The East Surrey Macmillan Cancer Support Centre was developed through a partnership between Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust and Macmillan Cancer Support.  It was opened in February 2016 by a previous patient.  The cancer support centre offers those affected by cancer additional holistic care in a friendly, informal and non-clinical environment.

The Circular ABS 550 Windcatcher systems were installed in 2 therapy rooms and 2 quiet rooms and will provide natural ventilation for staff, patients and visitors.  The Circular ABS 550 Windcatcher is an energy free natural ventilation system encompassing the benefits of both top-down and passive stack ventilation. The system consists of an external louvre bank protected internally by an anti-bird mesh and internally divided. The simple, but effective design of the system provides fresh air during the daytime as well as night-time cooling.

There are a number of benefits for the Macmillan Cancer Support centre of using this system.  By using a natural ventilation system the centre is able to reduce CO2 levels by expelling stale air and also maintaining a comfortable fresh environment.

Photo credit: Michael Franke