Introduction In the realm of fire safety engineering, effective smoke control is paramount to saving lives and protecting property. While natural smoke ventilation has its place, situations often demand active systems, such as horizontal smoke extraction. The challenge then lies in designing and validating these systems. This is where computational Read more…
The European Union’s new regulations, 2024/1834, aim to improve the efficiency and environmental impact of fans across various industries. This is a game-changer for fan manufacturers and designers, demanding a deeper understanding of fan performance and innovative solutions to meet the new standards. This is where Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Read more…
This guide outlines the key steps for verifying welded structures according to the Eurocodes. It focuses on practical aspects, assuming a basic understanding of welding processes and structural design principles. 1. Scope and Applicability: 2. Understanding the Eurocode Requirements: 3. Steps for Welding Verification: a) Defining the Design Situation: b) Read more…
In today’s world, where energy efficiency and sustainability are becoming increasingly important, regulations governing the energy performance of appliances play a crucial role. One such regulation impacting the fan industry is the Energy-related Products (ErP) Directive in the European Union. This directive aims to improve the energy efficiency of products, Read more…
In the world of construction, manufacturing, and heavy industry, cranes and lifting equipment play a crucial role in handling materials and executing tasks efficiently. However, ensuring safety and reliability in these operations is paramount. This is where standards like UNI EN 13001 come into play. UNI EN 13001 is a Read more…
Introduction Wind loads are critical considerations in the design of structures, and Eurocode provides comprehensive guidelines for calculating these loads – such as snow load. Ensuring that structures can withstand the forces imposed by the wind is crucial for safety and stability. In this guide, we’ll walk through the key Read more…
Introduction Snow loads are a critical consideration in the design of structures, particularly in regions prone to snowfall. Eurocode, the European standard for structural design, provides guidelines for calculating snow loads to ensure the safety and stability of structures under snow loading conditions. In this guide, we’ll walk through the Read more…
