Plumbing & HVAC industry news articles 
Home insulation is the most effective method of saving money on domestic energy bills
The National Insulation Association urge householders to insulate without delay. This comes following recent gas prices increases, which some commentators have noted that they were the “biggest energy price rise in history” ahd which have brought an additional million people into fuel poverty. Energy Minister, Malcolm Wicks MP, advised householders to alleviate the effects of such price rises by having professionally installed insulation fitte... [more]
French apprentice plumber get work placement with Inspace Partnerships
As part of a major international work placement scheme happening in South Yorkshire, Inspace Partnerships in Barnsley has welcomed French apprentice plumber Julien Bracke to the company. Eighteen year old Julien from Paris will spend two weeks at Inspace work shadowing professional plumbers and gas engineers, gaining experience in day to day repairs, kitchen and shower installations and gas fitting, including boilers, radiators and fires. T... [more]
Kopex Pipe-prep prevents the potential contamination of water supply pipes
It is important to ensure that materials that are used for plumbing installations and repairs, including materials and fittings, are of a suitable standard and are installed safely and correctly. For example, solder that is used for joining copper pipework together for central heating systems and gas supply pipework contains lead and cannot be used to join copper pipework intended for conveying hot and cold water - lead-free solder must be used... [more]
BMA reinstates its commitment to training through the Bathroom Academy
At the BMA's Eighth Annual General Meeting, Alan Brown, Director Twyford Bathrooms was re-elected as President for a second year of office with Steve Lee, Bristan Group and David Osborne, Roman Limited elected 1st and 2nd Vice Presidents respectively. Alan Brown stated in the Presidents Annual report that the BMA is developing in a vibrant and proactive way and thrives on being the lead organisation for the bathroom Industry, representing the ... [more]
Biasi UK strengthens its presence in the gas boilers, radiators and towel rails market
Biasi UK is poised to strengthen its presence in the market for gas boilers, radiators and towel rails. This follows the recent appointment of a new management team headed by Commercial Director, Paul Baxter and National Sales Manager, Melvin Hartley. In addition to strengthening the Biasi brand by promoting the newly adopted brand-positioning platform - Heating Made Simple - and driving forward the company’s one-stop-shop product offering, th... [more]
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