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Pete Mills of Bosch Commercial & Industrial

Heat networks – a hybrid approach

Pete Mills, commercial technical operations manager at Bosch Commercial & Industrial, explores where renewables can fit in within a heat network...

22 Dec 2020

Time to exceed ventilation standards

David Millward, product manager at Elta Group discusses why commercial kitchen ventilation needs to be a top priority for HVAC contractors and facilities professionals, alongside some of the latest solutions...

22 Dec 2020

Building an air force

Ensuring ventilation is effective by providing regular air changes is key to reducing the airborne spread of viruses such as COVID-19. Roberto Mallozzi, managing director of Klima-Therm, explains the role of filters and HVAC disinfection systems in ...

16 Dec 2020

Temporary heat when you need it

Steve Warne national sales manager, temporary heating provider Ideal Heat Solutions, makes a case for the importance of non-permanent heat, particularly the solution’s ability to ensure comfort, productivity and the protection of both people and ...

16 Dec 2020

A very healthy debate

The public perception of building engineering services has changed dramatically because of the COVID-19 crisis, according to a range of speakers who took part in the 2020 BESA National Conference....

10 Dec 2020

Michael Brown, design director of Metal and Modular

Moving ductwork safely on site

Michael Brown, design director of UK site equipment manufacturer, Metal and Modular, discusses how to make ducting manoeuvres safe and efficient for HVAC installation teams on site...

10 Dec 2020

Be prepared for UFH growth

The growing demand for underfloor heating (UFH) provides a clear opportunity for installers looking to install and maintain these systems, says Richard Harvey, Commercial Director at Wolseley...

2 Dec 2020

Controlling efficiency

Graeme Rees, vice president of the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA), discusses the efficient management of buildings post-lockdown, and how a new Technical Guide can help ensure building controls perform to their maximum potential...

23 Sep 2020

Petra Wolf from the NürnbergMesse management board

What's in store for Chillventa eSpecial

From 13 to 15 October 2020, the international refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation and heat pump sector will come together for the Chillventa eSpecial. Petra Wolf from the NürnbergMesse gives us a preview of the event....

22 Sep 2020

Andy Green technical director at Baxi Heating

Taking efficiency to the max

Retrofit and boiler replacement have a vital role to play in meeting our environmental targets, says Andy Green technical director at Baxi Heating. The focus now must be on optimising system performance for maximum efficiency savings...

16 Sep 2020

ALV fluids signal new era in temperature control

It’s essential to use fluids to circulate heat effectively but there’s previously been a dearth of options available to improve that efficiency. It’s been a choice between a poorly performing heat transfer fluid or simply water. However, the ...

16 Sep 2020

Smart use of UFH

Franz Huelle, head of technical at Rehau Building Solutions, explores how underfloor heating (UFH) can meet the challenge of providing efficient and cost-effective space heating for multiple commercial end-users...

9 Sep 2020

Get in training for the Hackitt race

The building engineering sector must start adapting quickly to the safety and quality reforms championed by Dame Judith Hackitt, according to BESA President Neil Brackenridge...

9 Sep 2020

Radiator product manager at Zehnder Group UK David Lorrison

Game-changing bathroom innovations

Many people have been guilty of putting non-urgent jobs around the house on the back-burner. However during and post lockdown opportunities have presented themselves to homeowners to spruce up their properties and radiators can be a good place to ...

2 Sep 2020

Time to unlock the doors

As more businesses start to reopen, Toby Hunt, from Guardian Water Treatment, warns about unused water systems as a potential breeding ground for legionella bactera...

2 Sep 2020

E-learning is time well spent

Shaun Hughes, regional sales manager at Victaulic, discusses why training is a win-win for both the engineer, installer and manufacturer alike, and explores why learning is no longer confined to the physical...

26 Aug 2020

Get CPD fit as Britain builds

Dave Dickson, group specification manager for Conex Bänninger, discusses the benefits of Continual Professional Development (CPD), along with a reminder it can include remote ‘lunch and learns’ as well as attendance at technical webinars...

26 Aug 2020

Electrical safety for heating engineers

Brett Smyth, general manager, Ideal Industries EMEA, a specialist in electrical tools, accessories and equipment, discusses the need for electrical skills and safety to be included in mandatory training for heating engineers to ensure safe isolation ...

19 Aug 2020

Getting pressure right for all floors

As high-rise buildings are becoming a more prevalent sight on UK horizons, it is important to recognise the additional challenges that engineers face as buildings get taller...