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TMV2 and TMV3 What do you know about them?
This article looks to explore TMV valves with TMV2 and TMV3 approvals, which are specifically tested to…
February 2026
Ideal Heating launches new Imax Xtra 2 cascade installation video, proving powerful output doesn’t have to mean long build times
Video follows the assembly of three 80kW Imax Xtra 2 floor standing commercial condensing boilers in real…
February 2026
Revisiting retrofits 10 years on: key lessons for the future of retrofit
CIBSE, Studio PDP and 10 Design have investigated how 10 housing projects are performing 10 years after they were retrofitted. The study highlights successes and…
March 2024
Decarbonising data centres: optimising operation with artificial intelligence
Two studies have looked at the impact of AI on improving the function of data centres. Molly Tooher-Rudd highlights the potential for optimisation and maintenance
March 2024
Essential lessons from electric schools
Too many all-electric schools are being designed for peak loads that will never be met, says Cundall’s Peter Hazzard, who has been analysing data from…
March 2024
Preparing for the worst: lessons on overheating from Futurebuild
CIBSE’s overheating session at Futurebuild detailed the risks to care homes and apartments of a warming planet. Alex Smith hears from modellers and academics about…
March 2024
Twin cities: harnessing gaming technology for immersive digital twins
Buro Happold has collaborated with video games developer Epic Games to add another dimension to its digital twins. Andy Pearson speaks to Buro Happold’s Miraj…
February 2024
Cooling’s race against time: exploring next-generation cooling solutions
In response to anticipated rapid growth in demand for air conditioning by 2050, the International Energy Agency has released a report on the latest technology…
February 2024
High hopes: overcoming challenges with high-temperature heat pump integration
Retrofitting with high-temperature heat pumps can pose significant challenges if buildings are not properly investigated first. Baxi’s Ryan Kirkwood navigates the highs and low of…
February 2024
Zoning in: the new Heat Network Zoning consultation
The government is aiming for 11% of heat in the UK to be supplied by heat networks within newly designated heat zones. Alex Smith looks…
February 2024
Cold storage: phase change material heat exchangers for space cooling
Research on the application of phase change material heat exchangers for space cooling during summer found that significant cold energy could be stored or released.…
February 2024
Air to the throne: Product or Innovation of the Year – Air Quality shortlist
Ahead of this month’s CIBSE Building Performance Awards, we look at the six shortlisted entries for the Product or Innovation of the Year – Air…
February 2024
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