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Advanced Ergonomic Technologies
UNDERFLOOR AIR CONDITIONING
Advanced Ergonomic Technologies is the principal global distributor of the
Hiross Flexible Space System, a modular, standardised, underfloor air
conditioning system. It has a proven track record with over 15 million square
feet installed throughout the world in a variety of climatic conditions.
Principles
The Flexible Space System requires a raised access floor cable void of between
200 and 300mm for the supply and return of conditioned air. This means that
false ceilings are not required, reducing the height of new buildings by
as much as 15% and increasing headroom in refurbishments. Studies indicate
that this reduces both construction costs and times by
around 10–15%, whilst life cost savings are now being recorded as the
reliability and energy efficiency of the system reduces maintenance levels,
and because of lower ‘churn’ costs. High standards of indoor air
quality are achieved with localised high grade filtration (up to clean room
standards), humidity control and ventilation efficiency. The system is also
noted for the
pleasant, draught-free environment it produces. The floor finishes available
include carpet, ceramic, stone, stainless steel, parquet, terracotta, concrete
and terrazzo.
Operation
The Flexible Space System makes use of an easily installed and relocatable
baffle material to segregate the supply and return air plena under the floor.
Individual, floor-standing, super-quiet, air handling units serve zones of
between 100 and 300m2 . Treated and filtered air is delivered into the supply
plenum where suitably located fan assisted terminals (fantiles) deliver this
air into the occupied space. The fantiles have on-board controls which allow
users to set the required room temperature and fan speed. Spent air is drawn
from the space back to the zone unit via return air grilles located over
the return plenum. Fresh air is introduced here to ensure high standards
of dilution. The whole system is controlled by an electronic management system.
All fantiles and zone units are connected by Category 5 data cabling which
permits centralised monitoring and adjustment by the facilities manager.
In addition, this network can enable individual users to adjust their personal
fantile via simple software loaded onto their PC.
Installation & Maintenance
The Flexible Space System can be installed at an approximate rate of 500m2
per week per team, reducing on-site construction time. Because the system
is zoned, regular maintenance can be carried out with minimum disturbance
to users, whilst the reduction in pipework, ductwork, valves and dampers
reduces the level of maintenance required. When office layouts change it
is simple and quick to relocate or add fantiles, avoiding user complaints
of draught often experienced with conventional ceiling-based systems.
Over and above the standard system warranty, AET offers extended warranty
and leasing options for users.
Recent Projects
UK and international projects have included: The Center, Hong Kong –
100,000m2 ; Telekom Tower, Malaysia – 60,000m2 ; Landrover Group, West
Midlands – 10,000m2 ; Willis Building, Ipswich – 15,000m2 ; Bloomberg,
London – 6000m2 ; Eastern Electricity, Ipswich – 2400m2 ; BAA Gatwick
and Stanstead – 14,000m2 ; Electrolux, Stockholm – 15,000m2 ; Skanska
Centrum, Warsaw – 15,000m2 ; News International, London – 10,000m2
; Agora Newspapers, Poland – 15,000m2 ; 4 Millbank, London – 12,000m2
;University of Kingston – 2000m2 ; University of London – 3300m2
; National Provincial, Edinburgh 6000m2 .
Contact: Glan Blake Thomas
Advanced Ergonomic Technologies
The Center
201-203 London Road
East Grinstead
West Sussex RH19 1HA Tel: 01342 310400
Fax: 01342 310401
E-mail: aet@flexiblespace.com
Website: www.flexiblespace.com
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