05 December 2013

Ventilation specification app launched by greenwood Airvac

The new app features a compilation of the company’s literature, including product brochures, installation guides, Building Regulation documents and operation and maintenance handbooks for homeowners. The app is designed to be a quick and easy tool for anyone needing help with ventilation specification and will include regular updates on Greenwood products.

  • 05 December 2013

05 December 2013

Earthwool loft roll insulation supplied by Knauf for charity building

The loft roll supplied is manufactured with ECOSE® Technology, which uses a formaldehyde-free binder based on rapidly renewable materials to make it more environmentally friendly without affecting the thermal, acoustic or fire performance. The lightweight insulation has a thermal conductivity of 0.044W/mK and has a classified fire rating of Euroclass A1 to BS RN ISO[…]

  • 05 December 2013

05 December 2013

CommissionSMART technology for easy on-site installation on YouTube

The channel is currently showcasing the company’s new CommissionSMART™ technology designed for a simple installation process on site, as used in their Vireo heat recovery unit. Viewers are guided through a step by step video advising on Guaranteed Installed Performance, in addition to finding out about the new BPEC2U Training Course and how to configure[…]

  • 05 December 2013

28 November 2013

Clearing the air

Housing refurbishment projects are multiplying as local authorities strive to improve the condition and efficiency of their housing stock. Cutting energy bills for tenants is a pivotal part of these projects and often involves improving the airtightness of a property. However, this can result in reduced air quality and condensation forming. An estimated 50% of[…]

  • 28 November 2013

27 November 2013

Lead: An old dog with new tricks?

Lead – the new eco materialAs sustainability targets become more and more important in the construction sector, the LSA has worked with BRE Global to examine lead’s green credentials. Lead has a very low carbon footprint, unmatched by most roofing materials and is also 100% recyclable. This resulted in lead’s inclusionin BRE’s Green Guide earlier[…]

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