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Performance Awards: dramatic building performance


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new focus on renovation and renewal emerged at last month’s Building


achievements in existing and re- modelled buildings were celebrated, alongside ground- breaking new build projects and industry-leading teams. The Engine Shed, at the heart of Scotland’s new Building


Conservation Centre, was named Building Performance Champion for 2020. Transforming redundant Ministry of Defence buildings, this glorious project, entered by engineering firm Max Fordham, also won the Public Use project category. The new Retrofit category was won by the Bartlett School of Architecture building, 22 Gordon Street. Entered by BuroHappold this project demonstrates the potential for huge


improvement in existing buildings. Judges praised the Max Fordham team for the attention to detail in all aspects of the design: energy efficiency was one consideration, but so was a focus on materials. Re- cycled, re-used and locally-sourced materials were first choice to minimise waste and the plan even considered the impact of the eventual deconstruction of the building.


Natural ventilation and daylight were prioritised in the design. A detailed post-evaluation study demonstrated excellent energy performance in practice, and also monitored the wellbeing of the people working in the facility. Results during the very hot summer in 2018 were particularly impressive as occupants remained comfortable as outside temperatures soared. In its design work on the refurbished


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Coolair Equipment turns 40


There are celebrations at Coolair Equipment Limited as the air conditioning specialist celebrates its 40th anniversary.


uThe Engine Shed, at the heart of Scotland’s new Building Conservaon Centre uBartlett School of Architecture


BPMA’s Skills Development Porolio expanded to include Management Training


he British Pump Manufacturer’s Association (BPMA) has announced the introduction of three brand new ‘management training’ courses. In partnership with an experienced and hugely engaging independent lecturer, each stand-alone course is aimed at those individuals within the pump sector who have been newly promoted and/or are completely new to a management role within their company. These new courses are specifically designed to help and support newly promoted managers within SMEs gain the tools, skills and understanding required to help them confidently and successfully progress into their new management role.


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Each classroom-based course will be held at the BPMA’s dedicated training facility in West Bromwich, as follows: uCommunication Skills (1 day) – 28th April 2020 uFinance for Non-Financial Managers (2 day) – 3rd & 4th June 2020


uManagement Essentials for 21st Century Managers (3 day) – 7th, 8th & 9th July 2020 Gary Wilde, Technical Services Manager at the BPMA said of the new courses, “We have been asked on numerous occasions by members and non-members alike if we could offer management courses of this type, and so I am thrilled that we are now able to do so. We have engaged an excellent course leader who will deliver these courses in a way that both informs and inspires.”


1970s building housing the Bartlett School of Architecture, BuroHappold Engineering demonstrated just how much can be achieved in existing buildings. Pre and post occupancy evaluation of the building showed an impressive 60% reduction in energy use per m2 while the useable floor area of the building was simultaneously increased by 40%. Overall, the building’s Display Energy Certificate rating was improved from G to D. Detailed monitoring of the building not only measured energy consumption but also focused on the experience of the building occupants. High levels of satisfaction were reported, and this ongoing monitoring also allows for identification of areas for potential improvement which can then be actioned.


London South Bank University launches new joint research and innovaon centre


ondon South Bank University (LSBU) launched a new joint research and innovation centre with the world- renowned Building Services Research and Innovation Association


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The BSRIA-LSBU Innovation Centre(‘BLIC’) will support building services in the construction sector by promoting industry-relevant, collaborative research between LSBU’s School of Architecture and the Built Environment (BEA) and BSRIA staff and members.


LSBU is one of the leading UK universities educating and training building services engineers for employment in the construction sector. The University’s graduates account for around 70 per cent of Building Service Engineers employed in the UK construction sector every year.


Professor George Ofori, Dean of LSBU’s School of Architecture and Built Environment, said: “Around 80 per cent of the UK’s existing real estate accounts for more than 40 per cent of UK carbon emissions. In order to meet the UK’s future obligation to reduce carbon emissions by 80 per cent, we must first focus on developing research and innovation to help improve the quality of existing buildings, which are often neglected.” Tom Smith, Chairman of BSRIA, said: “BSRIA is delighted to be linking its expertise and reach to that of LSBU and views this collaboration as part of the drive to not only pool the expertise and knowledge of both organisations, but to create new opportunities and ideas for the sector while tackling the challenges presented by climate change.”


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The Collaboration category presented an effective and practical process to minimise the performance gap in school buildings, involving the main contractor, building performance analysis consultant and BMS controls subcontractor working together. The award was presented to Bowmer + Kirkland / Integrated Environmental Services. Other winners included the Institute of Physics headquarters entered by AECOM, and Elementa Consulting and BuroHappold Engineering in the consultancy categories. The Victoria-based HVAC Centre of Excellence – established to address the chronic shortage of building services professionals in Australia – won the Learning and Development category.


Quiet Mark launches Acouscs Academy


uiet Mark, the international champion award for quiet high-performance technology and solutions to unwanted noise, launched the world first online platform developed to showcase expertly verified acoustic solutions for architects, designers, contractors, build-developers, specification- buyers and the wider building sector. Acoustics Academy presents Quiet Mark approved solutions to unwanted noise to further equip and empower the building sector for every scenario. This includes science-made simple commentary, installation insights for building sector materials and Quiet Mark approved products in consumer and commercial technology sectors.


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By simplifying the complex world of sound design, Acoustics Academy helps this vital industry audience understand and compare the most reliable and best- performing products on the market. This is achieved through like-for-like comparisons and validation of products, which are organised into a master directory for their performance, design, sustainability, suitability and cost-effectiveness.


Acoustics Academy has been developed in partnership with Quiet Mark’s expert acoustic teams including world-renowned acoustic consultants; Anderson Acoustics, Head Acoustics and Intertek, using leading sound measurement expertise to independently review all products equally and condense complex data to provide accessible market comparisons. The Acoustics Academy framework includes specialist products, materials and technologies. This covers every type of acoustic solution for all building application scenarios including; approved specialist Acoustic Glazing, Sound Barriers, Panels, Pumps, Acoustic Doors, Insulation, Commercial Ventilation, Acoustic Plasters and Surfaces and much more.


The firm was established on February 13, 1980. Back then, the average wage was £6,000 and a litre of petrol was just 28p. Petrol prices and salaries have grown somewhat, and so too has Coolair. Originally established above a terraced house on Debdale Lane in Gorton, the nationwide firm now operates out of three offices.


Gira UK announces new


Branch Oce Gira, one of the world’s leading full-range suppliers of intelligent system solutions for building management, announce a new Branch Office in Greater London. NEW ADDRESS Gira UK Ltd


Unit 8 Firmdale Village, Ryan Drive,


Brentford, Middlesex TW8 9ER


All other business communication will remain as is, ensuring continued accessibility for any technical enquiries you have regarding Gira UK, its products and services.


Worcester Bosch claims space in YouGov top


domesc brands Worcester Bosch has been awarded 6th place in the highly coveted YouGov Top 10 Domestic Appliance Brands, as recommended by their customers. It joins the list alongside Bosch Home appliances, as some of the most desired appliance brands in the UK.


YouGov BrandIndex is one of the most authoritative and thorough measurements of brand perception amongst consumers, with thousands of consumers and brands being measured every day.


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