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New Single Width SPD added to Elucian consumer unit range
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colmore continues to expand its Elucian by Click consumer unit range to provide electricians with the broadest possible range of units and protective devices to cater for all installation requirements. With SPDs now mandatory for domestic and commercial premises, Scolmore has
added a new single width, double pole SPD to the Elucian range. This new slimline version of the existing 2 Pole, Type 2 SPD in a single 18mm module width, comes supplied with the following tails as standard:
230mm Live Tail
230mm Neutral Tail 400mm Earth Tails
The existing Elucian 2 Pole Type
2 SPDs are a twin size module (36mm) taking up two ways inside a consumer unit. The development of the new single width module (18mm) means that for all installations where an SPD is required, an extra space is gained within the consumer unit as they now only take up one way inside. It is less than two years since Scolmore entered the consumer unit market with a comprehensive range of metal consumer units and the range has been proving hugely popular with installers. The initial product line up was expanded a year ago to incorporate a number of SPD populated units. Elucian Switch-Disconnector Units and Combination Units were made available with SPDs pre-installed, giving installers greater flexibility when working on a range of projects. The addition of the new single width SPD demonstrates Scolmore’s commitment to continue to develop the highly successful Elucian by Click range for the benefit of installers and wholesalers alike. SPDs (Surge Protective Devices) are used to protect the electrical installation, which consists of the consumer unit, wiring and accessories, from electrical power surges known as transient overvoltages. They are also used to protect sensitive electronic equipment connected to the installation, such as computers, televisions, washing machines and safety circuits, such as fire detection systems and emergency lighting. Equipment with sensitive electronic circuitry can be vulnerable to damage by transient overvoltages. The Elucian brochure showcases all the latest additions to the range and can be downloaded from the website -
www.scolmore.com/products/elucian – as well as the Scolmore Group app.
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FEATURE The benefits of professional planning
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t comes as no surprise that any piping system must be tight and able to the job for a very long time. Apart from heating, gas and drinking water demand careful attention. Good planning can help to ensure a safe, hygienic and long-lasting piping system – and this is where the SANHA planning service comes into play. Our planning service not only provides support for large construction projects. It also scores with a
high level of data transparency and accuracy for all parties involved. At the same time, it significantly relieves the workload of engineering offices or other technical planners. Time-saving support at no additional cost? High workload, capacity bottlenecks or an unusual construction project - the reasons for using the SANHA planning service are manifold. This applies not only to planners, but also to larger installation companies. SANHA offers various modules based on the relevant standards and technical regulations. These include heating and drinking water, pipe network calculations, line diagrams, floor and project plans as well as detailed suggestions on the pipes and fittings needed. What’s best: All this support comes for free when our material suggestions are followed! The planning itself can be carried out in various programmes and formats such as BIIM Revit, PlancalNova or others. Of course, the data needed for all SANHA piping systems is readily available here as well, should
you chose to plan the piping yourself. Planners or planning installation companies can access the data for BIM Revit, VDI 3805 data sets and PlancalNova. In addition to the CAD data, all necessary information such as dimensions, weight, AISI numbers and materials or thread types is readily available with a few clicks. Contact us today at 01628 819245 or
webuk@sanha.com.
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Vent-Axia Provides Advice on Part F of the Building Regulations for Commercial and Industrial Buildings
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ith the amended Part F of the Building Regulations coming into effect from 15th June 2022, leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is offering advice on the changes for commercial and industrial clients. With Part F (Means of Ventilation) focusing heavily on health and
wellbeing, a key addition to the document is a new section on monitoring indoor air quality (IAQ). Other key points include designing ventilation systems to minimise external pollutants entering indoor spaces, and assessing ventilation requirements when installing energy efficiency measures to ensure good IAQ. The scope of Part F of the Building Regulations covers both new build and refurbishment and
now looks to both minimise the entry of external pollutants and ensure humidity and pollutants are extracted effectively and efficiently. The document also includes guidance on minimum levels of air quality, to ensure good occupant health, and considers ways to monitor IAQ as part of this. Furthermore, the document looks at energy efficiency and ventilation requirements. While the Regulations cover both residential and commercial, a new change for the Building Regulations is that flats with communal areas are now seen as commercial rather than residential buildings. With the pandemic highlighting the importance of good ventilation to mitigate virus transmission, Part
F is also introducing improvements to ventilation in new non-residential properties to help prevent the spread of airborne viruses. In fact, it states that in “locations where continuous talking or singing takes place, or there are high levels of physical activity (such as dancing, playing sport or exercising), providing ventilation sufficient to keep CO2 levels below 800ppm is recommended”. There is also a sub section entitled ‘Indoor Air Quality Monitoring’, which states that in new buildings in the occupiable rooms it refers to there “should have a means of monitoring the indoor air quality. This may be achieved using CO2 monitors or other means of measuring indoor air quality.” These actions will help ensure better indoor air quality in non-residential properties. “Amended Part F of the Building Regulations recognises the role of low carbon ventilation in the health and energy efficiency of buildings. To help consultants, contractors, developers and facilities managers understand and comply with the new regulations, at Vent-Axia we can offer guidance and advice including offering a new certified CPD”, said David Cook, Technical Product Manager at Vent- Axia. “Our commercial and industrial team can explain the changes to the legislation, how this affects ventilation in non-residential properties and what solutions are available.” Published on 15th December 2021, the Building Regulations are being hailed as a “vital step to improve indoor air quality”. Consultants, contractors, developers and facilities managers who would like further information on how the amendments to Part F affect commercial and industrial building can contact Vent-Axia directly. The company now offers a CPD ‘Legislation for Commercial Ventilation’ which is Certified by The CPD Certification Service. The CPD will inform delegates of the recent changes to the legislation, focusing on Approved Document F (Means of Ventilation) and Approved Document L (Conversation of Fuel and Power). Delegates can sign up to the CPD by visiting
https://www.vent-axia. com/building-regulations-webinars. Vent-Axia can also provide expertise and advice on the ventilation solutions available for non-residential properties; design considerations such as noise and ingress of pollutants; as well as installation and commissioning.
Vent-Axia is well prepared for the amendments to Part F for non-residential properties, with a wide range of sensors. These include sensors for CO2, which can be discreetly located on a wall and can intelligently boost ventilation based on the detected CO2 levels. They can also provide a warning indication for occupants if CO2 levels rise above acceptable levels with a useful traffic light system on the front, so occupants can activate purge ventilation when required. These sensors are designed to work in conjunction with a wide range of ventilation solutions including the Sentinel Range of demand controlled inline fans, suitable for either supply of fresh air or extracts of stale air. The inclusion of a CO2 sensor in the control provides optimal air quality control yet minimising the actual running costs of the fan. For more simplistic ventilation solutions where ducting cannot be easily installed Vent-Axia’s Lo-Carbon T-Series fans can provide background or purge ventilation and are easily fitted to an existing window or through a wall. To find our more visit:
https://www.vent-axia.com/building-regulations-webinars For further information on all products and services offered by Vent-Axia telephone +44 (0)344 856 0590 or visit our website.
www.vent-axia.com. 28 BUILDING SERVICES & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER FEBRUARY 2023 Read the latest at:
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