ISO Accreditation and TM44 Air Conditioning Inspections
Did You Know a TM44 is Part of the ISO Accreditation Requirement? Over the years we have helped several companies with their TM44 inspections following a non-compliance being brought up during their ISO accreditation Audit. Most times this requirement has come as a surprise to them and they have contacted us in a bit of […]
Environmental Impact of Air-Conditioning Systems
Air conditioning has been around for about a century and for many people it is used only for comfort. Air conditioning systems are no longer a luxury for citizens throughout the world, in fact, it has become a necessity. It’s almost impossible to stay cool and comfortable and concentrate in the summer unless you have […]
What Is An Enhanced TM44 Inspection?
How Standard & Enhanced TM44 Inspections Differ A standard air conditioning inspection enables your business to comply with UK law for air conditioning systems, KTIC Solutions are happy to provide this service which does provide you with very useful information. However, we find that some clients would like additional information and value built into their […]
Air Conditioning Laws In The UK
UK Air Conditioning Laws Concerning F-Gas The first air conditioning laws put into place were the F-Gas regulations. Gas groups such as HCFCs, HFCs and CFCs are not only harmful to the ozone but are very effective greenhouse gases which is why the EU considers the control of these gases a priority. In May 2006, […]
3 Ways Business Owners & Landlords Must Comply With EPBD
Introduction: Energy Performance of Building Directive & UK Regulations Originally brought in by the EU and adapted further by the UK Government at the time, the Energy Performance of Building Directive (EPBD) is designed to reduce greenhouse gasses (most predominantly carbon dioxide (CO2)). F-Gasses such as those found within air-conditioning systems fall outside the scope […]
Working Hard To Reduce Carbon Emissions From Buildings
The UK is behind other European nations when it comes to how we reduce carbon emissions from buildings. When reinvesting ‘green taxes’ into energy efficiency programs, we’re also lagging behind, according to a report by campaign group Energy Bill Revolution. They say that France, Germany and Lithuania all use the revenues from the European Emissions […]