Colchester University's student accommodation, developed by Bouygues Construction and Borough Engineering Services Ltd was fitted with a mix of dMEV and MEV Central Extract ventilation systems including non-combustible transitions to keep the indoor air quality healthy and protect the fabric of the building against issues like damp, mould, and condensation.
Key Information
- Nuaire dMEV and MEVDC Ventilation Units
- A1 Rated Non-Combustible Ducting
- Work completed to 1,400 rooms and communal areas
MEV Extract Ventilation
A centralised extract system ducted to multiple 'wet rooms' (bathrooms, kitchen, utility) within the property running at trickle speed continously and boosting via humidity sensing or manual switching. Compliant with Approved Document F: Means of Ventilation System 3. (dMEV is continuous extraction in localised, in room units)
A1 Rated Ducting
A1 Rated Non-Combustible Ducting manufactured from 0.9mm hot dipped galvanised mild steel to provide A1 classification for the purposes of ductwork terminating through the façade of the building.