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Discoloured drinking water should always be a cause for concern to building operators. 💧⚠️ Cooper Homewood are the M&E design consultants for the refurbishment of one of Southampton’s oldest buildings. During our M&E surveys, we found brown water being drawn from multiple sinks, basins, and baths. This is a clear indication of an underlying issue that needs immediate attention. 🔧💦 The cause of discolouration can often stem from corroded plant and equipment or aging pipework. In this case, investigations pointed to a potential issue with corroded pipes. After the enabling works and strip-out, we were able to confirm that the system was suffering from galvanic action on the distribution system. What is galvanic action? ⚙️ Galvanic action occurs when dissimilar metals, such as copper and steel, are in contact with each other and water, causing accelerated corrosion of the more active metal. In this steel pipework system with copper runouts, the steel pipework becomes the anode, corroding faster, while the copper acts as the cathode and corrodes more slowly, leading to the formation of brown water. 🟤 To prevent this corrosion, a non-conductive break, such as a plastic spacer or dielectric coupling, can be introduced to interrupt the corrosive reaction. However, in this case, the corrosion is excessive, and a complete system replacement with a single pipe material may be required for a long-term solution. 🔄🔩 Cooper Homewood are currently working on several change-of-use and refurbishment projects. If you're dealing with similar issues, contact us for expert advice at: hello@cooperhomewood.com #GalvanicAction #dielectriccoupling #Refurbishment #M&ESurveys

❄️⛄️ Air Conditioning System Phase-Out Alert! ❄️⛄️ Starting 1st January 2025, air conditioning systems with a Global Warming Potential (GWP) over 750 will be banned from sale. This includes systems using refrigerants like R410A, marking a key milestone in the phase-out of one of the most used refrigerants. Since 2012, manufacturers have increasingly adopted R32 for heat pumps and air conditioning systems and here’s why. ❄ Lower GWP: R32 has a GWP of 675, significantly reducing its environmental impact compared to R410A. ❄ Improved Efficiency: R32 systems typically offer higher efficiency, leading to lower energy consumption and reduced operating costs. ❄ Future-Proof: R32 is readily available and widely supported by manufacturers, ensuring long-term viability. However, upgrading from R410A or R407 systems to R32 isn’t a simple swap. While retrofitting is possible, it often requires extensive modifications to system components. In most cases, it’s more efficient and cost-effective to install a new system designed for R32. 📣Developers and building owners can we help? If you require support changing your Heat Pump or Air Conditioning systems speak with Cooper Homewood. Get in touch at: hello@cooperhomewood.com 🌍 Stay ahead of the curve, and make the switch to a more sustainable, efficient, and future-ready air conditioning system today! Thanks for the update Geoff Chubb! #BuildingServices #HVAC #AirConditioning #R32 #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #EnvironmentalImpact #FutureReady #GlobalWarming

🏡 Seamless Engineering in Luxury Homes 🏡 It’s always a pleasure to be involved in the design of such stunning homes, where every detail is crafted to the highest standards. These images showcase one of our most recent projects in St John's Wood, London, a beautifully designed luxury residence where attention to detail is paramount. The challenge with properties like this lies in ensuring that the building services, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, and more are seamlessly integrated into the architecture. With minimal ceiling voids and close coordination with high-end finishes, every element must be meticulously planned. In projects like these, success is often measured by what isn’t seen or heard. The ultimate goal is to create a home where comfort, performance, and technology work effortlessly in the background—allowing the homeowner to simply enjoy their space without ever thinking about what’s behind the scenes. A huge thank you to the wider team for their collaboration in making this possible. Looking forward to seeing the final result! For more information about our services, contact the team at: hello@cooperhomewood.com #Architecture #BuildingServices #HVAC #Luxury

Honouring History, Shaping the Future We are proud to be part of the transformation of The Cathedral Hotel in Salisbury – a project that blends heritage with innovation. Recently, an incredible discovery was made during the early stages of redevelopment: a tribute to the workers who secretly built Spitfire components in Salisbury during WWII. This tribute, now displayed in the hotel’s window, will eventually take pride of place in the proposed rooftop bar – a space designed to offer stunning views of Salisbury while preserving the building’s rich history. At Cooper Homewood, we are excited to contribute to this landmark project, ensuring the development respects its past while creating a boutique hotel that will benefit Salisbury for years to come. Looking forward to seeing this vision come to life! Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eWZH8xSz #Salisbury #CathedralHotel #Engineering #Heritage #Spitfire #SustainableDevelopment #CooperHomewood

Honouring History, Shaping the Future We are proud to be part of the transformation of The Cathedral Hotel in Salisbury – a project that blends heritage with innovation. Recently, an incredible discovery was made during the early stages of redevelopment: a tribute to the workers who secretly built Spitfire components in Salisbury during WWII. This tribute, now displayed in the hotel’s window, will eventually take pride of place in the proposed rooftop bar – a space designed to offer stunning views of Salisbury while preserving the building’s rich history. At Cooper Homewood, we are excited to contribute to this landmark project, ensuring the development respects its past while creating a boutique hotel that will benefit Salisbury for years to come. Looking forward to seeing this vision come to life! Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eWZH8xSz #Salisbury #CathedralHotel #Engineering #Heritage #Spitfire #SustainableDevelopment #CooperHomewood

🚀 Our latest newsletter is here! 🚀 We’ve teamed up with our sister company, Futura Bright, to bring you the latest insights on Sustainability & Energy Saving, alongside updates from the world of Mechanical Engineering & Design. In this edition: ✅ Key takeaways from our Part O – Overheating Regulations webinar ✅ A timely reminder about ESOS obligations – don’t get caught out! ✅ Insights from high-risk projects progressing through Gateway Submissions ✅ Exciting new project wins with fantastic clients ✅ A warm welcome to our new team members 🎉 📩 Read the full newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e-cmHQRh We’d love to hear your thoughts—let us know what resonates with you in the comments! ⬇️ Best wishes from James Cooper #Sustainability #EnergySaving #MechanicalEngineering #BuildingSafetyAct #ESOS #PartO #TeamGrowth

💻COBie Data Training🥳 The design team have been working on several, BIM projects and the completion of COBie data has been an exercise that hasn’t always run smoothly. Last week we partnered with Man and Machine in our Whiteley office for COBie training, tea, biscuits and good debate 📣. The training covered several different areas including, classification, data usage, confirming the type of service for fee proposals and technically delivering COBie efficiently and accurately for our clients. There was good debate 📣regarding assets that should or shouldn’t be included in COBie. For example, M&E components that don’t have moving parts or parts that need replacing, such as pipes, ducts and cables. What’s your thoughts on this? Big shout out to Man & Machine for their expertise, knowledge and presentation. Look forward to seeing you back this week where training continues with our digital design team. Thanks for the update Geoff Chubb! If you are working on BIM projects in accordance with ISO 19650 and need expert support with M&E design and the delivery of COBie data, Cooper Homewood can help 🆘 Get in touch with the team at: hello@cooperhomewood.com #BIM, #COBie, #BuildingInformationModeling, #ConstructionTech

✨Portugal Road, Woking✨ It was a cold and crisp morning, but this didn’t hinder the efforts of the Construction Team at Portugal Road in Woking. The blue skies offering some optimism for brighter days to come. The build is coming along, and this is a good opportunity to acknowledge our fantastic partners ⭐Countryside Partnerships, MHA Architects and Abri Group for their hard work and dedication on this project! Together, we're making a difference in the Woking community. Block A & B are almost ready for the timber frame third floor, which is a great milestone to achieve. The building site is constricted but Countryside Partnerships have it well organised and managed 👏🏻. Interestingly, this one is the last of our projects to be designed against old Part L Building Regulations. The project will include systems such as: ·        Photovoltaic panels ·        Gas fired combi boilers for heating and hot water ·        Boosted Cold Water Service ·        Townsfed PPP sprinkler system ·        Building smoke ventilation system The M&E install will commence in February 🚀and Cooper Homewood will be supporting throughout the construction stage with regular site inspection attendance. Thanks for the update Geoff Chubb! Talk to us at: hello@cooperhomewood.com if you have similar schemes in the pipeline. #PartL #M&E #Architecture #Woking

✨Portugal Road, Woking✨ It was a cold and crisp morning, but this didn’t hinder the efforts of the Construction Team at Portugal Road in Woking. The blue skies offering some optimism for brighter days to come. The build is coming along, and this is a good opportunity to acknowledge our fantastic partners ⭐Countryside Partnerships, MHA Architects and Abri Group for their hard work and dedication on this project! Together, we're making a difference in the Woking community. Block A & B are almost ready for the timber frame third floor, which is a great milestone to achieve. The building site is constricted but Countryside Partnerships have it well organised and managed 👏🏻. Interestingly, this one is the last of our projects to be designed against old Part L Building Regulations. The project will include systems such as: ·        Photovoltaic panels ·        Gas fired combi boilers for heating and hot water ·        Boosted Cold Water Service ·        Townsfed PPP sprinkler system ·        Building smoke ventilation system The M&E install will commence in February 🚀and Cooper Homewood will be supporting throughout the construction stage with regular site inspection attendance. Thanks for the update Geoff Chubb! Talk to us at: hello@cooperhomewood.com if you have similar schemes in the pipeline. #PartL #M&E #Architecture #Woking

✨ Another Successful Design Project by Cooper Homewood! ✨ We’re thrilled to have completed the M&E design for a mix residential development at the Maritime Park on the South Coast. It’s been an incredible journey working with Metis Homes and ensuring a high standard of design throughout the project. 🔑 Key Highlights: * Early collaboration with the client to define the M&E brief and Energy Approach. * Successful integration of energy-efficient solutions to meet AD Part L and AD Part O compliance. * 3D modelling using Revit 💡 Innovative Mechanical Systems Used In The Design: ·        Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) ·        Decentralized Extract dMEV Direct Electrical hot water storage ·        Hot water storage via Exhaust Air Heat Pump (EAHP) ·        Direct Electric Hot Water Storage ·        Electric Panel Heaters ·        Underfloor Heating A huge thanks to our partners at Futura Bright for their continuous support and collaboration throughout this project! We are proud of our team's hard work in delivering this project with efficiency, compliance, and client satisfaction at the forefront. Looking forward to more exciting opportunities to showcase our skills in the residential sector! 👀 Look out for updates on our upcoming projects! Contact the team at: hello@cooperhomewood.com, for more information. #EngineeringDesign #MechanicalAndElectrical #Sustainability #EnergyEfficientDesign #PartLCompliance #PartOCompliance #ResidentialDevelopment #BuildingDesign #CooperHomewood