The common issue that installers usually face at work is having insufficient headroom space when installing ductwork systems on roof slabs. As a result, space efficiency for mechanical and electrical services are becoming increasingly important in both the construction of new buildings and the refurbishment of existing buildings. For space efficiency to be delivered, it must remain high on the project agenda throughout the activity briefing and building design stages, especially where mechanical and electrical services are concerned.

E3Panel is commendable for its space saving benefits by eliminating the space required to manually install another separate layer of insulation around the ductwork. Similarly, it possesses the capability of being constructed with flush joints between ductwork sections to make it possible for ductwork installation flat against building structural elements.

As a result, E3Panel maximises space available for other mechanical and electrical service installations and in some cases, reducing the space required for other service sectors. This was particularly advantageous for main riser E3Panel ductwork and with early design consideration, it will lead to a marginal increase in useable floor space. Since mechanical and electrical service co-ordination is often an area of risk for construction programs, any risk-mitigating properties are always a useful attribute.