Commercial heating systems are required to undertake a lot of work. They’re essential workhorses for many businesses enabling them to maintain a comfortable temperature in the workplace throughout the colder months. While the overall energy consumption in the UK decreased by a total of 16% from 2005 to 2017, it is important to note that […]
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In the UK, poor air quality is considered a severe environmental risk with air pollution leading to an estimated 40,000 early deaths every year. For this reason, building owners and managers need to ensure that they have a coherent and effective strategy in place to manage indoor air quality.
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Retro-commissioning and recommissioning are terms that can cause confusion and are on occasion used interchangeably. That is misleading, because they are distinct processes. Here, we will explore how they differ before considering which is more suitable for your individual needs. What is retro-commissioning? Retro-commissioning is an assessment of an existing building’s use, focusing on whether
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Retro-commissioning is a process devised to help bring older buildings meet the latest efficiency standards and lower running costs, while extending the service life of existing equipment. It can be particularly relevant and useful in locations where Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are installed. What exactly is retro-commissioning, and why is it important?
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HVAC systems can be complicated and there’s a need for them to be carefully adjusted as well as regularly maintained if they’re to continue working at maximum capacity. Commissioning in relation to HVAC is the process through which it’s ensured that commercial HVAC systems work as intended. There are three types of commissioning. These are
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