Revving up the built environment’s engine room
HVAC&R specialists have key role to play if Australia is to meet emissions targets and keep...
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Category: Industry eye
The key to net zero?
A new ASBEC report confirms electrification “unlocks the pathway” to net zero buildings. Sections...
Read MorePlanning for performance
Reducing emissions and cutting costs is the impetus for a new government initiative. The Australian federal government has commenced work to develop a National Energy Performance Strategy. “For too long, Australia’s efforts at...
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Peak Performance
A Danish power plant that converts trash to energy just happens to also be a year-round ski...
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Unprecedented precipitation, insufficient adaptation
As parts of the world experienced record downpours, the Arctic ice continued its seemingly...
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The convention
Boasting 300 exhibitors and 9,000 visitors over three days in May, ARBS 2024 will be the gathering place for the Australian HVAC&R community.
Health Check
In order to raise the standard of operational hospital buildings, a holistic approach must be taken, writes Cundall’s Amin Azarmi. When standards change there are two typical ways to respond. First, scramble to do the minimum required to comply. Or second, take the...
Open for Business
Building automation control products that can only be serviced by one contractor can present significant risk. Open protocols make much more sense, writes Jason Duncan.I am very fortunate to meet and work with contractors, building owners and managers from all around...
Computational fluid dynamics modelling of ventilation in road tunnels: enhancing air quality and safety
Ventilation units within vehicle tunnels play a pivotal role in ensuring safety and optimal air quality for
occupants. These units are used to assist with propelling air from one end to the opposite end of the tunnel.
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) has emerged as an invaluable design tool for engineers and stakeholders,
offering simulated insights and data to optimise safety and efficiency in tunnel projects. This paper
emphasises the advantages of CFD for road tunnel ventilation design, showcases a case study involving
impulse fans, and highlights the positive effects on project costs and overall tunnel ventilation performance.
Vine intervention
It’s like a jungle sometimes, but is the grass always greener for buildings that boast green walls and roofs? Laura Timberlake explores.
Matters of the heart
The adoption of a prefabrication strategy in the design and construction of mechanical services systems at the new Victorian Heart Hospital in Clayton solved numerous challenges associated with the build and project timelines. As Sean McGowan reports, the approach is a precursor to future healthcare projects.
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