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Controls for end users: a guide for good design and implementation

Controls for end users: a guide for good design and implementation

Document Status

Current

Supplement

Mechanical & Electrical Supplement

Abstract

Concentrates on the strategy, implementation and the user interfaces of control devices for heating, cooling and ventilation, located in occupied spaces and operated by individual users. Covers the psychology of user controls, design principles, examples of controls' usability, and recommended iconography. Provides checklists for building designers, manufacturers and suppliers, and for installers and facilities managers.

History

Compiled for the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA). Pub ref: BCIA 1/2007.

ISBN

9780860226703

Subjects

Publisher History

BSRIA was founded in 1956. It is a consultancy, test and research organisation which publishes technical notes and guidance for designers and specifiers of building services.


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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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