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Coolhouse system reduces CO2 emissions and energy consumption by 94%
AlmaVerde Village and Spa is a new resort located in the unspoilt and less developed part of the Western Algarve, 10 kms from Lagos. The village comprises plots for 130 villas, 28 townhouses and several groups of apartments. Most buildings are single storey with the occasional two storey building adding variety and interest. A low energy air cooling system called 'The Coolhouse System' has been conceived and developed by a British team at th... [more]
Procool portable spot coolers now available in the UK
A new range of Procool single phase 230V/50Hz, portable, spot coolers from Ecotechnics based in Italy, is now available in the UK, through Flextraction. There are three coolers in the range, Procool 9000, Procool 17000 and Procool 24000. They are designed as portable air conditioning systems delivering cool, dry air to an area or areas, where a reduction in temperature is called for. They are ideal for use in industry to improve the workin... [more]
BOHS training modules help control legionella bacteria in water systems
Many companies design or buy in local exhaust ventilation (LEV) systems which don’t actually work. This may be because an off-the-shelf package is not fit for purpose, or because changes have been made to a standard system or a bespoke solution has been designed inappropriately. BOHS’s new modular exam, ‘P602 Basic Design Principles of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems’, aims to provide just that – the basic design principles, knowledge and ... [more]
James Frew to install Theatre Ventilation AHU Plant within Glasgow Royal Infirmary's
James Frew, Scotland's largest independent building services company, has been awarded a £850,000 contract for the installation of a new Theatre Ventilation AHU Plant within Glasgow Royal Infirmary's water treatment plant room. Awarded by NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, the scope of work includes the installation of a new air handling plant, chilled water systems installation, steam and condensate systems as well as ductwork modifications. This ... [more]
Turbomiser chiller delivers superior energy savings
With energy costs escalating, end users are demanding savings in plant running costs. Chillers based on the oil-less centrifugal Turbocor compressor have been around for a while. Their compact design, variable speed capability and magnetic bearings are known to deliver a combination of excellent performance and class leading energy efficiency. Now, however, Italian manufacturer Geoclima claims to have developed a unique approach to harnessing ... [more]
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