Domestic Ventilation Systems
Domestic Ventilation Systems

Author: Glenn Hawkins

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 22

ISBN-13: 9780860227205

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With the improvements in dwelling airtightness over the past few years, and increased use of systems such as Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR), getting the ventilation right in dwellings has become more critical. In 2010, a requirement for mechanical ventilation air flow rate testing in dwellings was written into the England & Wales Building Regulations. In a workshop in August 2012 hosted by the MBE KTN with the National Measurement Network and the Technology Strategy Board, the measurement of ventilation performance was quoted as the most significant gap and deficiency in building performance measurement. This BSRIA guide was written as a contribution to the resolution of some of these difficulties.

Handbook of Domestic Ventilation
Handbook of Domestic Ventilation

Author: Rodger Edwards

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2006-08-11

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 1136400109

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A series of studies of homes in England show that around 15% - or some 3 million homes - suffer problems with damp and mould, largely because of poor ventilation. The impact on public health and quality of life is substantial. The Handbook of Domestic Ventilation is a comprehensive study of the basic science, technology and practical application of effective and energy efficient ventilation strategies for dwellings. Unlike other books, the Handbook concentrates on a domestic context rather than looking solely at commercial applications, giving a much needed insight into the requirements of ventilation for the home. Basing his conclusions on both theoretical study and practical experience, Rodger Edwards demonstrates the clear link between poor ventilation and poor health, and tells the reader how to use good quality ventilation as a way of enhancing quality of life and as a health improvement tool.

Ventilation and Airflow in Buildings
Ventilation and Airflow in Buildings

Author: Claude-Alain Roulet

Publisher: Earthscan

Published: 2012-05-16

Total Pages: 211

ISBN-13: 1849773718

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Energy efficiency in buildings requires, among other things, that ventilation be appropriately dimensioned: too much ventilation wastes energy, and insufficient ventilation leads to poor indoor air quality and low comfort.Studies have shown that ventilation systems seldom function according to their commissioned design. They have also shown that airflow measurement results are essential in improving a ventilation system. This key handbook explains why ventilation in buildings should be measured and describes how to measure it, giving applied examples for each measurement method.The book will help building physicists and ventilation engineers to properly commission ventilation systems and appropriately diagnose ventilation problems throughout the life of a building. Drawing on over 20 years of experience and the results of recent international research projects, this is the definitive guide to diagnosing airflow patterns within buildings.

Natural Ventilation for Infection Control in Health-care Settings
Natural Ventilation for Infection Control in Health-care Settings

Author: Y. Chartier

Publisher: World Health Organization

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9241547855

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This guideline defines ventilation and then natural ventilation. It explores the design requirements for natural ventilation in the context of infection control, describing the basic principles of design, construction, operation and maintenance for an effective natural ventilation system to control infection in health-care settings.

Designed to Perform
Designed to Perform

Author: Tom Dollard

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2022-12-03

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1000786897

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How do we ensure sustainable buildings perform as intended? The performance gap between predicted and actual energy use in new homes has been identified as key problem by government and industry experts. This updated edition is an illustrated practical design guide to delivering better energy performance in all types of new build homes. It introduces readers to the concept of the performance gap and highlights clear issues and solutions to help architects improve their detailing at design stage. The book: Features annotated details with photos taken from live construction sites Includes accessible practical guidance for busy practitioners Raises construction quality and performance of new homes Promotes the case for more architect supervision throughout the construction process A new chapter features innovative low carbon building methods, including hempcrete blocks, clay blocks and straw bale. All information has been updated to reflect the latest data with fresh details and technologies.

Understanding the Building Regulations
Understanding the Building Regulations

Author: Simon Polley

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-09-15

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 1317626168

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Do you need a concise, jargon-free and compact guide to the UK building regulations? Simon Polley boils down the regulations to their basic features, explaining the core principles behind them. Easy to read and light enough to carry around with you, this is the ideal introduction to a vital part of your remit as a building control officer, architect or surveyor. Updated with the extensive 2013 changes, and illustrated with cartoons and diagrams.