ArchiTECH – AWS Passive Ventilation Systems

As building standards improve and our focus on airtightness increases, we can no longer rely on air leakage as a mechanism for ventilation within the building envelope. Operable windows can provide fresh air and natural ventilation, however, studies have shown they are rarely used to maximise natural ventilation. Reliance on HVAC systems for airflow has become commonplace and poor Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) has become a growing concern for architects and building occupants.

Ventilation has been proven to achieve positive impacts on the health and productivity of building occupants. Air change rates are an important consideration in building design and mechanisms to allow sufficient ventilation are essential.

An ABCB nationwide survey estimates that about 40% of new and existing buildings suffer from mould and condensation.  Effective ventilation plays a key role in managing these issues and the NCC 2019 includes for the first time a dedicated condensation management section under health and amenity.

Learning outcomes

Understand the importance of natural ventilation for achieving IAQ outcomes.

• Consider the application of trickle ventilation devices in meeting IAQ objectives.
• Review current mandatory and voluntary guidelines for building ventilations.
• Discuss key issues affecting the specification of Trickle Ventilator devices.

ArchiTECH sessions run through the WA Chapter and provide a forum for architects to attend technical presentations on materials, products and specifications.

The ArchiTECH program strives to deliver an exhibition of product information in an educational and interesting format offering architects the opportunity to learn about new products from a select group of companies in one topical session.

Cost

Free for members
Non-members: $50

This seminar is worth 2 formal CPD point on completion of the seminar activities.