Check valves and non-return valves
The Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) point out the main differences
The dangers of lead solder
Where the illegal use of lead based solder is found by water suppliers who enforce the Water Fittings Regulations, they will require the installation to be cleared of all joints containing lead solder at the installer's cost.
”Don’t be douche about douches”
“With the increasing popularity of hand-showers in the UK, it is vital installers know the risks of fitting a personal hygiene device incorrectly and how to prevent backsyphonage,” according to Gareth Harris, manager of Water Industry Approved Plumbers’ Scheme.
Get started with MCS recognised training from NIBE
Training hub sponsor NIBE's newly refurbished Training Centre in Chesterfield is now ready to provide you with best-in-class training on new and existing products
Altecnic releases two new issues of Idronics UK
Altecnic, the UK's leading supplier of hydronic solutions and part of the Caleffi Group, has released two new issues of ‘Idronics UK’, a technical publication for members of the plumbing and heating industry
ELCO provides heat pump CPD module
Leading manufacturer of commercial heating products ELCO Heating Solutions has introduced a new CIBSE-approved CPD module
New CIBSE accredited CPD Course launched by Nibe
Nibe Energy Systems has announced its team of renewable heating experts are now offering a CIBSE accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Course
Allowing for pipe expansion helps avoid leaks
HPM technical expert John Love explores the key considerations when designing or installing a piping system, in particular to allow for pipe expansion
Viewpoint: Consider more than carbon intensity
Martyn Bridges from Worcester Bosch digests a latest report calling for the end of gas-fired boilers.
Upgrading a heating system – part two
HPM technical expert John Love continues his mini-series of articles on the circumstances for changing to a sealed heating system