fastfit connection method. The new range will be compatible with
all current Click Flow products – connectors, splitters, distribution boxes and ceiling rose.
arrying out weekly checks on automatic doors in the runup
he finalists for this year’s H&V News Awards have been announced and REHAU’s Smart Plumbing Manifold has
compact product offers a solution for control of water distribution, designed for use in utility cupboards where space is at a premium. It’s timesaving for the installer as it only takes a matter of seconds to install and provides visual checking to ensure it is secure and tight. The new product is a valuable addition to
REHAU’s portfolio with the construction industry moving towards offsite construction – as the Smart Plumbing Manifold can be installed in a factory and connected onsite swiftly and securely.
www.rehau.uk Expected winter whiteout means autos should be checked
to put in place weekly checks to ensure that doors open and close with maximum efficiency. “If the doors form a
secure entrance proper maintenance is essential to ensure that the door leaf or leaves close fully on to
locks or magnetic locks to maintain security,” he said. He recommends a ‘tenpoint plan’ to
keep doors in tip top condition which can be seen at:
www.geze.co.uk/geze/company/news/press article/article/expectedwin For more information about GEZE UK’s
comprehensive range of automatic and manual door closers call 01543 443000 or visit:
www.geze.co.uk Halve the install time with Scolmore’s new fast fit connectors
colmore’s new 20A 3 and 4 Pole Fast Fit Flow Connectors feature push
They are simple to install in just a few quick steps. Allowing installers to safely
connect/disconnect luminaires or appliances in areas that require quick installation and
regular maintenance, the new fastfit connectors will be suitable for a range of applications. Scolmore’s Flow Connector range makes the wiring of a lighting circuit easy, using a combination of connectors, hubs and management boxes. The unique design of the Flow Connector products prevents the possibility of incorrect polarity connection, which is a problem with other similar products that are making their way into the market. For further details email
sales@scolmore.com, contact Scolmore on 01827 63454 or visit:
www.scolmore.com
the category of Building Performance Consultancy of up to 100 employees. James Chaplen – Specification Sales Manager for
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Panasonic UK commented “Now in its twelfth year, the CIBSE Building Performance Awards have become an important and respected industry event, not only in the UK but internationally and helps recognise the excellent people, products and projects that demonstrate engineering excellence in the built environment. We are delighted to be sponsoring these awards.” James will be presenting the prize on the night of
the awards for the category of ‘Building Performance Consultancy of up to 100 employees’ on Tuesday 12th February 2019 at the impressive Grosvenor House Hotel in London. Being a leading global manufacturer in the HVAC&R
industry and known for their diverse network of innovative products, Panasonic regards investment in R&D to be at the forefront of their success. This investment in R&D helps produce leading cutting edge and constantly evolving designs, with advanced technology features. Panasonic believe that working closely with Consultants across the industry to be a crucial part of the development of new and more innovative energy efficient products. For more information on Panasonic’s air
conditioning and heating solutions, please visit:
www.aircon.panasonic.eu
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acilities management (FM) is entering a new era thanks to increased focus on lifetime performance and the need to
Opportunity knocks for FM Obligation
manage financial and health risks in buildings, according to Martin Brady, who is Service Director at Swegon UK&I. Our industry does not just make and install equipment; it keeps people healthy and safe by combining technology with expertise and competence. The challenge is to create a market where that specialist expertise remains engaged with the building throughout its operational life. At the recent BESA National Conference, the
FM profession was challenged to show leadership. CIBSE FM Group chair Geoff Prudence urged the industry to step up and grasp the opportunity to lead and “act with integrity and authenticity”. The Hackitt Review that looked into the role of building regulations and fire safety in the aftermath of the Grenfell tragedy also identified the critical need for a ‘golden thread’ of information to run from the design team throughout the lifetime of the building. The FM is the best person to own this
‘golden thread’ and join up the information trail so that risks can be managed. They have daytoday and intimate involvement with the building and should be able to grasp the big picture of how systems interact and what may happen if you make a change.
Now, however, FM contracts and regimes will be subject to greater scrutiny and the imposition of higher standards. There has always been a moral obligation to manage performance and safety of equipment throughout its operating life, but that obligation will now become more explicit. The best people to maintain equipment are those who make, install and commission it. You can buy that peace of mind when you purchase the equipment or you can spread the cost and secure a longerterm guarantee. This is also a way of addressing the sector’s skills and competency gaps. If the original manufacturer retains a link to the installed equipment, they can ensure it is properly commissioned in the first place and then maintained in a way that keeps the performance close to the original design intent. Of course, a wholesale change to ‘leased’
services will not happen in a hurry and the traditional method still works, but that also works best if the FM keeps specialists – including manufacturers and installers – involved so they can provide ongoing expertise to safeguard performance. Prevention is, after all, better and cheaper than cure.
www.swegon.co.uk Read the latest at:
www.bsee.co.uk
Programme for installers, designed to ensure safe handling of R32 and other flammable refrigerants during installation, servicing and ongoing operation. It follows Toshiba’s announcement earlier this year that it was switching to R32 for use in split and multisplit air conditioning systems immediately, and for use in airtowater heat pumps starting in mid2019. Neil Hitching, sales director of
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Toshiba Air Conditioning, said: "We are pleased to be able to provide installers and service companies with the theoretical and practical knowledge required to handle R32 and other flammable refrigerants safely. Our priority is to ensure the highest standards of safety for all Toshiba installations and the Flammable Refrigerant Training Programme will help to ensure a successful and safe transition to this new class of refrigerants.” R32 is classed as an A2L
refrigerant and is lower in flammability than A2 and A3 refrigerants, such as propane. However, under UK health and safety law and transport regulations, R32 is still considered flammable and the distinction between A2L and A2/A3 refrigerants is not recognised. For this reason, and because flammable refrigerants of all
anasonic is proud to announce their sponsorship for the forthcoming esteemed CIBSE Building Performance Awards 2019 for
Panasonic category sponsor for CIBSE Awards
he latest addition to ESP’s growing CCTV range is the new HDview 4MP CCTV test monitor – an essential product for any installer planning on setting up a CCTV system. The 4” Touchscreen HD CCTV Test Monitor allows a single installer to easily and accurately set up any CCTV camera, including those with on screen menus. It supports analogue and IP CCTV cameras and is compatible with all ESP HDview and Rekor HD cameras. The HDview Test Monitor
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connects to the camera during installation to display an impressive image on the 4” full colour screen, whilst powering the camera directly from its integral 12vDC 1 Amp output. Key features include:
uUp to 5 Megapixel AHD and 4K IP supported uSupports H.264/H.265 compression uVideo snapshot & record
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function uCamera power output uPTZ control function u8MP TVI/4MP CVI/CVBS formats supported It is ideal for use
during an onsite evaluation to aid with camera selection and any trouble shooting – providing the client with a clear example of what viewing angles and coverage can be achieved with the CCTV system being installed. The CCTV Test Monitor
provides up to seven hour constant working time when fully charged, allowing plenty of time to perfect aim, zoom and focus and it can be wrist mounted or hand held to the installer’s preference. It is supplied in a quality, protective carry case. For further information, contact
ESP on 01527 515150, email
info@espuk.com or visit:
www.espuk.com
Toshiba rolls out flammable refrigerants training for air conditioning installers
oshiba Air Conditioning has launched its Flammable Refrigerant Training
uNeil Hitching, sales director of Toshiba Air Conditioning
the course, which is also available through its Rewards scheme, effectively making it available free to those enrolled on the scheme with sufficient points. Toshiba has joined forces with
industry training organisations Business Edge and the Practical Refrigeration Training Centre, which will offer the course in the south of England at Waterlooville and Tiverton, in the midlands at Milton Keynes, and in the North at Burnley. The course is approved and validated by City & Guilds and Logic Certification. The oneday programme covers
uToshiba Mirai operating on R32 refrigerant
classes are likely to become more widely used in future, the Toshiba training programme covers safe handling of all flammable refrigerants, and equips installers to handle both A2L and A2/A3 refrigerants. Toshiba is offering customers a contribution towards the cost of
safe handling of all A2L, A2 & A3 flammable refrigerants, and includes: uThe dangers of working with hydrocarbons, including health and safety requirements and identification of hazards; uRegulations, codes of practice and industry recommendations for installation, servicing and maintaining and decommissioning hydrocarbon systems; uProperties of hydrocarbon refrigerants, their advantages and disadvantages and typical applications; uHow to plan and prepare for work on hydrocarbon RAC systems – risk assessments, appropriate tools and PPE, and establishment and maintenance of a safe area; uServicing and maintaining hydrocarbon RAC systems; For more details, and to
register:
www.toshiba-aircon.co.uk/ flammable-training/
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