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Total Dissolved Solids TDS: AquaKlear water conditioning unit reduces hard scale build up at Taipei hot spring spa

(17/06/2008)

Taipei in Taiwan benefits from a natural hot spring belt situated north of the city due to the island being located between an oceanic trench and volcanic system. This has proven to be a valuable resource for local residents, who utilise the source of hot water for everyday and leisure / spa usage. However, facilities staff at one of the newest housing developments have experienced severe scale build up due to the high levels of Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) in the water. The Tian Chuen Bui... [more]

Tadpole: Tadpole can reduce energy consumption by 15%

(29/05/2008)

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]

Thule Professional Conduit Box: Thule Supply Conduit for Success

(28/05/2008)

Thules have launched the innovative Conduit Box as part of their Professional Range of load carrier systems. The robustly designed, brushed stainless steel Thule Conduit Box is perfect for plumbing and heating professionals and is designed to ensure maximum durability and safety on the vehicle. Double openings ensure efficient and easy loading of pipes, tubes and conduits, whilst sturdy slam-locks come as standard to prevent theft. Peter Barker, UK General Manager at Thule said: “Thule Pr... [more]

TeploTie thermally insulating composite wall ties: TeploTie improves thermal efficiency of highly insulated cavity walls

(09/05/2008)

MagmaTech Ltd has developed a range of thermally insulating composite wall ties "TeploTie". The ties replace standard stainless steel wall ties which act as thermal bridges in cavity walls. TeploTie improves the U value of walls by up to 10% (the effect is even greater in wide cavity / highly insulated walls) and thereby reduces heat loss and energy wastage. TeploTie is currently being used in its first UK projects, which are utilising the thermally insulating properties of TeploTie to improv... [more]

Twister designer radiator: Aeon Radiator Heaven launches Twister designer radiator

(28/03/2008)

Aeon Radiator Heaven launched its Twister designer radiator. The nine flat fronted stainless steel tubes have been twisted along their entire 1.5 and 2 metre lengths, having been mirror polished on one side and finished in brushed satin effect on the other. Three Twister variants are available. Twister 360 features dual finish mirror and brushed stainless steel elements twisted through an entire 360 degrees while with Twister 180 the tubes are rotated through 180 degrees. The final design... [more]

thermeco high efficiency oil condensing boiler: GAH Heating launches external range of oil condensing boilers

(19/03/2008)

GAH Heating is expanding its thermeco brand of high efficiency oil condensing boilers with the launch of an external range. The wall mounted thermeco is available in 12/16 or 16/25 models and boasts outputs of 40-55,000 BTU per hour and 55-85,000 BTU/hr respectively. The floor standing model in 12/24 offers 40-80,000 BTU/hr whilst the 24/30 provides 80-100,000 BTU/hr. The SEDBUK A rated appliances comply with Part L of the Building Regulations and boast an extensive range of round telesco... [more]