What is ventilation? Ventilation removes stale air from a building and replaces it with fresh air from outside. It is important to provide good ventilation so that staff are working in a comfortable environment. Ventilation can be provided through mechanical or natural means. In some buildings such as small offices, opened windows could provide enough […]
What is indoor air quality? Indoor air quality (IAQ) is affected by a combination of factors leading to potential harm to health and wellbeing. In this article we answer some of your most commonly asked questions on the topic. Does poor indoor air quality cause sick building syndrome? The exact cause of sick building syndrome […]
How often should air conditioning filters be changed? The frequency you need to change your filters really depends on the application of your air conditioning unit. Offices and comfort cooling If your air conditioning serves an office space for comfort cooling your filters are likely to be washable and will only need changing if they […]
What is legionnaires’ disease? Legionnaires’ disease is a respiratory disease which is contracted by inhaling legionella bacteria which can be found in water. Can I get it from drinking water? No, you can only get legionnaires’ disease by inhaling droplets of spray from evaporated water. When am I at risk from inhaling droplets of spray? […]
What impact does my air conditioning system have on the environment? Air conditioning affects the environment in two ways; 1) Consumption of power 2) Refrigerant leakage – The fluid contained within air conditioning, called refrigerant, facilitates heat transfer. Refrigerants are man-made and made up of different compounds. All refrigerants have an effect on the environment […]
The nights have drawn in, the mornings are darker, and the annual flu season is upon us. This year, we are faced with the double threat of flu and Covid-19 in the workplace. This article aims to illustrate some of the industry best practices when it comes to using and managing your ventilation and comfort […]
R404A is the most commonly used high GWP refrigerant gas. It’s mainly used for chilled and frozen food refrigeration but is also widely seen in the commercial sector for industrial refrigeration and cold storage. However R404A is now subject to a phase down. With EMS as your HVAC contractor, we will guide you through all […]
When it comes to maintenance contracts, there isn’t a one size fits all solution. This is especially true of cover for your heating and cooling equipment. When looking at the renewal of your maintenance contract make sure you have a think about the needs of your business and whether your current contract takes these into […]
Deciding whether to repair or replace your air conditioning or process cooling equipment is no easy matter. Here we discuss some of the factors that might want to consider when making the decision. If you would prefer please don’t hesitate to get in contact with our team who will be able to discuss your options […]
