Polypipe Ventilation’s HR01 heat recovery units installed in a new housing development in Shropshire
Comments OffSouth Shropshire Housing Association currently owns and manages over 2000 properties and, as part of Shropshire Housing Group, will contribute towards the development of 500 new homes by 2013; this latest development of houses and bungalows forms par […
Guardian Thermaguard Glycol Range protects solar thermal, heat pump and underfloor heating systems
Comments OffPulsar Renewables has launched the Guardian Thermaguard Glycol Range, which is designed to protect solar thermal, heat pump and underfloor heating systems.
Guardian is a trade only brand, supplying to the 90,000 strong installer base in the UK and [mo…
Complete wet room base and linear drain pack for bathroom retailers
Comments OffThe UniSlope Range comprises two designs each incorporating the perfect gradient for efficient water run away and each supplied with the UniDrain linear drain which does away with the need for the multiple tile cuts associated with a central drain ma […
Hudson Reeds launches new multi-function Probe shower kit
Comments OffHudson Reeds Probe is a new multi function shower kit, with a tapered body rising to a circular high performance showerhead. At the side of the soap tray the matching handshower is conveniently docked.
Both the overhead and handshower feature sof [mo…
Danfoss Heat Pumps’ new DHP-AQ heat pump range optimises airflow, refrigerant circuit and heat distribution
Comments OffDanfoss Heat Pumps’ new DHP-AQ heat pump range offers seasonal performance, thanks to a unique control system that constantly controls and optimises three key parameters in the product: airflow (efficient variable speed EC fan), the refrigerant circu […
Roman’s new wetroom panel appears to be completely frameless
Comments OffRoman’s Sculptures Corner Panel with Concealed Profile appears to be completely frameless. The wetroom panel is designed so the profile is completely recessed into the wall and only the glass is visible, which makes the panel appear to float.
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Existing buildings should be using advanced heating, cooling and ventilation energy-saving equipment
Comments OffMitsubishi Electric wants to focus attention on the need to upgrade existing buildings using the energy-saving potential of advanced heating, cooling, ventilation and power generating equipment.
The company used its appearance at the recent Ecobui [mo…
New Welsh sprinkler legislation set to bring in more work for plumbers
Comments OffWales is the first country to require sprinklers to be fitted in residential properties. If Welsh plumbers can make the scheme cost effective as well as life-saving it may set a precedent for the rest of the UK and beyond.
Changes in Welsh buildin [mo…
Kyma bathroom cabinet can suit any décor with 25 high gloss or satin matt colour options and 3 genuine wood veneers
Comments OffDecotec’ Kyma bathroom cabinet makes use of clean lines to create a simple yet elegant frame suitable for any space. The subtle edging of the cabinet houses discreet lighting to provide illumination. Offering versatility to the consumer, there are st […
Stormsaver to supply a 40,000 litre rainwater harvesting system to the University of Durham
Comments OffThe University of Durham’s Gateway project is the latest phase in the university’s GBP60m ongoing re-development programme, which will provide environmentally sustainable, fit-for-purpose facilities. The 20,000m2 Gateway development will see the const…
Ellis lightweight aluminium radiators add a touch of style to any interior
Comments OffAluminium radiators have high outputs, low water content and efficient heat transfer into the room which makes them well suited for low temperature heating systems such as heat pumps. Aluminium’s unique properties also allow it to be extruded into co […
InvisibleAC systems provide heating, cooling and ventilation to individual rooms in Wandsworth Council’s offices
Comments OffOffices in in Putney Bridge Road have been acquired by Wandsworth Council for administration staff. They have been refurbished to accommodate a mixture of open plan and individual offices.
Invisible.AC small duct HVAC air conditioning systems hav [mo…
Green Investment Bank welcomed by Plumb Center
Comments OffPlumb Center has welcomed the announcement by George Osborne of an additional GBP2bn for the Green Investment Bank – a big advance on the GBP1bn initial figure being proposed last year. The Chancellor also announced that the bank will be able to beg…
Great potential for bathroom furniture for the RMI and new build markets
Comments OffAccording to a recent Ellis Furniture poll of more than 7,000 consumers, although most do not have bathroom furniture, they would like to have it.
Of those who took part in the research, 35.6% said they could not live without bathroom furniture an [mo…
Mereway Kitchens’ new hinge enables greater soft close adjustment regardless of front weight or closing speed
Comments OffMereway Kitchens have started to introduced a new all-metal, nickel plated hinge for their cabinetry featuring integrated Blumotion with a deactivation facility. This new hinge enables greater soft close adjustment, regardless of front weight or clos […
Two new publications provide information on Polypipe Terrain’s Terrain Fuze and Terrain Firetrap
Comments OffPolypipe Terrain has released two new publications, which provide information on Terrain Fuze and Terrain Firetrap – the company’s recently introduced product ranges. A comprehensive technical manual gives full specification details for Terrain Fuze, […
WoodMaster furnaces are cleanest outdoor wood-fired hydronic heaters
Comments OffAccording to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tests, the two cleanest outdoor wood-fired hydronic heaters are WoodMaster furnaces from Northwest Manufacturing. Topping the list is the WoodMaster Flex Fuel 30 kW indoor/outdoor furnace, with […
Gas Safety Trust funds seminars designed to reduce carbon monoxide poisoning in the UK
Comments OffThe Gas Safety Trust has agreed to fund a series of free seminars delivered by CORGI Technical Services Limited. These will be aimed at a wide range of gas/fossil fuel associations and organisations, including housing professionals working with the […
Teka’s new flush-fit gas hob can be used with both natural gas and LPG
Comments OffTeka’s new flush-fit gas hob blends almost seamlessly with the worktop, creating the type of low profile appliance that is much favoured by modern kitchen designers.
The new Teka flush-fit gas hob can be used with both natural gas and LPG and feat [mo…