The new version of LG4 Sports lighting is designed to ensure that stadium lighting matches the quality of today’s broadcast trends and technology. Mike Simpson outlines key updates to the guide
Category: Technical
Greening the golden arches: net zero at McDonald’s
McDonald’s claims its operation at Walt Disney World in Florida is the first net zero energy fast-food restaurant in the world. Cyclone Energy Group’s Benjamin Skelton describes the services design
Balancing act: pressure independent thermostatic radiator valves
The growing range of PITRVs promises a simpler, more efficient and quicker way to balance heating systems than regular TRVs – as well as offering potential long-term cost savings. Phil Lattimore reports
Luxury awaits: turning the Old War Office into an upmarket hotel
Transforming the 1,000-room Old War Office building in London into a luxurious Raffles hotel has been a momentous project for Aecom engineers. Andy Pearson discovers how an extensive services refit was in keeping with the magnificence of the makeover
Building decarbonisation through sustainable climate control
Decarbonisation of the built environment is now essential if we are to reach net zero by 2050. Matteo Dall’Ombra, product manager commercial at Daikin, explains how advances in climate control technology, including Daikin’s VRV 5 Heat Recovery solution, can help achieve these goals
All change: the key requirements of the Golden Thread
The proposal for a Golden Thread of information was a headline of Dame Judith Hackitt’s review of building safety. Delivering the Golden Thread for a project also requires close attention to any changes to the design during construction. Hywel Davies explains the key elements of new regulations that come into force on 1st October.
Building Regulations update: notices for work
The Building Regulations (Amendments etc) (England) Regulations 2023 introduce new rules for the deposit of plans. They apply to all building work and they come into force on 1st October. Hywel Davies explains the new requirements and procedures
Building Regulations update: building control for Higher Risk Buildings
The Building (Higher-Risk Buildings Procedures) (England) Regulations 2023 come into force on 1 October. They set out the building control processes for higher risk buildings that will apply to new projects. Hywel Davies looks at the details of the new regime
Building Regulations update: role of Accountable Persons
New regulations come into force on 1 October for management of higher risk buildings under Part 4 of the Building Safety Act 2022. Hywel Davies explains howAccountable Persons will need to develop the building safety case required by the new regulations
Building Regulations update: duties and competence
The Building Regulations (Amendments etc) (England) Regulations 2023 insert a new Part 2A into the Building Regulations 2010. This has requirements on clients to appoint designers and contractors who are competent and new duties for clients, designers and contractors. Hywel Davies explains the new requirements coming into force on October 1