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Welcome to the Golden Anniversary issue of Building Services News, marking 50 years of continuous publication. Over the last half-century the journal has evolved in tandem with developments and innovations in the CELEBRATING industry, not just reflecting those changes but also helping to promote them 1964-2014 and spearhead their acceptance. Right from the outset Building Services News has been an integral part of Ireland’s building services industry and not just a magazine serving the sector. Publisher and Editor Pat Lehane sits on the executive of most of the industry professional and trade representative bodies and the journal has been instrumental in the establishment of many of these organisations. In addition, Building Services News plays a major role in promoting and facilitating cross-over activity between these bodies, and provides secretariat support and accommodation addresses for many. It also guides and champions many industry causes, coordinating joint activities into lobbying and petitioning Published by: Pressline Ltd, Carraig Court, George’s Avenue, Blackrock, Co Dublin. groups to act on behalf of the industry as a whole. Tel: 01-288 5001/2/3 Fax: 01-288 6966 Building Services News provides the industry with saturation coverage of the email: [email protected] building services sector. It is available in three formats – the print edition which web: www.buildingservicesnews.com is posted directly to individually-named industry personnel; the web edition, www.pressline.ie which is freely available to all; and the Facebook page, which is inter-linked Publisher and Editor: Pat Lehane Advertisement Director: Joe Warren with the web edition. Origination and Design: Pressline Ltd. To all of you participating with us in this celebratory golden anniversary Tel: 01 - 288 5001 edition we say thank you. A small number of you have been dealing with the Printed by: Swift Print Solutions (SPS) publication since day one, while many others have been trading partners for a © All editorial contents and all advertisements prepared by the publishers, Pressline Ltd. considerable number of years. Of course there are also those of you who have

• Tokyo welcomed the world to writer, novelist and playwright the first Asian Olympics as Abebe Brendan Behan. 1964 Bikila of Ethiopia became the • Eleven men went on trial at first runner to win consecutive Buckinghamshire in England Olympic marathons. charged in connection with the • The Abbey Theatre in Dublin Great Train Robbery. closed in mourning as a mark of • The musical film Mary Poppins, respect for playwright Sean • The early death occurred in starring Julie Andrews, famously O’Casey who had passed away. Dublin of Irish poet, short story won five Oscar Awards.

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joined us in recent years. In marking the occasion our collective vision should, and is, on the future. In perusing the archives spanning 50 years we now realise how lucky we are to be part of such a vibrant, dynamic industry sector. In the early days the role of building services was perhaps under-rated by society in general. Today, that has changed. Rising energy costs, a demand for more comfortable home and working environments, and a genuine sense of social responsibility in respect of the environment has put building services centre stage. What an opportunity – the future for the industry is bright and secure! However, commercial success is only part of the story. The building services sector is also very much about people, and about a work/social interactive balance. We have been lucky to have made many friends down through the years. Sadly, some of them are no longer with us. We dedicate this issue to their memory.

Pat and Joe Advertising and Sales Director Joe Warren (left) with Publisher and Editor Pat Lehane.

• The first car ferry service • Great Train Robber Ronnie between Rosslare and Fishguard Biggs escaped from Wandsworth was officially launched. Prison and fled to Brazil after • Roger Casement (hanged in serving 15 months of a 30-year Pentonville Prison in 1916) was sentence for his part in the crime. honoured with a state funeral and • The general election gave reburial in Glasnevin Cemetery. Fianna Fáil an overall majority • The legendary Arkle, universally Hunt horse of all time, won the and Seán Lemass continued as heralded as the greatest National Cheltenham Gold Cup. Taoiseach. 1965 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 3 1966-67 Hitachi:Layout 1 30/01/2015 10:32 Page 1

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Hitachi – engineered CELEBRATING 1964-2014 excellence … naturally!

Hitachi Air Conditioning Europe SAS (HACE) relevant national and European regulations represents the global giant’s air conditioning, epitomise the entire product portfolio, while refrigeration, heating and ventilation the level of technical support, design assistance operations across all European markets, and after-sales service provided is of an including sales, manufacturing, technical equally-high calibre. and service operations. The Hitachi portfolio caters for all possible With headquarters in France, there are project applications and includes compact and regional offices in Ireland, Germany, Italy, stylish room air conditioners; the unique Hitachi’s range of Russia, Spain and the UK, including a state-of- System Free concept; Utopia IVX Centrifugal innovative heating and the-art manufacturing facility and customer units; Set Free FSXN and FSXNH VRF offering training centre near Barcelona. Fergus Daly is 2-pipe heat pump or 3-pipe heat recovery from cooling products for Area Sales Manager for Ireland while Martin a single unit; air source heat pumps including home, commercial and O’Brien heads up the applications and the Yutaki-ST all-in-one space saving indoor technical support team. unit; and Hitachi’s Samurai chillers with world industrial applications Quality, innovation and compliance with renowned reliability. are skilfully engineered for seasonal efficiency. Equipped with a range of flexible and energy-saving features, there’s a solution for every situation, along with a 5-year warranty. Hitachi – engineered

excellence … naturally! Exterior and interior views of the Hitachi Yutaki-ST

• England, led by Alf Ramsey, • A slag heap containing defeated Germany to win the unwanted rock from the local 1966 1966 World Cup Final with a coal mine slid down Merthyr hugely controversial Geoff Hurst Mountain in Aberfan, Wales goal in extra-time. killing 144 people, 116 of whom • Nelson’s Pillar in O’Connell were young children. Street, Dublin was blown up, • Exactly 15 years after it burned probably by Irish Republican 50th anniversary of the 1916 down, the new Abbey Theatre in sympathisers marking the year’s Easter Rising. Dublin was opened.

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Emphasising Hitachi’s commitment to the environment, all products are made in factories with ISO9001 and ISO14001 certification, carry the necessary “CE” declaration markings, and are fully ErP-compliant where the legislation and application calls for it.

New for 2015 Hitachi Hitachi’s room air conditioning (RAC) Samurai range has undergone significant RCME-AH air Fergus Daly, Hitachi Area Sales improvements for 2015 including an cooled chiller Manager, Ireland entirely new Multizone line-up of eight models. Ranging from 3.3kW to 10.6kW, the new Multizone outdoor units have better efficiency and About Hitachi heating performance, reduced Hitachi Ltd, with headquarters in Japan, is a leading standby power consumption and global electronics company with approximately lower noise levels. They can connect 326,000 employees worldwide and turnover in the to up to six indoor units. region of €85 billion. The updated indoor unit range Established in 1910 as an electrical repair shop, includes new Shirokuma and Hitachi’s growth and development over the last century has been phenomenal. Today the emphasis Performance wall-mounted, as well is on social innovation across all markets served. Martin O’Brien, Hitachi as floor-mounted and ducted units, These include air-conditioning and refrigeration Applications and Technical with efficiencies of A+ or A++ across systems; infrastructure systems; Support Manager, Ireland the entire range. information and telecommunications; power There are also new water-cooled, systems; construction air-cooled and condenserless machinery; high functional models in the Samurai chiller range, material and while the Utopia IVX Centrifugal components; automotive (RASC) range has been extended to systems and include 4/6/8 and 12HP models. These many others. are in addition to the existing 5HP and 10HP units.

To find out more call Hitachi on +353 126 4406 Email [email protected] or visit hitachiaircon.com | hitachiheating.com

• Taoiseach Jack Lynch and release of the chart-topping “Sgt. Northern Ireland Prime Minister Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band”. Terence O’Neill met for talks in • The death occurred of renowned Stormont. Lynch’s car was pelted poet Patrick Kavanagh who was by Ian Paisley and his supporters. buried in his native Monaghan. • Boxer Muhammad Ali was • The British government stopped stripped of his world boxing title all horse racing to prevent the for refusing to be inducted into • The Beatles continued to reign spread of the Foot and Mouth the US Army. supreme in the charts with the epidemic in Britain. 1967 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 5 1968-69 Panasonic:Layout 1 30/01/2015 14:03 Page 1

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A world of heating and CELEBRATING 1964-2014 cooling products

With more than 50 years experience, selling facilities, restaurants, etc. They offer optimum to more than 120 countries around the world, performance, maximum efficiencies, excellent Panasonic is unquestionably one of the market energy savings, long-life operation and leaders in the heating and cooling sector. The regulations/standards compliance. brand has been represented in Ireland since In heating there are the standard units, the early 1990s but Panasonic established its along with high-temperature units and of own wholly-owned operation in 2011 with course T-Cap that delivers 100% heating in Vincent Mahony at the helm as General ambient temperatures down to -15ºC. ‘Recognising our Manager, and Tony Duffy in charge of service On the air conditioning front there are responsibilities as and technical support. room air conditioners, heat recovery units, Panasonic Ireland offers an extensive range commercial splits, VRF (electric) and the industrialists, we of innovative, cutting-edge products that unique Panasonic gas heat pump (GHP). will devote deliver turn-key heating and air conditioning These are made available through a solutions for homes, commercial offices, leisure strategically-appointed dealer network that ourselves to the progress and development of society and the well-being of people through our business activities, thereby enhancing the quality of life throughout the world.’ — Konosuke Matsushita, Panasonic founder, 1929

• The Rev Martin Luther King was • Enoch Powell delivered his assassinated and Robert Kennedy now infamous “Rivers of Blood” 1968 was killed by Sirhan Sirhan. anti-immigration speech. • At the Olympic Games in • The Kray twins were arrested for Mexico, African-American the murders of George Cornell and sprinters Tommie Smith and John Jack “The Hat” McVitie. Carlos bowed their heads and • Minister for Education Donogh lifted a fist covered in black with all oppressed people, an O’Malley collapsed and died leather in a show of solidarity iconic image in sports history. while campaigning in Co Clare. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 6 1968-69 Panasonic:Layout 1 30/01/2015 14:04 Page 2

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guarantees local service on a Panasonic’s PRO Club national 32-county basis. Dealers’ is an initiative open to all engineers undergo comprehensive professionals involved in and regular training programmes to the heating and cooling keep them up-to-date with the latest sector. It has a dedicated web link – www.panasonicproclub.com – providing distributors, installers, engineers and specifiers with a technological developments, and to direct communication channel to Panasonic support. advise them of the various innovations The site contains a wealth of information from the latest versions set to come down the line. of Panasonic’s Aquarea and Etherea Design Software, to technical “We’ve made significant market- documentation, catalogues and images for the company’s wide share inroads over the last four range of heating and cooling systems. years”, says General Manager Vincent Also, registered users can access news regarding special Vincent Mahony, General Mahony, “and now look forward with promotions, along with helpful business advice. Manager confidence to the future. We’ve got a very strong product line-up at Panasonic sustainable present, and some very exciting smart town ranges in the pipeline. That, coupled with the strength of our dealer Panasonic’s vision is to become a Green Innovation Company, achieving both business growth and environmental contributions. partnership, augurs extremely well As part of its efforts to make this vision a reality, it is now for the future”. promoting the development of Fujisawa Sustainable Smart Town. In this project the idea is to build the town by designing spaces ‘Human conditioning’ with a primary focus on people’s lifestyles and the creation of an There is a close relationship optimal smart infrastructure. between R&D innovation and good By bringing energy to life for residents as the core town concept, Tony Duffy, Service and manufacturing processes, and so Panasonic will provide services that enhance people’s lives with Technical Support Specialist Panasonic has placed its R&D facilities photovoltaic very close to its manufacturing bases. power, security, This ensures good integration between mobility, all divisions to deliver high-quality community and and reliable solutions to the market. healthcare. Once Underpinning this approach is completed, the a philosophy based not on Fijisawa SST “conditioning” buildings but on project, where “comfort conditioning for people”. as many as 1,000 families will live, will serve as a new business Panasonic calls it Human Conditioning model both within Japan and throughout the world. (HC). This is the process that guides its technology and system attributes and, in turn, provides for maximum conditioning solutions for all environments. www.panasonic.ie/aircon

• Mass rioting broke out in Derry • The Woodstock Music Festival in the Battle of the Bogside, an attracted more than 350,000 event that many observers say people and became an icon of the marked the beginning of the so- 1960s hippie counter-culture. called “Troubles”. • In the All-Ireland football final • In an historical moment, Kerry defeated Offaly by 0-10 to American Neil Armstrong became 0-07 while Kilkenny clinched the the first human to set foot on the words “That’s one small step for hurling title with a 2-15 to 2-09 Moon and uttered the immortal man, one giant leap for mankind.” win over Cork. 1969 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 7 1970-71 Mitsubishi:Layout 1 30/01/2015 13:41 Page 1

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Mitsubishi Electric – looking CELEBRATING 1964-2014 forward to a green future

Mitsubishi Electric has a strong heritage in Apart from offices and warehousing, there is Ireland going back over 30 years. However, rather a new Training Centre incorporating a lecture than dwell on its phenomenal success to date, it theatre and workshop-type facilities. These has just unveiled a strategic development plan feature fully-functioning examples of the that is strongly focused on the next 30 years. company’s air conditioning units and control Over the past 12 months the company has been systems. There is also a new boardroom completely restructured to take full advantage of conference suite equipped with state-of-the-art the vast resources at its disposal. An influx of equipment and this is an ideal set-up for young, highly-qualified personnel has energised strategic meetings. all aspects of its operations, making for a Then of course there is the unique product progressive and dynamic team. Key personnel portfolio. It caters for three very distinct market The emphasis are now established in regional teams to ensure segments – air conditioning, heating and factory is on solutions nationwide coverage and comprehensive automation. Once again the emphasis is on customer/client support at local level. solutions for the present and the future with for the present When Mitsubishi Electric relocated to its innovative products and systems very much to and the future headquarters at Westgate Business Park in the forefront. Ballymount in Dublin in 1992, it was a purpose- These developments clearly illustrate that with innovative built, state-of-the art building. However, it too Mitsubishi Electric Ireland is firmly set on products and has received an overhaul to reflect the needs and strengthening, consolidating and growing its requirements of customers. market-leading status for the foreseeable future. systems very much to the forefront. Ciaran Moody, General Manager, Mitsubishi Electric Ireland

• The Boeing 747 made its first • Garda Richard Fallon was commercial passenger trip to murdered on duty in Dublin, 1970 Heathrow Airport in London. becoming the first Garda killed in • In soccer, Brazil, led by Pele, the south during the troubles. won the World Cup title in Mexico. • A fire at a nightclub in Grenoble • Taoiseach Jack Lynch asked left 142 young people dead. Finance Minister Charles Haughey • Anti-apartheid demonstrations and Agriculture Minister Neil them of the attempted illegal took place in Dublin as Ireland Blaney to resign after accusing importation of arms for the IRA. played South Africa in a rugby test.

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Product portfolio Mitsubishi Electric Ireland serves three distinct market segments – Air Conditioning, Heating and Factory Automation. The Factory Automation division provides automation solutions to some of the most progressive manufacturing sites in Ireland, ranging from complex robotic integration projects to energy saving and control applications. Ecodan heat pump Mitsubishi Electric’s Ecodan air to Factory Automation water heat pumps offers improved energy efficiency that meets tough legislation to deliver effective, low About Mitsubishi Electric carbon heating and hot water. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation is a recognised Mitsubishi Electric’s air conditioning world leader in the manufacture, marketing and systems cater for large facilities, small sales of electrical and electronic equipment used offices, retail premises and homes. in everything from information processing and From the versatile MSeries and the communications through to space development, easy-to-install Mr Slim range, to consumer electronics, products for the energy flexible City Multi models and energy- sector, industrial technology, water and waste saving Lossnay heat exchange systems, water, transportation and building equipment. there’s a Mitsubishi Electric climate City Multi It has over 90 years experience in providing control system to suit every application. reliable, high-quality products to both corporate What they all have in common is clients and general consumers. It currently that they are designed to provide cost- employs in the region of 120,000 people, has effective, energy-conscious systems offices in over 30 countries, and had sales of while, at the same time, incorporating €29.5 billion for the year to end March 2013. the most advanced environment- friendly features.

Mitsubishi Electric Ireland, Westgate Business Park, Ballymount, Dublin 24. Tel: +353 1 4198800 Email: [email protected] Web: www.mitsubishielectric.ie. Twitter: @MEIrishbranch

• The Microprocessor was • 66 people died in Ibrox Park, invented in what may have marked Scotland during a stairway crush the start of the digital age. at a Rangers v Celtic game. • John McQuaid retired after 30 • Decimalisation was introduced years as Roman Catholic in Britain and Ireland as both Archbishop of Dublin. switched to decimal currency. • Seán Lemass, Taoiseach from • Joe Frazier beat Muhammad Ali 1959 to 1966, died in Dublin 1916 Easter Rising, the War of at Madison Square Garden in the aged 71. He was active during the Independence and the Civil War. first of three epic bouts. 1971 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 9 1972-73 Potterton:Layout 1 07/02/2015 08:33 Page 1

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Share future growth and CELEBRATING 1964-2014 prosperity as one of our partners

Baxi Potterton Myson operates out excellence. To that end it works very closely of purpose-designed premises located in with all relevant representative bodies in the Calmount Park, Dublin 12 and is a wholly- sector including SEAI, RGII, FÁS and APCHI. owned subsidiary of Baxi Heating UK, which in Baxi Potterton Myson also has a strong turn is part of the BDR Thermea Group. corporate social responsibility policy, one of Apart from offices, showrooms, warehousing the three pillars of this policy being community. and meeting rooms, Baxi Potterton Myson’s Hence its close relationship with The Irish headquarters has a state-of-the-art training Hospice Foundation, its nominated charity centre where its continuous programme of for the current year. seminars and practical workshops is presented “Looking to the future”, says Managing The experiences on an on-going basis. Director Paul Clancy, “the experiences of On the product front Baxi Potterton Myson’s recent years, while very challenging, ensure of recent years, portfolio of market-leading heating and hot that Baxi Potterton Myson is more prepared while very water solutions covers all domestic and than ever to capitalise on what we believe will commercial applications. be a promising 2015 and beyond. We look challenging, Apart from these quality products, Baxi forward to sharing that future growth and ensure that Baxi Potterton Myson values the importance of prosperity with all our trading partners, and Potterton Myson standards compliance and installation many new ones.” is more prepared than ever to capitalise on what we believe will be a promising 2015 and beyond.

Paul Clancy, Managing Director VIncent Broderick, Sales Director

• Belfast’s Mary Peters became • A young man from Belfast, Alex the first Irish woman to win a Higgins, became the world 1972 gold medal at the Olympic Games. snooker champion. • President Éamon de Valera • UK coal miners began a strike retired from office aged 90 and which lasted for seven weeks. was succeeded by Erskine Childers. • The Tim Rice and Andrew • Muhammad Ali, the former Lloyd Webber musical Jesus world heavyweight champion “Blue” Lewis in Croke Park in the Christ Superstar made its West came to Dublin and stopped Al eleventh round. End debut.

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Training and Education Baxi Potterton Myson runs a continuous programme of seminars and practical workshops for installers, not just on the company’s own products and systems, but also covering advancements in technology and compliance with Richard Louth, Area Sales industry-related standards and Manager regulations. “We conducted extensive research with installers throughout Ireland”, says Part of the purpose-designed state-of-the-art training centre Vincent Broderick, Sales Director, “and this confirmed for us that practical training given by quality trainers is About BDR Thermea what heating installers want most. BDR Thermea is a world leading manufacturer Hence the significant investment in our and distributor of innovative heating and hot purpose-designed training centre, and water systems and services. It employs in the the continuous programme of installer region of 7,000 people across Europe and has € training seminars and workshops. a turnover of nearly 2 billion. Sharon English, Area Sales “That said, we view training as The strategy of the group involves marketing Manager a two-way process. Feedback from under multiple local brands, a fact that is well installers during training sessions represented by the portfolio distributed in contributes to the business cases that Ireland by Baxi Potterton Myson. Included are: support new innovations in heating and • Andrews Water Heaters • Baxi hot water solutions. This ensures that • Elson • Harman products in development in the BDR • Heatrae Sadia • Interpart Thermea R&D pipeline are the most • Myson • Potterton efficient and cost-effective solutions for the Irish marketplace. • Santon

Potterton Myson (Irl) Limited Glenn Bailey, Key Account Unit F6, Calmount Park Manager Calmount Road Ballymount, Dublin 12 Tel: 01 – 459 0870 www.potterton-myson.ie www.myson.co.uk email: [email protected]

• 18 years after he was ousted • The Irish Civil Service finally from power by the military, Juan ended its “marriage bar”, and Peron was re-elected President of women in manufacturing earned Argentina. 43% of the hourly pay of men. • The new Taoiseach, Liam • In the All-Ireland hurling final, Cosgrave, received his seal of Limerick overcome the rain to office at Áras an Uachtaráin. beat Kilkenny 1-21 to 1-14. Cork • In a tennis match billed as the King defeated Bobby Riggs with beat Galway 3-17 to 2-13 in the Battle of the Sexes, Mrs Billy Jean a $100,000 prize at stake. football deciderl. 1973 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 11 1974-75 Hevac:Layout 1 30/01/2015 10:50 Page 1

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The Original ‘one-stop-shop’ CELEBRATING 1964-2014 heating solutions provider

Hevac Ltd has a history dating back over house specialists including building services 40 years and is Ireland’s leading independent engineers, AutoCAD technicians and system supplier of heating solutions with a portfolio design engineers. of blue-chip brands from the world’s most As part of the Hevac Group the company can renowned manufacturers (see panel opposite also call on the expertise of sister companies page). The scope and diversity of the portfolio Origen Energy Ltd, Tube Company of Ireland is enormous and caters for everything from Ltd and Polytherm Heating Systems Ltd. residential schemes through to large industrial Another of Hevac’s core strengths is the steam systems, district heating, and all manner comprehensive range of copper tube held at its When it comes to of engineered commercial and renewable multi-branch outlets in Dublin and Cork. Apart energy projects. from being the largest stockist of Irish size heating, Hevac Complementing the strength and quality of ISEN1057 and metric BSEN1057 copper tube in is the original the product portfolio is a large team of highly- the country, Hevac also supplies a full range of qualified and experienced sales and technical Table Y BSEN1057 and degreased medical “one-stop-shop”, engineers, who are in turn supported by in- BSEN13348 copper tube. capable of designing and supplying fully- engineered heating systems and renewable energy solutions for every conceivable application

• Nineteen Old Master paintings car-bomb explosions in Dublin from the Beit collection were and Monaghan carried out by the 1974 taken from Russborough House by Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF). a Republican gang that included • West Germany won the World English heiress Rose Dugdale. Cup with a 2–1 victory over the • After impeachment hearings, Netherlands. Richard Nixon became the first • Cearbhall Ó Dálaigh was sworn US President forced to resign • Thirty-three civilians were killed in as President after the sudden following the Watergate scandal. and almost 300 wounded in four death of Erskine Childers.

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When it comes to heating, Hevac is the original “one-stop-shop”, capable of designing and supplying fully- engineered heating systems and renewable energy solutions for every conceivable application. So, no matter what your requirement, talk to Hevac at the earliest opportunity. The outcome will be an individually-engineered heating solution capable of delivering maximum comfort and efficiencies over a prolonged and cost-effective life-cycle. Seamus English, Managing Director, Hevac Market-leading brands represented • De Dietrich Boilers • Flowair Heaters • Hamworthy Heating • ICI Caldaie • IBP Conex • Jeremias Flues & Chimneys • Riello Burners • Sime Boilers Karl Carrick, Director, Hevac • State Water Heaters

Muirfield Drive, Naas Road, Dublin 12. Tel: 01 – 419 1919. Unit 1, Furry Park Industrial Estate, Dublin 9. Tel 01 – 842 7037. South Ring West Business Park, Tramore Road, Cork. Tel: 021 – 432 1066. email: [email protected] www.hevac.ie

• Three members of The Miami • Muhammad Ali defeated Joe Showband, together with two Frazier to retain the Heavyweight paramilitaries, were killed in a Championship of the world. UVF ambush in County Down as Known as the “Thrilla In Manila”, they returned home to Dublin from many regard it as the greatest playing at a dance in Banbridge. fight in boxing history. • Dutch industrialist Tiede Herrema • The IRA murdered Ross was kidnapped in Limerick. A two- Herrema was released, unharmed McWhirter, the co-founder of the week long siege ensued before in Monasterevin, County Kildare. Guinness Book of Records. 1975 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 13 1976-77 Daikin:Layout 1 04/02/2015 10:45 Page 1

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Pioneering climate comfort solutions on CELEBRATING 1964-2014 the back of technological innovation

Daikin celebrates three important milestones integrated solutions. From the efficiency of this year – 90 years since the company was compressors and inverter technology to the originally founded in Japan, just over 40 years latest advances in refrigerants and product since Daikin Europe NV was registered, and the design for seasonal efficiency, Daikin is at imminent 10th anniversary since Daikin Ireland the very forefront of the sector. was established. Daikin has enjoyed market- Just last year Daikin won the Institute of From the leading status in Ireland for many years and it Refrigeration Environmental Award for its efficiency of was to better serve its ever-expanding business Convenipac and Zeas refrigeration systems that the wholly-owned Irish operation was installed at Tesco’s store in Camden Street, compressors and established in 2006. Dublin. Daikin’s refrigeration range offers Under the stewardship of General Manager energy efficient condensing units with a small inverter technology John Valentine, Daikin Ireland has experienced footprint producing very low noise levels. The to the latest consistent year-on-year growth in recent years. Convenipac system is unique in the manner in Now that the outlook is brighter, the company which the hot gas from the fridge can be advances in is gearing up for significant growth into the reused for heat through the air conditioning refrigerants and future by taking on additional employees and system instead of dumping this heat outside. adding to the scope of the product portfolio. Daikin’s portfolio comprises innovative, product design for Daikin is renowned for its pioneering premium-quality indoor climate management approach to product development and the solutions to meet the changing needs of seasonal efficiency, unrivalled quality and versatility of its residential, commercial and industrial Daikin is at the very customers. Primary market segments served are air conditioning, heating, applied systems forefront of energy and refrigeration. efficiency and The engineering excellence of the products is complemented and supported by the design innovation. and engineering capabilities of Daikin Ireland personnel. All are fully-qualified, highly- experienced and undergo an intensive series of regular educational and training modules to ensure full competency on emerging technologies and product innovations. John Valentine, Taken together, these combined strengths General make for a formidable force and one that will Manager, continue to enjoy market-leading status well Daikin Ireland into the future.

• Concorde entered service and • British Ambassador Christopher cut transatlantic flying time to Ewart-Biggs and a senior civil 1976 three and a half hours. servant were killed when their car • James Callaghan succeeded was blown up by an IRA Harold Wilson as Prime Minister landmine in Dublin. of Britain. • Dublin beat Kerry by 3-08 to • Cabinet Minister Paddy Donegan 0-10 in the All-Ireland football provoked a constitutional crisis by Dálaigh “a thundering disgrace” final. Cork won the hurling title , calling President Cearbhall Ó Ó Dálaigh subsequently resigned. beating Wexford by 2-21 to 4-11.

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Seasonally efficient Awards Recognition design Daikin has won many prestigious industry awards down Daikin is leading the industry drive for through the years, one of the latest being the RAC Heat “seasonal efficiency” as the method to Pump Product of the Year Award 2014 for the Altherma rate heating and cooling products based hybrid heat pump. This on their energy efficiency calculated over innovative unit is a an entire year. hybrid heat pump Seasonal efficiency is an initiative of which is a combination the EU’s Energy Related Products of a high efficiency gas Directive (the so-called Eco-design combi boiler and renewable energy air-to-water heat pump. Directive) and specifies the minimum The heat pump and gas boiler work in series with the Eco-design requirements that most efficient heat source kicking in depending on the manufacturers must integrate into operating mode. High temperature and low temperature their energy-using products. options are available to suit all kinds and sizes of Daikin split system unit All Daikin products are designed for properties. seasonal efficiency. That makes them more Latest addition to the range is the Altherma Flex Type, a energy efficient while, at the same time, unique new heat pump solution for apartment buildings emitting fewer CO2 emissions. and collective housing. The new Seasonal Efficiency energy labeling indicates the energy efficiency VRV Pioneers of the product from A+, A, B etc. It also Daikin first invented the revolutionary Variable Refrigerant states the sound emissions of the unit. Volume (VRV) technology in 1982. Since then it has continued to lead the way and is now developing its fourth generation of Refrigerants – leading VRV systems, delivering the ultimate in climate comfort, energy by example efficiency and control. Daikin has already introduced equipment Breakthrough innovations such as VRV heat recovery that uses R32 and additional products systems have enhanced comfort and versatility even further by Daikin VRV IV using the gas will come on stream during recovering heat extracted from the cooling process to deliver the coming year. free heat for hot water and air curtains. It also advises customers to take account Today the latest VRV solutions provide year-round heating,

of indirect CO2 emissions generated during cooling, ventilation and hot water, as well as open-door air the total lifecycle of a product, and not just curtains and user-friendly controls for all kinds of commercial the GWP of the refrigerant. and community buildings.

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• Black leader Steve Biko died in overdose of prescription drugs police custody with the authorities that caused his heart to stop. ruling that the police could not be • Jimmy Carter was elected held responsible for his death. President of the United States • Jack Lynch led Fianna Fail to a and immediately granted pardon landslide election victory and a to Vietnam War draft dodgers. 20-seat majority in the Dail. • Queen Elizabeth celebrated Charles Haughey returned also • Elvis Presley died on August 16 twenty-five years on the British to the Cabinet. at the age of 42 from a suspected throne. 1977 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 15 1978-79 Diamond Air :Layout 1 30/01/2015 10:56 Page 1

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MHI partners with Diamond Air CELEBRATING

1964-2014 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) was founded in conditioning products and systems on a continuous 1884 and today has 80,583 employees worldwide, basis down through the years. annual sales of over €24 billion, and a portfolio of Early in 2013 MHI created a new European products ranging from air conditioning subsidiary, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air to aerospace, and from power systems to ship building. Conditioning Europe Ltd (MHIAE), to manage all MHI manufactures more than 700 different product MHI’s HVAC solutions across Europe. The ranges for various industrial and civil markets across the establishment of the new company has world, and has a long history in the design and strengthened MHI's position in the European manufacture of refrigeration systems since 1920. marketplace and will support the European distributor MHI has always Down through the years MHI has introduced many base even better into the future. industry firsts such as the first wall mounted unit in MHI has always had a strong presence in Ireland had a strong 1978, and the first ceiling mounted cassette type in but, to further consolidate that position and to presence in 1979, both of which are now among the most expand market penetration in the future, Diamond common products in the European market. It has Air Conditioning was appointed its distributor in early Ireland but, always had a strong focus on research and October 2014. to further development and this has led to the introduction of While Diamond Air Conditioning is also a new highly-sophisticated and technologically-advanced air company, it too represents experience and longevity in consolidate that position and to expand market penetration into the future, Diamond Air Conditioning was appointed its distributor in early October 2014.

MHI’s highly-efficient Q-ton is an air-to-water heat pump that uses CO2 as a refrigerant.

• Pope Paul VI died in August. His • RTE opened a second TV channel successor Pope John Paul I died and RTE 2 started broadcasting 1978 after 33 days in office and Polish in November. Cardinal, Karol Wojtyla then • Illinois Bell Company introduced became Pope John Paul II. the cellular mobile phone system. • Citizens clashed with Dublin • Dublin Institute of Technology Corporation over plans to build was created on an ad hoc basis offices on the site of Dublin's Quay. Thousands joined a “Friends by the City of Dublin Vocational original Viking settlement at Wood of Medieval Dublin” march. Education Committee. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 16 1978-79 Diamond Air :Layout 1 30/01/2015 10:56 Page 2

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the sector. Directors Michael Clancy and Graham McCann have been involved in the supply of premier air conditioning and refrigeration brands throughout Ireland for many years, and have a long association with the MHI brand. Ex-stock availability Diamond Air Conditioning’s appointment marks the first time MHI product is available ex-stock from an Ireland-based distribution centre. Next-day delivery is provided Michael Clancy, Director, Model FDT from the 1987 product range. nationwide but products can also be Diamond Air Conditioning collected when the need arises. Dealer network MHI cooling and heating Diamond Air Conditioning has an portfolio appointed dealer network, strategically The MHI portfolio is extensive and located throughout the country to ensure comprises high-efficiency products and nationwide coverage and availability. It systems (air and water) for cooling and works closely with those dealers to deliver heating in residential, commercial and customised solutions, all carefully designed industrial applications. The primary to meet the specific requirements of product groups are: each project. • Split Systems Environmental • VRF Systems Graham McCann, Director, Diamond Air Conditioning Both MHI and Diamond Air are dedicated to • Air to water heat pumps global sustainability. They offer some of the • Controllers most energy-efficient air-conditioning systems, VRFs and heat pumps on the market, and continue to incorporate new For further details contact: and innovative technologies within the Michael Clancy – 087 - 262 0701; portfolio. Graham McCann – 087 - 950 9402.

C5 Bymac Centre, Northwest Business Park, MHI’S VRF KX system offers simple and flexible solutions Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. Tel: 01 – 636 3131; for commercial and industrial email: [email protected] www.diamondair.ie applications.

• Lord Louis Mountbatten’s • A woman, Margaret Thatcher, fishing boat was blown up by the was elected UK Prime Minister. IRA in Mullaghmore, Co Sligo • An explosion destroyed the oil killing the 79-year-old Lord, his tanker “Betelguese” at Whiddy wife and two teenagers. Island in Bantry. Fifty people died. • Pope John Paul II arrived on a • Dubliner Eamonn Coghlan three-day visit to Ireland. Over broke the world indoor mile one million people attended a Dublin. In Drogheda, the Pope record. He clocked 3 minutes 52.6 Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park in delivered a major address. seconds at a race in San Diego. 1979 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 17 1980-81 Condair:Layout 1 30/01/2015 10:59 Page 1

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New online humidifier CELEBRATING 1964-2014 selector from Condair

Condair, formerly known as JS Humidifiers, The online product selector takes into has introduced an innovative new website, account many factors such as available energy www.condair.co.uk, with features including supplies, budget, type of application, in-room an online product selector tool and or in-duct humidification and desired level of psychrometric calculator. energy consumption. The online product selector guides users who want to select a humidifier through a Psychrometric calculator series of multiple choice questions. As the For users who want to know what size user progresses through the selection criteria, humidification system they need for a project, a shortlist of humidification systems is the Condair website’s psychrometric calculator The Condair presented and refined, depending on the will provide a humidity load in kg/h. The user Group is the user’s requirements, until finally an ideal simply needs to input certain environmental humidifier or shortlist of products is suggested parameters of the project, for either in-room world’s leading for the user’s project. or in-duct humidity control, and the calculator manufacturer of commercial and industrial humidification systems, setting the standard globally for innovative, energy-efficient and hygienic solutions.

• Eighteen people died and over who shot the lead character 70 were injured in the Buttevant JR Ewing. 1980 Rail Disaster. • Former Beatle John Lennon • Taoiseach Charles Haughey was shot dead outside his New met with the British Prime York City apartment by deranged Minister Margaret Thatcher at fan Mark David Chapman. Dublin Castle in the first visit by • The Central Bank in Dame a British prime minister since • Millions of viewers tuned in to Street, Dublin opened its doors independence was declared. the TV soap opera Dallas to learn for the first time.

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will provide a suggested humidification output to maintain the required humidity level. As always, expert advice is available from Condair’s team of specialist humidification engineers but these online resources provide additional 24/7 support for consultants and contractors working on a humidification project. Tim Scott, Head of Sales, About Condair CondairME Condair plc Other features of the new website include product information, Low energy in-duct evaporative application advice and project news. humidifer and cooler The newly-developed website is fi part of the company’s rebranding This newly developed in-duct humidi cation activities from JS Humidifiers to system can deliver up to 1,000kg/hr of Condair, following the company’s moisture and 630kW of evaporative cooling change of name in October 2014. to an airstream while operating The Condair Group is the world’s on less than leading manufacturer of commercial 0.3kW of and industrial humidification systems, electricity. Its Silvan Meier, owner Condair setting the standard globally for Group innovative and innovative, energy-efficient and patented hygienic solutions. Today, with 600 features employees, Condair operates position production sites in Europe, North it firmly as the world’s leading humidifier America and China, is represented of its type. These features include a self- in 14 counties by its own sales and contained hydraulic unit that can be service organisations, and supported positioned inside or outside the AHU or by distribution partners in a further duct to reduce AHU downtime. 50 locations worldwide.

Oliver Zimmermann, CEO Condair Group

www.condair.co.uk

• Peter Sutcliffe, known as the concert in New York in front of “Yorkshire Ripper” was imprisoned almost half a million people. for life for murdering 13 women • At the box office, Raiders of the and also for the attempted Lost Ark, Chariots of Fire, Arthur murder of seven others. and On Golden Pond had us • The IRFU flouted public opinion packing into the cinemas. at home and abroad in supporting • The death occured of popular the Apartheid system by sending • Simon and Garfunkel performed Jamaican singer/musician and a rugby team to tour South Africa. The Concert in Central Park, a free reggae star Bob Marley. 1981 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 19 1982-83 Ventac:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:14 Page 1

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World leader in air movement CELEBRATING 1964-2014 and energy efficiency

Soler and Palau (S&P) has had a presence in allowing for prompt and efficient deliveries the Irish market since 1972, initially through to customers nationwide. Ventac but, more recently, via S&P Ireland The team at S&P Ireland Ventilation Systems Ventilation Systems Ltd, its own wholly-owned has over 40 years experience in the ventilation subsidiary. The breadth and depth of the business. This knowledge and experience is range is unrivalled in the ventilation industry brought to bear to deliver a professional and caters for applications in the domestic, service that includes not just product selection, commercial, industrial and process but also technical advice and guidance on ventilation sectors. the optimum ventilation solution for each S&P Ireland Ventilation Systems operates particular project. from a purpose-designed office, warehouse In servicing the marketplace S&P Ireland and showroom complex, conveniently located Ventilation Systems’ key objective is to provide in Greenogue Business Park close to the M50 ventilation to protect building occupants’ and Dublin. It is also ideally located for easy health, and the fabric of the building, with S&P Ireland access to the main artery motorway network the lowest possible environmental impact. Ventilation Systems unites technology, design and research and development investment.

DESIGN AND CONCEPTUALISATION

• Argentina invaded the Falkland • There was a wave of terrorist Islands/Maldives and the UK sent attacks in France led by the 1982 the Royal Navy, RAF and the Army infamous Carlos the Jackal. and retook possession of the • Steven Spielberg's fantasy sci-fi Islands after a lot of bloodshed. movie ET became the biggest- • Solidarity leader Lech Walesa, grossing box-office film ever. was freed after 11 months in jail. • Ireland won the Triple Crown • Kerry’s dream of five-in-a-row late Seamus Darby goal which for the first time since 1949 by All-Irelands was shattered by a gave Offaly a 1-15 to 0-17 win. beating Scotland 21-12. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 20 1982-83 Ventac:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:15 Page 2

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Technical and design support service S&P Ireland Ventilation Systems offers full training and technical support in the form of CPD presentations focused on residential ventilation and indoor air quality issues. These can be done in the Greenogue headquarters or in consultants’ and installers’ own offices. The company also offers free-of-charge Richard Williams, site surveys; property surveys and reports; Managing Director fans selection advice; system design advice Pioneering research and innovation and after-sales support. S&P has been designing and manufacturing fans since 1951 and has registered over 80 patents on its products. S&P apps Established by Eduard Soler and Josep Palau, the Easyvent advanced fan selection software company’s culture is based on the pillars of Teamwork, allows: Proximity and Respect for personal diversity. • Viewing of product catalogues; The strength of the trading results down through the • Manage and download projects; years has given it financial independence with regard to • Complete fan selections; funding. This allows for continuous investment across all • View and compare fan curves; areas of the business which in turn makes it a pioneer in • Download 3D images; research, development and innovation. • Calculate noise reduction with and It strives to preserve the company’s core values with Eamonn King, Director without attenuators at various distances. an emphasis on training and knowledge. It aims to strengthen its leadership in the ventilation market, and EcoDesign that of its relationship with clients and trading partners. Today it is not enough to simply manufacture reliable and high-quality products. Energy savings and product efficiency, both in aerodynamic and acoustic terms, are key considerations in the design of the product range. Hence S&P has devised EcoDesign, a S&P Ireland Ventilation Systems Ltd. Units J17/J18, Grants Road, design philosophy to improve product Greenogue Business Park, efficiency and energy savings. It also Rathcoole, Co. Dublin. takes into account the recyclability of t: +353 (0)1 4124020 components for the purpose of reducing f: +353 (0)1 4124018 the environmental impact of products when www.solerpalau.ie they reach the end of their service life.

• Eamon Coughlan became • Thieves made off with three Ireland’s first World Athletics tons of gold bars valued at $37.5 Champion when he won the gold million from the Brinks Mat medal for the 5,000m in Helsinki. warehouse at Heathrow Airport. • A terrorist gang kidnapped the • The world’s most popular word businessman Don Tidey and also processing programme, Microsoft captured seven gardai and soldiers Word, was launched. during a chaotic shootout when Derrada Wood in Co Leitrim. Don • Champion racehorse “Shergar” their hideout was discovered in Tidey was rescued unharmed. was kidnapped at Ballymany Stud. 1983 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 21 1984-85 Core:Layout 1 30/01/2015 11:02 Page 1

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Quality heating and air CELEBRATING 1964-2014 conditioning solutions

Core Air Conditioning is the sole distributor for Carrier and Emerson Network Power’s Liebert portfolios of commercial, industrial and computer room air conditioning products in Ireland. While It also supplies the full range of Mitsubishi Electric, Holland Heating, Lu-Ve Contardo and renowned for Jacir air handling and air treatment equipment, professionalism and can now offer a full package of air conditioning and process-related products and structured for all applications. management Established in 1996 by Managing Director Austin McDermott, Core Air Conditioning has Austin McDermott, Managing Director systems, Core always “partnered” with market-leading brands to ensure that it offers a continuous The diversity and scope of the portfolio is Air Conditioning stream of innovative, technology-driven an added advantage as, no matter what the delivers these in products that meet the market’s requirements project application, Core can devise a tailored for performance-driven, energy-efficient, eco- solution in conjunction with the specifying a flexible and friendly solutions. consultant and client to match their specific friendly manner. Its ability to adapt and make changes, especially when unforeseen circumstances arise, is well known. Service engineers Jonathan Flynn, Eivan Ferris John Walshe, Service and Patrick Quill Engineer, Cork

• John Treacy took silver in the • Indian Prime Minister Indira marathon for Ireland at the Gandhi was assassinated by two 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. of her own Sikh bodyguards. • Apple formally released the first • A twelve-month long strike by Macintosh computer. coal miners began in Britain • The IRA bombed the Grand during which strikers and police Hotel in Brighton in an attempt clashed multiple times. to assassinate most of the British Tory party conference there. Four • Genetic fingerprinting or DNA cabinet who were attending the people died. profiling was developed.

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requirements. Regulatory compliance in relation to all relevant national and international standards is also assured. Left: Antoinette Freeley, Financial Service and maintenance Controller. Below: Core combines this product portfolio Carol Malone, Sales with excellent technical support that Administration with is delivered through its highly-qualified Jenny Courtney, team of service engineers. They have Service Co-ordinator wide-ranging experience across all HVAC brands and equipment and so Steve Wood, Sales Manager can offer all-embracing solutions. In addition to commissioning and trouble-shooting, the team also provides customised maintenance packages. These ensure the optimised performance of installed systems, prolong equipment and system lifespan, and minimise the risk of system failure or total shut down. Core’s planned maintenance and service agreements are extremely flexible and carefully structured to Fintan Brewster, Service suit each individual installation after Manager a full site survey has been completed. Product portfolio In addition to service, repair and • Chillers • AP Acoustics planned maintenance, diagnostic and • Roof-top Units • Fan Coil Units proactive recommendations for • Dry Coolers • Air Handling Units improvements are also provided, • Cooling Towers • VRF and Split AC along of course with emergency call- out cover. • Computer Room Equipment

Core Air Conditioning Ltd Unit A6, Centrepoint Business Park, Dave Clarke, Service Sales Oak Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 12 Engineer Tel: 01 409 8912 Fax: 01 409 8916 www.coreac.com

• Thirty nine supporters were over £50 million for famine relief crushed to death when Liverpool in Ethiopia. fans rioted at the European Cup • In technology, the first .com Final in the Heysel Stadium. was registered and the first version • ‘Clones Cyclone’ Barry McGuigan of Windows 1.0 was released. became World Featherweight • Ireland got a new political champion beating Juan Laporte. party with the formation of the • The world’s biggest-ever charity simultaneously in Philadelphia Progressive Democrats led by concert, Live Aid, was held and Wembly Stadium and raised Dessie O’Malley. 1985 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 23 1986-87 Mark Eire:Layout 1 30/01/2015 11:50 Page 1

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Market leader in climate CELEBRATING 1964-2014 control technology

Mark BV is Europe’s largest manufacturer in-house, so clients get a solid product where of climate control equipment and has produced quality is paramount. To ensure optimum a continuous stream of innovative products for performance once installed, full technical industry and utility since 1945. Based in Holland, support is also provided to specifying it has a wholly-owned subsidiary called Mark consultants and contractors. Eire BV that was established in 1987 and New products are constantly coming on operates out of a state-of-the-art manufacturing stream, two of the latest being the Airstream The entire Mark facility located in Coolea, Macroom, Co Cork. plug and play heat recovery unit and the Mark Managing Director Mike O’Donoghue has Evo Therm heat pump. Eire BV climate been at the helm of Mark Eire for most of that control portfolio time. Indeed, the company’s ability to retain Plug and play heat recovery staff for many years is a particular strength. Mark Eire’s innovative Airstream is characterised The experience and depth of technical know- heat recovery unit is equipped with by its robustness how it represents is an invaluable resource, a counter-flow heat exchanger that has an especially when combined with the fresh efficiency of 90% and is available for both and complete thinking and engineering expertise of new internal and external use. This high-efficiency reliability, with all graduate employees. means that, in many cases, no after-heating is Mark Eire products are characterised by required, typical applications being offices, product ranges their robustness and reliability, and are schools, workshops and fitness centre engineered and designed, engineered and manufactured changing areas. manufactured in-house to ensure the utmost quality.

• A new airline opened for Chernobyl in the Ukrainian SSR business and Ryanair immediately killing 31 people. 1986 cut fares on flights to Britain. • Dublin Corporation workers • Hurricane “Charlie”reached went on strike and the dispute Ireland in August with the east turned nasty when the Army were and southeast being worst hit. called in to clear the rubbish. • Belfastman Brian Keenan was • Internet Mail Access Protocol kidnapped in the Lebanon and • The worst nuclear power plant was defined which opened the spent four years as a hostage. accident ever recorded occured at way for E-Mail.

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Mark Evo Therm heat pump The Mark Evo Therm heat pump was designed, developed and is fully engineered at Mark’s Coolea factory in West Cork. This new heat pump is a monobloc, all-in-one compact unit with all refrigeration gas and electrics Gas – Warm air heater with factory-installed. This makes it as axial fan easy, if not easier, to install than a standard boiler … simply connect Internal view of the Mark Eire MHR the flow and return! Mark Eire Portfolio The scope of applications covered is extensive and includes: ECOFAN recirculation fan • Air heating; • Radiant heating; • Ventilation equipment; • Air handling units; • Low-pressure hot water; • Heat pumps; • Controls; INFRA HT Gas – High • Pipe bending machines. temperature radiant heater Additionally, these product groups are split into gas, oil-fired and water-fed heating equipment with innovative products being added constantly. Mark Evo Therm heat pump

KLIMAT air handling unit

MARK EIRE BV Coolea, Macroom, Co Cork Tel: +353(0)2645334 Fax: +353(0)2645383 www.markgroup.eu [email protected]

• Ireland’s first ever state lottery, • A cross-channel ferry capsized The Irish National Lottery, was outside the harbour of Zeebrugge, launched to help raise funds for Belgium killing 193 passengers good causes. and crew. • In Britain, Margaret Thatcher • Garret FitzGerald resigned as was re-elected for a record- leader of Fine Gael and was breaking third successive term. replaced by Alan Dukes. • Having won the Giro d’Italia Stephen Roche became the first • Scientists discovered a huge hole and the World Championship, Irish winner of the Tour de France. in the ozone layer in Antartica. 1987 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 25 1988-89 Davies:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:38 Page 1

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Quality heating, plumbing, CELEBRATING 1964-2014 drainage and civils solutions

Davies Ltd was established in 1933 as a plumbing and fireplace merchant. Over 80 years in business, Davies has grown organically to become one of the leading building materials suppliers throughout Ireland and the UK. Our extensive customer base continues to grow from strength to strength, year on year. In 2003, Davies relocated from Fairview to a new custom-built 4-acre facility in Raheny, Dublin 5. Davies are Our bathroom showrooms in Raheny and Kilmacanogue have a dedicated team of committed to bathroom designers on hand to assist our providing customers with their bathroom designs. Our Online offers extensive range includes Europe’s leading Davies launched their internet trading outstanding service brands and these are available at competitive site (www.davies.ie) in December 2013 prices. The showrooms have over 100 fully-fitted and solutions to which offers customers a 365- day, 24-hour bathroom and shower displays, including the service with the very best rates and deals. our customers latest wet room design. through dedication and excellence. We aim to provide a culture that empowers our staff to deliver this commitment in the safest working environment.

• An unknown Swiss singer • A lone loyalist gunman, Michael named Celine Dion won the Stone, attacked an IRA funeral 1988 Eurovision Song Contest in Dublin. ceremony in Belfast killing three • The Piper Alpha drilling platform people and injuring over 50. in the North Sea was destroyed • A suspected Libyan terrorist by explosions killing 167 people. bomb exploded on a Pan Am jet • At the 1988 European Football over Lockerbie, Scotland killing all Championships in Germany “that” Ray Houghton goal before 259 people on board and 11 on Ireland beat England 1-0 with Holland ended the dream. the ground. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 26 1988-89 Davies:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:38 Page 2

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Heating Division Davies are recognised as one of the leading suppliers of quality heating materials in Ireland. Best known for representing Ideal Boilers exclusively in Ireland, they have carved out a market-leading position for the boilers and recently launched a new Gerry Tobin pictured with commercial and industrial range. They Jack Charlton in 1990 prior to Jack’s departure for Italia ’90 now boast a 10-year warranty on their Vogue range of boilers. Their commercial and industrial Civils Division underfloor system is unique in that Our specialist Civils Division represents some of Giacomini manufacture all the Europe’s leading manufacturers including Saint components – pipe, fittings and Gobain, ACO, GATIC, JFC, Wavin, Emtelle, Clark Drain, controls – and offer an installation Kingspan Klargestor, Naylor, Howe Green, Wade and service through their accredited Alumasc. Our portfolio of completed contracts installers backed up by a 10-year includes all of Ireland’s major infrastructural projects completed in the last 25 years. warranty. All products are displayed as working models in their training centre at Harmonstown. Some of the 70-strong Davies staff members enjoying the heating Commercial season Plumbing Division The Commercial Plumbing Division has Davies Civils Division a dedicated team specialising in the supplied 20km of pipe to the hospital, school, commercial and Castlewarden Water leisure sectors. Scheme

Davies Ltd 150 Harmonstown Road Raheny, Dublin 5 Phone: 01 8511700 Fax: 01 8511701 Email: [email protected] www.davies.ie

• Newly elected Prime Minister of fans who were crushed against a South Africa, F.W. de Klerk, began barrier during an FA Cup semi- the process to dismantle apartheid. final match between Liverpool • The 28 miles-long Berlin Wall and Nottingham Forest. that divided East and West • Thousands of students occupied Germany finally came down. Tiananmen Square in Beijing in a • The Court of Appeal in Britain protest for democracy. Martial quashed the sentences of the • The Hillsborough disaster law was declared and hundreds Guildford Four. claimed the lives of 96 Liverpool of demonstrators were killed. 1989 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 27 1990-91 Riello:Layout 1 30/01/2015 11:10 Page 1

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Riello – the No: 1 choice CELEBRATING 1964-2014 for burners in Ireland

Riello is the No: 1 choice for commercial, Disseminating information industrial and domestic burners in Ireland, with Riello has a strong commitment to a range that extends from 10kW to 20MW for disseminating information to specifiers, use with natural gas, LPG, heavy and light oil, installers and OEM partners and offers a range dual fuel and bio fuels. of training courses as well as CIBSE-approved In recent years there has also been a strong CPD courses for specifiers. focus on enhanced control functionality, such as electronic cam control, variable speed drives R&D investment Riello has a well- and oxygen trim. Founded in 1922, Riello is a family-owned earned reputation Riello also plays a key role in influencing the company, without recourse to external development of new legislation by actively shareholders. This enables the company for providing high- participating in a number of authoritative to make significant investment in its quality products industry bodies. products at its extensive R&D centre in Italy. that are at the cutting-edge of innovation, helping its customers to optimise combustion performance and energy efficiency while also ensuring compliance with the latest environmental legislation.

• Having been held hostage in • “Desert Shield“ began after Beirut for 1,597 days Brian Keenan Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait as the 1990 was finally reunited with his family. US and UK sent troops to Kuwait. • In Britain, John Major emerged • South African President Frederik as Margaret Thatcher’s successor de Klerk freed anti-apartheid as Tory party leader. activist Nelson Mandela. Mandela • Ireland qualified for the World had spent 27 years in prison. Cup quarter-finals but Toto dreams by scoring the game’s • Mary Robinson was elected Schillachi ended the nation’s only goal for Italy in Rome. Ireland’s first female president. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 28 1990-91 Riello:Layout 1 30/01/2015 11:11 Page 2

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Key facts and figures • Burner capacities from 10kW to 20MW. • Natural gas, LPG, light and heavy oils, dual fuel, bio fuel. • Single, two-stage and modulating models. • Standard and low NOx options. • 10,000m2 R&D facility in Angiari, Italy. • Production facilities in Italy, Canada and China. Barry Gregory, Managing As well as ensuring ongoing Director, Riello Ltd • Installer training and specifier CPD courses improvement of established available. products, the company is continually developing new products to address key issues such as emissions and the growing use of bio fuels. Riello’s R&D capabilities have also underpinned successful expansion into the industrial sector, where bespoke products have been developed for specific applications such as waste incineration, grain drying, spray booths and other Bernard Dawson, Technical industrial processes. Director, Riello Ltd

Riello burners are available in the Republic of Ireland from: C&F Quadrant www.cfquadrant.ie Hevac www.hevac.ie

Visit rielloburners.co.uk to find out more or phone on 0044 1480 432144 COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL

• Slovenia and Croatia declared • Lech Walesa, the Polish Workers independence from Yugoslavia, President, was elected President which started the Balkan War. of Poland. • Freddie Mercury, lead singer of • The Birmingham Six were freed the band Queen, died from AIDS. after 16 years in jail having been • Leinster football saw an epic wrongly convicted of mass murder. battle as Meath and Dublin • Publishing tycoon Robert played each other four times. Final but lost to Down. Tipperary Maxwell died after falling from Meath made it to the All-Ireland beat Kilkenny in the hurling final. his yacht at sea. 1991 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 29 1992-93 Grundfos:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:11 Page 1

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Demand Grundfos iSolutions CELEBRATING 1964-2014 for a better environment

Grundfos pumps have been available in to clients. The products and systems that Ireland since the rural electrification of make up these solutions incorporate the late 1950s, first through a distributor pioneering technologies that ensure optimum but then from a wholly-owned subsidiary performance while being sustainable and established in 1984. energy efficient. Down through the years the operation has While much has been made of the grown considerably in tandem with its ever- introduction of the ErP Directive in relation increasing market share and today represents a to pumps in January 2013, Grundfos had Grundfos is a 25-strong, engineering-led team of specialists. anticipated these legislative changes well in The age profile is quite mixed with newly- advance. Its current portfolio represents a global leader in qualified, dynamic engineers working very diverse range of products and systems that advanced pump closely with experienced personnel who have have already taken the strengths and values in excess of 25 years service with the company. of traditional pump technology and moved solutions and a They in turn work very closely with a them into the digital age. trendsetter in network of approved mechanical services So, irrespective of the scale of the project providers and leading merchant outlets to or the application involved, Grundfos has water technology. bring an expansive range of pumping solutions the answer. It contributes

to global sustainability by

pioneering technologies that improve quality of life for people and care for the planet.

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• The “X” Case in Ireland led to • Dr Eamonn Casey admitted to bitter debate and a referendum on being the father of 17 year-old 1992 the abortion laws. Peter Murphy, son of Annie, and • Bill Clinton defeated George fled to South America. Bush for the US presidency, • Bosnia Herzegovina declared winning 43% of the vote. independence and a three-year • At the Barcelona Olympics war followed between Muslims, Dubliner Michael Carruth won medal in 36 years. Wayne Serbs and Croats prompting UN Ireland’s first boxing Olympic gold McCullough took silver. intervention. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 30 1992-93 Grundfos:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:12 Page 2

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World’s leading manufacturer With an annual production of more Booster pump than 16 million pump units, Grundfos set with is one of the world’s leading pump electric motors manufacturers. Circulator pumps for heating and air-conditioning, as well as other centrifugal pumps for the

industry, water supply, sewage and Magna 3 disinfection are the main products. Grundfos Product Centre Today Grundfos is the world’s largest Making the correct pump selection for any given circumstance manufacturer of circulators, covering can be complex, so Grundfos has developed a new generation approximately 50% of the world pump selection tool called the Grundfos Product Center. market for these pumps. This new hub is an exciting online selection tool that will It also produces standard and help users size pumps for any need, find information about submersible motors, as well as state- any Grundfos pump or pump replacement, find pumps for of-the-art electronics for monitoring moving special liquids, and even manage complex and controlling pumps. installation and replacement projects. Additional products are produced in Simple to navigate, it features a streamlined design that the BioBooster and Lifelink divisions, makes finding what which are part of the company’s new you need quick and Alpha 2 business activities. easy. For ultra-fast Finally, Grundfos has sizing, try the also introduced “Quick Size” Grundfos function. Just enter Blueflux, a new values for head technology and flow, and the Product Center does the rest. label, which It provides an exhaustive picture of the pump, its design and insures that the its capabilities, in addition to a quotation text, any available equipment is among the absolute videos, downloadable supporting documents, available CAD best in the market in terms of efficiency. drawings and system parts.

Tel. 01 408 9800 Email. [email protected] www.grundfos.ie

• South Africans FW de Klerk and • Eleven-year-olds Robert Nelson Mandela shared the Nobel Thompson and Jon Venables were Peace Prize. convicted of the murder of 2-year- • An IRA bomb exploded in a fish old James Bulger of Liverpool. shop on the Shankill Road killing • Niamh Kavanagh won the ten people. Loyalists retaliated by Eurovision at Green Glens Arena shooting seven dead in Greysteel. in Millstreet, Co Cork. • President Mary Robinson she met with Gerry Adams. She • Mary Harney became the new travelled to West Belfast where also met the Queen in London. Progressive Democrats leader. 1993 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 31 1994-95 Flaktwoods:Layout 1 03/02/2015 07:51 Page 1

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We bring BETTER AIRTM to life CELEBRATING

1964-2014 Fläkt Woods is a global leader in air comfort, fire safety, refrigeration, building technology solutions with over 200 years management systems, discreet control systems, experience in the air handling, air movement service and maintenance and fire safety industries. The solutions it Everything revolves around the Flakt delviers are built around its strong heritage and Woods’ e3 value proposition that entails reputation for supplying high-quality, energy three core benefits – energy efficiency, efficient air technology products and systems. expertise in applications and environment With a presence in 65 countries worldwide friendly solutions. and 15 factories in seven different countries, People spend up to 90% of their time these unparalleled resources – combined with indoors and expect high indoor air comfort world-class engineering skills – allow Fläkt which is important for their well-being, In modern Woods (Ireland) to offer the Irish marketplace productivity and even health. With its a strategic local partner, supported by the vast applications-based experience and life where we global strength of the Fläkt Woods Group. knowledge, coupled with the benefits of spend up to Fläkt Woods (Ireland) is a leader in the its research and development, Flakt Woods building services industry providing an extensive delivers product and system solutions to 90% of our range of high quality solutions for indoor air meet that exacting brief. time indoors, the air that we breathe can make a huge WE CREATE HEALTHY AND difference to PRODUCTIVE INDOOR AIR our health, COMFORT SOLUTIONS comfort and productivity – WE MANAGE INDOOR AIR IN this is where CASE OF FIRE OR POLLUTION Fläkt Woods can help.

• The Channel Tunnel, a 51km • Ireland’s World Cup Finals (32miles) long rail tunnel beneath odyssey ended with a 2-0 loss to 1994 the English Channel at the Strait Holland in the last round of 16. of Dover, was officially opened. • Interval act Riverdance stole the • Dublin criminal Martin Cahill show as Charlie McGettigan and was shot dead. “The General” Paul Harrington were runaway died on the street in Ranelagh. winners of Eurovision ‘94. • Albert Reynolds tendered his Bertie Ahern was elected leader • The world’s first satellite digital resignation as Taoiseach and of Fianna Fáil. television service was launched. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 32 1994-95 Flaktwoods:Layout 1 03/02/2015 07:51 Page 2

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Econet ReCOOLER HP The components in Fläkt Woods’ ReCOOLER HP is a major breakthrough in comfort and innovative Econet system are connected energy efficiency comprising reversible heat pump and together to provide a more reliable energy recovery wheel technology in one innovative unit. and more efficient AHU system. Heat Being part of the Flakt Woods eQ range of air handling recovery, heating and cooling are all units, it offers total energy recovery with integrated DX integrated into a common circuit as heating and cooling. heating/cooling coils, pumps, valves, pipe systems, insulation, etc. All components and controls come in the one unit and The result is a shorter and more there is no need for a chiller, condenser, boiler or pipework. Robert Kenny, Managing compact ventilation unit. This is highly This makes for simple “plug-and-play” installation. Director beneficial from an environmental With an EER up to 10.9, the ReCOOLER HP provides point of view as much less energy is BREEAM credit for a low environmental impact. Plus, with used to transport the air through COPs of 6.5, it delivers all year ‘round energy recovery. unnecessary components. Further development of the principle of energy recovery has also led to increases in efficiency of 80% compared with traditional coil recovery systems. The standard Econet can achieve this figure.

New user-friendly website Gavin Power, Sales Manager Flakt Woods has just unveiled its new, user-friendly website. While comprehensive and covering all elements of the company’s activities, Fläkt Woods’ ReCooler HP it is nonetheless simple to navigate. Re Apart from the obvious sections dealing with air comfort and fire safety solutions, and the product category breakdowns, the support centre section contains invaluable information and guidance for design consultants, installers and property Dublin: Tel: 01 - 463 4600 owners. Cork: Tel: 021 - 429 7450 There is also a selection tools icon Belfast: Tel: 028 – 9040 2100 link, along with links to advice on legislation and certification. www.flaktwoods.com

• It emerged that hundreds of • The Irish Press newspaper, people had been infected by founded by Eamon de Valera, contaminated blood products in closed down with debts of £19m. Ireland’s Hepatitis C scandal. • Following nine months on trial • In the nation’s closest-ever for murder, OJ Simpson was referendum result, Ireland voted found not guilty. for divorce by 50.3%. • After nine years, two World Cup • England supporters ran riot at Ireland. The match was abandoned Finals and one European Finals, Lansdowne Road in a game with and 50 people were injured. Jack Charlton resigned. 1995 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 33 1996-97 Heat Merchants:Layout 1 30/01/2015 11:16 Page 1

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Heat Merchants – heating CELEBRATING 1964-2014 and plumbing specialists

Heat Merchants has been supplying heating Expert advice and guidance is provided and plumbing trade professionals in Ireland with on everything from solar, photovoltaic, an extensive product range and expert advice thermodynamic, geothermal, air source heat since 1978. It is part of Heat Merchants Group pumps, heat recovery and biomass heating which is 100% Irish owned. systems, through to rainwater harvesting It also includes Tubs & Tiles and Tile Giant, and waste water treatment systems. renowned suppliers of premium tiles and Heat Merchants also offers a complete bathrooms to both homeowners and commercial domestic bathroom and kitchen plumbing Heat Merchants projects within the retail, hospitality, product range including sanitary ware, healthcare, education and industrial sectors. showers, shower enclosures, baths, bathroom is 100% Irish Renewable Energy is a growing division furniture, mirrors and accessories. Completing owned with within the heating and plumbing industry and the portfolio is a range of standard and Heat Merchants’ dedicated renewable energy designer radiators and towel warmers. 31 branches team is committed to introducing new and This range also extends to commercial nationwide, advanced technologies to help customers plumbing with a selection of urinals, timed choose the eco-friendly option. stops and vandal-proof showers and brassware, supported by an experienced team of technical design engineers, renewable energy and commercial heating and plumbing specialists.

• Mad Cow Disease (BSE) hit • At the Atlanta Olympic Games, Britain causing the mass slaughter Michelle Smith won three gold 1996 of herds of cows and new laws to and a bronze medal amid rumours stop beef being sold on the bone. of using banned substances. • In Adare, Co Limerick, the IRA • A gunman opened fire in a killed Det Garda Jerry McCabe. school in Dunblane, Scotland, • Journalist Veronica Guerin was killing 15 children and one teacher. murdered in her car by a pillion busy Naas Road. A crackdown on • Dolly the sheep became the passenger on a motorbike on the organised crime followed. first successfully cloned mammal. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 34 1996-97 Heat Merchants:Layout 1 07/02/2015 08:38 Page 2

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plus a complete offering of products for the less able. Customer service and support The commercial division provides Heat Merchants works with a network of Irish and technical advice and guidance, plus a international suppliers to introduce the latest and most full specification service for projects efficient heating and plumbing products to the Irish market. of all sizes. It has extensive experience It also offers extensive support through the experienced teams in the various branches, and through its central in specifying projects across the Customer Support Centre. education, retail, healthcare, hospitality and leisure sectors. The Heat Merchants technical Over 35,000 gas and oil spare parts design and specification team provides full technical are currently available from Heat Alan Hogan, Managing assistance, specifications and Merchants, with extensive stocks Director, Heat Merchants comprehensive schematics for available for immediate collection in Group both domestic and commercial each branch and a comprehensive projects of all sizes. On-site Paul Kane, Technical Support supplementary stock available from assistance is also available. and Design Manager the central warehouse in Athlone. Heat Merchants Portfolio • Gas and oil boilers from all leading brands • Spare parts • Radiators • Valves, pipes and fitting Tubs & Tiles has 11 showrooms nationwide showcasing the most inspiring collections from world- • Commercial heating and plumbing Shane Colleran, Marketing and • Solar thermal renowned bathroom design houses. These include Retail Director, Heat • SolarWorld solar photovoltaic Duravit, Heritage, Geberit, Hansgrohe and Merlyn. Merchants Group • Solar PST thermodynamic The tile collection offers extensive choices of porcelain, • Geothermal heating ceramic and natural stone and includes Spanish and • Panasonic AC and heat pumps Italian tiles from leading manufacturers such as Marazzi, • Wastewater harvesting Ragno, La Platero, Ibero, Cerdomus and Vives. • Wood and multi-fuel stoves

www.heatmerchants.ie www.tubstiles.ie www.tilegiant.ie Customer Support Centre t: 090 6442300 or e: [email protected]

• Diana Princess of Wales was • At Wicklow’s Glen of the killed in a car crash in Paris. Her Downs, ”Eco-warriors” protested funeral was watched by 1.5 billion against new road-building. people around the world. • Tony Blair became Prime • Hong Kong was returned to Minister of Britain and Mother Chinese rule as Britain's 99-year Teresa died in Calcutta. lease on the colony expired. • Carlos the Jackal was caught • Mary McAleese was Fianna Fail's beating Adi Roche, Mary Banotti, and sentenced to life in prison by victorious nominee for President Dana and Derek Nally to the post. a French court. 1997 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 35 1998-99 H & Y:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:13 Page 1

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Partner of Choice for CELEBRATING 1964-2014 Mechanical Services

Haughton & Young Ltd is a leading mechanical engineering company specialising in the provision of full mechanical services. Established by Desy Haughton and Paul Young in 1998, both continue to play an active role in the day-to-day commercial and operational management of the business. The company is now a multi-million euro operation with a vastly experienced Applegreen Service Station, Birdhill team of engineers offering specialist Fundamental to knowledge across all segments of the The company’s investment in its people is building services sector. matched by its commitment to provide the its success is an latest cutting-edge technology and systems uncompromising available to create state-of-the-art solutions for all its clients. commitment to Haughton & Young guarantees client providing the satisfaction is delivered in a professional and structured manner in every engagement. highest-quality service. The objective is not just to satisfy client’s Croke Park, Dublin

needs but rather Haughton & Young’s continuous investment DCU NANO Science Building to exceed their in training and development ensures all their personnel achieve advanced qualification and Haughton & Young’s rigorous vendor expectations. skills through formal education. Regular selection process ensures the company only CPD seminars and in-house development engages with globally recognised manufacturers programmes help their staff keep pace with who share the same commitment to quality the ever-changing developments in the industry. and service as HYL.

• Following years of failed • The search engine Google was political initiatives, history was developed by Sergey Brin and 1998 brokered with “The Good Friday Larry Page. Agreement”peace pact. • Car-clamping was introduced in • Ireland got a new TV station the city of Dublin. when TV3 opened for business. • Thousands of Gardai got sick for • The Tour de France came to better pay in a ”blue flu” protest. Ireland in July. Despite revelations the event attracted large crowds • Huge crowds greeted Bill of substance-taking by cyclists, throughout the country. Clinton on his visit to Ireland.

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Haughton & Young Ltd Facility Management Haughton & Young Ltd has a dedicated Facility Management Division. This team of specialist client service managers and engineers ensures that the clients’ plant and equipment is serviced Desy Haughton, and maintained to the highest standards. Managing Director In addition to routine service agreements, the company provides bespoke service-level agreements, planned/preventative maintenance Google Link Bridge, Dublin options and year-round emergency assistance call-out service as required. This secure and instant access makes for evidence- Haughton & Young operates a based decision-making, in turn enhancing faster market-leading web-based Services problem-solving. Its proactive approach means that end Management Solution. This provides users experience tangible results, such as improved plant Paul Young, Director, real-time communication, via mobile performance, efficient energy performance, minimal Company Secretary devices, between HYL service engineers downtime, controlled cost management, and best life- and its customers. cycle return on investment. “Delivering both expertise and professionalism, Haughton and Young understands the importance of a flawless service to its clients. Its workforce is known for its profound technical knowledge, innovative problem-solving, high safety standards and a 17-year track record of outstanding work” Joe Weafer, Maintenance General Manager

Highfield Healthcare, Dublin

HAUGHTON & YOUNG LIMITED Mechanical Engineering Contractors Unit 16, The Business Centre, Stadium Business Park, Dublin 11. Jim King, Business TEL: 01 882 9662 FAX: 01 882 9661 EMAIL: [email protected] Development Manager

• Cork bid farewell to former • TV’s Crimewatch presenter Jill Taoiseach and hurler Jack Lynch. Dando died after being shot at her • Former Beatle George Harrison Fulham home. suffered stab wounds after being • The Euro currency was launched attacked at his home. but Britain declined and stayed • James Gogarty was the star with the Pound Sterling instead. witness at the Flood Tribunal • Ireland lit candles to mark the investigating wide-ranging of money being handed over for Millennium and Dubliners got a accusations and denials of sums planning favours. new bridge across the Liffey. 1999 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 37 2000-01 Xylem XXX:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:56 Page 1

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Xylem … lets solve water CELEBRATING

1964-2014

Xylem is world leader in water seven market-leading brands that technology, providing equipment and primarily serve the public utilities, services for water and wastewater municipal and industrial markets. They applications with a broad portfolio of are Flygt, Godwin, Leopold, Lowara, products and services that address the Sanitaire, Vogel and Wedeco (see panel). full cycle of water – from collection, The brands work together, offering distribution and use to its return to customers access to a vast range of the environment. products, services and business solutions. Through its market-leading brands With greater strategic focus than Xylem has over 100 years experience in ever before, a strong and experienced the water and wastewater environment, leadership team and a clear plan for having developed the first electric short and long-term growth, Xylem Xylem is derived submersible pump and now offering Water Solutions is building on the monitoring and control, ozone and strength of its history to develop from the classical UV treatment. innovative and value-driven solutions to Greek and refers In Ireland, Xylem Water Solutions offers satisfy current and future market needs. to the supporting tissues that help WHEN YOUR BUSINESS COVERS 70% OF THE EARTH’S SURFACE, transport water IT HELPS TO BE A GLOBAL and nutrients LEADER ON YOUR FIRST DAY. from a plant's roots to its leaves.

• In Abbeylara, Co Longford, an O’Driscoll scored three tries in a 2000 armed siege ended in tragedy as 27-25 win over France in Paris. Gardaí shot dead John Carthy. • John Gilligan’s extradition • Sonia O’Sullivan took silver in from the UK to Ireland on drug the 5000m at the Sydney Olympic trafficking and murder charges Games in Australia. was completed. • Notorious gangster Reggie Kray • The world’s largest Ferris Wheel, died of cancer in a Norwich hotel • Irish rugby got a bright new The London Eye, opened on the at the age of 66. star when a 21 year-old Brian South Bank of the River Thames. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 38 2000-01 Xylem XXX:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:57 Page 2

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Xylem people power Xylem places a very high emphasis on staff development with ongoing self- improvement actively encouraged and facilitated. Employees are respected and there is a clear diversity policy in place. As a result, Xylem has a very loyal employee base in Ireland. Everyone on the team is fully-qualified, Making history today professional, trustworthy and highly- Xylem Water Solutions traces its beginnings to 1901 skilled. They pride themselves on their when a Swedish businessman bought a foundry in engineering and technical excellence, Lindås, Sweden that provided the basis for a water and on their ability to provide the right pump business. Today it has its main production plant Lowara ecocirc and ecocirc solution every time. in the very same Swedish community, PREMIUM – the revolutionary From design and engineering through along with plants in Asia and the Americas. high-efficient circulators for In addition, the company maintains to production, marketing, end-user domestic heating with simple the industry’s most extensive sales support, maintenance and rental, the and shaftless spherical motor people of Xylem display a synergy and and service organisations with design and patented anti- operations in some 140 countries, professionalism that is second to none. block technology. including Ireland. Xylem manufactures a Brands and Products comprehensive range of pumps; units for primary, secondary and Flygt – Electric submersible pumps, mixers and tertiary water treatment; and mechanical aeration equipment; products for treating water through Godwin – Fully automatic, self-priming diesel biological, filtering and disinfection processes. and electric pumps; This range of superior products and applications Wedeco – Disinfection brand utilising both UV provides customers with enhanced functionality in and ozone technology in the treatment of water; addressing water and wastewater issues. Sanitaire – Advanced diffused aeration technology for wastewater; Leopold – Rapid gravity media filtration system; Lowara – Pumping systems for residential and building service markets; Xylem Water Solutions Ireland Limited 50 Broomhill Close, Airton Road, Tallaght, Dublin 24 Vogel – Pumping systems suited to a variety of T: (+353) 01 452 4444 (+353) 01 452 4795 markets, including light industry. [email protected] www.lowara.ie

• Irish soccer fans celebrated Towers, a third airliner was qualification for the 2002 World targeted at the Pentagon building Cup Finals with a playoff victory in Washington, and a fourth plane over Iran. crashed in Pennsylvania. • The outbreak of Foot and Mouth • In Co Wexford, eight Turkish disease across Europe reached migrants died while trying to enter N Ireland and the Republic. Ireland in a freight container. • Over 3,000 people died when passenger aircraft.Two planes • The IRA dismantled its weapons Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four were flown into New York’s Twin arsenal after years of fighting. 2001 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 39 2002-03 Wilo:Layout 1 30/01/2015 13:42 Page 1

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Pumping solutions for all CELEBRATING 1964-2014 types of applications

When Wilo SE chose Limerick as the location circulators, Wilo Pumps is still exclusively for its first manufacturing facility outside of export-oriented but today specialises in high- Germany in 1980, it was a declaration of end energy-efficient products from the confidence in the ready availability of an company’s extensive portfolio. educated, engineering-based workforce. Wilo Ireland is also celebrating 35 years and Now, 35 years later, that leap of faith has it is notable that long service is a feature of the been truly vindicated as Wilo Pumps continues Wilo set-up with quite a number of personnel to thrive as a key manufacturing plant of the having been with the company for 10, 15 and A unique mix of German pump giant. Meanwhile sister 25 plus years. It is this unique mix of continuity company Wilo Ireland, the sales arm of the and experience, coupled with extensive continuity and business, looks after the Irish market from research and development, that ensures the experience, bases in Dublin and Limerick. continuous introduction of innovative Originally a volume producer of domestic pumping solutions for all types of applications. coupled with extensive research and development, ensures the continuous introduction of innovative pumping solutions for all types of applications.

• Ireland’s soccer World Cup • In the world of showbusiness, campaign was plunged into crisis Paul McCartney married Heather 2002 after a bitter row between captain Mills in Glaslough, Co Monaghan. Roy Keane and manager Mick • Golfer Paul McGinley sealed McCarthy saw Keane return home. Ryder Cup victory for Europe. • In Britain, Ian Huntley was • Motorists faced a new “penalty charged with the murders of points” system for driving-related missing schoolgirls Holly Wells Maxine Carr was charged with offences, and a new levy on and Jessica Chapman. His partner perverting the course of justice. plastic bags was introduced.

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Nationwide stockists To ensure ex-stock availability Wilo has appointed a network of nationwide stockists who are strategically located to provide comprehensive coverage throughout the entire country. Some specialise in domestic and light commercial pumps while others concentrate on industrial and commercial pumps. Either way both domestic installers and major contractors are assured of ready availability of Wilo pumps, wherever Wilo their location. Derek Elton, National Sales Yonos Director, Wilo Ireland PICO Wilo pump applications –

Technical and after sales support ‘Pioneering for you’ Wilo is synonymous with first-class German Customer support including engineering and the range includes highest-efficiency commissioning, service, fault-diagnosis pumps exceeding current EU Directives on energy and prompt response are especially important for all Wilo’s partners in today’s requirements, marketplace. Hence the holistic approach through to the company takes to every project, complex booster, irrespective of size. waste water and Engineers are constantly engaged in sewage systems. continuous professional development, This engineering participating in training and educational expertise is the Paddy Hayes, General Manager, Wilo Pumps courses at Wilo in Ireland, and at various basis for individual Wilo Wilo centres of excellence world-wide. system solutions Stratos that are oriented GIGA System design support to the needs of Wilo commences design and technical customers with support at the earliest possible opportunity innovative products that are constantly upgraded in a project. The specially-developed Wilo though intensive research and development and and Wilo EMU software provides investment. comprehensive back-up when planning and configuring pumps and pump systems, when drawing up proposals, and when creating project documentation and drawings, including BIM. Engineers familiarise themselves with Wilo Ireland the system as a whole to ensure system Unit 7, Riverview Business Park, Nangor Road, Dublin 12. T: 01 426 0000 performance, energy efficiency and Unit B1, Corcanree, Business Park, Dock Road, Limerick. T: 061 227566 product longevity. E: [email protected] W: www.wilo.ie

• Saddam Hussein, the former Dublin, a stainless-steel President of Iraq, was captured in monument almost 400ft high. Tikrit by the United States Army. • Chelsea FC was bought by • Over 7000 athletes from 160 Russian billionaire Roman countries took part in the Special Abramovich for £150million. Olympics in Ireland. • Apple introduced iTunes which • The Space Shuttle Columbia became a major success selling disintegrated over Texas upon re- • Dublin got a new landmark 10 million songs within four entry, killing all seven on board. with the erection of the Spire of months of its launch. 2003 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 41 2004 Unitherm:Layout 1 02/02/2015 13:13 Page 1

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Integrated, energy-efficient, CELEBRATING 1964-2014 cost-effective heating solutions

Unitherm Heating Systems has been a leading established European manufacturers specialising supplier of engineered heating system solutions in producing innovative and top-quality for the residential and commercial markets products. While Unitherm has an impressive list since 2004. of international suppliers/partners, it also The company was initially set up to design supports local suppliers wherever possible. and supply underfloor heating systems but Unitherm system solutions are backed up soon recognised the demand in the market by decades of experience and are based for fully-integrated system solutions. This on German technology. All products demand became more evident with the recommended and supplied by Unitherm emergence of renewable and high have a long list of approvals and accreditations efficiency technologies. from all over Europe, and are carefully selected Good Unitherm aligned itself with renowned, well- to meet Irish Regulations system design, integration, commissioning and control is absolutely critical to the efficient and cost-effective running of a heating system. This is what Unitherm delivers. Installation of underfloor heating system at Apple, Cork

• Internet companies Google and • Trams returned to the streets Ebay chose Ireland for their of Dublin for the first time in 55 2004 European headquarters. years with the launch of the • Facebook, the social networking LUAS project. site, was launched from Harvard • Ten new countries joined the by Mark Zuckerberg. European Union bringing its • The biggest undersea earthquake membership to 25. in 40 years triggered massive tidal of over 200,000 people in 13 • Ireland’s smoking ban was waves that resulted in the deaths countries in the Asian Tsunami. introduced by the government.

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Design and technical support Unitherm’s engineers offer full technical support and have the expertise to interact with both heating and electrical installers. The quality product range has an enviable list of “approvals” and Complete PICV fully “accreditations” from all over Europe. assembled control valves at Heuston South Quarter Daikin Altherma air-to-water All Unitherm system solutions are heat pump individually designed and are supplied with supporting mechanical and Brands supplied by Unitherm electrical CAD drawings. One of the Frankische Rohrwerke of Germany: One of the three company’s major strengths is its ability largest manufacturers worldwide for PEX pipes, multilayer to interface with the electrical contractor pipes and fittings with WRAS and IAB approval; as well as the heating installer. Daikin: Comprehensive range of air-to-water heat pumps; Oventrop: Valves, underfloor heating and solar systems; Dublin and Galway offices Grundfos: Residential and commercial pumps, booster sets, With offices in Dublin and Galway, air and dirt separators; Unitherm Heating Systems has a team of Sira Group: Italian manufacturer of aluminium radiators; fully-trained engineers with many years’ Isoplus: Danish manufacturer of district heating pre- experience designing heating systems. insulated pipes and fittings; At its premises in Galway, Unitherm has an SEAI-approved training facility Kingspan: Solar Systems; with fully-working models of the Daikin TML srl: Stainless steel cylinders and multi-energy tanks; Alpha high efficiency boiler air-to-water heat pump range. KaMo GmbH: District heating sub-stations, heat meters, Unitherm puts a lot of emphasis data loggers, etc; on training and courses are run on a Alpha Heating Innovation: Gas boilers 12kW up to 900kW. continuous basis throughout the year.

Peamount Business Centre, Newcastle, Co Dublin 9, City East Business Park, Ballybrit, Co Galway Tel: 00353 (1) 6109153 Fax: 00353 (1) 6212939 Tel: 00353 (91) 380038 Fax: 00353 (91) 380039 Sira aluminium radiator Email: [email protected] Web: www.uni-therm.ie

• Mary McAleese was inaugurated • Five people died when a bus for a second term as President of crashed into waiting passengers Ireland. at Wellington Quay, Dublin. • £22 million was stolen from the • The Luas Red Line commenced Northern Bank in Belfast. operation from Tallaght to the • Ireland won the Triple Crown for city centre. the first time since 1985. • Simultaneous train explosions • Olympian Cian O’Connor was his horse tested positive for a in Madrid killed 190 people. Five stripped of his gold medal when prohibited substance. suspects then blew themselves up. 2004 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 43 2005 Mueller Ireland:Layout 1 04/02/2015 14:17 Page 1

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Mueller Europe – world’s largest CELEBRATING 1964-2014 producer of copper tube

Mueller Europe is the world’s leading producer of sophisticated and fully-integrated copper tube copper tube for the heating and plumbing production facility in Europe. Just on €40 million market. It has always had a presence in Ireland was spent on new machinery and modernising but, with the appointment of Conor Lennon as the plant and its operations, with a further €3 sole agent for the Republic of Ireland in 2012, it million invested in a new coiled pipe line. This has since emerged as the principal supplier of allows coil or continuously-drawn straight lengths copper to the Irish marketplace. to be produced in diameters between 6mm to Distribution is strictly via its nationwide 28mm, providing an in-line plastic coating, merchant network with individual outlets kept drawing, cutting and bundling facility to the replenished by the ready availability of extensive coiled line. All Mueller stocks held in the Dublin premises of its specialist Mueller Europe’s plain straight-length tube is Europe tube logistics partner Cronin Movers. made to IS EN 1057-R250, while plain and plastic Mueller Europe has undertaken a massive coated coils to IS EN 1057-R220 carry the Quality is produced capital investment programme at its Bilston Mark of the National Standards Authority of Ireland using advanced manufacturing plant to create the most (NSAI). The range also includes chrome–plated manufacturing methods and sophisticated quality-control techniques to ensure that consistently-high standard products reach the installer.

• Hurricane Katrina struck the Lawlor, was killed after a car 2005 Louisiana, Mississippi and accident in Moscow. Alabama areas as 1600 perished. • Roy Keane made his exit from • A series of co-ordinated terrorist Manchester Utd to bring to an bombings struck London’s public end his 12 years at Old Trafford. transport system in morning rush • The Ferns Report, detailing the hour killing 50 people. investigation into clerical sex • The Sony Playstation and the • The controversial former Fianna abuse in the Roman Catholic Xbox 360 were launched. Fail party member and TD, Liam Diocese of Ferns was published. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 44 2005 Mueller Ireland:Layout 1 04/02/2015 14:17 Page 2

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and degreased tube. All are available in both Irish and BS specification sizes and Copper best for environment Conor Lennon, Mueller Europe manufactured and supplied under a An independent survey commissioned by Mueller Europe agent for the Republic of Quality Management System approved revealed that most householders, and installers, prefer Ireland to EN ISO 9001:2000 to support these copper tube. It provides a comfort factor for homeowners individual product standards. because of the way that it is fitted through soldering, and While stamped with the company’s because of its durability and very long lifespan. Copper is Streamline brand, everything in the also seen as the safest in the face of weather extremes. Mueller Europe range is seen as synonymous with copper pipe and For installers it is strong and reassuring, yet adaptable and simply referred to as such. easy to work with. The fact that it produces a permanent and secure fit safeguards the integrity of the entire system Applications and helps eliminate wasteful and costly call-backs. Both householders and installers alike cited the importance • Central heating of the recyclability of copper. To help boost the recyclability • Drinking water of the material even further, Mueller Europe has invested in • Gas • Hot and cold water equipment that strips off the polyethylene coating that • Sanitation protects copper tubing from environments which could be • Special engineering harmful to the material when installed for hot and cold water services, gas services, sanitation and central heating. 25-year guarantee Mueller Europe offers an MUELLER unprecedented 25-year guarantee. Records show that there is less than EUROPE one chance in a million of a failure occurring in its products that can Contact: Conor Lennon be directly attributed to a Email: [email protected] manufacturing fault. www.muellereurope.com

• The death occurred of Noel sons when George Best was laid Cantwell, former Ireland manager to rest in his native city. and international soccer player. • Cork became the European City • Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger was of Culture and Waterford elected as the new Pope. He took welcomed the Tall Ships. the name Pope Benedict XVI. • The IRA formally announced an • The “Rossport Five” protestors, end to armed conflict and gave opposed to laying of gas pipelines • Belfast mourned the passing of up its weapons to independent in Co. Mayo, spent 94 days in jail. one of its most famous sporting weapons inspectors. 2005 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 45 2006 Versatile:Layout 1 06/02/2015 11:06 Page 1

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Inspired bathrooms and CELEBRATING 1964-2014 total indoor climate control

Versatile Bathrooms & Interiors has been to mechanical consultants, mechanical contractors, supplying luxurious bathroom equipment and plumbers, builders, system designers and architects. accessories, and indoor climate control, throughout Ireland for over 30 years. Operating from a purpose- Versatile Agencies designed office, showroom and warehouse complex Versatile Agencies is Ireland’s leading heating in Navan, Co Meath, the two divisions of the business supplier and specialist in the design and supply of – VersaItile Agencies and Versatile Bathrooms – radiators, trench heating, radiant panels, overdoor supply quality products from market-leading brands. air curtains, heat recovery and valves. Its To complement that exclusive product portfolio revolutionary designs offer the best in energy Today Versatile both also provide design advice, product selection efficient heating and cooling for complete indoor continues to play guidance and full technical and installation support climate control. a pivotal role in completing the evolutionary circle that introduces cutting-edge heating technology and inspired bathroom designs.

• A planned loyalist march down • Loyalist Michael Stone O’Connell Street became the “Love attempted to bomb the Northern 2006 Ulster”riot as chaos and street Ireland Assembly in Belfast. fighting erupted in Dublin centre. • Forklift truck driver Steve Wright, • In Iraq, Saddam Hussein was was charged with the murders of found guilty of crimes against five Ipswich prostitutes. humanity and sentenced to death. • The GAA, FAI and IRFU agreed • Steve Staunton was appointed the Republic of Ireland football a deal which allowed soccer and by the FAI as the new manager of team, a role he struggled in. rugby to be played in Croke Park.

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As the demand for energy-conscious products, and radiators in particular, has Heating Product Portfolio increased over the years, Versatile • Radiators • Radiant panels Agencies has been at the forefront of • Trench heating and cooling • Valves pioneering new product types and • Overdoor air curtains • Heat recovery technology. Along with its partners • Fan coil units • Heat pumps Zehnder and Jago, it regularly introduces innovative heating solutions that set industry benchmarks. Versatile has gone from supplying standard domestic and steel panel Bill Treacy, Managing Director, radiators to offering radiant heating, Versatile Bathrooms & Interiors radiators that work with heat pumps,

radiators with built-in low H20 technology for energy savings, and specialist trench systems for heating and cooling. Versatile Bathrooms Versatile Bathrooms • Contemporary bathrooms Versatile Bathrooms is Ireland’s leading • Classic bathrooms luxurious bathroom supplier with an • Bathroom furniture award-winning showroom featuring • Basins displays of modern, classic, traditional • WCs and designer bathrooms and accessories. Andrew Treacy, Managing There is also a beautiful tile range • Showers Director, Versatile Agencies including ceramic, porcelain, mosaic or • Wetrooms natural stone tiles. • Taps In addition, there is a talented team of • Tiles interior designers/interior architects who • Stone will assist clients in creating a uniquely- Accessories elegant and timeless bathroom. •

Philip Treacy, Regional Sales BATHROOMS & INTERIORS Manager, Ulster Beechmount Home Park, Navan, Co Meath T: 046 9029444 F: 046 9027704 E: [email protected] www.versatile.ie

• Armed Gardaí forcibly removed • Up to 120,000 people lined the 30 Afghan refugees who had streets of Dublin to mark the 90th sought sanctuary in St. Patrick's anniversary of the 1916 Rising. Cathedral, Dublin after a one- • £53 million was stolen from a week hunger-strike. Securitas depot in the largest cash • The Basque separatist group robbery in British crime history. ETA announced a cease fire. • Prince Philip met President • Ireland hosted the Ryder Cup victory over the USA at the K Club Mary McAleese and Taoiseach and Europe’s golfers claimed in Straffan, Co Kildare. Bertie Ahern on a visit to Dublin. 2006 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 47 2007 Fantasy Lights:Layout 1 06/02/2015 11:17 Page 1

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NEW LIGHTING STORE CONCEPT TO OPEN MID-MARCH

CELEBRATING 1964-2014 LED Store lights the way

While LED lighting is now well established Thanks to the unique sample installations, and accepted as the future for the industry, coupled with sophisticated programmable consumers, end-users and professionals alike controls, visitors can engage with the still don’t fully understand its incredible displays. This means that they can experience potential. But all that is set to change thanks to at first hand the incredible possibilities LED the emergence of a new concept from Fantasy lighting affords in a variety of many Lights Group called the LED Store, which is set different settings. to open mid-March. Equally important is the facility to engage LED Store is a unique one-stop-shop lighting face-to-face with qualified and experienced service comprising a dedicated LED display lighting experts who will discuss your particular LED Store is centre featuring fully-functioning displays project – be it a domestic or commercial a uniique one- covering domestic and commercial applications. installation – and advise you on the best It is not like a traditional showroom but more possible solution to best satisfy your stop-shop of an engaging, procactive presentation. lighting requirement. lighting service The Four Courts in Dublin, comprising a specially lit for the St Patricks dedicated LED Festival display centre featuring fully- functioning displays covering domestic and commercial applications.

• Three fishing boats sank off the from the group stage for the south coast of Ireland with the Super 8 stage, defeating Pakistan 2007 loss of seven lives from the “Pere in the process.. Charles”and the “Honeydew II”. • Ireland defeated England 43-13 • Apple introduced The iPhone in the first ever rugby match to be and the new Itouch with built-in played in Croke Park. WiFi and touch screen. • Floods caused chaos through • Gordon Brown succeeded Tony • In a successful world cup debut, wide areas of Britain and left Blair as British Prime Minister. the Ireland cricket team qualified hundreds of people homeless.

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Understanding LED LED Store strengths LED Store will help you better understand • Over 25 years lighting experience the principles behind LED lighting. It will • Access to world-class manufacturers explain to you the exciting potential it • Qualified electrical personnel presents, not just for aesthetic and comfort • Computer generated design “white light” levels, but also the infinite • Engineering-led solutions colour-changing options it entails. • Commercial and domestic experience LED Neon-Flex This education theme is replicated on the • Design, manufacture and installation vibrant LED Store website where dynamic • Value and reliability and exciting videos, couched in easy-to- understand terminology, bring LED technology, and its huge potential, to life. Whether you are a designer, specifier, contractor or end-user, LED Store is a must- visit destination.

What is Led Lighting? LED lamps are solid-state lamps that use light-emitting diodes as the light source. LED illuminated plastic garden While the initial costs are higher than planter fluorescent and incandescent lamps, LEDs have longer life, high energy efficiency and offer an infinite variety of lighting and colour-changing options. LED lighting is also extremely flexible in Infinite lighting possibilities that it can be configured for all manner of LED Store represents an Aladdin’s Cave of lighting that external and internal lighting applications. highlights the infinite possibilities the latest LED innovations have to offer. The technology is now so Driver-free LED advanced that the only limitation lies in people’s In the early days LED lighting comprised two imaginations. LED Store aims to break that limitation by elements – the actual fitting and the driver exposing all industry sectors to the full potential of LED. required to change the DC current to AC. If Griven outdoor white failures occurred it was often down to the architectural illumination driver failure rather than the actual LED. That problem is now a thing of the past with the advent of the latest innovation in Mulcahy Keane Estate, Greenhills Road, LED technology that has seen the driver Walkinstown, Dublin 12. replaced by a computer chip that is Tel: 01 460 1052 Fax: 01 460 1054 integrated into the LED fitting. Email: [email protected] www.fantasylights.com

• Rally driver Colin McRae and first soccer match ever played at three other people were killed Dublin’s Croke Park. when their helicopter crashed • The sudden death occurred near Lanark, Scotland. from a brain haemorrhage of • The Dublin Port Tunnel opened Mullingar singer Joe Dolan. providing direct access between • Golfer Padraig Harrington won Dublin Port and the national road the British Open in Carnoustie, network for heavy goods vehicles • A Stephen Ireland goal gave Scotland when he beat Spain’s and other traffic. Ireland a vital win in the historic Sergio Garcia in a play-off. 2007 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 49 2008 Energy Show:Layout 1 30/01/2015 11:19 Page 1

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Specify the best energy CELEBRATING 1964-2014 products for your clients

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland’s development professionals, energy users in the (SEAI) Energy Show 2015 takes place at the commercial, industrial and public sectors, and RDS, Dublin on Wednesday 25th and energy providers. Attendees with an interest in Thursday 26th of March. This annual two-day building services can meet with leading business event, which last year saw over 160 providers of systems such as heating, companies exhibit their sustainable energy ventilation, air conditioning, district heating, products and services, is the premier energy heat recovery, compressed air, monitoring and trade exhibition in Ireland and a must for targeting to name but a few. Given the those interested in learning about the latest In addition to the exhibition, the Energy energy saving technologies and practices Show has grown over the years to include strong national available on the market. extra complementary features and side events. commitment to The Energy Show, now running since 1996, For 2015 these include Best Practice Retrofit last year brought together over 3,500 visitors. Demonstrations, the Product of the Show energy efficiency These included building design and Awards, networking opportunities with and the constant innovation in energy saving technologies, specifiers, businesses, public bodies and community organisations should not miss The Energy Show.

• Bertie Ahern stepped down as • As the Wall Street credit crisis Taoiseach and was replaced by spread worldwide, Irish stock 2008 Brian Cowen. markets suffered their biggest • Chaos hit the international ever one-day fall on 29 September. stock markets as US banks Bear • Fidel Castro stepped down as Stearns and Lehman Brothers President of Cuba after almost 50 both collapsed. years in power. • The song “Falling Slowly” won Marketa Irglova and Dustin was • Computer giant Microsoft tried an Oscar for Glen Hansard and the Irish act at Eurovision 2008. to buy out Yahoo for $44.6bn.

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international markets, an electric vehicle pavilion and lots of free workshops, seminars and briefing events. The Energy Show is the flagship event in the sustainable energy calendar. Given the strong national commitment to energy efficiency and the constant innovation in energy saving technologies, specifiers, businesses, public bodies and Overall Product of the Show Winner 2014 – Metac Training. Jim Gannon, Chairman of the judging panel with Dominic community organisations should Dunne, METAC and Brian Motherway, SEAI Chief Executive. not miss this event. SEI Energy Theatre International connections The Energy Show offers visitors a unique platform to access This year a new SEAI Energy Theatre will international markets with scheduled networking sessions be located in the Main Hall with free taking place over the two days of the Show. Also present hourly sessions updating attendees on will be the Enterprise Europe Network which offers free help the latest policy and market developments to small and medium-sized businesses to make the most of in energy efficiency and renewable business opportunities in Europe and beyond. The following energy. Topics will include: countries will be available to discuss business opportunities: • Briefings on the latest energy statistics • Argentina for Ireland and their implications for • Brazil business; • Britain • Energy management standards; • Canada • How to maximise tax incentives like • China the Accelerated Capital Allowances; • Czech Republic • Electric vehicles for fleet users; • France • Best practice in energy efficiency for • Israel different business sectors. • Portugal This packed agenda is free to all visitors and sessions are available for pre- • Saudi Arabia booking on www.seai.ie/energyshow • Spain

Visit the Energy Show 2015, 25/26 March at the RDS Dublin www.seai.ie/energyshow

• Barack Obama campaigned • After 36 years in business, The under the slogan “Yes We Can” Burlington Hotel in Dublin closed and was duly elected President of with the loss of 400 jobs. the USA. • Patrick Hillery, former Irish • Cork’s GAA players went on President, government minister, strike while Munster won the and EU Commissioner died. Heineken Cup by beating Toulouse. • Shuttle Endeavour went on • Italian Giovanni Trapattoni was the Irish football team with a 16-day mission to the confirmed as the new manager of Marco Tardelli as his assistant. International Space Station. 2008 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 51 2009 Standard Control:Layout 1 05/02/2015 09:20 Page 1

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Energy under control with CELEBRATING 1964-2014 Standard Control Systems

Standard Control Systems was established in Standard Control Systems also has expertise 1984 and is primarily involved in the provision in providing turnkey solutions for clients and of fully-functioning, highly-complex but user- has, for example, on many occasions removed friendly BEMS systems across all segments of old legacy systems and replaced them with up- the construction industry. Services include to-date Ethernet-based systems. the engineering, supply, installation and The core services provided by Standard commissioning of control panels, field controls, Controls Systems fall under three main process controllers, bespoke GUI mimics and categories – BEMS, Validation and Ligo lighting software programming. by open technology. Having just The primary objective of the solutions It has considerable experience and expertise provided is to ensure maximum performance in the close control and monitoring of: celebrated its of the facility while, at the same time, • Data Centres; • Pharmaceutical; 30th anniversary, continuously monitoring and interfacing with • Healthcare; • Industrial; all the building services elements to improve Standard Control efficiencies, reduce energy consumption and • Education; • Hotel and Leisure; Systems has save on running costs. • Commercial; • Retail. embarked on a Standard Control Systems fresh expansion supplied and commissioned the BMS for the prestigious phase that Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. will see It has a Trend 963 graphics- based supervisor as its greater market main operator interface and operates all HVAC penetration both services, including heat/ cooling generation and at home, across distribution systems; Europe and in ventilation, cooling and heating of auditorium, the Middle East. orchestra pit, foyer, back of house and control rooms; and all domestic hot water services.

• Ireland was denied the chance to Pop” Michael Jackson who died go to the 2010 soccer World Cup in strange circumstances to a 2009 finals, as a blatant handball by worldwide outpouring of grief. Thierry Henry helped France to a • Former Government press 2-1 aggregate victory in a playoff. secretary Frank Dunlop was • Pat Kenny stepped down as sentenced to two years host of ”The Late Late Show”, incarceration for corruption. while economics editor George • The showbusiness world • Irish rugby celebrated a first Lee left RTE for Fine Gael. mourned the passing of “King of Grand Slam in 61 years and https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 52 2009 Standard Control:Layout 1 05/02/2015 09:20 Page 2

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Major contract in The Difference is…. People Dammam Saudi Arabia Standard Control Systems believes that, to remain market leader Standard Control Systems has in this industry, it’s ALL about people and this is why the company has developed an unrivalled level of trust with its clients. Director secured a major contract with Jones Sean O’Toole says: “We’re often asked to provide solutions and Engineering Ltd to provide a we find our customers are less concerned about the systems sophisticated BEMS to the Saudi we use and more about the fact that we have the in-house International Petrochemical know-how to get the job done. To sustain this we continually Company in Dammam, near the invest in our personnel. There is always at least one staff member east coast of Saud Arabia. It has on an internal or external training course, while we also run worked closely on the detailed weekly training courses in our new training facility in Dublin”. Sean O’Toole, Director, design of the system with both Standard Controls Systems Jones Engineering and Mott Ligo lighting control system MacDonald in Dublin. The company Standard Control Systems also supplies the ground-breaking is delighted with this additional LIGO lighting control systems. This system is designed to contract as, in the words of senior interface with BEMS systems, if required. Alternatively, it can management “it further consolidates fully function as a stand-alone system with access via a our position in the region”. standard Internet browser.

Project Management The company has now grown to in excess of 50 people, with seven full-time Contracts Managers harnessing the expertise within The lighting control system provides control and integration the in-house Design Team and of all DALI control components that make up the system, including ballasts, emergency ballasts, intelligent sensors, the Pre-Commissioning and PIR and light level, and switches and scene plates. Commissioning teams. DUBLIN Standard House Riverview Business Park New Nangor Road Dublin 12 Tel: 00 353 1 4291800

BELFAST Unit 43 Mallusk Enterprise Park Standard Control Systems Mallusk Drive Newtownabbey IRELAND – UK – EUROPE – MIDDLE EAST Co Antrim BT36 4GN WWW. STANDARDCONTROL. IE Tel: 0044-289-560-8528

Leinster won the Heineken Cup • The Treaty of Lisbon came into for the first time. force in European Union (EU) • Extreme weather across the member states. country disrupted most transport • The funeral of Liam Clancy, the including flights and bus routes. last of The Clancy Brothers, was • Figures showed a record attended by hundreds of mourners. 388,600 people on the live • The Progressive Democrats register; the figure had almost • St Mel’s Cathedral in Longford political party was officially doubled in one year. was destroyed by fire. dissolved. 2009 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 53 2010 Euro Gas:Layout 1 30/01/2015 11:38 Page 1

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Euro Gas – celebrating 30 CELEBRATING 1964-2014 years serving building services

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Euro packaged plant room concept is firmly established Gas Ltd, a company founded in 1985 by Pat Curran and is widely seen as the preferred method of to distribute Schwank Radiant tube heaters. construction for many situations. Within two years Rendamax was added to the The most recent company development was range, making the company the first to introduce the acquisition of Sermet (NI) Ltd in 2014 to condensing boilers to Ireland. strengthen its position in the Northern In 1988 Des Prendergast joined Pat and together Ireland market. they laid the foundation for what is now one of From the outset Euro Gas Ltd saw mechanical the leading mechanical services suppliers in the consultants and contractors as its main customer country with a large portfolio of leading brands base and set about a “hands on approach” in The list of (see opposite page). the provision of technical excellence in advice, In the late nineties Martin Garvey joined as Sales product and designed solutions to its customers. prestigious Director and Jimmy Sadlier as Financial Director, It has continuously recruited technically- projects Euro giving the company the broad range of technical experienced and customer-focussed personnel, and financial experience necessary to achieve its as well as developing its own young dynamic Gas is responsible key objectives. Martin Garvey succeeded Des as sales and service team. for covers all Managing Director in 2013. This commitment to quality products, market- In 1999 a sister-company called Pak Plant Ltd leading brands and quality service has remained business sectors was established, under the stewardship of Denis steadfast and, apart from underpinning its success O’Keeffe, to serve the growing requirement for to date, is the foundation upon which all future and includes customised off-site project solutions. Today the success will be built. pharmaceuticals, healthcare, prisons, food and drink, and computer and technology.

• Ireland experienced its most which led to increased pressure 2010 extreme cold weather since 1963. on Cowen to resign. • A cloud of volcanic ash from an • The Saville Inquiry into Bloody eruption in Iceland caused the Sunday found that the British closure of airspace over the Army was “unjustified” in United Kingdom and northern shooting 27 civilians in 1972. and western Europe. • Minister for Health and • Taoiseach Brian Cowen gave a Ireland ‘ s Cathal Mac Coille from Children Mary Harney was pelted controversial interview to Morning a Fianna Fáil think-in in Galway with eggs and cheese in Nenagh.

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Pak Plant off-site solutions Pak Plant Ltd is a subsidiary of Euro Gas and was established in 1999 to serve a growing requirement from specifiers and contractors for the provision of off-site project solutions. Pak Plant provides either standard packaged plant rooms or custom- designed bespoke units. All are Martin Garvey, Managing designed and built in Ireland and can Director be supplied skid-mounted if necessary for incorporation into existing Market-leading brands building structures. The Euro Gas portfolio represents only market- The objective is to provide a complete leading brands, all of whom have packaged solution that represents value a reputation for quality and innovation. for money, is delivered on schedule and Included are Remeha, Lochinvar, Cochran, comes in within the allocated budget. A1 Flue Systems, Reznor, HidROS, Enviro-tec, Schwank, Rendamax, Niche, M & G, Dunham Bush, Frese, Spirotech, Cordivari and Gilles. Technical support and Product categories represented are: commissioning • Boilers • Hot water Euro Gas provides comprehensive site Air heating • Denis O’Keeffe, Sales installation guidance and after-sales • Fan coils Director, Pak Plant Ltd. technical support, along with a full • Gas fired radiant heating commissioning service on all projects. • Gas detection It has an extensive network of dedicated • Flue gas exhaust systems and fully-trained engineers covering the • Door curtains entire country, strategically located to ensure prompt and efficient service at local level. Be it emergency call outs, planned maintenance, preventative maintenance or fault-finding/trouble-shooting, clients are assured of a quality service. Engineers carry limited quantities of Southern Cross Business Park, Boghall Road, the most commonly-used spare parts Bray, Co Wicklow while extensive quantities are held at Tel: 01 – 286 8244 head office. email: [email protected] www.eurogas.ie

• The 2010 FIFA World Cup took • Fans attacked the referee on place in South Africa with Spain the Croke Park pitch after a emerging as winners of the trophy. controversial ending to the 2010 • Floods in Pakistan caused by Leinster Senior Football Final monsoon rains left millions of between Louth and Meath. people homeless and starving. • The death occurred of one of • A lone protestor drove a cement Ireland’s most popular truck to the gates of Leinster Toxic Bank”with its number plate broadcasters and presenters, House bearing the slogan “Anglo reading “bankrupt”. Gerry Ryan, at the age of 53. 2010 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 55 2011 Thermo AIr:Layout 1 04/02/2015 12:35 Page 1

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Thermo Air Ireland – creating CELEBRATING 1964-2014 a better environment

Thermo Air Ireland, a subsidiary of the large the air handling systems are produced in-house, pan-European Dutch Group, has been from stock components, on short lead times. manufacturing climate control equipment in Apart from air handling, other application Carlow for over 30 years. It has a state-of-the-art areas served include space heating, heat production facility that also includes a product recovery, ventilation, door curtains and other development and design studio, along with related product categories and accessories. its own engineering works. Output goes to Thermo Air Ireland shares its extensive both the home and European markets. Carlow site with sister-company Imofa Fans Heating, ventilation, cooling and heat a specialist manufacturer of fans and recovery systems are its speciality, the core ventilation equipment (see panel opposite). Leading philosophy being to produce highly-engineered, Together, their respective design, engineering technologically-advanced products and systems and manufacturing teams represent a massive supplier of for all clients’ needs. Apart from the standard knowledge-base of experience and technical innovative air ex-stock portfolio, a particular Thermo Air know-how that feeds in to the final product strength is its ability to devise and manufacture and system solutions that are delivered to treatment bespoke solutions, commonly at very clients. products and short notice. Success to date has been built on that core The standard product range is available ex- strength – it will also underpin its continued systems stock on a nationwide, next day, delivery while growth and expansion into the future. designed and manufactured to create a better indoor environment.

• Anders Behring Breivik killed over Kerry while Kilkenny eight people in a bomb blast in defeated Tipperary by 2-17 to 1-16 2011 Oslo, and then 68 people in an in the hurling decider. attack on an island youth camp. • Riots in Tottenham, London • Fianna Fáil's Micheál Martin lasted several days and spread to was elected party leader and cities throughout the UK. Enda Kenny became Taoiseach. • A small plane crashed while • A last-minute point from Dublin the All-Ireland football landing in fog at Cork Airport. goalkeeper Stephen Cluxton gave crown with a 1-12 to 1-11 win Six people were killed. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 56 2011 Thermo AIr:Layout 1 04/02/2015 12:35 Page 2

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Comprehensive portfolio Continous research and development means that long product life, energy efficiency and consistent performance are integral to all products and systems in the portfolio. The full range includes: • Air handling units • Heat recovery • Unit heaters Ceiling void air heater • Space heaters • Direct-drive fans Jerry O’Neill, Managing Imofa Fans Director • Indirect-drive fans Imofa Fans was established in 1987 and specialises • Inline axial fans in the production of fans and ventillation equipment. • Heat recirculation With a wealth of expertise in the air movement • Door curtains industry, Imofa provides solutions for any commercial fan, ventillation and heat transfer requirement. Only Nationwide service high-quality components and rigorous production controls helps achieve that. Thermo Air Ireland and Imofa Fans are A large stock of ideally located on a site just outside Carlow components, enough to town. This means product can be delivered manufacture over 100,000 quickly, and to anywhere in the 32 fans and motors, together counties, on an overnight basis. Both with a flexible production companies maintain large stocks of system, ensures delivery on time, every time. Joe Nolan, Design and Sales equipment so standard units can be with To further guarantee local product availability and Department clients within 24 hours of an order being first class service, products stocked by subsidiary and received. Customised AHU systems can be partner companies throughout the world can be also be produced in short time frames. easily accessed. Bespoke solutions Thermo Air is not merely about quality products. What it offers is bespoke solutions tailored to meet project-specific applications. These include: • Matching product designs with heat pumps and renewable energy sources; Thermo Air Ireland Ltd • Increased efficiency power systems; Strawhall, Athy Road, Co Carlow • Intelligent, high-efficiency fans; T: 059 – 913 1646 • High-efficiency heat recovery systems; E: [email protected] • Enhanced control systems that engage seamlessly with BMS. www.thermoair.ie

• US President Barack Obama festival as 50 tall ships descended visited Dublin and his ancestral on the city of Waterford. village of Moneygall. • Osama bin Laden, the founder • The death occurred of Spanish and leader of the militant group golf legend Seve Ballesteros. Al-Qaeda, was killed by the US • Ireland was struck by flash army in Pakistan. floods as heavy torrential rain fell • Former Minister for Finance and in Dublin with up to 90mm falling • Over half a million people Deputy Leader of Fianna Fáil Brian in just six hours. attended the The Tall Ships Races Lenihen died at his Dublin home. 2011 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 57 Building Services Engineering, Vol. 54 [2015], Iss. 1, Art. 1

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Walkair – engineering the air you need CELEBRATING 1964-2014 with premier market-leading brands

Walkair is one of Ireland’s leading suppliers or VAV/CAV and lab-control applications. of engineered product solutions to the HVAC However, first and foremost Walkair, in market with a portfolio of premier brands conjunction with its product partners, is that includes Trox, Stulz, BlueBox, Daldrop dedicated to supporting consultants, Clean Room Solutions and Panasonic. The contractors and end-users alike with its product portfolio is now so vast that Walkair in-house engineering know-how and can be truly regarded as the ultimate “one- experience, to ensure the best possible use stop-shop” and application of its product portfolio. The equipment ranges from central plant Walkair does not just supply product … such as the innovative Trox X-Cube AHU and it is a solutions provider. Walkair has 50 BlueBox range of highly-efficient, free- Walkair supports its equipment with cooling air and water cooled chillers, to end full technical and design facilities, years experience of system TROX air terminal devices and all commissioning and service support, backed in every specialist components in between. Every conceivable up with more than 50 years experience in HVAC design can be catered for, be it the sector. It is committed to providing sector within the centralised ventilation, cooling or heating, high-quality engineered solutions for all HVAC industry AC, chilled beam (passive and active), FCUs application types. and supports its equipment with full technical and design facilities, commissioning and service support.

Trox X-Cube AHU

• A new €2 coin was issued by to secure a gold medal for Ireland 2012 the Central Bank of Ireland as it at the London Olympic Games. celebrated 10 years of the euro. • The Shard, the tallest building in • US President Barack Obama Europe and the UK’s tallest free- was re-elected for his second standing structure at 309.6m, term of office. was officially opened. • Gavin O’Reilly, the long-serving • County Mayo was struck by chief executive of Independent • Katie Taylor won her final bout an earthquake with a magnitude News & Media, resigned. against Russia’s Sofya Ochigava of 4.0. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 58 et al.: BS News January/February

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Service, maintenance TROX cleanroom fan coil and spares unit (CROFCU) Walkair provides full after-sales service and offers planned maintenance, along with monitoring, repair and recurring plant maintenance contracts. Walkair also offers 24/7 call-out facility and 4-hour response time.

Walkair Product Portfolio Adrian Cooke, Managing The TROX cleanroom fan coil unit (CROFCU) is the future of Director Trox Pharma HVAC clean room design. It can remove up to 80% of X Cube and Compact AHU’s; Chilled Beams; ductwork requirements and reduce commissioning by up to 50%. Fan Coil Units; VAV & CAV Control Units; Lab Control Systems; Grilles and Diffusers; Filters and Housings; Attenuators; Fire Dampers; Stulz Close Control VCDs; Computer Room Floor Grilles. The Stulz close control and precision cooling portfolio also plays a key Stulz part in Walkair’s core business. A 20- CyberAiR Close Control; CyberRow In Line year relationship with this market- Rack Coolers; Cyber Cool Data Centre leading premier brand ensures that Chillers; Compact Line Mini Space Close all precision cooling, close control Carl Dumpleton, Technical Control; Ultrasonic Humidification; Direct and humidification requirements Sales Manager and Indirect Free Cooling. to the Data Centre sector are catered for with confidence and BlueBox peace of mind with a reliable 24/7 Air and Water Cooled Chillers; Free Cooling call-out facility. Chillers; Multifunctional Heating and Cooling Chillers; Roof Top Units. Panasonic Split Systems; VRF Systems; Air to Water Heat Pumps. Daldrop Cleanroom Products Walkair Ltd. Unit 90, Western Industrial Estate, Dublin 12 HEPA Filter Housings; Fan Filter Units c/w Tel: 01- 456 8070 Fax: 01 - 456 8098 Trox HEPA/ULPA Filters; Air and Misting Showers; Mobile Cleanrooms (MFlow); www.walkair.ie Weigh Booths; Extract and Sampling Booths. A Daldrop Group Company

• President and Mrs Higgins it the first city to host the Games visited Belfast where they met for a third time. Queen Elizabeth for the first time. • Earth observed the “Transit of • Bradley Wiggins won the Tour Venus”, a rarely-occcuring de France, the first British rider astronomical event. ever to do so. • Irish Golfer Rory McIlroy had • Páidí Ó Sé, former Kerry Gaelic a record-breaking eight shot footballer and manager, died • London hosted the 2012 win at the 2012 US PGA from a suspected heart attack. Summer Olympic Games, making Championship at Kiawah Island. 2012 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 59 2013 Chronotherm:Layout 1 06/02/2015 13:00 Page 1

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Chronotherm Controls CELEBRATING 1964-2014 Celebrates Silver Jubilee

Chronotherm Controls Ltd celebrates 25 years As a technology-led company Chronotherm this year as a specialist in heating controls for Controls has a wealth of experience across domestic and semi-commercial applications. all industry sectors with highly-qualified in- Solutions provided satisfy both comfort and house staff capable of resolving virtually any energy-efficiency requirements, in addition to controls application. helping clients meet building regulations and It channels the expertise, design and to achieve higher BER ratings. technical support of its suppliers to its The company was founded by Tom Noone in customers, thereby strengthening the trading 1989. He has a total of 40 years experience in the partnership between all concerned. This industry, the early years of which were spent includes regular educationals and demonstrations The range with the family business Heatovent. Throughout on the use of the products for both wholesale that time he has introduced renowned brands includes hard- staff and installers. and product innovations Tom also recommends that both heating wired and to Ireland, something and electrical contractors should attend one which he continues wireless products, of the many excellent training courses available to do today. and comprises a to installers with a view to obtaining a better understanding of the operation and mix of own and interaction of heating controls. Attending market-leading an accredited training course and/or a quick phone call to the supplier can prevent most brands from problems. If we don’t ask the questions some of the we cannot learn. In addition to market-leading brands from world’s foremost world-renowned manufacturers, Chronotherm manufacturers. also has an expansive range of own-brand controls (see panel right). The strength of this product portfolio, combined with the experience and engineering Tom Noone, expertise of all personnel, means that Managing Chronotherm has a solution to cater for every Director project size and type, be it a domestic, industrial or commercial application, wired or wireless.

• Lance Armstrong admitted to charged with fraudulently claiming 2013 doping in all of his Tour de France mobile phone expenses. wins during his cycling career in an • GAA legend Kevin Heffernan, interview with Oprah Winfrey. the former Dublin Gaelic • Tens of thousands of people footballer and manager, died marched against the bank debt after a long illness. burden in demonstrations in • Two bombs were exploded at Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, • Former Fianna Fáil politician the Boston Marathon killing three Waterford and Sligo. Ivor Callely was arrested and and injuring 264 people. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 60 2013 Chronotherm:Layout 1 06/02/2015 13:00 Page 2

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Wireless Controls Own brand CTC There is a growing market in wireless Chronotherm Controls own-brand range is called CTC. controls, especially for retrofit applications. At least one year design and testing goes in to all new These include thermostat, standard and products in the range and this includes regular visits programmable controllers and timers. to the manufacturing facilities. When in contact with Chronotherm, ask Products also about its unique universal transmitter include the EZI and receiver which offers a solution to Flash timer most wireless requirements. Fit range of high-quality, Market-leading brands multi-purpose, Flash programmers Immermat timers for the control of designed immersions, heating, boilers, lighting, etc specifically for the needs of the Irish marketplace. Thermomess There are three models to choose from – a single- Pipe, room and boiler thermostats channel version (with volt-free connection), along with CTC RTD2 thermostat Sangamo 2-channel and 3-channel versions. There is also the EZI Powersaver range of simple-to-use, multi- Fit motorised valve and actuator (available in 3/4”cc, application controllers 1”cc, 22mm and 28mm), and with power-on LED. Pegler Valves This new range sits comfortably alongside the existing General domestic heating equipment market-leading brands in its portfolio and was Danfoss specifically designed by Chronotherm to cater for Room stats, TRVs, motirised valves, a particular niche in the Irish marketplace. controls packs and wireless controls Over the last 12 months the CTC portfolio has expanded Hager to include a full range of wired and wireless thermostats, Programmable room thermostats that and heating control packs. CTC EZI Fit motorised valve regulate ambient temperature in each room.

Unit E2 Clonlara Road, Baldonnell Business Park, Dublin 22. Hager programmable room Tel: 01 – 410 5756 Mob: 087 – 255 3703 thermostat E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.chronotherm.ie

• Former Conservative British their fourth All-Ireland. Dublin Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher defeated Mayo in the football. died following a stroke. • Taoiseach Enda Kenny delivered • Martin O’Neill replaced Giovanni an emotional apology in Dáil Trapattoni as manager of the Irish Éireann on behalf of the State to football team, with former captain the Magdalene Laundry survivors. Roy Keane as his assistant. • Sir Alex Ferguson announced • In a thrilling All-Ireland hurling the greatest final of all time, Clare his retirement as the manager of final replay, described by some as beat Cork by 5-16 to 3-16 to win Manchester United. 2013 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 61 2014 BSS:Layout 1 06/02/2015 09:42 Page 1

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Leaders in heating and CELEBRATING 1964-2014 pipeline solutions

BSS Ireland, part of the Travis Perkins is also the sole supplier of the BOSSTM range Group, has been established in Ireland of valves, controls, pump equipment, since 1954. The company is one of Ireland’s gauges, heating, bracketry, metal piping leading suppliers of heating and pipeline and consumable products. solutions to industry, with experience Crucially, BSS Ireland offers customers spanning across a wide range of sectors access to its unique technical support team from pharmaceutical to marine, oil and which is made up of heating and hot water gas, building services, process and mechanical service engineers who have water treatment. extensive experience in the industry and BSS Ireland supplies a wide range of are capable of consulting on a wide range products from plastic and metal pipe of applications and projects. systems through to underfloor heating, The technical team is further supported commercial boilers and drainage, partnering by Application Engineers who bring their BSS is dedicated with blue-chip names and supplying a problem-solving skills to bear on mechanical number of trusted brands. The company problems on a wide and varied range of to offering the widest choice, the most reliable technical advice and the most comprehensive customer service in the industry.

• More than 200 Nigerian girls • In Britain, journalist Andy and women were abducted by the Coulson was jailed for 18 months 2014 radical Nigerian group known as for conspiracy to hack phones. Boko Haram. • An avalanche on Mount Everest • Mount Carmel Hospital went killed 16 Nepalese guides. into liquidation and over 300 • A five-concert series at Croke jobs were lost as a result. Park by country singer Garth • Up to 100,000 people marched Government plans to introduce Brooks was cancelled following in Dublin in protest against water charges. a licence refusal. https://arrow.tudublin.ie/bsn/vol54/iss1/1 62 2014 BSS:Layout 1 07/02/2015 08:31 Page 2

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products and applications. In addition, there is the dedicated BSS Ireland expertise of Brendan Coghlan, Commercial and Operations Director, Pat Kelly, Sales Director, and Jason Warnock, Branch Manager.

BSS has a wide range of products from leading manufacturers, and its own-brand

TM BOSS which is an Pat Kelly, Sales Director with Jason Warnock, Branch Manager established premier and Brendan Coghlan, Commercial and Operations Director. quality alternative. Areas of application BSS Ireland provides market-leading brands and technical advice in the following areas: • Drainage • Heating and Hot Water • Controls, Metering, Firefighting • Metal Pipe Systems BSS Ireland also provides industry- • Plastic Pipe Systems leading distribution support for • Pumps and Pumping Equipment customers across Ireland with its • Renewable Energy Solutions Magna Park distribution facility in • Fixings, Supports and Site Essentials Leicestershire and the BSS National • Valves and Filtration Pipe Distribution Centre in Coventry. Magna Park, in Leicestershire, holds £50 million worth of stock that is available on a short delivery of two to three days to Ireland, while the National Pipe Distribution White Heather Industrial Estate, 301 South Circular Road, Dublin 8 Centre in Coventry stocks a wide T: (353) (1) 416 5100 F: (353) (1) 416 5145 range of piping products for Email: [email protected] industrial and commercial applications. www.bss.ie

• Joan Burton was elected leader it was hit by a Russian-supplied of the Labour Party, succeeding missile fired by rebels. Eamon Gilmore. She was duly • Europe, led by Dubliner Paul appointed Tánaiste. McGinley, defeated the US at • Singer Rolf Harris was sent to Gleneagles for their third prison in London for indecently successve win in the Ryder Cup. assaulting female minors. • The death occurred of Christine • A Malaysia Airlines plane with eastern Ukraine, close to the Buckley, institutional abuse 283 people on board crashed in border with Russia. It is suspected survivor and campaigner. 2014 Published by ARROW@TU Dublin, 2015 63 Building Services Engineering, Vol. 54 [2015], Iss. 1, Art. 1

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