News Archive - October 2022
Government open letter is first step to hydrogen town
28 October 2022
The government is inviting the development of plans for a potential first hydrogen heated town from Gas Distribution Network Operators (GDNs)....
Hoval increases investment in heat pump production
26 October 2022
Hoval is expanding its production capacity significantly with construction of new heat pump manufacturing facilities at its headquarters in Vaduz (Liechtenstein) and in Istebné (Slovakia). The investment required for this will amount to around €60 ...
Over 50% of commercial buildings under threat from corrosion
26 October 2022
Hevasure, the real-time water monitoring company, has identified that over 50% of commercial buildings have potential corrosion issues in their closed-systems - the essential pipework and plant which keeps water-based HVAC operational....
‘Buzz and energy’ as BESA Conference and Awards bounce back
26 October 2022
The Building Engineering Services Association’s first ‘in person’ National Conference and Awards for three years broke historic attendance records with 270 delegates and more than 400 guests at a sparkling awards dinner in London hosted by the ...
EDF helps customers move to heat pumps
26 October 2022
EDF has announced two new projects that are designed to support customers transitioning to heat pumps. Both projects are supported by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) under its Heat Pump Ready Programme....
BEAMA launches ventilation guides
26 October 2022
Following the enactment of updated standards on ventilation this summer, trade association BEAMA has published three new bitesize guides to help installers better understand and implement Part F (ventilation) of the Building Regulations in ...
BESA urges new PM to ‘listen to engineers’
26 October 2022
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has welcomed the appointment of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as an opportunity to reset policy on Net Zero and energy security....
Stiebel Eltron to strengthen impact in UK heat pump market
26 October 2022
Stiebel Eltron UK is looking forward to meeting heat pump demand across the country as the company’s German headquarters expands its logistics centre in Holzminden, Germany....
Daikin adds three new centres to Sustainable Home Network
26 October 2022
Daikin UK has opened the doors of three new Sustainable Home Centres, bringing its national network to around 40-strong.
The UK’s leading air-source heat pump manufacturer is partnering with builder’s merchants, heating specialists and energy companies around the country to educate homeowners on the benefits of renewable heating solutions in person.
Cost is biggest barrier to consumer uptake of low carbon heating
26 October 2022
New data from the latest Public Attitudes Tracker published by BEIS has revealed consumer resistance to switching to low carbon heating systems in the home is being driven by cost....
Event to focus on district heating
26 October 2022
District heating experts from across the sector are coming together to discuss the latest trends and topics in low carbon heat networks on 17 November at the REHAU Hub, in the Building Centre in central London....
White paper shows how to avoid buildings becoming stranded assets
26 October 2022
Mitsubishi Electric has launched a helpful new guide designed to help building owners and managers reduce the risk of their buildings becoming stranded assets due to not reaching the government’s environmental standards....
Avoid energy waste trap warns trade body
26 October 2022
An overwhelming majority of Brits are worried about the price of heating their homes this winter and 9 in 10 (89%) will be changing their home heating behaviour in some way as a result, research has found....
Campaign calls for commitment to hydrogen future
19 October 2022
Some of the biggest names in the UK energy industry have joined forces to launch a campaign to raise awareness of hydrogen gas for heating our homes and calling on the Government to commit to a hydrogen future.
The ‘Hello Hydrogen’ Campaign sees gas distribution networks, boiler manufacturers and energy suppliers come together to raise households’ awareness on the low-carbon gas’s role in reducing CO2 emissions.
Guide defines Net Zero
19 October 2022
BSRIA and London South Bank University have partnered to publish a comprehensive free guide to define the terminology of Net Zero and its implications for the built environment....
Ideal Heating teams up with Citizens Advice to help households
19 October 2022
Heating appliance manufacturer Ideal Heating is working with Citizens Advice to support vulnerable households living with old or broken boilers, by replacing them with highly efficient A-rated boilers, free of charge....
Apprenticeships thriving at Polypipe Building Services
19 October 2022
With 266,000 extra workers needed within the construction sector by 2026 according to the Construction Industry Training Board, employers are being urged to use apprenticeships as a vehicle to home grow the people they need – a tactic that is ...
Warm banks welcomed but must be adequately ventilated – Elta Fans
19 October 2022
As news of warm banks hots up, Elta Fans is urging building owners, managers and facilities staff to ensure places have sufficient ventilation first to avoid a health and safety crisis before pushing ahead....
Ambion Heating secures place on university's Energy House 2.0 project
19 October 2022
Manufacturer of Low Carbon Heat Panel technology, Ambion Heating, will be working with Bellway Homes as part of the University of Salford’s Energy House 2.0 facility - a research project that will test and validate housing design, home heating and ...
Water usage contributes to growth in pipes and fittings market
19 October 2022
The UK pipes and fittings market fell significantly in 2020 due to the pandemic, but recovered well in 2021, increasing by 13%....
New home for North East distributors
19 October 2022
North East-based partner companies Secon Renewables and AUK Distribution are targeting further growth and industry success with the move to a new home in Sunderland....
Acceleration to heat pumps expected
13 October 2022
At an event launching a new heat pump in London this week, Samsung Electronics Air Conditioner Europe president predicted an acceleration in the switch from fossil fuel heating systems to more energy efficient heat pumps....
Labour leader visits Vaillant headquarters
13 October 2022
Labour leader, Sir Keir Starmer, visited leading boiler and heat pump manufacturer, Vaillant, in Belper, to see production of its low carbon technology in action and gain a clearer view of how government and industry can work in partnership to ...
Engineering trade body calls for practical measures to achieve reform agenda
12 October 2022
Actuate UK, the voice of the engineering services sector, has applauded the ambitions of the new Building Safety Act, saying the reform agenda will drive up standards across construction....
CIBSE recognises rising stars at the Young Engineers Awards 2022
12 October 2022
CIBSE Young Engineers Awards (YEAs) 2022 has recognised future industry change makers, as they address the big questions around the role of engineering in delivering a safe, healthy, and sustainable built environment for all....
Heat pump specialist increases capacity seven-fold
12 October 2022
A Derbyshire business which distributes heating and cooling systems is expanding its capacity to meet growing demand after purchasing a new site in Swadlincote....
Uponor’s PEX pipe turns 50
12 October 2022
Uponor, the global solutions provider for the delivery of energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, launched the first PEX pipes worldwide back in 1972....
Envirovent moves to zero carbon premises
12 October 2022
One of the UK’s ventilation manufacturers, EnviroVent, has relocated to new purpose-built zero carbon headquarters, as part of its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint....
Rising energy prices drive UK households to UFH
12 October 2022
In 2021, the underfloor heating market bounced back with an estimated 16% value growth, making it one of the fastest growing sectors of the UK heating industry according to market research by AMA Research....
New chief executive at Ziehl-Abegg SE
12 October 2022
The Ziehl-Abegg SE supervisory board has appointed Dr Marc Wucherer as its new chief executive who will take up his new position in December....
HVACR Live is back next year
12 October 2022
The HVACR Live show is returning in 2023 on Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th April....
Campaign shines spotlight on efficient, sustainable heating
06 October 2022
Worcester Bosch has announced the relaunch of its consumer sustainability campaign, titled ‘Green Heating Heroes’, with the aim to help consumers think greener when it comes to their home heating in order to help save on bills and reduce their ...
APHC celebrates plumbers for Quality Plumber Week 2022
06 October 2022
The Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors (APHC) is inviting installers, manufacturers and consumers to get involved with Quality Plumber Week 2022 on 10-16 October and celebrate the achievements of the industry....
New partnership gives installers access to heat pump finance
06 October 2022
Some of the heating industry's most active heat pump installers will now be able to offer homeowners a range of flexible payment options thanks to a new partnership between Daikin and back-office support app, hiber....
TG Lynes backs Walthamstow junior football team
06 October 2022
One of Walthamstow’s leading junior football clubs has received boost after netting the support of a prominent local business....
Real benefits to joining new network
06 October 2022
Plastic piping and underfloor heating manufacturer Polypipe Building Products is launching a membership scheme to offer value to underfloor heating engineers....
Brits set to cut down on heating and eating
06 October 2022
Home heating manufacturer, Worcester Bosch has released new research that uncovers alarming truths about how UK homeowners are planning to cope with the rising cost of energy, even with the available support packages....
New recruit for Stelrad brand specialists team
06 October 2022
Matthew Bainbridge is the latest recruit to join Stelrad’s brand specialists team, looking after the North of England territory for the UK’s leading radiator manufacturer....
Are your clients burns aware?
06 October 2022
As National Burn Awareness Day makes a return on 12 October, NHS Digital reveals some worrying trends in its latest Hospital Episode Statistics for England...