Belimo Globe Valve Retrofit The new-generation globe valve actuators from Belimo incorporate not only strength, but flexibility too. Engineered to suit a broad range of HVAC applications, the new actuators and retrofit linkages are highly-adaptable making selection, installation and service hassle-free. These new retrofit globe valve actuators are equipped with a universal valve neck and valve stem adapter, suitable for use with valves...Read More

Eurofluid joins forces with Smedegaard Smedegaard Pumps have entered a new partnership agreement with Eurofluid for the independent distribution of their full range of ErP compliant, high-efficiency, pumps. ‘We are excited at the future prospects being offered us through our partnership with Eurofluid as they are well known and highly-respected within the Irish building services industry for over 20 years”, said...Read More

Standard Control Systems appointments Sam McCoubrey has been appointed Senior Engineer with Standard Control Systems’ Belfast office. He brings with him a wealth of experience (over  20 years) from within the controls industry, having served with some of the leading industry players in various senior capacities. Meanwhile, Standard Control Systems (UK) has appointed Tim Peperell Sales Director. Tim has extensive experience within the BMS sector...Read More

Zypho shower-water heat recovery Zypho, an innovative shower-water heat recovery unit that is installed under a conventional shower tray, has been introduced to the Irish marketplace by Greentherm. Zypho recovers heat from waste shower water and passes it to the incoming cold water supply. The pre-heated cold water is mixed with the hot water supply in the shower mixer valve....Read More

ATP at the heart of the matter Advanced Technical Products recently supplied three 3500-litre hot water calorifiers and two 1.5 m/w plate heat exchangers by Ormandy Rycroft to the Mater Hospital. The main plant room for the existing hospital was completely refurbished while, at the same time, it was linked to the new hospital services. The project, which was delivered on a very tight schedule, was completed in time for...Read More

Industry Uplift Slow But Steady Despite a blip in March, figures for the first quarter of 2013 have shown an upward curve. While not spectacular, it is a move in the right direction. Perhaps this is all the more re-assuring in that it is definite and steadfast, and not a massive spike that cannot be sustained. Looking ahead for the...Read More

There is no doubt that, as an industry, we need to do everything we can to help building owners/operators optimise their energy efficiency and reduce their running costs and carbon emissions. However, we need to ensure we do so within the constraints imposed by sound engineering principles. Consequently, “optimise” is often a more appropriate aspiration...Read More

As is now established practice for many years, bs news invites a delegate from abroad to write a brief review of the CIBSE annual conference. This year the guest reviewer is Dr David Carter, Reader, School of Architecture, University of Liverpool.Read More

The recently-held Energy Show at the RDS proved one of the most successful to date, especially given the challenging trading environment faced by the industry. The exhibitor mix, coupled with the calibre of the companies participating and the quality of the products and services on show, represented a massive and diverse showcase for the sector.Read More