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Chilled ceiling and beams: BRE research.

Author(s) : BUTLER D.

Summary

There is increased interest in using chilled ceilings and beams for cooling in UK buildings. However, there is currently limited knowledge or experience of their use and there is no proper professional guidance. Designers are particularly concerned to avoid condensation occurring on the exposed cold surfaces that could cause a health problem or lead to the so-called "office rain" effect. Building Research Establishment Ltd. (BRE) has monitored the performance of operational chilled ceiling and beam cooling systems in four buildings. The paper reports some preliminary findings from the building monitoring, and discusses the need for condensation control strategies.

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  • Original title: Chilled ceiling and beams: BRE research.
  • Record ID : 2000-2111
  • Languages: English
  • Source: CIBSE National Conference 1997. Proceedings.
  • Publication date: 1997/10/05
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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