Heating industry failing to upskill workforce, suggests research

The UK’s heating industry has failed to train and upskill boiler installers to the standards required to fit modern condensing boilers, according to research by The Heating Hub

KNIPEX adds some cheer with advent calendar

Pliers specialist KNIPEX has announced plans to launch a new prize draw advent calendar on 1 December

Homeowners need reassurance for work during pandemic

Installers should reassure homeowners they are taking the essential steps to protect their health and safety, found new research by ATAG Heating

Installers urged to take advantage of grant extension

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed an extension of the £2bn Green Homes Grants to “help more households and tradespeople benefit, as Britain builds back greener from coronavirus”

Saniflo official spare parts website now live

Following consumer demand for an online source of spare parts, Saniflo has created an official spare parts e-commerce website

HHIC expands platform for future of UK heat

The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC) this week announced that emerging technologies have prompted a reorganisation of the HHIC industry working groups to provide a diverse platform for rigorous discussion on the future of UK heat

Tribute: Cecil Duckworth 1937-2020

Worcester Bosch founder Cecil Duckworth, who was suffering from cancer, passed away peacefully at his home last weekend (15 November).

Megaflo invites installers to #SpreadWarmth this Christmas

Heatrae Sadia’s hot water cylinder brand Megaflo has launched a Christmas campaign – asking people to share the ways they have helped to #SpreadWarmth this year

Ten-point green plan hailed as good news for heat pumps

The Heat Pump Association (HPA) has welcomed Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s plan for a “Green Industrial Revolution” this week

JTL links up with London college

Training provider JTL has partnered with London South East Colleges (LSEC) to provide a programme of traineeships in electrical and plumbing