British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has launched a new CIBSE-approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course, Introduction to Heat Recovery Ventilation.
Aimed at construction professionals, the course provides a practical overview of how heat recovery ventilation works, its benefits for commercial applications, and its growing importance in low-carbon building design.
The new course complements Vent-Axia’s existing CPD on Legislation for Commercial Ventilation, being part of the company’s efforts to support the industry with training aligned to regulatory and environmental goals, including the UK’s 2050 net zero target.
What’s included
Delegates attending the CPD will gain insight into:
• Why heat recovery ventilation is needed
• How it works and the different types available
• Key performance data and how to interpret it (e.g. SFP, HR%, sound levels)
• What makes a good heat recovery unit
• Principles of system design and application
The session also explores the regulatory drivers for wider adoption, including the need to improve energy efficiency and indoor air quality (IAQ) in line with evolving Building Regulations.
Alexis Roberts, Channel Marketing Manager at Vent-Axia, comments, “We are excited to launch our new CIBSE-approved CPD on heat recovery ventilation.
“Heat recovery is key to reducing carbon emissions, helping the UK meet its net zero 2050 target.
“As buildings move away from fossil fuels and become more airtight, heat recovery will be critical in reducing heat loss while maintaining good indoor air quality. It is therefore vital that specifiers are familiar with this technology.”
The course includes guidance on the advantages and differences between crossflow, counterflow, rotary wheel, and run-around coil (RAC) systems.
It also highlights the design considerations that affect long-term performance, such as motor efficiency, filtration, bypass functions, frost protection, and ease of maintenance.
Vent-Axia’s CPDs are part of the wider CIBSE CPD programme, which supports members in meeting their professional development requirements through structured learning and technical training.
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