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t is generally agreed that integrity and intellectual honesty underpin all efforts directed at achieving better building performance. An equally important virtue is an integrated approach to solving the multiple challenges that buildings or equipment pose in the context of occupant and environmental wellbeing. The compulsion to speak on the subject largely stems from a palpable absence of a holistic vision and a frightening tendency to work in silos, when the situation is screaming for collaboration. A tenuous case-in point is the commonly seen situation with open-plan offices. A building is raised with a certain user-profile in mind. If residential, apart from the specific requirements of the civil and structural disciplines, it demands a certain MEP design and installation approach. The problem arises, when the owner decides to change its profile to a commercial building. Cubicles sprout up, as do other features in a typical office. And suddenly the entire MEP design is alarmingly wrong and is characterised by hot spots, cold spots and wrong air velocities that impact energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality. While on the surface it might appear as vacillation on the part of the owner, a case perhaps can be made that the consultant has a certain measure of responsibility to include a sub-text in the pre-design-stage discussions with the owner, which focus on the implications of deviating from the original intent. A robust case-in point has to do with chilled water plant efficiency. While a District Cooling plant may achieve an efficiency of 0.94kW/tonne, the work is undone by transmission losses and further losses at the end-user’s side. In the larger context of global warming, which in the first place, has spurred the global drive towards greater efficiency, the undoing of efforts to reduce power consumption is not merely counterproductive but cause for deep concern. A third instance of a lack of an integrated approach is at the regulators’ end. In the United States, the Department of Energy mandates minimum efficiency levels in buildings, whereas alternative refrigerants developed to comply with the approval requirements of the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) are reportedly less energy efficient, creating a confusing corridor for manufacturers of HVAC equipment to navigate through. Granted that this could be a case of a need for time to settle things down – to a storm before a calm, to change a meteorological metaphor – it still unsettles the mind that a more integrated approach could not have been evolved to save manufacturers precious time and money in product development.
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It was a great experience representing the UAE in the HVACR field Roudha Bin Bahr, an Emirati undergraduate student specialising in Chemical Engineering at STS, Al Ain, speaks with Hannah Jo Uy of Climate Control Middle East on her participation as the first and only Arab woman in the World Skills Competition 2017, the importance of skills training and capacity building and her thoughts on the future the HVACR industry holds for Emirati youth. Excerpts‌
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ongratulations on your participation in the World Skills 2017 competition. Could you share with readers the preparation you had to undergo in the build-up to the event and your overall experience?
I started preparations for the competition on January 15, 2017. I spent around nine months training, five days a week. I started from zero, I didn’t know anything about welding. Two weeks [were spent] just for training on brazing, [then] electrical installation, piping, cutting and testing. There was also some training for troubleshooting. And all of this was in nine months. It was a great experience for me, representing the country in a new field that no one has entered before, [as well as] competing with 23 other countries that are leading in the air conditioning [sector], meeting experts in the field from all around the world, exchanging experience and knowing more about air conditioning. Being the only lady in the competition was [also] a very special thing. Everyone was surprised because the competition [started] in 1950, around 60 or 75 years ago. At the time they started the refrigeration and air conditioning category, there were no ladies that participated; and overall as Arab countries, only Bahrain and Oman had participated a few times. There were no Arab countries around, so a Muslim lady from an Arab country‌ the organisers were waiting [to see me].
As a chemical engineer, I would like to conduct research on new types of refrigerants
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They had a list of those participating and pictures from all the competitors. On the day of the competition, they met me and said: “Hi! It’s a new experience for us and for you also.” I think after this experience, I’m going to open the chance [for more women to enter the industry].
What sparked your interest to enter the refrigeration and air conditioning category?
In the beginning, I had no interest. I just knew about the competition and wanted to participate. Since I’m a chemical engineer, I deal with cooling and heating processes. I also deal with refrigerants and thermodynamics. When I saw the category, I thought I had some knowledge in it. When I started with more technical work, I thought it was interesting, I didn’t do it before. It was a new experience for me. From day one during training I started to become more interested. Now, I’m going to choose a future in refrigeration and cooling, because it has interesting, real-life applications. We all need it here in the Gulf countries. In the GCC [region], the weather is not [always] good, so air conditioning and refrigeration are the future for us.
What role did Danfoss play in terms of training and mentorship?
I was having training [sessions] at SKM, which as a company is dealing with Danfoss. I was ordering some equipment from Danfoss. SKM ordered for me, and then Danfoss came to know about me. They started providing the materials for free. Before supporting me, they had already provided the materials for free, and then they asked for a meeting to [discuss] providing more support. Around six weeks before the competition, I was officially sponsored by Danfoss and had about three weeks of preparation with [my mentor], Sami Jamil, who is Manager, Application Support OEMs, Middle East, at Danfoss Cooling Segment. It was a very great experience, and I think that if Danfoss had not been there and not supporting me I would not have gone on to reach that [level of] knowledge. Danfoss added something special. They sponsored me, and they gave [technical] support as well as emotional support. They encouraged me to choose HVACR as a future career. They are still supporting me, even after the competition.
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Do you feel that with enthusiastic people, such as yourself, the UAE can eventually export its knowledge of best practises in HVACR?
I think the UAE, in general, has started to have interest in air conditioning. Once we were done competing, [the questions rose on] how to open the opportunity to all ladies or young people [in the country]. The UAE is not just fast in terms of growing and expanding, we are also always leaders in innovation and technology. I think it is possible for the UAE to compete in air conditioning and refrigeration all over the world. [The country] is showing interest, so we have support. I’m sure we will have big support and [be provided] everything. In perhaps a few years, we will be leaders. Maybe not worldwide so fast but certainly in the GCC region and in the Arab world.
How do you plan to align yourself to the larger cause of UAE Vision 2021 and help the country safeguard the environment? As you know, some of the refrigerants used in air cooling systems are toxic.
While I was having my training, I was wearing a mask. People the world over are doing research to come up with more environmentally friendly refrigerants. As a chemical engineer, I would like to conduct research on new types of refrigerants. It’s interesting for me, because the UAE is showing interest in research [and development]. I think this will be a chance for me to contribute to the UAE by looking into new types of refrigerants.
What kind of leadership role in the HVACR industry would you like to take up in the coming years?
I really like the practical part of giving training to people, as what Sami is doing. I have had good support, and by continuing in this [field] I will have more support. I can reach a number of people around the world. I already feel the importance of having a good trainer and a good expert that gives you all the information needed. I would like to be this trainer and expert that gives this information to people. I was suffering with connecting information and technical work, and when Danfoss came on the scene, all the issues were solved. I would like to be that kind of trainer for people around the world.
What are your plans? What do you hope to contribute to the HVACR industry?
I’m going to graduate in six months. After that, I would like to concentrate on different topics in refrigeration and air conditioning, not only related to split units. I was thinking of getting training in [working with] air conditioning in aircraft. I became interested in this, because my colleague from the World Skills Competition was doing some tests for aircraft maintenance. I really like this area and I see the possibility of entering it, having knowledge in air conditioning and applying that [towards aviation]. No one can travel without air conditioning. It’s a bit unique, [I’m] just looking to combine my interests in a big way.
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constRUctionPhase DisPUtes In Part 2 of the post-event report of The Consultant Contractor Conference 2017, Benwen Lopez presents the solutions offered by the legal, governmental and technological fraternities‌
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ypically, the construction sector the world over operates in a toxic litigious environment, characterised by nightmarish cash flow blocks and project delays. In a nutshell, it’s a grim situation for the industry, unless a concrete solution is deployed. While the construction sector in the UAE has made significant strides in terms of technological advancements, the nagging thorn in the side of the sector is in the form of legal disputes and delayed payments involving millions of dollars. As Rachel Ewin, Claims Director, CTBH/Faithful+Gould, said: “While innovation has shaped the country’s construction industry in many ways, compared to how it functioned 20 years ago, disputes within the industry are at a record high, both in terms of monetary value and intent of the time taken to resolve them.” Explaining the basis of her argument, she said that according to statistical data, the cost of disputes in other parts of the world is approximately USD 40 million; in the GCC region, on the other hand, it is USD 80 million, and the time of recovery is around 15 months, which Ewin suggested, is too long.
THE LANGUAGE GAME
One of the crucial triggers of legal disputes is the misunderstanding and use of wrong language used in the contracts. As Ghaleb Abusaa, CEO, GASO, explained, some contracts are drafted with terminologies that may not have a legal standing in the court. “When it comes to the court’s arbitrator, the legal terms written in a contract have a totally different meaning than the actual language used in the court,” he said. “It is, therefore, imperative for contracts to be drafted using the exact legal and technical terms that are used in the court.” The other trigger is the lack of focus on important areas while signing contracts, said A R Suresh Kumar, General Manager – Projects & Corporate Business Development, Voltas Limited. He said, “I have seen MEP contractors spending more time on
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technical issues and less time in going through the contractual conditions, which can be dangerous.” He observed that sometimes, junior engineers from within an organisation are promoted to the post of contract managers and, thus, come to reviewing contracts. Invariably, he said, they end up making a mess, owing to their lack of understanding of the law. One of the best practices, Kumar recommended, would be to hire a legal consultant, who would help the contractor to understand the actual meaning of each clause and section of the contract, before signing the document. Echoing a similar view, Ewin said: “Contractors and sub-contractors should essentially bring in a legal consultant for a day, depending on the size of the project, to essentially study the contract and, then, decide the time frame and obligations. This would ensure that a realistic timeframe is set and the contractors would stick to the contractual terms.” She further added that contract administration practices, such as record-keeping, effective communication, timely submissions and cordial relationships, are the keys to avoid any disputes. Highlighting the importance of carefully studying contracts, Thanos Karvelis, Partner, Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants, said that although spending more time in understanding the contract can be a costly exercise, it would be more fruitful than entering into disputes at a later stage, which would cost much more in terms of money and time. “Contractors must take enough time to read the contract in advance, spend enough time in negotiating the terms of the contract, make the changes, if necessary, and then sign the document,” he said, “With the use of FIDIC or New Engineering Contract (NEC) in the GCC region, contractors and sub-contractors take it for granted that everything is fine, and do not spend enough time understanding the details of the contract and treat it as a ‘copy-paste’ template.” Such a practice, Karvelis said, is lethal, owing to the unique features of each
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building. Even if they are of the same size or are designed by the same consultant, it is imperative to study the contract as carefully as possible in order to avoid any future disputes, he added. Stressing further on the importance of properly studying contracts, Abusaa said that contractors must not treat contracts as one would treat most terms and conditions of smartphone applications, by merely clicking accept at the end of the screen. He cited a case-in point of a business transaction between an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in Europe and a Saudi Arabia-based company, where the terms and conditions were accepted by the Saudi company, without carefully studying the fine print clauses mentioned in the contract, which stated that the European company could not be penalised if there was a delay in the delivery of the equipment. However, the OEM could penalise the Saudi company, if there was a delay during the testing and commissioning of the equipment. Unfortunately for the Saudi company, Abusaa said, there was a six-month delay in delivery by the OEM, and no legal action could be initiated, owing to the fine print clause, which was overlooked.
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THE LEGAL DRAMA
In the ‘painful’ dictionary of contracts, it is the void in the understanding of clauses, such as ‘pay-if-paid’ and ‘pay when paid’ that causes the confusion among contractors and propels the disputes, explained Karvelis. Simply put, he said the pay-if-paid clause dictates that a general contractor is only required to pay a sub-contractor for a completed project if the general contractor has received the payment from the project owner. However, if the general contractor was never paid for the project, then the sub-contractor does not get paid. In the case of the pay-when-paid clause, he explained, it simply means the main contractor would pay the sub-contractor within sometime after receiving payment from the project owner. He further added that under this clause, the main contractor couldn’t default on payments with the sub-contractor, whether the project owner has released the payments or not. However, under this clause, Karvelis said, the main contractor can refuse to pay the sub-contractor, until the completion of the project, and the sub-contractor cannot claim the payment directly from the employer, but when the project is completed, there can be no reason to refuse the payment.
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Of the two clauses, he added, the risk of sub-contractors not receiving payments is higher under the paid-if-paid clause, owing to the lack of a time frame for issuing of payments. Karvelis further added that the clauses are not an exercise in semantics, and that contractors need to review and understand them carefully before signing the contract. Kumar observed that a new trend of ‘catch-all clause’ is being used in contracts, which interprets it as whatever is supposed to be done needs to be executed at all costs, even if one does not possess the knowledge of how to do it. At all costs, he said, one must not also sub-contract the project, if they do not possess the knowledge of the project.
‘PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE’
As Kumar explained, the nature of contractors is such that although one knows how to enter into a contract, but in a significant number of cases, they do not know how to get out of the contract. Therefore, he said, it is vital for contractors to conduct detailed studies of contracts and employ a preventive litigation strategy, as prevention is better than cure. Highlighting a dispute-preventive strategy, he said: “Contractors need to conduct a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analysis of the contract. They also need to conduct a reverse pre-qualification risk analysis, which would determine if the main contractor is a litigation-minded person or has a habit of delaying payments. If any of these practices show red-flags, please stay away from the project.” He further added that if a contractor stays away from risky projects, it does not mean that one has lost a project but rather it translates to money and time being saved.
THE HUMAN BEHAVIOUR PROBLEM
Kumar emphasised on the need for project managers to acquire interpersonal skills. In his view, 90% of the disputes are caused owing to the lack of such skills. “Invariably in the industry, a project manager is appointed based on his work experience,” he said. “But what face will he have if he doesn’t know how to handle clients or address his staff, or does not know how to troubleshoot disputes.”
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Echoing Kumar’s views, Ervin said that the issue of claims and disputes all boils down to people and their behaviour. “We find disputes occurring when one person makes a decision not to pay, or decides to send incomplete information due to time constraints, or has an argument with their partner, comes to work and takes it out on anybody that gets in their way,” she said. Kumar further advised that contractors must not feel compelled to work under a client’s time frame. He said: “Contractors should go by realistic time frames and must not agree with anything just to get one more project under their portfolio. It has to be a win-win situation for all.”
ROLE OF THE GOVERNMENT Generally speaking, in the UAE, the government is taking the initiative of supporting the industry and acting as a catalyst at the same time to strike a balance in the prevailing situation. Initiatives, such as the Green Building Regulations, are examples of the government’s commitment to driving in the change. However, even in such initiatives, gaps prevail, owing to the lack of an enforcement framework and, at the same time, the lack of quality of expertise in the industry. As Anwaar Al Shimmari, Director - Design Department, UAE Ministry of Infrastructure Development, said: “We have observed that although consultants emphasise on architectural and structural requirements, they do not have a specialised MEP team engaged in the project. This is crucial because the project and deliverables have to be up to standards and quality for us to showcase the project in other parts of the world.” Further arguing the case of the lack of quality of expertise, Brian Suggitt, Chairman, Eurovent Middle East, said: “We shouldn’t be looking at how we can shortcut our way to save money and time to do things, because
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we all get punished for such acts. We cannot wait for the government body to come and enforce regulations, but rather we must have the attitude to do the right thing, which will be beneficial for everyone.” Agreeing with the issue of the lack of quality expertise, Graeme Sims, Executive Director, Regulator Services Bureau for Electricity and Water (RSB Dubai), pointed out to the problem of over-specification of cooling loads in the District Cooling segment. “No one is really conscious about the fact that a building is being supplied with tonnes of cooling, out of which only 40-50% is being used,” he said. “We have observed that a building is contracted for 900 tonnes of cooling per year, but they never use more than 400 tonnes, and we have dealt with a number of such complaints from building owners and residents.” He added that by raising the quality standards for the consultants and contractors, the problem might be resolved Sims further added that when such cooling loads are specified by contractors, District Cooling operators must challenge the specifications, before supplying cooling services to the buildings, and by doing so, the end-user’s bills would be reduced. On the issue of regulations, Mario Seneviratne, Managing Director, Green Technologies, suggested that the gap in regulations and enforcement of standards needs to be addressed. “There is no financial penalty for the client to pay if they have improper consultants, or the fact that there is not enough regulation to reverse those bad decisions made at the design process,” he said. “We also don’t have people who can enforce the regulations, and that is where we are falling back.” Explaining the limitation of regulators, Dr P R Jagannathan, Manager Sustainability, Trakhees, said: “Beyond the post-occupancy period, our regulatory role is reduced to an
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advisory role, which cannot be legally enforced, but we can try our level best to support the project stakeholders as much as we can.� He further stressed on the role of Green Building certification consultants, who have a responsibility to support and advise the main contractor and other stakeholders, who are part of the supply chain, to enforce the regulations in making the building green. However, Dr Jagannathan added, owing to a lack of communication skills, Green Building certification consultants do not make the contractors aware of the basis on which the project permits were issued. The other challenge, he said, is when Green Building certification consultants are only contracted during the design stage and not during the construction; by doing so, the contractor is not aware of how to implement and enforce the regulations. Offering a solution to resolve the issue of the Green Building certification consultant, Suggitt suggested that the regulatory body must implement stringent measures, such as the revoking of the certification for consultants who fail to communicate the Green Building Regulations to the stakeholders. Expressing her concern over other issues related to the industry, Al Shimmari pointed out to the sharing of information between the industry and government regulators. She said: “We depend on market updates for effective enforcement. I want consultants, contractors, suppliers and developers to update us with the latest trends from the field. With such updates coming from the field, we will be able to formulate effective enforcement frameworks.�
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Highlighting an initiative being developed by the government, Al Shimmari revealed that the Ministry is in the process of developing a grading system for contractors and consultants, specifically for federal projects, wherein they would be graded on the quality of work and their practices with their fellow collaborators. Mirroring the opinion of the need for grading systems, Sims shared how RSB Dubai has implemented the energy service company (ESCO) accreditation scheme for energy companies who have qualified personnel on their team, maintain a robust financial status and possess a proven track record of successfully delivering energy saving projects in Dubai. However, although accreditation systems would boost the industry, the participants in the conference sought a concrete solution for a smooth flow of payments. By way of suggesting a system, Seneviratne highlighted the property lien framework, followed in Canada, where nobody can sell a property or execute any activity on it until all the payments are cleared. Stakeholders like V S Chandra Sekhar Reddy, CEO, Elemec Electromechanical, said that enforcement could become stronger if the construction community could self-regulate itself by coming together and developing a simple, workable system with underlying fundamentals.
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Offering a simplified explanation of the technology, Sougata Nandi, Founder and CEO, 3e Advisory, said: “We tend to get carried away by 'fashionable' terminologies like IoT, Big Data and, now, Block Chain. Simply put, block chain is nothing but a de-centralised database, and it brings in transparency and improves efficiency in projects.” He added that the technology could play a crucial role during the handing over process of the project to the facility management company, post-completion, owing to the easy and quick access of the information. Voicing a similar opinion, Khaled Derhalli, Operations Director, Efeco (Arabtec), said the technology would be handy not just during the construction stages but also during the lifecycle of the building. With the data the technology provides, facility management services can be monitored, and the relevant authorities would be updated if the FM personnel were implementing the right measures. From a construction perspective, Derhalli added that the data available through block chain, such as, track records of the consultants, contractors and developers would play a key role in influencing important project decisions. Explaining the dynamics of block chain, Nesar Reza Khan, Managing Director, FP Global, said: “Unlike before, a buyer and seller of a property could meet anywhere and conduct a transaction. Information of the property, like the registration and developer’s history would be available at the click of a button. It is tamper-proof, and if anyone were to make changes to the data, all the stakeholders connected would receive an alert.” In terms of facilitating payments, Khan added: “Typically, a developer requires 10% down payment. With block chain connected to your conventional banking system, it is ensured that the payment is blocked. Thus, block chain becomes an intermediary escrow account among a developer, contractor, regulatory authorities and the end-user.” Further explaining how block chain would improve the payment situation, B S Prashanth, Associate Vice-President, ACBG, Eros Group, said: “With block
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chain, the middlemen are avoided, so you have the owner participating at every level with the contractors and vendors. So when a contractor completes a job, one needs to verify it and update the system. On doing so, the system automatically releases the funds to the contractor. I believe there is great scope for this platform to evolve, even though this technology is in its natal stages.” Highlighting a perceived challenge for implementing the technology, Abhay Miglani, Business Development Manager, Armacell, said: “Block chain is still evolving, and it would bring in the transparency aspect and reduce the paperwork at the same time. “However, the challenge would be to bring all the stakeholders together on the platform, which would include the facility managers, who will play a role in ensuring the drive of sustainability during the lifecycle of the building. Such an integration would contribute to the success of this technology.”
SPRINGING FORWARD
With the core of construction disputes decoded, a paradigm shift is the need of the hour in the construction industry, in relation to the drafting of contracts and to payments processes. Taking remedial action is not a choice but a necessity to protect the MEP consultant and contractor community. As Ewin put it, “it all boils down to people.” Hence, it is a change in mind-set that would usher in a new situation. The speakers believed that simple practices such as reading and understanding of the clauses in contracts, effective communication, self-regulation, stringent and supportive enforcement, proper paperwork, ethical practices, a discernible attitude when getting into contracts and, most importantly, the lopping of lopsided contracts, would aid the effort of reducing the number of disputes and increase the number of opportunities for the industry.
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ore commitment, The 7th edition of the Climate Control Awards lived up to the expectations of glitz and substance. A record attendance of over 350 guests witnessed the giving away of the iconic CCA trophies to those companies and individuals that had been chosen by the distinguished panel of judges as having merited the honour of receiving them. The winners received the honour for having shown
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confetti, celebrations strong commitment to regional and international socio-economic and sustainable development goals, including those relating to curbing direct and indirect emissions to mitigate global warming, and to promoting indoor environmental quality, food safety, food security, vaccine safety and fire safety, among other aspirations. Here we bring to you in pictures the memorable night that was‌
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DURING THE PRE-AWARDS CEREMONY RECEPTION
27 November 2017 Al Yasat Ballroom, Roda Al Murooj Downtown, Dubai, UAE
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THE PRODUCERS
frédéric Paillé, Co-founder and Commercial Director, CPI Industry
B Surendar, Co-founder and Editorial Director, CPI Industry
MASTER Of CEREMONIES Holley Chant, Executive Director for Corporate Sustainability, KEO Consultants
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MEMBERS Of THE jURY Anwaar Al Shimmari, Director, Design Department, UAE Ministry of Infrastructure Development, with the memento presented to her to recognise her services as a member of the jury
Shamim Rashid Sumar, Vice President – Development, Middle East, jensen Hughes
Names of members of the jury who could not be present for the awards ceremony:
Sathisha Shetty, Project Engineer (MEP), Group Engineering & Projects, Shared Services Center, Emirates National Oil Company Limited (ENOC)
Nicos Savvides, Senior Mechanical Engineer, A&P Group of Companies
LET THE SHOW BEGIN
■ Ahmad Ali Lootah, Senior Project Manager, Infrastructure, Environment Strategy & Policy Department, Strategy & Policy Sector, UAE Ministry of Cabinet Affairs & The future, Prime Minister’s Office ■ David O’Riley, Managing Partner, Britannia International ■ Bjorn Ostbye, Manager, Project Developments, Lulu Group International ■ Christopher Seymour, Development Director (Middle East & South East Asia region), Mott MacDonald ■ Hassan Younes, Director, Griffin Project Development Consultants
Third-party moderator: ■ faraz Said, Associate Director, KPMG Lower Gulf Limited
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Sougata Nandi, Chairperson of the jury, addresses the audience
Majd fayyad, Deputy Manager Sustainability and Benchmarking, farnek
Kandasamy Anbalagan, Managing Partner, Proleed Engineering Consultants
Sougata Nandi, CEO & founder, Energy and Environmental Efficiency Advisory (3e Advisory)
Basil Abdulaziz, CEO & founder, ATES Company, jeddah, receiving the memento on behalf of Ghaleb Abusaa, CEO & founder, GASO
Safdar Mirza, Assistant General Manager, GECO Industrial Packing, addresses the audience
L-R: Roudha Bin Bahr, an Emirati engineering student at STS, Al Ain, receives a special certificate of appreciation from Anwaar Al Shimmari, for participating in the World Skills Competition 2017
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GCC Region Manufacturer of the Year SHORT-LISTED COMPANIES: Carrier Middle East Hira Industries LLC GAMI Air Conditioners Manufacturing Company
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Dominic de Sousa Award For Innovation SHORT-LISTED COMPANIES: DICE Ecological Cleaning Services Green Earth Technologies Company (GETCO) P&T Architects & Engineers
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Manufacturer of the Year
(standalone DX, including VRF systems) SHORT-LISTED COMPANIES: Daikin Middle East & Africa (for its VRV IV Series ) LG Electronics (for its inverter compressor technology across its light-commercial AC line-up) Midea (for its V6 full DC-inverter VRf system) NIA Limited (representing GREE’s direct-driven solar VRf system) Daikin Middle East & Africa (for its R-32 inverter split wall-mounted unit)
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District Cooling Company of the Year WinnER:
DC PRO Engineering
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Building Efficiency Retrofit Project of the Year WinnER:
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Commissioning/Re-commissioning Company of the Year WinnER:
AESG
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Editor’s Choice Award WinnER:
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O&M Company of the Year (chilled water plant) WinnER:
Trane Middle East & Africa
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Innovative Manufacturer of the Year (chillers)
ShORT-LiSTED COMPAniES: Carrier Middle East
Scandinavian Cooling
Daikin Middle East & Africa
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Innovative Manufacturer of the Year (chillers) ShORT-LiSTED COMPAniES: Carrier Middle East
Scandinavian Cooling
Daikin Middle East & Africa
Trane Middle East
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(chilled water system equipment & components, less chillers) ShORT-LiSTED COMPAniES: Belimo Automation herz Armaturen Sauter Middle East
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Building Performance Services (testing and certification)
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Manufacturer of the Year (air treatment)
Short-liSted companieS: carrier middle east mekar air handling Units
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HVACR Accessories Provider of the Year Winner:
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HVACR Accessories Provider of the Year Winner:
leminar air conditioning company (joint winner)
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Manufacturer of the Year (vehicle envelop) Winner:
technical Supplies & Services company (tSSc)
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Cold Store of the Year Winner:
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Manufacturer of the Year (fire safety) Short-liSted companieS:
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troX middle east
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Belimo wins Manufacturer of the Year Award Company earns the gong in the category relating to ‘chilled water system equipment and components, less chillers’ elimo Automation FZE won the ‘Manufacturer of the Year (chilled water system equipment and components, less chillers)’ Award for its Energy Valve™ version 3.0, during the 7th edition of the Climate Control Awards, on November 27, in Dubai. Held under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Infrastructure Development, the glittering awards ceremony saw a large gathering of building industry and cold chain professionals from the region and elsewhere. Prakash Rudrappa, Head of M&E, Gulf District Cooling Company, presented the trophy to the Belimo team. Colin Bridges, Business Development Director, Belimo Automation FZE, said, ''Winning this prestigious award against such high-quality competition is a result of the continuing hard work, commitment and investment that Belimo makes in developing new and innovative HVAC building system solutions that help our customers become more successful.'' Operating in 80 countries, Belimo is the global market leader in the development, production and marketing of actuator solutions for controlling heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Actuators, control valves and sensors make up the company’s core business. Belimo has set standards in the field of HVAC actuator and valve technology since 1975, with consistent orientation to market requirements and pioneering innovations. The Belimo Group spends around seven per cent of its net sales in HVAC research and development. Damper actuators for general ventilation and safety (fire and smoke) purposes, latest VAV systems, and control valves, such as the PIQCV, and the award-winning Belimo Energy Valve™ - Internet of
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Things (IoT) capable device, whch can be connected to the Belimo Cloud, give total transparency, and cut energy consumption and operating costs. The products ensure maximum system efficiency, whilst fulfilling highest comfort requirements. Now with a complete range of sensors, Belimo is a single source for HVAC field devices. For over 40 years, Belimo has been focusing solely on innovative technology in the HVAC market to provide comfort, safety and efficiency in buildings. Every product Belimo builds, reflects the passion for precision in delivering superior solutions. David Stevenson, Managing Director, Belimo Automation FZE, said: ''This formal acknowledgement of our achievements reinforces our mission and values – Belimo’s aim is to be a trusted partner across the globe for its customers, offering the added value they expect. Research and market-relevant innovation, as well as rapid and customised execution, are key. Commitment, credibility and reliability characterise our behaviour. Belimo delivers more than just products. We support our customers with innovative, efficient and energy-optimising solutions that bring success to both our customers and ourselves. We are close to our customers throughout the world; we speak their language, and we understand them. Everything we do gives them the reassurance that they have chosen the very best. For us, being market leader is an obligation and a source of motivation.“ Belimo Automation FZE, located in Dubai Airport Freezone, is the centre of excellence serving the entire Middle East. The full range of air and water products are held in stock, supported by a dedicated sales team, who are able to offer a comprehensive technical and sales service. For more information please contact Thowfeek Ahamed – Sales Support Manager at info@belimo.ae.
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Carrier Middle East sweeps Climate Control Awards Company wins the iconic CCA trophy in three categories
arrier Middle East won three major awards at the 7th edition of the Climate Control Awards, on November 27 in Dubai, UAE. Carrier swept all three award categories it participated in – Manufacturer of the Year (airtreatment), Innovative Manufacturer of the Year (chillers) and GCC Region Manufacturer of the Year. A key highlight of the Awards ceremony was Carrier winning the most coveted award of the evening, GCC Manufacturer of the Year. Saudi Arabia Manufacturing Company (SAMCO) a joint venture between Carrier and E. A. Juffali & Bros, clinched the award for the company. SAMCO specialises in manufacturing Carrier residential, light commercial and commercial products for the Middle East. Operations at SAMCO are carried out according to the strict global standards at Carrier. SAMCO has been engineering and manufacturing air conditioning products since the 1980s, starting with simple window units and expanding from there. Carrier won the Innovative Manufacturer of the Year (chillers) for the Carrier Aquaforce® Vision 30KAV and the 30XV series variable-speed drive (VSD) chillers. The development of the AquaForce® 30XV air-cooled chiller line continues Carrier’s legacy of providing customers with the most efficient heating and cooling equipment in the HVAC industry. This translates to a chiller that reduces energy costs, can operate in sound-sensitive applications and has the smallest footprint in its class.
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Carrier also won the Manufacturer of the Year (air-treatment) award for hygienic air-handling units, produced by SAMCO. The hygienic units are designed to meet the most relevant industrial standards, such as VDI 6022 and DIN 1946-4. Meeting the highly rated standards helps to ensure that air conditioning equipment serving in the healthcare sector maintains a safe environment for care recipients and caregivers. “One hundred and fifteen years ago, a young American engineer changed the world, when he first invented the modern air conditioner. Today, more than a century later, I stand here receiving this award continuing that legacy of innovation,” said Giorgio Elia, Vice President, UTC CCS Middle East & Turkey, during his acceptance speech at the awards ceremony. “We are extremely proud of this achievement – it is a testament to the innovation, quality and trust we pioneer here at Carrier Middle East.” Added Amr ElMasry, Director – Marketing and Strategic Projects, UTC CCS Middle East: “The awards are a demonstration of Carrier Middle East’s commitment to introducing innovative technologies for its customers. Products like the hygienic AHU, 30KAV and 30XV air-cooled chillers will go a long way in strengthening Carrier’s leadership in the market. I would like to dedicate this win to the entire Carrier Middle East team.” This win coincides with Carrier marking 115 years since modern air conditioning was invented by Willis Carrier. Founded by the inventor of modern air conditioning, Carrier is a world leader in high-technology heating, air conditioning and refrigeration solutions. Carrier experts provide sustainable solutions, integrating energy-efficient products, building controls and energy services for residential, commercial, retail, transport and food service customers. Carrier is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp., a leading provider to the aerospace and building systems industries worldwide. Carrier has a presence in the Middle East, with joint ventures in major cities in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and Kuwait.
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Not all systems are created equal Part 2
It is, hence, essential to embrace a well-thought-out approach to specifying and installing meters for greater efficiency and proper O&M
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n the November issue, I spoke on how metering and submetering of energy and resource use is a critical component of any proper and professional comprehensive O&M programme. I also discussed what to meter and how meters can be installed to measure data for several objectives. Here, let’s look at specific meters‌
BTU METERS
BTU meters are designed and configured to send calculated BTU data, optionally along with individual temperature and flow measurement data, to the EMS/BMS or other data-collection system for monitoring. The meters may also have a display for manual reading of internally stored energy usage data. The main advantage of BTU meters is that temperature sensors constitute a factory-matched set to minimise
temperature difference calculation error. However, they generally cost more than using individual sensors connected to the EMS/BMS. Nevertheless, BTU meters are strongly recommended due to their improved temperature measurement accuracy and stability and ease of data collection, particularly if energy is being metered for revenue purposes (allocating costs of chilled water usage per building or for efficiency benchmarking and O&M of the chilled water plant). A typical BTU meter will have the flow meter and temperature sensors, all fieldmounted. The temperature sensors are provided with the BTU meter, so that they can be factory-matched and calibrated for improved accuracy. The flow meter can be of any type, depending on the desired accuracy. The output of the BTU meter can be a pulse or analogue one connected to an EMS/BMS or other data-collection system. Modern BTU meters also include the ability to directly connect to common control networks, such
as BACnet/MSTP, Modbus/EIA-485 and LonWorks, and various proprietary networks. This allows, at low cost, not only the BTU data but also the flow and temperature data to be monitored by the EMS/BMS.
FLOW METERS
The most common flow meters used for chilled water metering applications are Turbine, Full-bore magnetic, Single-point magnetic, Vortex-shedding and Transit-time ultrasonic meters. The Turbine meter is perhaps the most common for this application, owing to its low cost, but it is prone to clogging on open systems, such as condenser water systems. Because of the moving parts, routine maintenance is required. Full-bore magnetic flow meters are the best from an accuracy point of view; they are regarded as being very accurate even at very low flow rates. They also score high from an operational standpoint, as they come with the promise of
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low maintenance costs and are longer lasting. That said about their virtues, they are expensive. Until recently, they were extremely expensive, because most manufacturers designed the meters for the more demanding industrial market, but commercial quality meters are now available at much lower cost. Since the full-bore meter senses the entire water flow, and not just a single point, it is much less sensitive to installation problems; as long as turbulence does not cause reversing eddy currents within the flow tube, the meter will be accurate. Single-point magnetic meters are often used for large piping, when the cost of full-bore meters becomes prohibitive, but because they measure flow only at a single point in the pipe, they are much less accurate than full-bore meters. Vortex-shedding meters were more common before magnetic meters came down in price. They are now more commonly used on gas and steam flow. A significant limitation is that they are not very accurate at low flow. Ultrasonic meters are non-invasive. That is, they do not require any openings into the pipe, and were initially used for ad hoc flow measurements, such as for test and balance. Installation details are critical. Manufacturers provide jigs and assemblies to ensure the sensors are accurately installed, but they are still prone to inaccuracies from installation error. Since they are non-invasive, ultrasonic meters are particularly applicable to retrofit applications. For metering chilled water flows at buildings, particularly for revenue purposes, the full-bore magnetic flow meter is strongly recommended. The pipe sizes are generally small enough at building connections, which make these meters affordable. Full-bore magnetic flow meters are also strongly recommended for metering total central plant output of variable-flow chilled water systems.
TEMPERATURE SENSORS
The most common temperature sensing devices used in chilled water applications are Thermistors, Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) and Integrated Circuit (solid-state) Temperature Sensors. These all use materials whose resistance or impedance changes with temperature. Thermistors are generally the least expensive and are fairly accurate (±0.4ºF for standard thermistors and ±0.2ºF for extra-precision thermistors). Historically,
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Venturi meters can be considered as an option for a large range of flows, such as metering a main, if you need a meter that will not interfere with the flow, if the meter fails
they had problems staying in calibration, but this is not a problem with modern thermistors, which drift less than about 0.04°F over a five-year period. Their temperature range is very broad, so a single thermistor sensor can be used for virtually all HVAC applications; specific ranges do not have to be specified. Their signal is non-linear with respect to temperature changes, so signal conditioning is required, but this capability is standard for most modern EMS/BMS. RTDs were once among the most common temperature sensors in HVAC applications, but they recently have been mostly displaced by less expensive thermistors. RTDs have low resistance, so transmitters are required and, unlike thermistors, they must be ordered for the specific temperature range required by the application. Accuracies of RTDs vary widely from ±0.02°F to ±1.0°F, depending on the material – platinum is most common – and construction. Integrated circuit temperature sensors are not commonly used in HVAC applications, except with BTU meters. They are not very accurate (±1.0°F), but they are extremely repeatable and linear. They also do not require calibration. Hence, they are excellent for differential temperature measurement, once the two sensors are matched and calibrated at the factory. Differential temperature measurement accuracy is typically about ±0.15F. Differential temperature accuracy and sensor recommendations for metering purposes of a chilled water plant are ±0.15ºF. Thermistors will not be able to meet this accuracy requirement. Ultra-high accuracy RTDs, or matched integrated circuit sensors supplied with a BTU meter, must be used. The accuracy and long-term stability of the BTU meter-integrated circuit sensors is one of their main advantages and why BTU meters are recommended for chilled water flow metering.
DOMESTIC, TREATED SEWAGE EFFLUENT (TSE), TOWER MAKE-UP (MU) WATER
Water meters can be classified into two basic types: Positive displacement and velocity. Each of these meter types has variations, leading to the perception that there are several different kinds. Meters that feature both positive displacement and velocity are known as compound meters. The unit of measurement is typically in gallons or cubic feet.
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POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT METERS
In this type of meter, a known volume of liquid in a tiny compartment moves with the flow of water. Positive displacement flow meters operate by repeatedly filling and emptying the compartments. The flow rate is calculated based on the number of times the compartments are filled and emptied. The movement of a disc or piston drives an arrangement of gears that registers and records the volume of liquid exiting the meter. There are two types of positive displacement meters: Nutating disc and piston. Nutating disc meters have a round disc that is located inside a cylindrical chamber. The disc is mounted on a spindle. The disc nutates, or wobbles, as it passes a known volume of liquid through the cylindrical chamber. The rotating motion of the disc is then transmitted to the register, which records the volume of water that went through the meter. Piston meters have a piston that oscillates back and forth, as water flows through the meter. A known volume of water is measured for each rotation, and the motion is transmitted to a register through an arrangement of magnetic drive and gear assembly. Positive displacement meters are sensitive to low-flow rates and have high accuracy over a wide range of flow rates. Positive displacement meters are used for smaller-flow applications.
VELOCITY METERS
Velocity meters operate on the principle that water passing through a known crosssectional area with a measured velocity can be equated into a volume of flow. Velocity meters are good for high-flow applications. Velocity meters come in different types, including Venturi, Orifice, Turbine, Ultrasonic and Magnetic meters. Venturi meters have a section that has a smaller diameter than the pipe on the upstream side. Based on a principle of hydraulics, as water flows through the pipe, its velocity is increased as it flows through a reduced cross-sectional area. The difference in pressure before water enters the smaller diameter section and at the smaller diameter “throat” is measured. The change in pressure is proportional to the square of velocity. The flow rate can be determined by measuring the difference in pressure. Venturi meters are suitable for large pipelines and do not require much maintenance.
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Commissioning and calibration of meters is the process that contributes to the proper installation and provision of adjustments necessary to generate accurate meter data
Orifice meters work on the same principle as Venturi meters, except that, instead of the decreasing crosssectional area, there is a circular disc with a concentric hole. The flow rate is calculated similarly to the Venturi meter by measuring the difference in pressures. The pressure drop is very high through these meters and, consequently, they are seldom used in modern applications. Turbine meters have a rotating element that turns with the flow of water. The number of rotor revolutions measures the volume of water. Magnetic meters have an insulated section through which water flows. The flow of water induces an electrical current that is proportional to the velocity and, hence, the flow rate. In some cases, it is necessary to have a combination meter – a positive displacement meter and velocity meter installed together – to be able to measure extremely high flow rate applications. Low flows are measured through positive displacement while high flows are measured by velocity. A valve arrangement directs flows into each part of the meter. For flows up to 160 gpm, positive displacement meters in sizes of 1”, 1½” or two inches are commonly used. In sizes of 2-3 inches, either displacement or turbine types of meters can be used. In the 3-4-inch-size range, the meter type depends on the average flow rate. If the flow rate is between five and 35 per cent of maximum flow rate, the positive displacement type is better. If the flow rates are going to be 10-15% of the maximum capacity, a turbine type should be used. If close accuracy at low flows is important, but large flows also have to be measured, a compound meter is best. Venturi meters can be considered as an option for a large range of flows, such as metering a main, if you need a meter that will not interfere with the flow, if the meter fails. Magnetic meters offer high accuracy with no head loss but are the most expensive option for metering water.
SEWER/BLOWDOWN METERING
Owing to the expense and potential problems, measuring sewage flow should only be considered when water use for irrigation or evaporative processes (such as cooling towers, evaporative condensers and direct/indirect evaporative cooling) are large and the local utility provides a financial credit for the reduced sewer
burden. Even in these cases, it is usually more cost effective to sub-meter the water flow to these applications and deduct the flows from overall water usage.
METER INSTALLATION
Though it has been said before, it’s not sufficient to focus only on the quality of equipment; installation is as important as the selection process. The entire installation exercise must be verified in detail by a commissioning process containing checklists of all items and processes necessary to ascertain compliance to the installation criteria provided by the meter manufacturer. Different types of meters have very specific installation requirements that are necessary for proper function. The meter manufacturer installation procedures and recommendations should be followed in detail. Meters should be installed by qualified contractors under the supervision of the project commissioning agent, the project inspector, the project manager and the engineer of record.
Commissioning and calibration of meters is the process that contributes to the proper installation and provision of adjustments necessary to generate accurate meter data. The accuracy and reliability of the data obtained from meters largely depends on whether they are properly installed and calibrated. Installation details must strictly follow the meter manufacturer’s instructions. Once a meter is properly installed, a process must be conducted to confirm accuracy and calibration. Accuracy is the ability of a measurement to match the actual value being measured. Calibration is the act of checking or adjusting the accuracy of meter by comparing it with a known standard. The known standard in the case of most meters can be a portable meter of greater accuracy with calibration traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). All revenue-grade meters should have a calibration certificate
indicating measurements traceable to the NIST or equivalent institution. Meter manufacturers and suppliers must produce the criteria for installed accuracy validation. Documentation affirming that the meter was properly installed and providing accurate data should be specified to be a part of the commissioning process. In closing, I would recommend that any building or chilled water plant have a meter programme in place. However, do always be sure to use the right meter for the job, and to ensure that it is installed as per instructions. Also, it is vital to have a calibration/re-commissioning programme in place, and you will be on your way to energy savings.
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How are UAE-based manufacturers responding to trends triggered by national targets, and capitalising on the country’s reputation for incorporating high-quality products across its landscape, owing to stringent regulations? Is the emphasis on high quality paving the way for them to offer their HVACR equipment, accessories and services abroad? By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
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he world has stood witness to the UAE’s meteoric acceleration as a nation in a short span of time. Beyond the iconic developments that decorate its popular skylines, however, is a more significant attraction – a people collectively determined to advance the international reputation of a country in the realms of renewable energy, green buildings and other virtues. Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Executive Director, Dubai Science Park and Chairing Member, Pharmaceutical and Medical Equipment Taskforce, Dubai Industrial Strategy 2030, describes the country’s move to diversify energy sources, as a journey – one that is going in the right direction. “They are ambitious,” he says, referring to the many targets the government has set. “But it’s not only ambition, it’s also about determination.” Saeed Al Abbar, Chairman, Emirates Green Building Council, provides a background of the early government initiatives that have reverberated to
this day. In 2007, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced a decree that mandated all new urban structures to conform to environment-friendly green building standards. It was at the same time, Al Abbar says, the Emirates Green Building Council was established as an independent forum aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices. “In this relatively short span of time, we have witnessed transformational progress in driving green buildings in the UAE,” he says. “This is particularly steered by a strong governmental resolve and the support of both public and private sector entities, who are increasingly and voluntarily investing in a sustainable built environment.” Al Abbar adds that several factors contributed to this, namely the launch of the Pearl Rating System by Estidama in 2010, as part of Plan Abu Dhabi 2030; and Dubai Municipality launched the Dubai Green Building Regulations in 2011, which was initially mandatory for government buildings, before it became mandatory for all buildings in 2014.
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Another defining aspect of this transformation, Al Abbar says, is the UAE Energy Plan for 2050, and the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, which have demonstrated the nation’s focus on securing a greener future with clearly defined goals. Al Abbar provides a background: The UAE Energy Plan 2050 aims to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 70%, increase clean energy use by 50% and improve energy efficiency by 40% by the middle of the century, resulting in savings worth AED 700 billion. “The policy’s targets for the source of energy for local consumption by 2050 have been set at 44% from renewable energy, 38% from Gas, 12% from clean fossil and six per cent nuclear energy.” To provide a perspective, he says, at the moment, more than 90% of UAE’s energy needs are met by Natural Gas. Ambitious targets, by all accounts. However, Janahi believes that the faster pace in the move towards renewables is owing to the big learning curve. “Initially, the uptake of renewable was not so clear,” he says. “Prices were much higher, and technology adoption was much more difficult. Since it’s been in the [market] for more than 10 years, people have learnt about it. Universities now have degrees specifically for renewable energy, and legislation has supported [its cause]. Everything has come together in a nice way from that level, so I’m quite confident.” The move to meet the environmental objectives has driven a number of initiatives, an example of which is the ‘Benchmarking Project’ to assess the building efficiency and energy performance of hotels, malls and schools. The project, developed by EmiratesGBC, in partnership with the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, in 2016, to support the Building Efficiency Accelerator (BEA), is an initiative under the ‘Sustainable Energy for All’ (SE4All), led by the United Nations Secretary-General, and funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF). “Under BEA, Green Building Councils are engaging with leading cities to ramp up the energy efficiency of buildings in an initiative led by the World Resources Institute, and in partnership with the World Green Building Council,” Al Abbar says. As the first BEA demonstration project in Dubai, Al Abbar believes it will serve as a referral point in driving forward the energy efficiency of buildings in the city, and double the rate of efficiency by 2030. “The findings will not only help in undertaking relevant retrofitting measures but will also support policy making in relation to sustainable buildings,” he says. “I strongly believe that the Benchmarking Project has set a referral point
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for the region in driving green buildings, and we already see strong interest from across MENA to undertake similar exercises.” While the government has made major strides to move the country in the right direction, engaging stakeholders is another matter. “The challenges obviously relate to the investment involved and in the need for greater awareness – community-wide – to engage the industry and the people in sustainable practices,” Al Abbar says. “Fortunately, with a clear direction and roadmap set by the government, these have well been addressed.” “The government is leading by example,” Janahi adds, admitting that what he is interested in seeing is a more proactive move to “encourage the private sector to lead the change”.
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR THE HVACR INDUSTRY?
The national ambition has, indeed, impacted the private sector. “The construction market in the UAE is a key driver of the nation’s economy,” says Muzamil Shaikhani, Managing Director, Rubberworld. “Today, the UAE is home to some of the most ambitious mega projects adopting green building strategies to improve the performance of buildings by implementing regulations and standards, certified and specified by Estidama and Dubai Central Laboratory, to ensure the quality and safety of products. The market is encouraging the local players to align with international standards and to respond to requirements for safety, sustainability and energy efficiency.” Additionally, Shaikhani says, with buildings being the largest energy consuming sector, HVAC is being looked at as a significant opportunity for energy saving through efficient, integrated design in the building. “Sustainability, safety and IEQ are top considerations in the construction industry and should have sustainability features,” he says. Ali Al Jassim, CEO of Etihad ESCO, touches on the HVACR industry’s role in this regard. “We aim to reduce energy consumption by 30%,” he says. “Seventy per cent of the energy bill is for air conditioners, so if we target air conditioners it means we are targeting 70% of that 30%. The major chunk of energy consumption is in HVAC, so when we enter any building and we go to an existing building the first thing we target is air conditioning, and then we go to lighting and then we go to other energy-conservation methods, because air conditioning and lighting are more than 80%.”
Even if your power source is renewable we need to be conscious how to use it. We live in the desert, and we are energy scarce. We have to use it in the best possible way, because we don’t have an abundance of energy or water UAE-based HVACR manufacturers and suppliers are not isolated from the collective move in this regard, and most have implemented their own strategy to cope with emerging trends. However compliance, for local manufacturers, means two things. The first is compliance with their own respective facilities and operations. Pramodh Idicheria, Executive Director, Clima Uno, says: “We adhered to the UAE’s green building regulation during the construction phase of our new factory in Dubai Investment Park. The factory has provisions for reuse of condensate drain and wastewater recirculation. It uses energy-saving lamps, allows for natural light inside the factory and has insulated panels on the factory roof to reduce air conditioning load.” Samee Patel, Chief Operating Officer, RSA Cold Chain and RSA Logistics, provides a perspective on the same with regard to its cold chain operations and facility, which he says, features an ammonia chiller for lower energy consumption. The facility, he says, has also been insulated to minimise air loss with isothermal inflatable dock shelters at the loading bay. “The storage area has been designed based on a giant insulated box created within the main warehouse building to avoid direct exposure to external walls and ceilings, resulting in zero exposure to outside temperature,” he says. “Small details, such as LED lights, have also been used throughout the facility to ensure no unnecessary thermal energy is generated.”
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For its part, KAD Air conditioning is manufacturing all its air conditioning products in its facility in Dubai Investment Park as per International standards, such as UL555, UL555S, DW-144 and BS476. “We make them available to local contractors and manufacturers to reduce the need of importing the material from outside the UAE and GCC region, thus lowering the carbon footprint,” says Javed Tejani, the company’s General Manager. The decision to do so, he says, was taken also in an effort to help the local economy grow and facilitate local synergy among manufacturers. The second manner in which UAE-based manufacturers cope with the trends blowing through the region is by optimising the quality of products they will be supplying to the market. “There is a positive momentum among local producers in adopting regulations and standards set by the government,” Shaikhani says. Adds Umesh Unni, Regional Commercial Manager (Insulation), Hira Industries: “The UAE has a lot of regulations. Manufacturers of insulation need to have green building certificate to control technical properties, including fire properties. All manufacturers should have it, if you want to do any project.” Stringent regulation, he says, was borne from the proactive move to control material to avoid fire-related incidents. To adapt to regulation as well as local conditions, companies have often been forced to undertake R&D. Idicheria says: “All our products, including air-handling units (AHUs), fan-coil units (FCUs) and energyrecovery ventilation (ERVs) meet Estidama and Trakhees standards. In addition, we are constantly engaged in R&D to continuously improve the performance of these products.” Shpak Kostya, Marketing Manager, Aldes Middle East, echoes the importance of innovation and speaks on the advantages of having a local factory that has a local R&D to address particular demands. “HVAC projects call for lots of customisation, and we are able to react fast on it and deliver the products the customer wants,” he says. Kostya provides a manufacturer’s perspective on getting people to accept green and innovative products, lamenting that more often than not, contractors want to finish the job at the lowest initial cost and move on to the next project. “As usual, we have lots of resistance to new changes,” he says. “But some of the clients are ready to increase capital investment now and save money later by saving energy, time and human resources.” Janahi shares his experience in terms of encouraging sustainable practices within
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Dubai Science Park. “For a lot of companies, this is something new, there’s always a fear of the unknown,” he says. “We like to do it first and show people. This does two things – it proves to companies it’s doable and whatever learning we have, we pass it on to the other countries.” For Janahi, this mind-set led to the construction of the laboratory building in Dubai Science Park, which is a LEED Silvercertified building. “There was a lot of us doing things for the first time,” he says, “but when we finished the building and it was handed over, now we operate it and we can really compare it [and see] it was designed for sustainability.” Janahi draws comparisons from his work with TECOM, which has previously built developments that were not designed to be sustainable. “The natural shading does actually reduce electricity and also cooling load,” he says. “There’s a lot of numbers we can talk about and it actually makes a lot of sense.” Janahi, providing a non-technical perspective, believes that there should be more engagement among companies to share knowledge and showcase what can be done to reduce long-term cost and lessen the impact on the environment. With such movements from various stakeholders, it would seem that there is a slow and steady move towards development of green buildings. “A tangible change is in the offing,” Al Abbar says, adding that this positive momentum is only further set to continue with Dubai Municipality’s Al Saafat building rating system, set to be in effect the beginning of 2018, which will mandate that every building must adhere to the minimum silver category requirements. “Further, I believe that a voluntary change is already happening,” Al Abbar says. “Building owners, irrespective of whether they exit the project at a later stage, have come to realise the long-term value of their investment in energy-efficient and sustainable solutions, and are increasingly being responsible in their contribution to the green vision of the nation.” The key, says Al Abbar, is to ensure energy-efficient buildings will continue to command a premium over others, so it would make financial sense to invest in them. “This is driven by an increasingly environmentconscious community that prefers ‘green buildings’ over energy-efficient structures, as they know the value the buildings brings to them – from utility bills to the quality of life,” he says. The EmiratesGBC, Al Abbar says, has been working extensively with all stakeholders in the construction value
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chain through its year-round initiatives to highlight the value that investing in green technologies brings. For Janahi, the answer is communication. “It was more expensive for us,” Janahi admits, referring to the construction of DSP’s LEED Silver-certified building, “but we were convinced it was the right thing to do. [In the] long term, it is showing us that it is less expensive. [But] it is difficult for people to have long-term views. [For example, if an item is] AED 20 and another is AED 40, most only want to pay AED 20, when the fact remains that in five years you will change the AED 20 item two or three times. It is really being able to convince [the public that while] it is more expensive, [it is] cheaper in the long term. I think that [what] people are lacking is how to validate that.” In order to validate, Janahi says, people should report and provide examples of best practices, highlighting consumption of power by air conditioners to encourage sustainable design practices to lower energy consumption. “At the end of the day, we’re going to use the power,” he says. “Even if your power source is renewable we need to be conscious how to use it. We live in the desert, and we are energy scarce. We have to use it in the best possible way, because we don’t have an abundance of energy or water. It’s both the supply and demand side, the supply needs to be clean. We also need to have the right mechanisms from a behavioural point of view and a building management point of view.” In talking about the efficient use of power, the issue of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) inevitably joins the fray. For Al Abbar, the clean energy strategies in the region are an ideal complement to improving IEQ while not compromising on the development’s energy consumption. “The World Green Building Council sets a clear definition and guideline for IEQ, which covers all the conditions inside a building, including air quality, lighting, thermal conditions, ergonomics and acoustics, and their impact on the residents,” he says. “What is important is to achieve a balanced selection of strategies that will promote efficiency and conservation while addressing the needs of the occupants.” Providing an example, Al Abbar points to the use of solar panels on rooftops, which he says, do not impact either. “Approaches such as the use of daylighting; installing operable windows; giving occupants temperature, ventilation and lighting control; and including an appropriate acoustic design all contribute to enhanced IEQ,” he says.
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Al Abbar also touches on other factors that impact IEQ, chief being building materials such as paints, coatings, adhesive and sealants, combustion processes in the HVAC equipment, mould, cleaning materials, and pollutants. “The green building strategies of the region already factor in these, and we see incredible innovation in this space – such as in the development of green building materials – that contribute to improve IEQ,” he says.
There is a higher demand for insulated panels now due to the green building code and due to the requirement to maintain thermal comfort in different buildings, and more energy efficiency
MANUFACTURERS’ RESPONSE TO DEMAND
HVACR manufacturers and suppliers, on their part, have reported a slight change in consciousness among users based on demand. “There is a greater awareness among clients, and enquiries do tend to address energyefficiency needs,” Idicheria says. “We have also noticed that increasingly, consultants and contractors are using Horseshoe heat pipe for pre-cooling and reheating of the hot and humid air outside, heat-recovery wheels (HRWs) for recovering the energy from the exhaust stream and variable frequency drives (VFDs) to save energy. Tejani says: “There is awareness among contractors for a product that consumes less electricity, such as a variable air volume unit.” Thierry Chamayou, Schneider Electric’s Regional Vice President EMEA South, IT Business, says he sees a similar trend with regard to data centre cooling. “In the last period, we are seeing more demand for energy saving and more integrated products and monitoring control,” he says. “We are seeing
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this not only in the UAE but also in Middle East and Africa.” The market, he says, is growing due to awareness and has prompted the company to work with stakeholders to replicate case studies and showcase different applications. Rosy Salameh, Assistant Managing Director, Tiger Profiles and Insulations, is of the same opinion, saying that demand has increased since the building code came out with requirements for insulated products. “There is a higher demand for insulated panels now due to the green building code and due to the requirement to maintain thermal comfort in different buildings, and more energy efficiency, as well,” she says. The demand, however, is not only driven by regulations, but also an increase in efforts to lower capital and operational cost. Dr Talat K Haffar, Regional Sales Manager, Everest Commercial Refrigerators, a UAEbased company specialising in beverage coolers, says that since electricity and energy become more expensive in the Middle East,
especially in the GCC region, the company has been forced to innovate and has, thus, been implementing new controllers, so it can control the cooling inside the cooler at night and day that will reduce energy consumption. Patel is of the same opinion. “Operational costs, in general, have risen in the UAE,” he says. “Consequently, organisations are looking for ways to reduce expenditure, which involves turning to sustainable alternatives. Especially in the cold chain, high costs are involved to maintain temperatures. The solution is to design the facility to ensure no temperature loss. Patel also points out to energy-efficient machines with smart batteries for retaining energy in cold stores. This line of thinking has encouraged the company to implement solar power. Following RSA’s decision to employ ammonia in its chiller system, which he says, is more energy efficient and better for the environment than
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Freon, Patel believes that ammonia will gain popularity. He quickly adds that it remains an expensive solution, though, encouraging the exploration for an alternative gas.
WHAT OF EXISTING BUILDINGS?
To continue in this positive movement towards energy efficiency and successfully achieve such national targets, attention is also being placed on retrofit initiatives, which are crucial to reducing overall efficiency, as the country features a significant number of existing building stock that do not meet emerging standards. Al Abbar is optimistic in this regard, noting that there has been considerable progress in retrofitting buildings with the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy (DIES) 2030 offering a comprehensive policy framework that includes a robust Demand Side Management (DSM) strategy. “As part of the strategy, some 30,000 buildings have been identified as to benefit from retrofitting by reducing their energy consumption by 30% before 2030,” he says. Al Abbar also speaks on the great value of Etihad Esco’s building-retrofit programme, in Dubai, which he points out, last year reportedly helped conserve over 54Gwh of energy with the retrofit projects implemented for DEWA, JAFZA, Dubai International Financial Centre and the Mohammed bin Rashid Housing Establishment, across 2,178 buildings. Similarly, Abu Dhabi has launched the Tarsheed programme to help reduce energy and water consumption of up to 3,000 nonresidential buildings over the next five years. Jasim, however, believes there is a strong need for people with the proper knowledge, expertise and skill-set to implement best practices and further innovation. “Capacity building is a challenge,” he says. “There are only a group of people who know this technology who know about energy-efficiency retrofitting.” He says there is an urgent need to expand, to train people and to build the capacity of everybody, be they professionals or students, by looking at the curriculum being taught in the universities. “It has to spread more than what it is now,” Jasim says. “Technology is moving fast, and projects are coming in the pipeline. The region is moving, and we need more people. We need resources.” Al Abbar agrees with this, when he says: “Through a consistent focus on enhancing awareness on the need to retrofit buildings for efficiency, we see greater awareness among consultants and contractors. However, we understand the need for providing them best practices that help them to focus on
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Fortunately, consultants and contractors are also encouraging locally made products due to their costeffectiveness, faster delivery, easy maintenance and ability to deliver tailor-made solutions
retrofitting efficiently by using the right tools and practices.” In line with this, Al Abbar says, EmiratesGBC launched the Technical Guidelines for Retrofitting Existing Buildings, a handbook providing viable retrofit methods and the ‘Energy Efficiency Programme’, which brings together several stakeholders in a comprehensive publicly accessible online database. This year, he says, Emirates GBC also launched a Building Retrofit Training (BRT) course in partnership with the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company). The course, he says, aims to “bridge the knowledgegap regarding best practices for retrofitting and building sector efficiency among all stakeholders in the industry”. The move towards capacity building is also being taken up by other stakeholders to provide a broad perspective on how sustainability is applicable. Jahani points to the Green Leadership Series launched in DSP, as an example. “It has been an amazing platform,” he says. “We are able to engage different levels of stakeholders. It is a very effective stakeholder engagement tool. It’s been really around making sure you have the right dialogue.” By way of example, he speaks of the outcome of a recent event under the Series, involving industry and academia that reached the conclusion that while there is a host of engineers, there is a need for more lawyers to help consolidate the language and streamline the process within the industry. “It’s important to have this kind of [a discussion],” Janahi says. “People avoid it, think there are no solutions or that it is tough to find a solution.”
BEYOND THE BORDERS
While the UAE continues in its positive trajectory, many manufacturers are leveraging their experience complying with the increasingly stringent regulations in the UAE, as well as the high standards associated with the country, as a means to gain a competitive advantage while looking to move beyond borders. Idicheria says: “Manufacturing is critical to the UAE’s diversification drive. The government is taking all the right measures, such as enacting business-friendly industrial policies and creating a highly efficient trade, transport and logistics infrastructure to attract investors. In the long run, this will help build UAE’s reputation as a manufacturing hub.” Shpak says: “Having a local ISO-certified factory with European standards of manufacturing allows us to support our clients and get prestigious references in Middle East.
If we speak for the GCC [region] and Middle East countries, it is still much easier and cheaper to deliver products from the UAE than from Europe or the United States.” Haffar says that Everest has spread out to open and operate factories across the GCC region and some parts of North Africa and is looking into possibly entering the market in North America. “If we started from a different place other than the UAE, we will not have the same success,” he says. “Being a UAE company and being in the UAE, we were exposed to harsh [ambient] conditions. When people know we are from the UAE they do regard us as having high standard.” Idicheria believes UAE-based manufacturers are also slowly making a name for themselves. “The progress of businesses, such as ours, is a testimony to that,” he says. “In the HVAC market, which has many global players, we have been able to gain greater ground through tailor-made, quality solutions, ensuring faster delivery and savings on transportation. We are definitely giving the
the UAE’s position as a hub also provides a significant advantage to supply to the region, due to easy accessibility and also recognition from the international community with regard to the strict regulations in the country with regard to quality. For many people, the UAE may seem as though it is reaching for the stars. However, the success the country has achieved over the years has given it the confidence to do so. As stakeholders navigate the economic, regulatory and market conditions, the experience and expertise gained from triumphs and failures have helped fashion a more resilient industry that is helping position the country as a hub and thought leader.
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And we have here‌ The HVACR section of The Big 5 of 2017 provided an opportunity for manufacturers to showcase new products and innovations, in addition to strengthening their relationship with existing clients and seeking out new ones. Climate Control Middle East, in its traditional coverage of the show, presents profiles of some of the exhibiting companies, with more to follow in the January 2018 issue.
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FLAMCO
During its participation at The Big 5, Flamco showcased its Flamcomat MPR-S (25-bar) balanced high-pressure, sealed spill and fill automat. Jim Martin, Sales Director Middle East, discussing the system with Climate Control Middle East, said it is suitable for high-pressure applications. The system, he said, is an upgrade from Flamco’s traditional technology and has been integrated with new features to provide suitable solutions for high-rise buildings. Martin also highlighted Flamco’s Press DS Plus, which he described as a 3-in-1 unit for pressurisation, de-aeration and automatic dosing. He emphasised its space-saving feature and lower carbon footprint, as it offers three operations in one equipment. Martin further highlighted Flamcovent Clean Smart, which, he said, is designed for air and dirt separation with energy retention. The product, he explained, has been in the production for four years and is a patented technology that will help building owners and operators reduce energy cost. Martin added that as a European manufacturer, the products are designed to take into account energy efficiency to address growing trends in the European market, adding that he hopes local contractors see the benefits of such features.
DWYER
Nick Malby, Sales Manager – Middle East, Dwyer, highlighted the company’s range of instrumentation and sensors for building automation, placing a strong emphasis on its series AVUL, designed to measure air velocity. At the show, Malby also introduced visitors to the company’s Smart Air Hood, a new technology for balancing of air conditioning systems. The range of products, Malby said, has been in production for the past six months. He said Dwyer’s participation in The Big 5 was to highlight the benefits of the products to the Middle East audience. As technology improves, Malby said, so does the awareness of energy saving that can be gained from a well-organised and balanced air conditioning building control system, leading to greater appreciation and recognition of measurement and controls in this regard.
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All the way from Greece to Dubai for The Big 5, Nikolas Argoudelis, Mechanical Engineer, Sound and Vibration Studies, Alpha Acoustiki, spoke to Climate Control Middle East with regard to the company’s commitment towards acoustic, noise and vibration control. The company highlighted its noise-reducing products at the show, in the context of the increasing awareness towards, and emphasis on, IEQ. The company, Argoudelis said, has experienced greater demand in Greece and is optimistic that rising standards in the region will create similar demands for buildings that will benefit from the range of products the company is offering. Argoudelis said the company offers vibration control products that can be used in HVAC and refrigeration systems, highlighting its restrained spring isolators, which, he said, are ideal for high wind loads and external forces.
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Germany-based S+S Regeltechnik is asserting its presence in the Middle East region and used its participation in The Big 5 to consolidate the drive. Stefanie Scholz, Sales, spoke about the company, which specialises in sensor technology for measurement
and control in facility automation and mechanical engineering, and its move to showcase products in temperature, humidity, pressure, light and CO2 sensors for the first time in Dubai. The company, she said, aims to expand its customer base in the Middle East, and aims to penetrate the region by reinforcing greater presence in Dubai, by putting the focus on how control and proper assessment are vital to ensure optimum indoor climate.
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Tradition is how Caio Tadeu Brandao, North and Latin America Sales Manager, Climatech International, described the company’s long-standing participation at The Big 5, adding that the company views the event as a platform to engage with customers in the region. In the 2017 show, the company introduced its portable welding machine, which is a cordless system that will help in the installation of ducts. The machine, Brandao said, is a lot quicker and will ensure proper welding without having to deal with the flow of power fluctuation that “sometimes interferes with how much welding goes into the process”. Being a battery-operated product, he said, the system offers more freedom for the duct shop. The company, he said, has witnessed strong demand in the UAE and Saudi Arabia and remains committed to aligning itself with national goals. The company, he said, has seen an increase in demand for product specification and believes that there has been a shift in relation to demand of consultants, compared to those, several years
ago. “Now,” he said, “it’s a good mix of price, quality and safety.”
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AAF International chose to highlight a range of products in the context of the increasing standards in air quality, in terms of energy efficiency and the new ISO standard 16890 in Europe, to be effective by April 2018. Prasad Natraj, AAF’s General Manager (Middle East) for Air Filtration Products, said the company has introduced products to prevent air pollution in mission-critical areas, such as hospitals and healthcare. At the show, the company highlighted its filters, which Natraj said, can remove particles to around one micron size. The filters, he added, are Eurovent-certified and come with fire ratings. The company also highlighted its washable filters, which, Natraj said, can be cleaned without the risk of corrosion. Further, AAF highlighted its HEPA filters for the hospitality sector and air-handling units, emphasising that they remove 99.97%
of particles, up to 0.3 microns in size. The company also showcased its kitchen ecology units for removing kitchen odour, “which generally contain greases fatty acids, oil and fine particles”. The product, Natraj said, complies with standards set by the Dubai Municipality, with the aim of ensuring that establishments treat the air going out of the building.
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Canada-based ACME Engineering Productions showcased its environmental control solutions at its stand during The Big 5. Robert Presser, Vice President, provided a background of the company, highlighting its cooling tower and other water-related applications. Saying that the company also offers gas detection, both indoor and outdoor, he added that the solutions have evolved from a safety product to an energy-conversation product. Presser said the company is going outside the building envelop to address emerging
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demand of smart cities by providing a solution that can assess airborne pollution both in gas and particulate form, allowing cities to gauge emissions. The company, he said, offers solutions to monitor in real time environmental aspects such as the concentration of CO2 in major highways, and the effect of the pollution in surrounding residential areas. Uptake in demand for the integration of such products locally, he said, is owing to European and US design criteria entering the region, complemented by increasing emphasis on sustainability.
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All the way from Poland, Alnor showcased its VAV regulator to the visitors of The Big 5. Rafal Olejnik, Marketing Director, said the company developed the regulator a month ago. The company, he said, has had a strong presence in 76 countries, having exhibited in notable international HVACR conferences. It is aiming to solidify its presence in press fitting, VRV regulators and, most recently, fire dampers, he added. Currently, Alnor is in the process of launching a new version of its fire dampers. The company, Olejnik said, is positioning itself in the UAE as an entity that offers a high-quality product in the market at a better price.
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Christer Johnsson, Managing Director, Spiro International, spoke with Climate Control Middle East on the company’s long history in developing spiral ducts to facilitate fresh air changes, though it has since evolved to manufacture other products. Spiro International’s participation in The Big 5, he said, was aimed at highlight the ducts’ new connector system, which is faster and easier to install. The main feature of the product, he said, is high-quality ductwork to avoid leakage, thus reducing energy consumption and ensuring fresh air conditioning.
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Canada-headquartered Greystone’s main aim in its participation at The Big 5 was to target BMS and BAS contractors. Jeff Foster, International Sales Manager, EMEA, said that the company has been supplying to companies such as Honeywell, Johnson Control, Siemens and Schneider, to name a few. More known in the region for its carbon monoxide detectors for carparks, Foster said Greystone wants to showcase its diversity by highlighting its other devices applicable for the HVAC industry. The company, Foster said, is also known for its VOC and broad IEQ sensors. In view of the palpable increase in
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demand for better air quality in the region, he said, the company is looking to promote its range of IEQ products. Greystone is also introducing information of new products in the pipeline, specifically its innovation for the pharmaceutical industry, which the company is set to launch at the AHR Expo in January 2018 in Chicago, in the United States. Foster said Greystone will go to the market with the products in the early spring of 2018.
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Shunji Miyake, Product Manager, KDK, said that the company aims to spotlight ventilation and its wide range of applications for fans, which includes addressing the needs of small buildings, larger developments and multi-storey buildings. The company, he said, aims to highlight the recent launch of its industrial fans for factories and hotels. The advantage of KDK’s products, he said, is energy savings, durability and noise control. Touching on innovations of its new line of products, Miyake said the company is using DC motors, which, he said, when compared to conventional systems, can save almost 40% of power consumption. The company, he said, has also launched energy-recovery ventilators that allow users to save energy for air conditioners almost up to 60%.
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Swiss manufacturing company, Refco, highlighted the whole range of its gauges and equipment for the HVAC industry at the show. Sheb Powell, Area Sales Manager, shared his observations on the demand Refco witnessed throughout the show. Despite the cost of the products being developed in Switzerland, he said, which makes it more expensive in comparison to other products in the market, and despite the price-driven market, the company has seen
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explicit requests from visitors to The Big 5 for digital high-end tools for super heat and subcooling calculations, “which is the way you’re supposed to be doing installation”. This, he said, proves there is a market for high-end equipment and that it is important to find the right audience. “Unfortunately,” he said, “some distributors can be very short-sighted and prefer products that have high turnover.” Another aspect he wanted to highlight is the importance of training people to optimise the [selection of] proper tools and move the industry away from cost-centric thinking. The company, he said, is conducting training sessions to help cultivate greater awareness on best practices.
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Francesca Rossi, Export Manager, Stella Welding Alloys, spoke of the company’s objective to promote its brazing alloys for HVACR applications. Its features, she said, makes it technically flexible and reliable, which is what the company hopes to promote to the local market. The company, she said, is looking to expand its operations in the Middle East. Sharing her feedback on the show, Rossi commented that the 2017 edition of The Big 5 yielded more quality networking opportunities.
TROSTEN
S P Sarangan, General Manager, said Trosten always aims to come out with a new product range to optimise its participation in The Big 5. For this year’s edition, Sarangan said the company highlighted its new heat recovery package solution. Known for its air-handling units and fan-coil units, Sarangan said Trosten has recently been promoting its DX range of products, such as ducted splits and package units and that to add more value to the product range, Trosten has also launched a
heat-recovery package system. Touching on its features, Sarangan said the company has produced a 100% fresh air package unit with heat recovery along with a built-in inverter compressor. “We also use the condensate from the evaporator to cool the condenser coil, increasing the efficiency of the whole system,” he said. This, he added, falls in line with Trosten’s strategy to move towards eco-friendly high-efficiency products. He added that the system yields an energy saving anywhere between 30 and 50%, when compared with a conventional system and that government authorities have shown interest in the product. Cost-wise, he said, the system is 15-20% more expensive than conventional systems; however, given the energy savings, the payback would be less than two years. The solution, he said, is ideal for critical applications such as operation rooms and data centres, where “systems cannot afford any failure”. The fan-array system, he said, ensures that in the worstcase scenario only one fan will fail, and the other fans will ramp up operations to deliver the same capacity or air-flow rate as required by the system.
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During The Big 5, China-based Phnix introduced visitors to its heat pumps and fancoil units. Eric Wang, Sales Manager, while speaking with Climate Control Middle East with regard to the company’s heat pump, said that the company offers two products, one for hot water applications and the other for cooling water in chillers. For the fan-coil units, he said, the company offers three varieties. As newcomers to the exhibition, the company aimed to expand its operations in the Middle East. Though heat pump technology is not new to China, Wang said there has been uptake in the market due to government incentives to move the people away from coal and gas heaters towards heat pumps. Leveraging its experience in providing energy-efficient solutions, Wang said the company aims to share knowledge and expertise with the UAE. Being aware of the high-ambient conditions in the country, Wang said the company wants to promote chillers and hot water heat pumps, which can work in a reliable and stable manner under 55 degrees C and produce 5 degrees C of chilled water.
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Etihad ESCO signs energy efficiency service agreement with Dubai Police Agreement includes undertaking of LEED audits of facilities and installation of solar PVs, says CEO of Etihad ESCO By CCME Content Team
tihad Energy Services Company (Etihad ESCO) has signed an energy efficiency service agreement with Dubai Police to provide energy-efficient solutions for 34 of its facilities, the company said through a Press communiqué. According to the communiqué, 34 facilities, including police stations, prisons and offices, would be serviced under the agreement. Speaking on the occasion, Ali Al Jassim, CEO of Etihad ESCO, said: “Dubai Police has always been at the forefront of green and sustainable initiatives. We are pleased to engage with them to support their drive towards a clean and green future. “At Etihad ESCO, our goal is to collaborate with public and private sectors to make a positive contribution to the country and its strategies towards the future of energy. We’re confident that our agreement with Dubai Police will not only assist them to reduce energy usage but also facilitate access to new technologies and solutions for improving energy efficiency.”
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Empower, Trane discuss R&D to enhance DC sector
District Cooling utility provider’s CEO and chiller manufacturer’s President also discuss business opportunities and projects between the two companies By CCME Content Team
istrict Cooling utility provider, Empower has through a Press communiqué stressed on the important role that Research and Development (R&D) plays in the continuing efforts to improve and enhance the District Cooling sector. The company’s CEO, Ahmad Bin Shafar, emphasised the need to further consolidate Dubai’s position as a global hub for R&D, particularly in the move to drive in more development for specialised utilities segments while also helping achieve total sustainable development for the emirate. In line with this, Bin Shafar recently welcomed Donny Simmons, President of Trane North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa. During their meeting, both officials discussed business opportunities and projects between the two companies, the communiqué said. Earlier this year, Empower announced the agreement with Trane, to purchase 60 advanced, eco-friendly EcoWise chillers with a total capacity of 200,000 tonnes of refrigeration (TR), which the communiqué said, would help Empower drive towards its
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carbon emission reduction goals. The deal is considered to be the biggest in the recent history of the industry, the communiqué said. The EcoWise portfolio of products is designed to lower environmental impact with nextgeneration, low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants and high-efficiency operation, the communiqué added. Simmons, the communiqué said, visited Bin Shafar, during which both parties agreed on exploring new opportunities within the energy and utilities sector, which in turn, could result in the shared goal of delivering innovative, energy-efficient products and services that can help organisations reduce their environmental impact and achieve set sustainability targets.
Bin Shafar said: “Simmons’s visit to Empower demonstrates Trane and Ingersoll Rand’s commitment to its business relationships. Our companies understand the value that R&D plays today, especially in the concerted efforts to drive in more development in the District Cooling segment. The move to work closely together and explore potential projects and initiatives in energy efficiency proves to be both timely and strategic, further strengthening Dubai's position, where knowledge is highly valued.” Simmons said: “We value our relationship with Empower and our efforts to enhance the local utilities sector while driving developments in key segments in order to achieve long-term sustainability goals. Our relationship with Empower illustrates the global demand for next-generation refrigerants and efficient products, and Trane is excited for the opportunity to work with a global leader to not only help them meet their goals but also expand the positive impact of our own commitment to climate action.”
Al Jassim added that as part of the agreement, Etihad ESCO would be installing solar PVs and conducting LEED audits for some of the police facilities, apart from providing water and electricity efficiency solutions. These solutions, he added, would help Dubai Police to reduce their carbon emissions. Lieutenant Colonel Dr Tamim Al Haj, Director of the Environment, Health and Safety Department at Dubai Police, added: “At Dubai Police, sustainability is the core of our operations. We believe that small things make big differences. Through our collaboration with Etihad ESCO, we aim to forecast the future towards sustainable development and adopt small changes to daily routines to make sustainability our way of life. While we integrate sustainability throughout all levels of our organisation, we ensure that we also monitor and benchmark best practices to remain committed to our goal of supporting Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050.”
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Quantum Eurostar signs energy efficiency services contract with Etihad ESCO Project expected to save AED 4,422,000 annually, says Eurostar Chairman & CEO By CCME Content Team
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s part of a contract signed with Etihad ESCO, Quantum Eurostar Energy Solutions Company (QESCO), a joint venture between EUROSTAR Group and Italy-based Quantum, would be undertaking energy management projects in the UAE, the firms said through a Press communiqué. The projects would be focused on the leisure and entertainment sector and the contract has been signed for a period of eight years. According to the communiqué, the energy saving solutions would be provided to the Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Golf Residence. The communiqué further stated that the retrofit solutions would be applied on air-conditioning systems, internal lighting, external lighting, golf course lighting, building automation and control, building envelops, ventilation, pumps and fans, water systems and solar roof-top. Speaking on the occasion, Raju Jethwani, Chairman and CEO, EUROSTAR Group, said: “We are pleased to announce our agreement with Etihad ESCO. This project is the largest of its size,
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and we are happy that Etihad ESCO found the most suitable partner in us. The project will set new benchmarks in delivering energy service projects in the region.” Sharing further details on the forecasted energy-saving results, Jethwani added: “The total energy and water savings is expected to be AED 35 million. The accumulative carbon footprint reduction would be 36,000 tonnes by the end of the project period. Rooftop solar panels would also be installed with a capacity of 677kW and the power generation would be 1,093,000 kWh annually. The entire project is expected to save AED 4,422,000 yearly.” Stefano Martini, CEO and Managing Director, Quantum, added: “At Quantum, we have been at the forefront of designing and executing energy-saving solutions across industries. With our partner Eurostar, we aim to bring to this region our tried and tested capabilities. It gives me immense pleasure to be working with Etihad ESCO on a prestigious project. Over the last year, QESCO has been working with various government and private organisations across the region. In the near term, we aim to announce new project wins in this space.”
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Green mosque initiative on track
Project to create more market opportunities for energy efficiency companies, says CEO By Benwen Lopez | Assistant Editor
n April 2017, Etihad Energy Services (Etihad ESCO) had floated tenders to provide water- and energy-efficiency solutions for 650 mosques in Dubai. Sharing an update on the project, Ali Mohammed Al Jassim, CEO, Etihad ESCO, said: “We split the project into Ali Al Jassim three phases, where under phase one the tender has been completed, and we are in the commissioning stage, which will be completed in the early phase of 2018. Around 12 companies participated in this project, thus making it more competitive.” Jassim said that the key challenge was to regularise the HVAC and water systems in the mosques during prayer time, when the load was at its peak. He added such initiatives would eventually spread across the GCC region and create more opportunities for energy service companies.
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Jordan “enthusiastically embracing renewable energy” ACWA Power CEO says that as CSP makes inroads in Jordan, the cost of kWh keeps dropping By Benwen Lopez | Assistant Editor
onsidering the high cost of fossil fuel to generate electricity, Jordan has been enthusiastically embracing renewable, said Paddy Padmanathan, President & CEO, ACWA Power. Elaborating on how the country is progressing in the concentrated solar power sector (CSP), Padmanathan said that initially, the average cost of generation was US 24 cents per kWh. He added that as Jordan continues to increase the use of renewable energy, the cost is expected to drop to US 11-12 cents per KwH in the next few years. This direction, he suggested, if instilled across the Middle East and North Africa region, could result in massive savings, especially when governments axe out subsidies. Before 2050, he added, power generation could cost up to US 2 cents per kWh.
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Misgivings related to sharing information is a bottleneck, says CCS Construction software company says sensitive information needed ‘to make the job a success’ By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
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he misgivings of stakeholders in the construction industry to share information is proving to be a bottleneck in the optimisation of data for more efficient project delivery. This was the observation Ian Hauptfleisch, General Manager, Construction Computer Software (CCS), shared with Climate Control Middle East, adding that much of the culture in the Middle East dictates that the estimate belongs only to the estimator, noting that there is a general reluctance to share relevant information with the team actually delivering the project. “From there, you already have a breakdown of data and information,” he said. “I’m not sure if it’s a security thing and people are worried about their information getting leaked out to the market, but it’s a bit of catch-22, because they need that information to make the job a success.” Hauptfleisch said that as a technology solutions provider CCS does recognise that the market is small and that, as such, information related to projects can be quite sensitive. He emphasised, however, that similarly it is these types of key data that can help streamline the completion of a project.
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Leminar tests Flame Safe in Spain Says its non-coated duct system for fire performance has successfully undergone testing and certification at Applus+ Laboratory By CCME Content Team
eminar Air Conditioning Industries has successfully tested and certified its Flame Safe non-coated duct systems for fire performance at Applus+ Laboratory in Spain, the company claimed through a Press communiqué. According to the communiqué, Flame Safe, which is designed and developed entirely by Leminar, is a cost-effective alternative to coated-
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Standard 476 part 24 (ISO 6944) that relates to a ductwork’s ability to resist the spread of fire. Flame Safe, Leminar said, meets and exceeds the stability, integrity and insulation criteria set forth under the framework. The results also validate Flame Safe’s superior quality and Leminar’s credible manufacturing practices, the company claimed through the communiqué. The testing, Leminar said, was conducted for both Type A (fire outside) and Type B (fire inside) un-insulated and insulated ducts suitable for smoke, ventilation, car park extract, pressurisation systems and commercial kitchen extract systems. In addition to the testing, Leminar said it has obtained certification and third-party listing with Exova Warringtonfire, UK for Flame Safe.
Protecting HVAC equipment from causing fires a critical challenge Saying this, Dipak M Bhadra of Leminar suggests that system should comply with stability, integrity and insulation resistance against the fire By Benwen Lopez | Assistant Editor
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Market sees lower consumer demand for air conditioners in 2017, says GfK Observations based on retail behaviour, not projects, says market intelligence company By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
n 2017, the market demand for air conditioners has been lower compared to the year before. This was the insight Trompess Francis, Business Group Manager, GfK, shared with Climate Control Middle East, following an assessment by the company after tracking the sale of air conditioners. “We are continually auditing the air conditioning market, every month,” he said. Francis stressed that the decline the company has observed pertains specifically to room air conditioners sold in retail channels and does not include projects.
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Selection of reliable systems vital for fire safety, says Honeywell Company official says global trends in regulation showcase move to adopt latest technologies By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
he proper selection of smart systems that are reliable and robust plays a vital role in relation to fire safety and security, said Dilip Sinha, General Manager, Middle East, Turkey and Africa, Honeywell. Sinha, speaking on the topic, exclusively told Climate Control Middle East that while most countries have strong regulatory and monitoring processes to ensure safety and security in the event of fire, most governments and civil defence authorities are also changing the regulations to adopt emerging technologies for the safety and security of the public. Sinha said that in addition to implementing technologically advanced systems, it is important to maintain them properly. The advantage of ensuring that such systems are maintained, he added, is vital, as such systems can allow for faster communication processes across different points in the event of an incident, leading to faster evacuation. “Letting the property manager and security people at different points know through their command and control systems or through their phones and apps that something has gone wrong at a certain point [is vital],” he said, “so that people can take quick and effective actions.”
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Environmental responsibility an essential base for economic growth, says Honeywell Company official stresses that building efficiency and greener economy make sense from a ‘financial and environmental standpoint’ By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
nvironmental responsibility is an essential base for economic growth and the development of business, said Amir Naqvi, Regional Marketing Leader, Honeywell Fluorine Products, Middle East, Turkey and Africa. Naqvi added that the move towards having improved buildings and a greener economy also made sense “from a financial as well as an environmental standpoint”. “Governments across the Middle East are committed to implementing environmentally friendly growth plans, promoting sustainable development and energy efficiency,” he said. “Therefore, it is only natural for responsible companies to understand the
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strategy and align themselves with related initiatives.” Naqvi said that having smarter, more connected and energy-efficient buildings contributes to regional government visions and plans to create smarter cities across the Middle East. Naqvi added that the pursuit of short-term economic gains are far outweighed by costs to society as a whole. “We owe it to our future generations to invest in innovation and increased resource efficiency,” he pointed out. To improve building efficiency, Naqvi said, more education and awareness is needed, adding that Honeywell has implemented strategic communications programmes in the United States and the Middle East to highlight its benefits.
End-users keener than ever on curbing opex, says Niba Cooling tower company’s representatives say global trends have prompted further investments in R&D By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
nd-users continue to showcase growing appreciation for energy-efficient and sustainable technologies to optimise operational costs and save resources. So said Murat Bakanay, General Manager, Niba Cooling Towers, while sharing his views with Climate Control Middle East on recent global trends the company has witnessed. He added that this has prompted the company to heavily invest in R&D to further address demand through “innovation and improvement”. Birey Bakanay, Vice General Manager, Niba Cooling Towers, added that the company has also invested in proper certification, citing Niba’s NB model cooling towers, which, he said, is certified by both CTI and Eurovent. Birey Bakanay provided the model as an example of the company’s expensive research initiative, saying the product had been tested across different design conditions at the company’s laboratory. The R&D project, he said, is on-going and
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Danfoss develops cold chain solution
Smart technology aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions caused by food wastage, says President
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o combat food wastage in the Middle East and Africa, Danfoss has partnered with Abdin Industrial Establishment to launch a digital cold chain technology solution, ADAP-KOOL, aimed at reducing the greenhouse gas emissions caused by food waste, said Levent Taşkın, President of Danfoss Turkey, Middle East and Africa. He added that the cloud-based technology would monitor food temperature at every step of the cold chain, and has a high potential to reduce food waste. Speaking on the development, Taşkın said: “In a region so scarce and dry, the food chain has its Levent Taşkın challenges. Unfortunately, the produce habits and usage in the Middle East and Africa impacts the global environment, and the emissions of greenhouse gases are taking a toll on the world around us. “Innovative and new techniques in the cold chain cycle can help to reduce wastage and by using components that fit into a digital cold chain solution, such as ADAP-KOOL, make the preservation of food and goods easier and more effective for hypermarkets.” Citing a case-in point, Taşkın added that in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Jordan, the installation of the solution tested in refrigeration equipment for hypermarkets has led to energy savings of up to 23%.
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Yushi Group eyes UAE market
Official says Taiwanese company is looking to reinforce its position in the GCC region; emphasises energyefficient and fire-resistant properties of glass products By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
ushi Group, a Taiwan-based company, has announced it is proactively moving to enter the UAE market. Johnny Ku, Director of Marketing Department, spoke of the company’s expansion into the GCC region, highlighting the energyefficient and fire-resistant properties of Yushi’s glass products. “We have no presence yet here in the GCC region,” he said, “and it’s our first time in Dubai, but we are expecting to visit here more, and we are looking to have a distributor here.” Ku said he believes there will be a strong market for Yushi’s glass products in the region, owing to the fact that it offers “better conduction, insulation as well as solar heat resistance”. Besides, he said, it offers design flexibility to architects as, he said, the company offers customised solutions. Ku said Yushi has already established a presence in a large number of countries, with projects spanning across Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia, Australia and the United States. “We are currently fabricating a highrise in Macau,” he said. Ku stressed that the products are especially ideal for retrofit projects, especially in Taiwan with the rising demand prompting Yushi to establish a division dedicated to providing retrofit solutions. With regard to the company’s strategy for the GCC region, Ku said that education is a key aspect and that Yushi aims to apply the same approach it has followed in Taiwan of actively promoting awareness among contractors and consultants of the product range and its benefits.
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FMs up against multiple challenges Considering that all projects rest with FM, the design philosophy of MEP consultants and contractors in the GCC region must take into consideration how systems can be operated and maintained in the most cost-effective manner, says energy-management expert By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
he long-term success of a project is largely dependent on Facilities Management (FM) practices. However, FM providers can only operate within the parameters of the facilities Sougata Nandi they inherit. So said Sougata Nandi, Founder and CEO, 3e Advisory, in Dubai, UAE. “It is imperative that all consultants and contractors ensure to build their design, installation and commissioning with a single, paramount principle in mind – how will this system or plant be operated and maintained in the most cost-effective manner?” Nandi said. Nandi emphasised that often FMs are not in a position to choose the type of project they would like to operate or maintain. That said, Nandi stressed that the greater the operational challenges, the greater the O&M costs, which would eventually result in customer dissatisfaction. “While the O&M costs are passed on to the project owner, the customer dissatisfaction stays with the FMs,” he said. “Operationally challenged projects are revolving door projects with FMs changing regularly.” Unfortunately, Nandi said, most of the challenges stakeholders encounter are related to design, installation and commissioning, which cannot be mitigated in a cost-effective manner.
Technological trends to be spotlighted at HVAC R Expo Saudi 2018
Organisers say discussions would focus on IoT and commissioning of HVAC systems By CCME Content Team
he latest technological trends would be the key focus at the HVAC R Expo Saudi 2018, from January 14 to 16, 2018, at the Jeddah Centre for Forum & Events, the organisers said through a Press communiqué. According to the communiqué, the event would feature topics that would include capabilities of IoT for better HVAC performance, commissioning of HVAC systems, and how the industry must deal with regulations and international codes, in relation to technical specifications and implementation of smart HVAC building systems.
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AHR Expo announces 2018 Innovation Award winners Recognises some of the most inventive HVACR products, systems and technologies, to be featured at the January 2018 AHR Expo in Chicago By CCME Content Team
HR Expo has announced the winners of the 2018 AHR Expo Innovation Awards, the annual competition recognising some of the most inventive HVACR products, systems and technologies that will be featured at the 2018 AHR Expo, the producers of the show said. The winners were selected by a panel of third-party ASHRAE member judges, who evaluated all award entries based on innovative design, creativity, application, value and market impact. The winners will be recognised in a formal ceremony during the 2018 AHR Expo, which will take place from January 22 to 24, at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. The AHR Expo will also announce the winner of the highlyanticipated ‘Product of the Year Award’ at the ceremony. “Each year, our winners set the bar higher for innovation in HVACR, and this year is no exception,” said Clay Stevens, President, International Exposition Company, the producers of AHR Expo. “We congratulate each of these leaders from across the industry and look forward to seeing their inventive solutions in action at the 2018 AHR Expo.” The winners and finalists in the categories of building automation, cooling, green building, heating, indoor air quality, plumbing, refrigeration, software, tools and instruments, and ventilation are:
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BUILDING AUTOMATION Winner: Setra Systems, Inc. (2018 AHR Expo Booth 4,021) Innovation: Setra FLEX, a complete room monitoring and control solution. Setra FLEX is used to ensure safe and energy-efficient indoor environmental and ventilation control conditions for operating rooms, isolation rooms, bio-safety laboratories, clean rooms and all pressurised critical spaces. Visual and audible alarms are configurable and fully comply with ASHRAE Standard 170, as well as US Pharmacopeia 797 and 800. Finalists in the category were: BELIMO Americas (Six-way Electronic Pressure Independent Valve); Cielo WiGle Inc. (Breez:
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Smart Controller for Ductless Air-conditioning Systems); and Emerson (Site Supervisor facility control platform). COOLING Winner: Emerson (2018 AHR Expo Booth 5,300) Innovation: Copeland Scroll, a two-stage compressor. The latest generation of Copeland Scroll two-stage compressors from one to 10 tonnes of refrigeration (TR) has been redesigned for improved performance and reliability in residential and commercial air conditioning systems. The third-generation technology is optimised for mid-tier comfort and efficiency rebates, with improved full-load and part-load performance up to five per cent. Finalists in the category were: Delta Cooling Towers, Inc. (Delta Anti-Microbial Cooling Tower); Johnson Controls, Inc. (YORK Affinity YXV 20 SEER Variable Capacity Air Conditioner); and ZIEHL-ABEGG, Inc. (ZAvblue centrifugal fan). GREEN BUILDING Winner: Danfoss (2018 AHR Expo Booth 2,510) Innovation: Danfoss Turbocor TTH/TGH High Lift Compressor, a compressor optimised for air-cooled chiller and heat-recovery applications. Engineered for high-lift applications, including air-cooled chillers and heat recovery, Danfoss Turbocor TTH/TGH models feature oil-free, variable speed, magnetic bearing operation for outstanding full- and part-load efficiency, low vibration and sound, a small footprint, and reduced maintenance – while providing an expanded operating map suitable for air-cooled chiller and heat-recovery applications. Finalists in the category were: International Wastewater Systems Inc. (PIRANHA HC thermal energy-recovery hot-water production system); Nexus Valve, Inc. (Pressure Step Deaerator); Regal (NovaMAX™ Motor - 600 RPM); and Smardt Chiller Group Inc. (Smardt Solar Integrated Chiller (SSiC)).
R-404A/507. It offers an approximately 50% reduction in global warming potential compared to R-404A/R-507, while providing the closest match to the compressor discharge temperature of any other low-GWP solution on the market. With the regulations addressing high GWP refrigerants such as R-404A/R-507 in commercial refrigeration applications, Opteon XP44 uniquely provides equipment manufacturers and end-users an option to cost effectively cut the environmental impact of their refrigerant choice in half, without sacrificing performance or equipment reliability. Finalists in the category were: CAREL INDUSTRIES SpA (HEEZ control and management solution); and Emerson (Fractional horsepower low-temperature Copeland Scroll compressor).
HEATING Winner: Calefactio (2018 AHR Expo Booth 7,577) Innovation: The ONE, a three-in-one expansion tank, air separator and dirt separator. The ONE innovates by eliminating an important number of joints, thus limiting the leaking possibilities; using less space and taking less time to install compared to installing the three devices separately and by reducing costs – it is much less costly to buy The ONE than to buy all the devices separately. Finalists in the category were: Cleaver-Brooks, Inc. (CleaverBrooks ClearFire-CE hydronic boiler); Johnson Controls, Inc. (YORK Affinity YZV 20 SEER Variable Capacity Heat Pump); and WaterFurnace International, Inc. (Versatec Variable Speed water source/geothermal heat pump). INDOOR AIR QUALITY Winner: Spartan Bioscience (2018 AHR Expo Booth 8,175) Innovation: Spartan Legionella Detection System, the world’s first on-site Legionella DNA test to prevent outbreaks. Spartan’s Legionella Detection System fully integrates DNA collection, extraction and analysis in a compact format. Spartan’s technology enables unprecedented portability with no sample shipment to an outside laboratory and no technical expertise requirements. In addition, the system provides results in 45 minutes. Finalists in the category were: AAF Flanders (Sensor360 filtration monitor); Addison (Linear Capacity, Dedicated Outdoor Air System); and Johnson Controls, Inc. (GLAS smart thermostat). PLUMBING Winner: AquaMotion Inc. (2018 AHR Expo Booth 6,816) Innovation: AquaMotion Aqua-Flash, an under-sink hot water recirculation system. The Aqua-Flash by-pass valve provides: An improved bypass design that prevents the hot water from entering the cold line, when the hot water faucet is opened; a bi-metal coil element that closes the internal shuttle by-pass port in the valve, when hot water reaches the valve; a bi-metal element that is calibrated to deliver the hot water temperature desired; and more than double the pipe diameter to prevent calcium buildup. Finalists in the category were: Caleffi Hydronic Solutions (LEGIOMIX electronic mixing valve with disinfection); and John Guest USA, Inc. (JG ProLock twist-to-lock fitting system). REFRIGERATION Winner: Chemours (2018 AHR Expo Booth 4,544) Innovation: Opteon XP44 Refrigerant (R-452A), a non-ozone depleting, low-GWP, HFO-based refrigerant replacement for
SOFTWARE Winner: Regal (2018 AHR Expo Booth 4,945) Innovation: Browning Toolbox Technician Motor Efficiency Calculator, for Apple and Android platforms. The mobile app calculator module allows a user to identify efficiency differences between different generations of integral horsepower electric motors. The app not only identifies the potential efficiency gain, but it allows the user to tailor the motor usage parameters to mirror their application or overall facility usage so a projected return on investment (ROI) can be displayed. Finalists in the category were: Coolfront Technologies (Coolfront Mobile flat rate pricing app); LG Electronics USA, Inc. (LG Air Conditioning Technical Solution (LATS) Revit drawing plug-in); and SuperCool Slide Rule (SuperCool HVAC app). TOOLS AND INSTRUMENTS Winner: Fluke Corporation (2018 AHR Expo Booth 6,549) Innovation: Fluke T6 Electrical Tester, an electrical tester that takes simultaneous voltage and current measurements without test leads. The T6 testers now make it possible to take reliable true-RMS measurements in crowded junction boxes or along conductors with inaccessible endpoints, saving time, minimising potential errors and greatly reducing the possibility of arc flash. Finalists in the category were: GrayWolf Sensing Solutions (GrayWolf’s DirectSense II Smart Probes / Sensor); Milwaukee Tool (102 x 77 Spot Infrared Imager); and SuperCool Slide Rule (Line-set Saver cleaning device). VENTILATION Winner: Triatek (2018 AHR Expo Booth 4,344) Innovation: Stable Vortex II Fume Hood, a dynamic, low-flow, high-performance fume hood that protects chemists from harmful dusts and vapours during experiments. It delivers a safer environment for the user than the average fume hood, while also providing substantial energy savings. The Stable Vortex II passes the ASHRAE 110 test as manufactured, as installed and as used because the superior design accounts for how people actually use fume hoods, in order to truly keep them safe. Finalists in the category were: Regal (UlteMAX Axial PM Motor); Titus (TJD, OMNI diffuser) and ZIEHL-ABEGG, Inc. (ZAbluefin bionic, high-efficiency impeller). With 2,000+ exhibitors, 100+ seminars and product presentations and more than 65,000 attendees, the producers said, the AHR Expo in 2018 is expected to provide a unique forum for the entire HVACR industry, from product designers and engineers to installers and end users, to come together and share ideas, discover new products and find solutions to technical problems.
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Bacharach adds BITZER, Maersk new refrigerant sign 10-year gas options to its contract product line
The two companies extend their longstanding Star Cool unit collaboration
Leak-detection equipment company includes R514A and R452B for its MGS-250 infrared refrigerant gas detector product family By CCME Content Team
S-based Bacharach, manufacturer of refrigerant and gas leak detection equipment, from monitoring instruments and data solutions to combustion and emissions analysers, announced the addition of two new gas options, R514A and R452B for its MGS-250 infrared refrigerant gas detector product family. ASHRAE 34 classes R514A as a “B1” refrigerant, meaning that it is not flammable, but is classed as having higher toxicity, with on OEL of 323ppm, Bacharach said. And it classes R452B as an “A2L” refrigerant, meaning it is classed as nontoxic but is mildly flammable, Bacharach added. According to Bacharach, the nondispersive infrared sensor technology offers significant user benefits when detecting either of the two gases. The major benefit, the company said, is the elimination of cross-interference from other gases and the elimination of cross-interference from changes in temperature and humidity, providing users with peace of mind knowing the reading they see is accurate and stable. Other benefits, the company added, include added sensor life of 5-7 years and reduced maintenance. Modbus RTU protocols, analogue and relay outputs enable easy integration with building management systems and industrial automation system controls for refrigeration systems operating with R514A or R452B. Bacharach said it continues supporting the cooling and refrigeration industries by extending its library of refrigerant gases that can be detected and monitored, as the refrigeration industry moves towards the use of refrigerants less harmful to the environment.
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ITZER has signed a new 10-year agreement to extend its collaboration with Maersk Container Industry (MCI), the company said through a November 29 Press communiqué. As part of the contract, BITZER said it will continue to supply MCI with its twostage OCTAGON aluminium compressors for maintaining optimal temperatures for perishable food transport. The semi-hermetic reciprocating compressors are the heart of the company’s Star Cool refrigeration system, which was launched by MCI to meet the increasing needs of its customers with optimal cargo quality and focus on energy efficiency as the primary objective. According to the communiqué, the specific compressor technology, developed by BITZER, and the dedicated electronic control, developed by Lodam, have contributed to Star Cool’s reputation for low energy consumption and innovative cargo preservation features. Lodam, the Danish subsidiary of BITZER, developed the system’s electronic control unit specifically for the Star Cool refrigeration unit. Lodam has been part of the BITZER Group since 2007 and specialises in control systems. MCI and BITZER have been working together for more than 15 years, the communiqué said, adding that to date, the Star Cool system is available in over 250,000 reefer containers operated globally across more than 40 international shipping lines and multinational fruit companies.
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Refrigerant shortages being reported in Germany The sector is experiencing the next price increases, says German Environment Agency By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
he European HVACR sector is working hard to cope with the HFC phase-down, following the F-gas Regulation announcement and targets to cut HFCs in the market by 79% by 2030. Daniel de Graaf, Scientific Assistant, German Environment Agency, Section III 1.4 Substance-related Product Issues, while discussing the topic with Climate Control Middle East, stressed that with a major step down set to take place in 2018, already “refrigerant shortages have been reported, and the sector is experiencing the next price increases”. “Refrigerant price increases began already when the F-gas regulation came out in 2014,” de Graaf said. “When you go through the media, you see the announcements from refrigerant manufacturers, which increased prices by 10-20%. We had several of these price hikes.” de Graaf provided an example of a big German wholesaler, who recently announced further price increases, although they already had price increases just a few months ago.
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Carrier launches smart solution for commercial HVAC systems Solution to offer enhanced system controls and visibility, says company official By Benwen Lopez | Assistant Editor
arrier will be introducing a series of smart solutions that would enhance system controls and visibility of commercial HVAC systems, said Chris Opie, Director, North America Commercial Marketing, Carrier. Speaking on the development, he said: “This is an exciting time for Carrier and the HVAC industry, as IoT enables innovative and intuitive tools, such as Carrier Smart Services, which can improve the customer experience
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and keep buildings efficient. We anticipate technologies to continue to evolve and we will continue collaborating with our customers to ensure we deliver solutions that best serve their needs.” Further elaborating on the features of the solutions, Opi said that customers with the solution would now be able to have a better visibility of their HVAC system performance and energy usage through a new equipment dashboard and mobile app, available for iOS
and Android devices. They will also be able to manage the service and maintenance activity of their HVAC systems from an online portal. Through this solution, he said, customers could remotely monitor the health of their chillers in real-time and gain an insight on their key operating parameters, recent energy consumption trends, as well as weather forecasts. The app would also provide alerts when the equipment is malfunctioning.
Degree M Labs introduces ‘Comet’ Live remote temperature sensing and alert system, company CEO says, is ideal for transport refrigeration and cold storage By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
egree M Labs has launched ‘Comet’, which the company’s Founder and CEO, Mahesh Krishnamoorthy, described as an innovation in live remote temperature sensing and alert systems, designed to alert excursions in temperature range. Speaking to Mahesh Krishnamoorthy Climate Control Middle East about the technology, Krishnamoorthy said it was developed with a lot of focus on transport refrigeration, while stressing that it is also applicable in cold stores. Krishnamoorthy said that the healthcare sector would be in a position to benefit the most from the product, as it is ideal for monitoring temperature-sensitive medicines, such as vaccines and other life-saving drugs, as well as biologics, such as blood and plasma, among others. “The market has been receptive to the product,” Krishnamoorthy said. “The need for the same is being accepted. However, since this involves a change in the current way of working and work culture, the penetration has been slow.” He added that cost of the product is also a reason for slower penetration. Krishnamoorthy, however, remains optimistic. “With more awareness coming among the various stakeholders, which include manufacturers, logistics providers and also the end users, the acceptance of this system is bound to happen in a short span of time,” Krishnamoorthy said. “The collaborative approach happening among the stakeholders is certainly a positive trend, which is likely to see acceptance of such technology-driven initiatives.”
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Krishnamoorthy provided an outline of the features of the product, which he said, captures temperature and location details at prefixed intervals of time. The device, he explained, has an inbuilt sensor as a standard feature but is also available with an external sensor and has an inbuilt memory that can store up to about 1,000 readings internally to ensure there is no loss of critical data even if the transmission fails. Additionally, he said, it is designed to operate in a wide range of temperatures, starting from -10 to 50 degrees C, and is configurable. Another feature of the system, he pointed out, is that the software, hosted in the cloud, can be accessed by users from anywhere. Krishnamoorthy emphasised that the system was developed keeping in mind end-users and, as such, is user-friendly. “Operations,” he said, “do not require high level of technical knowledge.”
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WEG expands CFW500 variable-speed drive series Says initiative will usher in further energy efficiency to high-power applications By CCME Content Team
EG, which manufactures motor and drive technologies, has expanded its CFW500 series of variable-speed drives (VSDs) to enable users in a wide range of high-power applications to achieve further energy efficiency, the company said through a Press communiqué. The new E frame size for the rated power range of 18.5 kW - 22 kW is a great fit for applications such as mechanical engineering systems for conveying, turning, hoisting, pumping and ventilation, the company added. “In light of EN 50598, the new standard looking at Ecodesign for power-driven systems and their applications, an integrated approach to electrical drive technology is becoming more widespread, and VSDs are particularly sought after across broader sections of the industrial market,” said Johannes Schwenger, Head of Product Management, Low- and Medium-voltage Drive Systems (Europe), WEG. “As a leading manufacturer of electric motors, drives and automation components, we can supply optimally matched motor and VSD packages that help boost energy efficiency and offer outstanding value for money.” With a plug-and-play user-friendly design, WEG said, the CFW500 VSDs feature an integrated micro PLC with pre-programmed macros for positioning, timing and acceleration functions. They can be programmed locally with the convenient LCD display or externally with a computer over a variety of interfaces, including CRS232, USB and CRS485, WEG added. Users also can download the corresponding SuperDrive G2 programming software from the WEG website free of charge, WEG further added. According to WEG, the VSDs are designed for fast installation and easy operation. The numerous plug-and-play modules, the company said, are ideal for distributed automation architectures and can easily be connected to all common fieldbuses, including Profibus DP, Profinet IO, Ethernet IP, DeviceNet, CANopen and Modbus RTU. Individual adaptations to specific customer requirements, the company added, can also be easily implemented, thanks to additional plug-in extension modules.
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Europe in climate change research initiative
Integrated Carbon Observation System (ICOS) says the first batch of its 140 GHG measurement stations has been certified for providing standardised data for climate change research
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since the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is increasing faster than previously anticipated, as recently announced by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). ICOS, a European research infrastructure measuring greenhouse
gases, has built an extensive network of 140 measurement stations to provide science-based information for the scientific community and for key decision-makers. After more than five years of building the network and other preparations, the first seven stations
PDDC launches District Cooling system in the Philippines Project, a joint venture of Engie and Filinvest Land, signals greater deployment of system across the country, says Engie By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
hilippine DCS Development Corporation (PDDC) has announced the launch of operations of its first District Cooling System (DCS) in the country, which is a joint venture between Engie and Filinvest Land. Pierre Cheyron, Pierre Cheyron CEO, ENGIE Services Asia-Pacific, spoke exclusively with Climate Control Middle East regarding the project. “We believe that this first project in the Philippines will trigger a much greater deployment of District Cooling Systems in the nation,” he said. “Primarily in dense areas with high cooling needs, such as airports, business parks, commercial buildings, shopping and entertainment complexes.” The 10,000 tonnes of refrigeration (TR) plant, located in Northgate Cyberzone, Engie said, is set to cool existing and future office buildings within the 18.7-hectare IT park and has a cooling capacity of 42.2 megawatts that caters to 15 buildings through a 3.4-kilometre-long underground distribution network of steel pipes. “ENGIE is committed to the Philippines’ sustainable economic growth through contributing its expertise in clean and renewable energy to reduce the country’s dependence on fossil fuel, reduce energy-related environmental impact and save energy through energy efficiency projects,” Cheyron said. According to Engie, PDDC is looking at other Filinvest projects, where District Cooling systems can be utilised.
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out of the total 140 now meet the high standards of a certified ICOS measurement station. The rest of the stations also have started the work, with the aim to have all ICOS stations standardised by the end of 2019. The standards fulfil and even exceed all international criteria, for example, the ones set by World Meteorological Organization and United Nations. “Thanks to our standardised network of measurement stations, we gain much more precise knowledge of the carbon
Carrier, Midea form JV
Partnership formed owing to the growing demand for ductless HVAC systems in the North American residential sector, says Carrier CEO By Benwen Lopez | Assistant Editor
arrier and Midea America have launched a joint venture, Carrier Midea North America, to respond to the growing demand for ductless HVAC systems in the North American residential sector, said Chris Nelson, President, North America HVAC Systems & Services, Carrier. Speaking on the development, Nelson said: “The ductless HVAC segment continues to grow in North America as residential customers look to efficiently and easily address comfort in their homes. “This relationship will provide homeowners and contractors with a better, and more efficient ductless product portfolio they demand, backed by a global ductless system manufacturer, Midea.” Kurt Jovais, President at Midea America Corp, added: “We are pleased to be able to partner with an iconic brand with a well-established distribution channel in North America. The collaboration will help us reach more customers with our innovative and energyefficient ductless systems.”
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the efforts in the right way. “The greenhouse gas information gathered from all over the Europe is essential for national governments to improve their mitigation activities, and also for inter-governmental organisations to make informed decisions, when they seek ways to fulfil the requirements set by international agreements,” Dr Kutsch said. The Paris Agreement and the recent UN Carbon Observation Protocol negotiated in Bonn are examples of such agreements.
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Customised solutions ideal for retrofit projects, says Mafna CEO says demand from building owners growing due to increasingly stringent requirements for more energy-efficient systems
York expands line of YLAA chillers
Company says air-cooled scroll chiller line is not available up to 230 tonnes of refrigeration
By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer By CCME Content Team afna Air Technologies has made a case for customised engineering of HVAC equipment as a course of action for retrofit projects, with the company’s CEO, Salman Akhtar noting that Mafna has seen strong demand in this regard. “We work very closely with the retrofit industry,” Akhtar said. “In fact, it’s a pretty custom all the way, because when you retrofit, 10 years down the road, your real estate is the same building with the same footprint in the same floor space. But now, you have more electrical loads and more stringent requirements by society, especially from the city, regarding sound and energy. [And] the capacity has to increase.” This, Akhtar said, is what the company often gets requests and calls for. To further drive his point that retrofit-projects are not able to rely solely on existing products in the market, Akhtar provided an example of a request from a client for a 10 tonnes of refrigeration (TR) unit to be replaced with a 20 TR unit, but without being able to give any more additional space. “We come, take the measurements and accommodate within the geometry and configuration of the customers’ space,” he said. In some projects, Akhtar said, Mafna is not given proper floor space and that the company’s team finds space in the ceiling and includes the unconventional space in its design. “There’s a lot of creativity within what we do,” he pointed out.
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State stokes demand for HEPA filters in Turkey Ulpatek says demand is owing to a rise in the number of statesponsored hospitals By Hannah Jo Uy | Features Writer
urkey has recently seen the establishment of a number of state-supported, large city hospitals. Ganim Dokuyucu, General Manager, Mechanical Engineer, Ulpatek, said that with HEPA Filters being used in operating theatres and intensive care units, the rise of such projects will lead to a spike in the demand for these products. “These filters are used in constructions built in accordance with standards GMP, FED 209E and ISO 14644,” he said. “Besides these, there are standards published by the Ministry of Health based on these international standards.”
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ohnson Controls (JCI) has expanded its York line of YLAA air-cooled scroll chillers up to 230 tonnes of refrigeration (TR). According to the company, the extended capacity of the YLAA offers a more cost competitive solution to 23 TR opportunities without sacrificing size, quality and efficiency. With the smallest footprint in the industry, JCI said, the YLAA (55-230 TR) offers fullload and part-load efficiencies that meet or exceed ASHRAE standards. Available from stock and shipped to locations in the United States within 2-5 days or made-to-order options now include variable speed drive (VSD) condenser fans to further enhance part-load efficiency and sound, as well as integral pump packages to offer a single purchase, shipment and install solution, the company added. The scroll compressors, the company claimed, have proven reliability, and the units are equipped with two independent circuits for partial redundancy. JCI added that the chillers also feature a brazed plate heat exchanger, microchannel condenser and native building automation system (BAS) communications, including BACnet, Modbus and N2.
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Dokuyucu said that his observations were based on company experience, as the city hospitals in Isparta, Yozgat and Adana utilise the company’s HEPA filters, adding that if such projects continue he estimates that “demand will rise day by day”. He emphasised that, in addition to hospitals, demand is being driven by pharmaceutical companies, electronics companies and all other projects that require high standards of hygiene.
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