... faulty electrical systems. In addition, a very few respondents reported either blockeddrains,... more ... faulty electrical systems. In addition, a very few respondents reported either blockeddrains, wobbly or uneven floors, and/or damp patches on walls. Other faults were also reported by different respondents. These faults, however ...
Design/methodology/approach An intensive research programme tested many of the foremost claddin... more Design/methodology/approach An intensive research programme tested many of the foremost cladding systems used in the UK. Over 500 individual tests have produced reliable data on the performance of different joint types. This paper summarises that data and identifies key ...
Most industrial buildings rely almost entirely on air-conditioning systems to provide thermal com... more Most industrial buildings rely almost entirely on air-conditioning systems to provide thermal comfort to staff and customers who use the premises. As an alternative to this active approach, passive strategy is recommended to either fulfil this task or to help reduce energy consumption of air-conditioning systems already installed. Applying solar reflective coatings on external surfaces of the building, a key
ABSTRACT There are growing concerns that the move to lightweight building construction in housing... more ABSTRACT There are growing concerns that the move to lightweight building construction in housing will lead to higher internal temperatures during the summer, particularly in the warmer future, due to lack of thermal mass. A dynamic thermal simulation study using Tas EDSL undertaken by Oxford Brookes University compared the thermal performance of current light, medium and heavy construction techniques for a typical UK three bedroom house. It found little difference in overheating performance for the three constructions in 1990s and 2050s (projected) weather scenarios. It is concluded that current practice in house building concedes little advantage to ‘traditional’ over modern construction techniques. Thermal mass can reduce overheating, primarily in the daytime, but it must be properly exploited by good design (good night ventilation, correct materials in the correct places). It is suggested that it is possible to optimise lightweight housing to provide similar thermal comfort levels during occupied hours using ventilation and shading.
ABSTRACT Thin-joint glued brickwork is used increasingly in mainland Europe but the uptake of the... more ABSTRACT Thin-joint glued brickwork is used increasingly in mainland Europe but the uptake of the technology is inhibited in the UK because of a lack of design guidance. This paper, based on an international research project, provides some essential technical and practical information about thin-joint glued brickwork.The characteristics and advantages of thin-joint glued brickwork are described, latest research and working practices, particularly in The Netherlands and Belgium are reviewed and regulations, including Eurocode 6 are discussed.In relation to site practice, specific training and an adjustment of work practices are required due to differences in comparison to traditional brick construction techniques. A section on detailing and architectural aspects deals with appearance, dimensioning, pointing, expansion joints and other constructional considerations. The suitability of thin-joint techniques for brickwork prefabrication is examined, and lifting and transportation tests on brick panels demonstrated the potential of using prefabrication for production.
... faulty electrical systems. In addition, a very few respondents reported either blockeddrains,... more ... faulty electrical systems. In addition, a very few respondents reported either blockeddrains, wobbly or uneven floors, and/or damp patches on walls. Other faults were also reported by different respondents. These faults, however ...
Design/methodology/approach An intensive research programme tested many of the foremost claddin... more Design/methodology/approach An intensive research programme tested many of the foremost cladding systems used in the UK. Over 500 individual tests have produced reliable data on the performance of different joint types. This paper summarises that data and identifies key ...
Most industrial buildings rely almost entirely on air-conditioning systems to provide thermal com... more Most industrial buildings rely almost entirely on air-conditioning systems to provide thermal comfort to staff and customers who use the premises. As an alternative to this active approach, passive strategy is recommended to either fulfil this task or to help reduce energy consumption of air-conditioning systems already installed. Applying solar reflective coatings on external surfaces of the building, a key
ABSTRACT There are growing concerns that the move to lightweight building construction in housing... more ABSTRACT There are growing concerns that the move to lightweight building construction in housing will lead to higher internal temperatures during the summer, particularly in the warmer future, due to lack of thermal mass. A dynamic thermal simulation study using Tas EDSL undertaken by Oxford Brookes University compared the thermal performance of current light, medium and heavy construction techniques for a typical UK three bedroom house. It found little difference in overheating performance for the three constructions in 1990s and 2050s (projected) weather scenarios. It is concluded that current practice in house building concedes little advantage to ‘traditional’ over modern construction techniques. Thermal mass can reduce overheating, primarily in the daytime, but it must be properly exploited by good design (good night ventilation, correct materials in the correct places). It is suggested that it is possible to optimise lightweight housing to provide similar thermal comfort levels during occupied hours using ventilation and shading.
ABSTRACT Thin-joint glued brickwork is used increasingly in mainland Europe but the uptake of the... more ABSTRACT Thin-joint glued brickwork is used increasingly in mainland Europe but the uptake of the technology is inhibited in the UK because of a lack of design guidance. This paper, based on an international research project, provides some essential technical and practical information about thin-joint glued brickwork.The characteristics and advantages of thin-joint glued brickwork are described, latest research and working practices, particularly in The Netherlands and Belgium are reviewed and regulations, including Eurocode 6 are discussed.In relation to site practice, specific training and an adjustment of work practices are required due to differences in comparison to traditional brick construction techniques. A section on detailing and architectural aspects deals with appearance, dimensioning, pointing, expansion joints and other constructional considerations. The suitability of thin-joint techniques for brickwork prefabrication is examined, and lifting and transportation tests on brick panels demonstrated the potential of using prefabrication for production.
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