Future Cities ME Supplement 2017

Supplement 2017

Initial Design Stage S p e c i f i c at i o n R e p o r t

Initial Design Stage S p e c i f i c at i o n R e p o r t

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PUBLISHER & CEO LIAM WILLIAMS liam@flipflopmedia.ae

Editor’s foreword

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o truly and faithfully translate the vision of urban planners and architects into creations of “brick and stone” in the real world requires all the players up and down the supply chain to work in close cooperation.

Building Information Modelling or BIM is fast becoming the cornerstone for a number of large and small infrastructure and building projects in the region and across the world. With the aid of the latest information processing and data-crunching technologies, BIM allows seamless integration of all the phases of a project through early empirical analysis and subsequent early specification. This creates unexpected synergies and eliminates unnecessary wastage of resources, enabling developers, architects, builders, contractors and equipment suppliers to provide their best services and products while sticking to project deadlines and offering maximum value for money.

The Future Cities Initial Design Stage Specification Report is an attempt to provide an easy reference guide and desk companion to project planners and architects. We will explore products from paints to profiles, air systems to fire proofing, and everything in between.

We hope you will find the following pages both, informative and interesting.

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Product Guide

FUTURE DESIGN

JEWEL OF THE CREEK

MUSEUM OF THE FUTURE

DUBAI WATER CANAL PROJECT

DUBAI FRAME

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MBR CITY – DISTRICT ONE

DEIRA ISLANDS

ALADDIN CITY

BLUEWATERS ISLAND

MALL OF THE WORLD

AL HABTOOR CITY

DUBAI AMUSEMENT PARKS

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Product Guide

REYNAERS R ALUMINIUM – GLOBAL STRENGTH

eynaers Aluminium is a leading European specialist in the research, development and marketing of innovative, aesthetic and sustainable aluminium solutions for the Building envelope. These include windows, doors, curtain walling, sliding systems, sun screening and conservatories.

Founded in 1965 in Belgium, this family-owned company has grown tremendously through continuous investments in innovation and people.

Reynaers Aluminium has acquired a strong market position in the 30 countries where it has its own sites. The company’s success is due in part to the close partnership between Reynaers and 5,000 partner fabricators, architects and project developers worldwide.

Founded in 1965, Reynaers currently employs over 1,600 workers in over 60 countries worldwide and exports to more than 70 countries on 5 continents. The company, with its headquarters in Duffel, Belgium achieved an annual turnover of 360 million euros in 2015.

Besides offering an extensive range of standard solutions, the company also develops solutions that are tailored to an individual customer or project. Research, product development and testing are conducted at the Reynaers Institute - the sector’s largest private innovation and testing centre.

REYNAERS MIDDLE EAST – REGIONAL FOOTPRINT The regional focus in Middle East is strategized through the setup of the Middle East Headquarters in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Established in 2004, Reynaers Middle East caters to all GCC countries in addition to Jordan, Lebanon and Egypt.

As it celebrates its 12th anniversary this year, the local subsidiary has seen exponential growth with the regional office having grown from only ten employees to a 60-plus members’ strong workforce.

Last couple of years were crucial growth years for Reynaers ME with a new office inaugurated in Egypt and UAE.

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REYNAERS

The UAE market witnessing a construction boom has seen Reynaers Middle East undertaking one of its most ambitious projects in the form of the Ferrari Theme Park project. Cleveland Clinic, Bayside Residence, Ritz Carlton Hotel are just a few of the many iconic projects executed in the UAE alone.

The recent projects undertaken in health and education developments include the SKMC Dialysis Clinic, Gayathi Hospital, Al Falah Ambulatory Centre, Al Sila Hospital and the Swiss International Scientific School.

Some of the other prominent projects executed in the region include the likes of the Bahrain Bay Four Seasons Hotel, Tala Islands, Platinum Tower and Ruf Car Showroom in Bahrain, Qatar Convention Centre, Cairo Stadium, Oman National Engineering & Investment Co. (S.A.O.G) and other notable projects.

REYNAERS PRODUCT RANGE Reynaers Product Range spans the entire Aluminium Systems spectrum within the architectural space. From a wide range of curtain walling

solutions to windows and doors, sliding systems and sun screening solutions are available.

The recently launched Master Line 8 Window series is the latest generation of windows systems introduced by Reynaers which stands for maximum comfort and security for the end-user, offering enormous architectural freedom with numerous design variants and scores high in terms of energy efficiency.

Sustainable entrepreneurship is an important value for Reynaers Aluminium, both in its own development as well as in the product range Reynar’s offers. Recent ecological and energy efficient innovations comprise aluminium profiles with high thermal insulations value such as CW 50HI, CS 77-HI and CS 86-HI, external sun screening that enables a more efficient management of buildings and double facade solutions.

WHY SPECIFY REYNAERS? Reynaers offers an extensive product range: From the more economical, to top-of-the-line luxury series, and everything in between! Offering a one stop shop is essential to the success of most companies but Reynaers strives to go the extra mile by providing a close collaboration with a worldwide network of partners, such as fabricators, architects, investors and suppliers.

High quality solutions are offered that are sustainable and therefore guarantee a long lifespan and energy efficiency.

The company also provides extensive technical support and advice to important stakeholders making key decisions in the realization of any project, big or small.

Together we can increase the value of buildings and enhance the living and working environment of people across the world.

For more information visit reynaers.bh

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Product Guide

HIGH PERFORMANCE METAL SYSTEMS CHANGE THE WAY WE BUILD MIDDLE EAST CONSTRUCTION IS A CHALLENGING AND RAPIDLY CHANGING MARKET, WITH HUGE PRESSURES ON ARCHITECTS AND CONTRACTORS TO DELIVER EVER MORE COMPLEX BUILDING DESIGNS FASTER AND WITHIN TIGHT BUDGETS. INEVITABLY, THIS HAS LED TO A REASSESSMENT OF BUILDING METHODS AND A RAPID SHIFT AWAY FROM TRADITIONAL BLOCKWORK INTERIORS TO MODERN GYPROC HIGH PERFORMANCE PLASTERBOARD SYSTEMS THAT ARE MORE FLEXIBLE AND ENABLE CONSTRUCTION TO PROCEED FASTER AND MORE COST-EFFICIENTLY.

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yproc systems combine a lightweight but strong modular metal framework with high performance plasterboard linings. They are used extensively in hospitals, schools, hotels and residential complexes to provide internal and separating walls, shaft and wall linings and ceilings, due to their unique ability to provide virtually any combination of performance requirements in key areas like acoustics, fire resistance, impact resistance and mold/moisture resistance.

MORE EFFICIENT SOLUTIONS Gyproc systems are engineered to provide specific levels of performance and are much faster, simpler and

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cleaner to use than traditional masonry alternatives.

Their light weight makes them easier and more efficient to handle and transport, especially in high rise constructions where access can be limited, while their high performance-to-thickness ratio and dry-build technique means space can be used more efficiently and buildings completed to tighter deadlines.

Whilst initial component costs can appear higher than the blockwork alternative, associated cost and time savings throughout the build process mean that, even with all of the benefits, lightweight solutions generally deliver significant savings in overall build cost.

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A BASIC DESIGN DECISION The decision to use lightweight internal walls and linings is one of the most fundamental decisions the architect can make, as it has a profound effect on the overall performance, comfort and safety of the finished building. The systems can also offer major savings in foundation and associated structural costs, due to significant reductions in the overall weight of the structure.

Since issues such as fire performance and acoustics, for instance, require a ‘complete structure’ approach, the best results can only be obtained if the systems are integrated into the design from the outset.

Failure to do so can involve expensive retrofitting later in the project with often inferior results and expensive delays for the contractor and client.

Unlike heavy masonry construction, which often relies on the materials used and skills of the bricklayer to achieve a specific performance level, each individual system and component of the Gyproc solution is quality assured and tested to deliver a specified level of performance in respect of fire resistance, acoustics, impact resistance etc., ensuring ultimate peace of mind for architect, contractor and client.

SUPPORT AT EVERY STAGE Technical experts from Gyproc generally work alongside the architect, from the initial design stages of the building, to develop a complete lightweight internal lining specification that meets the different performance requirements for different spaces, such as corridors; restaurants and meeting areas; hospital wards; school rooms and libraries; hotel bedrooms and leisure facilities, using the most cost-effective combination of systems.

With their knowledge of local and national standards, and backed by the combined knowledge and experience of Saint-Gobain colleagues worldwide, these local experts will ensure that the finished specification meets every standard and performance requirement based on the building location, design, height and use.

Where necessary, the Gyproc team will provide design advice and drawings and, once the project reaches site, full on and off-site technical

SINCE ISSUES SUCH AS FIRE PERFORMANCE AND ACOUSTICS, FOR INSTANCE, REQUIRE A ‘COMPLETE STRUCTURE’ APPROACH, THE BEST RESULTS CAN ONLY BE OBTAINED IF THE SYSTEMS ARE INTEGRATED INTO THE DESIGN FROM THE OUTSET support for day-to-day issues that may arise.

Gyproc’s training specialists will also visit site, if needed, to provide installation training to ensure that systems can be installed quickly in line with best site practice and the latest safe working guidelines.

LEADING THE WAY Saint-Gobain’s lightweight systems have been at the forefront of building development for many years, and continue to provide solutions for many of the world’s most complex and iconic buildings.

Over the past 10 years or so, increasing recognition of the benefits offered in both speed and performance has led to their increasing adoption for projects across the Middle East – from ground-breaking high rise towers such as 23 Marina, Dubai and Doha’s Samariya Twin Towers, to the prize-winning Al Mafraq hospital, new schools and hotel developments like the Wave Muscat and KSA’s Al Khobar to name just a few.

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Product Guide

CAPAROL: A FOR HIQUALITY, SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS

s quality leader, we have a responsibility to sustainability. It is our duty to find a balance between economy, environmental compatibility and quality of life. This includes of course, the protection of the environment, the efficient use of resources and the creation of a comfortable living environment for the people. We want to contribute with our thoughts and actions, with our products and solutions.

Caparol’s business priorities have always included finding solutions that best adhere to the growing concerns over the environment we live in. In 1957, we introduced high-performance thermal insulation systems under the name of ETICS/EIFS, standing for Exterior Thermal Insulation Composite System/External Insulation & Finish Systems. With one third of the worldwide CO2

emissions caused by buildings; we pioneered energy-saving insulation paint products. One of the critically important energy saving areas is applying ETICS/EIFS, ensuring that the energy used to cool buildings is maximized by sealing the heat out; saving up to 30-35% of building power consumption.

With building thermal insulation now regulatory within the UAE and other GCC countries, our energy saving External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems (ETICS/ EIFS), has proven that they contribute substantially to reducing the carbon footprint.

Over the past decade Dubai’s energy demand has increased in sync with the rapid urban development and population growth in the UAE. In order to limit energy consumption, the local authorities introduced building legislation (2001 and 2003) that prescribes minimum insulation levels for external walls and roofs.

Thermal Insulation is the reduction of the effects of the various processes of heat transfer between objects in thermal contact.

Heat flow is an inevitable consequence of contact between objects of different temperature.

Thermal insulation provides a means to maintain a gradient of temperature by providing a region of insulation in which heat flow is reduced.

In building construction, Insulating materials are assigned a quantitative measure of the insulating capability called the U-Value. The U-Value states how much heat passes through 1m² of wall surface with a 1ºC temperature gradient.

The system consists of composite elements which are applied in layers on site.

The system consists of: • Base Rail • Adhesive mortar • Insulation boards (Mineral wool) • Glass fiber mesh (Heavy Duty, Standard) • Reinforcing mortar • Primer coat • Intermediate coat • Top coat Accessories : Dowels, Corner Profile, Joint Sealant Tape, Expansion Joint

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CAPAROL

Design Integration is the most important factor in green building design, hence, Caparol ETICS/EIFS should be specified at the initial stage of the project as the energy reduced can contribute into reducing the energy load of the building.

This approach requires the whole project team to think of the entire building and all of its systems together, emphasizing connections and improving communication among professionals and stakeholders throughout the life of a project. It breaks down disciplinary boundaries and rejects linear planning and design processes that can lead to inefficient solutions.

Even though an integrated-design approach requires more efforts at the front-end – a lot of time and energy will be invested upfront early in the design phase where you have maximum flexibility to impact the design.

Indoor Air Quality is a growing concern in today’s world. Tobacco, cleaning products, cooking fuels, emissions from furniture and construction materials are identified as the major causes for indoor air pollution. Notably Formaldehyde is causing the highest concern while assessing Indoor Air Quality. The number of sources of Formaldehyde, within the indoor environment, is what makes the issue even more serious & defining. Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen, the exposure to which can lead to difficulties in breathing, eye redness, skin irritation and potential fatalities in the long run.

To address the awareness in the UAE/Gulf region about sustainability, indoor air quality & harmful substances at home, CapaCare range was established. CapaCare sets Gold standards in eco-friendly interiors.

CapaCare complies with Green Building Council regulations: • Completely odourless • Low VOC • Higher durability • Washable • APEO (Alkylphenolethoxylate) free

CapaCare AirPurify: A coating for fresh & healthy indoor air

unplasticised, solvent-free, waterthinnable, ecologically compatible, low odour, anti-bacterial & anti-fungal emulsion. This product does not contain any coalescent thinner. It is available in packs of 1 l, 3.75 l & 18 liters.

AirPurify is a breakthrough product in this category which redefines the standards of indoor living. It is an emulsion for interior use with the unique Formaldehyde Conversion Technology (FCT) which helps convert toxic Formaldehyde emissions into harmless water vapour ensuring that indoor air is fresh & safe to breathe. This product has significant long term health benefits for you & your family.

AirPurify uses only the healthiest & most environmentally friendly technology to ensure the highest standards of quality living. It comes in a vast range of colours, is completely odourless, durable & safe to breathe.

Setting gold standards in eco-friendly interiors, AirPurify redefines decorating with colours that truly care.

Some key properties of AirPurify are that it is emission-minimized,

AirPurify can be tinted on the Caparol ColorExpress tinting system; virtually any colour can be matched & made available instantly. It will give your walls the perfect finish while protecting your family’s health. It comes in a versatile range & is available in Silk & Matt finish to fulfill every painting need while you decorate your home.

It is very important to strike a balance between health & well being in indoor places as a person spends 90% of the time indoors. Initial Design integration warrants the usage of such eco-friendly & environment friendly product in all the projects to attain a healthy living lifestyle.

VAE (Vinyl acetate ethylene) binders have very low calorific value & do not contribute to the surface spread of flames compared to the existing binders. Maximum difference can be made at this early design phase with these products which conform to the parameters of green building.

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PREMIUM QUALITY PAINTS AND EMULSIONS W

eathercoat Ultra is a premium quality exterior smooth paint developed for the harsh middle eastern climate. It is based on 100% pure acrylic formulation with excellent resistance to dirt pick up, crack-bridging.

Weathercoat Ultra gives maximum performance offering the lowest maintenance in its service years. Weathercoat Ultra provides concrete protection with very good anti-carbonation properties which are well proven by testing at renowned laboratories. The paint film is flexible and has excellent crack bridging properties.

On the environmental front, Weathercoat Ultra complies to paint’s green regulations on local and international standards with very low VOC and absence of heavy metals in it.

Below is a list of the official tests and certifications:

Test

Test Method

Result

Certified by

Water Vapour Transmission

BS EN ISO 7783-2

Passes

VINCI Technology Centre

UV Test

Scrub Test

Water Permeability

Tensile Strength & elongation Crack Bridging Capacity Adhesion Strength Salt Spray

Water Absorption

Solar Reflective Index (SRI)

Carbon Dioxide Diffusion resitance

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ASTM G154

ASTM D 2486 BS EN 12390 ASTM D 412 ASTM C 836

ASTM D 4541 ASTM B117

ASTM D 570

ASTM E 1980 EN 1062-6

Passes Passes Passes Passes Passes Passes Passes Passes Passes Passes

Exova Exova Exova Exova Exova Exova Exova Exova DCL

VINCI Technology Centre

BERGER PAINTS

Royale Matt & Royale Silk Emulsions are high quality interior emulsion paint range with very good wet scrub resistance with long lasting superior performance characteristics. It has a good flow and gives a smooth, durable flat finish. It is a superior quality, special acrylic copolymer based emulsion paint with low VOC, which ensures good indoor air quality.

Royale Matt & Silk Emulsion also offers resistance against

Test

Test Method

Result

Certified by

ASTM D 2486

Passes

Exova

Practical washability

ASTM D 4828

Contrast Ratio

MPI

Scrub Test VOC

Flame Spread Index Heavy Metals FreeÂ

ADQCC

MPI Green

bacterial and fungal growth and has very low flame spread.

It is free of Alkyl Phenol Ethoxylate (APEO) and any added Formaldehyde. It also has very good crack bridging capacity.

It complies to various regulations by legal authorities within UAE such as ADQCC, DM Green Bulding & ESMA standards on paints. These products are tested, approved & listed by MPI green, US as well.

USEPA 24

ASTM E84

Passes >98%

Complies to STD Class A

Passes

Approved

Approved

Exova

Wimpey

Exova/Wimpey

Intertek Lab, US

Wimpey/Exova

ADQCC

MPI

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Product Guide

TRUST AND INNOVATION WHY CONSULTANTS SHOULD SPECIFY THE PROVEN QUALITY OF RAWLPLUG

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or over 90 years, the Rawlplug brand has been synonymous with innovation, reliability and safety in the development and manufacture of construction anchors and ancillary products.

In the GCC, Rawlplug Middle East has been supplying world-class anchoring and fixing solutions to a wide base of clientele in the construction industry, contributing to the many ambitious development schemes taking place in the region.

An ongoing research and development programme adds new technical innovations from Rawlplug UK, empowered by Rawlplug GroupĂ­s experience as a

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leading manufacturer of fasteners in Europe.

Its quality products are being used in several landmark projects across the Middle East, supported by a network of distributors and direct salesforce that extend its coverage to other continents such as Africa, Australia and Asia.

UNRIVALLED LEGACY The Rawlplug Company Ltd was born in 1919 after John J RawlingsĂ­ development of the first ever specialist wall fixing. His revolutionary Fibre Plug was the product from which the modern range of Rawlplug

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fixings was born. The company expanded dramatically and today it is one of the worldís leading fixing manufacturers distributing its products on every continent.

Innovation remains at the heart of Rawlplugís success, including significant developments of mechanical and bonded anchor systems, facade insulation systems and stone cladding fixing systems for safety critical applications.

Throughout its history, Rawlplug has been constantly monitoring and embracing changes in the market to improve and evolve its range of products to satisfy the requirements of customers and those of the everchanging markets it operates in.

Along with high quality products and outstanding customer service, it also supports all areas of its business with technical support and advice.

QUALITY ENSURED The proven quality and performance of Rawlplug and anchors is demonstrated by the numerous independent approvals carried by the products.

This is backed up by Rawlplug’s technical research and development team, which is second to none in the industry. In 1999, it became the first UK manufacturer to obtain European technical approvals (ETA) for cracked and non-cracked concrete. Products are manufactured using some of the most advanced production facilities in the industry, and anchors are renowned for their consistently high quality and performance.

The companyís quality system is approved to BS EN ISO 9001: 2000 for design and manufacture.It also places great emphasis on providing a safe working environment for its employees.

Achievement and maintenance of the numerous approvals is largely due to the extensive technical facility at Rawlplugís modern testing centre in Glasgow. Equipped with 3D solid modelling technology, finite element analysis systems and the latest equipment, the companyís testing capability is among the best in the world.

EXTENSIVE SUPPORT Rawlplugís Technical Advisory Service offers free advice on the correct selection and installation of anchors to distributors, specifiers and endusers around the world. It is staffed by qualified engineers with many years of experience.

With its wordwide distribution network, Rawlplug has subsidiaries in the UK, Germany and other global locations. The UAE, with its strategic geographical location and plentiful construction opportunities, is the established hub for Rawplug in the Middle East and Asia region.

To find out more details about rawlplug in the Middle East, please send an e-mail to tech@rawl.ae or call +971 4 347 57 18 You can also find technical information at www.rawlplug.co.uk or corporate information at www.rawlplug.com

SUSTAINABILITY WITH RAWLPLUG As part of its effort to achieve an optimal balance between production efficiency and environmental responsibility, Rawlplug has implemented an Environmental Management System (EMS) in accordance with ISO 14001 standards. Rawlplugís Environmental Management System provides a formal, standardised system to improve the efficiency of which it uses raw materials, reduces the volume of waste generated and operates with greater energy efficiency.

The company is also participating in the manufacture of products catered for green buildings, with their recent innovations in the area being the TFIX range of facade insulation fixings and Cartridge-Free System (CFS+) for resins.

Rawplug places additional emphasis on sustainably packaging and transporting its products, and also engages in employee education programmes to ensure the companyís environmental goals are embraced at all levels in the organisational hierarchy.

For more information, go to www. sustainable.rawlplug.com

EASYFIX ANCHOR DESIGN SOFTWARE The EasyFix software application is a professional calculation program for designing fixing systems using solutions from the Rawlplug brand range of products. It connects intuitive operation with a wide range of fixing element shape configurations, their arrangement and quantities. EasyFix is trusted by designers and contractors, making it one of the most popular and frequently used calculation applications in the construction industry.

The functionalities of EasyFix are designed and supported by Rawlplug experts. They benefit from the company’s years of experience in the manufacture of mechanical and adhesive anchors, as well as the knowledge of three research and development centres. The results of calculations are based on EAD (European Assessment Documents formerly ETAG) guidelines prepared by the European Organisation for Technical Approvals (EOTA). Therefore EasyFix ensures the safety and success of each project.

Easyfix for basic anchor calculation and Easyfix Pro for in depth anchor calculation is available for free to structural engineers and consultants.

For details visit: http://easyfix.rawlplug.com/en

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Product Guide

TROX X-CUBE: A REVOLUTION IN MODERN AIR TECHNOLOGY

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By Sami Akaydin, Technical Consultant, TROX Middle East

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ROX is the global market leader in the development, manufacture and sale of components, devices and systems for the ventilation and air conditioning industry.

With subsidiary companies in 28 countries on all five continents, 14 production facilities, and importers and representatives, TROX is present in over 70 countries. The spectrum of solutions is accordingly broad. Products and solutions are developed in close co-operation with the clients that combine energy efficiency, which is essential both from the ecological and from an economic point of view, with very high comfort and excellent functionality. Trox has won the Climate Control Award as best manufacturer, 2 years in a row for 2014 and 2015 and was also nominated for the GAIA awards 2015 which shows how much our direction towards sustainability is being recognized by clients and contractors alike.

This is why superior energy efficiency was the guiding concept in the development of the X-CUBE.

Construction, insulation, low leakage, heat recovery, energy-efficient motors, and intelligent control systems work in tandem to provide levels of energy efficiency which not only meet but already exceed the existing and future requirements of the EC directive on energy-related products. With the special shape of the casing, the smooth surfaces, and the way in which the components are installed, the X-CUBE complies with the VDI 6022 guideline. Even the high-quality standard version meets the very critical hygiene requirements of the DIN 1946/4 standard. A special hygiene unit that complies with AHU Guideline 01 is available for the most demanding requirements.

The air-handling unit (AHU) has always been the workhorse of the HVAC world. Whilst renewable energy devices and sophisticated control technology scooped awards for reducing carbon footprint of commercial buildings, the AHU kept working away behind the scenes.

But in today’s environment, where only outstanding levels of sustainability are acceptable for the UAE’s most prestigious projects, this has all changed.

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IN THE MOVE TOWARDS SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED ENERGY CONSUMPTION, THE X-CUBE IS FIRMLY ON THE FRONTLINE, DELIVERING ENERGY SAVINGS THAT WERE SIMPLY NOT AVAILABLE TO SYSTEM DESIGNERS JUST A YEAR AGO. THE SOLUTION HAS SET THE BAR HIGH WHEN IT COMES TO MANUFACTURING QUALITY, ENERGY EFFICIENCY, FLEXIBILITY OF UNIT CONFIGURATIONS, FUNCTIONAL RELIABILITY AND HYGIENE. Matthias Kasprowicz, Regional Managing Director, TROX MIddle East.

TROX has developed from a component manufacturer and systems supplier to a company with “one-stop-shop” solutions. The level of interaction between various technical building services can make or break the whole system. This is why TROX offers everything from a single source. Its air handling units and ventilation components and systems complement each other perfectly. This results in maximum energy efficiency while the coordination effort during the design and installation stages for a project is reduced to a minimum.

With the introduction of the innovative X-CUBE air handling units, TROX has set the benchmark for these products on the market. The proposed solution has set the bar high when it comes to manufacturing quality, energy efficiency, flexibility of unit configurations, functional reliability and hygiene. The same high standards apply to all product types in the portfolio.

In the move towards significantly reduced energy consumption, the X-Cube is firmly on the frontline, delivering energy savings that were simply not available to system designers just a year ago.

This is due to the fact that the X-Cube has recently been reinvented from the ground up. After a number of years of incremental improvements, the tweaking and tinkering stopped and every aspect of the design and construction of the X-Cube was approached with a clean slate. So what impact has this had?

Four key areas have seen significant advances: • Motor efficiency • Filter design/performance • Physical construction • Single source compatibility

The low specific fan powers have been achieved in TROX X-CUBE AHUs with plug fans with an IE2 motor, and IE4 permanent magnet motors which ensure high efficiency even under partial loads.

The aerodynamically profiled steel or plastic fan blades achieve the highest efficiency with the lowest noise level.

The AHUs also incorporate EUROVENT energy Class A minipleat filters which reduce energy consumption considerably. Air filters are, of course, a necessary and compulsory requirement in air conditioning systems, however, the inevitable trade-off when employing particle or particulate filtration is increasing system resistance.

It is estimated that 85 per cent of the costs produced by an air filter are energy costs accrued during operation, but recent developments in filter technology are improving efficiency.

One of the 19 certification programs run by EUROVENT provides a scheme for independent testing and grading of filters. TROX is one of fourteen manufacturers taking part in the scheme, and the filters incorporated in the X-CUBE

design perform at the highest level designated by the standard.

These components contribute to the AHU’s ability to exceed SFP targets for the unit whilst ensuring effective filtration.

Energy efficiency performance is also assisted by the construction of the AHU cabinet. A seamless foam seal on each panel ensures the low leakage class is maintained, and this type of construction also removes the internal framing which in turn drops the resistance through the unit, further reducing the SFP of the unit.

The panels and frames are also fixed using screws rather than permanent fixings, enabling unit sections to be dismantled and reassembled on site should greater access be required.

Prefabrication was high on the agenda from the outset of the project, with both the designer and construction partner identifying this intention from the start.

As TROX supplied the full air handling system, opportunities for prefabrication could be optimized, with improved compatibility of equipment throughout the system, for more effective operation and energy efficiency.

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Product Guide

NORAPLAN® NTX - THE NEXT GENERATION OF FLOORING

WHY CONSULTANTS SHOULD SPECIFY THE PROVEN QUALITY OF NORAPLAN® NTX

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oraplan® nTx is a revolutionary new product advancement engineered and provided exclusively by nora systems. noraplan nTx offers a unique, highly simplified, less time consuming and significant cost saving, resilient flooring option. A simple concept, noraplan nTx is noraplan® sheet flooring with a preapplied, solvent-free self-adhesive.

With the ever increasing number of flooring options available for countless application areas, making a flooring selection has become more and more challenging. Until now...

Understanding the time restraints you are under, the cost measures that sometimes need to be taken and the impact of the final outcome of your project, all drove the development of noraplan nTx. Time and money are often the most influential considerations when selecting a flooring material, and with the introduction of noraplan nTx, those two factors have been addressed for you.

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NO RH OR pH TESTING In many flooring construction projects, moisture is often the enemy. Not only testing for moisture, but actually taking measures to ensure the existing moisture will not present any installation issues in the future. With noraplan nTx, the need for moisture testing is eliminated. Why? Simply because noraplan nTx does not have any moisture or pH limits. The days of costly testing and time delays are no longer a factor in your construction schedule.

MINIMAL COMPONENTS In traditional flooring installations where moisture issues exist, there are many pieces and parts that are necessary to ensure a dry surface is available for the flooring installation. The more pieces and parts that exist, the potential points of failure increase and liability between different manufacturers becomes unclear. noraplan nTx eliminates all of the complexity, confusion and “what-if’s”. All noraplan

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KINGSPAN KOOLTHERM INSULATION SOLUTIONS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INTO MANY PROJECTS ACROSS THE GULF, SUCH AS THE BURJ AL ARAB, ABU DHABI ISLAMIC BANK AND KING ABDULAZIZ CENTER FOR WORLD CULTURE. ADDITIONALLY, OVER 7,000 M2 OF KINGSPAN KOOLTHERM K10 FM SOFFIT BOARD WAS INSTALLED ON THE EMIRATES STADIUM IN LONDON, UK.

outside influences. noraplan nTx provides a way to eliminate these potential situations and gives you back the time and money associated with each. It reduces installation time and allows for immediate commercial traffic or initial cleaning. noraplan nTx combines the performance reliability you have grown to expect from nora with the efficiency and rapidity of a pre-applied, solvent-free self-adhesive… giving you back the time and money associated with a standard wet adhesive approach. nTx components are supplied and backed by nora’s Limited Warranty, minimizing any potential points of failure for your project.

SPEED. RELIABILITY. SAVINGS. Compared to other resilient flooring installation processes, nothing will install more quickly, reliably or costeffectively than noraplan nTx. It is not uncommon in a traditional installation to face challenges with a wet adhesive: open time, cure time, too much/not enough adhesive applied, uneven application, worn trowels and other

TIME IS MONEY Everyone is familiar with the saying, “time is money.” Nothing is more true in a project where multiple pieces must come together at the same time, are influenced by numerous outside factors and where budgets almost always decrease. noraplan nTx provides you with an option to remove one of those key challenges and is able to save you time in component products, man hours and installation.

Find out where you will see your budget and time savings.

noraplan® nTx AT-A-GLANCE • • • • • • • • •

No moisture or pH limits and no testing required No topical mitigation system required No need to spread adhesives or replace worn trowels Significant cost savings associated with material and labor Eliminate the complexity of multiple component suppliers No adhesive open time, allowing for immediate flooring installation Reduced installation time Immediate commercial traffic Immediate initial cleaning

nora systems GmbH (DMCC Branch), 3504, HDS Business Centre, Cluster M JLT, P.O Box 478392 Dubai, UAE. Phone: +971 (4) 450 8175 Fax: (+971 (4) 450 8374 Web: http://www.nora.com/corp

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