A simple upgrade of a commercial boiler could save landlords from a hefty fine, when new legislation comes into force in April 2018. The Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England & Wales) Regulations 2015 will make it unlawful to let properties that fail to meet a minimum energy efficiency standard (MEES). This is under the […]
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For refrigeration units to have a positive environmental impact, it is imperative to control the energy usage of the system. In other words, you need to ensure the system can be cooled to the temperatures you require with the minimum amount of energy. The general rule is that between 75 and 85% of a refrigeration
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For a number of years, the beginning and end of water treatment in HVAC systems has been to control the growth of legionella. This remains a prominent issue and new HSE guidelines have recently been issued to further advise organisations on how to control this, but further new legislation has also been published to highlight
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Any ventilation system is reliant on the type of ducting used to ensure its effective running. Problems with ducting including the slumping of flexible ducting, the wrong type of joints and leaking ducts can lead to problems with the system’s performance. Up to 20% loss of efficiency can be accredited to kinks and other mechanical
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It is a legal requirement for any public building to have an emergency lighting system and there are clear guidelines provided by The British Standard (BS 5266-1:2011). Employers who fail to maintain their buildings to this standard can find themselves facing criminal charges. However, while this standard recommends the type and duration of the system
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