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performance remains compliant. However, between these validation events there is often little continuous evidence that ventilation is operating optimally, that environmental conditions remain appropriate, or that energy is being used efficiently. “Our presentation introduced Aristotle,
a hybrid multi-sensor ventilation control platform that enables environmental conditions to be measured continuously within the clinical space itself. By combining real-time monitoring with intelligent control of ventilation systems, it becomes possible to maintain compliant environmental conditions whilst also identifying opportunities to reduce unnecessary energy consumption and provide estates teams with continuous operational assurance. “What made the session particularly
enjoyable was the quality of the discussion. The dragons challenged assumptions, asked practical questions about implementation, compliance, integration and return on investment, and created an environment where innovation had to demonstrate genuine value rather than simply being different. Those conversations are exactly what our sector needs if we are to continue improving healthcare infrastructure while responding to increasing financial and sustainability pressures. “Innovation within healthcare estates is rarely about replacing existing standards; it is about building upon them. The opportunity now is to move from periodic snapshots of performance towards continuous evidence that critical
The Dragons’ Den format is particularly valuable because it requires innovators to move beyond technical detail and explain, in a short period of time, why a new approach genuinely matters Andrew Carnegie, managing director, Air Sentry
environments are operating as intended. “I would like to thank everyone
involved in organising the event. Creating opportunities where new ideas can be
openly challenged, debated and recognised helps drive innovation across the profession, and I hope to see the Dragons’ Den become a regular feature of future conferences.”
Steve Rham, sales and marketing director, P4 “The Dragons’ Den session at this year’s IHEEM Conference was a novel way of sharing information with delegates about the benefits of company products and services, without being a corporate sales pitch.
“I enjoyed the process of delivering my presentation on self-testing emergency lighting, which was aimed at being engaging and informative. After the presentation I was asked many questions by the panel of ‘dragons’ – just like the TV show – and by the audience. “This brought out more on the topic,
and gave room to highlight the importance of emergency lighting further. I would absolutely encourage more companies to get involved and present in coming years!”
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Air Sentry’s Andrew Carnegie (left) receives the winner’s trophy from IHEEM President Nigel Keery.
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