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Dehumidification

One of the problems we come across during our inspections is Air Conditioning Dehumidification Problems: This is where the air conditioning system cools but does not dehumidify the room. The most common cause of inadequate dehumidification by an air conditioning system is the installation of a cooling unit, which has too much capacity, or is […]

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Pollutants and Modern Building Materials

Many things contribute towards air conditioning systems being fit for purpose. Here we look at some of the obstacles with modern building materials that offer challenges for high quality indoor air. Over the past twenty years, there have been two trends in construction. These trends have put significant stresses on indoor environments. Firstly, buildings are […]

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What Noisy Air Conditioning Means

Very often our inspections report on very noisy air conditioning systems which either need remedial work or replacement. Building owners can often save time and money by being aware of the usual noise output from their air conditioning system and should then be alerted if there is any change because this indicates there is an […]

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Elements of the TM44 Air Conditioning Inspector Report Part 3

When we come to inspect the site for your air conditioning inspection report it is helpful if there is access to documentation related to the system along with any maintenance or service documents. Access will be required to equipment that may be located in plant rooms, or outside the building, including rooftops or other locations […]

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Elements of the TM44 Air Conditioning Report Part 1

We thought it would be useful to provide some articles that delve a bit deeper into what you can expect from your air conditioning report and some of the aspects covered in our inspection report for your premises. The next 3 articles here will do just that. Our recommendations are always in your best interests […]

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Air Conditioning and Health

Many people describe air conditioning systems in public and commercial buildings as the lungs of the building. The air-conditioning system draws in outside air, filters it, heats, cools or humidifies it, circulates it around the building, then expels a portion of it to the outside environment. The system is made up of intake ducts, air […]

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Simple Guide to Air Conditioning Inspections

The UK’s buildings are responsible for 50% of carbon emissions and energy consumption. This prompted the Government to act on reducing emissions from as many sources as possible. There are innovations being introduced all the time to reduce the impact of carbon emissions on the planet. Electric cars, increased use of public transport, bio fuels, […]

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Electronic Waste Recycling

Electronic waste recycling or E-waste recycling is a rapidly expanding industry because of consumer appetite for the very latest technology. These days when new electronic devices are quite cheap, not many people bother to have their electronics repaired. This means there is a surfeit of discarded computers, office equipment, games consoles, mobile phones and television […]

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Cost Savings From TM44 Inspections

Air Conditioning is a valuable asset to any organisation. Without air conditioning, many processes we take for granted would not be possible. However, air conditioning is also a heavy user of energy resources and on a global scale The expense of keeping buildings temperature controlled has a profound effect on any organisation’s bottom line. It […]

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Energy Efficient Air Conditioning

For building owners and those involved in new constructions, energy efficient air conditioning units are now the norm. The cost of electricity and the environmental impact of over consumption make energy efficient air conditioning a necessity rather than a luxury. Over consumption of electricity results in pollution and acid rain and uses natural resources and […]

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