SPONSORS WHAT’S NEW Copper Destroys Viruses. Could it help now?


t can destroy norovirus, MRSA, virulent strains of E. coli, and coronaviruses – potentially including the novel strain currently causing the COVID19 pandemic.


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Copper is antimicrobial Today, we know precisely what protects a person handling copper day in and day out from a bacterial threat: Copper is antimicrobial. It kills bacteria and viruses, sometimes within minutes. Among the list of microbes copper defeats quite easily are norovirus, MRSA, a staph bacteria that has become resistant to antibiotics, virulent strains of E. coli that cause foodborne illness, and coronaviruses  possibly including the novel strain currently causing the COVID19 pandemic.


Luceco energy efficient


lighting used in The Abu Dhabi Future School Program


kindergartens located in Al Maqam and Zakher in Al Ain City which is part of Phase Eight of the Abu Dhabi Future School Program. Numerous luminaires from Luceco were specified


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including LuxPanel installed into ceiling grids, and downlighters including the Carbon and the FType. This popular compact downlight family includes F Type Fixed, FType Adjustable, FType Dim2Warm and FType Colour Change, all comprising of low glare crystalline lens and diecast aluminium thermal rod heatsink, with speed and ease of installation guaranteed due to Clip & Fit and Speed Fit wiring. Superefficient Samsung LED chips deliver


100Llm/cW, with FType also offering leading and trailing edge dimming compatibility as standard.


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Type Fixed and Adjustable are available in 3000K and 4000K colour temperatures with Dim2warm delivering a range from 22002700K colour temperatures. FType Colour Change offers colour temperature adjustability via a wall switch for maximum flexibility options of 3000K, 4000K and 6500K. The buildings housed 18 classrooms for 720


students and included administration facilities, student's rest lobby, offices for teachers and multipurpose halls. IP65 rated Eco Climates and Atlas bulkheads were supplied to meet the external lighting requirement including play areas and parking bays.


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that will help you choose the right pump to meet your needs. This is regardless of if you are looking at a new or a replacement project, or even if you just want to find out more information about the pumps you already have.


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eady to help when you need it, the Grundfos Product Center (GPC) is a bespoke online search and sizing tool


uceco energy efficient lighting has been installed in two new schools in Abu Dhabi. The project involves the construction of two


Could copper have helped prevent the current situation? Nobody knows this for certain. However, its properties are unmistakable, and judging by the effects COVID 19 has on not only human health but also on the economy, any ostensibly higher upfront cost pales to nothing. Drinking water is another hygienically


critical area. While water as such does not transmit coronaviruses and much of the piping is hardly ever touched, having unlimited, completely maintenancefree piping and fittings with antimicrobial properties that is simultaneously ideally suited for contact with water sounds like an excellent idea to many.


while delivering ultimate efficiency LG Electronics (LG) has launched the


M SANHA provides various piping systems made


from copper or copper alloys, many of which such as the press fit series 6000 have extensive certifications like WRAS, CSBT, or TÜV.


copperalliance.com www.sanha.co.uk


Make the right choice with the Grundfos Product Centre


Covering a wide diversity of applications


and solutions, we know that this hub attracts people with a broad range of interests in delivering pump solutions from family homes, to commercial building applications, industrial applications as well as clean and wastewater solutions. As this lexible platform is available


whenever you need to access it, you can choose to use it to suit a variety of needs such as for sizing pumps, browsing the Grundfos product catalogue, finding appropriate replacement pumps, as well as to find pumps for handling specific liquids. You will find that this is the definitive one stopshop for all things Grundfos related, regardless of your application.


www.grundfos.co.uk/gpc Get the lowdown on Grundfos submersibles H


aving seen our wettest February since records began, it is becoming an accepted fact that we are facing more extreme variation in our weather patterns that are


impacting on our rainfall. This means more situations that will require the successful removal of nonaggressive water, drain water or grey wastewater. Regardless of whether this is in an emergency situation or is just part of a scheduled maintenance activity, these various scenarios all require the services of a submersible drainage pump to remove the unwanted water. This is where Grundfos can help as they have a great range


of submersible pumps that through their robust design and reliable operation, will support many drainage scenarios. Like the lightweight Unillift CC range that are virtually maintenance free and are the preferred solution for a range of applications including ponds and swimming pools. The Unilift KP is a stainlesssteel family that are great for a range of applications including those involving effluent from domestic septic and sludge treatment systems. Where there is a greater demand, then the Unilift AP is the right choice for a range of applications as it can cope with a flow rate of 9.44 l/s and a 18m head.


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Shade to measure – Beckhoff kits out new office with automated blinds from Umbra Shading


modern automated building, incorporating a host of smart systems designed with energy saving and increased comfort in mind. Home to some of world’s largest tech manufacturers, the park is a hive of innovation and industry and Beckhoff set out to create a fully automated office perfectly in keeping with its modern surroundings. Using a Beckhoff CX control system, full


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constantlevel lighting control was achieved using DALI2, the updated and enhanced version of the DALI lighting protocol. DALI2 presence and light level sensors were retrofitted into the existing suspended lighting system to achieve better control and aid energy saving. Wireless energyharvesting EnOcean sensors were utilised for temperature, CO2 and external light level measurement and for the switching of additional cabinet lighting. PT100 sensors were placed on heating pipework to measure flow and return temperatures and Umbra Shading – a Beckhoff integration partner – was tasked with delivering automated shading for the building. Using a two wire Standard Motor Interface (SMI) network to their Helios


eckhoff’s new hightech office at the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP) in Rotherham is the perfect example of a


industry’s first 4, 5 and 6 HP R32 refrigerantfueled variable refrigerant flow (VRF) solution, Multi V S. From residential buildings and apartment buildings  that include small balconies with limited installation areas  to small and medium sized stores and offices, Multi V S is the smallest and lightest amongst all R32 refrigerantfueled compact VRF solutions with enhanced efficiency. As the first singlefan R32fueled VRF solution to enter the market,


the volume of LG’s Multi V S has been reduced by approximately 40% and the weight by approximately 23%. With these upgrades, installations in smaller spaces are possible, allowing more flexibility in the building design and installation stages, saving time and cost. Another benefit is the reduction in refrigerant charge. The Multi V S only requires 4.3kg of R32 compared to the previously required 5.6kg. Taking into consideration the fact that VRFs are often installed on


balconies, the product’s aesthetic has also been enhanced with the new structure. Additionally, the new Multi V S operates at a noise level of approximately 5052dBs (A), which can be compared to the sound of normal conversation.


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Caspian fan convectors bring heating comfort to Music Service


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raiseley Music Service in Wolverhampton is a specialist music facility


where the buildings date back over 100 years. The buildings are a rabbit warren of rooms with high ceilings and older sash type windows. The heating system needed a total overhaul and Caspian fan convectors were selected to provide flexible heating in a facility that has variable use of the buildings with both day and evening activities. Caspians now quickly heat the space when it is needed without wasting energy. Each classroom has two Caspian


UV fan convectors mounted high up on the wall and they are also in other rooms including the hall, staff room, and storage rooms. A total of 21 Caspian fan convectors were used in transforming this facility into a welcoming building and where the comfort of the staff and pupils has improved beyond their expectations. The Caspian UVs were installed


at a height of 1.8m above the ground removing them from any possible contact by the children.


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ost compact and light weight among compactsized VRF solutions with R32 refrigerant,


By mounting them at this level a further benefit was that the wall space that was previously covered by the old radiators was open for teaching space. To provide control for the Caspian fan convectors individual room thermostats were placed in each room, allowing teaching staff to set a comfortable room temperature. To find out more about this project: https://bit.ly/2KW404F


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Casella has announced its schedule for courses and webinars for 2020


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motorised roller blinds, five core cable was run to every window area and the new blinds were up and running in under 24 hours, making the installation incredibly cost effective from a wiring and labour perspective. EnOcean window contacts are now in place to protect the blinds from opening or closing if obstructed, thereby avoiding potential damage.


Read the latest at: www.bsee.co.uk As part of a fully integrated building


automation system, the new automated blinds are now working in harmony with the rest of the building, using Beckhoff’s solar position algorithm to deliver optimum levels of shade to the workspace and keeping heat in at night.


www.umbrashading.co.uk www.beckhoff.co.uk


asella, a leading world expert in monitoring solutions for noise, air sampling and vibration, has


announced its schedule for courses and webinars for 2020. The company has aligned a series of


oneday courses on Air Sampling and Noise Monitoring in the Workplace, hosted at its headquarters in Bedford. Delivered by expert trainers, they provide managers and safety practitioners with guides to best practice, compliance and regulations. The Introduction to Air Sampling course will run in March, June,


September and November, and the Introduction to Noise course will be held in February, May, August and October. Both courses offer attendees a pragmatic guide to best practice, current legislation and the practical use of monitoring equipment, suitable for all levels of experience. In addition, Casella will be running monthly free webinars covering


best practices across its core knowledge base and product areas: Introduction to Workplace Noise, Use of SLMs and Noise Dosimeters, Introduction to Personal Dust Monitoring, Setting up Air Sampling Pumps, Introduction to Personal Sampling of Vapours and Gases and Introduction to Hand Arm Vibration. The full schedule of Casella 2020 webinars is available on the Casella


website and, registration is free. To book a place, visit the website or call +44(0)1234844100


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