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Technical Document NTD04 A dynamic thermal modelling study of a typical metal clad building to evaluate overheating in the UK. Report 090110BRE prepared by Oxford Brookes University Oxford Institute for sustainable development, Oxford 10th January 2009
Publication Year
2009
Document Status
Current
Abstract
This study aims to assess the extent of overheating in modern metal-clad portal frame buildings with rooflights, focusing on temperature stratification at different levels within the occupied space. It seeks to determine how heat accumulates and distributes vertically, particularly under current construction standards. Additionally, the study explores various mitigation strategies, including natural and mechanical ventilation at high and low levels, to improve thermal comfort and reduce overheating risks in these structures.
Document History
2009 edition.
Publisher Information
The Rooflight Association
The trade association representing the UK’s rooflight industry develop standards and codes of practice in the provision of natural light in built environments. Publications cover all aspects of rooflight design, specification and installation. They were formerly known as NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers.
Cawley Priory
South Pallant
South Pallant
Chichester
RA
UK
Website: https://rooflightassociation.org/
