Other equipment

Question 1

Fan Coil Unit

Answer 1

• Consists of a fan and a coil used to control the temperature in a room
• Commonly used in hotels, offices, and residential buildings

Question 2

Air Source Heat Pump

Answer 2

• Utilizes outside air as a heat source to provide heating and cooling for buildings
• Operates by transferring heat between the indoor and outdoor environments

Question 3

Heat Recovery Unit

Answer 3

• Recovers waste heat from various processes to preheat incoming fresh air
• Improves energy efficiency by reducing the need for additional heating

Question 4

Pressurisation Unit

Answer 4

• Maintains the correct pressure in a heating or cooling system
• Helps prevent issues such as airlocks and pump cavitation

Question 5

Air Handling Unit

Answer 5

• Centralized unit that conditions and circulates air as part of the HVAC system
• Includes components like filters, heating and cooling coils, and dampers

Question 6

Trench Convectors

Answer 6

• Heating units installed in trenches or recessed areas in floors
• Provide heating through convection and radiation

Question 7

Mechanical Ventilation Heating Recovery

Answer 7

• System that recovers heat from outgoing air to preheat incoming fresh air
• Reduces energy consumption by utilizing heat exchange

Question 8

Air Source Heat Pump Chillers

Answer 8

• Combines the functions of an air source heat pump and a chiller
• Provides both heating and cooling capabilities for buildings

Question 9

Cold Water Storage Cistern

Answer 9

• Stores cold water for various building applications
• Helps maintain a stable supply of cold water

Question 9

Booster Sets

Answer 9

• Increase water pressure in a building’s water distribution system
• Ensure adequate water flow in tall or multi-story buildings

Question 10

Cat 5 Booster

Answer 10

• Specific type of booster set designed for Category 5 buildings
• Meets the water pressure requirements for Cat 5 fire safety systems

Question 11

Non Potable Water Pump

Answer 11

• Pumps water that is not suitable for drinking or human consumption
• Used for purposes like irrigation, industrial processes, or toilet flushing

Question 12

Domestic Hot Water Calorifier

Answer 12

• Heats and stores domestic hot water for taps, showers, and appliances
• Ensures a reliable supply of hot water for residential or commercial use

Question 13

Domestic Hot Water Return Pump

Answer 13

• Circulates hot water from the calorifier to the taps and back for efficient use
• Help maintain air quality and temperature throughout the space

Question 14

Supply Diffusers

Answer 14

• Components that distribute conditioned air from HVAC systems into a room
• Help maintain air quality and temperature throughout the space

Question 15

Fire/Smoke Dampers

Answer 15

• Safety devices that prevent the spread of fire and smoke through ductwork
• Automatically close in case of fire to contain smoke and flames

Question 16

Extract Grilles

Answer 16

• Allow air to be extracted from a room and returned to the HVAC system
• Help maintain proper air circulation and ventilation

Question 17

Variable Air Volume Controller

Answer 17

Regulates the airflow in HVAC systems based on varying temperature needs
Adjusts the volume of conditioned air to different zones or rooms