Natural daylight where windows can’t reach!

‘SunPipes’ were first used approximately 4000 years ago when the Egyptians used light shafts and mirrors to
bring daylight down in to the centre of the Pyramids. The modern version of SunPipes was patented in 1988 but
Contents
Monodraught recognised the enormous energy saving potential of applying SunPipes to commercial properties,
hence the need for this brochure.
Page 3 Introduction
According to Government sources, the UK is responsible for discharging 150 million tonnes of carbon dioxide
Page 4 Technical Details
into the atmosphere. In the last 15 years, the amount of energy consumed in Offices, Schools and Hospitals has
risen over 250%. More than half of this consumption is electricity. The Government calculates that 20% of the Page 5 NBS Specification
£50 billion a year spent on fuel in the UK could be saved cost effectively by investing in energy conservation.
Page 6 Domestic Applications
In Schools alone, Government sources state that 80% of the electricity consumed, is used Page 7 Listed Buildings
for electric lighting. By using Monodraught SunPipes, at least 75% of the electricity used
for lighting during daytime use can be saved. Page 8 Schools
Page 9 Colleges & Universities
Page 10 Hospitals
Page 11 Health Centres & Homes
Page 12 Technical Matters
Page 13 Stockists & Showrooms
Page 14 Offices, Diamond Dome
Page 15 Industrial & Retail
Page 16 Secure Establishments
Page 17 Fire Protection & Acoustic Performance
Page 18 Overseas Projects
Page 19 Daylight on Demand, Ceiling Diffusers
Page 20 Monovent
Page 21 Windcatchers
Page 22 SunCatchers
Page 23 SunCatchers

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Monodraught
The Original Patent entering the room or conversely in winter
Terry Payne, Chairman and
from escaping from the room”. Patent No. 5,099,622
Managing Director of Monodraught Patent No. 5,099,622 was originally
formed the Company 25 years ago granted to the inventor, Stephen M
Sutton of Oakhurst, Australia on The system has been a remarkable
initially to pioneer the development
November 22nd, 1988. success in both Australia and North
of vertical balanced-flue chimney
America as a highly effective method of
systems for the domestic and
The invention was described as, “a conveying natural daylight from roof level
commercial heating market.
system having a tubular body with a down to the room below.
transparent cover to prevent the ingress
of dust and with a second transparent Monodraught has greatly improved the
cover locating at ceiling level and original system and has filed three new
attached to the tubular body. The Patents covering these improvements.
composition of all components prevents All Monodraught SunPipes are
excess air movement, which creates a manufactured in the UK and are
© Andrew Southall/[Link]

static column of air within the tubular complimented by a wide range of

skylight. This column of air acts as an ancillary products all based on the same
concept of energy saving innovations. Original Patent
insulator which prevents heat from

Monodraught Ventilation systems

installed at Bluewater Retail Park,
Dartford, Kent.

In 1982 Monodraught launched the

Windcatcher Natural Ventilation
system, which encapsulates any
prevailing wind to provide energy
free, natural ventilation and in 1996
introduced the SunPipe to the UK
market.

A significant feature of the

Monodraught product range
continues to be the high level of The SunPipe Diamond top
architectural design empathy. dome is the latest
Enabling visually appealing designs, innovative design to be
produced by Monodraught.
whilst achieving an efficient and prac-
Available initially in the
tical contribution to the optimum 300mm size, other sizes
harnessing of our natural resources. available late 2002.

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Technical
a UV inhibitor provides outstanding Top Domes The Diamond Dome
QUV durability with no decrease in Top Domes are available in UV The Diamond shaped dome is offered as
total reflectance and the special

Details
stabilised unbreakable polycar- an alternative to the standard 300mm
surface treatment provides excellent bonate as standard or are supplied hemispherical dome. Suitable for
colour rendition of natural light. in impact resistant modified acrylic either flat or pitched
Description (ICI Perspex) where SunPipes are roof applications, it is
A brushed nylon tape gasket at the to be used in a harsh UV prone designed specifically to
This system maximises the
top of the system prevents conden- environment such as the Middle maximise the penetration of
concept of renewable energy by
sation occurring, whilst the recessed East or southern Europe. Specially sunlight through the flat prisms and
reflecting and intensifying sunlight
diffuser at ceiling level seals against toughened polycarbonate vandal to capture the early morning and late Patent No. 0200543.7
and even normal daylight, down
the ceiling. All vertical joints are sealed resistant domes with security screws afternoon sun through the arrangement of
through a highly reflective silverised
with aluminium tape. are also available. vertical prisms on the circumference.
mirror-finish aluminium tube.
PITCHED ROOF FLASHING VERTICAL FLASHING
A clear UV stabilised polycarbonate
top dome seals the light pipe
against the ingress of dust and a
clear stipple finish polycarbonate
dome at ceiling level evenly
diffuses light into the room or
space below. The SunPipe system
is highly effective in both sunny
and overcast conditions and even
when it is raining.
Slate roof Alternative GRP upstand for British
Steel type colour coated roofing sheet,
There is virtually no limit to the bonded to surface
length of SunPipe or the number of
bends that can be used and the
SunPipe carries a 25 year guarantee FLAT ROOF FLASHING METAL ROOFING PROFILE
with a life expectancy of 35 years.

Composition
The SunPipe consists of an
electrolytically enhanced anodised
aluminium tube, which has a 25-year
guarantee against discolouration.
This specular aluminium surface is Flat roof application On-site welded upstand to Kalzip
coated with PVD and the presence of type roof with ABS collar

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c i f i c a t i o n
NBS Spe
PITCHED ROOF FLAT ROOF Additional items
Standard Kit Standard Kit
Polycarbonate top dome Polycarbonate top dome
45º adjustable elbow
Typical NBS Specification Condensation seal Condensation seal

• Manufacturer: Monodraught Ltd, Halifax House, ABS flashing plate ABS Collar
for slate roof
Cressex, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP12 3SE.
Tel: 01494 897700 Fax 01494 532465.
Flashing plate
Connecting piece (optional ABS,
• Type: Monodraught SunPipe system (450mm) diameter
galvanised or lead)
30° adjustable elbow
• Lining: Reflectalite 600 silverised mirror
finish aluminium tube in 610mm lengths. 30º adjustable elbow

• 45°/30° adjustable elbows. 610mm SunPipe length

• Glazing details: UV polycarbonate unbreakable 610mm SunPipe length Code 4 lead flashing for
top domes bold roll tiled roofs
Plywood backing
plate/template
or • Impact resistant acrylic top domes.
Plywood backing
• Kerbs – ABS one piece universal flashing (for plate/template
Bell end slip length
slate roof) ceiling extension

or • Kerbs – ABS one piece universal flashing (for

Bell end slip length
tiled roof), and integral lead flashing Recessed ceiling Vertical flashing in
ceiling extension
diffuser and galvanised, lead or GRP
or • Code 4 lead flashing for bold tiled roofs. fixing ring
Recessed ceiling
• Flat roofs: Kerbs: ABS two piece flat roof diffuser and Ceiling trim
flashing with ABS top collar fixing ring

or • Flat roof: Kerbs: Galvanised flat roof flashing Ceiling trim

for asphalt flat roofs.
50 watt low voltage
• Colour: grey (standard) black, terracotta. Fixing screws & washers, integral Light Kit
ABS universal silicone sealant and and transformer
flashing plate aluminium tape supplied
• All necessary fixings, brackets and supports. as standard.
for tiled roofs
with lead skirt
• Ceiling finish: Internal three part polycarbonate
ceiling diffuser with white plastic (or brushed
aluminium/brass/silver) finish ceiling trim.
Plus additional standard 610mm SunPipe lengths and adjustable elbows as may be required.

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Domesticons
The SunPipe can twist and
turn easily to take natural

Applicati
light where you want it.
There is virtually no limit to the length
of SunPipe or number of bends that
Most popular sizes: can be used and the SunPipe can
8" (200mm) for shower rooms, twist and turn easily to take natural
toilets and bathrooms up to light to exactly where you want it.
7.5sq.m ([Link]).

12" (300mm) for stairs and

landings, kitchens, studies, living
rooms and bathrooms to light up
to 14sq.m ([Link]).

Advantages
● No structural alterations
required, easily fits between
joists and rafters.

● Can normally be installed in

two or three hours.

● No maintenance required and

will not leak.
All bends in the Reflectalite 600
● Top dome is self-cleaning due aluminium lining are adjustable from
to its shape and is condense 0° to 30° or 0° to 45°.
free.

● Virtually burglar proof and • Joints are sealed with aluminium

vandal resistant. tape

• Few fixings are required, normal

single fixing at base of system

• Three-piece recessed ceiling diffuser

effectively seals the bottom of the
SunPipe against dust and dirt, flies
or insects

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Planning
Listed s Permission

Building
In general terms, it is not
necessary to apply for planning
permission for the installation of a
As a result of the increased interest SunPipe, particularly on smaller
in the application of SunPipes sizes, since a SunPipe of 200mm
(instead of traditional Velux or 300mm diameter is no different
windows), Listed Buildings Officers to a flue pipe or chimney flue,
in Conservation Areas often favour which does not require planning
this more discreet SunPipe permission.
termination, which is available with SunPipe flashing details for tiled roof
a low profile dome on all sizes. with ABS upstand to suit a sloping ceiling However, if your property is
situated in a Conservation Area
Brushed nylon
UV protected condensation trap then specific permission must be
polycarbonate

Special Note top dome sought from your Listed Buildings

A new Conservation SunPipe is ABS flashing Officer for the installation of a
plate
currently under development SunPipe, since it is unlawful to alter
Code 4 lead
and will be launched in flashing any roof profile without prior
July 2002. Ceiling diffuser
permission of the Listed Buildings
Officer.

SunPipe details for pitched Recent Projects

tiled roof showing ceiling completed include:
diffuser fixing
• National Trust Shop, Chartwell,
Westerham, Kent
• Cheltenham Ladies College
• Clandon Park, West Clandon, Guildford
Top left: 330mm diameter vertical SunPipes • Clewer Manor, Imperial Road, Windsor
installed to a thatched roof in Devon. Adjustable
elbow • Eton College
Top centre: 450mm diameter SunPipes installed • Manor House, Cleverton, Bristol
to a slate roof behind a parapet wall.
• The Privacy, Buscot Park, Nr Newbury
Top right: 530mm diameter SunPipe installed to a
Reflectalite 600
• Rubens Hotel, Buckingham Palace Rd
Stable Block with plain clay tile. aluminium
SunPipe tube • Seckford Almshouses, Woodbridge,
Centre left: 300mm diameter system in a 3mm plywood Bell end
• St Georges Hill House, Weybridge
backing panel
cottage, lighting up the breakfast area. ceiling extension
& template • St Margaret’s Alms House, Gloucester
Lower left: 450mm diameter SunPipe fitted on • St Mary’s Almshouses, Chichester
‘blind’ side of ridge with the SunPipe taken to Ceiling Diffuser fixing ring
• Sutten Place, Abinger Hammer
Ceiling trim Recessed and screw
internal corridor.
diffuser

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Schools
Most popular sizes:
Advantages
& Benefits
● Enables 4% daylight factor to be
300mm (12" diameter) for corridors met for deep plan classrooms.
at 3m centres, store rooms, toilet
● No solar gain in summer
areas and changing rooms to light
months or heat loss in winter as
up to 14sq.m ([Link]). compared to conventional
roof lights.
450mm (18" diameter) for wide
● No maintenance, inside or out.
corridors at 4m centres and small
classrooms to light up to 22sq.m ● Special unbreakable, vandal-
([Link]) where ceiling heights are proof security domes available.
3m or more. ● At least 75% of electricity costs
can be saved during the
530mm (21" diameter) the most daytime, where SunPipes are
popular size for deep plan class- used to replace the need for
electric lighting during
rooms used in conjunction with
School hours.
Windcatcher natural ventilation
systems. ● Children and teachers work
better under a natural light
environment.
600mm (24" diameter) for larger
areas, lecture rooms, assembly
areas, etc. Top Left: Ground floor corridor lit by 450mm dia
SunPipes, each 7.6m long at South Charnwood
School, Leicester. (See drawing opposite).
750mm, 900mm and 1000mm dia.
Top Right: 750mm dia. SunPipes installed at
for sports halls and similar areas Hartismere Girls Schools, Eye, Suffolk.
where floor to ceiling height Centre Left: External view of South Charnwood School,
exceeds 5m. showing both SunPipes and Windcatchers.
Centre right: One of seven Wokingham Schools, where
over-roofing took place. SunPipes & SunCatchers were
installed to replace original rooflights.
Lower left: SunPipes and Windcatcher systems
installed at Latimer School, Northampton
Lower centre: St Vincents School, Enfield, where
450mm diameter SunPipes were used to light internal
corridors and classrooms.
Lower right: SunPipes and SunCatcher systems
installed at Jane Lane Special School, Walsall,
West Midlands.

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C o l l e g e s a n d 450mm SunPipe, 7.6m long, serving

ground floor lobby at
South Charnwood School

Un i v e r s i t i e s (See photo opposite)

Recent Projects
completed include:
• Aylsham High School, Norfolk
• Beaudesert Park School, Minchinhampton
• Bosvigo Junior & Infant School, Truro
• Down House School, Newbury 1 No. 3 section
adjustable elbow
• Eton College
• Farnborough Sixth Form College
• Greenford High School, Middlesex
12 no. 610mm
• Hamilton Community College, Leicester lengths of SunPipe
• Hengrove School, Bristol
• Henry Compton School, Hammersmith Top Left: Library at Riverside
• Hurlingham and Chelsea Secondary Sch. College, Leicester, where existing
rooflights were replaced with
• Jane Lane School, Walsall 14 No. 530mm SunPipes and
• Lady Zia Wernher School, Luton 2 No. 600mm square Windcatchers,
Roof space
as shown in the photograph below.
• Latifa School for Girls, Dubai, UAE This eliminated the need for
• Leeds University electric lighting during daytime and
the need for air conditioning.
• Millais School, Horsham, West Sussex
• Nailsea Community School, Bristol Top Right: Roof at Guildford
• Portsmouth High School College of Further Education and
internal view of Refectory area,
• Quedgeley Primary School, Gloucester completed in 1997. 50 x 50mm
softwood boxing
• Rashid School for Boys, Dubai, UAE in through 1st
Centre Left: External view of
• Riverside College, Leicester Riverside College, Leicester, where floor Classroom
• Roseland Com. School, Tregony, SunPipes and Windatchers have
been installed.
Cornwall
• University of Glamorgan, Treforest Lower left: Jubilee Campus at
Nottingham University, where
• University of Manchester 12 No. 750mm diameter SunPipes
• University of Nottingham, Students were installed with light shut-off 1st Floor
dampers to the barrel vaulted
Union Sedam roof over the Lecture Halls.
• Westmoreland Primary Sch., Stockport
Lower right: Corridor at Quedgeley
• Wycombe Abbey School Primary School, Gloucester, lit
• Wymondham College, Norfolk entirely by SunPipes.

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Hospitals
Upstand detail for SunPipe system for a
standing seam roof

Most popular sizes

300mm (12” diameter) for internal
corridors and store rooms.

450mm (18” diameter) for

consulting rooms, waiting areas,
larger offices.

530mm/600mm diameter for floor

to ceiling heights of between three
and four metres.

Top Left: SunPipes serving the ground floor of The

Advantages London Clinic, where the extension blocked off
natural light to the ground floor windows.
& Benefits Top Right: Internal corridor at Heartlands Hospital,
Monodraught can provide
Birmingham, where more than 100 SunPipes have
● Energy saving – typical now been installed. a welded aluminium
upstand to a new Kalzip or
calculations show a pay-back Lower left: Charing Cross Hospital, London, where similar steel profiled roof.
period of 5 to 6 years where 24 of our 300mm diameter SunPipes have been Alternatively, oversheeting
SunPipes are used to replace installed to internal corridors. can be used as shown to
the need for electric lighting existing roofs. See also
Lower right: 120 of our 530mm diameter SunPipes page 16.
during daytime use. installed at Newham Hospital, London in 1998, to
bring natural daylight down to corridors and
● Health Benefits – natural Consulting Rooms.
daylight is known to combat
SAD conditions particularly
suitable for Day Centres and
Old Peoples Homes.

● Installation Service –
Monodraught provide a
complete installation service
with all necessary attendances.

● No maintenance – the shape

of the top dome ensures that
dust and dirt is washed off
naturally and internal ceiling
diffusers require no
maintenance.

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t h C e n t r e s SunPipe flashing detail, where a

Heal
Code 4 lead flashing is used for
bold tiled roofs

& Homes
Polycarbonate ABS SunPipe collar fitted
top dome over lead soaker sheet

ABS flashing plate

Lead soaker sheet supplied by Monodraught
dressed to ABS
Recent Hospital Projects flashing plate and
weathered into roof
completed include: Breathable felt
dressed over and
• Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge up sides of ABS
flashing plate to
• Ailsa Hospital, Ayr give waterproof
seal
• Airedale Hospital, Keighley
• Amersham Hospital
• Basildon Hospital
• Charing Cross Hospital, London Counter battens

• Cookridge Hospital, Leeds

• Cromer Hospital, Norfolk
• Derbyshire Royal Infirmary, Derby
For a Plain tile roof a standard ABS
• Derriford Hospital, Plymouth
universal flashing is used with a lead
• Halton General Hospital, Runcorn skirt, but for a Bold tile roof a Code 4
• Hartlepool Hospital lead flashing is dressed over the tiles,
• Heartlands Hospital, Birmingham an ABS base plate can be used, the
• Kent & Sussex Hospital, Tunbridge Wells collar fits to the top of the lead flashing.
• Kettering Hospital
• Monklands District Hospital, Airdrie
• Newham General Hospital, London
Top left: Morrison Court Elderly Peoples Home, Market
• North Manchester General Hospital Harborough
• North Tees Hospital
Top right: St Cecilia’s, Leonard Cheshire Home,
• Ormskirk Hospital Bromley, Kent, where a total of 40 SunPipes were used.
• Peterborough Hospital
Centre left: Brocklebank Health Centre, Wandsworth,
• Princess Marina Hospital, Northampton London, utilising SunPipes and SunCatchers..
• Ronkswood Hospital, Worcester
Centre right: The Mulberry Centre, West Middlesex
• Rotherham District General Hospital
Hospital, Isleworth, where 600mm x 600mm square
• Royal Bolton Hospital diffusers are used with 530mm diameter SunPipes to
• Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield match ceiling grid.

• Royal Preston Hospital Lower left: Cathcart Health Centre, Bermondsey,

• Scarborough Hospital where SunPipes are used to light internal corridors
and disabled toilet areas.
• Southend Hospital
• St Nicholas Hosp., Newcastle upon Tyne Lower right: External view of the Mulberry Centre,
West Middlesex Hospital, Isleworth.

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Technical
Brunel University – research is No Heat Loss or SunPipe Sizes and maximum light output
being carried out into the Solar Gain on a typical flat roof application measured approximately 1.5m below SunPipe diffuser
application of natural ventilation Full Sun Overcast Clear Sky

Matters
The sealed tube of air within the
strategies, which compliment SunPipe system means that there Summer Summer Winter Area Lit
(assuming Eh (assuming Eh (assuming Eh (to a normal daylight level)
SunPipe applications, resulting in is minimal heat loss in winter or Size 105,000 lux) 45,000 lux) 20,000 lux)
reduced heat load requirements. solar gain during summer months.
Research and 300mm (12”) dia 740 Lux 420 Lux 210 Lux 14 sq.m (approx 150 [Link])
Development The thermal imaging photograph
Reading University, Liverpool 450mm (18”) dia 1440 Lux 740 Lux 320 Lux 22 sq.m (approx 230 [Link])
Monodraught are currently below, taken at night-time, shows
University, Loughborough there is virtually no heat loss 530mm (21”) dia 1880 Lux 930 Lux 415 Lux 40 sq.m (approx 430 [Link])
sponsoring Research students at
University and UMIST are all through the SunPipe system Other SunPipe sizes available:
six Universities:
carrying out associated research compared to a triple glazed window.
200mm (8”) dia 320 Lux 155 Lux 70 Lux 7.5 sq.m (approx 80 [Link]|)
into Monodraught products.
Napier University – a two year
study has been spent on SunPipe 330mm (13”) dia 820 Lux 480 Lux 245 Lux 16 sq.m (approx 170 [Link])
Detailed research has also been 600mm (24”) dia 2480 Lux 1220 Lux 530 Lux 30 sq.m (approx 320 [Link])
developing a computerised
carried out at the Belgian
prediction model to enable an 750mm (30”) dia 3550 Lux 1800 Lux 900 Lux 50 sq.m (approx 530 [Link])
Building Research Establishment
assessment to be accurately given
and Calgary University in Canada. 900mm (36”) dia 5200 Lux 2400 Lux 1150 Lux 60 sq.m (approx 650 [Link])
for any Project. A further 2-year
Research programme is currently 1000mm (40”) dia 6300 Lux 3400 Lux 1350 Lux 70 sq.m (approx 750 [Link])
underway to develop IT tools for Range of Systems 100w light bulb 170 Lux 170 Lux 170 Lux –
the application of the computer The most popular sizes are shown
prediction technology and to
Table of Weights ...and the Weather?
and are all available ex-stock. The SunPipe Kit 200mm (8”) Weight in Kg
The most remarkable feature of
explore all other avenues of other sizes are also available, but Standard Flat Roof Kit 2.72Kg SunPipe is the amount of
lightpipe applications. delivery is approximately 4 to 6 Standard Pitched Roof Kit (Slate) 3.22Kg intensified light it can deliver. The
Standard Pitched Roof Kit (Tiled) 6.07Kg light will vary depending on the time
weeks from date of order. SunPipe Kit 300mm (12”) of year but can be expressed as an
equivalent to electric lighting, as
Standard Flat Roof Kit 3.86Kg
shown in these diagrams.
Monodraught produce a standard Standard Pitched Roof Kit (Slate) 5.44Kg
Standard Pitched Roof Kit (Tiled) 9.44Kg Tables from 500 Watt
range of 10 SunPipe systems, as research
SunPipe Kit 450mm (18”)
set out on the right. Larger SunPipe conducted by
Standard Flat Roof Kit 7.12Kg the University 400 Watt
systems, however, up to 3m diameter, Standard Pitched Roof Kit (Slate) 7.77Kg of Nottingham
Standard Pitched Roof Kit (Tiled) 13.11Kg
can be produced to special order.
white = heat loss through single glazed SunPipe Kit 530mm (21”) 300 Watt
windows Standard Flat Roof Kit 7.55Kg
Standard Pitched Roof Kit (Slate) 10.08Kg
red = heat loss through triple glazed 200 Watt
Standard Pitched Roof Kit (Tiled) 15.33Kg
Nottingham University – research windows
is being carried out with lightpipes Optional Extra Components 200mm 300mm 450mm 530mm 100 Watt
yellow = heat loss through walling fabric
Standard 610mm (2’) length 0.58Kg 0.82Kg 1.21Kg 1.39Kg
to focus and concentrate light into blue = negligible heat loss through the 30° Adjustable Elbow 0.13Kg 0.25Kg 0.48Kg 0.62Kg

Winter
overcast
Clear
winter sky
Summer
overcast
Full Sun
summer
light rods and ultimately, fibre-optic SunPipe 45° Adjustable Elbow 0.21Kg 0.44Kg 0.82Kg 1.15Kg
cables for application in apartment Bell End Pipe (300mm) 0.28Kg 0.37Kg 0.59Kg 0.68Kg
Acknowledgement to Napier University for
Lead Skirt 2.90Kg 3.91Kg 5.24Kg 5.24Kg
blocks and similar. reproduction of photographs. Above chart shows output of a 300mm dia SunPipe

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25 year Guarantee insulator against heat transfer and

in effect acts like a giant ‘double- Material Specification SunPipe Showrooms and Advice Centres
All systems supplied by Monodraught
Top Dome Monodraught have a network of approved Distributors and Showrooms
are guaranteed for a period of 25 glazed unit’ but of a relatively small
2.5mm UV stabilised unbreakable polycarbonate. throughout the UK, where visitors can see SunPipes in a working
years against faulty manufacture. diameter. Density: 1.20g/cm3 to ISO 1183 & to BS476 Class 0.
environment. These are mainly intended for domestic purchases.
Izod Impact strength: 30KJ/m2 to ISO 180/1A.
Where the installation is carried out Fastcad or 4mm impact resistant modified Acrylic. Scotland Lincolnshire
The SunPipe Centre, Glenrothes Joulesave, Grantham
by Monodraught’s installation All Monodraught systems are Density: 1.18g/cm3 to ISO 1183.
Contact: David Francey Contact: Chris Robinson
featured on Fastcad and detailed Izod Impact strength: 1.6KJ/m2 to ISO 180/1A. Tel: 01592 771199 Tel: 01572 768362
teams, the installation is also
drawings can be downloaded from Condensation Trap North East & North West East Sussex
guaranteed for a period of 25 years.
Brushed nylon gasket applied to top of SunPipe. D J Tucker, Redcar The Solar Company, Eastbourne
[Link]. Contact: David Tucker Contact: Mike Eldridge
Fixings
Insulation Stainless steel self tapping fixing screws with
Tel: 01642 471361 Tel: 01323 646979

The SunPipe system can be Acoustic neoprene washers Manchester Milton Keynes
The SunPipe Centre, Cheshire The Lightpipe Company
lagged within the roof space quite Performance or tamper-proof pin hex stainless steel fixing screws. Contact: Dave Edwards Contact: John Parrott
easily, where required, by simply Soundguard™ laminated glass by Roof Flashing Tel: 01606 883610 Tel: 08702 416680

wrapping the SunPipe with a Glazeguard Ltd is incorporated into 3mm ABS universal 1 piece flashing for pitched roofs. Yorkshire Nottingham
ABS two piece flashing for flat roofs (felt or Sarnafil). Kesteven Roofing Centre, Leeds Senergy, Burton-on-Trent
25mm blanket. Detailed ceramic ceiling diffusers, (see page Contact: Chris Ball
Galvanised flashing plate for asphalt roofs. Contact: Richard Scott
experiments and measurements 17), and provides a performance of Code 4 lead flashing and soaker for bold tiled roofs.
Tel: 0113 235 1441 Tel: 01283 541519
are due to be carried out at Napier RW 37 dB (Rtra 33 dB). ABS collar to top of galvanised or lead flashing. Shropshire West Country
Moulded GRP flashing, site fixed for existing metal Precious Earth, Ludlow SunSeekeers
University in October 2002, to Contact: Paul Williams Contact: Marianne Pankhurst
profiled roofs.
determine the precise heat loss. Horizontal SunPipes Purpose made site welded aluminium flashing for
Tel: 01584 878633 Tel: 01395 568104
However, with the relatively small Horizontal applications have been Kalzip type roofs and similar plus ABS collar. West Midlands Devon
The SunPipe Centre, Coventry PHC Building Supplies, Torrington
area of the SunPipe system, in proved to be very successful where Internal Pipe Contact: Ian Duffy Contact: Jeremy Horn
comparison to the room as a a south facing wall is used for Reflectalite 600™ 0.5mm Aluminium SunPipe with Tel: 02476 637160 Tel: 01805 601204
termination. Up to 4 metres has mirror finish and PVD coating 96% reflectance.
whole, heat loss from such a small East Anglia Cornwall
Internal Elbows Natrulite, Haverhill Solar Flair, Truro
area is considered to be insignificant. been used successfully. Contact: Andy Bush
3-section fully adjustable elbow to 45°. Contact: Roger Boaden
Tel: 01440 714650 Tel: 07775 660119
2-section fully adjustable elbow to 30°.
For details of fire protection Lengths & Bends Gloucester Isle of Wight
Ceiling Diffusers The Green Shop, Stroud
On smaller sizes a total maximum A Carpenter & Son, Shanklin
systems for the SunPipe please 3 part diffuser with white plastic permanent fixing ring. Contact: Derek Hunt Contact: John Carpenter
see page 17. length of 8m is recommended, but 2.5mm clear polycarbonate stipple finish semi- Tel: 01452 770629 Tel: 01983 862014
on larger sizes up to 20m in length recessed deep bowl diffuser or 3mm opal. South London South Wales
2mm white twist lock removable ceiling trim also Bernard Exton Sales, London The Welsh SunPipe Centre, Swansea
U-value can be used. Contact: Cliff Cambell
available in brushed aluminium, brass or chrome Contact: Phillip Morgan
Napier University has assessed the effect finishes. Tel: 020 8870 9916 Tel: 01639 841142
U-value of a 330mm diameter There is an 16% reduction of light 3mm plywood backing plate fits above plasterboard. Norfolk Northern Ireland
200mm long bell end slip length into fixing ring. Thermwatch, Norwich
SunPipe of 1.5m overall length as for each bend used and a 10% Associate Engineering, Belfast
Contact: Michael Hobbs Contact: Bob Moore
reduction for every metre of SunPipe. Light Kits Tel: 01603 760255
being 0.6W/m2. The excellent Tel: 02890 815826
50 watt 12v Dichroic low voltage light kit with
performance of the SunPipe system 45° adjustable elbows can be used Kent Republic of Ireland
dimmable electronic transformer, all low temperature.
Eco Merchants, Nr Faversham
is due to the fact that the static with all SunPipe applications to Light sensors – purpose designed for each project Davies of Dublin
Contact: Joe Hilton Contact: Kieran Wise
column of air acts as an excellent direct daylight to where it is required. specification. Provides 430 Lux at desk level. Tel: 01795 530130 Tel: 00 353 1 837 6076

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 Natural daylight where windows can’t reach!

Offices The new dome

Most popular sizes
300mm (12" diameter) for small diamond
separate offices up to [Link].

450mm (18” diameter) for open

plan offices with a grid of 4m.

530mm/600mm (21”/24”) diameter

to suit a ceiling grid of 5 to 6 m. Patent No. 200543.7

Advantages
& Benefits
● Natural lighting from
SunPipes is known to have a
beneficial effect for office
lighting as compared to
fluorescent lighting.

● No reflection on VDU screens.

● Energy saving helps combat

the climate change levy. Top left: Reception area to Monodraught’s offices at Halifax House, lit entirely by SunPipes, where visitors are always welcome.

● SunPipes are also available Top centre: Monodraught’s Accounts office at Halifax House, which is lit by one 330mm diameter SunPipe and has no external windows.

with 600mm x 600mm square Top right: SunPipes installed at Pearl Assurance offices in Peterborough were up to 12m long and some incorporated five elbows.
ceiling termination to suit Lower left: Howells Solicitors, Sheffield, where SunPipes were used in converting an old attic store room into offices. Initially available on 300mm dia only.
suspended ceilings. Lower right: Executives’ reception area at Pearl Assurance Building, Peterborough, where 330mm diameter SunPipes were installed in 1997.
The SunPipe diamond comprises an
Having sold more than 10,000 SunPipes over the last 5 years, Monodraught have created the new
arrangement of flat diamond shaped
diamond shaped SunPipe system which considerably increases light output.
facets on the surface of the SunPipe
that concentrates the projection of any
light through a series of flat prisms.
This new patented system also
incorporates vertical prisms around
the circumference of the dome to
catch light from the sun in the morning
and evening when at its lowest level.

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Industriaill
and Reta
Most popular sizes
450mm (18” diameter) are
recommended for most office
areas, where ceilings are typically
3m above floor level.

750mm (30” diameter) for large

industrial areas.

Advantages SunPipe flashing detail to metal

& Benefits profiled roof

Perhaps the most compelling

reason for using SunPipes is to
counter the effects of the
Climate Change Levy, since
SunPipes can be used to
provide natural lighting through-
out daytime use thereby
significantly affecting the
dependence on electric lighting,
which normally accounts for a
significant usage of electrical
power throughout daylight hours.

Top left: Refurbishment of Administration Block at

Jaguar Cars, Castle Bromwich, Birmingham.
Top centre: Monodraught’s installation team.
Top right: Waitrose Store, Staines, where 85
SunPipes were installed.
Monodraught can
Centre: Internal view of ceiling arrangement at supply and install
Jaguar Cars. either a purpose
made GRP
Lower left: Downlands Business Park, Worthing, flashing or
which was previously the Design Offices of alternatively, flat
Daewoo, but lacked the benefit of natural daylight. galvanised over
sheeting can be used.
Lower centre: Wadsworth Brewery at Devizes,
Wiltshire, where 330mm SunPipes were used.

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Secure
Recent Projects
completed include:

t a b l i s h m e n t s • HMP Rochester Wood, Kent

Es
• HMP Winson Green, Birmingham
• HMP Stanford Hill, Kent
SunPipe offers the opportunity to • HMP Preston
achieve a high level of security by • HMP Lincoln
providing small diameter openings • HMP Wellingborough
through the roof structure which can • Andover Police Station
be heavily protected by additional • Basingstoke Police Station
stainless steel security bars. This is • Battersea Park Police Headquarters,
accomplished without detracting • Greater Manchester Police Training
from the remarkable ability of the College, Prestwich
SunPipe to reflect and intensify • Huddersfield Police Station
sunlight and natural daylight. • Keighley Police Station
Top: Battersea Park Police Headquarters, where 19 No. 530mm diameter
SunPipes were installed to internal cells, corridors and interview rooms. • Launceston Police Station
SunPipe flashing detail to flat
• Lincoln Police Headquarters
Centre & Lower left: Shorten Hills Environmental Education Centre, Chesham,
roof, serving Ward areas at
where existing Nissen huts, that were lacking in natural light, were refurbished • National Police Training, Police Staff
HMP Winson Green, Birmingham
for Bucks County Council. The Facilities Manager commented, “The performance College, Bramshill, Hampshire
was most impressive and we are delighted to see the impact it has made on the
internal environment”.
• Plympton Police Station, Plymouth
• Royal Marines Headquarters,
HMS Condor, Arbroath
SunPipe flashing detail to pitched tiled roof, at • Rutherford Appleton Laboratories
St Catherine’s Centre for Girls, St Helens
• South Yorkshire Police, Doncaster
• St Catherine’s Centre for Girls Secure
Unit, St Helens
• St Helens Police Station

Security Top Dome

Isometric view of Stainless

steel security mesh.
A specially hardened Polycarbonate top dome
and security fixings are available to order.

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P r o t e c t i o n 2. Sleev-it ‘Fire Choke’ SunPipe with Sleev-it

Fire s t i c
Fire Collars
‘Fire Choke’ collar under
normal conditions

an d A c o u Fitted above a plaster board ceiling

and thereby leaving the SunPipe

Per f o r m a n c e ceiling diffusers unaffected. The

Sleev-it ‘Fire Choke’ collars are
designed to prevent the spread of
smoke and fire through a roof-
Two alternatives space by crushing the SunPipe,
1. SunPipe Fire Guard when the aluminium is subjected to
Fire Resistant fire giving up to 2 hours protection.
SunPipe with Sleev-it ‘Fire
Ceiling Diffusers Choke’ collar in fire
Each ‘Fire Choke’ collar contains
Monodraught have developed a situation
‘Intumex’, an intumescent graphite
new ceramic based ceiling diffuser
compound and Alpha Firescreen
for use in conjunction with the
1032-2-SP, a woven fibreglass fabric
complete SunPipe range, to
coated with specially formulated
provide up to 2-hour fire resistance. SunPipe Size SunPipe Fire Guard Diffuser micronised aluminium polymer.
Diameter (A) Diameter (B)
Consisting of a tough, multi-layered 200mm (8”) 216mm 276mm Manufactured in 0.9mm mild steel,
glass/ceramic laminated 300mm (12”) 305mm 365mm the fire choke collar is supplied in
construction which, in sheet form, 330mm (13”) 330mm 390mm two halves, which clamp around
can provide up to 4-hour fire 450mm (18”) 457mm 517mm the SunPipe aluminium tube.
resistance. The Fire Guard has an 530mm (21”) 533mm 593mm The ‘Fire Choke’ patented system contains the
acoustic interlayer to provide a expanding intumescent material which crushes the
sound and fire resistant solution. aluminium SunPipe when the temperature in the
• The system is currently being submitted for testing to the Warrington room exceeds 150°C.
• Fully tested to current British
Fire Laboratories to be assessed under BS476, Part 22.
The glazed assembly is set into a and/or European Standards. The Alpha Firescreen 1032-2-SP fabric is secured
galvanised steel or stainless steel • In terms of physical safety, SunPipe Fire Guard has been successfully (Test report TE 39902). inside each section of the fire collar, laying between
frame with an intumescent seal to impact tested (BS6206) from both sides. the wall of the aluminium SunPipe, and the ‘Intumex’
• Up to 2 hours fire resistance, graphite compound within the fire collar casing. Once
provide 2-hour fire resistance. • The laminated glass will also provide excellent sound resistance to specially adapted for Monodraught the intumescent material expands as a reaction to the
the following performance: 9mm total thickness RW37dB (Rtra 33dB). SunPipe installations. increasing temperature, it becomes encased within
The SunPipe Fire Guard has a two pillows of woven fibreglass fabric as it virtually
powder coated steel outer trim and • Available in a range of sizes up blows up the fabric like a balloon, spreading
Typical Product Performance for 9mm total thickness outwards from both sections to cover the inside of
white ceiling bezel, but other to 750mm diameter.
the steel casing of the ‘Fire Choke’ collar. This
Total Impact Rm. Rw. Rtra Weight Light U Value
finishes can be provided when Thickness (BS6026) (dB) (dB) (dB) (kg/m2) Transmission (%) (W/m2k) • Requires no maintenance and produces a drumskin effect across the collar
specified. opening, which contains the heated char from the
is suitable for all interior
9mm Class B 34 37 33 21 85 5.30 exfoliated intumescent material, therefore sealing off
Notes: Rm. = Mean Sound Reduction Index. Rw. = Mean Sound Reduction Index Weighted with correction ear response. applications. the penetration against fire, smoke and hot gases.
Rtra. = Mean Sound Reduction Index Weighted for road traffic noise.

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Overseas Overseas
Distributors

Projects
Austria
Lipfert GesmbH & Co KG, Steyr
Tel: +43 7252 73848
Due to the worldwide uncertainty of Belgium
Euro-Construction, Tongeren
the future of energy costs and the Tel: +32 12 39 06 60
almost certain increase in electricity Bulgaria
prices over the coming years, Time 2 Wake
Tel: +359 8820 8561
tremendous interest has been
Cyprus
focused on the advantages of the Gevo, Nicosia
SunPipe system and the advantages Tel: +357 2 343045
it offers, namely: Czech Republic
No heat gain SunPipe in Bit. & Plastic, Prague
• No electrical energy costs during Tel: +420 2 35300218
Another remarkable
daylight hours Germany
feature of the SunPipe SLK Ingenieurgemeinschaft e.V
• No heat gain to inside areas system is the ability to Tel: +49 3643 748454

eliminate heat gain. With Mexico

• Where used in offices, an Conjunto Galerias Reforma
an external temperature Tel: +011 525 2570880
appropriate reduction in the
of 30°+ the temperature Middle East
cooling load will be achieved
of the air at the top of Edison Lighting, Dubai, UAE
• No dependence on outside Tel: +971-50 6546236
the SunPipe will
powers or states for supply of Nigeria
increase and expand Boyinghouse Ltd, Lagos
electricity for lighting through the brushed Tel: +234 1 4520907

• Virtually self-cleansing in most nylon gasket. Pakistan

Iqbalsons, Karachi
countries due to its shape and, However, heat will not Tel: +92 21 453 3122
therefore, only occasional drop, so the base of Spain
external cleaning is required the SunPipe remains SunPipe de España, Seville
Tel: +34 95 423 00 24
at room temperature.
• Simple to install by local labour Ukraine
This phenomenon has been Euroizol, Kiev
• Supplied in kit form that simply proved on a number of Tel: +380 44 235 68 00

clips together occasions by Architects West Indies

Barbados Hardware, Bridgetown,
placing their hand on the Tel: +1 246 426 4406 x1246
Top left: Rashid School for Boys, where 60 underside of the ceiling diffuser Far East
SunPipe systems were installed in Dubai. in a hot country, which remains For Singapore, Hong Kong,
Philippines, Malaysia, South
Top right: Office Development, Jumeirah Beach, cool, as compared to the Korea, Taiwan and China.
Dubai, opposite the famous 6 star Burj Al Arab. Contact: Overseas Sales Manager,
underside of a rooflight or
Lower left & right: External and internal views of John Edwards on 01494 882476
skylight, which is red hot!
Electroamsa, Seville, Spain.

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D a y l i g h t o n Integral Electric Light Kit

Where a single source light is required,

Demand
such as the top of a staircase, landing etc,
the SunPipe can be supplied with a 50 watt
Manual
low voltage Halogen light fitting that has
Damper open
There are times when SunPipe been specially designed so as not to affect
users may wish to shut off the light the natural light output during daytime use.
into the room, for instance in a The light fitting can even be supplied with a
Hospital Ward or a Nursing Home, a This system allows the light to be sensor to automatically bring on the electric
Conference Room, a School class- shut off by simply pulling down the light when the natural daylight falls below a
room or even a private bedroom. Motorised Light Shut off Damper preset level. Provides 430 Lux at desk level.
operating rod. The manual damper
Assembly
is easily installed to the bottom
Three simple methods have been 400mm length of SunPipe

Ceiling
developed for either completely immediately above the ceiling level
Plywood backing
shutting off light or indeed, restricting and is securely fixed to the existing plate/template

Diffusers
daylight to a desired daylight level. ceiling structure.

Manual Damper Motorised Damper System Ceiling

This is a simple, cost effective The motorised shut off damper is The new Monodraught SunPipe
method which includes a mirror available with a modulating motor, Ceiling Diffuser assembly is
Fixing ring
finish disk internally which does not so that the light level can be varied designed for easy installation and
cleaning. It also provides an Bell end ceiling
affect light output. Mounted on a according to the users requirements. extension
stainless steel spindle carried by The Belimo motor is linked to a effective seal for the SunPipe,
preventing the ingress of dust from Recessed
an ABS support plate, the dampers wall switch or small control panel diffuser
are opened or closed by a push/ to allow the light to be adjusted ceiling level.
Twist lock white
pull nylon rod with an operating accordingly. This system is partic- plastic ceiling trim Brushed aluminium effect
button attached. This will also take ularly suitable for larger Conference The new deep bowl diffuser creates
ceiling trim
a hook allowing operation from Halls, Lecture Theatres, etc., where an even spread of light across any
ground level. remote control is required. designated area. Diffusers are
available in clear stippled finish for
maximum light output and opal
Black Out Diffuser
finish for a softer light.
This consists of a simple black out cover, which has
a twist lock operation, and a ceiling trim with
Ceiling trims are provided in white
corresponding locking pins that fits to an existing Brass effect ceiling trim
plastic as standard, but brass and
SunPipe diffuser. Ideally suited to bedrooms or
brushed aluminium effect finishes
hospital wards where a simple black out is required,
are available, to enhance a variety
which can be applied or removed by hand. Patent applied for No. 0206398.0
of decors.

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Monovent Natural Daylight & Natural Ventilation for small areas

Monoventer
SunCatch
The SunPipe and Natural
Ventilation in one compact,
energy-free system
Designed to provide natural light
and ventilation to bathrooms,
kitchens, toilets, etc., similar to its
big brothers the SunCatcher and
Windcatcher (as shown on the
following pages). The Monovent can
be used on flat roof and any pitched
roof applications as the ventilation
is carried through flexible ducting.

The Monovent expels stale air from

the room as a result of the passive
stack ventilation principle, but also
has the added advantages of
bringing in a supply of fresh air on BUILDING REGULATIONS
the windward side of the system as The Monovent system complies with the requirements of the Building Regulations Approved
well as providing natural daylight. Document F in providing a Passive Stack Ventilation (PSV) system in accordance with BRE Paper,
Reference 13/94. This PSV system allows an internal room, without windows, ie. bathroom or
utility room, to be used. The Monovent system exceeds the minimum ventilation requirements laid
The ceiling ventilator is fully
down by the Building Regulations, which is 8,000mm2 and a ventilation rate of 15 l/s.
adjustable from closed to fully open
and is also available with a brass Two Monovent SunCatcher systems are Performance Criteria
available: Minimum area to meet Building Regulations –
or chrome finish, where required. free air required 8,000mm2
ABS 350: with a 200mm (8”) dia SunPipe
Monodraught will be launching a To light an area up to 6m2
Minimum ventilation rate required –
Has a free area grille of 9,300mm2
new fully integrated bathroom 15 l/s or 0.15m3/s
Weight: 11kg inc. ductwork 1.5m overall
light/ventilation kit in late 2002, to
incorporate the SunPipe, two low ABS 550: with a 300mm (12”) dia SunPipe Monovent Performance
To light an area up to 12m2 Ventilation rate at external wind speed of 4m/s
voltage 50w halogen lights and a
Has a free area grille of 18,600mm2 ABS 350: 16 l/s or 0.16m3/s
100mm diameter mechanical fan Weight: 20kg inc. ductwork 1.5m overall ABS 550: 62 l/s or 0.62m3/s
extract – all in one unit!

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Natural on
Ventilati
Always a compliment to the
Monodraught SunPipes are the
Monodraught Windcatcher natural
ventilation systems.

Having eliminated the solar gain

associated with conventional
rooflights and skylights, the
Windcatchers have an even more
important role to play in providing
the fresh air requirements, as well
as providing another energy saving
breakthrough in eliminating the
need for air conditioning.

In the last 6 years alone, more than

1200 Monodraught Windcatcher
systems have been installed.

Please send for separate 20-page

brochure and Case Studies on
Windcatcher applications.
Top left: HMS Treasury, Whitehall, where 13 No. 1000mm square and 2 No. 2000 x 1000mm
Windcatchers were installed. Architects: Sir Norman Foster & Partners.
Top Centre: Latimer School, Northampton, where Windcatcher systems were combined
with SunPipes to provide natural daylight and ventilation for Northamptonshire CC.
Top right: Plymouth University, where 7 No. 1000 diameter Windcatchers were installed.
Consultants: Oscar Faber, Exeter.
Centre left: The Buddhist Temple and Chanting House at Taplow Court.
Architects: Architype Ltd.
Centre right: Queen Elizabeth 6th Form College Library, Darlington.
Architects: Browne Smith Baker, Darlington.
Lower left: The Press Association Offices, Howden, where 6 specially designed
Monodraught oval systems were installed. Architects: Crease Strickland Parkins.
Lower right: Woodlands Junior & Infants School, Walsall, for Walsall Met. Borough Council.

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Natural &
The central SunPipe tube is
integrated into the system and

Daylight
conveys natural daylight to the
same room or internal space.

Natural on
The SunCatcher has the unique
advantage that with air intakes on

Ventilati
all four sides, it does not matter
which way the wind is blowing
since one side of the system will
Whereas Monovents are designed always act as the air intake whilst
for domestic and small office the opposite side, being in the low
applications, Monodraught pressure zone, related to the
SunCatchers provide a satisfactory system, becomes a natural extract
solution of combining natural light to the room. When the wind
and natural ventilation. changes direction so the intake
and extract will also change their
The Monodraught SunCatcher function.
system provides controlled natural
ventilation as well as providing all The system is designed to produce
the benefits of natural daylight. Any an air change rate of 5 to 6 AC/hr
prevailing wind pressure carries a and full calculations are provided
continuous fresh air supply through for each Project.
weather protected louvres on the
windward side of the system at
roof level. The wind movement is
encapsulated by internal quadrants
which turns the wind through 90°
forcing air down through internal
The ‘famous’ Eco House at Nottingham University which
ducts into the room below, slightly
has had wide publicity in the Architectural press, featured
pressurising the internal space. a bespoke pinnacle SunCatcher system, with a
Warm, stale air is expelled from the polycarbonate cone. This highlights Monodraught’s ability
to produce any architectural feature. The pinnacle
room by the Passive Stack ventilation
SunCatcher serves the first floor landing and staircase and
principle of differential temperatures a further SunPipe serves the ground floor cloakroom.
and the natural buoyancy of air
Top left: John Groom Housing Association at Borehamwood.
movement. Manual or motorised
Top right: The Key Centre, University of Hertfordshire.
motors at the base of the system
Centre right: Jane Lane Special School, Walsall (see page 8).
control the rate of ventilation.
Lower right: Handsworth Community Fire Station, Birmingham.

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Night-Time Cooling Detail of 1200 Square SunCatcher

system serving BMW Amenity area
Another major advantage of the
SunCatcher is that the dampers
can be programmed to fully open
at night-time during summer
months to allow the prevailing wind
movement to force fresh air down
into the room below. This not only
provides a ‘cleansing’ effect
purging and removing stale
odours from the room, but achieves
all this without compromising the
Top Left: 26 of our 1200mm square SunCatcher
security of the building.
systems installed at BMW Design & Facilities Offices
at Cowley, Oxford.
Winter Operation Top right: Detail of the base of the SunCatcher
During winter months the dampers where the SunPipe features the BMW logo.
can be programmed to provide Centre right: Internal view of BMW Amenity area.
background ventilation only. An air Lower left: Internal view of Natures World,
quality monitor can also be Middlesborough, where our 1500mm diameter
bespoke SunCatcher system was installed and sited
incorporated so as to override approximately 6m above floor level.
temperatures where necessary. Lower right: External view of Natures World,
Under normal ventilation strategies Middlesborough, opened May 2002.
Plan of Damper
the dampers will be set to be arrangement

between 3% and 5% open. This will

allow trickle ventilation whilst
avoiding problems of cold
draughts entering the building. The
limited cold air intake being denser
than the internal ambient air falls to
floor level allowing the warmer
stale air to rise and exit through the Plan from below
controlled ventilation openings. (Amenity area)

The system is controlled by manual

or fully modulating dampers, linked
to temperature and air quality
sensors which in turn are linked to
a Cylon digital control panel.

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