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Non-branded accumulators installed on mains fed systems break GAH patent

The patented water control Dualstream system from GAH Heating uses accumulator technology to stabilise poor flow rates and pressure fluctuations which can compromise showers, mains fed fittings and cold supplies to unvented cylinders and combination boilers. Comprising of an patented action diaphragm accumulator and a stainless steel unvented cylinder which link together, the Dualstream system provides maximum performance of the hot and cold o... [more]

Vertical air flue system for multi-storey buildings incorporated into British Standards

British Standard BS 5440 advises engineers on the specification for installation of gas appliances to chimneys and for maintenance of chimneys. This includes the selection of appropriate flue options for gas appliances in the UK as well as requirements for the installation of gas appliances to new and existing chimneys or chimney configurations. BSI British Standards undertook the revision of BS 5440-1:2008 Flueing and ventilation for gas app... [more]

Builders should check the claimed thermal performance of multi-foil roof insulation

Builders and contractors using multi-foil roof insulation remain at risk of failing to meet Building Control energy efficiency requirements and being denied an Energy Label if they rely on some manufacturers’ claimed “R” values from non-standard tests, Building Control guidance is warning. The revised Technical Guidance Note from Local Authority Building Control (LABC) has once again raised concerns about the claimed thermal performance of mul... [more]

Waterwise Marque awarded to ten new water saving devices

Waterwise has announced ten new water saving devices which have been awarded the Waterwise Marque. The new products bring the total number of Waterwise Marque products to 25 across a broad range of products for saving water indoors and outdoors. The Waterwise Marque helps buyers make more informed choices on which water using products to purchase. The new range now includes water efficient showerheads, drought resistant turf, waterless urina... [more]

Bathroom Manufacturers Association provides training module on Basics of Competition Law

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.... [more]

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