Knowledge Series KS16 How to manage overheating in buildings - a practical guide to improving summertime comfort in buildings
Publication Year
2010
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Explains what factors can cause overheating in offices and other buildings. Gives guidance on how to minimise the risk of overheating in existing buildings and provides information on practical measures that can be applied, including those that provide occupants with the opportunity to reduce individual discomfort. Aimed primarily at non air-conditioned office buildings; however, the guidance can be applied to other building types with similar occupancy patterns, and to dwellings.
ISBN
9781906846145
Publisher Information
Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers received its Royal Charter in 1976. They promote careers of building services engineers by accrediting courses of study in further and higher education, and by approving work based training programmes. Their publications include technical guidance and codes which set the criteria for best practice in the profession.
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