more about the Manrose Extractor fans, strong ventilation solutions via sparksdirect

You may have noticed that, though we’re not writing too much here on this blog, there’s much activity on the blog at sparksdirect.co.uk. The articles we post there are not as short as the ones you can find via the NewLights blog: they are quite comprehensive, worthy of study and reference. Let’s take the Manrose extractor fans for example -  recently there have been at least 3 articles posted online, with solid information inspired by what the manufacturer put out in the user manuals / website, like:

Problems caused by poor ventilation and their solution(Manrose extractor fans)

Being inspired by what Manrose advises regarding the siting of the fans and the problems created by the lack of ventilation, we have compiled some ideas and listed them below(the source can be found at the Manrose Fan Selection page). Read more in this article about: The problems that can appear due to poor ventilation; Help – solving the lack of ventilation in the homes; Locate/site your fan correctly in the home; Choosing the proper / perfect fan for the best ventilation.

Shower fan and bathroom extractor fan, the Showerlite range from Manrose

The Manrose Showerlite range of bathroom extractor fans is a distinctive Showerlite which is incorporated into a circular diffuser, suitable for showers and bathrooms. This range is available in the 100mm (4″), 120mm (5″) and 150mm (6″) versions. The Manrose Showerlite can be used within the splash area of the shower or bath and is powered by a S.E.L.V. remote safety isolating transformer. The Showerlite extractor fans is suitable for any 100mm (4″), 120mm (5″) and 150mm (6″) in-line system such as the Manrose SF/ID range of in-line axial fans or the CFD/MAN range of in-line centrifugal fans.

The Manrose Centrifugal Fans for domestic and commercial applications: powerful ventilation

The Manrose CF100, CF200 and CF400 centrifugal fans use the latest technology to provide extremely powerful, yet very quiet and vibration free ventilation – they are some of the best-seller Centrifugal Fans in the market! The Manrose CF100/200 ranges are especially designed for bathrooms, toilets, cloakrooms, utility rooms, and Manrose CF400 is designed mainly for kitchens and commercial applications, such as restaurants, hotels and offices. The Centrifugal Fans from Manrose are designed to move air over long distances; all these units will give a maximum performance even against pressures(caused by long lengths of ducting) and resistance(caused by the grilles). All the Manrose Centrifugal fan models are fitted with a built-in spring operated non-return flap into the discharge spigot to stop any backdraughts. Read more in this article online about the features of the Manrose Centrifugal Fans, the available models and ranges, notes about installation / electrical data, and some additional data(including the dimensions).

If you want to find out more about the Manrose fans, follow the Manrose Ventilation Fan / Manrose extractor fans tags on our website. To buy it online, visit the Manrose Extractor Fans and choose the one you need.

low voltage extractor fan(timer and transformer included) – the cheapest price in the market!

Especially in the online market – we have checked – this is the best price you can get for such a high quality Low Voltage Extractor Fan! If you are looking for a Low voltage IP rated extractor fan, one of those that you can place in the bathroom zone 1 even, then the Airflow SELVMLFT is the best solution! For only £35 + VAT you get:

Low Voltage Extractor Fan + Timer / Controller + Transformer – all in one!

• Up to 18l/sec air extracted;
• 12V A.C. transformer – with protective enclosure up to IP55;
• Timer control – adjustable, can be remote or switch operated;
• Extraction - Quiet and efficient extraction of the moist air, steam and odours from the room;
• Ducting – if you want to extend / extract the air through some ducting tubes;
• The motor – is thermally protected;
• Installation – can be installed on the wall, the ceiling or on the window;
• Surround – 150mm square bezel;
• Fixing – a fixing pack is supplied;
• Guarantee - 3 year guarantee
• Buy now – online order or visit us in Archway.

Where can you purchase this cheaper Low Voltage Air Extractor Fan? Read more details on our blog about it, and buy it online at a cheaper price than anywhere else via sparksdirect - Heating and Ventilation, Ventilation solutions, Airflow Extractor fans! This must be the cheapest Low Voltage Extractor fan for domestic use!

You can also buy the Airflow Low Voltage Extractor Fan by visiting us in Archway – Sparks in Archway – at our showroom, Sparks and Lights.

The quietest low energy extractor fan from Airflow – the QuietAir whisper quiet ventilation fan

The NEW QuietAir range from Airflow sets new standards for powerful, yet highly efficient ventilation in the home

Also introduced on our blog, and available to be purchased online via sparksdirect, the new QuietAir range from Airflow sets new standards for powerful, yet highly efficient ventilation in the home, and with a sound level of just 25 dB(A) you will hardly notice it is running. The QuietAir range of extractor fans also features energy saving, eco start technology.

“Many toilet and bathroom fans are wired to the light circuit and they start costing money by coming on every time you flick the light switch on. QuietAir eco start technology waits to activate the fan for two minutes after the room is occupied, thereby avoiding unnecessary energy usage for every quick visit, especially during night” – John Kelly, Airflow Marketing Manager

Elegance and style have not been overlooked with a discreet, unobtrusive, clip on, wipe clean cover that blends harmoniously with existing decor.
The use of a ball bearing motor also extends fan life in excess of 40,000 hours. A key benefit for social housing installations where long term reliability and low level maintenance and whole life costings are an important issue.

Another helpful feature is the two speed mode. The air flow rates of 75 m3/hr or 90 m3/hr may be selected at installation enabling the fan to be sized to the required demand particularly in larger washrooms. Unlike most axial fans, QuietAir incorporates a new, high efficiency impeller specially designed to work in combination with the aerodynamic flow straighter supplied to provide greater pressure development than equivalent fans. This allows QuietAir to deliver 60 m3/hr (16.6 l/sec) against 31Pascals pressure through longer lengths of 100mm diameter rigid ducting including 90O bends, while maintaining the minimum installed performance quoted in the Building Regulations, Approved Document F.

Application & Features – the Airflow QuietAir Ultra-Quiet Extractor Fan

Application of the Airflow QuietAir Axial Fan, Low Energy Quiet Extractor Fan

A unique feature available in QuietAir is the “Room Refresh” option. Perfect for rooms that do not get regular use the “Interval Timer” can be programmed to automatically activate the fan for the duration of the timer setting, every 4, 8, 12 or 24 hours. Hotel rooms, student accommodation, public washrooms and internal bathrooms in sheltered housing and care homes will benefit from this planned ventilation to reduce dampness, extract mustiness and odours and generally help to routinely maintain a refreshed, healthier indoor atmosphere.

Within the fan all electronics are fully isolated and with IP45 protection, QuietAir is safe for installation in wet zones in bathrooms, en-suites and shower rooms when protected by an MCB in accordance with the latest IEE wiring regulations. The combination of control options for Basic switching, Adjustable timer, Humidity and Timer and Motion sensing with Timer are offered together with cavity wall kits and complementary accessories. Backed by a 3-year warranty QuietAir is a fully featured fan designed to meet the future need for ultra energy efficient ventilation.

Buy online this super-quiet Airflow extractor fan in the following options:

• Airflow QuietAir Axial Fan, Low Energy Quiet Extractor Fan ~ basic fan, no delay, 2 speeds;
• Airflow QuietAir Axial Fan, Low Energy Quiet Extractor Fan ~ with ecostart, 2 speeds, adjustable timer;
• Airflow QuietAir Axial Fan, Low Energy Quiet Extractor Fan ~ with eco start, single speed, adjustable humidity and timer;
• Airflow QuietAir Axial Fan, Low Energy Quiet Extractor Fan ~ with eco start, two speed, motion sensor, adjustable timer.

updates on sparksdirect, including the twitter account

We apologize for not updating this account with news concerning the lighting industry, the news concerning what’s going on both online and at sparksdirect.co.uk. We are writing almost daily on our other blog, blog.sparskdirect.co.uk, and recently we have opened the twitter account – follow us on twitter. Many times it is so much easier to

• express what you think about certain technologies / items
• update the people concerning some promotions and reduced prices
• introduce certain new items and new technologies
• simply thank the customers and visitors on the site
• make short announcements about… the schedule, customer relations
• simply remind the people about the address where they can find us
• present the british standards and the current regulations
• introduce the articles we regularly write on our blog

and many other short / brief ideas / promotions / announcements – via twitter, in 140 characters!

Also, we invite you to read some of our latest articles, like:

• Checkpoint alarm confirmation and HMO’s: Eliminate the problem of false alarms – With the Rafiki Twinflex Solutions, you have a ‘Checkpoint’ alarm confirmation and HMO’s and you eliminate the problem of false alarms in: Hostels, Nursing Homes, Flats, Hotels, Bedsits, B&B’s, etc.
• User responsibilities in the testing and maintenance of the fire alarm system – In a case of a fire alarm, and not only, the following rules are the general User Responsibilities for Fire Systems;
• Rafiki: Manual Call Points, Automatic Detectors, Smoke and heat detectors, cabling – This article is a continuation of the series of advices given by Rafiki, starting with the fire risk assessment and Fire Detection & Alarm Systems BS5839, and continuing with the system zoning, manual call points, automatic detectors, smoke detectors, heat detectors, detection in apex roofs, fire alarm sounders, and cabling.
• Fire Detection & Alarm Systems BS5839, fire risk assessment & system zoning, Rafiki – In order to aid identification of the source of a possible fire, the protected building should be divided into ‘zones’.  When deciding on a suitable zoning scheme for a building, consideration should be given to the size, any existing fire routines, escape routes, zone accessibility, and structural fire compartmentation;
• Introducing Rafiki Twinflex, conventional fire alarm systems, multipoint – In this article we would like to introduce Rafiki TwinFlex: The Twinflex conventional fire alarm system incorporating the Multipoint combined smoke and heat detector with built in sounder means the whole system can be installed using only one pair of wires.
• Devimat is the perfect choice for your well being, DEVI floor heating – The high quality mats as well as the full range of powerful electronic temperature controls make the DEVI floor heating the perfect choice for your ultimate comfort.
• Electrical floor heating with Devimat, under-floor heating for all-year-round housewarming – Enjoy the all year housewarming: Intelligent heating. The thin Devimat heating mats only take up 3mm (this means that the height of your floor will be lifted no more than 8-10 mm, making a DEVI thin floor system perfect; example: for the renovation purposes).
• recessed downlight in white or satin chrome finish, adjustable recessed spotlight – Some prefer the chandeliers, other the pendants, and still others, at least in certain venues, choose the recessed spotlights – even the flush lights – for illuminating the room.
• Desk fans, fans for home and fans for the office, fixed and oscilating fans – One of the most used ventilation solutions is the Desk Fans, Wall Fans, Pedestal Fans – domestic oscillating fans. Get an air cooling solution at an affordable price via Sparksdirect – see below to see the available models(the 12inches desk and wall fans and the 16inches desk fan).
• Fans and portable air conditioning solutions, desk fans and dehumifiers, air conditioners – Especially now, with the unexpected coming of the summer heat, there is a great need for air conditioning and movement solutions. Air movement and oscillation are important to every building – and via SparksDirect you have a way to meet a variety of heating and ventilation needs. Our air movement products promise increased comfort and hygiene in the office or at home.

and many more other interesting articles about the desk fans, the ventilation fans, ceiling lights, underfloor heating, intelligent heating, the DEVI floor heating, the Rafiki alarms, the Rafiki twinflex, etc – on our blog. Soon, more about the CO alarms, the Rafiki conventional alarms systems, etc.

Airflow icon – the new face of ventilation

It’s different than any other fan, it’s something you never saw before. Looks better, it’s quieter, and much easier to install than many other fans. Sometimes it can be confused with a downlighter because of its slim profile and iris shutter, that make it so stylish. Because of the unique shutter design incorporated, the switching on / off of this ventilator is amost silent.

Versatile

Elegant design goes eye to eye with the quality and attention to detail demanded by modern day homebuilders. Thoughtfully conceived iCON presents the specifier and installer with a new dimension in simplicity of selection and installed performance. Matching the required control functions (pull cord, timer, humidity, PIR, two speed) to the installation, simply means plugging in an interchangeable module into any iCON fan. It’s a win win situation for the stockist too who optimises his shelf space and for the contractor who avoids carrying a van load of fans.

Designed to Perform

The new Building Regulations, Approved Document F, April 2006, details performance based alternatives to deliver effective ventilation. iCON fans comply with the air flow requirements for intermittent extraction rates and continuous ventilation for toilets, bathrooms, utility rooms and kitchens. iCON 15 is designed to meet the specific advice in the Good Practice Guide to the installation of fans for dwellings in appendix E for ducted axial fan bathroom installations when used with our specified flexible ducting and exterior grille. iCON 30 meets the specific Good Practice Guide for ducted centrifugal fan bathroom installations when used with our specified flexible ducting and exterior grille.

Recommended usage of the Airflow Icon fan

Safety and Economy – Low energy, low watt iCON fans (12V DC) provide long life with considerable savings, combined with SELV (safety extra low voltage) protection in wet zones(like the bathrooms).
Kitchens and utility rooms – iCON’s design fits unobtrusively into any style of kitchen and its high efficiency is perfect for utility rooms.
Toilets and bathrooms – With efficient extraction in a range of capacities, iCON fans are ideally suited to toilets, en suites and bathrooms.

• Quiet, stylish, slim and unobtrusive in walls or ceilings
• Unique iris shutter, prevents back draughts, operates silently and
• Helps reduce noise ingress
• Range comprises 21 I/sec, 32 I/sec and 72 I/sec fans
• Interchangeable control modules match fan to installation requirements
• Meets Building Regulations, Approved Document F, April 2006, for extract fans
• TÜV, BEAB approved
• Continuous ventilation fans, adjustable 8 l/sec and 13 l/sec extraction.
• 12V DC low energy, low watt, long life/SELV versions
• Splashproof, tiling friendly, wipe clean cover
• Comprehensive range of accessories
• Three year ‘no quibble’ guarantee

You can buy this fan online at sparkdirect.co.uk, in different models: