ACR Journal

NEWS 08 Volume 7 No4 PASTORFRIGOR EARNS A RATING ON NEW ECODESIGN LABEL Essex-based Pastorfrigor GB is celebrating an 'exceptional' new ecodesign energy label A rating for its latest Genova Overview range of integral plug-in refrigeration solutions. A new version of the EU energy label came into eect on March 1 and is now applicable to refrigeration and freezers in all supermarkets and convenience stores. The UK has continued with the new energy label changes, and has committed to matching and even exceeding the EU’s ecodesign standards in order cut energy bills and carbon footprint. With more products achieving ratings as A+, A++ or A+++ according to the past scale, the recent change sees a return to a simpler A-G scale designed to strengthen manufacturers' sustainability credentials by feeding in more ambitious designs into future energy-related products. Simon Robinson, managing director at Pastorfrigor GB, said: “This is massive for Pastorfrigor to be the first to an A rating when a B would have been considered exceptional. The new regulations emphasised that an A-rated cabinet was not to be expected in 2021 and the best in class would be a C rating. To receive an ecodesign A rating is exceptional. “The dierence in energy consumption between A and C can be as much as three times the energy used. This fact highlights the scope there is for improvement in our market and how far ahead of the game we are with our new Genova OV.’’ The full Genova OV range is available using the natural refrigerant R290 and has a maximum charge per system of just 150g, making it a very green solution. GD cabinets are the lowest energy in class delivering an additional 25% energy saving over the older Genova model, while its BT Frozen food cabinets are also available on R455a, which is a new blend with a very low GWP at just 150. The system is said to allow significant reductions in consumption and noise, layout flexibility with the widest modularity, immediate installation, wide product range and tailor- made solutions. https://www.pastorfrigorgb.com/ Genova Overview from Pastorfrigor June | July 2021 NUAIRE AIMS FOR ‘SAFE HAVEN’ Ventilation manufacturer Nuaire has launched its Haven terminals, designed to reduce or prevent the risk of spreading airborne pathogens and other pollutants in shared spaces. Current Public Health England guidance states that: “The transmission of COVID-19 is thought to occur mainly through respiratory droplets generated by coughing and sneezing and through contact with contaminated surfaces. The predominant modes of transmission are assumed to be droplet and contact.” The patent applied for Haven has an extract capability whereby dirty or contaminated air can be removed from the indoor space and discharged to the building exterior, ensuring a consistent and optimally ventilated environment within individual workspaces. Air filtration of all known grades including Carbon Absorption, Coarse Particulate to HEPA, and more can be incorporated to oer additional peace of mind to the building owners and its occupants. Managing director Wayne Glover said: “The launch of Haven comes at just the right time for employers and their teams, with health being at the top of everyone’s agenda in the current climate. We believe that this unit addresses the shortfalls of common air ventilation practices and instead oers a straightforward method of ensuring that each occupant receives the correct amount of supply and extract ventilation for their general health, comfort, and wellbeing. Not only can this prove reassuring to employers and team members, but it can help to reduce workplace illnesses also.” https://www.nuaire.co.uk/ Nuaire’s Haven terminal New guidance on HVAC sensor selection The Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) has released a new Technical Guide on the selection of HVAC sensors used in Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS). Sensors measure the controlled variable (temperature, humidity, pressure etc.) and transmit it as a measured value to the controller. It is crucial that the sensor should provide an accurate measurement of the controlled variable at the reference point in the control loop. Failure to meet the desired conditions satisfactorily can lead to poor control, energy wastage and occupant complaints. The Good Practice Guide – Control Sensor Selection and Installation can be downloaded from the Resources section of the BCIA website. https://bcia.co.uk/resources/