Know what you want? Try our 'Supplier Directory' 

Cure for surgery IAQ problem

The doctors at St John's Villa surgery in London needed a new heating and cooling system for their refurbished practice. They wanted to create the perfect indoor climate where they could treat patients in a comfortable and draught-free environment.
Unsurprisingly, many of their patients were unwell, some actively infectious and others at risk of picking up an infection. They therefore needed to reduce the risk of transmission of airborne infection. In addition, there could be no hot surfaces as some patients would be frail nd at risk of injury.

The architect recommended two Hi-Velocity small duct systems with three-part air purification (HEPS) modules added-on. This provided:
  • Ultraviolet lamps to kill viruses and bacteria.
  • A high-level filter to reduce allergy causing airborne particles.
  • Honeycomb photo-catalytic oxidation to reduce chemicals, volatile organic compounds and smells.
The Hi-Velocity system is designed to deliver heating and cooling in a way that ensures heat is delivered evenly and comfortably.

The patients will not feel a draught, even when the system is in comfort cooling, says the system's supplier. Two Hi-Velocity systems were installed with 14kW reverse cycle electric heat pumps.

Both systems were fitted with an air purifier. Seven-day timer controls allow the systems to be programmed.

The air purifiers help control the spread of airborne infection; there are no hot surfaces during heating
and no cold draughts during cooling. Positioning the air outlets in the ceiling, wall and floors maximised the space in each room.

www.hvsystems.co.uk

25 May 2012

Comments

Already Registered?
Login
Not Yet Registered?
Register

HVR Awards 2025: DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JULY 25

The entry process for the HVR Awards 2025 has been extended to July 25. We wanted to give people some extra time to finalise and submit their entries, but don’t miss the opportunity to get your entry in before the new deadline....

  05-Mar-2025

EDGE PRO, the new high performance residential heat pump

Clivet has launched EDGE PRO the innovative air-to-water packaged heat pump from 4 to 16 kW, ideal solution for new buildings and renovations, thanks to the ALTODesign aesthetics, versatile and sustainable for heating, cooling and domestic hot water....

  26-Jun-2025

STOKVIS R600

CONDENSING ULTRA LOW NOx PREMIX COMMERCIAL BOILER
  10-Jan-2019
Heating & Ventilating Review is the number one magazine in the HVAR industry. Don’t miss out, subscribe today!
Subcribe to HVR

Diary

HVR Awards
BESA Industry Awards