PRODUCTS & SERVICES Story of the month Topscan rebrands to Sircle Built environment surveyor changes name to reflect its broader range of services T opscan, a multidisciplined surveyor of the built environment, has rebranded to become Sircle. The new name is built on the companys 30 years of experience providing the building sector with a wide range of services, including: land, building, and mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) surveys; compliance and fire safety audits; and, more recently, building information modelling (BIM). With significant growth since its document-scanning and CAD service beginnings, Sircle now delivers an extensive range of services to international clients in healthcare, education, hospitality, leisure, retail, and many other sectors. Chad Coombes, Sircles sales and marketing director, said: The decision to change our name was instigated by the evolving breadth of services that we supply to our clients. Our Topscan name no longer represented what we do. Sircle allows us to reach out to new markets and demonstrates our out-of-the-box approach to delivering projects. Sircle ensures its loyal customer base has a full understanding of their estates by providing accurate information on size, condition and usage, MEP services and assets, and compliance with current regulations. Recently, it added project management and contract administration to its portfolio, and attracted new talent to its staff, cementing its proposition as a one-stop shop for its clients. Sircle is RICS-accredited, giving clients extra reassurance that works are done to a regulated standard and within RICS guidelines. It is on several procurement frameworks, so appointing Sircle for your project is easy. Visit www.sircleuk.com or contact Paul Ritchie, marketing manager, on 0333 999 3747 or email paul.ritchie@topscan.co.uk Product of the month Toshiba reveals new VRF system SMMS-u has exclusive triplerotary compressor for greater efficiency and capacity T oshiba has unveiled the seventh generation of its industry-leading variable refrigerant flow (VRF) system for centralised cooling and heating in commercial buildings. The companys innovative super-modular multi system (SMMS-u) has been redesigned to optimise climate control in all types of commercial buildings. It offers top-class efficiency, adaptability and connectivity, as well as ease of installation and year-round comfort control. Among several new technologies is Toshibas exclusive triple-rotary compressor, for greater efficiency and capacity, a spaceefficient chassis, and a high-capability communications protocol. Housed in an ultra-compact chassis, the Eurovent-certified SMMS-us energy consumption is minimised through the combination of the proprietary triple-rotary compressor and super-efficient heat exchanger. These technologies position it as a sectorleading VRF in seasonal efficiency that helps reduce energy bills. Efficiency is also assured in part-load conditions. The adaptability of the SMMS-u to address virtually any commercial building application (new-build or refurbishment) derives from an unparalleled array of line-up choices. Nine single modules, from 8HP to 24HP and up to five outdoor units can be combined to achieve 120HP. Around 3,000 solutions can be created to meet requirements for efficiency, capacity, refrigerant amount or footprint. The SMMS-u is able to operate from -25C to +52C. Innovative engineering ensures there is no need to be limited by piping restrictions. The system allows a total piping length of 1,200m, with 250m permissible from the outdoor unit to the farthest indoor unit. A height difference of up to 110m is possible between outdoor and indoor units for projects in elevated buildings, giving even more options to consultants and installers. Another advance is the connection of up to 128 indoor units, thanks to Toshibas new TU2C-LINK protocol, which is bringing new perspectives in data volume and communication speed. To adapt the capacity of the system to building use, the SMMS-u offers an impressive 200% diversity ratio. The refrigerant charge is almost 50% less in comparison with the previous model, for a truly optimised SMMS-u environmental footprint. Visit www.toshiba-aircon.co.uk/ product/smmsu-r410a-new 50 February 2021 www.cibsejournal.com CIBSE Feb21 pp50-52 Products.indd 50 22/01/2021 15:54