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TM52

Primary School Extension - Manchester

Manchester

Project Details

Service Type
TM52
Location
Manchester
Completion Date
September 2024
Area
850m²
Timeline
2 weeks

The Challenge

Local authority planning condition required TM52 assessment to ensure thermal comfort in new classrooms. South-facing orientation and large windows for daylighting created overheating risk. School needed natural ventilation solution to minimize running costs and provide healthy learning environment.

Our Solution

Detailed TM52 analysis of all teaching spaces using IESVE dynamic simulation. Modeled high occupancy densities typical of primary schools and internal heat gains from equipment. Designed enhanced natural ventilation strategy with night purge cooling and solar control glazing for south facade.

Results

All classrooms achieved TM52 compliance with natural ventilation strategy, meeting planning requirements. Our design recommendations reduced peak summer temperatures by 3-4°C. Planning approved without further thermal comfort conditions. School benefits from comfortable, naturally ventilated learning spaces.

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