Martin Whiteley, Managing Director of Roperhurst, explains why plastic ductwork remains the material of choice for fume extract systems, and why design, fabrication and installation are vitally important considerations. In modern construction and refurbishment projects, ductwork rarely grabs the headlines.…
David Mowatt, Chairman of the Smoke Control Association (SCA), offers guidance on maintaining these life safety systems and examines the wider framework shaping smoke control system maintenance today. In the event of a fire, smoke often presents the most immediate…
Ian Palmer, Head of UK Specification at Airflow Developments Ltd highlights why air quality and acoustic considerations in education buildings are key to better learning environments. As schools, colleges and universities upgrade or refurbish their buildings, ventilation has become a…
The ventilation industry plays a critical role in maintaining safe, healthy environments in buildings. Gary Nicholls, MD and founder of Swiftclean and Swift Fire Compliance – and co-author of both TR19 Air and TR19 Grease and their predecessors – says…
Dave Rhodes, Technical Manager at Albion Valves (UK), delves into critical factors for successful application of PRVs – particularly in high-rise applications. Pressure Reducing Valves (PRVs) play a critical role in addressing pressure management in modern plumbing systems, especially in…
Phillip Handley, Country Manager for Walraven highlights the key material and lifecycle considerations for sustainable M&E support systems As the building services industry intensifies its focus on net zero targets and circular economy principles, mechanical and electrical (M&E) contractors are…
Josh Collins, Heat Network Manager for Altecnic explains why BESA’s HIU Test Regime is supporting better performance for the low-carbon heat networks of the future. The UK’s transition to low-carbon heat networks is about scale and quality. With over 50,000…
