31 July 2015

Luxonic’s LED lighting showcased at Manchester’s Hotel Football

Blog from Tom Rowbottom, Assistant Editor on Buildingtalk Luxonics LED lighting showcased at Manchesters Hotel Football Last week, I was invited for a tour of Hotel Football, Manchester by Martyn Wherry and Ray Conboy of LED lighting specialists, Luxonic. Hotel Football, Old Trafford Opened in February, the £24m hotel is the brainchild of Manchester United[…]

  • 31 July 2015

31 July 2015

HVAC industry leaders sign up to UK Construction Week

HVAC 2015 will provide companies with the opportunity to showcase their latest products to a large, assorted audience of construction professionals. HVAC 2015 will take place as part of UK Construction Week this October So far, a number of big industry names have signed up to exhibit: WIKA Instruments, Airflow Developments and IBD Distribution are[…]

  • 31 July 2015

28 July 2015

Tackling overheating in homes: Perceived heat and humidity

Michelle Sharp, Group Communications Manager at Zehnder Group UK There are three major factors that are causing an increase in overheating in homes: Zero Carbon energy efficiency agendas, Climate Change and Increased Urbanisation. The Urban Heat Island effect Keeping residential dwellings ‘comfortable’ for occupants is a fine balancing act; in cities, keeping them cooler is[…]

  • 28 July 2015

27 July 2015

Air conditioning systems discounted for anniversary celebrations

By using Space Air’s online purchasing system, customers can benefit from a 2.5% discount throughout August. Meanwhile, customers already using the service can enjoy an extra 5% discount when payment for selected Daikin goods is made online using PayPal, Visa, MasterCard or Amex. Online purchasing Space Air’s online facility has been designed to offer an[…]

  • 27 July 2015

24 July 2015

Advanced shower toilet installed to help young twins

DIY SOS’s latest Big Build project was completed for Jenny and Mark Corns, who thought they would never be able to have children. After rounds of fertility treatment and the devastation of giving birth to stillborn twins, the couple welcomed their daughter, Abigail, three years ago. Jenny fell pregnant again, and gave birth to identical[…]

  • 24 July 2015

21 July 2015

Piping and sanitary system training modules announced by Geberit

The free-to-attend training modules feature a wide range of washroom and bathroom products helping to create a modern bathroom installation, in addition to piping systems providing a means to supply water, heat and energy to buildings. Installers can choose from a selection of training modules, tailored for their specific needs and level of experience. Bespoke[…]

  • 21 July 2015

17 July 2015

Condensation controlling ventilation unit achieves BBA accreditation

BBA certification is a mark of reliability, safety and quality, which has been developed to provide reassurance that a product is fit for its purpose. Products and systems must pass a series of laboratory tests, on-site evaluations, inspections of production and quality management checks before the accreditation can be awarded. Vent-Axia’s Lo-Carbon PoziDry PIV system[…]

  • 17 July 2015

13 July 2015

Replacement air conditioning systems for London landmark building

Based in London’s prime business location, 330 Holborn Gate has been closely associated with the legal profession for hundreds of years. The glass-fronted office building, which is renowned as a landmark, has recently undergone a major refurbishment. Space Air was asked to contribute to the renovation project; the company was specified to supply the installation[…]

  • 13 July 2015

09 July 2015

Fernox becomes Industrial Associate of CIPHE

Since 1973, over 260 organisations have become Industrial Associates of CIPHE. Affiliates, such as Fernox, have the technical resources and knowledge to help the CIPHE customer support team provide exemplary service. Industrial Associates also collaborate to produce the internationally recognised Plumbing Engineering Services Design Guide. CIPHE Members CIPHE has a membership of over 7,000 individuals[…]

  • 09 July 2015

08 July 2015

WIKA Instruments announced as latest exhibitor at HVAC 2015

WIKA Instruments manufactures mechanical, mechatronic and electronic instruments for the measurement of pressure, temperature and level in heating and ventilation systems. HVAC 2015 is part of UK Construction Week, which will take place this October Its products are used to design boilers, gas thermal units, air conditioning systems, heat pumps and ventilation systems. It will[…]

  • 08 July 2015