Heat pump energy efficient heating is as easy as EPC
A new app helps push true value of heat pumps For all properties being built, sold or let, you now need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) which provides details on …
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Heating a houseboat: New and quirky ‘Grand Designs-like’ project demonstrates the potential of the Ecodan.
A new residential project in Brentford has shone a light on the exceptional benefits and capabilities of Mitsubishi Electric’s Ultra Quiet Ecodan. The residents of a houseboat located in Victoria …
Support when you need it most
What back up should you expect from a heat pump manufacturer? As a nation, we spend a staggering £13.5 billion a year on heating our homes and this is only …
Change is now here for domestic heating
By Max Halliwell, Communications Manager for Mitsubishi Electric’s Heating & Ventilation Systems With changes to the building regulations, heat pumps become a more automatic choice for housing developers We’ve just …
Mitsubishi Electric completes its R32 line-up of M Series Wall Mounted air conditioning units
Mitsubishi Electric has completed its line-up of R32 M Series wall mounted air conditioning systems, with the launch of the new MSZ-EF R32 Zen system. Combining energy efficiency with a …
What does sustainability mean in architecture?
From Hybrid air conditioning to the emergence of ‘plyscrapers’, Ellina Webb looks into sustainability in architecture and the built environment. Sustainable, sustainably and sustainability are three buzzwords that I’ve heard …
Fondaco dei Tedeschi: restoration of a historic building in Venice
Climaveneta units to improve energy efficiency and internal comfort of the luxury shopping centre The building: history and restoration The Fondaco dei Tedeschi is a historic building in Venice, northern …
Building for a sustainable future
Kirsty Hammond, editor of Specifier Review looks at how far we have come towards sustainable construction. It’s a well-known fact that we are in the midst of a housing crisis. …
Limiting sun exposure for installers and construction workers
by Ellina Webb ~ Senior Marketing Executive at Mitsubishi Electric With researchers estimating that 2% of deadly skin cancer cases in Britain affect people working outdoors, Ellina Webb revisits a previous Hub …
R32 Hybrid VRF enjoys success with recent award win
Mitsubishi Electric’s commitment to reducing the impact of air conditioning on the environment has been recognised at the recent edie sustainability awards. The company’s R32 Hybrid VRF won the edie …
Living with buildings: Mobile and modular construction
Ellina Webb visits the “Living with Buildings” exhibition at the Wellcome Collection and discusses the innovative building techniques used in The Global Clinic commission. Health, wellbeing and unique construction techniques …
R32 is now mainstream but are you ready?
Air conditioning trainer Ben Bartle-Ross looks at what installers need to know about R32 As a trainer, I see lots of installers both young and old and I’m still getting …
R32 refrigerant – why the change and why now?
Carl Dickinson looks at the background to the use of a new refrigerant in air conditioning units. If you work with air conditioning in any way, whether as a consultant, …
Mitsubishi Electric expands chiller range with two new inverter driven units
Mitsubishi Electric has expanded its chiller offering with two new additions to its Climaveneta portfolio. The new i-NX air-cooled chiller range is offered in both standard and low noise options, …
Mitsubishi Electric launches R32 models across the entire Mr Slim range
Mitsubishi Electric has added R32 Standard Inverter and Inverter models to its Mr Slim air conditioning range to offer the market a complete solution using the low global warming potential …
Manchester community heating scheme meets environmental and budget targets with Ecodan
A brand new residential development in Manchester is meeting environmental planning requirements thanks to an Ecodan system providing community heating to 105 new homes. The Aaben, a modern development in …
Mitsubishi Electric launches cost effective R32 models
Mitsubishi Electric has unveiled a new line of R32 products designed to meet the need for cost effective air conditioning using low GWP refrigerant. The new R32 M Series MSZ-HR Wall …
New M Series range from Mitsubishi Electric targets IT cooling market
Mitsubishi Electric has launched a brand new range of M Series R32 air conditioning solutions, designed specifically for the UK IT Cooling market. The high sensible cooling systems are ideal …
Up to 1,080kW of chiller now available for next day delivery
Mitsubishi Electric has added new 150kW and 180kW modules to its existing advanced range of high efficiency, inverter-driven, e-series modular chillers to expand the ‘off-the-shelf’ offering to the UK market. …
3 sustainable workspaces in London
by Ellina Webb ~ Senior Marketing Executive After visiting the new Mitsubishi Electric office space in London Bridge, Ellina Webb looks at the sustainable construction options that are ideal for flexible …
Jaguar Land Rover selects e-Series Chillers for its energy efficient cooling system
A new Mitsubishi Electric e-series chiller system has been chosen for Jaguar Land Rover’s principal design facility in Worcestershire. The new system was brought in as part of a major refurbishment with …
Down in the dumps with recycling
After a trip to the tip, Ellina Webb ponders over the trivial topic of recycling to uncover if 70% of waste really can be recycled or reused in some way. …
Mitsubishi Electric showcases newest European factory and production techniques at its ME VIP Partner Conference
Mitsubishi Electric recently hosted over fifty members of its Partner Programme at its ME VIP conference in Turkey. The guests were given an exclusive tour of Mitsubishi Electric’s latest European …
Controlling comfort in an open plan office
Whilst there’s no such thing as a typical building, are there standard control strategies that can be adopted for open plan offices? Controls expert Scott McGavin investigates. I’ve had conversations …
The Top 5 things about R32
So, what are the top 5 things you need to know about R32? There’s been a lot of talk about R32 in the air conditioning world over the past few …
Act Now idiots say Greenpeace on climate change
by Russell Jones ~ Communications Manager at Mitsubishi Electric With the launch of a new IPCC Report into the urgency behind tackling climate change, Russell Jones looks behind the headline-grabbing use …
Top 10 #FAQ about air source heat pumps
The future of heating in the UK is renewable but many have still not heard of a heat pump so product specialist, Max Halliwell, looks at the top 10 most …
Clarity begins at #HomeGreenHome
With the launch of World Green Building Week, Martin Fahey looks at why the focus this year is on you and your home. This week sees the start of this …
It’s official – heat pumps are taking over
Marketing manager for renewable heating, Sharon Oliver heralds 2018 as the year that marks the start of the transition from gas to heat pump heating for Europe’s homes. It’s official, …
Restaurant gets a timely and efficient upgrade with heat recovery air conditioning
When KFC was looking to transform a Burger King outlet in Banbury, they needed an installer that could match the tight installation timeframe and an air conditioning system that could …
Keeping the noise down in town, city and beyond
Jordan Jeewood discusses how quiet HVAC plant can help create a more fulfilling urban environment. The lure of the bright lights of the big city may have waned in recent …
Why should anyone have to choose between heating and eating?
by Max Halliwell ~ Product Manager at Mitsubishi Electric With energy prices rising for the second time this year, Max Halliwell explores the impact this is likely to have on fuel …
Keeping cool – a more sustainable approach to air conditioning
by Martin Fahey ~ Head of Sustainability As the weather blows hot and cold, Martin Fahey explores how important it is to control energy use in buildings. As the UK experiences …
An R32 checklist
by Ben Bartle-Ross ~ Technical Trainer at Mitsubishi Electric Trainer Ben Bartle-Ross takes a moment to review the key things you need to understand about R32 The industry is abuzz with news …
Ecodan QUHZ heat pumps provides cheaper heating bills for residents at Bowling Court
Mistubishi Electric’s system provides controllable, cost effective heating and hot water Mitsubishi Electric’s Ecodan QUHZ air source heat pumps have been installed at the Bowling Court apartment building in Chesham, …
New Wizard Air Handling Unit from Mitsubishi Electric balances energy efficiency with improved indoor air quality
Mitsubishi Electric has announced the launch of its new Air Handling Unit (AHU) range, the Wizard. Designed for the UK market, the new AHU range is perfect for those looking …
Mitsubishi Electric creates social communities to share insights on the new Ultra Quiet Ecodan
With the government forecasting that heat pumps will overtake gas heating over the next decade and to coincide with the launch of Mitsubishi’s Ultra Quiet Ecodan air source heat pump, …
Just how bad for the planet is air conditioning?
With negative press about air conditioning, Martin Fahey explores the issues behind the headlines. You may have noticed recent headlines in the Press such as “Air conditioning to tackle summer …
Time for R32 to be at the heart of your project
Why R32? The 2014 F–Gas Regulations will bring about significant changes to the air conditioning industry, affecting end users, facilities managers, specifiers and installers alike. This landmark ruling has one …
e-Series to the rescue for Contour Homes
When Contour Homes was looking for a new chiller due to ongoing problems with its old one, Preston based GOS Mechanical & Electrical Ltd recommended the installation of three Mitsubishi …