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'Failing' Green Deal to be reviewed 16-May-2012
The Green Deal is being reviewed after warnings that it's liable to fail, according to the BBC.

Sabien supports call for swifter action on mandatory carbon reporting 16-May-2012
Sabien Technology, the manufacturer and supplier of the M2G intelligent boiler load optimiser is unsurprised by UK businesses' demands for the Government to expedite plans for mandatory carbon reporting (MCR) rules for large companies.

B&ES president claims buoyant membership B&ES president claims buoyant membership 15-May-2012
Membership of B&ES (the Building & Engineering Services Association) remains buoyant despite the continuing effects of recession, according to president Bob Shelley.

Climaveneta acquires Powermaster to form Climaveneta UK Group 15-May-2012
Climaveneta has signed an agreement to acquire most of Powermaster Products, its long established distribution partner for England and Wales, together with the majority of service organisation Powermaster Service. The move follows the acquisition of the chiller distribution and service activities of Climate from the Walter Meier Group in 2011.

Stiebel Eltron UK appoints new regional manager Stiebel Eltron UK appoints new regional manager 15-May-2012
Stiebel Eltron UK ihas appointed Richard Myers as a new regional manager to manage the company's renewable accounts in the South East region.




It's always important that we are correctly understood...
by Ant Wilson

It's the economy, stupid
by Ian Vallely

Sweeping carbon under the carpet
by Mike Malina

Why are renewables so ugly?
by Graham Hendra


Why R22 offers hope for increased heat pump sales 19-Apr-2012
With uncertainty about the economy still prevailing, it is hard to convince customers to spend their budgets on infrastructure changes, so getting companies with old air conditioning to think about an upgrade is not an easy task

Debate set to heat up over renewables incentives 19-Apr-2012
Renewable energy is under the spotlight, especially in light of the recent controversy over the Renewable Heat Incentive. Marc Diaz outlines the RHI opportunities for contractors

Fans forced to aim at a moving energy target 19-Apr-2012
It will not have escaped people's attention that efficiency is high on most agendas these days. Standards, EC Directives and UK regulations have all been pushing the efficiency message in recent times. Fans were quickly singled out for attention, says Mike Duggan

Technology of comfort 19-Apr-2012
Demand control ventilation saves energy while providing the comfort staff require, says David Cook

How motors are driving fan energy usage down 19-Apr-2012
The biggest consumer of electricity in the UK is motor-driven systems, with around 22 per cent of industrial motor energy being used by fans. Understandably, this makes fans a prime target for energy savings, says Alan Macklin


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Supply Air are a new type of H&V Distributor Title 25-Apr-2012
Supply Air are a new type of H&V Distributor - combining strong technical support and wide ranging product knowledge with prompt product availability, keen pricing and exceptional service.

Introducing the Quinta Eco Plus from Remeha 16-Mar-2012
Mark Northcott, Managing Director of Remeha Commercial introduces the Quinta Eco Plus and explains how it can help with the reduction of energy costs in this economic climate

Revolutionary Thinking From Remeha 20-Feb-2012
Introducing Quinta ECO Plus Boiler



Sabien Technology at Nemex/Sustainability Live 2012 - Stand S23 Sabien Technology at Nemex/Sustainability Live 2012 - Stand S23 5-Apr-2012
Visitors to the Sabien Technology stand will be able to find out how to increase the energy efficiency of their boilers - over and above that achieved by a BMS, sequencing and weather compensation - and how to validate the savings achieved.

New solar thermal evacuated tube collector from AET 8-Mar-2012
AET has launched the Camel Solar Vacuum (CSV), a high efficiency evacuated-tube solar thermal collector to harvest energy from the sun for commercial hot water and space heating applications.

Ensure complete protection with Solar S1 Concentrate Ensure complete protection with Solar S1 Concentrate 15-Dec-2011
As sales in solar thermal systems continue to soar, leading chemical water treatment manufacturer Fernox has expanded its range of inhibited heat transfer fluids with the new Fernox Solar S1 Concentrate.

Climaveneta's NX compact liquid chillers Climaveneta's NX compact liquid chillers 15-Dec-2011
The NX range of scroll compressor liquid chillers from Climaveneta UK combines excellent energy efficiency with a compact design and a choice of models to suit a range of applications.

Hitachi offers more with Set Free mini Hitachi offers more with Set Free mini 1-Dec-2011
Hitachi Air Conditioning and Refrigeration has extended its range of Set Free mini outdoor units with the introduction of several new models.



SAV launches decentralised, heat recovery AHUs SAV launches decentralised, heat recovery AHUs 11-May-2012
AirMaster X-Vent decentralised heat recovery air handling units (AHUs) are the latest addition to SAV Systems' range of energy saving solutions for a wide range of applications from classrooms to offices.

Samson gets even smarter with new valve positioner Samson gets even smarter with new valve positioner 8-May-2012
A new, high specification, yet competitively priced valve positioner has been introduced by Samson Controls for use on their diaphragm operated valves. The Type 3725 Positioner is a logical development of Samson's proven range of Series 373x units and provides a compact and rugged, easy-to-use device.

All aboard with MHG All aboard with MHG 2-May-2012
In parallel with major refurbishment works at London Victoria Station, MHG Heating has supplied 2 x ProCon HTP 225kW floor standing gas condensing boilers, complete with integral plate heat exchangers and flexible flues, to Network Rail's Kent Side offices at the station.

Fernox announces Alphi-11 rebrand Fernox announces Alphi-11 rebrand 14-Feb-2012
When you need an inhibitor that also acts, as an effective antifreeze the solution remains same - it's just the name that's changed - with the re-branding of Fernox, Alphi-11 to Antifreeze Protector Alphi-11. The high performance product protects against internal corrosion and limescale formation and eliminates the risk of freezing - down to temperatures of -22°.

Birmingham District Energy scheme scoops two prestigious awards Birmingham District Energy scheme scoops two prestigious awards 5-Dec-2011
Birmingham District Energy Company (BDEC) - a partnership comprising Cofely (a GDF SUEZ company), Birmingham City Council, Aston University and Birmingham Children's Hospital - has not only won the Partners in Expert Services Award in the PFM 2011 Awards but was also voted Overall Winner 2011 ('best of the best') by the judges.



New Website For MHG Heating Ltd New Website For MHG Heating Ltd
MHG’s new website provides easy access to sales and full technical documentation for our extensive range of products, case studies, hybrid design guide, replacement component diagrams, appliance quick reference guides and full controller manual infor...

Visit SFL Flues & Chimneys at HEVAR, NEC on Stand V19 on 22–24 May 2012 Visit SFL Flues & Chimneys at HEVAR, NEC on Stand V19 on 22–24 May 2012
Log on to www.hevar.co.uk for more information about the exhibition and how to register your interest...

Double Regulating Valve Part No.ART 25 Double Regulating Valve Part No.ART 25
The Albion ART 25 is a fixed orifice double regulating valve used to regulate and measure the flow passing through it....

Local Manufacturer, Contractor and College Work Together Local Manufacturer, Contractor and College Work Together
Seven steel boilers from Hamworthy were chosen for a refurbishment project at further-education establishment, Bournemouth & Poole College....

SERIES G,  Adjustable,  Deflection,  Grilles SERIES G, Adjustable, Deflection, Grilles
Gilberts G Series provides an established and comprehensive range of single and double adjustable deflection grilles for all types of ceiling and sidewall supply and extract application....

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