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Saniflo Sanispeed facilitates workshop change of use
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L Mechanical is a Nottingham-based business specialising
in plumbing and pipe fitting engineering services. The company works with a broad portfolio of clients in the commercial and educational sectors designing, engineering and installing new pipework for water, steam & condense, oil and gas, soil and vent, rainwater among a range of other services. An FE college in
Nottinghamshire called on DL Mechanical’s expertise to advise on a change of use project that would improve the facilities for mechanics apprentices. Changing a classroom to a workshop required the installation of a wash down area. A site survey confirmed that no drains were in the immediate vicinity of the required area, so an alternative solution was found. With advice from local plumbers’ merchant, Willbond, a Saniflo Sanispeed+ grey water lifting station
was specified to discharge the water from the new washdown area. With its robust 400-watt motor and low activation level of 95mm, the unit was connected to a Zip water heater and the washdown areas to discharge hot and cold waste water through small bore pipework up 3m to an adjoining pipe. This ran by gravity to a soil and vent pipe some 60m away. Terry Fisher, Mechanical Contracts Manager at DL Mechanical, oversaw the project; “The Sanispeed+ pretty much enabled the project to go ahead. Bar drilling a bore hole – which would
have been prohibitively expensive – a pumped solution was the only way forward. The Saniflo unit is a simple plug and play solution, so proved easy to install and it has been working efficiently and effectively from day one.” The Sanispeed+ is ideal for pumping waste water from appliances and sinks in light commercial applications and with four inlets it connects to a range of appliances. It has a working temperature of 35°C but can handle temperatures up to 75°C for short periods. It has a quiet motor and can be installed below counters or in cupboards out of sight if required.
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IDEAL HEATING LAUNCHES HEAT PUMP RANGE FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
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eading heating appliance manufacturer, Ideal Heating, has launched a new range of monobloc air source heat pumps to help
improve energy efficiency and reduce reliance on natural gas within commercial buildings. Available in six outputs and seven models (14kW, 14kW (single phase), 18kW, 26kW, 32kW, 50kW and 70kW), the ECOMOD range provides a minimum A++ Energy related Products (ErP) efficiency rating and high co-efficient of performance (COP) rating of up to 4.85. R32 refrigerant ensures a low global warming potential (GWP). The heat pumps also include an inverter- controlled compressor that can control the building temperature based on specific requirements of the space, further enhancing the efficiency of a building.
Ideal ECOMOD heat pumps can be used alone or cascaded to meet the heating requirements of larger commercial buildings. They can also be installed alongside other Ideal solutions, such as the EVOMAX 2 and the IMAX XTRA 2 commercial condensing boilers, to build a low carbon hybrid heating system. The range output models are light and compact units in comparison to similar products, making installation and delivery easy. All products also come with a five-year warranty – when commissioned by Ideal Heating and noise levels as low as 68dB(A) – the equivalent of a quiet refrigerator. Chris Caton, Product Director – Commercial Product Management for Ideal Heating, Groupe Atlantic
UK, ROI & NA, said: “The ECOMOD range launches at an important time, as businesses accelerate their decarbonisation efforts to work towards net-zero targets, meet new standards for building regulations, and reduce their exposure to volatile energy prices. With high COPs our new heat pumps enable businesses to reduce a building’s carbon footprint and improve heating efficiency. “What’s more, the range of outputs available means we can cater for many commercial buildings. For
example, our 14kW single phase unit is suitable for sites without access to three phase electricity, such as care homes or community halls, while all units can be cascaded to meet the needs of larger spaces, making them a versatile and cost-effective choice.” Ideal Heating delivers commercial heating solutions that are at the forefront of technology and developed in line with the latest market trends and legislation. For more information please see our website.
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umidity control specialist, Condair, is celebrating its 75-year anniversary. Having been founded in 1948 as Defensor AG in Switzerland by chemist, Dr Bernard Joos, the company is
marking the occasion across its many offices around the world. Tony Fleming, Managing Director of Condair limited, commented,
“75 years is a wonderful milestone to achieve as an organisation. Condair’s longevity is testament to its ability to innovate and proudly develop market leading technology and deliver it with expert knowledge and service support. The company has always been at the forefront of the humidification sector and continues to lead the field in engineering excellence.” The first product offered back in 1948 was an air spray disinfection system, which “defended” against cattle
infections, hence the company name at the time of Defensor. It was soon realised that the humidification properties of the atomiser were greatly beneficial in several manufacturing sectors, particularly cheese ripening rooms. Through the fifties and sixties, Defensor continued to develop humidification technologies in fierce competition with the other main player in the market, Plascon. Spray and evaporative humidifiers were advanced by the two companies, along with the invention of the electrode boiler steam humidifier and the pioneering use of resistive element heaters to boil water and humidify the air. In 1975, a Swiss importing business, Walter Meier, looking to diversify its portfolio acquired Defensor and
entered the humidification market. Then in 1981 it also acquired Plascon, bringing together the two leading humidification companies. The 80s also saw expansion into North America with the acquisition of Nortec, a significant distributor for both Defensor and Plascon, along with the rebranding of Plascon to Condair. The organisation continued to develop throughout the 80s and 90s, until in 1995 the world’s largest humidification company was formed with the fusion of the Defensor and Condair companies under the new name of Axair. Further acquisitions in the sector resulted in a total of 12 humidifier companies being owned by the Walter Meier Group by 2012. The decision was then taken by the principal shareholder, Silvan Meier, to consolidate operations under the motto of “one brand, one company” and bring together all its interests in the humidity control sector under the banner of Condair. Tony Fleming, continues, “Today Condair operates sales and service organisations in 23 countries,
has distribution partners in a further 50 regions, and manufacturing facilities in Asia, Europe and North America. The company has been the driving force in the sector, having invented systems such as the electrode boiler steam humidifier, which is probably the most widely used type of industrial humidifier in the world. “The company continues to innovate with new smart features such as IoT connected devices, ensuring
the end customer gets the very best support directly from the manufacturer. Also with innovative new products, like centrally managed, whole-house residential humidifiers, controlled by a phone app, which are again pushing the boundaries for the industry. “Condair also champions the positive purpose of the sector. The company’s claim “Humidity for a better
life” communicates both the health benefits of maintaining an optimum indoor humidity, alongside the more traditional manufacturing benefits. We deliver solutions that protect people’s health and we’re committed as a global organisation to increasing awareness of this, and to fulfil our duty to make the built environment healthier. We are very proud of our company’s values and heritage, and we are all delighted to wish ourselves a very happy 75th anniversary. ” Tony concludes.
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Definity Complete – the all-in-one solution from Click Scolmore
mbracing feedback from the contractors is what drives product development across the Scolmore Group of companies. In response to the latest feedback Scolmore has taken its popular Definity screwless wiring accessories range and simplified the ordering process.
Up until now, Click Scolmore’s popular Definity screwless wiring accessories range has been supplied as
two separate elements – insert and cover plate – with each requiring its own separate product code. In a move to simplify the ordering process for customers – particularly with online ordering in mind – Definity inserts and cover plates will now be supplied and packaged together as one unit with one product code. Definity has evolved from Scolmore’s well-established Define flat plate accessory range and features all
of the same attributes including modular switching but without the visible fixing screws. Definity goes one stage further by incorporating screwless, push-fit face plates in a range of finishes. Because the face plates are supplied independently of the electrical inserts it means that the initial installation of the product can be carried out and any subsequent maintenance or decoration completed before the final fixing of the face plate. The inserts are available in black, white and grey and there are now eight cover plate finishes to choose from – brushed steel, stainless steel, polished chrome, white, red, black, metal white and metal matt black. Today the Click Definity range of products includes switches, power socket outlets, fused connection
units, 45A switches, control switches, socket and blank plates, telephone and data sockets, satellite and coaxial outlets and media plates. The full range can be viewed on the Scolmore website –
www.scolmore.com. The Definity product brochure can be downloaded from the website as well as from the Scolmore Group app. The new Definity Complete range can be viewed here –
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