18 Things you need to know about R32 refrigerant
18 of the key points about R32 refrigerant. – R32 is a low GWP refrigerant of 675. – It is 17% of the GWP of R404A which is common in refrigeration. – It is 32% of the GWP of R410A which is common in air conditioning. – Because of this, it’s being introduced in the UK as an alternative to these gases. – R32 is already widely used in ...
An Introduction to Lime Mortar as a Sustainable Building Material
Jul 11, 2023 · CONCLUSION. In conclusion, lime mortar is a versatile and sustainable building material that offers numerous benefits for sustainable architecture. Its low embodied energy and carbon footprint make it an environmentally friendly choice, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Lime mortar’s breathability and moisture ...
Construction Industry News and Views | Specifier Review
SPECIFIER REVIEW – CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY NEWS & VIEWS. Specifier Review publishes news and views from the built environment. Showcasing the latest architectural projects, building product innovations, video presentations and informative articles from building product manufacturers and construction industry specialists. Latest architectural ...
Big Foot Systems Modernises Rooftop Support - Specifier Review
Feb 29, 2016 · Finally Big Foot Systems offers short manufacture and delivery lead times to help a project meet its schedule and stay within budget. For further information on all products and services offered by Big Foot Systems email: [email protected] or telephone 01323 844355. Follow @Bigfootsystems.
What is Hybrid VRF? - Specifier Review
Jan 20, 2023 · Hybrid VRF is an air conditioning system for large scale applications. It’s a 2-pipe heat recovery VRF with water between the Hybrid Brand Controller (HBC) and indoor units. HVRF is a quick, easy and flexible to design and install using the same control and network as VRF systems. The decentralised system means phased installation is possible ...
R32 refrigerant – why the change and why now? - Specifier Review
Jan 25, 2019 · Carbon has a GWP of 1. R410A has a GWP of 2,088 meaning that if one kilogram is released into the atmosphere it would have 2,088 times the harmful effect of one kilogram of carbon. That is why we are now seeing a move to a new refrigerant – R32, which has a GWP of 675 (two-thirds less than R410a). The decision by air conditioner manufacturers ...
Engineering a Solution - Specifier Review
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Vent-Axia’s PureAir Home PIV Eliminates Condensation in Problem …
Apr 27, 2022 · Bought as a new build in 1985, the condensation problem was so severe that the homeowners were using a window vac and towels to mop up the condensation on a daily basis. Since the installation of the PIV, the house has been condensation free. The PureAir Home with integrated heater was installed by Mr Rudling, a qualified electrician, who found ...
Zinc cladding and roofing - Specifier Review
Nov 21, 2018 · Zinc is used in architectural applications for rainwater systems, cladding and roofing, often as an alloy of zinc, copper and titanium. This combination of metals maximizes tensile strength, malleability and load bearing capacity. While other metals, such as iron, suffer from exposure to water and salt, zinc forms a protective layer of zinc ...
Trend builds on the success of IQ®VISION with a range of new …
Jan 19, 2018 · Trend Control Systems, a leading international manufacturer and supplier of state-of-the-art Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS), has announced availability of the latest version of its IQ®VISION Supervisor.IQ®VISION 2.1 boasts a range of improvements including extended controller support, faster device discovery, as well as an improved security model and updates to the Niagara platform.