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...................................................................FURTHER INFORMATION
ProducedbyTedHastings/RackleyDesign
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PASSIVENT LIMITED
2 Brooklands Road, Sale, Cheshire M33 3SS Tel: 0161-962 7113 Fax: 0161-905 2085
Email: info@passivent.com Web: www.passivent.com
Passivent Limited maintains a policy of continuous development and reserves the
right to amend product specifications without notice.
A member of the Building Product Design Group
...................... ......................
Passivent products
Passivent product ranges include:
Passivent high-capacity roof terminals for
PSV systems.
Passivent Aircool wall ventilators for air
inlet/outlet in PSV and cross ventilation
systems; installed in masonry, curtain
walling or windows.
Passivent Tricklevent window-mounted units
for background ventilation.
Passivent Airscoop roof-mounted units for
displacement ventilation (direct or ducted).
Kingfisher solar shading louvres.
Separate literature is available for these
products on request.
Quality assurance
Passivent products are designed and
manufactured under an independently
monitored quality assurance scheme to
BS EN ISO 9001.
...................
...................................................................
....................
CI/SfB (57)
Uniclass L7535
December 2003
NATURAL VENTILATION
FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
Tredomen Innovation Centre, Drawings kindly provided
by KJG Parnership and reproduced with permission
BRE’s Environmental Building
.........................
...................................................................2
.........................
...................................................................NATURAL VENTILATION
.........................
................................................................... 3
.........................
...................................................................THE BACKGROUND
The low-energy strategy
Low-energy natural ventilation is an
increasingly important design strategy for
commercial and other non-domestic
buildings.
In comparison with air conditioning or
mechanical ventilation it can bring:
s Economic benefits through savings in
both capital equipment and running costs.
s Environmental benefits in reducing
energy use and cutting greenhouse gas
emissions.
s User benefits in providing controlled,
comfortable conditions.
Intelligent solutions
Current technology and design software
combined with sophisticated control systems
mean that natural ventilation can provide
optimum performance as well as the benefits
indicated above.
Using the latest techniques, intelligent
natural ventilation solutions can be applied
to many buildings that would otherwise have
defaulted to air conditioning.
Early consultation
The key to the successful implementation of
a natural ventilation strategy is to consider
its application during the preliminary stages
in the design of a building (preferably at
outline proposal stage). Decisions about
building plan, orientation and other factors
will enable the most effective use to be made
of natural ventilation.
Clients, developers and building designers
should therefore consult natural ventilation
experts such as Passivent as early as possible
in the design process.
PASSIVENT
Passivent services
Designing natural ventilation systems to be
as efficient as possible requires specialised
expertise.
With its in-house research and design team,
Passivent can provide a comprehensive
design and advisory service tailored to
specific projects, covering both system
design and product selection from a range of
complementary ventilation strategies.
Passivent expertise
Since 1983 Passivent has been at the
forefront in developing energy-efficient
natural ventilation solutions for many kinds
of building including student
accommodation, nursing homes, flats,
offices and schools.
As a leading partner in some of the most
important research projects in the natural
ventilation field, Passivent has also
developed a range of products for the natural
ventilation of non-domestic buildings.
Passivent design software
With so many variables in natural ventilation
design it is important to understand how the
elements interact with each other within the
context of the building.
A key part of the NatVent™ research project
(see overleaf) has been the production of
software to assess the various forms of
natural ventilation in different types of
building.
Following on from this Passivent has
developed its own advanced software (based
on CIBSE AM10) to provide an integrated
design approach that takes account of all
facets of the ventilation requirement. This
software is used to calculate sizes of air
inlets and outlets to achieve optimum
performance.
Passivent products
Passivent has developed a range of products
(including acoustically treated options)
which can be incorporated into natural
ventilation systems for commercial
buildings. More information on these is
available on request.
The NatVentTM
project
NatVentTM
is an EC/EU-funded project
involving nine partners in seven countries,
co-ordinated by the UK Building Research
Establishment. Passivent, as one of the
NatVentTM
partners, has taken a leading role
in developing practical solutions for the
commercial building sector.
The NatVentTM
group has carried out an in-
depth study of natural ventilation and found
that it is an effective design strategy for
office buildings in the UK and other
European countries with a moderate
climate.
NatVentTM
is now developing ‘smart’
solutions to promote the adoption of natural
ventilation across Europe.
Benefits
The many benefits of naturally ventilated
buildings identified by the NatVentTM
project
include:
Cost efficiency
s Naturally ventilated buildings typically
consume less than half the energy used in
air-conditioned buildings.
s Initial capital costs are also lower,
typically by 15%.
s Operating costs can be 40% less in terms
of energy consumption.
s Due to simplicity and durability of the
components, costs are spread over a longer
lifetime.
s Maintenance costs are significantly
lower.
s Less space is required for plant rooms
and services distribution.
Productivity gains
s 90% of building occupants prefer
naturally ventilated buildings.
s Fewer incidents of sick building
syndrome are reported.
s Occupants are provided with control over
their immediate environment.
Environmental gains
s Significant reduction in emissions of the
greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2).
s Avoids using ozone-depleting substances
as refrigerants.
CO2 reduction
50% of CO2 emissions in the UK derive from
energy consumption in buildings. All
buildings, both new and refurbished, must
use energy more efficiently to reduce
environmental damage.
Building Regulations Approved Document L
Conservation of fuel and power includes a
new performance standard for CO2
emissions, the Carbon Performance Index,
which will apply to buildings that are air-
conditioned or mechanically ventilated.
Index calculations will not be required for
naturally-ventilated buildings.
System design
Good design is based on
the principle that adequate
ventilation is essential for
the health, safety and
comfort of building
occupants, but that
excessive ventilation leads
to energy waste and
discomfort. Building
tightness, good ventilation
for occupants and natural
ventilation design should
be considered together for
a successful energy-
efficient natural
ventilation scheme.
Strategies have to be
developed for winter and summer. Winter
ventilation to maintain good indoor air
quality must be balanced against minimising
heat losses. Summer ventilation must offset
excessive daytime heat gains and provide
fresh air distribution.
.........................
...................................................................2
.........................
...................................................................NATURAL VENTILATION
.........................
................................................................... 3
.........................
...................................................................THE BACKGROUND
The low-energy strategy
Low-energy natural ventilation is an
increasingly important design strategy for
commercial and other non-domestic
buildings.
In comparison with air conditioning or
mechanical ventilation it can bring:
s Economic benefits through savings in
both capital equipment and running costs.
s Environmental benefits in reducing
energy use and cutting greenhouse gas
emissions.
s User benefits in providing controlled,
comfortable conditions.
Intelligent solutions
Current technology and design software
combined with sophisticated control systems
mean that natural ventilation can provide
optimum performance as well as the benefits
indicated above.
Using the latest techniques, intelligent
natural ventilation solutions can be applied
to many buildings that would otherwise have
defaulted to air conditioning.
Early consultation
The key to the successful implementation of
a natural ventilation strategy is to consider
its application during the preliminary stages
in the design of a building (preferably at
outline proposal stage). Decisions about
building plan, orientation and other factors
will enable the most effective use to be made
of natural ventilation.
Clients, developers and building designers
should therefore consult natural ventilation
experts such as Passivent as early as possible
in the design process.
PASSIVENT
Passivent services
Designing natural ventilation systems to be
as efficient as possible requires specialised
expertise.
With its in-house research and design team,
Passivent can provide a comprehensive
design and advisory service tailored to
specific projects, covering both system
design and product selection from a range of
complementary ventilation strategies.
Passivent expertise
Since 1983 Passivent has been at the
forefront in developing energy-efficient
natural ventilation solutions for many kinds
of building including student
accommodation, nursing homes, flats,
offices and schools.
As a leading partner in some of the most
important research projects in the natural
ventilation field, Passivent has also
developed a range of products for the natural
ventilation of non-domestic buildings.
Passivent design software
With so many variables in natural ventilation
design it is important to understand how the
elements interact with each other within the
context of the building.
A key part of the NatVent™ research project
(see overleaf) has been the production of
software to assess the various forms of
natural ventilation in different types of
building.
Following on from this Passivent has
developed its own advanced software (based
on CIBSE AM10) to provide an integrated
design approach that takes account of all
facets of the ventilation requirement. This
software is used to calculate sizes of air
inlets and outlets to achieve optimum
performance.
Passivent products
Passivent has developed a range of products
(including acoustically treated options)
which can be incorporated into natural
ventilation systems for commercial
buildings. More information on these is
available on request.
The NatVentTM
project
NatVentTM
is an EC/EU-funded project
involving nine partners in seven countries,
co-ordinated by the UK Building Research
Establishment. Passivent, as one of the
NatVentTM
partners, has taken a leading role
in developing practical solutions for the
commercial building sector.
The NatVentTM
group has carried out an in-
depth study of natural ventilation and found
that it is an effective design strategy for
office buildings in the UK and other
European countries with a moderate
climate.
NatVentTM
is now developing ‘smart’
solutions to promote the adoption of natural
ventilation across Europe.
Benefits
The many benefits of naturally ventilated
buildings identified by the NatVentTM
project
include:
Cost efficiency
s Naturally ventilated buildings typically
consume less than half the energy used in
air-conditioned buildings.
s Initial capital costs are also lower,
typically by 15%.
s Operating costs can be 40% less in terms
of energy consumption.
s Due to simplicity and durability of the
components, costs are spread over a longer
lifetime.
s Maintenance costs are significantly
lower.
s Less space is required for plant rooms
and services distribution.
Productivity gains
s 90% of building occupants prefer
naturally ventilated buildings.
s Fewer incidents of sick building
syndrome are reported.
s Occupants are provided with control over
their immediate environment.
Environmental gains
s Significant reduction in emissions of the
greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2).
s Avoids using ozone-depleting substances
as refrigerants.
CO2 reduction
50% of CO2 emissions in the UK derive from
energy consumption in buildings. All
buildings, both new and refurbished, must
use energy more efficiently to reduce
environmental damage.
Building Regulations Approved Document L
Conservation of fuel and power includes a
new performance standard for CO2
emissions, the Carbon Performance Index,
which will apply to buildings that are air-
conditioned or mechanically ventilated.
Index calculations will not be required for
naturally-ventilated buildings.
System design
Good design is based on
the principle that adequate
ventilation is essential for
the health, safety and
comfort of building
occupants, but that
excessive ventilation leads
to energy waste and
discomfort. Building
tightness, good ventilation
for occupants and natural
ventilation design should
be considered together for
a successful energy-
efficient natural
ventilation scheme.
Strategies have to be
developed for winter and summer. Winter
ventilation to maintain good indoor air
quality must be balanced against minimising
heat losses. Summer ventilation must offset
excessive daytime heat gains and provide
fresh air distribution.
.........................
5
..................................................................................................
NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES
......................................................................................................................................................................................4
.........................
......................................................................................................................................................................................NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES
Passive stack ventilation
Passive stack ventilation (PSV) is the most
effective natural ventilation strategy as it
uses a combination of cross ventilation,
buoyancy and the suction effect as the wind
passes the terminal.
It can ventilate to twice the depth of cross
ventilation as the outlet can be in the centre
of a building.
It can be an effective night cooling strategy
as internal and external temperature
differences at night are typically high, so
increasing convection.
PSV stacks can range from large central
atria to local stacks feeding to roof-mounted
terminals.
Displacement ventilation
Displacement ventilation uses roof-mounted
terminals with separated chambers to
channel air down into the building
regardless of wind direction. The cooler,
denser air displaces warmer, lighter air
upwards, which is drawn out through the
leeward chambers of the terminals. This
method can be used as part of a night
cooling strategy.
Night cooling
Night cooling uses the lower external
temperatures at night to reduce the
temperature of the building fabric, by means
of automatic ventilation devices. The cooled
thermal mass of the building is used the next
day to reduce internal temperatures. A night
cooling strategy in a suitable building design
can reduce peak internal temperatures by
2 - 3ºC the following day. Natural night
cooling by lowering the ambient
temperatures can delay the use of energy
consuming cooling equipment.
Single-sided ventilation
Single-sided ventilation, usually through
large façade opening devices, is mainly
driven by wind turbulence. Relatively low
ventilation rates are achieved except with
penetration depths of less than 21
⁄2 times the
floor-to-ceiling height. Penetration depths
are based on typical office occupant densities
and are not applicable to higher occupant
densities such as teaching spaces and
seminar rooms.
Cross ventilation
Cross ventilation achieves good air change
rates driven by pressure differences across
the building. This method uses controllable
high-capacity inlets/outlets on the building
façades, and can achieve penetration depths
of up to 5 times the floor-to-ceiling height,
based on low occupant densities.
SYSTEM CONTROL
An efficient and effective natural ventilation system should move air through the building in a
carefully designed manner. The sizing and positioning of inlets, stacks and outlets are critical
in achieving the correct ventilation performance.
Control of systems is also important to ensure maximum effectiveness and provide the correct
level of ventilation at minimum energy cost.
Control components are available from Passivent that vary from simple occupant controlled
devices to intuitive systems triggered by sensors which detect occupancy, temperature,
humidity or air quality and C02, matching ventilation to demand. These can be integrated
with an overall building management system.
SOLAR CONTROL/DAYLIGHTING
Solar radiation through windows can be a
major contributor to heat gain, and must be
minimised for a natural ventilation strategy
to be effective. External solar shading is very
effective in reducing heat gain in summer
while still allowing good daylighting and a
useful solar contribution in winter. Correct
design to balance these factors is essential.
Tubular roof lights offer an excellent
solution for balancing daylighting and solar
heat gains.
Mixed-mode ventilation
Natural ventilation alone is not suitable for
some rooms due to their depth, internal heat
loads or other factors. In these cases some
mechanical assistance can be incorporated
such as boost fans in outlets. If necessary
local comfort cooling devices, such as split
air conditioning or chilled ceilings, can be
used effectively in co-operation with natural
ventilation.
BACKGROUND VENTILATION
Background ventilation is necessary to provide adequate indoor air quality throughout the
year. This can be achieved by various types of façade mounted controllable ventilators usually
providing 400mm2
/m2
of floor area or 3 l/s per occupant.
RAPID VENTILATION
Rapid ventilation is necessary to remove excess temperature from the space and is of prime
importance during the summer. This is achieved by a variety of means, of which the principle
natural ventilation strategies are detailed below;
.........................
5
..................................................................................................
NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES
......................................................................................................................................................................................4
.........................
......................................................................................................................................................................................NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES
Passive stack ventilation
Passive stack ventilation (PSV) is the most
effective natural ventilation strategy as it
uses a combination of cross ventilation,
buoyancy and the suction effect as the wind
passes the terminal.
It can ventilate to twice the depth of cross
ventilation as the outlet can be in the centre
of a building.
It can be an effective night cooling strategy
as internal and external temperature
differences at night are typically high, so
increasing convection.
PSV stacks can range from large central
atria to local stacks feeding to roof-mounted
terminals.
Displacement ventilation
Displacement ventilation uses roof-mounted
terminals with separated chambers to
channel air down into the building
regardless of wind direction. The cooler,
denser air displaces warmer, lighter air
upwards, which is drawn out through the
leeward chambers of the terminals. This
method can be used as part of a night
cooling strategy.
Night cooling
Night cooling uses the lower external
temperatures at night to reduce the
temperature of the building fabric, by means
of automatic ventilation devices. The cooled
thermal mass of the building is used the next
day to reduce internal temperatures. A night
cooling strategy in a suitable building design
can reduce peak internal temperatures by
2 - 3ºC the following day. Natural night
cooling by lowering the ambient
temperatures can delay the use of energy
consuming cooling equipment.
Single-sided ventilation
Single-sided ventilation, usually through
large façade opening devices, is mainly
driven by wind turbulence. Relatively low
ventilation rates are achieved except with
penetration depths of less than 21
⁄2 times the
floor-to-ceiling height. Penetration depths
are based on typical office occupant densities
and are not applicable to higher occupant
densities such as teaching spaces and
seminar rooms.
Cross ventilation
Cross ventilation achieves good air change
rates driven by pressure differences across
the building. This method uses controllable
high-capacity inlets/outlets on the building
façades, and can achieve penetration depths
of up to 5 times the floor-to-ceiling height,
based on low occupant densities.
SYSTEM CONTROL
An efficient and effective natural ventilation system should move air through the building in a
carefully designed manner. The sizing and positioning of inlets, stacks and outlets are critical
in achieving the correct ventilation performance.
Control of systems is also important to ensure maximum effectiveness and provide the correct
level of ventilation at minimum energy cost.
Control components are available from Passivent that vary from simple occupant controlled
devices to intuitive systems triggered by sensors which detect occupancy, temperature,
humidity or air quality and C02, matching ventilation to demand. These can be integrated
with an overall building management system.
SOLAR CONTROL/DAYLIGHTING
Solar radiation through windows can be a
major contributor to heat gain, and must be
minimised for a natural ventilation strategy
to be effective. External solar shading is very
effective in reducing heat gain in summer
while still allowing good daylighting and a
useful solar contribution in winter. Correct
design to balance these factors is essential.
Tubular roof lights offer an excellent
solution for balancing daylighting and solar
heat gains.
Mixed-mode ventilation
Natural ventilation alone is not suitable for
some rooms due to their depth, internal heat
loads or other factors. In these cases some
mechanical assistance can be incorporated
such as boost fans in outlets. If necessary
local comfort cooling devices, such as split
air conditioning or chilled ceilings, can be
used effectively in co-operation with natural
ventilation.
BACKGROUND VENTILATION
Background ventilation is necessary to provide adequate indoor air quality throughout the
year. This can be achieved by various types of façade mounted controllable ventilators usually
providing 400mm2
/m2
of floor area or 3 l/s per occupant.
RAPID VENTILATION
Rapid ventilation is necessary to remove excess temperature from the space and is of prime
importance during the summer. This is achieved by a variety of means, of which the principle
natural ventilation strategies are detailed below;
..........................................
7
SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN
................................................................................................
.....................................................................................................................................................................................................6
.........................
.......................................................................................................................................................................................................SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN
Sustainability can be best defined as
“improving the quality of life for all without
damaging the environment or the ability of
future generations to meet their own
needs” Vision 21.
Sustainable buildings will encompass all
facets of design but include natural
ventilation, optimum use of daylighting,
high thermal mass, solar shading, improved
levels of insulation, use of renewable/
recyclable materials and effective lighting
controls.
It is important that all members of the
design team sign up to the achievement of a
common project environmental policy,
which acknowledges a commitment to
maximise the environmental potential
within reasonable constraints. Guidance
documents such as BREEAM and SEAM (for
schools) can lead a project to produce a
successful and sustainable “green building”.
Illustrations based on a design produced by
Stride Treglown Davies
The generic project illustrated opposite demonstrates many of the
ventilation and daylight considerations required to achieve a
sustainable building.
Ground and First Floor Ventilation (illustrations 1 and 2 opposite)
The inlet path for natural ventilation is via openable high-level
façade devices and windows. The high level openings allow fresh air
to pass into the ceiling void and then drop into the space below.
This strategy provides cooling of the structure at night during
summer months as well as tempering incoming air the next day.
In winter this eliminates sources of draughts by opening windows, as
the fresh air passing through the ceiling is prewarmed. A degree of
external acoustic attenuation is also provided via the ceiling void.
The openable windows are used to boost the ventilation rate, whilst
providing additional user control of their own environment.
The façade and ceiling outlet louvres are insulated, so closure at
night and during the morning warm-up period reduces heat loss,
whilst the building is unoccupied. These motorised louvres are
controlled automatically with manual override facility, to allow user
interface.
The higher heat gain space is located on the lower floor of the North
façade as this experiences the lowest solar gains. A boost fan has
been incorporated in this case, providing a mixed mode strategy, for
additional air movement during warmer weather. The roof-mounted
terminals provide large fixed openings with Class-A rain rejection
performance and an AA fire rating.
Daylighting and Corridor Ventilation (illustration 3 opposite)
External southerly solar shading reduces the external solar gains in
summer, whilst the building orientation maximises heat gain and
avoids glare during winter. Tubular rooflights allow natural daylight
to enter the rear of the rooms. The reduced window area on the
South façade, together with solar control glazing, reduces external
heat gains. Daylight control is used with efficient artificial lighting
to reduce energy usage.
Ventilation of the corridor is achieved using insulated openable
façade devices at either end. The air is exausted via high level
openings in the glazed façade. These motorised louvres are
controlled automatically.
Illustration 1
Ground Floor Ventilation
N S
Illustration 2
First Floor Ventilation
N S
N S
Illustration 3
Daylighting and Corridor Ventilation
..........................................
7
SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN
................................................................................................
.....................................................................................................................................................................................................6
.........................
.......................................................................................................................................................................................................SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN
Sustainability can be best defined as
“improving the quality of life for all without
damaging the environment or the ability of
future generations to meet their own
needs” Vision 21.
Sustainable buildings will encompass all
facets of design but include natural
ventilation, optimum use of daylighting,
high thermal mass, solar shading, improved
levels of insulation, use of renewable/
recyclable materials and effective lighting
controls.
It is important that all members of the
design team sign up to the achievement of a
common project environmental policy,
which acknowledges a commitment to
maximise the environmental potential
within reasonable constraints. Guidance
documents such as BREEAM and SEAM (for
schools) can lead a project to produce a
successful and sustainable “green building”.
Illustrations based on a design produced by
Stride Treglown Davies
The generic project illustrated opposite demonstrates many of the
ventilation and daylight considerations required to achieve a
sustainable building.
Ground and First Floor Ventilation (illustrations 1 and 2 opposite)
The inlet path for natural ventilation is via openable high-level
façade devices and windows. The high level openings allow fresh air
to pass into the ceiling void and then drop into the space below.
This strategy provides cooling of the structure at night during
summer months as well as tempering incoming air the next day.
In winter this eliminates sources of draughts by opening windows, as
the fresh air passing through the ceiling is prewarmed. A degree of
external acoustic attenuation is also provided via the ceiling void.
The openable windows are used to boost the ventilation rate, whilst
providing additional user control of their own environment.
The façade and ceiling outlet louvres are insulated, so closure at
night and during the morning warm-up period reduces heat loss,
whilst the building is unoccupied. These motorised louvres are
controlled automatically with manual override facility, to allow user
interface.
The higher heat gain space is located on the lower floor of the North
façade as this experiences the lowest solar gains. A boost fan has
been incorporated in this case, providing a mixed mode strategy, for
additional air movement during warmer weather. The roof-mounted
terminals provide large fixed openings with Class-A rain rejection
performance and an AA fire rating.
Daylighting and Corridor Ventilation (illustration 3 opposite)
External southerly solar shading reduces the external solar gains in
summer, whilst the building orientation maximises heat gain and
avoids glare during winter. Tubular rooflights allow natural daylight
to enter the rear of the rooms. The reduced window area on the
South façade, together with solar control glazing, reduces external
heat gains. Daylight control is used with efficient artificial lighting
to reduce energy usage.
Ventilation of the corridor is achieved using insulated openable
façade devices at either end. The air is exausted via high level
openings in the glazed façade. These motorised louvres are
controlled automatically.
Illustration 1
Ground Floor Ventilation
N S
Illustration 2
First Floor Ventilation
N S
N S
Illustration 3
Daylighting and Corridor Ventilation
..................................................
...................................................................FURTHER INFORMATION
ProducedbyTedHastings/RackleyDesign
...................................................................
PASSIVENT LIMITED
2 Brooklands Road, Sale, Cheshire M33 3SS Tel: 0161-962 7113 Fax: 0161-905 2085
Email: info@passivent.com Web: www.passivent.com
Passivent Limited maintains a policy of continuous development and reserves the
right to amend product specifications without notice.
A member of the Building Product Design Group
...................... ......................
Passivent products
Passivent product ranges include:
Passivent high-capacity roof terminals for
PSV systems.
Passivent Aircool wall ventilators for air
inlet/outlet in PSV and cross ventilation
systems; installed in masonry, curtain
walling or windows.
Passivent Tricklevent window-mounted units
for background ventilation.
Passivent Airscoop roof-mounted units for
displacement ventilation (direct or ducted).
Kingfisher solar shading louvres.
Separate literature is available for these
products on request.
Quality assurance
Passivent products are designed and
manufactured under an independently
monitored quality assurance scheme to
BS EN ISO 9001.
...................
...................................................................
....................
CI/SfB (57)
Uniclass L7535
December 2003
NATURAL VENTILATION
FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
Tredomen Innovation Centre, Drawings kindly provided
by KJG Parnership and reproduced with permission
BRE’s Environmental Building

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  • 1. .................................................. ...................................................................FURTHER INFORMATION ProducedbyTedHastings/RackleyDesign ................................................................... PASSIVENT LIMITED 2 Brooklands Road, Sale, Cheshire M33 3SS Tel: 0161-962 7113 Fax: 0161-905 2085 Email: info@passivent.com Web: www.passivent.com Passivent Limited maintains a policy of continuous development and reserves the right to amend product specifications without notice. A member of the Building Product Design Group ...................... ...................... Passivent products Passivent product ranges include: Passivent high-capacity roof terminals for PSV systems. Passivent Aircool wall ventilators for air inlet/outlet in PSV and cross ventilation systems; installed in masonry, curtain walling or windows. Passivent Tricklevent window-mounted units for background ventilation. Passivent Airscoop roof-mounted units for displacement ventilation (direct or ducted). Kingfisher solar shading louvres. Separate literature is available for these products on request. Quality assurance Passivent products are designed and manufactured under an independently monitored quality assurance scheme to BS EN ISO 9001. ................... ................................................................... .................... CI/SfB (57) Uniclass L7535 December 2003 NATURAL VENTILATION FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS Tredomen Innovation Centre, Drawings kindly provided by KJG Parnership and reproduced with permission BRE’s Environmental Building
  • 2. ......................... ...................................................................2 ......................... ...................................................................NATURAL VENTILATION ......................... ................................................................... 3 ......................... ...................................................................THE BACKGROUND The low-energy strategy Low-energy natural ventilation is an increasingly important design strategy for commercial and other non-domestic buildings. In comparison with air conditioning or mechanical ventilation it can bring: s Economic benefits through savings in both capital equipment and running costs. s Environmental benefits in reducing energy use and cutting greenhouse gas emissions. s User benefits in providing controlled, comfortable conditions. Intelligent solutions Current technology and design software combined with sophisticated control systems mean that natural ventilation can provide optimum performance as well as the benefits indicated above. Using the latest techniques, intelligent natural ventilation solutions can be applied to many buildings that would otherwise have defaulted to air conditioning. Early consultation The key to the successful implementation of a natural ventilation strategy is to consider its application during the preliminary stages in the design of a building (preferably at outline proposal stage). Decisions about building plan, orientation and other factors will enable the most effective use to be made of natural ventilation. Clients, developers and building designers should therefore consult natural ventilation experts such as Passivent as early as possible in the design process. PASSIVENT Passivent services Designing natural ventilation systems to be as efficient as possible requires specialised expertise. With its in-house research and design team, Passivent can provide a comprehensive design and advisory service tailored to specific projects, covering both system design and product selection from a range of complementary ventilation strategies. Passivent expertise Since 1983 Passivent has been at the forefront in developing energy-efficient natural ventilation solutions for many kinds of building including student accommodation, nursing homes, flats, offices and schools. As a leading partner in some of the most important research projects in the natural ventilation field, Passivent has also developed a range of products for the natural ventilation of non-domestic buildings. Passivent design software With so many variables in natural ventilation design it is important to understand how the elements interact with each other within the context of the building. A key part of the NatVent™ research project (see overleaf) has been the production of software to assess the various forms of natural ventilation in different types of building. Following on from this Passivent has developed its own advanced software (based on CIBSE AM10) to provide an integrated design approach that takes account of all facets of the ventilation requirement. This software is used to calculate sizes of air inlets and outlets to achieve optimum performance. Passivent products Passivent has developed a range of products (including acoustically treated options) which can be incorporated into natural ventilation systems for commercial buildings. More information on these is available on request. The NatVentTM project NatVentTM is an EC/EU-funded project involving nine partners in seven countries, co-ordinated by the UK Building Research Establishment. Passivent, as one of the NatVentTM partners, has taken a leading role in developing practical solutions for the commercial building sector. The NatVentTM group has carried out an in- depth study of natural ventilation and found that it is an effective design strategy for office buildings in the UK and other European countries with a moderate climate. NatVentTM is now developing ‘smart’ solutions to promote the adoption of natural ventilation across Europe. Benefits The many benefits of naturally ventilated buildings identified by the NatVentTM project include: Cost efficiency s Naturally ventilated buildings typically consume less than half the energy used in air-conditioned buildings. s Initial capital costs are also lower, typically by 15%. s Operating costs can be 40% less in terms of energy consumption. s Due to simplicity and durability of the components, costs are spread over a longer lifetime. s Maintenance costs are significantly lower. s Less space is required for plant rooms and services distribution. Productivity gains s 90% of building occupants prefer naturally ventilated buildings. s Fewer incidents of sick building syndrome are reported. s Occupants are provided with control over their immediate environment. Environmental gains s Significant reduction in emissions of the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2). s Avoids using ozone-depleting substances as refrigerants. CO2 reduction 50% of CO2 emissions in the UK derive from energy consumption in buildings. All buildings, both new and refurbished, must use energy more efficiently to reduce environmental damage. Building Regulations Approved Document L Conservation of fuel and power includes a new performance standard for CO2 emissions, the Carbon Performance Index, which will apply to buildings that are air- conditioned or mechanically ventilated. Index calculations will not be required for naturally-ventilated buildings. System design Good design is based on the principle that adequate ventilation is essential for the health, safety and comfort of building occupants, but that excessive ventilation leads to energy waste and discomfort. Building tightness, good ventilation for occupants and natural ventilation design should be considered together for a successful energy- efficient natural ventilation scheme. Strategies have to be developed for winter and summer. Winter ventilation to maintain good indoor air quality must be balanced against minimising heat losses. Summer ventilation must offset excessive daytime heat gains and provide fresh air distribution.
  • 3. ......................... ...................................................................2 ......................... ...................................................................NATURAL VENTILATION ......................... ................................................................... 3 ......................... ...................................................................THE BACKGROUND The low-energy strategy Low-energy natural ventilation is an increasingly important design strategy for commercial and other non-domestic buildings. In comparison with air conditioning or mechanical ventilation it can bring: s Economic benefits through savings in both capital equipment and running costs. s Environmental benefits in reducing energy use and cutting greenhouse gas emissions. s User benefits in providing controlled, comfortable conditions. Intelligent solutions Current technology and design software combined with sophisticated control systems mean that natural ventilation can provide optimum performance as well as the benefits indicated above. Using the latest techniques, intelligent natural ventilation solutions can be applied to many buildings that would otherwise have defaulted to air conditioning. Early consultation The key to the successful implementation of a natural ventilation strategy is to consider its application during the preliminary stages in the design of a building (preferably at outline proposal stage). Decisions about building plan, orientation and other factors will enable the most effective use to be made of natural ventilation. Clients, developers and building designers should therefore consult natural ventilation experts such as Passivent as early as possible in the design process. PASSIVENT Passivent services Designing natural ventilation systems to be as efficient as possible requires specialised expertise. With its in-house research and design team, Passivent can provide a comprehensive design and advisory service tailored to specific projects, covering both system design and product selection from a range of complementary ventilation strategies. Passivent expertise Since 1983 Passivent has been at the forefront in developing energy-efficient natural ventilation solutions for many kinds of building including student accommodation, nursing homes, flats, offices and schools. As a leading partner in some of the most important research projects in the natural ventilation field, Passivent has also developed a range of products for the natural ventilation of non-domestic buildings. Passivent design software With so many variables in natural ventilation design it is important to understand how the elements interact with each other within the context of the building. A key part of the NatVent™ research project (see overleaf) has been the production of software to assess the various forms of natural ventilation in different types of building. Following on from this Passivent has developed its own advanced software (based on CIBSE AM10) to provide an integrated design approach that takes account of all facets of the ventilation requirement. This software is used to calculate sizes of air inlets and outlets to achieve optimum performance. Passivent products Passivent has developed a range of products (including acoustically treated options) which can be incorporated into natural ventilation systems for commercial buildings. More information on these is available on request. The NatVentTM project NatVentTM is an EC/EU-funded project involving nine partners in seven countries, co-ordinated by the UK Building Research Establishment. Passivent, as one of the NatVentTM partners, has taken a leading role in developing practical solutions for the commercial building sector. The NatVentTM group has carried out an in- depth study of natural ventilation and found that it is an effective design strategy for office buildings in the UK and other European countries with a moderate climate. NatVentTM is now developing ‘smart’ solutions to promote the adoption of natural ventilation across Europe. Benefits The many benefits of naturally ventilated buildings identified by the NatVentTM project include: Cost efficiency s Naturally ventilated buildings typically consume less than half the energy used in air-conditioned buildings. s Initial capital costs are also lower, typically by 15%. s Operating costs can be 40% less in terms of energy consumption. s Due to simplicity and durability of the components, costs are spread over a longer lifetime. s Maintenance costs are significantly lower. s Less space is required for plant rooms and services distribution. Productivity gains s 90% of building occupants prefer naturally ventilated buildings. s Fewer incidents of sick building syndrome are reported. s Occupants are provided with control over their immediate environment. Environmental gains s Significant reduction in emissions of the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2). s Avoids using ozone-depleting substances as refrigerants. CO2 reduction 50% of CO2 emissions in the UK derive from energy consumption in buildings. All buildings, both new and refurbished, must use energy more efficiently to reduce environmental damage. Building Regulations Approved Document L Conservation of fuel and power includes a new performance standard for CO2 emissions, the Carbon Performance Index, which will apply to buildings that are air- conditioned or mechanically ventilated. Index calculations will not be required for naturally-ventilated buildings. System design Good design is based on the principle that adequate ventilation is essential for the health, safety and comfort of building occupants, but that excessive ventilation leads to energy waste and discomfort. Building tightness, good ventilation for occupants and natural ventilation design should be considered together for a successful energy- efficient natural ventilation scheme. Strategies have to be developed for winter and summer. Winter ventilation to maintain good indoor air quality must be balanced against minimising heat losses. Summer ventilation must offset excessive daytime heat gains and provide fresh air distribution.
  • 4. ......................... 5 .................................................................................................. NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES ......................................................................................................................................................................................4 ......................... ......................................................................................................................................................................................NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES Passive stack ventilation Passive stack ventilation (PSV) is the most effective natural ventilation strategy as it uses a combination of cross ventilation, buoyancy and the suction effect as the wind passes the terminal. It can ventilate to twice the depth of cross ventilation as the outlet can be in the centre of a building. It can be an effective night cooling strategy as internal and external temperature differences at night are typically high, so increasing convection. PSV stacks can range from large central atria to local stacks feeding to roof-mounted terminals. Displacement ventilation Displacement ventilation uses roof-mounted terminals with separated chambers to channel air down into the building regardless of wind direction. The cooler, denser air displaces warmer, lighter air upwards, which is drawn out through the leeward chambers of the terminals. This method can be used as part of a night cooling strategy. Night cooling Night cooling uses the lower external temperatures at night to reduce the temperature of the building fabric, by means of automatic ventilation devices. The cooled thermal mass of the building is used the next day to reduce internal temperatures. A night cooling strategy in a suitable building design can reduce peak internal temperatures by 2 - 3ºC the following day. Natural night cooling by lowering the ambient temperatures can delay the use of energy consuming cooling equipment. Single-sided ventilation Single-sided ventilation, usually through large façade opening devices, is mainly driven by wind turbulence. Relatively low ventilation rates are achieved except with penetration depths of less than 21 ⁄2 times the floor-to-ceiling height. Penetration depths are based on typical office occupant densities and are not applicable to higher occupant densities such as teaching spaces and seminar rooms. Cross ventilation Cross ventilation achieves good air change rates driven by pressure differences across the building. This method uses controllable high-capacity inlets/outlets on the building façades, and can achieve penetration depths of up to 5 times the floor-to-ceiling height, based on low occupant densities. SYSTEM CONTROL An efficient and effective natural ventilation system should move air through the building in a carefully designed manner. The sizing and positioning of inlets, stacks and outlets are critical in achieving the correct ventilation performance. Control of systems is also important to ensure maximum effectiveness and provide the correct level of ventilation at minimum energy cost. Control components are available from Passivent that vary from simple occupant controlled devices to intuitive systems triggered by sensors which detect occupancy, temperature, humidity or air quality and C02, matching ventilation to demand. These can be integrated with an overall building management system. SOLAR CONTROL/DAYLIGHTING Solar radiation through windows can be a major contributor to heat gain, and must be minimised for a natural ventilation strategy to be effective. External solar shading is very effective in reducing heat gain in summer while still allowing good daylighting and a useful solar contribution in winter. Correct design to balance these factors is essential. Tubular roof lights offer an excellent solution for balancing daylighting and solar heat gains. Mixed-mode ventilation Natural ventilation alone is not suitable for some rooms due to their depth, internal heat loads or other factors. In these cases some mechanical assistance can be incorporated such as boost fans in outlets. If necessary local comfort cooling devices, such as split air conditioning or chilled ceilings, can be used effectively in co-operation with natural ventilation. BACKGROUND VENTILATION Background ventilation is necessary to provide adequate indoor air quality throughout the year. This can be achieved by various types of façade mounted controllable ventilators usually providing 400mm2 /m2 of floor area or 3 l/s per occupant. RAPID VENTILATION Rapid ventilation is necessary to remove excess temperature from the space and is of prime importance during the summer. This is achieved by a variety of means, of which the principle natural ventilation strategies are detailed below;
  • 5. ......................... 5 .................................................................................................. NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES ......................................................................................................................................................................................4 ......................... ......................................................................................................................................................................................NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES Passive stack ventilation Passive stack ventilation (PSV) is the most effective natural ventilation strategy as it uses a combination of cross ventilation, buoyancy and the suction effect as the wind passes the terminal. It can ventilate to twice the depth of cross ventilation as the outlet can be in the centre of a building. It can be an effective night cooling strategy as internal and external temperature differences at night are typically high, so increasing convection. PSV stacks can range from large central atria to local stacks feeding to roof-mounted terminals. Displacement ventilation Displacement ventilation uses roof-mounted terminals with separated chambers to channel air down into the building regardless of wind direction. The cooler, denser air displaces warmer, lighter air upwards, which is drawn out through the leeward chambers of the terminals. This method can be used as part of a night cooling strategy. Night cooling Night cooling uses the lower external temperatures at night to reduce the temperature of the building fabric, by means of automatic ventilation devices. The cooled thermal mass of the building is used the next day to reduce internal temperatures. A night cooling strategy in a suitable building design can reduce peak internal temperatures by 2 - 3ºC the following day. Natural night cooling by lowering the ambient temperatures can delay the use of energy consuming cooling equipment. Single-sided ventilation Single-sided ventilation, usually through large façade opening devices, is mainly driven by wind turbulence. Relatively low ventilation rates are achieved except with penetration depths of less than 21 ⁄2 times the floor-to-ceiling height. Penetration depths are based on typical office occupant densities and are not applicable to higher occupant densities such as teaching spaces and seminar rooms. Cross ventilation Cross ventilation achieves good air change rates driven by pressure differences across the building. This method uses controllable high-capacity inlets/outlets on the building façades, and can achieve penetration depths of up to 5 times the floor-to-ceiling height, based on low occupant densities. SYSTEM CONTROL An efficient and effective natural ventilation system should move air through the building in a carefully designed manner. The sizing and positioning of inlets, stacks and outlets are critical in achieving the correct ventilation performance. Control of systems is also important to ensure maximum effectiveness and provide the correct level of ventilation at minimum energy cost. Control components are available from Passivent that vary from simple occupant controlled devices to intuitive systems triggered by sensors which detect occupancy, temperature, humidity or air quality and C02, matching ventilation to demand. These can be integrated with an overall building management system. SOLAR CONTROL/DAYLIGHTING Solar radiation through windows can be a major contributor to heat gain, and must be minimised for a natural ventilation strategy to be effective. External solar shading is very effective in reducing heat gain in summer while still allowing good daylighting and a useful solar contribution in winter. Correct design to balance these factors is essential. Tubular roof lights offer an excellent solution for balancing daylighting and solar heat gains. Mixed-mode ventilation Natural ventilation alone is not suitable for some rooms due to their depth, internal heat loads or other factors. In these cases some mechanical assistance can be incorporated such as boost fans in outlets. If necessary local comfort cooling devices, such as split air conditioning or chilled ceilings, can be used effectively in co-operation with natural ventilation. BACKGROUND VENTILATION Background ventilation is necessary to provide adequate indoor air quality throughout the year. This can be achieved by various types of façade mounted controllable ventilators usually providing 400mm2 /m2 of floor area or 3 l/s per occupant. RAPID VENTILATION Rapid ventilation is necessary to remove excess temperature from the space and is of prime importance during the summer. This is achieved by a variety of means, of which the principle natural ventilation strategies are detailed below;
  • 6. .......................................... 7 SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN ................................................................................................ .....................................................................................................................................................................................................6 ......................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN Sustainability can be best defined as “improving the quality of life for all without damaging the environment or the ability of future generations to meet their own needs” Vision 21. Sustainable buildings will encompass all facets of design but include natural ventilation, optimum use of daylighting, high thermal mass, solar shading, improved levels of insulation, use of renewable/ recyclable materials and effective lighting controls. It is important that all members of the design team sign up to the achievement of a common project environmental policy, which acknowledges a commitment to maximise the environmental potential within reasonable constraints. Guidance documents such as BREEAM and SEAM (for schools) can lead a project to produce a successful and sustainable “green building”. Illustrations based on a design produced by Stride Treglown Davies The generic project illustrated opposite demonstrates many of the ventilation and daylight considerations required to achieve a sustainable building. Ground and First Floor Ventilation (illustrations 1 and 2 opposite) The inlet path for natural ventilation is via openable high-level façade devices and windows. The high level openings allow fresh air to pass into the ceiling void and then drop into the space below. This strategy provides cooling of the structure at night during summer months as well as tempering incoming air the next day. In winter this eliminates sources of draughts by opening windows, as the fresh air passing through the ceiling is prewarmed. A degree of external acoustic attenuation is also provided via the ceiling void. The openable windows are used to boost the ventilation rate, whilst providing additional user control of their own environment. The façade and ceiling outlet louvres are insulated, so closure at night and during the morning warm-up period reduces heat loss, whilst the building is unoccupied. These motorised louvres are controlled automatically with manual override facility, to allow user interface. The higher heat gain space is located on the lower floor of the North façade as this experiences the lowest solar gains. A boost fan has been incorporated in this case, providing a mixed mode strategy, for additional air movement during warmer weather. The roof-mounted terminals provide large fixed openings with Class-A rain rejection performance and an AA fire rating. Daylighting and Corridor Ventilation (illustration 3 opposite) External southerly solar shading reduces the external solar gains in summer, whilst the building orientation maximises heat gain and avoids glare during winter. Tubular rooflights allow natural daylight to enter the rear of the rooms. The reduced window area on the South façade, together with solar control glazing, reduces external heat gains. Daylight control is used with efficient artificial lighting to reduce energy usage. Ventilation of the corridor is achieved using insulated openable façade devices at either end. The air is exausted via high level openings in the glazed façade. These motorised louvres are controlled automatically. Illustration 1 Ground Floor Ventilation N S Illustration 2 First Floor Ventilation N S N S Illustration 3 Daylighting and Corridor Ventilation
  • 7. .......................................... 7 SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN ................................................................................................ .....................................................................................................................................................................................................6 ......................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN Sustainability can be best defined as “improving the quality of life for all without damaging the environment or the ability of future generations to meet their own needs” Vision 21. Sustainable buildings will encompass all facets of design but include natural ventilation, optimum use of daylighting, high thermal mass, solar shading, improved levels of insulation, use of renewable/ recyclable materials and effective lighting controls. It is important that all members of the design team sign up to the achievement of a common project environmental policy, which acknowledges a commitment to maximise the environmental potential within reasonable constraints. Guidance documents such as BREEAM and SEAM (for schools) can lead a project to produce a successful and sustainable “green building”. Illustrations based on a design produced by Stride Treglown Davies The generic project illustrated opposite demonstrates many of the ventilation and daylight considerations required to achieve a sustainable building. Ground and First Floor Ventilation (illustrations 1 and 2 opposite) The inlet path for natural ventilation is via openable high-level façade devices and windows. The high level openings allow fresh air to pass into the ceiling void and then drop into the space below. This strategy provides cooling of the structure at night during summer months as well as tempering incoming air the next day. In winter this eliminates sources of draughts by opening windows, as the fresh air passing through the ceiling is prewarmed. A degree of external acoustic attenuation is also provided via the ceiling void. The openable windows are used to boost the ventilation rate, whilst providing additional user control of their own environment. The façade and ceiling outlet louvres are insulated, so closure at night and during the morning warm-up period reduces heat loss, whilst the building is unoccupied. These motorised louvres are controlled automatically with manual override facility, to allow user interface. The higher heat gain space is located on the lower floor of the North façade as this experiences the lowest solar gains. A boost fan has been incorporated in this case, providing a mixed mode strategy, for additional air movement during warmer weather. The roof-mounted terminals provide large fixed openings with Class-A rain rejection performance and an AA fire rating. Daylighting and Corridor Ventilation (illustration 3 opposite) External southerly solar shading reduces the external solar gains in summer, whilst the building orientation maximises heat gain and avoids glare during winter. Tubular rooflights allow natural daylight to enter the rear of the rooms. The reduced window area on the South façade, together with solar control glazing, reduces external heat gains. Daylight control is used with efficient artificial lighting to reduce energy usage. Ventilation of the corridor is achieved using insulated openable façade devices at either end. The air is exausted via high level openings in the glazed façade. These motorised louvres are controlled automatically. Illustration 1 Ground Floor Ventilation N S Illustration 2 First Floor Ventilation N S N S Illustration 3 Daylighting and Corridor Ventilation
  • 8. .................................................. ...................................................................FURTHER INFORMATION ProducedbyTedHastings/RackleyDesign ................................................................... PASSIVENT LIMITED 2 Brooklands Road, Sale, Cheshire M33 3SS Tel: 0161-962 7113 Fax: 0161-905 2085 Email: info@passivent.com Web: www.passivent.com Passivent Limited maintains a policy of continuous development and reserves the right to amend product specifications without notice. A member of the Building Product Design Group ...................... ...................... Passivent products Passivent product ranges include: Passivent high-capacity roof terminals for PSV systems. Passivent Aircool wall ventilators for air inlet/outlet in PSV and cross ventilation systems; installed in masonry, curtain walling or windows. Passivent Tricklevent window-mounted units for background ventilation. Passivent Airscoop roof-mounted units for displacement ventilation (direct or ducted). Kingfisher solar shading louvres. Separate literature is available for these products on request. Quality assurance Passivent products are designed and manufactured under an independently monitored quality assurance scheme to BS EN ISO 9001. ................... ................................................................... .................... CI/SfB (57) Uniclass L7535 December 2003 NATURAL VENTILATION FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS Tredomen Innovation Centre, Drawings kindly provided by KJG Parnership and reproduced with permission BRE’s Environmental Building