Ventilation merger could increase construction prices, says regulator

A merger last year between two duct suppliers could increase the cost of commercial projects, the UK competition regulator has concluded. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) launched an investigation in November into Lindab’s acquisition of Birmingham-based HAS-Vent, over fears the move might limit competition… The post Ventilation merger could increase construction prices, says regulator appeared first on Construction News.

Ventilation deal could hike product prices for contractors

Watchdogs at CMA launch probe after duct firm acquires rival

KPF designs NYC’s first all-electric academic research lab building at Columbia University

The building will exceed New York City’s Local Law 97 greenhouse gas emissions rules, despite increased ventilation requirements, the architecture firm says.

Transform light and space with bespoke rooflights

70% of RIBA House of the Year 2023 shortlisted projects featured rooflights. It’s no surprise given they allow architects to unlock design potential, play with light, increase ventilation and access unused space. Here Jon Shooter, Managing Director at Glazing Vision looks at recent projects to see how architects have used rooflights to meet specification challenges. Flooding […] The post Transform light and space with bespoke rooflights appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

Glass ventilation enhances Texas office and garage eco-efficiency

Austin’s Alpha Building unveils a glass facade and ventilation system, establishing a new standard for sustainability in commercial architecture. The post Glass ventilation enhances Texas office and garage eco-efficiency appeared first on Construction Specifier.

Into the Ordinary - Refrigeration Explained - How Do Refrigerators Work? 13072017

An animated video providing a simple explanation of how a refrigerator works

Element 18 - Big Bigger Biggest - The High Life, Tale of Four Towers 31122021

The Canton Tower is the 2nd tallest tower on Earth. Its construction would not have been possible without key inventions found in a series of previous landmark towers that made engineering breakthroughs – The Washington Monument, the Eiffel Tower, and Canada’s CN Tower

BBC World Service - The house designed to stop mosquitoes biting you, 19052022

In Tanzania, architects have created a house they hope will reduce cases of malaria. The striking modern design aims to reduce the number of mosquitoes that get inside.

RIBA East - Building Regulations update 2022, 15062022

Changes to the Building Regulations 2022 come into force in June 2022. Find out how these changes will affect you and your business with this webinar hosted by the Royal Institute of British Architect's East region

CABE - The Importance of Metal Air Bricks, 13012021

This Webinar by Allan Hurdle of the Smoke Control Association looks at the importance of metal air bricks over plastic for buildings and covers the following: - An insight into the use of a Metal Air Brick Supply and Exhaust - Why a metal Air Brick was required for smoke control to Class A2 S1 do - Identify why building ADB should change - Show the various test standards that a firebrick has to achieve - Practical layouts for a Consultant & Installer to consider when fitting an Air Brick