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F99000MP dishwasher: AEG-Electrolux redesigns dishwasher to provided more loadable volume to fit big dishes and larger plates

(10/03/2010)

The industry standard for dishwasher “settings” was created back in the 70s and until now has remained the same, even though we demand so much more from our dishwasher today. The dishwashers industry standard “settings” is: 1 dinner plate, 1 soup plate, 1 dessert plate, 1 cup, 1 saucer, 1 glass, 1 fork, 1 soup spoon, 1 knife, 1 tea spoon, 1 dessert spoon. It doesn’t include pots and pans, salad bowls or serving dishes. And it only allows for plate sizes up to 26cm diameter. So until now it i... [more]

Frost Stat: Spelsberg releases IP65 HT Series thermostats for trace heating and frost protection applications

(04/03/2010)

Spelsberg’s new IP65 HT Series for trace heating and frost protection applications comes ready-assembled off-the-shelf saving installer’s time and money in specifying and assembly. The HT Series incorporates tough TK enclosures and versatile RK DIN rail terminals and there is the option of bespoke units, providing a flexible solution for a range of application areas. Maintenance Engineers, process companies and building services providers can reduce the overall cost and complexity of tempera... [more]

Fibrecity: Fibrecity to roll out water meters to households

(02/03/2010)

An independent review conducted last year recommended an approach that will see water meters in homes rise from 35% to 80% by 2020. i3 Group has announced that it proposes to install water meters as part of its strategy to utilise its Fibrecity networks to help households become more cost effective and energy efficient. To support this Fibrecity Holdings plans to roll out water meters to households, starting with Bournemouth, via its Fibre to the Home (FTTH) connections which will allow the ... [more]

Flushed With Pride: The Story of Thomas Crapper traces the story of the development of the modern water closet

(25/02/2010)

Thomas Crapper, the Victorian plumber and sanitaryware manufacturer whose name has become synonymous with the water closet, is commemorated in a new edition of Flushed With Pride: The Story of Thomas Crapper to mark the centenary of his death on 27 January 1910. Although the founder of the Thomas Crapper company did not actually invent the toilet he did much to popularise it. Based in Chelsea, he opened the world’s first bathroom showroom in the 1870s and was soon invited by the Prince of Wal... [more]

F-gas: Advanced Engineering AC Pro reporting sheets help engineers to stay within the law

(22/02/2010)

Advanced Engineering has launched three new additions to its AC Pro documentation range, helping engineers to stay within the law using simple checkboxes and labels. The AC Pro range of reporting sheets was an instant success when introduced in 2008, making it easier to follow complex service, breakdown, installation and commission regulations, such as F-gas. They were such a hit that engineers began to request further versions for different applications. Advanced has now responded by introdu... [more]

Fireplace Solutions: Hot designs in fires and surrounds from BCG

(19/01/2010)

For all the hottest designs in the fires and surrounds market, BCG is the place to go. With more ranges than ever before, from the very latest hang-on-the-wall electric fires to the more traditional solid fuel stoves, customers will be able to find a fire to suit any style of living space. The full range is showcased in Fireplace Solutions – a hot new guide packed full of fires and surrounds from the leading brands in the industry. The glossy brochure presents the latest beautiful collections... [more]