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A world of dedication and innovation

o eone as ed this ee ho I as findin ife in a ne ind str . In tr th it’s een a it of hir hat ith o r a ards dinners and ttin faces to na es. It has also been hugely enjoyable and rewarding and I think my early impressions can be summed up in two words: dedication and innovation. There are plenty of examples of both qualities in this month’s issue. Jane artshore deservedly became the �rst recipient of our RACHP Woman of the Year Award in Birmingham and engineers Martyn Ross and Grayme Selkirk have been recognised by the IOR for a lifetime of service to the industry. With people like that passing on their know-how and enthusiasm to the next generation, the future is in safe hands. For innovation, how about Samsung’s latest wind-free air conditioning system, Toshiba’s new heat recovery VRF system or Aggreko’s impressive work with NASA to keep solid rocket boosters cool. Please let me know if your business has a story worth telling. Enjoy the magazine.

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IOR update What does the revision of BS EN378 mean to you?

Mitsubishi Electric Ben Bartle-Ross on getting up to speed with F-Gas changes

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I H I A EW IKEA S ORE

Inside the new IKEA store in Birmingham

Panasonic heating and cooling technology has been installed in the new IKEA “Click and Collect” store in Birmingham city centre. The building was approaching the end of its practical life and is expected to be demolished in the next four years to make way for improvements to Birmingham city centre. Such a short term lease was ideal for IKEA to trial a new store concept, however it meant that the budget was restricted. he additional challenge of working in a city centre environment was the limited electrical power supply, meaning the site did not have su�cient power to deliver heating and cooling - via an electric VRF system - to both the front-of-house retail area and the back of house o�ce. Distributor Logicool provided the Panasonic ECOi and ECO systems to IKEA and worked with contractor S . Logicool supplied two of Panasonic’s gas �red ECO heat pumps to provide heating and cooling to the front of house retail areas. With a COP of 1.25 and EER of . , Panasonic’s ECO heat pump delivers a greater e�ciency than traditional gas �red systems. he ECO ’s utilise the on-site gas supply which meant Logicool were able to deliver the ideal environment for shoppers with minimal

additional demand to the electrical power supply. Logicool supplied 16 of Panasonic’s U1 type 4-way 90x90 cassettes. These units boast an improved noise performance, providing a more comfortable atmosphere for sta� and shoppers. he unobtrusive pro�le of the cassettes ensures that they can be installed discreetly into the retail area and do not distract customers from the products on the shop oor. Logicool and S reduced the number of indoor cassettes but increased the size of the fan coils. In the sta� o�ces and the collection and returns areas, Logicool used Panasonic’s ECOi VRF system to supply heating and cooling, to create a comfortable, climate-controlled environment. The electric-powered VRF system is extremely e�cient, achieving a SCOP . and SEER of . . In the back of house areas S also installed the reliable U1 type 4-way 90x90 cassettes to provide heating and cooling. Panasonic’s new Heat Recovery Control Box was used to further increase the e�ciency of the system, accompanied with the C R C controllers to give sta� the ability to �ne tune their environment and ensure that energy is not wasted through unnecessary operation.

A AS RECEIVES UL CERTIFICATION FOR R227

as has recei ed U certification for the a it of the (H ea) fire suppressant supplied to customers. he internationa certification a so erifies that the sa e testin methods used by A-Gas in the supply of other refri erants s ecia it ases and erfor ance che ica s are a so compliant with market regulations. R227 is the dominant HFC used in �re suppressant systems in the UK. It can be employed in computer rooms, telecommunication centres, clean rooms, semi-conductor manufacturing facilities and industrial process rooms. A as Laboratory Services Supervisor Carla Martins said We are delighted to receive this certi�cation for R which veri�es the uality of our product and the high standard of the processes we use to support it. he certi�cation con�rmed that our R227 was more than 99.0 per cent pure, with a moisture content less than 10 parts per million and a non volatile residue percentage of less than . . his means that we can tell our customers that the product we are supplying is all it should be.” Samples of A as products were taken by the certi�cation agency from the company’s laboratory at its head uarters at Portbury, near Bristol, and tested in the US. UL Standards assesses products and tests components, materials, systems and performance in a wide range of industries across the globe.

Carla Martins of A-Gas

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CLIMAVENETA DRAWS ON ARTS EXPERIENCE

Mitsubishi Electric Hydronics & IT Cooling Systems, through its brand Climaveneta, has supplied the air conditioning system for the rebirth of the Luigi Pecci Centre for Contemporary Art in Florence.

The Pecci Centre has doubled its exhibition space and restructured the original building, adding an archive and specialised library which will include over 50,000 volumes, an outdoor theatre, a cinema/auditorium, a performance space in the galleries, bookshop, restaurant and pub/bistro. The innovative design, by Maurice Nio, is re ected in its sustainable mechanical systems. At the heart of the plant room are two Climaveneta NECS-WQ 0512 water-cooled multi-purpose heat pumps, controlled by MANAGER 3000. The pumps can work in cooling only, heating only, and simultaneous heating

Single process for BIM data

Three construction industry bodies have moved to ease confusion over the process of standardising product information for use in Building Information Modelling (BIM).

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA), the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), and the Construction Products Association (CPA) have agreed on the respective roles of the ‘LEXiCON’ and ‘BIMHawk’ tools in developing standardised product data parameters and structures. This aims to resolve the confusion over whether the two initiatives compete or complement each other. BESA’s David Frise said: “This is just what the industry has been waiting for. It is more than six months since the passing of the government’s deadline for BIM to be mandatory on public sector projects and we need to urgently drive forward the process for gathering and transmitting project relevant data.”

Ingersoll-Rand to acquire Thermocold Ingersoll-Rand is to acquire Thermocold, an Italian company that manufactures and

Exhibition space in the new wing and cooling mode, to satisfy the building’s needs all year round. By choosing multi-purpose heat pumps for the production of both hot and cold water, the HVAC plant designers have selected a fully electric solution, turning down any non-renewable, fossil fuel based system. This kind of choice has been possible thanks to the availability, on the market, of reliable heat pumps, that can work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, even

distributes heating, ventilating and airconditioning (HVAC) systems and solutions for residential, commercial and industrial buildings in Europe. One of Thermocold’s signature solutions includes the innovative multi pipe HVAC system for high e�ciency, simultaneous heating and cooling.

Guidance on sustainability

The European Energy Centre (EEC), the professional body for education in renewable energy, has launched a new department to help organisations achieve long-term sustainability. The Marketing Consultancy Agency, part of the European Centre of Technology (ECT), will support small medium and large organisations by providing specialist guidance from experts working with the ECT on specialist projects. www.theect.org

Ziehl-Abegg sales up 8%

Fan and motor manufacturer Ziehl-Abegg grew sales by 8% in 2016. Sales rose to 482 million Euros (£415m) from 447 million Euros (£385m) in 2015. The number of employees at Ziehl-Abegg has risen to more than 3,550 (previous year 3,450). The company traditionally publishes no information on pro�ts.

without a traditional boiler as back-up. Thanks to the positive reaction to the �rst installation, the designers also planned a replacement of the old heating system in the original building with multi-purpose heat pumps. he �rst step was the refurbishment of the cinema/auditorium, where the autonomous HVAC system is based on a Climaveneta NECS-Q-0262 unit. In this case the designers selected an air source multi-purpose unit.

Tecnair and LU-VE at Data Centre World

Tecnair LV and LU-VE Heat Exchangers, both part of the LU-VE Group, will be featuring UK product launches at the Data Centre World exhibition at ExCel London, 15-16 March.

Tecnair LV is a leading manufacturer of high uality, energy e�cient, close control air conditioners designed for data centres, surgical theatres, laboratories and clean rooms. LU-VE Exchangers are specialists in the design, production and sales of heat exchangers for equipment used in commercial industrial refrigeration, air conditioning, industrial process, power generation and close control air conditioning. eaturing for the �rst time in the UK is the new LU-VE Emeritus range of air-cooled condensers and dry coolers, which unites the advantages of evaporative panels with the spray system managed by a sophisticated control system which increases performance in all climatic conditions. info@luveuk.com

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BITZER UPDATES

BEST SERVICE TOOL Compressor specialist Bitzer has updated its BEST electronic service software. BEST allows engineers to operate all Bitzer IQ products from th eir PC and provides users with a complete overview of the operating status of compressors and condensing units, showing their confi ration and er ittin troubleshooting.

Version 2.7 allows the compressor’s current operation as well as historical data logs to be shown graphically. The units can now be switched to the American and imperial system of measurements and the number of available languages has been extended to eight with the introduction of Chinese and Finnish. Additional refrigerants can now be selected including R450A, R513A, R1234yf and R1234ze in connection with CS compact screw compressors and with the protection device SE-i1 or R513A and R yf for the con�guration of frequency-controlled CSV compact screw compressors.

The BEST update allows graphic display of the operation of the compressor as well as its data logs

The update also includes the compressors CSVH26-200MY-40M, CSVW37-240Y-40A and CSVW38-290Y40A from the same series. For the CMRC-01 operating module in combination with ECOLINE reciprocating compressors, the refrigerants R1234yf and R1234ze

have been added. For the condensing units of the ECOSTAR series, the help text for the list of alarms has also been optimised. If an earlier version of the software has already been installed, it can be updated via the automatic function.

Danfoss gets SMART AT EUROSHOP Danfoss will showcase its latest integrated food retail solutions in its Smart Store at EuroShop 2017 in Dusseldorf. It will include updates on CO2 refrigeration, smart grid integration and intelligent control.

The Smart Store will also feature a mobile training unit for CO2 refrigeration. Visitors can get hands-on experience with CO2 systems and simulations of refrigeration systems optimized for CO2; notably the new Ejector technology designed to bring pro�table CO solutions with high energy e�ciency to warmer climates.

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STANDARDS AND SAFETY

Important changes coming your way

he long-awaited revision of UK version of BS EN378 “Refrigerating systems and heat pumps - Safety and environmental requirements” came out through the BSI in December 2016.

In this extract from its recently published Guidance Note 29 on BS EN378 changes, the Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) explains what contractors and end users need to know about the use and limitations of the new safety standard BS EN378 is a safety and environmental standard, published by CEN, the European Committee for Standards. Safety standards are not legal requirements in their own right. It provides guidance for companies who design, construct, install, operate, maintain and use vapour compression systems for refrigeration, air-conditioning, heat pumps, chillers and other similar systems. It is published in four parts De�nitions, 2-Design, construction, testing, marking and documentation (including manufacturing), 3-Installation (including commissioning) and 4-Operation (including maintenance requirements). In total, the four parts are approximately 180 pages long. BS EN378 provides a way of proving conformity with certain European directives, as parts of it are harmonized for example with The Pressure Equipment Directive, PED (2014/68/EU) and the Machinery Directive, MD (2006/42/EU). BS EN378 was last updated fully in 2008. The 2016 version was revised to bring it into alignment with ISO5149 the international refrigeration safety standard. Part 1 covers design of systems and now includes implications of using the new A2L class of low GWP HFO refrigerants. The A2L refrigerant ammability class is included in the method of charge calculation. Although the charge restrictions look di�erent in the new standard, the calculation actually produces a very similar result; it is only the format of the equation that has changed. However, two new alternative methods

of charge calculation are provided in Part 1. For systems “for human comfort” an equation based on studies of leakage is used to calculate the maximum permissible charge. It uses the LFL (Lower Flammability Limit), the area of the room and a factor representing the type of installation. This applies to heat pumps, and also is likely to apply to air conditioning systems. A system designer is free to choose whether to use the equation calculation method with a stricter upper limit or to add additional safety measures and use a larger charge. The additional safety measures are detailed in clause C.3 Part 1 and present a tightly de�ned set of additional re uirements.

Further Guidance

You can download a copy of the full IOR Guidance Note which has more details of the calculation methodologies and alternatives at www.ior.org.uk In Part new owcharts relating to the selection of protective device requirements are provided. For information only annexes have been added to cover stress corrosion cracking, leak simulation test, commissioning procedure and ignition sources. Part 3 includes changes to the requirements for machinery rooms and the introduction of ammability class 2L. “Special machinery rooms” are now described as “separate refrigeration machinery rooms”. Changes to Part 4 relate to procedures for evacuating gas from a system (usually air and water vapour) before charging with refrigerant and for testing halocarbons for moisture. Several informative annexes are now included covering stress corrosion cracking, leak simulation, commissioning and ignition sources (Part 2) and special provisions for handling ammonia vapour during maintenance or decommissioning (Part 4, within the existing Annex C).

Using flammable refrigerants under EN378

It is worth restating that BS EN378 is not a legal requirement in its own right. It is still possible to install a system in compliance with all relevant regulations, including PED and MD, without following the requirements of BS EN378. Nor is the Standard meant to be a complete design guide – it doesn’t gives conformity with all of the other legal requirements which might apply depending on the system and its use such as the ATEX Workplace Directive, the Low Voltage Directive or DSEAR (The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulation 2002). So for flammable refrigerants the requirements of DSEAR must still be followed. This will usually be the completion of a risk assessment and hazard analysis to identify and quantify the risks associated with ignition of the dangerous substance. This assessment needs to be conducted for the whole installation not just the occupied space or the machinery room and must cover maintenance and service activity as well as design and installation.

Note on the standard revision process

The text of the revised standard was produced by a Working Group nominated by national standard committees representing CEN member countries (the 28 member states of the European Union and other non EU countries in Europe). The revision has taken several years due to the complexity of the topic, the breadth of material covered by the standard and the extensive changes happening in the industry. The IOR is a member of the British Standards Institution and nominates four representatives to the RHE18 Refrigeration Safety Standards Committee. These members also participate in the IOR Technical Committee.

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M I TS U BI S H I EL ECT R I C

REASONS TO GET READY FOR CHANGE

ost of us don’t much like change and seldom want to be pushed outside our own comfort zone.

Yet change is coming and if you haven’t been paying attention, then it’s time to get up to speed, so that you can quickly feel familiar with the new. The F-Gas Regulations are part of a legislative drive which seeks to reduce the harm that hydro uorocarbons H C refrigerants have on global warming. As part of F-Gas, CO2 is used as the base mark with a global warming potential WP of . When you consider that R A common in aircon has a WP of , , and R A common in refrigeration has a WP of 3,922, you can start to see why this is being looked at, and why manufacturers will start to introduce equipment using new refrigerants. F-Gas will also quickly see a limit for the amount of existing HFC refrigerant that can be imported into the EU and UK, and this brings me on to my headline, which is obviously a reference to R32 WP . The new R32 units that are coming this year are likely to quickly be adopted by the market as they will help companies achieve their corporate social responsibility CSR targets, by clearly

demonstrating how they are reducing the environmental impact of their organisations. So, it won’t be long before you are asked which R32 kit you can install or specify for your customers. And before anyone starts worrying about what’s involved in this ‘unknown’, ‘new’ refrigerant, it is worth pointing out that R32 RAC and PAC models have been available in Japan now for over two years and there are already millions of units already installed – and working away happily. It’s also worth pointing out that R32 generally brings with it an increase in performance, which helps lower energy bills and reduce carbon emissions. Yes, we know that it will require some new equipment for installers. And yes, we know that larger systems aren’t suitable for R32 at this point – which is why we as a manufacturer have invested so heavily in our Hybrid VRF equipment, which help signi�cantly reduce the amount of refrigerant within the system, yet still deliver VR levels of exibility, control and performance. But change is coming, so please don’t get left behind. Come and talk to us about what you need to do to get ready for the change which is now upon all of us. Ben Bartle-Ross is a trainer at Mitsubishi Electric. Ben.Bartle-Ross@meuk.mee.com

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COMMITTED TO engineering excellence

Two outstanding individuals were honoured with Service Engineer Lifetime Achievement Awards at the Institute of Refrigeration Annual Dinner. The award is supported by the ACR Trainee of the Year Awards and the calibre of nominations was such that the judges decided to make two awards. Martyn W Ross

Senior Commissioning Engineer Martyn Ross has worked at J & E Hall for more than 40 years. He is based in Dartford but has worked across the globe. He joined the company (then Hall-Thermotank International) in 1975 after studying for an HND in Mechanical Refrigeration Engineering. Grimsby College of Technology put Martyn forward to J & E Hall with the re uest to o�er him industrial training and he secured an interview with Tony Pitt. An extract from the notes on his job interview form reads ‘too good to miss!’ Martyn joined as a rainee Commissioning Engineer and his �rst job proved a blueprint for the years ahead. Martyn could not get the new plant to operate and claimed the new compressor was wrong. After a careful examination of the plant the compressor was stripped down and his bosses found that Martyn was right… a suction valve on one of the pistons was missing. This has been Martyn’s way of working ever since: reduce every situation carefully and systematically to simple processes, and apply basic engineering principles to �nd the root cause of the problem in hand. He recalls working on the cooling for Harworth Colliery, once the deepest mine in Europe, as one of his most challenging and rewarding projects. “The miners were exceptional engineers,” he says. “I always enjoyed working with people like that.” On his regular travels around the world, Martyn has been in charge of commissioning and troubleshooting plants in remote locations, often working on his own, but many times sharing his knowledge training local sta� on the basics of refrigeration. Martyn said: “Grimsby College gave me a very good grounding in problem-solving. There was no Google to check things then, or mobile phones to phone a friend from a remote location, so you had to learn how to do it yourself. “I’ve been very lucky with the variety of work from J & E Hall, no two days are ever the same. I think some people think I’m a bit of an oddball because I wasn’t always chasing the next job up the ladder. But I enjoy what I do and it’s about using the skills that I have.”

Grayme Selkirk

Grayme has worked in the refrigeration industry for over 39 years and has spent around 30 of them as a Senior Engineer or Supervisor. This has involved a wide variety of duties, from being Tesco’s lead engineer tackling critical issues across CO2 and HFC systems, to using his extensive experience and knowledge to support engineering colleagues with technical problems. He has also led commissioning works for new installations, passing on his knowledge of maintenance service to improve future Tesco equipment designs and standards. An example was when investigating a large number of evaporator fan motor failures in a Kent Tesco store. The store was losing over 25 fan motors per week and by working collaboratively with the store maintenance technician and through weekly visits to the store, Grayme was able to clear the condensate, install rodding eyes to give the technicians easy access and install Jally strips to keep the drains clear. The store has not had a fan motor failure since. Grayme has also led the development of young talent in Tesco Refrigeration. He has played a major role in the training and mentoring of developing engineers and apprentices, many of whom have gone on to become Senior Engineers, well respected within the industry. This has led to a huge improvement in Tesco Refrigeration’s technical capability. But it’s not just Grayme’s technical knowledge that has been a huge asset to Tesco, it is his people skills. The support shown for other engineers has helped create a great working environment across the team, not something always easy to do in a 24/7 highpressure reactive maintenance world. Grayme said: “This industry has just been a way of life for me and it’s given me everything. I’ve loved the freedom and independence of the job and the way it has taught me self-reliance. “I learned the right things in the right way at the very start of my working life and those lessons have stayed with me. Hopefully that now helps me to pass on that experience and knowledge to the next generation of engineers.”

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HOW TO BEAT

THE BREEZE

Juliet Loiselle, Publisher of ACR Journal, travelled to Milan for the launch of the Samsung Wind-Free wall mounted air conditioner in Europe.

Samsung’s AR9500M

amsung unveiled its Wind-Free wall mounted air conditioner in Milan and also underlined plans to expand its business in Europe.

Experiencing the Wind-Free Cooling technology in Milan

The Wind-Free Cooling technology maintains a comfortable room temperature without the feeling of cold wind. The AR9500M was designed to resolve two common consumer issues: discomfort from direct cold air ows and high electricity bills. It achieves this e�ect by gently dispersing cold air through 21,000 micro air holes, a method that creates “still air” moving at speeds slower than 0.15m/s*. During summer seasons, the AR9500M lowers temperatures quickly in Fast Cooling Mode, then automatically shifts to Wind-Free TM Cooling Mode once the desired temperature is reached. This two-

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O UT & A BO UT step cooling system is proven to reduce energy consumption by up to 72%** Both outcomes are powered by Samsung’s Digital Inverter 8-Pole and POWERboost technology. The 8-pole motor, which has 8 magnets instead of the usual 4, generates fewer torque uctuations so less energy is re uired overall. POWERboost technology shortens the time for a compressor to reach the maximum Hertz. The AR9500M’s Triangle Architecture with the upgraded structure’s wider inlet, allows for more air to be drawn in at once, while the optimal width and angle of the outlet, extra v-blades, and large fan, which is 22 percent larger than in previous models, also ensure that air is cooled and expelled faster, farther and wider, capable of reaching every corner of the room. The AR9500M is Wi-Fi-ready and can be controlled from anywhere with a smartphone and Samsung’s Smart Home app. Users can remotely regulate temperatures, adjust settings, receive real-time updates about how their air conditioner is operating, monitor daily energy usage, troubleshoot solutions when a repair is needed, and sync multiple smart devices with their air conditioner. Samsung is also working to expand its air conditioner business in Europe with Samsung Electronics Air Conditioner Europe (SEACE), newly established in October last year as a dedicated sales and marketing organisation covering 17 markets in Europe. The company estimates that Europe will be the second largest B2B air conditioning market in the world – this year’s revenue alone was $3.6 billion, which is forecasted to increase to $4.2 billion by 2020. “We’re very proud to introduce our innovative Wind-FreeTM air conditioner to Europe in the trend-setting city of Milan,” said Samsung’s new President of SEACE, Wim Vangeenberghe. “This event marks a signi�cant step in Samsung’s commitment to becoming the most trusted air conditioning manufacturer here in Europe. Having spent over 26 years working in the air conditioning business, I have watched Samsung from a distance and have been impressed with the relentless ambition to expand into new areas and succeed. I’m incredibly excited to now join Samsung and be part of that expansion in the air conditioning industry.

After the launch, there was an opportunity for an interview with Wim Vangeenberghe, President Samsung Electronics Air Conditioner Europe. JL: Is the Wind-Free technology going to be used in more air conditioners? WV: Absolutely. The technology has been used in Korea in floor standing units for many years now. It has been transferred to the rest of the world, in wall-mounted units, with great success. This product represents real innovation in wall-mounted split market that we haven’t seen in decades. JL: What are the major challenges facing the ACR Industry over the next decades? WV: Challenges yes, but even more opportunities. Of course a major concern are the refrigerant issues within the industry. There is a constant change to minimise the global warming impact of refrigerants on our environment. So that is a clear direction for us to go to. Wim Vangeenberghe On the other side, we see the whole development due to the 20-20 regulation in Europe. We have to come away from burning fossil fuels. Now, you know that 40% of energy used in Europe is used for domestic heating and hot water. You cannot beat the 20-20 rules if you do not tackle this. All manufacturers in the HEVAC industry have accepted that heat pumps do become the real alternative to fossil fuel burners. A heat pump will be the appliance to heat not only your house but domestic hot water in the future. In France, 50 – 60% of new houses have heat pumps. JL: How will Samsung work to meet those challenges? WV: It is clear that all competitors and players in the market have been working very hard on energy efficiency. But we have come to the end of what is possible in heat technology. If we want to go one step further we talk about connectivity and controls. The savings are higher than using a better heat exchanger or more energy efficient compressor which can save 3% or so. Here is something I foresee in the not too distant future. What if your mobile phone gives a signal when you are 20 miles from your home? You have already pre-set the temperature you desire. Your system then measures the ambient temperature. It will know when it is you will be home, and dependent on traffic etc… this then sets the temperature you want for when you arrive. Imagine the amount you could save if you are only using your heating or cooling saving when you need it. JL: What impact has the smartphone app had on the business? WV: We already have an advantage with being able to combine technologies, as an example air conditioning to mobile vacuum cleaners. You could go one step further, a smart watch is already measuring blood pressure and heartbeat and so on. Imagine if it measures the temperature of your skin, your temperature is rising and it then switches on or adjusts your air-conditioning. JL: How do you as a company ensure you will stay at the forefront of development? WV: Development power is vast, speed of development of Samsung is enormous. From a very small market share we can dominate the industry. The basic technology Samsung already has in house, you add to that the connectivity we have with hardware and software. Taking into account the fact that many manufacturers, especially Japanese, are traditional appliance manufacturers, we are the ideal company to be ahead of the rest.

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The POWER of RECOVERY Toshiba’s latest three-pipe heat recovery VRF system claims industry benchmark.

David Dunn

oshiba says its new three-pipe heat recovery VRF air conditioning system sets a new industry benchmark for ener e cienc erfor ance and continuous heating.

The SHRM-e, which achieves a world �rst of ESEER European Seasonal Energy E�ciency Ratio in most capacities, builds on the success of the company’s multi award winning SMMS e VR system, which exceeded ESEER for all capacities, a previous industry �rst by oshiba. David Dunn, director and general manager of oshiba Air Conditioning and CIA , said he latest generation SHRM e is oshiba’s most advanced heat recovery VR system yet. It embodies important technical developments that break new ground for the industry, in terms of compressors, controls and wireless communications, which extend e�ciency and the application envelope for VR into new territory. While end users bene�t from reductions in running costs and enhanced comfort, installers bene�t from the new wireless commissioning and diagnostics system, reducing installation time and opening up fast two way data exchange. SHRM e represents a leap forward for heat recovery VR technology and sets the new industry benchmark in this competitive sector of the market.

Toshiba’s SHRM-e heat recovery VRF system

In addition to breaking new ground in terms of e�ciency, SHRM e delivers improvements across the board in terms of occupant comfort, ease of installation and breadth of building application.

his has been made possible by developments in key technologies such as the compressor and intelligent control system, supported by a battery of incremental improvements in almost all system components.

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New compressor: The new rotary compressor, developed and manufactured by Toshiba, uses a twostage compression process for improved e�ciency and performance. Wear surfaces on compression vanes are treated with a high-tech Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating, giving outstanding hardness, wear resistance and reliability. It enables a signi�cant increase in compressor rotation speed, resulting in a higher displacement volume – up to 50per cent greater than for the previous generation of VR systems. he enables a higher duty to be obtained from a smaller compressor, with less power. Genuine continuous heating: The SHRM-e is unique in being able to provide continuous heating, with no requirement to stop during defrosts, as with rival systems. his is made possible by the use of a new hot-gas bypass control, which simultaneously defrosts outdoor heat exchanger coils, while allowing the indoor unit to continue operating in heating mode. Intelligent control: A new approach to intelligent operation based on dual set points gives building occupants improved comfort and further enhances energy e�ciency. It prevents the system

from over-running and maximises the time it can operate in o� mode, while at the same time ensuring comfort conditions within the building are maintained at all times. In addition to improved energy e�ciency, this innovative approach helps extend the operational life of equipment and further improve reliability.

Wireless commissioning and near field diagnostics

For installers, Toshiba’s new wireless commissioning and performance validation tool enables engineers to read and write data to the condensing unit using a smart phone, without making physical contact. It enables

testing and commissioning to be carried out without taking the covers o� the unit, another industry �rst. The system allows performance data and status reports to be automatically emailed to the end users or engineer, enabling remote diagnosis and even system optimisation. Improvements in pipe work and connectivity: Improvements in pipe work and connectivity give signi�cant advantages in terms of system design and application. Maximum total pipe work length for SHRM-e is 1000m (a full kilometre), double the previous allowable length, with the maximum actual length between an FS unit and a fan coil unit now m versus m for the previous model. Improved operating temperature range: Finally, as a result of the new compressors design and improved system controls, the operating temperature range has been signi�cantly extended, and is now -10 to 46deg C for cooling operation and -25deg C to . deg C in heating mode.

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Quiet solution is something

TO SHOUT ABOUT

When developers demanded very low sound limits for two new apartment buildings in London, Cool-Therm worked with contractors to come up with the answer.

ool-Therm has supplied an tra o so nd hi h e cienc . air conditionin solution for a prestigious de e o ent of r a art ents in London’s Westminster.

The development, by Berkeley Group, includes a gym, pool, sauna facilities and business suite. To meet high sustainability standards, the buildings are designed to achieve Level 4 of the Code for Sustainable Homes, the national UK standard for sustainable new homes. Outstanding energy e�ciency is achieved through the use of a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system, heat recovery ventilation, high levels of

insulation and airtightness, and use of LED lighting. High e�ciency air conditioning is provided by two custom-designed Turbomiser chillers, selected for their low carbon cooling and exceptionally quiet operation in a new and uni ue con�guration. The two buildings, Abell House and Cleland House, are located opposite one another on John Islip Street, in central London. The air conditioning plant is located in Cleland House, serving both buildings via pipework in a service tunnel under the main road. he speci�cation for the project required very low sound limits, due to its

luxury residential nature. Air conditioning plant also had to be accommodated in restricted space, in order to maximise oor space for occupation. Cool-Therm worked closely with M&E contractor Briggs and Forrester on a new design for the Turbomiser chillers to achieve the space and sound objectives. o reduce the chiller footprint, all associated plant is accommodated on a structural frame beneath the chiller, containing isolation valves, trace heating, sequence controls, cable tray, controls, BMS interface and connecting pipework. Steve So�e, Cool herm’s southern area manager, said: “The initial proposal was for a screw-based chiller solution

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THE SOLUTION MEETS THE BRIEF IN TERMS OF EFFICIENCY, SPACE CONSTRAINTS AND SOUND CHARACTERISTICS, AS WELL AS DELIVERING THE REQUIRED COMFORT CONDITIONS FOR BUILDING OCCUPANTS”

with cooling towers. However, Briggs and Forrester worked with Berkeley to propose an alternative design using fully packaged Turbomiser chillers, which freed up space for additional residential capacity, as well as delivering excellent sound and e�ciency. hese were major pluses and highly attractive for the developer.” he sound speci�cation for the project, by consultant AECOM, re uired a challenging limit of dBA at m. The original Turbomiser chillers in standard format were rated at dBA at m. Achieving the dBA reduction re uired re engineering the conventional Turbomiser design. Three additional sound attenuation measures were applied to the already low noise urbocor based chiller. he most substantial and visually striking is the addition of acoustic attenuation towers to

both sides of each condenser fan, making an upper array of 16 towers per chiller. Measuring . m high and around m in diameter, each acoustic tower is lined with lead damping material and a perforated liner to absorb sound. Unusually, the condenser fan is positioned at the mid point within the tower, providing attenuation at both air inlet and discharge sides. A bull nosed column in the tower further reduces turbulence, while the fans themselves are sickle bladed low noise units, which help to streamline air ow and again reduce sound. The Turbocor compressors are housed in acoustic enclosures, reducing sound from this source by some dBA. Finally, refrigerant discharge lines from compressors to condenser are lined with lead insulation, reducing vibration and noise further.

Rob oung, Cool herm director, said he design takes a multi element approach to both saving space and reducing sound. Our calculations were that it would achieve the re uired dBA at m, and this was con�rmed in performance tests at Geoclima’s laboratory, with representatives of the contractor and consultant in attendance.” David ilbert, MEP manager, Berkeley Homes Central London, said he demanding re uirements of the project re uired a collaborative and team approach. The solution meets the brief in terms of e�ciency, space constraints and sound characteristics, as well as delivering the re uired comfort conditions for building occupants.” Following experience gained in the project, Cool herm is now developing an ultra low noise version of the Turbomiser chiller available as a standard option. E uipped with a suite of sound attenuation technologies, it will o�er what is claimed to be the lowest sound output for any commercially chiller on the market. E uipped with this Hush echnology , the new ultra uiet urbomiser is ideally suited for use in applications that re uire very low sound levels, such as premium city centre residential applications, hospitals, libraries and universities.

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HORSES FOR COURSES

IN CHILLED FOOD RETAILING How Adande’s Aircell air flow management system can help maintain stable temperatures in busy environments.

efrigeration innovator Adande says that retail display cabinets with frequent door openings in busy stores struggle to aintain te erat res.

The industry standard for the testing of refrigerated retail display cabinets, BS EN ISO 23953, states that tests on cabinets with glass doors should be conducted with 10 door openings per hour (every six minutes) with an opening/closing cycle of 15 seconds. Whilst door openings every six minutes may be representative of a low-volume food retailing store, this frequency is not typical of the number of door openings in a busy supermarket or convenience store. There is little documentary evidence on the frequency of in-store door openings, but Orlandi et al (2013) claimed that the �gure can reach per hour in supermarkets and in 2011 EPEE and EUROVENT stated that some food retailers have registered up to 250 door openings per hour. Doors are very e�ective when closed, but every time a door is opened cold air spills from the cabinet, compromising the holding temperature. In busy stores, with frequent door openings, cold air spillage is exacerbated, increasing warm air in�ltration and the potential for raised cabinet temperatures. To assess the implications of door openings on operating temperatures, , Adande has conducted laboratory trials at its new test facility in Lowestoft. The tests compared the operating temperature of a commercially available multi deck refrigerated cabinet, with factory �tted glass doors, against a comparable open front model, from the same manufacturer, modi�ed with the Adande Aircell air ow management system. The trials were carried out under BS EN ISO 23953 conditions. Both cabinets were tested at an operating

An automatic machine was used for the door opening cycles on a multi-deck cabinet with glass doors

temperature of -1 to +4°C at climate class C RH M . After stable state running for 24 hours, the temperatures of ‘Tylose’ packs at corresponding positions in each cabinet were measured at 30 second intervals over a two-day period. To simulate a store environment, for a 12-hour period an automatic machine opened the glass doors 10 times per hour (every six minutes) with an opening/closing cycle of 15 seconds. The cabinet then operated for 12 hours without door openings. Temperatures recorded in the cabinet with glass doors had a range of C. Signi�cantly, the Aircell cabinet maintained a much tighter temperature band of just 3.5°C, representing a improvement. Following further stable state running periods of 24 hours, similar tests were conducted, over three days, with a door opening frequency of 20 openings per hour (every three minutes) for 12 hours followed by no door openings for 12 hours. During this regime, the temperature bandwidth was broader and the operating temperatures had increased. Subsequent tests were conducted over

three days with 30 openings per hour (every two minutes) for 12 hours followed by no door openings for 12 hours. In the 30 openings per hour tests, the glass door cabinet demonstrated an even broader bandwidth and failed to recover to the operating temperature of -1 to +4°C, even after twelve hours with the doors closed. Adande’s Managing Director, Ian Wood, explained: “Our tests clearly demonstrate that glass doors cabinets, designed for 10 openings per hour, experience signi�cant loss of temperature control at an opening frequency of 30 openings per hour or more.” Accurate and stable holding temperatures have positive implications for food safety and quality, especially in the ready-to-eat snacking market where food is not re-heated prior to consumption. Precise holding temperatures also contribute to extending the shelf life of perishable foodstu�s, reducing the volume of chilled merchandise, which may be price discounted or thrown away due to deterioration in quality or appearance. www.adande.com

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THE FINAL FRONTIER: Steven Bukoski of Aggreko worked as the P. E. on the Orbital ATK project for NASA and was on site at the Utah testing station for the entire operation.

s NASA develops the next eneration h an s ace i ht vehicle, the Space Launch System, all components must be tuned to optimal performance given the harsh environments on the ultimate journey to Mars.

One of these components that must meet performance requirements in a harsh thermal environment is the space shuttlederived solid rocket boosters (SRBs). In ASA’s tireless e�orts to achieve excellence, they have conducted extensive testing through the SRB prime contractor, Orbital ATK, to develop boosters that are extremely safe and robust at all temperatures that may be experienced by the hardware. Orbital ATK worked for several years to create a controlled, cool environment in its Utah testing facility, bringing in

Aggreko’s experience in temperature control to achieve a propellant mean bulk temperature (PMBT) of 40oF during the second development motor test (dubbed DM and the second uali�cation motor test (dubbed QM-2). Aggreko was appointed in 2009 to chill the �ve segment solid rocket that would be used in the DM-2 static test and again for the June 2016 QM-2 test. The two-month-long motor cooling process involved inserting 0oF air into the testing facility building to achieve the target PMBT and simulate conditions that the SRB might experience on the launch pad in Cape Canaveral. In the hours before the early morning of the

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M test �ring, the motor temperature was reduced to o to account for building rollback and the heat from the morning sun. his task presented signi�cant challenges and re uired some innovative thinking. he �rst challenge we identi�ed was the need for constant cooling capacity despite the lack of space. We came up with the idea to customi e ton air handlers so they

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could be stacked, however this also created a potential tipping risk. o overcome this we worked with designers to build outriggers that acted as support arms. Air handlers are not typically used in cold environments, and when operated at o , the coils would eventually free e over and block air from the pipes, posing a signi�cant risk to e�ciency and achieving a controlled, cool environment on schedule. A customi ed plenum system’ was used to alternate the upper and lower air handlers, so the o ine unit could be defrosted using a system that

Aggreko and Orbital ATK collaborating on the NASA SLS rocket motor test launch in Promontory, Utah

produced and circulated a warm glycol solution through the coils, while the other unit continued to provide cold air to the facility. It took around six weeks to develop these customi ations and an additional two months to reduce the rocket’s core temperature and achieve a controlled environment in the testing facility. o complicate matters, the test stand rail mounted building had several scheduled openings to prepare for the ground test, impacting the process and progress. Despite coming into the summer months, the desired temperature was attained on schedule and controlled until the test �ring date. Control and e�ciency were the key factors here and were both integral to achieving the target conditions on time. With this in mind however, the main contributor to the end result was working in partnership with Orbital A K to �nd innovative, bespoke solutions to overcoming challenges. Like any challenging project, these key learnings can be applied within other industries.

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STYLISH, NEW & USING R32

With the F-Gas Regulations focusing on the type of refrigerants used in air conditioning equipment, the market has been waiting to see what new products will become available and what this means for design, performance and efficiencies.

itsubishi Electric has launched a new line-up of wall-mounted air conditioning units with a sophisticated, streamlined design and a comprehensive range of features to make stylish, energy e cient air conditionin a ai a e for countless small businesses.

R air conditioning solutions throughout the coming year. his is a major product evolution which will show the market exactly how air conditioning using R can perform, explains Donald Daw, commercial director for the company. Our engineers have

put their heart and soul into developing a superb range of indoor units that o�ers better e�ciencies and more features. In March , the European Parliament passed the EU as Regulation legislation with the key objective of reducing as emissions by between

The M Series MSZ-LN range is the �rst product in the company’s UK line up to utilise R refrigerant which has a low global warming potential WP . Mitsubishi Electric will also launch further

The stylish MSZ-LN range shows the market exactly how air conditioning can perform using R32.

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The wall-mounted unit is available in different colours and sizes and includes a sophisticated i-see Sensor.

2015 and 2030. The overall intention is to cut the availability of hydro uorocarbons (HFCs) with a high GWP. The F-Gas Regulations will have a major impact on the air conditioning sector and any option for the next generation of refrigerant gas must be able to meet the demands of this stringent legislation in reducing the environmental impact of HFCs. “R32 units have been available in Japan for over two years now and we have taken that knowledge and experience and

re�ned it into this stylish and e�cient o�ering, including our �rst ever red unit adds Daw. he MS L range o�ers a choice of four si es from . kW to . kW, with four distinct indoor wall units which are available in Ruby Red, Onyx Black, Pearl White and Natural White colours. A matching, colour co ordinated room controller is also available. A built-in Wi-Fi interface enables full control and monitoring via the company’s MELCloud App, and a Mitsubishi Electric has already had a lot of interest in the new range.

sophisticated i-see Sensor in the unit automatically monitors room occupancy, position and body temperatures to deliver customised comfort. Double vanes on the indoor unit operate independently to distribute air ow evenly throughout the room and the MS L o�ers a whisper uiet operation as low as dB A . A Plasma uad Plus �lter also uses powerful plasma technology to �lter out even microscopic particles, whilst the dual-barrier coating on the heat exchanger, fan and air duct prevents dust and grease accumulation. The line-up also includes Mitsubishi Electric’s Replace technology which can utilise existing pipework, making it ideal for o�ce and retail refurbishments. “We see this model as ideal for high end, stylish situations and have already had a lot of interest from our customers, adds Daw. R is expected to uickly become the standard for split type air conditioning systems and we have more products lined up for the UK market in the coming months. For further details on the advanced MS L range, visit: www.timeforr32.co.uk/adv1

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BENEFITS OF THE RENTAL OPTION FOR END USERS Carrier Rental Systems director Marc White outlines the situations where it can be better to rent rather than buy.

ecti e te erat re contro is as ita for i din s as it is for an ind stria rocesses. In oth cases in chi ers oi ers air o e ent and in e i ent is often the defa t so tion. Ho e er there are a n er of sit ations here it a es sense to rent rather than rchase.

of �xed payments and a hour call out in the event of breakdown can be compelling. There are no surprise bills for service or maintenance that, in the case of purchased capital plant, can amount to substantial unplanned costs for a business. Our service and maintenance support is provided as part of the hire contract and enables a company to budget with con�dence and maintain cash ow.

The top reason for renting HVAC plant is probably a short-term sports event or a temporary exhibition. But here are nine more bene�ts of renting rather than purchasing HVAC plant, that show the array of situations where it can help and the advantages:

5. Refrigerant compliance without long-term commitment:

1. Equipment breakdown:

A building can quickly become uninhabitable if HVAC plant stops working. In the case of a process application, a halted production line has an immediate and accumulating cost to a business and can threaten the ful�llment of orders and, potentially, future goodwill. In this situation, renting temporary cooling or heating provides the end user with an immediate solution. Rental equipment can be up and running in a couple of hours, enabling business continuity while the installed equipment is repaired or options are reviewed for longer term replacement.

2. Periodic or seasonal surges:

Adding capacity with hire plant enables producers to capitalise on demand without investing cash on new equipment that may not be needed next month. Many buildings today have plant operating at or near capacity. Hiring additional equipment in peak summer or winter months can provide the vital headroom needed to maintain

CRS director Marc White

comfortable conditions rather than investing in an expensive plant upgrade that may not be needed for, say, 10 months a year.

3. 24/7 support:

In the unlikely event of a problem, Carrier Rental Systems’ engineers are on standby and can provide on-site support to rectify the situation and restore cooling or heating. Carrier Rental Systems guarantees a trained engineer will return a breakdown call within an hour. A phone conversation normally resolves the issue. If not, an engineer will be on site rapidly. This gives end users complete peace of mind.

4. Fixed costs:

For some companies, the cost-certainty o�ered by rental is so attractive they choose it as their preferred method of �nancing major items involving temperature control plant. The assurance

A company with older plant needing replacement may be nervous about committing to a certain refrigerant type, given recent changes in regulations. F-gas refrigerants, such as HFCs, in particular have been a�ected. Using a rental chiller, building owners and industrial end users can take the necessary time to plan and budget for replacing obsolete plant knowing that, in the interim, their continuity of service is ensured.

6. Tax relief:

Finance directors and accountants may be familiar with the tax impact of hiring plant and equipment versus buying it, but those making the actual decision may not be. Business-related rental expenditures are typically deductible for corporation tax purposes as incurred, while capital purchases are usually capitalised and depreciated over a number of years. We suggest you consult your tax or �nance professional for further guidance or analysis.

7. Transitional solution:

The process of getting approved for capital expenditure, particularly in large

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companies, can be daunting and timeconsuming. Renting provides a quick and eďż˝ective short to medium term solution while proposals are considered and tenders organised.

8. New premises:

Renting can be a sensible option when a company moves into new premises or has a short lease period. A rental solution can cover this period without the expense of installing a new air conditioning or ventilation system.

9. Specialist advice:

Hire companies such as Carrier Rental Systems can provide insight into the operation of chilling and heating plant as well as re uired ancillaries such as ducting, pumps, fans and electrical systems. If a process customer has an existing chiller on hire from us and wants to increase capacity, perhaps due to a requirement to increase production, we can supply additional units to meet the need or exchange the unit for a larger capacity model. Carrier Rental Systems has a vast range of e uipment and provides national coverage of the UK and Ireland. Rental options include short, medium and long term contracts.

CRS hire chillers on site

ollowing our recent ac uisition of Watkins Hire, we also have access to a full range of industrial steam plants, making our oďż˝ering among the most comprehensive available. Our team of regional managers is available to discuss high eďż˝ciency temperature control rental solutions for all applications.

Rental refrigeration for food manufacturing

Chillers on hire at a processing site

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SWITCH

Making the

A-Gas Managing Director John Ormerod explains how help is at hand to assist installers and end users to change from high GWP refrigerants to low GWP options.

he move towards low GWP refrigerants is gathering pace. The stepdowns driven by the F-Gas Regulations are well under way and in their present form they will continue to 2030 and beyond. According to industry sources, Brexit will not halt the progress of F-Gas as the Government is unlikely to reverse established environmental legislation and DEFRA expects there will be no watering down of the regulations in the ACR industries.

he fact that change is happening is now �rmly in the minds of most working in the refrigeration and air conditioning industries. We are only nine months away from and a reduction in the supply of virgin H Cs on a CO e uivalent basis . his is the year when it is predicted that a shortfall of virgin refrigerants will begin to have a signi�cant impact on the industry. Most of the big players in the supermarket sector are moving in the right direction and this is encouraging. End users are leading the call for change and engineers are working on replacing high GWP gases with lower GWP options but whatever the scale of the job it may seem a challenging task. hat’s an understandable reaction but help is at hand to guide you in the right direction when a decision is needed.

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Most installers want to make the switch as easy as possible. etting the same kind of cooling capacity as the current refrigerant will top their agenda and you won’t be surprised to know that this is something we are discovering from the en uiries we are receiving. Will it use any more power than is being spent at the moment, is another common uestion. Naturally, cost is also at the front of everybody’s mind. Other uestions are, typically, will I need to change the seals or will I need to tweak the control systems Clearly there are signi�cant technical elements to all of this.

So how should you react when considering replacing a high GWP refrigerant with a low GDP option? Well, �rst of all, there is no silver bullet or one si e �ts all drop in replacement. wenty years ago we may have believed there might be one on the hori on ready to ride to the rescue but we now know this is not the case. It’s important to talk to your refrigerant provider to get the right advice. At the forefront of people’s minds when making the switch is this will the replacement gas perform the same as the existing one and what modi�cations am I going to have to make to the e uipment

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A sample copy of the new online refrigerant suggestion form

This is where we can help as a refrigerant supplier. Firstly, we can undertake modelling on how a particular refrigerant might perform, for instance, against R404A. There has been slow progress in the move away from R404A in some parts of the industry as this has been the go-to refrigerant for many, but eventually this will change. Secondly, we can provide an update on what is happening in the marketplace. We can use our expertise to draw on the experiences of those who have already made the switch. We can highlight the pitfalls and the advantages – and in turn share this knowledge with the installer or end user looking to make a similar move. This is an element of the switch which is evolving all the time and the knowledge we gather here can be passed on to the customer as it emerges. There has been much talk about the rise of R32 as a practical alternative to R410A in air conditioning equipment. It is early days for this gas but R32 is already viewed in the industry as an e�ective refrigerant with good environmental properties. As a single

component zero ODP option, it has a WP of , signi�cantly less than R A with a GWP of more than 2000. In this respect the air conditioning industry is ahead of the game. To assist users in making the right choice in changing to a low GWP option, A-Gas has a new online refrigeration selection form, Refrigerant Suggestions. It’s easy to use and all you have to do is visit the A-Gas website www.agas. co.uk and follow the instructions on the refrigerants’ pages.

If you need help in selecting a refrigerant, complete the form and the A-Gas technical experts will be in touch to suggest the low GWP refrigerant options available. You can download a sample report that will provide you with an indication of relevant system parameter changes. This includes cooling duty, power requirements, charge sizes and other key elements. We can model speci�c refrigerant comparisons for end users or installers and this can provide an enhanced appreciation of the options available. With the bene�t of this expertise you will be in a better position to make the right decision but with the greenest option at the forefront. It is fair to say that low GWP refrigerants are no longer the unknown entities they once were and many are already proving that they can do a good job. With each day that passes there is more equipment running on low GWP refrigerants in the UK. You can be sure that whatever the equipment, help is available and designed to make the switch away from high GWP gases that much easier.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE

Shane Leather, Business Development Manager – Tall Buildings at Armstrong Fluid Technology, looks at energy efficiency strategies for large-scale HVAC installations.

hen designing large-scale HVAC installations, the stakes are high. Even seemingly minor design decisions can have major implications when the resulting energy savings (or indeed energy wastage) are scaled up across a large multi-storey building. Achieving outstanding e e s of ener e cienc is far fro easy in these large-scale projects, however. The challenges fall into a number of categories:

Architectural: The aesthetic visions for prestigious commercial buildings of this type often involve the inclusion of innovative architectural features which require careful planning from the viewpoint of HVAC, for example glass facades which need to be considered in terms of solar gain. Environmental: Architects often aspire to BREEAM Outstanding or Excellent ratings for buildings of this type, incorporating elements of on-site generation, and exploiting natural light. Integration of these renewable energy sources needs careful consideration to

ensure that the highly speci�c operating requirements of the zero carbon components do not undermine the e�ciency of traditional high e�ciency, low carbon parts of the HVAC system. Commercial: Comfort conditions must contribute to the productivity of building occupants, providing the ideal environment for concentration, communication and creative thinking. There is zero tolerance for equipment failure or operation outside the designated parameters. High cooling demands: The IT-intensive nature of modern o�ce premises drives up the demands for cooling. Generation of heat is an unavoidable outcome of electrical resistance within IT processors. As processors become more powerful, it is inevitable that cooling demand will rise (typically increasing by 25% to 30% annually in IT-intensive facilities). HVAC design needs to futureproof the building in the face of escalating demand for cooling. Adhering to a number of key design priorities, however, will ensure that energy e�ciency is not sacri�ced in the process of scaling-up.

It is essential, �rst of all, to ensure that variable speed capability is exploited to the full. Variable speed pumps, for example, are frequently under-utilised because they are controlled and staged in ways which prevent them from delivering their potential energy and cost savings. If a variable frequency drive is added to a compressor, pump or fan, there is huge potential to improve part-load e�ciency due to the pump fan laws (power is proportional to rotary speed cubed - P a N3. If a rotating device is allowed the exibility to operate along its Natural Curve this can increase operating e�ciency by . hese e�ciency improvements can only be achieved, however, if the pump fan law relationship between pressure and rotary speed, along the Natural Curve, is maintained at the decreased speed. In the case of pumps, for example, a common scenario is that a �xed or minimum di�erential pressure is maintained across the pump supply and return headers. This means the pump will not have

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The Armstrong IVS DE pump

the freedom to operate along its Natural Curve and will, consequently, consume more energy. An e�ective alternative is to employ advanced integrated control (such as that resident in the Armstrong IVS DE pump) to ensure that pumps, in addition to other variable speed devices, are operated automatically along their Natural Curves to optimise e�ciency. Secondly, it is important to ensure that key energy consuming system components such as pumps, boilers and chillers are staged e�ectively to manage varying demand throughout the day and night. For the majority of the time, for example, pumps are operating at between 15% and 75% of capacity. Very few hours are spent at over 80% capacity. In addition to specifying components e�ectively employing demand based rather than capacity based selection criteria), it is also crucial to stage these key energy consuming devices in an out to deliver maximum reductions in lifetime cost. The approaches used in the past are rarely suitable for the latest generation of variable speed equipment. For example, typical industry pump staging scenarios involve turning on the next pump when the existing or current pumps reach 95% of maximum speed. Pumps are typically staged o� when the existing or current pumps slow down to 55% of maximum speed. Both of these scenarios (staging pumps on too late, and o� too early involve lost e�ciency. In large scale HVAC installations, these individual

areas of energy wastage are scaled up, representing signi�cant reductions in environmental performance over the lifetime of the plant. By contrast, adopting e�ciency based staging points (as opposed to staging points based on pump speed) avoids these lost e�ciencies. hroughout the day the system “surfs” across the top of the e�ciency curves. his improved strategy for staging pumps can achieve energy savings of over 30%. Lastly, where HVAC design projects are large scale and complicated, it is all too easy to overlook more obvious energy saving opportunities. Pumps for booster systems, for example, are often speci�ed based on peak ow rate a condition that may occur for only a short period of the day). As a result, for the majority of the day, pressure boosters are over pumping, consuming unnecessary amounts of energy. An easy �x is to install variable speed booster sets capable of adjusting to steep changes in load pro�le. As tenders for major commercial projects frequently involve analysis of lifetime costs, applying these design approaches can make all the di�erence between winning or losing the contract. Energy savings of around 30% throughout the lifetime of a multi storey building is, after all, a compelling sales argument – especially

when the di�erence in capital cost is minimal (or even less than for a more traditional speci�cation . Large scale HVAC installations typically involve high pro�le construction projects in busy, urban centres, being delivered by extensive supply chains. Communication between parties, access, health and safety risk, tra�c, and scheduling, provide signi�cant challenges. O� site manufacture can resolve many of these issues, streamlining projects, removing the risk of bottlenecks and reducing risk. When providing the HVAC systems for the CO EC O S project at Queen Street, Glasgow, for example, BAM decided that o� site manufacture would have particular bene�ts. As the site is in one of the busiest parts of lasgow, o� site manufacture of the plantroom meant that contractor tra�c relating to this aspect of the project could be minimised, reducing health and safety risk and easing disruption in the immediate vicinity. There is a line of argument that says large scale HVAC projects can mean larger than average problems. It can also be argued, though, that with the right design approaches, it is possible to o�er the customer larger than average �nancial and environmental advantages. That, at the end of the day, adds up to a larger than average chance of winning the tender.

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Climalife checks in

FOR CLEAN SWEEP AT HOTEL At this time of year, it is advisable to clean air conditioning systems in preparation for rising temperatures and increased use through the summer months. Background

David Blakey Services recently gained the service contract with a hotel in London’s Mayfair and were called in to look at its air conditioning systems. The roof had no local water supply which meant that the chillers had not been cleaned for quite some time and were tripping out at high ambient temperatures. There were also a number of evaporators in the rooms that were found to be badly blocked.

Microbial growth

Air conditioning systems such as these can provide perfect conditions for microbial growth. Moisture, darkness and warmth are three key ingredients for microbial growth and these naturally occurring contaminants use the moisture present in air conditioning systems as a breeding ground. This growth is accelerated when warmth is added, where fungi and bacteria can colonise and sometime proliferate to become harmful concentrations.

Frionett cleaning solutions

DBS selected the Frionett range of highperformance cleaning products from Climalife to address the problems at the hotel. These products, approved to EU standards, can act as e�ective treatment against fungi, mould, algae and bacteria, including Legionella, Salmonella and Listeria. On the hotel roof, the engineer from DBS stripped out the fan motors and sprayed the coils with Frionett Power, a general purpose cleaner for external units. It is an alkaline product, intended for the professional cleaning of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. DBS then also ran a temporary water supply to rinse o� the dirt and debris until the water ran clear. The badly blocked evaporator units in the hotel rooms were completely stripped down and cleaned with Frionett Activ Foam, a powerful cleaner intended for indoor air conditioning units and formulated to eliminate bacteria and algae. It cleans, degreases and removes foul odours from air conditioning (wall and ceiling units) and refrigeration equipment (evaporators).

Customer satisfaction

John Herbert, Service Manager at DBS Services, said: “The results from using Frionett were far better than anticipated. Our customer was very happy and has requested that this becomes part of the regular maintenance schedule.”

Conclusions

To prevent health risks, odours, blockages or corrosion, microbial growth must be controlled before it becomes a problem. It is recommended that appropriate cleaning forms part of a regular service and maintenance schedule – ideally every three to six months, depending on the system. Growth and spread of micro-organisms can be quickly and simply minimised. The lasting protection provided through appropriate cleaning can o�er peace of mind to contractors, facilities managers and end users who are all responsible for ensuring hygienic operation of systems. System e�ciencies will also be optimised, with a reduced likelihood of breakdowns and call outs between servicing.

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LED panel lighting from First Choice

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THIS COULD HELP REFRIGERATION UNITS TO REDUCE THEIR CARBON FOOTPRINT WHILE ASSISTING THEIR PRIMARY FUNCTION”

LED PANEL LIGHTING TRIAL

THE NEXT STEP FORWARD The First Choice Group is set to break new ground with an addition to its portfolio that will further boost its commitment to energy efficiency.

he UK’s number one supplier of spare parts to the catering industry has added another cost and energy saving product to its database of more than 1million spares. The success of LED lighting within refrigeration has prompted the Sta�ordshire based organisation to further embrace the technology. Steve James, Refrigeration Manager at First Choice, said: “First Choice Group has supplied LED strip lighting for refrigeration units for many years. “But now we are looking to move things forward. Building on the success of strip lighting we intend to trial LED panel lighting. his could make a real di�erence in walk in free ers and cold rooms. “Consider the impact a 40w LED panel giving o� the e uivalent of w of standard Bulkhead lighting) would have. Not only would there be high energy savings but such a product would also provide a shallow pro�le to help avoid knock damage; something which is a big issue with walk in units because of their low ceiling height.” Steve added that the LED panel lighting trial, which is currently in progress, is being conducted to provide customers with a more e�cient option.

“The focus for everything we do is our customers and how we can help them,” he said. “Not only is LED panel lighting a sustainable, energy e�cient product, it could help refrigeration units to reduce their carbon footprint while assisting their primary function.” The continued success of First Choice Refrigeration Spares is a testimony to the e�ciency of both its product catalogue and delivery of service. The company, an exclusive spares partner for a number of major UK and overseas brands, has a refrigeration catalogue containing more than 800 fully illustrated pages and photographs of nearly 4,000 parts. “We work in partnership with our suppliers and customers to provide a one stop shop for refrigeration engineers,” says Steve. “We aim to supply OEM spare parts for any commercial appliance, rather than

just the parts we stock, and are prepared to track down the di�cult to �nd parts from lesser known overseas producers, as well as personalise our stock holdings to meet the customers’ requirements. “Working with our customers we can stock parts to match their requirements and our close relationship with manufacturer’s means that we have access to a huge database of information and technical support. We also supply specialist tools, consumables and cleaning chemicals.” To complement its range of products, First Choice Group also tailors training to assist and develop those working with the e uipment. “At First Choice headquarters in Cannock, Sta�ordshire, we operate a dedicated training centre which is available to our business partners, both suppliers and customers, on a complimentary basis,” explains Steve. “This can be for demonstrating their equipment to prospective customers or engineer training in a working kitchen. “Our facilities are frequently used by trade bodies and organisations as a convenient venue for meetings and training, together with internal training of own sta� by our suppliers.

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TO O L S TA L K

FANTASTIC ADDITION TO ANY ENGINEER’S TOOL KIT Dave Kingston, Javac UK Sales and Technical Manager, introduces the VG64 Digital Vacuum Gauge (series 2)

The CC-141 Vacuum Pump

avac supply the all-new VG64 digital high vacuum gauge. The VG64 series 2 comes with a lifetime sensor and two-year warranty, so the engineer can rely on this instr ent ith confidence.

With any electronic sensorhigher the pressure. If it is necessary based gauge there is always risk of to connect using refrigeration hoses contamination, but even if it is soaked then allowances must be made for out with oil and other contaminants, the gassing, as hoses are naturally subject accuracy of the VG64 may only drop by to contamination. 5% at the most. If the sensor requires The gauge resolution increases the cleaning, the unit will display “SERR” deeper the vacuum, but as with all and in this case simply cap one end electronic gauges they don’t come on of the tee piece and �ll the other with scale until 80% pump down has been alcohol. Soaking overnight is certainly achieved. In the case of the VG64 this is 19 an advantage and should return it to mbar and depending on temperature this is new condition. where dehydration starts to take place. When connecting to a system, the As well as the standard hanger the best results are achieved by attaching VG64 has the all new HVAC magnetic to a port furthest away from the vacuum strap which attaches to all ferrous pump. The highest concentration of surfaces. In the manifold gauge hanger molecules under vacuum must always it is a our fantastic addition to any of be found the furthest away from the The all new XTR-PRO-DV style, features eighth generation engineer’s tool kit. pump and the more molecules, the best selling refrigerant recovery technology from over 40 years

The VG64 Digital Vacuum Gauge (series 2)

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of manufacturing. The new DUAL VOLTAGE technology enables a quick and easy switch between 110v to 240v on site. An industry first “X - CON N ECT TECHN OLOG Y ” protects the XTR-PRO-DV’s vital components against incorrect voltage e.g. 240v supply when switched to 110v. Suitable for all CFCs/

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WOME N I N ACR

WOMEN in the

ACR industry F U J I T S U

This month, the ACR Journal interviewed Natasha Eley, Service Manager at Stonegrove Refrigeration Services. Education: Where did you study and what qualifications did you gain? All GSCEs passed at Brays Grove Comprehensive School, Harlow

Where do you work now?

Stonegrove Refrigeration Services in Harlow, Essex.

What attracted you to the industry?

Honestly, when I started working in the industry I knew nothing of it. I started at Morris & Young when I was 18 on their service desk and found the job always to be very rewarding and varied. I love the fact that no two days are ever the same and have stuck in the industry ever since!

What do you specialise in now?

As service manager I now run our 12 engineers, commercial and industrial, and keep contact with all our clients. Our main focus of business here at Stonegrove is large industrial ammonia projects, so being on the service side Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m covering the after-sales area in dealing with the clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; service/maintenance requirements and hopefully keeping their future business with Stonegrove.

What excites/interests you about the industry and your part in it now?

The industry is so versatile and there is such a wide spectrum of jobs that you can be involved in, it gives you opportunities you probably have never thought of. From a personal point of view, I have always MARCH 2017

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strived to give good customer service and feel that good customer service from my level is key to success for future works. I love the good and the bad of the job (even though it’s testing at times!) but think I have pretty good relationships with most of my clients, which is something I emphasise to my sta� who always work on the service desk.

What would you say to other women who are considering coming into the ACR industry?

DO IT – As with most male-driven industries, women are always left at the bottom of the pack, trying to �ght to the top, but certainly I have found over the years women in this industry are being encouraged more and more on all levels, from design, project management, �nance and engineering. As I said before, the industry o�ers a wide variety of skill sets for all looking to start out.

Where do you see your career developing?

Who knows I’m just �nding my feet with this position.

What are the challenges of this industry? Being able to make myself heard and be taken seriously. But I hope as time goes on that this will become less of a challenge and I will be accepted as being a female in the business that knows exactly what she is talking about!

THE INDUSTRY OFFERS A WIDE VARIETY OF SKILL SETS FOR ALL LOOKING TO START OUT” What are the benefits of being in your role (e.g. travelling, variety, monetary?) Personally I like interacting with clients so this job gives me that opportunity by travelling. Obviously money is always a bonus!

What industry competitions or events have you participated in?

I was nominated and shortlisted for a customer service award in my previous role and as a company we have won two Contractor of the Year awards in the past 12 months, including at the National ACR & Heat Pump Awards in January, when I was fortunate enough to be at the ceremony in Birmingham.

What industry associations are you involved with, and what are the benefits? Institute of Refrigeration. The Institute provides up-to-date information on the latest legislation changes and also provides speci�c information and seminars for service engineers. I �nd all the information very helpful in maintaining my knowledge, and being able to relay this to my customers is an added bene�t.

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Book your places and celebrate the future of our industry! This popular awards lunch is again being held at the Belfry, near Birmingham on

Thursday 7th December 2017 This not for profit event invests in the training companies to enable them to provide the best skills to trainees and apprentices in the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration sector.

www.acr-trainee-of-the-year.co.uk To sponsor, enter or book please contact Juliet Loiselle on 07786 336606 julietl@warnersgroup.co.uk Sponsored by

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The Air Academy demonstrates Air ow’s commitment to education and training. It features fully operational ventilation with heat recovery installations to show the importance of specifying the correct system when it comes to improving indoor air uality. In addition, the latest DUPLE VE commercial Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery units, which are regulated by advanced sensor technology,

Airflow’s new Air Academy in High Wycombe

demonstrate the di�erence in air uality outside the building with a controlled environment inside. Real time indicators of environmental elements such as temperature, humidity, CO and itrogen Oxide highlight how both personal wellbeing and workplace productivity can be improved with better indoor air and the solutions available to achieve it. Alan Siggins, Managing Director at Air ow Developments, said We are proud to open the doors to our new comprehensive and market leading Air Academy. We have made

a signi�cant investment to create a facility that not only champions the importance of ventilation for health and wellbeing but one that helps us to provide �rst class training and education on how to comply with legislation and best practice procedures when it comes speci�cation and installation. he Air Academy will also display the latest in cooling technology, which can be applied to ventilation systems with heat recovery, as well as how to obtain and convert free energy from the earth into warm air.

hey have been taking advantage of the wide range of L HVAC e uipment permanently sited in the academy, including air conditioning, heating, heat recovery, ventilation and the high end central controls one. L is passionate about training and having the right balance of theoretical

and hands on practical experience ensures everyone is capable of specifying, commissioning and troubleshooting across the company’s range of products. his is achieved through having essential exposure to L e uipment and L ’s technical advancements, including its design packages LA S HVAC and LA S CAD. L ’s Donna Marie Evans said he Academy really is impressive and showcases L products extremely well. During we introduced our exi courses. We understand that it’s not always easy to take time o� to attend manufacturer training and our new exi courses mean that we can provide on site training and bespoke training if re uired. For more information, visit partner. lge.com uk. Re uest a copy of the L Academy brochure, then simply email aircon.training lge.com or complete the form at the back of the brochure and return it to the address on the form.

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ASHRAE FOR AMMONIA PROJECT

r Andy Pearson, the engineer who led the design of the world’s largest ammonia water source heat pump for a Norwegian town’s district heating and cooling scheme, has won ASHRAE’s Comfort Cooling Award for Project Excellence.

Dr Pearson, Group Managing Director of Star Refrigeration, has again been recognised by industry peers for his high temperature district heating and cooling system. He was presented with the award at the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Winter Conference 2017 in Las Vegas. The Comfort Cooling Award for Project Excellence is presented by ASHRAE’s Honors and Awards Committee to project designers and owners in recognition of innovative concepts, incorporation of new technologies and solutions to complex refrigeration problems.

Andy Pearson (right) with Jon Ivar Bakk (centre) and Zahid Ayub who supplied the Isotherm heat exchangers

Dr Pearson’s 13 MW water source district heating and cooling system supplies heat, hot water and cooling to the business, schools, hospitals and buildings of Drammen, a town of 65,000 inhabitants. The district heating and cooling system works by extracting warmth from the cold waters of a local river and boosting it up to 900C for heating on a massive scale.

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THE SYSTEM HAS DELIVERED SAVINGS OF €10M AND 75,000 TONNES OF CARBON EMISSIONS TO DATE.”

Dr Pearson led the project from the Star Refrigeration headquarters in Glasgow. A bold design approach saw, for the �rst time, the use of ammonia - a natural refrigerant with zero ozone depletion and global warming potentiall - instead of high GWP HFC refrigerant,

something that had never been done before in a high temperature district heating scheme of this scale. Operated by Norwegian energy supplier Drammen Fjernvarme AS, the district heating and cooling scheme has been providing Drammen with 85% of the city’s heat demand and has delivered over 400GWh of clean heat since its installation in 2011. In addition, the electricity consumed by the heat pump on a three to one (3:1) ratio is supplied by hydropower, making the system’s carbon footprint virtually zero. Dr Pearson’s achievements in the refrigeration and heat pump industry have been recognised internationally by several organisations. He was named ASHRAE Fellow at the Society’s annual meeting in Orlando in 2016. He said: “I am honoured to accept this award from my Fellow members of ASHRAE on behalf of all of the team at Star Refrigeration who worked hard to deliver Drammen’s vision of a community-wide, carbon free heating system. In particular, I’d like to thank Jon Ivar Bakk and the rest of Drammen Fjervarme’s management team for the support and enthusiasm they showed throughout the whole project. “The award not only credits innovation but offers an insight to the considerable scope for the environmental and economic benefits that district heating and cooling systems can offer to entire communities.” Jon Ivar Bakk, CEO of Drammen Fjernvarme AS, said: “We are very happy to see our project recognised by industry leaders and at such a high pro�le event. The system has been working uninterrupted for over �ve years and has delivered savings of €10m and 75,000 tonnes of carbon emissions to date. Our system’s technology o�ers a reliable and sustainable source of clean energy to meet the town’s heating needs.”

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BESA PUBLISHES DISTRICT

HEATING STANDARD T he Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has been chosen to publish the UK’s first test standard for Heat Interface Units (HIUs).

This new standard is regarded as an important step towards improving the overall performance of British district heating schemes and has been adopted from a test regime developed by energy consultancy airHeat. HIUs are key components of heat networks, used to extract heat from the network to feed individual buildings and dwellings. How they perform is central to occupant satisfaction levels and the overall e�ciency of the schemes in terms of return temperatures and network sizing. Up until now many heat networks have failed to achieve their intended e�ciency targets. The initial test regime was developed by FairHeat in partnership with Martin Crane of Carbon Alternatives. It was adapted from a well-established Swedish methodology to suit typical UK operating conditions as part of a research project funded by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC). This initial test regime has now been adopted as a technical standard by BESA and it will be used to compare manufacturers’ products and equipment types to help network designers evaluate the performance of individual HIUs against their design parameters. It will also be used to create a comprehensive database and improve the industry’s knowledge of HIU performance to better inform future network designs. “District schemes are a key part of the government’s strategy for achieving low carbon heat targets,” said BESA’s technical director Tim Rook. “HIUs are the crucial interface between a network and its consumers – and, in many cases, they have proved to be an Achilles’ heel.

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Tim Rook, BESA Technical Director

DISTRICT SCHEMES ARE A KEY PART OF THE GOVERNMENT’S STRATEGY FOR ACHIEVING LOW CARBON HEAT TARGETS. THIS STANDARD IS, THEREFORE, A MAJOR STEP FORWARD FOR UK HEAT NETWORKS.”

“This standard is, therefore, a major step forward for UK heat networks and it is a real accolade for BESA to be asked to publish and disseminate it on behalf of the industry,” added Mr Rook. FairHeat managing director Gareth Jones added: “BESA is very well respected in the sector and we are delighted they have decided to take our

regime and publish it as a standard. “It is amazing to see how far the regime has come from a research project, developed with grant funding, to a recognised standard that will be used across the sector to improve heat network e�ciency, he added. https://www.thebesa.com/ukhiu

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AIR SOURCE PUMP

keeping nursery children cosy An air source pump installed by renewable heating experts Finn Geotherm is delivering consistently warm rooms and reduced energy bills for a day nursery in Norfolk.

ack in the Box Nursery was set up in Hempnall by director Annabelle Conway in 2014. She originally ran the nursery from her home but with a growing number of children wishing to join, Annabelle began looking for new premises.

Jack in the Box moved to a purpose-built nursery in Hempnall in April 2015. The nursery now looks after 157 children, aged from three months to 12 years, in day sessions and before and after school clubs. The new premises were built by Steel Build Masters who recommended Finn Geotherm for the air source heat pump installation. A requisite of the planning permission was highly e�cient heating and, in a rural

location, air source was the ideal choice. Annabelle said I wanted under oor heating as an easy and e�cient way of heating the nursery throughout. We spend a lot of time playing on the oor and it’s important to keep the children warm and comfortable all day.” inn eotherm speci�ed and installed a Dimplex A16 air source heat pump with 250 litre Dimplex’s EC-Eau Smart cylinder to provide all the building’s heating and hot water. “I am very pleased with my air source system,” said Annabelle. “As a nursery, we need to maintain temperatures in the play and sleep rooms all year round. The cost and energy savings we’re seeing from the system are very good. he bene�t of

The Jack in the Box day nursery in south Norfolk

receiving the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) is an added bonus, which makes air source a very attractive option for a building such as ours. Customer service at Finn Geotherm has been very good – the engineers in particular, were very responsive to any queries we had.” The installation at Jack in the Box is bene�tting from the on domestic RHI scheme, a government �nancial incentive which rewards people and businesses for opting for renewable energy. The non-domestic scheme is Consumer Price Index (CPI) linked and provides quarterly payments for 20 years, based on the amount of clean, green renewable heat the system produces. www nn eotherm co u

‘PERFECT’ FOR PENTHOUSE

city-centre penthouse apartment in Norwich is enjoying free green heating and hot water following the installation of an air source heat pump powered by solar PV panels.

Built on the roof of a 1930s art deco style former factory, originally used in the shoe industry, the two-bedroom penthouse is situated four storeys up on a busy Norwich street. With panoramic views of the city, the apartment has been built to the highest environmental standards, with renewable energy providing all the heating and hot water needed by homeowner Alan Cole. inn eotherm speci�ed and installed a 6kW Dimplex air source heat pump, which is powered by solar PV panels on the roof. he apartment has under oor heating and a compact hot water cylinder, both of which are supplied by the heat pump.

Mr Cole said: “I was looking to future-proof my home and, as a new build, I wanted to choose the best option for heating and hot water. An architect friend had used Finn Geotherm on another project and suggested air source as the perfect solution. The addition of solar PV panels means the heat pump uses green energy and in essence, my heating and hot water are free. I was delighted with the installation – the system has worked perfectly from the minute it was turned on and, as it’s selfregulating, I don’t need to keep adjusting it. I know I will always come back to a warm home.” he installation is also bene�tting from the government’s Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI), a government �nancial incentive which rewards people and businesses for opting for renewable energy.

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Richard Bishop, of Climate Care Solutions, was the winner of the Pump House EASY-FIT competition to win an iPhone 6. Pump House ran the competition during 2016 for contractors to send images of their recently installed EASY-FIT air conditioning protective guards. The success of this competition saw many contractors proudly send snaps of their recently installed EASY-FIT, Wooden and VRV Guards in many sizes throughout various locations within the UK. Richard, who formed his business in 2006, is the director of Climate Care Solutions and said he has been installing the Pump House EASY-FIT guards since his business launch. Priding Precision Refrigeration is himself onBritish quality manufacturer and good installation practice, Richard added triathlete Francesca Hallwinning with her aims that he hashelping no reason to use any other. The photograph to win ainstallation gold medal Olympics, the was of his recent ofat anthe AC2024 system at the Romford company announced this chain. week. site of a well-established restaurant The“I21-year oldanything already represents Team GB and Richard said: never win so I was delighted to receive bethe competing in team Austria in theI had European the phoneshe call will from marketing saying won Middle Distance Championships, followed by the an iPhone 6.” Zell-am-See Ironman in at the Netherlands. He was presented with his prize Climate CenterThat - Battersea triathlonRegional covers over miles including a 1.9 km by Dean Skerratt, Sales70 Manager. swim and 21 km run. Francesca ﬁnished 5th in her age group at the ITU Duathlon World championships at Aviles in Spain. She said: “Precision is helping me cover therewards cost of scheme Air�ow Developments has launched a new competing in the events – it’s a huge Athletes for installers, electrical contractors and tradehelp. professionals like meajust couldn’t to take part in these who purchase QuietAir fanaﬀ inord 2017. without support from family, friends and can Insideevents every reward branded QuietAir box, participants sponsors. My aims compete as anto elite/pro �nd a scratch card with a uniare ueto eight digit code registerat the mile distance and, ultimately, tobe represent for points at70.3 www.air ow.com promo. Points can accrued Great Britain at the Olympics.” and exchanged for e-gift vouchers for over 150 leading Francesca is no stranger to commercial retailers. When participants refrigeration redeem enough pointsand Precision. Her Dad, Jeremy, used to year be the company’s during the they will be sales director. Sheentered concluded: hoping I can repay them automatically into “Here’s a byto winning a few races.” prize draw win a new Ford

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C H ANG I NG FACES

PATRICK COTTON

JAMES HAM

AIREDALE STRENGTHENS MANAGEMENT TEAM

Global air conditioning manufacturer Airedale has strengthened its management team with the appointment of Patrick Cotton as Customer Services Manager. Patrick joined Airedale in 2009 after having completed a BEng in Mechanical Engineering from Leeds University, where he graduated with First Class Honours. He started at Airedale as a design engineer in the Product Development team, where he worked for �ve years, before being appointed Research Team Leader in the Research division of the R&D team in 2014.

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CAREL KOREA APPOINTS MANAGING DIRECTOR

James Ham has taken over as Managing Director of CAREL Korea. The subsidiary is based in Seoul and provides sales support and technical service to customers throughout South Korea. James was the �rst to join the subsidiary and has guided its sales development. In recent years, he has worked as National Sales Manager for the HVAC market, under the supervision of Alberto Catullo, North AAPAC Region Chief Executive O�cer.

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NATHAN WOOD

NEW SITE ENGINEER FOR BIG FOOT SYSTEMS

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Sussex-based Big Foot Systems, part of the Aspen Pumps Group, has announced the internal promotion of Nathan Wood to Site Engineer. Nathan’s appointment will further add to Big Foot’s engineering expertise on site, with the company leading the way in non-penetrative rooftop support solutions for mechanical services and safe access equipment. After two years as a Project Engineer, Nathan will now focus on large-scale custom projects with more site work, meeting with customers to discuss design and other technical details as well as carrying out site surveys. He said: “I’m looking forward to becoming more involved in each project by seeing them through all stages and working directly with our clients.”

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MANAGING DIRECTOR AT DENCOHAPPEL UK

Yan Evans has been appointed Managing Director of DencoHappel UK. He has been Vice President for the Fläkt Woods UK Sales Unit since 2014 and joins the DencoHappel board to lead the combined businesses in FläktGroup. Yan said: “Along with the existing team of David Pritchard (Finance Director) and David Hearne (Sales Director) I am committed to a strategy of continued growth for our two strong brands, DencoHappel and Fläkt Woods.” DencoHappel in the UK o�ers a complete range of HVAC products for the precise control of o�ce and critical space environments.

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J S WRIGHT APPOINTS THREE NEW MECHANICAL PROJECT MANAGERS

DANIEL KENMARE

Daniel has 15 years of experience in the construction industry and has strengthened the team working from the company’s head o�ce Birmingham. He has worked on major residential schemes including St Dunstan’s House at Fetter Lane in central London and Ruskin Square in Croydon.ire.

LEE SHERRIFF

Lee has joined the o�ce in Bristol. With almost 20 years of experience in the industry, he has worked on projects ranging from the extension and refurbishment of Weston College’s Locking Road campus to the refurbishment of the UK headquarters of multinational oil company Saipem.

ANDY MISON

Andy, who has more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, has joined the London o�ce. During stints with M&E �rms in London, Ilford and Bedford, he managed a number of prestigious Government contracts and major residential regeneration projects.

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