A close look at how incorporating disinfection strategies and giving specialised attention to coils, ducts, filters, heat recovery wheels and other building essentials can positively contribute to the fight against the spread of COVID-19. Insights from the plenary discussion held during the Disinfection 360 webinar, organised by CPI Industry...
Posted: September 30, 2020
Is there scope for improving the energy efficiency of pumps through better design or operation approaches? How have changing occupancy profiles in a COVID-19-ravaged world affected building operations? And how can intelligent systems help? Insights from a plenary discussion during “Heart of the Matter: A Webinar on pumping systems”, presented as part of CPI Industry’s HVACR Virtual Conference series, on August 10…
Posted: September 30, 2020
That’s how panelists speaking during CPI Industry’s webinar, ‘Smart HVAC Systems’, characterised the need of the hour, in response to the current situation of lack of adequate skilled personnel, inflexible designs as well as inadequate handover and commissioning, which together have led to under-utilised smart systems in underperforming buildings, in the context of wider sustainability goals. Hannah Jo Uy has the report…
Posted: August 17, 2020
Participants in the Plenary Discussion of the third edition of CPI Industry IAQ Webinar series, titled ‘The Air We Breathe’, spoke of gaps in the design, construction and handover phases of buildings and what they mean in view of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has trained the spotlight on the importance of placing greater focus on occupant health in buildings. Hannah Jo Uy presents key highlights from the discussion...
Posted: August 17, 2020
The fourth edition of CPI Industry’s DC Dialogue trained the spotlight on the growing consolidation and commercial considerations shaping the market as well as the implications COVID-19 has had for the district cooling sector. Hannah Jo Uy shares key insights from a plenary discussion during the virtual conference...
Posted: July 29, 2020
Dr Stephanie Taylor, MD, M. Arch, Infection Control Consultant, Harvard Medical School; ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer; and Member, ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force, elaborates on how RH 40%- 60% is essential for reducing infection and on the need to put human health at the core of design intent of buildings...
Posted: July 29, 2020
Shifting market conditions, changing consumer demands, and evolving energy efficiency and IEQ standards have urged developers to seek hidden opportunities within their existing property portfolio. What can be done to ensure repurposed buildings and spaces reflect best design and installation practices? Hannah Jo Uy has the story...
Posted: February 20, 2020
The Regal Innovation Summit, held on November 28 in Dubai, focused on innovative motor and blower technologies, and was a forum for discussion of challenges faced by OEMs, distributors, consultants and end-users in the HVACR industry. Hannah Jo Uy of Climate Control Middle East presents an overview of the company’s observations, technical presentations and overarching strategy…
Posted: January 21, 2020
In a collaborative spirit, Denmark draws diverse gathering of building industry stakeholders in the UAE for the sharing of strategies and solutions relating to District Cooling, building retrofits and Green Buildings
Posted: December 24, 2019
The second edition of the HVAC R Expo, held from November 25 to 28 and co-located with The Big 5 Dubai, drew manufacturers to showcase their latest technologies to visitors. The Expo also served as a platform for the launch of the HVAC R Pioneers’ Summit, which featured panel discussions and presentations, providing attendees with an overview of trends impacting the global and regional market, including the industry’s role in the smart buildings of the future. Hannah Jo Uy of Climate Control Middle East presents key takeaways from the Summit…
Posted: December 24, 2019