Now is the time to take action now to reduce winter heating bills
Comments OffSeveral of the largest energy suppliers have already announced massive price hikes with more expected before the colder weather arrives in autumn. With analysts predicting that the cost of heating our homes is set to rise dramatically, OFTEC is advis […
Silavent low Watt fans use 70 percent less power than conventional fans
Comments OffFollowing its acquisition of the Silavent brand last year, Polypipe Ventilation has launched a new range of low Watt centrifugal bathroom extract fans.
The new competitively priced Silavent low Watt fans use an incredible 70% less power than conve [mo…
Feed-in Tariff funding for photovoltaic installations should be protected
Comments OffWhen FiTs were announced in 2010 a fund of GBP900m was made available. A 10 per cent reduction in the funding for 2014-15 has already been announced as part of last year’s wide-ranging spending review.
Further cuts were recently announced to the Fe …
Baxi Megaflo Compact System boilers work at the optimum setting at all times
Comments OffThe next generation of the Baxi Megaflo Compact System range of boilers now features the ‘THINK’ combustion management system with Gas Adaptive Control.
The Baxi Megaflo Compact now boasts an increased choice of outputs 12, 15, 18, 24, 28 and 32 [mo…
Check your drains this summer
Comments OffThe summer growing season may be good for the garden but, below ground, the roots that support the new growth can play havoc with drains and sewers, penetrating pipes and causing blockages. As a householder, if the blockage is within the boundary of […
Dimplex EC-Eau hot water cylinders incorporate energy-saving design features
Comments OffUnvented cylinders provide mains pressure hot water for fast-filling baths and powerful showers, and give a simultaneous supply to all bathrooms and other domestic appliances. With no need for a cold water storage tank, valuable living space is freed […
Free pallet of wood pellets with Rika stove
Comments OffEuroheat is now supplying a whole pallet of wood pellets (worth GBP212) with the purchase of any pellet burning stove from its Rika range. A pallet of pellets will be delivered with every purchase of a Rika pellet burning stove, with five beautifully …
Rangecookers Select 100df features a five-burner hotplate, a 61 litre main oven and a 35 litre second oven
Comments OffRangecookers has announced the arrival of the Rangecookers Select 100df, a 100cm wide model, which the online retailer of range cookers believes will prove just as popular as the Rangecookers Select 90df and Select 90ec.
The Rangecookers Select 10 [mo…
New Baxi boiler range with Think technology will drive reliability, efficiency and cost savings
Comments OffBaxi’s CEO Mark Kelly explains why this is the perfect time to launch new, ground-breaking technology and introduces the range.
Like the rest of the heating industry, we are facing economic, environmental, legislative and political issues which w [mo…
The Blade in Reading enjoys energy savings with Raychem’s hot water temperature maintenance system
Comments OffBordered by the revitalised Holy Brook waterway to the South with its newly landscaped walkway, the Blade in Reading complements the regeneration of Forbury Square and provides spectacular views across the city at every level. Rising 128m above the R […
Free online courses on Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Fundamentals from elearning
Comments Offelearning-training’s courses offer an opportunity for engineer’s personal and professional development as the CPD certificates obtained on successful completion of the courses can be submitted to their respective Institutions for membership registrat […
Protecting heating oil tanks from theft
Comments OffMany thousands pounds worth of fuel has been stolen over the past few months. The sharp rise in the number of thefts of heating oil has prompted a security warning to home and business owners across the UK. Heating oil users should make sure their t […
Methven UK launches 50 new Deva products
Comments OffMethven UK has launched 50 new Deva products and published a new trade catalogue and a new retail brochure. This year, there are more new products than previous years and many designs are unique to Deva, with the emphasis on high quality, ‘own stable […
Smartzone highly efficient pumps for heating and air conditioning meet the requirements of new European eco-design directive
Comments OffThe regulation for circulation pumps under the European eco-design directive means the majority of wet rotor circulation pumps for heating and air conditioning currently available on the market will soon be prohibited from use. From 2013, the directi […
Growing number of misleading five-year boiler warranties
Comments OffHome owners should beware of the growing number of misleading warranties, as more and more boiler manufacturers continue to woo homeowners and installers with free extended warranties that cover parts and labour for up to five years.
Managing Dire [mo…
Special online promotion on emergency earthquake shutoff valves
Comments OffFast Response Plumbing & Rooter is a San Francisco plumber that specializes in residential and commercial plumbing services throughout the San Francisco and San Mateo areas. Fast Response Plumbing & Rooter is now offering a special on emergency earth […
Thermostatic mixing valves can prevent hot water tragedies
Comments OffSince 2010 there has been a legal requirement in England and Wales (Scotland since 2006) to limit bathing outlet temperatures in new dwellings to 48⁰C. The British Burns Association recommends bathing temperatures for children should be 37-37.5 […
Free Terrain Technical Bulletins from Polypipe Terrain
Comments OffPolypipe Terrain is inviting customers to sign up for its new series of free Terrain Technical Bulletins. These monthly Bulletins have been designed to provide clear and accurate guidance on various key topics such as design considerations, installat […
Panacea bathroom mixers combine European design with stylish functionality
Comments OffPegler Yorkshire has launched the Panacea range of mixers. Named after the Greek goddess of healing, it boasts a distinctly European vogue, to deliver a design and a look that is new to the UK market. Yet despite its design, Panacea still retains a s […