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Cutting energy consumption is a simple step to lower household bills and a smaller carbon footprint. ‘Tagging on a Tadpole’ between the boiler and pump of a central heating system is one practical solution on both counts, as revealed in a new report.
The small Tadpole unit works on the simplest of principles and can be fitted to most gas, electric or oil central heating systems. By removing dissolved air in central heating systems, the Tadpole enables the water to reach higher temperatures mu... [more]
If the bathroom industry is to uphold a good reputation, we can’t ever risk falling foul of the competition law and coming under scrutiny by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) in the same way that 112 construction firms in England have recently for allegedly engaging in bid rigging and cover pricing activity.
Open and healthy competition is good both for consumers and for businesses. If firms compete on a level playing field, they will flourish. In turn, consumers are more likely to pay lower p... [more]
The Oil Firing Technical Association (OFTEC) has added new categories to it’s Awards for Excellence. New for 2008, OFTEC is looking for the most green initiative of the year. The category is open to entries from OFTEC member companies who have come up with environmentally friendly products or services for the oil heating and cooking industry.
OFTEC Director General, Jeremy Hawksley, said ‘we feel it’s time for a change, and in particular the green initiative award reflects the move towards mo... [more]
A barn conversion project which featured on "Build a New Life in the Country", Channel Five’s television programme, is home to a Dualstream water control system from GAH Heating.
It took 12 months to convert the barn in Happisburgh, North Norfolk, from a shell into a living space, with a TV camera crew following the work from day one. Anticipating several relatives and guests who would regularly stay at the barn on completion, homeowners Steve and Lorraine Kinsey were worried about their wat... [more]
OFTEC Regional Inspectors play a pivotal role in the OFTEC Registration Scheme by providing Registered Technicians with personal contact from OFTEC. They also receive and collate feedback from field experiences to help OFTEC and industry stakeholders in suggesting improvements for the oil heating and cooking sector.
OFTEC have announced the appointment of two new Regional Inspectors to enhance their already established team.
Andy Kilby is joining the OFTEC Inspectorate operating in the Gl... [more]
According to figures from OFGEM and the Centre for Sustainable Energy, an average household emits 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year from a gas ‘space and water’ central heating system and improving efficiency by 30% could reduce this by almost one tonne per year. If just 10% of the 13 million UK homeowners with a gas boiler heating system improved efficiency by 30% the net reduction of CO2 emissions could be over 1.25 million tonnes a year.
61-year old Stan Whetstone of Barlby North Yorkshire left ... [more]
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