Old and Unserviced Heating Plant
Old and unserviced commercial heating systems can develop a range of issues that impact efficiency, safety, and operational costs. Below is a concise overview of the most likely problems, based on common knowledge about HVAC systems: Reduced Efficiency and Higher...
Stokvis Energy Systems
Heathcrest continue to both service and maintain your Stokvis equipment. Stokvis econoplate heat exchangers and other heating equipment can be found in a wide range of industrial and commercial settings. It is no surprise therefore that there are Plant Managers and...
Ductless Air Rotation Systems
Air Rotation (ductless mini-split systems) are commonly used in commercial buildings. Overall, air rotation heating offers a compelling solution for large warehouses and distribution centres. Its efficient and uniform heating, coupled with relatively low installation...
Destratification Heating for Commercial Premises
Destratification heating offers significant potential for energy and cost savings, particularly in large, high-ceilinged spaces. However, it's essential to consider the initial investment, suitability for your space, and potential for occupant discomfort before making...
Warm Air Heating for Commercial Premises
Whether warm air heating is the right choice for your commercial premises depends on several factors, including the size and layout of the building, your budget, energy efficiency goals, and occupant comfort needs. Carefully consider the pros and cons and compare them...
Hospital Heating
Considerations for heating hospitals The design of hospitals and the equipment used in them is driven by guidance from NHS Estates. In a report commissioned by NHS Estates, the Centre for Healthcare Architecture and Design (CHAD) provides the following guidance: The...
Heating Load Calculations
Heating Load Calculations Knowing the 'heating load', the quantity of heat per unit time that must be supplied to maintain the optimum temperature within a building or portion of a building at a given level, is an invaluable calculation when estimating the kind of...
Church Heating, School Heating and Other Community Buildings
Addressing difficult heating issues Some buildings present us with difficult heating issues, though correct evaluation of its structure and its needs can generate huge savings over time. Of course, the original use and age of a building will dictate how energy...
Energy Management
Energy management in the 21st Century needs to be integrated, proactive and should incorporate energy procurement, energy efficiency and renewable energy considerations. Businesses spend a great deal of time and resources on creating well managed structured policies...
Swimming Pool Heating
Good pool heating decisions will help to maximise the liklihood of installing a energy efficient system, one that will save you money over time and give value for money on your investment. Boilers are the most common and effective method of heating a swimming pool....
Heating a Swimming Pool
Swimming pool heating can be very expensive, but much can be done to reduce running costs. Gas powered heating is more economical than any other means of heating and is best installed if you live in a gas supplied area. Electricity and oil fired heating have swapped...
Heating Installation Legal Requirements
No employer shall allow any of his employees to carry out any work in relation to a gas fitting or service pipework and no self-employed person shall carry out any such work, unless the employer or self-employed person, as the case may be, is a member...