TROX EXPAND FAN COIL TEST AREA
08/07/2009
TROX dedicated fan coil test cell which is approved by BSRIA
TROX dedicated fan coil test cell which is approved by BSRIA
The dedicated test cell at TROX Technical Centre has been totally rebuilt due to the massive demands for fan coil system research and development. This demand has been brought about by three main factors which are: 1. The need to measure energy savings accurately as in the case of VAV fan coil development work, 2. The need to verify performance data on a project by project basis, and 3. To enable further product research to be undertaken .
Barry Trewhitt, Product Manager, explains that with this new test area we can now take a minimum of 3 conditions or separate set ups per day and test these under stable conditions. This has trebled our capacity in the R & D area.
We are undertaking a heavy programme of testing to achieve the most energy efficient fan coil system. This involves research on optimising fan coil unit configuration, coil performance, motor efficiency, fan blade design and acoustic/thermal insulation.
The dedicated fan coil laboratory is the only one in the UK which is certified by BSRIA and that can perform these crucial tests in stable pre-determined conditions. Over the past 12 months TROX investment in R & D activities has exceeded £150K.
