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Utilisation of thermal mass in non-residential buildings. Guidance on system design, floor types, surface finish and integration of services
Publication Year
2006
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Advises on design issues including system options, surface finish, integrating services, lighting, acoustics and system control. This is supported by case studies offering practical examples and feedback on how specific design issues have been addressed and the lessons that can be learned. Intended to assist designers, architects and engineers considering a high thermal mass approach to cooling. Presents general information on fabric energy storage performance and the implications of the various slab options.
Document History
Produced in conjunction with BSRIA and BCA.
Author
De Saulles, T.
ISBN
1904482309
Publisher Information
The Concrete Centre
The Concrete Centre is the central development organisation for the UK concrete sector and provides material, design and construction guidance. Their aim is to enable all those involved in the design, use and performance of concrete to realise the potential of the material. Funded by 15 major cement and concrete organisations, the Concrete Centre works alongside the British Cement Association, The Concrete Society, and the ready mix and precast concrete industries to ensure an integrated approach from the concrete sector to technical support, research, education, training and information services. The Reinforced Concrete Council and the Ready Mixed Concrete Bureau are now part of The Concrete Centre.
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