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December 2014 Newsletter Number 80 The opening of Stage 1 of Echuca Regional Health’s redevelopment was a major milestone in the hospital’s 130-year history of delivering care to communities along the Murray River, bordering NSW & Victoria. The public hospital has been providing health services to the Murray region since 1882 when the first patient was admitted; however in recent years the facilities had become dated and inadequate for the current needs. In 2010 1,600 people rallied in the hospital grounds to highlight the desperate need for a new public hospital. This led to State and Federal Government funding of $65.6 million to redevelop and expand the hospital. Echuca Regional Health Executive Project Manager Mark Hooper said the redevelopment involved rebuilding the acute care services and emergency department as well as the front entrance, pharmacy and health information services. “The project allowed us to improve patient comfort, increase the building’s energy efficiencies and lift the hospital’s capacity by 66%, with bed numbers rising from 68 to 113,” he said. Construction for Stage 1 began in 2013 and was completed in June 2014. Patient rooms now include an en-suite, computer and electronic call system for improved communication within the hospital. Mark said the HVAC system had been designed to create greater patient comfort by allowing them to control the environment in their room. Brett Seeney, an Associate with WSP Consultants, Melbourne, worked closely with Mark to design the HVAC system. The innovative design earned WSP the AIRAH Award for ‘Excellence in Innovation’, 2014. “We wanted to create a 100% fresh air system with maximum energy efficiency. To help achieve this Brett’s HVAC system design started with Rickard electronic Variable Air Volume (VAV) diffusers. The air conditioning system and energy recovery units were then built around them. The VAV diffusers help create a well ventilated indoor environment that maintains a consistent and comfortable temperature,” Mark said. “Stage 1 of the project has 280 Rickard VAV diffusers connected to variable speed AHUs supplying air via insulated solid ducting. There is no flexible duct and the system uses static regain duct-work which ensures a constant amount of pressure to each diffuser. The diffuser aperture opens and closes depending on the volume of hot or cold air required in the room and the resulting change in pressure in the ductwork signals the air conditioning system to speed up or slow down as required.” Each room has a VAV diffuser supply and return, with two supplies fitted in the larger rooms. “We were mindful that patients need to rest while in Image by dwp Suters Image by dwp Suters Image by dwp Suters Hospital redevelopment Hospital redevelopment a major win for River Murray River Murray Community hospital and as a result the system pressure was reduced from 50Pa to 35Pa to remove all noise from the diffusers,” he said. Mark said further energy efficiencies were gained by having triple glazed windows in the bedrooms and a rooftop solar field to provide energy for the chilled water system. The overall result is designed to achieve one of the lowest energy footprints per square metre of any hospital in Victoria. The focus is now on Stage 2 which will include an expanded emergency department, a six-bed short medical assessment and procedure unit and upgrades to maternity services. It will also see construction of the pharmacy, a spiritual space, and an aesthetic landscaping design. The project is due to be complete in September 2015. The innovative design earned WSP the AIRAH Award for ‘Excellence in Innovation’, 2014.

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Company newsletter issue 80 December 2014

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December 2014Newsletter Number 80

The opening of Stage 1 of Echuca Regional Health’s redevelopment was a major milestone in the hospital’s 130-year history of delivering care to communities along the Murray River, bordering NSW & Victoria.

The public hospital has been providing health services to the Murray region since 1882 when the first patient was admitted; however in recent years the facilities had become dated and inadequate for the current needs. In 2010 1,600 people rallied in the hospital grounds to highlight the desperate need for a new public hospital. This led to State and Federal Government funding of $65.6 million to redevelop and expand the hospital.

Echuca Regional Health Executive Project Manager Mark Hooper said the redevelopment involved rebuilding the acute care services and emergency department as well as the front entrance, pharmacy and health information services. “The project allowed us to improve patient comfort, increase the building’s energy efficiencies and lift the hospital’s capacity by 66%, with bed numbers rising from 68 to 113,” he said.

Construction for Stage 1 began in 2013 and was completed in June 2014. Patient rooms now include an en-suite, computer and electronic call system for improved communication within the hospital. Mark said the HVAC system had been designed to create greater patient comfort by allowing them to control the environment in their room.

Brett Seeney, an Associate with WSP Consultants, Melbourne, worked closely with Mark to design the HVAC system. The innovative design earned WSP the AIRAH Award for ‘Excellence in Innovation’, 2014.

“We wanted to create a 100% fresh air system with maximum energy efficiency. To help achieve this Brett’s HVAC system design started with Rickard electronic Variable Air Volume (VAV) diffusers. The air conditioning system and energy recovery units were then built around them. The VAV diffusers help create a well ventilated indoor environment that maintains a consistent and comfortable temperature,” Mark said.

“Stage 1 of the project has 280 Rickard VAV diffusers connected to variable speed AHUs supplying air via insulated solid ducting. There is no flexible duct and the system uses static regain duct-work which ensures a constant amount of pressure to each diffuser. The diffuser aperture opens and closes depending on the volume of hot or cold air required in the room and the resulting change in pressure in the ductwork signals the air conditioning system to speed up or slow down as required.”

Each room has a VAV diffuser supply and return, with two supplies fitted in the larger rooms. “We were mindful that patients need to rest while in

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hospital and as a result the system pressure was reduced from 50Pa to 35Pa to remove all noise from the diffusers,” he said.

Mark said further energy efficiencies were gained by having triple glazed windows in the bedrooms and a rooftop solar field to provide energy for the chilled water system. The overall result is designed to achieve one of the lowest energy footprints per square metre of any hospital in Victoria.

The focus is now on Stage 2 which will include an expanded emergency department, a six-bed short medical assessment and procedure unit and upgrades to maternity services. It will also see construction of the pharmacy, a spiritual space, and an aesthetic landscaping design. The project is due to be complete in September 2015.

The innovative design earned WSP

the AIRAH Award for ‘Excellence in Innovation’, 2014.

A number of new types of low profile plastic duct have recently been released onto the Australian market. It is important for specifiers and installers to ensure the new product meets Australian standards and is compliant with the Building Code of Australia (BCA). This article sets out to clarify any confusion that exists around use of these products in building services.

BCA ComplianceIn 2012, the Australian standard for ducting was re-written and split into two separate standards; AS4254.1 2012 Ductwork for air-handling systems in buildings - Flexible duct, and AS4254.2 2012 Ductwork for air-handling systems in buildings - Rigid Duct. The BCA referenced these new standards in BCA2013. Low profile plastic duct is classified as rigid duct and therefore AS4254.2 2012 is the relevant standard.

Spec C1.10 of the BCA2013 states “Rigid and flexible ductwork in a Class 2 to 9 building must comply with the fire hazard properties set out in AS4254 Parts 1 and 2”. As the previous version (AS4254:1995) did not have fire hazard properties, there were no fire requirements to meet. This has changed with the introduction of fire hazard properties into AS4254.2:2012.

AS4254 Part 2 Clause 2.1.2 has the following minimum requirements for a Deemed-to-Satisfy solution:

2.1.2 Rigid DuctworkMaterials used for the construction of rigid ductwork shall comply with the following requirements:

a) The assembled duct system shall have a smoke developed index not greater than ‘3’ and spread of flame index not greater than ‘0’ when separately tested in accordance with AS/NZS 1530.3.

b) The assembled duct system shall pass the UL181 burning test.

Therefore in order to comply with the Deemed-to-Satisfy provisions of the BCA, low profile duct must meet these requirements.

Expected resultsMost low profile ducting is made of uPVC. Table A1 of AS/NZS1530.3 states that Rigid uPVC sheet is most likely to have the following indices:

The table suggests that uPVC sheet does not comply with the Deemed to Satisfy provisions of the BCA and therefore a test certificate that shows data with a Spread of flame index of ‘0’ and a Smoke developed index of ‘3’ or less should be questioned for legitimacy. The UL181burning test is also required and the low profile duct should have certification showing that it also passes this test.

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Deemed to Satisfy?A building solution will comply with the BCA if it satisfies the performance requirements as per clause A0.5 of the BCA.

A0.5 Meeting the Performance requirementsCompliance with the Performance requirements can only be achieved by –

a) Complying with the Deemed-to-Satisfy provisions; or

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c) A combination of (a) and (b)

If ductwork is tested to AS/NZS 1530.3 and UL181 by a registered testing authority and it passes all requirements, it is considered Deemed-to-Satisfy and would therefore comply with the BCA. However if the tested ductwork does not meet these fire properties it is not Deemed-to-Satisfy and an alternative solution that shows compliance with the BCA performance clauses is required.

Non-compliant productIn August 2014 the ACCC initiated a recall of Infinity and Olsent branded electrical cabling due to them failing the required ageing tests in AS/NZS 5000.2:2006 which meant the insulation could become prematurely brittle with age. This recall will require replacement of accessible cable that may pose a safety concern in up to 40,000 homes and businesses. The importer Infinity Cable Co Pty Ltd is currently in liquidation and as a result the cable resellers in Australia are now responsible for the remediation work.

This example illustrates that there can be significant costs associated with non-compliant product, but it may also compromise the safety of a building and the people that occupy it. The risks and expense of having to replace large amounts of non-compliant duct from a project must be considered. The example emphasises the importance of only using low profile duct that has been tested and complies with the performance requirements of the BCA.

A Fire Engineering Assessment on Fantech’s low profile plastic duct system has been completed. The results show that it meets the BCA performance requirements and it therefore complies with the BCA subject to the limitations contained in the assessment.

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Fans by FantechProduct Selection Program

Personalising your Schedules

Late last year Fantech’s subsidiary Eltafantech Asia appointed Rahemmy Razali as its new business development manager.

Known as Emmy, she is working closely with the sales and marketing team to promote Eltafantech products into the Malaysia markets. Her role includes visiting consultants and contractors to present information on the range of Eltafantech products, optimising product selections and applications and how these can help reduce costs through improved efficiencies.

A locally born Malaysian, Emmy was glad to return to Kuala Lumpur after several years working in marketing and the supply co-ordination of products to the construction industries in the Middle East and South East Asia.

“I am looking forward to creating excitement in the local market and helping to spread the word on how Eltafantech’s high quality products and superior after-sales service can achieve greater results and better customer satisfaction,” she said.

Since update 5.2.12 was released in August this year, the Fantech Product Selection Program gives you the option to customise each new project schedule with your company name by default. Click on the Settings button, look for the Personalise section and enter your company name under the Contractor and/or Consultant name, whichever is applicable.

Whenever you create a new schedule in the program, your company name will automatically appear in the relevant Contractor or Consultant box.

Version 5.2 of the Selection Program can be downloaded from our website, www.fantech.com.au. Remember to use the auto-updater to make sure you’ve got all the latest features.

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The Northern Territory building industry has been given a boost with a new office and Skills Centre for the Housing Industry Association (HIA). Located in the new Berrimah Corporate Park, the new building includes administration offices, a workshop and training room.

HIA Regional Director NT Robert Harding, said the centre was built to cater for the needs of the construction industry and training of young apprentices in the Northern Territory, one of the fastest growing economies in the country.

“This centre provides a state-of-the-art facility for the education of members of the construction industry so they can complete Certificate 4 in Building, which is a necessary requirement to obtain a builders’ licence,” he said. “Training started in July immediately after the opening of the centre and we are now in our second term of Certificate 4. We have also commenced our first vocational training course in concrete and blockwork.”

As the official body of Australia’s home building industry, HIA had made sure their new centre showcased quality products and workmanship. Fantech’s Darwin office supplied mechanical contractor AAMS with three BladeTec High Volume, Low Speed (HVLS) fans for the HIA centre through reseller Stuart Heinemann of Air Diffusion Agencies.

“Ceiling fans were specified for the workshop and training room, which are large open spaces with high ceilings to allow for small machinery and other equipment to be used. We offered the BladeTec units as a cost effective, efficient and quiet alternative to the standard air movement units in the market, and the customer could see the obvious benefits,” Stuart said.

BladeTec HVLS fans move a large volume of air efficiently and quietly, so they do not disrupt the lessons. Each BladeTec fan

has three aluminium blades which have a unique contour and twist design for maximum air movement and low noise. The air movement helps create a feeling of freshness that results in a more productive and comfortable environment for occupants.

“Safety was also a concern in the workshop where there is movement of people and machinery. The high mounting position of BladeTec fans and the absence of power cords or extension leads made them an ideal choice with minimal safety risk,” he said.

HIA’s Skills Centre was officially opened by the Deputy Prime Minister, Warren Truss on 25 July, 2014.

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John Bent retiresA 26 year journey from Fantech’s NSW branch to Elta’s head office in the UK draws to a close for Fantech Business Development Director John Bent.

John will retire to enjoy time travelling overseas with wife Kim, but remains a Non-Executive Director of Fantech’s Malaysian business, Eltafantech, and will continue to assist the Elta Group in the UK on a periodical basis.

“I will miss the people at Fantech. They are the company’s greatest asset and it has been an honour and pleasure to work with a great team of professionals over the years,” he said. “I have received enormous satisfaction watching people who I personally employed, develop and contribute towards the company’s success.”

John himself has been integral to the company’s growth, particularly in NSW where he drove the push into the reseller market. “The idea was to provide greater exposure for Fantech products and alternative outlets for customers,” he said. “Progress was initially slow while we proved ourselves, and today the reseller market is an important component of Fantech’s national sales.”

During a large portion of his time at Fantech John has held national sales roles, which allowed him to interact with all the sales offices and staff around Australia. In more recent times his work has taken in periods at Elta Head Office in the UK. These interactions with staff in different locations have been instrumental in bringing ideas to the table and sharing information between the various business units. The significance of John’s leadership role within Fantech was officially recognised in 2000 when he was made Sales Director of Fantech Australia.

A keen sportsman, John still runs most weekends and on the mornings he isn’t working. In early October he completed a marathon in Jersey with Chairman David Ball, but that will be his last as he enjoys his retirement with Kim and loveable King Charles Spaniel, Oliver.

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New EC fans expand energy effi ciency optionsFantech has demonstrated its ongoing commitment to developing solutions for energy sustainable commercial buildings by expanding its Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) range of fans and control ancillaries. These DCV systems are efficient and cost effective, with lower energy requirements that can lead to a reduction in a building’s running costs and lower its environmental impact.

To complement Fantech’s extensive range of MEPS fans, additional Electronically Commutated (EC) fans have been introduced to the range. These EC fans utilise integrated electronics and a secondary magnetic field that comes from permanent magnets rather than copper windings to minimise energy loss from the system.

An EC fan is most efficient when installed as part of a Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) system. Sensors monitor the ambient conditions in a space and provide real time feedback to the fan. The fan’s on-board microprocessor reads this feedback and adjusts its speed, modulating the ventilation rate to match the specific requirements of the area. DCV ensures that the fan works at full speed when demand requires it, but in periods of low demand, fan speed drops accordingly and a significant reduction in energy consumption is achieved.

Product News

Fantech’s range of fans with EC motors now includes Short Case Axial in-line units and Compact 2000 wall units. The Gamma EC Series has been extended with down flow exhaust and supply air models added and a greater range of sizes to the vertical discharge series. The GL Gamma roof exhaust range has also been expanded, as has the Powerline inline EC fan series which now includes 7 models. Most of the EC fans are now available in sizes from 250mm to 630mm and are complemented by an extensive range of high quality controllers and sensors to maximise the opportunities for energy efficiency.

Most models within the new EC range can be supplied individually factory configured by Fantech to a customer’s parameters and the environment they will operate in. Fantech’s unique configuration software utilises the internal intelligence of an EC fan to provide a simple and cost effective EC fan or DCV solution.

The new extended EC fan range with Fantech’s innovative DCV capabilities is a time saving solution that does not require installers to have specialised control programming knowledge and ensures onsite wiring and commissioning are kept to a minimum.

Contact your local Fantech office for further information on our DCV energy saving solutions including both EC and AC fan configurations.

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2525 Years YearsTina JordanFantech NSW - Store ClerkFantech NSW - Store Clerk

When Tina started as a data entry clerk at Fantech’s NSW branch there was a handful of office staff. “As the business expanded we rented the factory space across the road. As a result the boys were getting overwhelmed with the paperwork so I began helping out in the storeroom,” she said.” I enjoy talking to customers and letting them know goods are ready for collection.” Away from the factory Tina enjoys watching sport and travelling within Australia.

A life time of service

15 15 YearsYearsShannon BayleyIdealair Group NSW - Branch SupervisorIdealair Group NSW - Branch SupervisorShannon started in assembly, moving to quality control, sales at Fantech NSW and then branch supervisor for The Ventilation Warehouse, now the Idealair Group. “I like the variety of products we offer and interacting with a wide customer base,” he said. Shannon enjoys going to the gym, playing rugby league and spending time with family, or on his Harley.

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20 20 YearsYearsMitch JeffreyFantech VIC - Internal Sales Engineer Fantech VIC - Internal Sales Engineer

Mitch has worked in both export and internal sales, generating quotes, providing solutions and guiding product selections for customers. Mitch says the digital age has added complexity to projects, but this keeps the job interesting and challenging. He likes unusual projects where he has to think outside the square. “I’d like to thank Glen Harries for employing me and the late Jack Pirie for supporting me through some bad times,” he said.

10 Years10 YearsChristine ThompsonFantech VIC - Quality Systems ManagerFantech VIC - Quality Systems ManagerChristine worked at Fantech for 11 years, left to have her son and then came back for another 10. Originally employed as a supervisor in the Accounts Department, Christine returned to an administration role in the Engineering/Quality Department and more recently was promoted to Quality Systems Manager. “I love the challenge and variety of my current role. One day I could be doing reports and the next day I could be interstate conducting audits or helping someone to improve a process,” she said. In her spare time she likes to walk and be active in charity work.

Ashleigh StrideBurra Sheetmetal VIC,Burra Sheetmetal VIC,Turret Punch OperatorTurret Punch OperatorAshleigh likes the consistency of his work, punching flat sheets of metal into shapes that are then folded. “Burra Sheetmetal looks after its staff and promotes from inside the company,” he said. In his spare time Ashleigh breeds thoroughbred horses and enjoys riding motor bikes.

10 Years10 YearsPatrick MoynihanFantech VIC - Production/ Fantech VIC - Production/ Site Technical ManagerSite Technical ManagerPat’s eye for quality has seen him move from QA assistant to his current position looking after the assembly and manufacture of Fantech products at the Melbourne facility. “I like to see things completed and enjoy the challenge of looking after 25 people to see this happens smoothly,” he said. Pat is a volunteer fire fighter with the Skye Country Fire Authority.

10 Years10 YearsSunil RajbhandariFantech VIC - Senior Purchasing OfficerFantech VIC - Senior Purchasing OfficerSunil began working at Fantech as an assembler, then as an inventory controller and most recently has been promoted to Senior Purchasing Officer. “Each day is challenging, communicating with suppliers to ensure delivery dates are met and keeping a close eye on inventory so that customer orders can be fulfilled,” he said. Away from the office he enjoys spending quality time with his two young children.

Richard HargreavesFantech NSW - Warehouse Leading HandFantech NSW - Warehouse Leading HandRick has worked his way up from storeman to become leading hand at the NSW Fantech warehouse. “I work with a good bunch of people and together we get great satisfaction from getting goods out to customers on time,” he said. Rick likes playing golf, fishing and watching motor sports.

Fantech recognises the important contribution of its staff to the success of the company and thanks them, particularly those who have reached 10 or more years of service.

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Faircloth & Reynolds celebrates 30 year milestone

there is currently no known cure.

The MS 24 Hour Mega Swim events are held at pools throughout Australia and involve teams of up to 15 participants swimming laps for a grueling 24 hours to raise funds for the “Go For Gold” program. In the last financial year the program raised just over 5 million dollars.

For further information, or if you would like to get involved, visit www.megaswim.com

24 Hour Mega effort for MS24 Hour Mega effort for MSFantech is continuing its tradition this year by donating funds, otherwise used to buy Christmas cards, to a worthy charity. This Christmas the donation will go to Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Australia to help support the “Go For Gold” scholarships through their 24 Hour Mega Swim program.

The scholarships are awarded to people living with MS and provide the opportunity to significantly change their lives in areas such as employment, education, travel and sport. Multiple Sclerosis is an auto-immune disease of the central nervous system which now effects over 23,700 Australians,

satisfaction,” Peter said.”And they appear happy too. We have various employees who have been part of our company for over 20 years and that is something we are very proud of.”

There are now in excess of 200 staff working in offices in Coffs Harbour, Armidale, Port Macquarie, Ballina, Sydney, Darwin and Brisbane.

Advances in communication have helped spur this expansion. Peter said there were no mobile phones in 1984 and he recalls the introduction of audible pagers in 1986 telling him to call a customer. “Communication is an important part of any modern business and is integral in providing a rapid response 24 hour, 7 day a week service,” he said.

Another area of change is being lead by the increasing concern of energy use and its effect on the environment. “Faircloth & Reynolds are continually investigating the advancements in technology and are looking at ways via design and manufacture to address those concerns,” David said.

“On many occasions Fantech has helped out, with their energy efficient products and systems and product delivery within a tight deadline. We look forward to working with Fantech in the future and value the business partnership that has been formed over the past 30 years.”

Fantech congratulate Faircloth & Reynolds on reaching their 30 year milestone.

Peter Faircloth and David Reynolds worked well together as apprentices and teamed up to form Faircloth & Reynolds in December 1984.

The pair acknowledged a need for strong customer service and competitive pricing. “We were straight forward in all our dealings with customers, giving them value for money and going out of our way to service their needs whenever it was required - these values have not changed since we started,” David said.

Built on this foundation Faircloth & Reynolds has grown to become one of the largest privately owned air conditioning and refrigeration companies on the east coast.

Like many long established businesses, staff have played a crucial role in ensuring the reputation of the business is kept positive and reliable. “I’m very happy with the diversification within our staff and their ability to produce great customer

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