The internet of things, energy efficiency and post-Covid building use were key themes at the Lift & Escalator Technologies Symposium, which returned as an in-person event. Richard Peters FCIBSE reports
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Build2Perform Live programme unveiled
For 2022, CIBSE’s Build2Perform Live conference and exhibition has moved to ExCeL London and will be the biggest event of the year for the building services industry. Alex Smith scans the programme and picks out some of the highlights
Winning together: Young Engineers Awards 2022
Inspiring engineers to collaborate on high-performing buildings was the theme at this year’s Young Engineers Awards. Alex Smith reports
21 gun salute: Young Engineers Awards shortlists
The 2022 CIBSE Young Engineers Awards will recognise a graduate and two apprentices for their skills and passion as building services engineers. For the first time, the awards will be held at RIBA headquarters, on what will be a memorable night for all 21 shortlisted engineers
Picking up the thread: preparing for the new Building Safety regime
With the arrival of the new Building Safety Act, CIBSE has launched a series of events to inform professionals of the impending changes. Molly Tooher-Rudd reports
New committee heralds more inclusive CIBSE
The CIBSE Inclusivity Committee aims to create opportunities for all members
Raising the bar: interview with Cundall managing partner Carole O’Neil
A focus on developing and retaining diverse talent will enable Cundall to grow its business despite the economic challenges, says new managing partner Carole O’Neil. Alex Smith and Molly Tooher-Rudd speak to the company’s first female boss
Gateway to safety: designing for the new building safety regime
As the Building Safety Act comes into law, the industry is facing the biggest reform of building control ever seen. With the HSE raising concerns about 50% of designs at the first planning gateway of the new safety regime, it’s clearly essential to get to grips with the changes now. Phil Lattimore reports
Special chemistry: why FairHeat targets chemistry graduates
Recruiting engineers with chemistry degrees is giving FairHeat the expertise to fully optimise heat network performance. Amanda Birch speaks to four FairHeat engineers who took a non-traditional route into the building services industry
Cost model: build-to-rent housing
With the demand for build-to-rent accommodation accelerating, Aecom’s Garry Burdett outlines a cost model for a typical project