Africa ’ s only monthly publication serving the HEVAC & R sectors
ISSN 1812-772X
Contents
ISSN 1812-772X
April 2022 I Vol 38 No 2
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When measurement matters
Oct - Dec 2021 Print : 2577 Online : 4427
REGULARS |
1 |
Hot and chilled |
11 |
POPI Act |
25 |
Personality profile : Karabo Mazibuko |
59 |
Products |
60 |
Brandlistings |
64 |
Final fix |
NEWS
3 Fuchs phase 1 expansion on track
5 Effective implementation of PPPs critical for infrastructure deficit in Africa
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
7 Novel cooling material could provide refrigerant alternative
9 Innovative building materials will moderate temperatures year-round
ASSOCIATIONS
11 Standards in pricing
EVENTS AND EXHIBITIONS |
13 |
FRIGAIR 2022 is coming … |
15 |
Exhibitions again in favour on sector demand |
17 |
CESA calls on industry to step up for SA ’ s economic recovery |
FEATURES
19 Industrial heating and cooling : Helping to build the world
PROJECT
26 The Emerald – Complete luxury living and facilities
CONTRIBUTORS
35 Support : Evacuating a system
39 Responsible refrigeration : Correct information for registrations at SARACCA and SAQCC Gas
41 Women in built : Navigating ongoing digitisation as the world returns to work
42 Technology : Digital trends that are transforming the built industry
45 Business : Building the continuous supply chain
47 Business : Impacts on fixed and variable pay
TECHNICAL 51 Design considerations for active chilled beams
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The Emerald –
Complete luxury living and facilities
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RACA Journal I April 2022
Heating | Energy | Ventilation | Air Conditioning | Refrigeration
EVENTS AND EXHIBITIONS
FRIGAIR 2022 is coming …
FEATURE Industrial heating and cooling : Helping to build the world
PROJECT The Emerald – Complete luxury living and facilities
www . hvacronline . co . za
TECHNICAL Design considerations for active chilled beams
Cover Credit : © RACA Journal | Benjamin Brits