The Incredible Art of Acoustic Ventilation Building technology has been advancing over the years, especially regarding energy efficiency and the ability to retain the warmth we pay so much to create. Window design has been a key part of this advance and we have seen many worthwhile improvements. Double glazed units and the thermal performance…
Mechanical specifications are getting more and more stringent. And rightly so! One of the key factors when selecting an MVHR, or in fact any Mechanical Ventilation System, is to ensure when in operation it is compliant. Typically, this is outlined in a specification, there will be a defined NR or dB rating the system…
Residential Ventilation Maintenance Residential ventilation maintenance is so important for many reasons. Firstly you want the ventilation unit to operate at its full capacity for the property, but also the overall health of a person. To help provide good indoor air quality to homes, ventilation systems need to be cleaned and maintained. We would recommend…
Residential Ventilation Ducting Systems When designing and installing residential ventilation systems the ducting chosen can have a big impact on how the system performs overall. It is essential to select an appropriate ducting system that will suit the layout of the building, the service area available, and the unit it is connected to. Numbers? There…
“Thank you for small beginnings” In 1984 Billy Divers started a ventilation business called Brookvent. He could see that there was a need for quality vents for the window and construction industry. Based in a small unit beside a brook, Billy started with an idea that became a successful international company. Today staff, management and…
Within an MVHR unit, the filters are located on the outside of the heat recovery core. Their responsibility is to filter the warm, moisture laden air extracted from wet rooms (kitchen, bathroom etc) as well as the fresh air that comes into the home from the outside. This process prevents the build up of mould…
We are delighted to announce that Brookvent has been shortlisted in two categories at the upcoming H&V News Awards. The aircycle 1.3 has been shortlisted in the Domestic Ventilation Product of the Year category, and our Timestrip filter change reminder initiative will be competing in the HVAC Initiative of the Year category. Below we explain…
It’s now 2019 and the countdown to the biggest event in the UK fenestration industry is now officially on! We are extremely excited to be a part of the FIT Show once again and are looking forward to showcasing our extensive window vent range. At the 2019 show we will be exhibiting our SM TIPVENT…
