Standards & Regulations
As systems integrators we maintain up to the minute access to all of the required standards, regulations and relevant bodies to ensure the safety and success of your project.
Panel members of IGEM, we offer CIBSE accredited courses on IGEM/UP/11 and IGEM/UP/19
BS6173
BS 6173:2020
Specification for Installation and Maintenance Gas Fired Catering Appliances.
Appliances shall be interlocked to any mechanical ventilation system that is fitted to allow their safe operation (11.1)
An Automatic Isolation Valve AIV shall be provided on the gas pipework to each catering area (7.4.1)
The AIV shall be used as part of the kitchen interlock (7.4.2)
An Interlock shall be designed and installed in accordance with DW/172 and IGEM UP/19 (11.2)
Override functions are prohibited (11.2)
BS61439-2
Specific Requirements for Power, Switchgear, and Control-Gear Assemblies.
Our control panels are designed, built, and tested at our headquarters in Stoke on Trent. Each panel is verified and tested to ensure ease on installation, trouble-free operation and longevity of components.
Each panel is issued with a full set of wiring diagrams and O&M information .
Each panel is UKCA marked and complete with a Declaration of Conformity for your piece of mind.
Verifications
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Verification of the strength of the materials and parts.
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Verification of the degree of protection.
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Verification of the clearances and creepage distances.
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Verification of the effectiveness of the protective circuit.
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Verification of the integration of components.
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Verification of the electrical circuit and the components.
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Verification of the electrical circuit and the connections.
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Verification of the terminals for external conductors.
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Verification of the dielectric properties.
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Verification of the temperature rise limits.
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Verification of the short-circuit withstand strength.
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Verification of the electromagnetic compatibility.
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Verification of the mechanical operation.
Visual Check
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Visual check of the degree of protection.
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Visual check of the clearances.
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Visual check of the creepage distances.
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Verification of the protective circuits.
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Visual check of the integrated components.
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Spot check of the connections.
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Visual check of the terminals for external conductors.
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Verification of the mechanical operation.
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Power frequency withstand voltage test (Dielectric test).
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Visual check of information and marking.
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Operational test.
IGEM/UP/11
IGEM/UP/11
Requirements for interlocking in new and newly refurbished commercial kitchens
An interlock shall ensure air quality conditions in the event of a ventilation system failure (4.1.1)
Mechanical ventilation can be interlocked by either air flow, air pressure, or fan power monitoring (4.1.2)
Trent were the first company to utilise current sensing as a more reliable alternative method of ventilation interlocking. Trent's patented current sensing technology is reliable, maintenance free and highly accurate. Air flow and air pressure sensors are known to be unreliable and prone to inaccurate set up, particularly on kitchen extract systems. In a small number of instances, air flow or air pressure monitoring may offer a suitable alternative.
Carbon Dioxide monitoring is required on all new systems (4.1.2)
States requirements for air quality (CO2) testing, i.e. when commissioning a new installation or system, when carrying out gas work, when replacing an appliance, when replacing fans or motors, and when it is suspected that the ventilation system may not be operating correctly. (6.5.1)
Sets out the procedure for air quality (CO2) testing.
IGEM/UP/19
IGEM/UP/19 Edition 2 2022
Requirements for interlocking in new and newly refurbished commercial kitchens
An interlock shall ensure air quality conditions in the event of a ventilation system failure (4.1.1)
Mechanical ventilation can be interlocked by either air flow, air pressure, or fan power monitoring (4.1.2)
Trent were the first company to utilise current sensing as a more reliable alternative method of ventilation interlocking. Trent's patented current sensing technology is reliable, maintenance free and highly accurate. Air flow and air pressure sensors are known to be unreliable and prone to inaccurate set up, particularly on kitchen extract systems. In a small number of instances, air flow or air pressure monitoring may offer a suitable alternative.
Carbon Dioxide monitoring is required on all new systems (4.1.2)
States requirements for air quality (CO2) testing, i.e. when commissioning a new installation or system, when carrying out gas work, when replacing an appliance, when replacing fans or motors, and when it is suspected that the ventilation system may not be operating correctly. (6.5.1)
Sets out the procedure for air quality (CO2) testing.
DW:172
BESA DW172: Second Edition 2018
Specification for Kitchen Ventilation Systems
Sets out the only prescribed method for calculating extract and supply air flow rates, the ‘Thermal Convection Method’.
In order for the kitchen extract system to function correctly, it is essential that an allowance shall be made for provision of replacement air. (10.1)
Where mechanical input (air) is selected the system shall provide a minimum of 75% and a maximum of 95% of the total extracted volume (10.2)
The fan powered system provides positive control and therefore should be the preferred method used (10.5)
Fire suppression
The Fire Risk Assessment will invariably require a fire suppression system if, for example, there is a deep fat fryer involved
When the fire suppression system is activated, mains energy supplies such as gas or electricity serving the appliances, must immediately be automatically shut off and isolated (21.6.3) Wire the fire suppression system in series with the fire alarm input to the interlock
Demand Controlled Kitchen Ventilation
Kitchen ventilation systems with the total exhaust flow rates exceeding 2.5m3s-1 should be considered for DCKV systems (22.4)
Carbon Monoxide
Moderate Exposure can lead to serious permanent health issues or death (F4)
Solid fuel appliances continue to produce carbon monoxide until all the fuel is extinguished (F5)
A Carbon Monoxide detector should be wired into the ventilation system to provide 24 hour protection for premises and for kitchen staff returning next day (F6)
BB101
This document describes the factors that affect the indoor environment of schools, setting out the regulatory framework for ventilation in schools and gives recommended performance levels for compliance with UK regulations.
The document also provides non-statutory guidance on how to design schools to achieve adequate performance for ventilation, indoor air quality and thermal comfort.
Supporting the document are five simple spreadsheets BB101 Calculation Tools.
BSRIA
BSRIA is an ISO 9001 Registered test, instruments, research and consultancy organisation, providing specialist services in construction and building services.
As a non-profit distributing, member-based association, clients can be assured of our independent approach and authoritative reputation. Any profits made are invested in our on-going research programme, producing industry recognised best practice guidance.
BSRIA (owned by The Building Services Research and Information Association) was founded in 1955 and had a turnover of £14.3 million in 2019-20. We employ over 160 people at our head office in Bracknell (UK), at BSRIA North in Preston, at regionally based construction compliance offices throughout the UK; at offices in France, China, USA; and Associates in Northern Ireland, Japan, Brazil and Australia.