Posts by Rob Tuffin
Should I Repair Or Replace My Air Conditioning System?
My air conditioning system is getting old, does it need replacing? Like many good questions, the answer is not straightforward as it depends on several factors. How many hours has the system run? Is it running 24/7 or just in the summer when it gets extremely hot? Is it working extra hard cooling an area…
Read MoreHVAC Systems in Leisure Centres, Gyms and Health Clubs
Leisure environments can be challenging when it comes to climate control – installing and maintaining the correct HVAC systems will be key to ensuring that your customers experience is what it should be. Hot and steamy environments, coupled with small, enclosed spaces make ventilation and temperature control a challenge and increase the need for regular…
Read MoreHVAC Systems in Offices
What is the best way to heat or cool an office? Air Conditioning is regularly and commonly used in office environments as a method for cooling and heating the space. Air conditioning is a relatively efficient way of heating or cooling a large space and has the advantage of providing a comfortable atmosphere all…
Read MoreCan My Air Conditioning System Be Repaired?
There are a number of factors that will influence air conditioning repair, but in most cases, an air conditioning system can be repaired if it is not working satisfactorily. There are a number of things that you might notice in the lifetime of your air conditioning system including: A drop in cooling or heating performance…
Read MoreWhat is a TM44 Inspection?
A TM44 inspection is carried out by an accredited assessor covering the overall operating efficiency of your Air Conditioning and ventilation systems. This includes an appraisal as to whether the system is adequate for the space it covers, as well as a detailed analysis of the control of the system and how this is set…
Read MoreWhat Is F-Gas And What Are My Responsibilities In Relation To It?
The term ‘F-gas’ is an abbreviated term used to describe fluorinated gases that are used in a wide range of applications, including in air conditioning and refrigeration systems. There are various different types of f-gases, the most commonly used within HVAC equipment are hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). These different types of f-gas refrigerant gases are often referred…
Read MoreReplacement Air Conditioning Systems
While Air Conditioning is a long-term investment, there does come a time when you need to consider replacing your air conditioning system. This could be due to a number of reasons including your air conditioning system has become inefficient or has stopped working altogether, replacement parts are no longer available to carry out the needed…
Read MoreVentilation and COVID-19
Ventilation and the supply of fresh air is a topic that has always been crucially important and this has been highlighted and reinforced by the recent global pandemic. It is likely that a large proportion of people didn’t previously think about ventilation within a building, but we are now all much more aware of its…
Read MoreAir Conditioning Installation – What Does it Involve?
The installation of air conditioning systems is a specialist service, that should only be carried out by qualified installers. One of the main reasons for this is due to the system refrigerant, which needs very careful handling – refrigerant is stored under pressure and can be dangerous to work with, as well as being a…
Read MoreThe Different Types of Air Conditioning Systems
Are you confused by the various types of Air Conditioning systems out there? Maybe even within your own building you know there are different types but you just don’t quite understand what is what? In this short article, we go over some of the main types of Air Conditioning Systems, including their purpose and their intended…
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