Archived articles - Plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning 
Coolpower launches EMMA energy and micro-generator controller
To date, an average of 50 per cent of what is generated by a micro-generator is uncontrollably exported to the grid due to the unavailability of a smart energy management device that can manage and match energy supply and demand in any household. Coolpower Products Ltd. has launched a technology solution for the UK market, that will provide a smart energy management device for both domestic and commercial buildings, that more effectively manages the energy output of grid-connected micro-generators (e.g. solar panels, micro wind and hydro turbines). The new Energy and Micro-generator Manage... [more]
AEG-Electrolux redesigns dishwasher to provided more loadable volume to fit big dishes and larger plates
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 is assumed that we all have the standard load of the seventies place settings – dinner plates, side p... [more]
Southampton franchisee of Drain Doctor Plumbing completes the company's one millionth job
The Southampton franchisee of Drain Doctor Plumbing has completed the national company’s one millionth job after being called out to unblock a WC for a customer in Hedge End, Hampshire. As a result, a Hampshire couple is set to enjoy a luxury holiday. The momentous Drain Doctor milestone was reached earlier this month when the Drain Doctor Southampton franchise was called to the home of Mr and Mrs Perkis to deal with a blocked lavatory. Allan Rook, the franchisee for Southampton, said: “We were called out to fix a blocked WC in the couple’s home. I sent one of our technicians, Paul Kay, ... [more]
Seven of the 17 deaths caused by CO associated with gas cooker appliances
According to the latest report form The Corgi Trust, gas cookers significantly contributed to a rise in fatalities caused by Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning across Great Britain from 1 July 2008 to 30th June 2009. Seven of the 17 deaths caused by CO were associated with cooker appliances, the highest number since 2000/1. Four of the seven deaths were linked with enclosed grill models that did not have automatic shut-off valves, which activate when the grill is used incorrectly with the grill door shut. In contrast, the report also identifies gas cookers left on and open for prolonged peri... [more]
