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Early warning systems and the crucial role of leak detection

15/1/2018

refrigeration refrigerant safety leak detection

Ed Whinyates of Stonegrove Refrigeration and Mark Scott of TQ Environmental look at the benefits of leak detection and the role it has to play in the changing regulations within the refrigeration and air conditioning industry.

With the changes in F-Gas regulations and the EN378 standard (safety and environmental standard), coupled with the ongoing rises in refrigerant costs, the need for leak detection systems is becoming more apparent. So whether it is a legal requirement based on regulations, or a prudent stance to help prevent large losses of costly refrigerant leaking from a system, the choice to install a leak detection system needs to be seriously considered.

'Concealed, compact and without compromise'

15/8/2017

The Daikin VRV I-series offers 'invisible' air conditioning

Martin Passingham, Product Manager for DX at Daikin UK, discusses how modern trends in the retail and light commercial sectors demand a discreet, compact, cost-effective and high-performance air conditioning solution.

Balancing the requirements of customer or staff comfort against the aesthetic and logistical realities of installing an air conditioning unit can be a major dilemma for many businesses. This is especially true in urban areas where outdoor space is restricted.

The condenser element of air conditioning systems can be relatively bulky and thus is most commonly installed on a roof, basement or in a side alley. However, this may not be feasible in densely populated areas where buildings routinely serve a mixture of commercial, residential, leisure and social purposes. Consequently, roof space may be occupied by penthouse apartments, basement space utilised by car parking and strict planning permissions may prohibit installing a system in a side alley.

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Early warning systems and the crucial role of leak detection

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