Leo Schuler, the Founder and CEO of Switzerland-based Pro Ace (Progressive Air Consulting and Engineering), in conversation with Fatima de la Cerna of Climate Control Middle East on adopting a holistic approach in building design for better IAQ
Posted: July 8, 2015
Amr Metwally, Head of Architecture Division PMC at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), shares with Fatima de la Cerna of Climate Control Middle East his insights on Qatar’s healthcare industry as well as details of the communicable disease hospital, currently under construction in the Gulf country
Posted: July 8, 2015
Intelligent building control systems are capable of meeting the objectives of a well-designed thermal comfort model and, broadly speaking, of addressing every air quality issue that is plaguing schools, says Moheet Vishwas.
Posted: May 10, 2015
In a conversation with Fatima de la Cerna of Climate Control Middle East, Tomás Higuero, the CEO of Madrid-based Aire Limpio, shares his observations on the health of school environments
Posted: May 10, 2015
In the light of a growing concern over Indoor Environmental Quality and energy effi ciency, air moving equipment manufacturers are ramping up technologies to meet the demands of an increasingly discerning market. Jerome Sanchez has the report.
Posted: June 18, 2013
The acoustic environment of a workplace is considered to be a primary driver for occupant productivity and comfort. Jerome Sanchez speaks to Andrew Jackson, Group Marketing Director at SAS International, to get an insight into the issue and the strategies his company has adopted in the region.
Posted: May 16, 2013
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) has rightfully come to the forefront in HVAC system design, maintenance and operation. In this context, UVGI for HVAC systems has become a critical component for commercial buildings in the region. Mike Walrath, arguing that HVAC UV lamps are more effective when properly sized and configured, gives useful pointers.
Posted: May 16, 2013
Backed by studies that clearly correlate the effect of indoor air with human health, Mats Sandor, demonstrates why proper ventilation is essential for our wellbeing and how it can be made energy-efficient.
Posted: May 16, 2013
There appears to be a preconceived notion that the greater the surface area covered, the more efficient the filter performance, which leads to the introduction of extra pockets. Dr Iyad Al-Attar systematically dispels this notion and emphasises the need for a filtration strategy for achieving better Indoor Air Quality (IAQ).
Posted: March 10, 2013
Lack of adequate and efficient ventilation systems with the right airflow rate is a health hazard. Good IAQ is an essential requirement of modern living, says Gaetan Pierrefeu.
Posted: February 20, 2011