New Approved Document O In December 2021, the government announced changes to the building regulations in a step towards net zero carbon in 2050. These changes take effect in June 2022, leaving developers with new challenges which quickly need to be resolved. One of the biggest changes includes the introduction of a new approved document,…
As an Architect or developer, it is your responsibility to make sure that you provide the best possible living environment for the future occupants, To do this, one thing that you need to consider carefully is the noise levels in the area and how you are going to manage this. One other important consideration must…
What are Building Regulations? The Building Regulations are essential for any building to ensure safety and ensure your buildings meet the standards to enhance comfortability. The majority of building projects in England & Wales must comply with these regulations and requirements. The Building Regulations are supported by Approved Documents, which give detailed guidance on how…
Some 100 million Europeans are said to suffer from excessive noise levels linked to human activity, construction noise, and loud machinery. Noise pollution and overheating ranks fifth among environmental concerns, after air pollution and traffic problems. The key element of eliminating noise pollution is the directive establishment of end-to-end solutions that will decrease distractions, offer…
Why is it such an issue? In 1999 the WHO (World Health Organisation) set out guidelines for community noise. These were the first guidelines on the topic, and were a response to the need for action on community noise at local level, as well as the request for improved legislation, management and guidance at the…
TEK Focus 2020 Wow 2020 already; not only a new year but a new decade! TEK has great plans for this year and are excited to get started we think it will be our best year yet so we thought why not spread our plans with you all. To keep our brand strong our main…
Ventilating Residential Apartments Why is there a need? In 2017 the population of the UK was an estimated 66 million – its largest ever. With this, one issue which arises is the increase in dwelling conditions, mostly in already densely populated areas and inner city developments, causing an increase in student accommodation and high rise apartments particularly in built up…
The new TEK Ltd Since TEK Ltd began all the way back in 1978, we’ve been at the forefront of pioneering ventilation and acoustic solutions across the country. Having accumulated lots of large scale projects and bespoke designs over the years, our techniques and product offering has continued to evolve with the needs of…