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HVAC-R insulation helps beat winter challenges

Tom Merton of Armacell explores how healthcare facilities can save energy through the installation of energy-efficient HVAC thermal insulation

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Backing the future of healthcare: Darwin Group returns as headline sponsor

Darwin Group confirms third year as headline sponsor of the Building Better Healthcare Awards
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High-quality air for health and healing

Exploring the importance of good air quality and how it should be a key consideration in the design of healthcare facilities in a post-COVID era

MAT delivers a new CL3 laboratory for University Hospital Crosshouse

The upgraded laboratory increases the hospital’s Containment Level 3 capacity, allowing it to work with a wider range of pathogens, including coronaviruses

Validair Diamond Scientific supports Royal Marsden Hospital with validation of new cleanroom suites

The company delivered a comprehensive package of support to make the regional QA Audit a success that resulted in operational approval being granted

Special report: Ventilating hospitals 'key' to fight against COVID-19

We look at the latest evidence which shows how ventilation can have a positive impact on the control of pathogens in healthcare environments

When hospital buildings aren’t healthy

Andrew Cooper, managing director of Smartlouvre Technology, reveals how the very-latest in solar shading solutions could help hospitals create the best environments for recovery

Scientists call for review of link between humidity and respiratory health in wake of COVID-19

Global petition calls on World Health Organization to set clear guidelines on minimum air humidity levels in public buildings

NHS hospitals 'waste thousands' ditching luxury fans

Hospitals throwing out costly Dyson bladeless fans over infection fears

Do users benefit from HEPA air filters on hand dryers?

Neil Butler of Mitsubishi Electric discusses whether hospital washrooms can benefit from high-performance HEPA technology

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Why temperature control and air quality are vital for the healthcare sector

Guilia Kapp of Daikin explains why air quality is so important within hospitals, improving the environment and protecting those vulnerable to disease

Artic appointed HVAC supplier to Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS

Three-year contract covers all planned preventative maintenance at two hospital sites

NHS Lothian to save £644,000 on energy bills every year

Upgrade and improvements to energy centre at St John’s Hospital bring guaranteed savings for NHS trust

Case study: Steam systems all go at cancer research facility

Spirax Sarco works with The Beatson Institute for Cancer Research to enhance steam system performance

Keeping cool in a crisis

Many critical healthcare applications rely on precise temperature control, so having a contingency plan in place for chillers and boilers is essential in case disaster strikes. Russ Baker, UK director of hire at ICS Cool Energy, explains

IHEEM champions steam systems training

Industry body throws its weight behind Spirax Sarco specialist courses

Working with hospitals to maintain critical air systems

From consultation to aftersales service, Medical Air Technology (MAT) describes its complete solution for critical air systems, for hospitals across the UK

Medical Air Technology delivers total turnkey project

After the success of an earlier project at the George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust in Nuneaton, Medical Air Technology (MAT) has completed another major theatre refurbishment and upgrade on the site, further improving flexibility and patient flow

MAT partners with Tolent Construction for Ramsey Health Care's new Tees Valley Hospital

Medical Air Technology (MAT) recently completed work at the new Tees Valley Hospital, a brand new £23m hospital designed to be a bespoke, patient-centred environment for care and treatment

More hospitals across the UK choose MAT's unique lay up cabinet

The popularity of the lay-up cabinet from Medical Air Technology (MAT) continues to grow, with Spire South Bank Hospital in Worcester, Golden Jubilee National Hospital in Glasgow and Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital all taking delivery of cabinets in recent months

How can a specialist contractor take your project to the next level?

Here Medical Air Technology (MAT) tells Building Better Healthcare the advantages of using its services when installing a new ultraclean (UCV) operating theatre

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Secure I.T. Environments awarded air conditioning upgrade contract

Deal will support Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust’s data centre

Hospital trial shows reduction in airborne pathogens using ESP air purifiers

Hull hospital finds that Evergen Air electro-static air purifiers have a key role to play in the fight against COVID-19 and other infections

Answering the call to help in the battle against COVID-19

In the last 16 months, Apreco has answered the call to help in the battle against COVID19

MAT delivers £5.5m operating theatre upgrade at Wansbeck Hospital

Refurbishment project sees turnkey upgrade of six operating theatres, including new ventilation systems

Artic becomes diamond quality partner with Mitsubishi

Clients will benefit from installation and service support that is of the highest industry standard

Artic wins South London and Maudsley Hospital PPM contract

Artic have regained the Planned Preventative Maintenance Contract to the air conditioning and ventilation systems at South London and Maudsley Hospital (SLaM)

Interfurn introduces AIR-FLEX UCV Canopy Series

New range delivers low-noise, energy-efficient, ultra-clean ventilation for modern operating theatres

Air disinfection system offers dental practices protection against COVID-19

Novaerus reduces the amount of bioburden in the air, helping dentists return to work

Preparing operating theatres for a return to normal use

MAT FM has been awarded a major contract with a leading private healthcare provider to change the HEPA filters in 13 of its theatres while they are not in use during the...

MAT provides new UCV canopies at Torbay Hospital

MAT installed two new ECO-flow ultraclean ventilation canopies following concerns about the resilience of the existing air handling units

Making the invisible, visible

Airborne particle monitoring and control systems integration with ventilation canopies for improved infection control and higher patient and staff safety

Chiller replacement at London Hospital carried out on hottest day ever recorded in UK

CIAT UK replaces chillers at Central Middlesex Hospital without disruption to vital services