Smoke Reservoirs #2
January 16, 2017After last month’s article, I decided to explore a few projects to discuss some common errors related to smoke reservoir sizing that I observe on a regular basis…
Sol Plaatje University – Finalist in SAISC Steel Awards 2016
November 15, 2016The Annual Steel Awards which are hosted by the Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) in partnership with BSi Steel aim to showcase projects…
Fusible link ventilators
October 20, 2016The concept of “Rational Fire Design” refers to the detailed design of fire safety and prevention, undertaken by an individual competent in fire engineering. A Rational Design is therefore one of the alternative ways to comply with SANS 10400…
Smoke control – it’s serious
October 20, 2016We need to take a moment and get our heads around the EN 12101 code.
This code has undoubtedly generated the most heated discussions and debates I have ever come across. I can summarise the majority of the discussions with the well-known quote, “Ignorance is bliss” – a colloquial version of the quote by Gayle Lynds…
Leading Architecture & Design – Oct/Nov 2016
October 15, 2016At the 2016 SAPOA Innovative Excellence Awards, GLH Architects was announced the Winner for best corporate office for their design of the Multichoice City complex. Robertson Ventilation Industries (RVI) proudly contributed the automated external light control solution…
Architectural Solutions Advert
October 1, 2016The Architectural Solutions division of RVI supplies bespoke aesthetic thermal and light control façade solutions, which directly impact on the energy requirements of a building. RVI boasts the in-house ability to design, engineer and manufacture, as well as install and commission application-specific custom solar shading systems for any building application or process…
Customised louvres & shading boxes for Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital
September 22, 2016Constructing a state-of-the-art children’s hospital was conceptualised by the late Nelson Mandela who wished to make world-class healthcare available to the children of Southern Africa.
Contributing to Innovative Excellence
September 22, 2016The South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) 2016 convention and property exhibition was held last month where the winners of the 2016 SAPOA Innovative Excellence Awards were announced…
A breath of fresh air for Robertson Ventilation Industries
September 20, 2016Robertson Ventilation Industries [RVI], operating from Modderfontein Industrial Complex in Gauteng, launched their new brand strategy