Heating & Ventilation

Heating & Ventilation A useful app for homeowners and installers to visualise a free-standing stove installation

Have you ever wondered what a modern, log burning stove would look like in your house, especially as you don’t already have a natural chimney breast for a fireplace?

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his App allows the user to see what it looks like, as well as calculating the components required. Stoves can easily be installed into existing homes, be it a newly built house on an estate or an existing, older house or even a self-build project. A stove can be installed going through the ceilings of each room and out of the roof, or along the outside and up the building.

The App gives you a choice of four basic stove designs, to give an impression of what a typical design would look like in your home. This amazing App then be used to assist the installer in selecting the parts required following a full site survey, which can then be ordered directly from their chosen distributor of the Schiedel product range.

Please note that as conditions on site may vary, the final price for the system may change following the full site survey and may vary between distributors.

Please note that the installer may advise on additional components or advise which components are not needed (for example extra wall bands based on exact measurements and site surveys). The quote provided is Schiedel’s list pricing and these prices are different with their distributors, who can also provide some amazing discounts.

FAQs

What sort of phone can be used?

A modern phone from the last few years should be okay to run the augmented reality part of the Builder. However, the recommended spec is for a device running Android 7.0 and iOS 11. The relevant app stores will advise if this can be installed.

How accurate is this?

The accuracy will depend on the information and dimensions fed into the app but should always be followed up by a full site survey carried out by an experienced installer. Schiedel recommends HETAS accredited installers for solid fuel installations.

I’m not sure about the accuracy of my measurements. Don’t worry. Enter the approximate values and we can calculate the components. Your installer or Schiedel’s technical support team can verify if the set of components are accurate for the installation.

The pipe lengths are different.

This is because it is not recommended to have a joint within a ceiling or a wall. However, this can be assessed when on site or can be discussed with our technical team.

Some of the options are missing if I choose internal or external.

That’s correct, some measurements aren’t needed, plus some options are not available when choosing one of the other options. If you have an installation which is different to the standard ones, then fill in the details for the closest installation type and put information in the notes section for our technical team to look at.

www.schiedel.com/uk/ augmented-reality-chimneybuilder-for-stoves/

Heating & ventilation LATEST DOMUS VENTILATION SYSTEMS INSTALLED INTO LONDON DEVELOPMENT

Domus Ventilation’s HRXE Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) and CMXMULTI Mechanical Extract Ventilation (MEV) systems, along with Domus ducting, are being installed in to the new Kilburn High Road residential development in North West London:

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ilburn High Road is a development of one and two bedroom apartments from Kilburn Developments Ltd. Located on one of London’s busy main roads, indoor air quality has been a key consideration, which drove JP Electrical Ltd. to specify and install Domus Ventilation’s range of mechanical ventilation systems. Commenting on his choice, Director Nick Jordan stated: “They are really good units and easier to install than others I’ve used. I’ve never had a problem with them.” Jim also has praise for the service provided by Domus Ventilation: “Domus did all the design drawings for this project free of charge which massively helped and they have provided on-site support too.”

Domus Ventilation HRXE MVHR systems with NOX-FILT in-line carbon filter have been installed in the ground level apartments within a cupboard, with CMX-MULTI MEVs in the remaining apartments, fitted in the ceiling voids.

The HRXE MVHR combine supply and extract ventilation in one system. They efficiently recover up to 90% of the heat typically lost in waste, stale air and use it to temper the fresh air drawn into the apartment via an advanced heat exchanger. The filtered, pre-warmed air is distributed to areas of the home such as living rooms and bedrooms, effectively meeting part of the heating load in energy efficient dwellings. The systems themselves use very little energy due to their efficient design, including a very low Specific Fan Power (SFP) down to just 0.57W/l/s. To filter out harmful airborne contaminants prevalent in our cities, the HRXE has been fitted with Domus Ventilations NOX-FILT in-line carbon filter. Designed to work on the supply leg of the ducting system to the HRXE, NOX-FILT removes up to 99.5% of nitrogen dioxide (NO²) pollution from entering a home.

Domus Ventilation’s CMX-MULTI is an extremely compact and highly energyefficient centralised MEV. It extracts indoor pollution and draws moisture-laden air out of wet zones, such as kitchens and bathrooms, depositing it outside for greatly improved indoor air quality and environmental comfort. At just 125mm in depth, the CMX-MULTI is the smallest and lightest MEV on the market, enabling it to readily fit into ceiling voids, as is the case at Kilburn High Road. As with the HRXE, the CMX-MULTI is energyefficient, with an extremely low Specific Fan Power down to 0.1457W/l/s - the lowest in the market today and well below Building Regulation Part L requirements of 0.5 W/l/s.

To ensure maximum systems performance, Domus Supertube 204x60mm rigid ducting and EasiPipe 125mm round rigid ducting have been used with the mechanical ventilation systems. These duct systems offer improved system performance through the exacting tolerances and engineered fit of the system, whereby pressure drops are minimised and air leakage virtually eliminated.

In line with Building Regulations, Domus Fire Collars have been used wherever a hole has been made in a compartment wall for the ducting to pass through in order to restore the walls’ fire rating. Domus Thermal ducting insulation has also been used where the ducting passes through unheated areas and voids, to prevent condensation forming.

For further information on Domus Ventilation’s energy efficient mechanical ventilation solutions, please go to www.domusventilation.co.uk or call on 03443 715523.

VASCO expands designer radiator range with Wi-Fi controlled electric Niva and hybrid Niva Mix

Electric radiators are the perfect partner for new ‘green’ builds and renovations; especially when combined with the installation of ground source heat pumps or solar panels. VASCO is expanding its range of electric heating solutions, to include an updated Wi-Fi-controlled electric radiator, the Niva together with a hybrid version of the designer radiator the Niva Mix.

Electric designer radiator The Niva is a dry thermal panel Niva gets an upgrade: electric radiator and does not available in 6 sizes with contain any water; it heats up very invisible controls quickly as it uses VASCO’s new infrared technology to generate a The newly upgraded Niva range comfortable, radiant heat. of electric radiators are easily controlled you can choose The upgraded electric Niva from a radio frequency version, allows you to control and limit the which is not connected to your radiator’s surface temperature, home internet and comes with which is an extremely practical a compliant thermostat as feature in rooms where safety is standard. If you wish to control paramount, such as nurseries, your electric radiator via the it is far lighter than a water filled VASCO Climate Control app on radiator making it much easier to your mobile phone you will need install based on a plug-and-play the E-Volve Wi-Fi control version, principle. this and the control unit can be ordered separately. The compact Niva Mix: hybrid radiator Wi-Fi module uses Bluetooth available in 2 sizes to communicate with a small temperature sensor located in The VASCO Niva Mix is an exciting the same room as the radiator. new hybrid radiator. It is an ideal A third version, which allows you solution as it offers two options: to control the radiator with your it can be connected to a hydronic home automation system, is also central heating system or run on available. electricity. This makes the Niva

Mix hybrid radiator perfect for areas that need to heat up quickly when the central heating system is switched off, such as bathrooms. The minimalist, sleek and stylish electric Niva and Niva Mix radiators are available in an extensive range of colours that will work with any interior.

Wide range of accessories

All VASCO accessories that are suitable for the hydronic Niva radiators are also available for the upgraded electric Niva and the Niva Mix.

www.vasco.eu

Waterloo Air Products Case Study 55 DOUGLAS STREET, GLASGOW

The transformation of a landmark office building in the centre of Glasgow has provided the city with much-needed grade A office space, using air distribution products by Waterloo Air Products Ltd.

Formerly known as the Cerium Building, this partrefurbishment, part-new build project, aptly located on the corner of Waterloo Street and Douglas Street, now offers 85,400 sq ft of offices and wellness facilities over seven floors.

Glasgow is renowned for its spectacular Victorian and art nouveau architecture, built on the legacy of its prosperous history of maritime trade and shipbuilding. Today, the city centre is benefiting from a government strategy to address a shortage of premium office accommodation. The renovation of 55 Douglas Street was supported by £12m of funding from the Scottish Partnership for Regeneration in Urban Centres (SPRUCE) as part of the Building Scotland Fund.

The scope of this project was extensive with the entire internal area being renovated and expanded to create large, versatile, virtually columnfree floorplates ranging from 6,000 to 16,000 sq ft. The original façade was largely adopted but the front exterior was completely transformed with a double height entrance and a 10,000 ft extension to increase the footprint of the building. Working with M&E design consultants Hulley & Kirkwood, Waterloo became involved at the design concept stage of the development. “Waterloo’s product range always offers the high performance and quality that a project of this scope requires,” said Hulley & Kirkwood’s Technical

Director Allan West. “But it is equally important to us to find products that are both adaptable and aesthetically sympathetic to our design plans. Waterloo’s proposed products were a perfect fit with the architect’s ceiling design aspiration, so everything could quite literally slot into place without any need for adaptations.”

The primary requirement was for a diffuser to run around the perimeter of the building’s upper floors that would integrate seamlessly in terms of both fit and appearance with the two sizes of perforated steel ceiling tiles. Waterloo’s aluminium continuous linear slot diffuser (CS-F) was selected as the best product for this installation due to its industry-leading aerodynamic and acoustic performance. A further advantage was that Waterloo could supply a variation of this diffuser (CS-M) that would exactly match the smaller tiles.

Precise colour match was also an important consideration. Waterloo was able to provide the diffusers in exactly the same polyester powder coated RAL9003 paint finish as the tiles, which was very slightly different to Waterloo’s normal colour for this product. Virtually anything is possible with Waterloo’s extensive range of products and finishes.

Ceiling system manufacturer SAS International supplied Waterloo with the tiles and the CS-M slot diffusers were easily dropped into place thanks to the precise matching of the tile’s aperture with the diffuser’s dimensions. The combined tiles and diffusers were then delivered to the site, ready for installation.

“Going the extra mile in this way really makes a difference to hitting our deadlines,” said Stephen Kane, Operations Manager at mechanical installation contractor Weir & McQuiston. “This kind of collaboration helps us to deliver the outstanding results that our reputation relies on. It is always a pleasure to work with the team from Waterloo.”

The ground floor and basement areas feature the full extent of wellness facilities that are considered essential to any modern office building. This includes bike racks, a cycle repair station, exercise studio, changing rooms and showers, car parking, electric vehicle charging points and Amazon lockers. Waterloo products used within these areas included circular swirl diffusers in a mill finish to complement the interior design of the reception area, exhaust valves for the toilet areas and external louvres in a finish to match the external fabric of the building.

Jim Campbell of HVRS, which specialises in sales & marketing of key heating, ventilation and renewables products to the construction and building services industry, was Waterloo’s representative for this project.

www.waterloo.co.uk