IS ELECTRICITY THE ANSWER TO YOUR ENGINEERING PROBLEM?

Emerging Technologies are creating major issues for Designers and Electricity Transmission and Distribution System Operators. In his article Gerard Keating discusses these issues and more.   To read the full article follow the link below. Gerard Keating HOB De-Carbonisation Article 2018    

By |2021-06-24T08:49:34+00:00May 1, 2018|

We have ISO 45001:2018

Homan O’Brien has successfully migrated to ISO45001:2018 from OHSAS:18001 in April 2018. We are the first Construction Company and MEP Consultant in Ireland to receive this distinction. This complements our existing suite of ISO accreditations ISO 9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 standards which were also revalidated this month. The migration to the brand new ISO 45001:2018 which was only published on 12-03-2018 shows our strong commitment to Quality, Environmental and Health [...]

By |2021-06-24T08:49:34+00:00April 27, 2018|

HEAT PUMPS AND ELECTRIC VEHICLES

With the roll out of Heat Pumps and Electric Vehicles to assist with NZEB Compliance and our 2020/2050 carbon reduction targets, Homan O’Brien organised a meeting with ESB Networks, ESB eHeat and ESB Innovation to discuss the effect of new technologies on the grid and to discuss how we should treat them from a design perspective on our MV/LV Design systems. IRELAND'S LOW CARBON FUTURE Irish and International [...]

By |2021-06-24T08:49:34+00:00February 27, 2018|

The effect an open Fireplace can have on NZEB Compliance in a new House

More Food for Thought on the impending Building Regulations TGD L for Dwellings which includes NZEB Compliance. The impact an open Fireplace can have if installed in a new house. We have used the quantity of PV Panels to demonstrate the negative impact of an open fire in this case. The Table below shows the increased number of PV Panels required to compensate for an open fire in [...]

By |2021-06-24T08:49:34+00:00February 26, 2018|

IS NZEB THE DEATH KNELL FOR THE 4-PIPE FAN COIL SYSTEM IN COMMERCIAL OFFICES?

  ONE FOR ALL THE LETTING AGENTS OUT THERE Now that the Building Regulations TGD L 2017 has been published, which includes the Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) Requirements for Commercial Buildings, a few interesting scenarios arise. We all know it was the “Letting Agent” that required air-conditioning in offices in Dublin to ensure they achieved the maximum rent available! The current AC Solution in favour in Central [...]

By |2021-06-24T08:49:35+00:00January 30, 2018|

Building Regulations TGD L Key Dates and NZEB Update

Building Regulation TGD L Buildings other than Dwellings NZEB IMPLICATIONS AND KEY DATES The new TGD L 2017 for Buildings other than Dwellings was formally published on 22nd December 2017. The publication of this Standard brings into Irish Legislation EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive 2010/31/EU of 19th May 2010, which covers NZEB requirements for Buildings. Key Dates: This new Standard TGD L 2017 applies to all Buildings [...]

By |2021-06-24T08:49:35+00:00January 24, 2018|

Ten Building Engineering Jobs to every Graduate as DIT launches new campaign ahead of CAO applications

  Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT) has launched a new campaign to encourage students to consider building engineering. Homan O’Brien are proud to be part of this drive and are welcoming applications from Post Graduates.   https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/ten-building-engineering-jobs-for-each-graduate-36519798.html”    

By |2021-06-24T08:49:35+00:00January 23, 2018|

UCD New Student Complex

UCD’s development plans for a new Accommodation Complex has been approved by An Bord Pleanála. Homan O’Brien is delighted to be part of this prestigious development.

By |2021-06-24T08:49:35+00:00January 16, 2018|

If you are looking for something new in 2018 why not talk to us.

Dublin Junior – Intermediate Mechanical & Electrical Engineers For more information please contact: Gerard Keating (Electrical) on gerard.keating@homanobrien.ie or James Reilly (Mechanical) on james.reilly@homanobrien.ie London Homan O’Brien are opening a new office in London. We are looking for self-motivated, ambitious Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to support work from our existing Clients and to build up relationships with new Clients. Attractive Package available for the right Candidates. Please contact: [...]

By |2021-06-24T08:49:35+00:00December 21, 2017|
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