NEWS | DIGEST Gilberts Blackpool reveals hybrid ventilation system Elta Fans launches prefabricated solutions Elta Fans has introduced a new prefabricated solutions service in response to the growing demand for offsite construction and prefabricated building systems. The service covers a wide array of fans and ancillaries, and aims to reduce installation costs, speed up construction projects, ensure compliance, and enhance on-site safety. It is expected to benefit specifiers and contractors involved in commercial building projects of all sizes. Fans, acoustic equipment, mounts, panels, flexible connections, and more are assembled offsite into compliant units, which are then crane-lifted into place, streamlining installation. Elta Fans guarantees the service will deliver high-quality units manufactured in controlled environments. With ISO 9001 quality management accreditation, the company assures reliable, durable, and timely products. The approach aligns with sustainable building trends, simplifying compliance while minimising disruptions. MFS-HR system claims a 75% heat recovery rate Gilberts Blackpool says its new hybrid ventilation MFS-HR system will achieve up to 75% heat recovery rate and substantial energy savings. The company said the performance translates to significant cost savings, particularly for institutions such as schools, where recovered heat is harnessed to maintain indoor air quality and comfort. Gilberts said the system aligns with BB101, DFE Output Specification, and TM52 comfort compliance, while adhering to BB93 noise guidelines, even for special educational needs. The MFS-HR operates by using natural air movement for cooling, backed by a low-energy fan to regulate temperature Some things are worth shouting and maintain indoor air quality. In colder conditions, it extracts heat from exhaust air and transfers it using an exchanger. Separate chambers for supply and return air avoids the risk of crosscontamination and ensures the incoming air is Covid-safe. With heating and cooling capacities of up to 4kw and 2kw, respectively, and airflow rates of up to 378l/s, the system remains efficient. An optional LPHW coil can provide heating, potentially eliminating the need for a separate heating system. The MFS-HR range has air leakage rates of 3m3 h-1m-2 @ 50 Pa, and a U value of less than 1Wm-2K-1. Gilberts claims the system will push projects towards better sustainability and energy reduction targets, contributing to low/zero carbon strategies and eco certifications like BREEAM. Scan me about.... Titons MVHR HRV Q Plus range just got bigger (the size hasnt though) Introducing the new HRV4 & HRV4.25 Q Plus Airflow up to 158 l/s (568 m3/h) at 100 Pa 600mm (w) x 602mm (h) x 477mm (d) Low Specific Fan Power; down to 0.38 W/l/s Left or Right Hand on site configuration Highly efficient heat exchanger; up to 91% Full MODBUS and WiFI connectivity TITON.COM/BIGLITTLEMVHR Titon CIBSE September 23 A5 H.indd 1 62 September 2023 www.cibsejournal.com 16/08/2023 16:15:48