Check valves and non-return valves
The Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) point out the main differences
Alpha Heating kits out college course
Walsall College has created a new plumbing and heating provision for adult and apprenticeship programmes, with Alpha Heating Innovation’s boilers taking pride of place.
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
Upgrading a heating system – part one
HPM technical expert John Love discusses the role of system cleansing while upgrading existing heating systems
HHIC launches TRV guide for consumers
To help consumers understand the benefits of installing TRVs and the technology they use to achieve energy efficiency, the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council, HHIC, has created a ‘Consumer Guide to Thermostatic Radiator Valves’
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.
APHC offering 100 training rewards this year
The Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors has announced it will give away 100 training rewards worth £150 in 2020
Gas App UK now free after Wolseley sponsorship deal
Wolseley said it has enabled all registered Gas Safe engineers to use Gas App free of charge as part of a new sponsorship package
HHIC responds to Building Regs consultation
A review of Building Regulations has been described as “well overdue” by the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council, HHIC, as it responded to The Future Homes Standard 2019 Consultation on changes to Part L, conservation of fuel and power, and Part F, ventilation.
APHC & Travis Perkins plan regional workshops
The Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors (APHC) has teamed-up with Travis Perkins to schedule a series of free workshops across England and Wales.