7 steps to a TermoDeck building

 

Due to the nature of the system, the TermoDeck concept must be introduced in the very early stages of design of a new building project (usually 36-60 months prior to construction). TermoDeck's design process requires an investment of expertise and engineering capacity for the life of a project.

 

1. Feasibility study

Client and architects discuss building proposal and concepts for low energy strategies
Conduct initial feasibility study and costs and benefits estimated

2. Initial building design

Initial orientation, building envelope and structural methods considered and occupancy details provided
Initial thermal modelling and SBEM-type calculations
Costs budgeted

3. Detailed building design

Full thermal modelling and solar shading
Plant and duct sizes, air flows and floor configurations considered
Design is finalised and ready for tender

4. Contractor appointments

TermoDeck contact potential main contractors
Costs of TermoDeck, separate hollowcore flooring costs and HVAC accurately represented, including savings (eg suspended ceilings)
TermoDeck quote each tendering contractor
Quotes for hollowcore obtained from suppliers who meet the specifications
Principal contractor, mechanical contractor and TermoDeck appointed and orders placed

5. Construction

Site work begins - frame erected and hollowcore flooring fitted
TermoDeck site teams modify standard hollowcore in-situation
Building is completed including installation of BMS (Building Management System)
Building pressure test witnessed by TermoDeck

6. Commission

Control strategy formulated and commissioned - assisted by TermoDeck
Specialist contractor balances system to agreed rates
TermoDeck visit and inspect before building is made ready for use and client occupies building

7. Monitoring

Monitor remotely through the BMS and facilities manager can send information
Monitoring for up to 2 years, the building is observed through summer/winter cycles
Adjustments made to the BMS if required