News
New low flow temperature heating CPD
A new CPD seminar: ‘Emitters: considerations for low flow temperature heating’ has been launched by Jaga UK.
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Insight
Important! Approved Document Part L 2022 – Wales
The Welsh Government has published a new version of ‘Approved Document Part L Volume 1 – Dwellings’ (ADL) that will affect all installers of heating equipment in Wales. This document details significant new requirements to ensure decarbonisation through energy efficiency. The document is free and is a must-have for all installers in Wales.
Insight
Solid fuel hearths – boundary issues
The purpose of a hearth is to provide a safe area around a combustion appliance to prevent the appliance setting fire to building fabric, furnishings and limit risk to persons in close proximity This area of a hearth’s surface separates and protects floor and room contents from radiated heat and falling embers.
Insight
Stream video to OFTEC’s technical team using ResponsEye
Wouldn’t it be easier to show OFTEC’s technical team what you’re seeing, rather than trying to explain it on the phone?
Insight
Building regulations: what the L changes in June?
What heating engineers need to know about important new changes to building regulations
Technical notices – red diesel reform updates
OFTEC technical notice addresses red diesel reform
Opinion
What MCS-certified installers need to know about the Heat and Buildings Strategy
Ian Rippin, CEO of MCS explores what the government’s Heat and Buildings strategy means for MCS-certified installers across the country.
Opinion
Fuel additives – is there a Marmite factor?
Neil Ryding, managing director of Fuel Additive Science Technologies Ltd., shares his opinions with Oil Installer readers…
News
Grant announces series of technical evenings
Grant UK will be hosting a series of technical evenings, commencing in May, at venues throughout the UK. The events will enable installers to learn more about the latest Grant products in both the oil fired and renewables sector.
News
Help OFTEC develop app for control documentation and technical book
Many heating businesses now use smart phones and tablets as part of their daily work, whether to schedule customer appointments, download product support manuals, and even perform heat loss calculations for boiler sizing via a purpose-built application (app).
News
HETAS LIVE! back by popular demand
Back by popular demand, the next HETAS Live! roadshow has been confirmed for Tuesday 22nd March in Elland, West Yorkshire. HETAS Live! is a free event for anyone interested in the solid fuel and biomass sector and for industry professionals looking to expand their skill set.
News
SOS upgrades Ultimate Suction Pump
Combustion technician Jamie Pearce (left), with Stuart Bratt of Specific Oil Solutions
Specific Oil Solutions have upgraded their “Ultimate” Liquid Suction Pump after seven successful years on the market. Amongst the upgrades are new labelling and a purpose made, highly durable suction hose assembly.
News
Trade Talk events tour the UK
Plumb and Parts Center have announced the dates and locations for the Trade Talk 2016 UK tour.
News
Ten tips to boost your business this spring…
Bruce Allen, CEO of HETAS
Traditionally, spring can be a quieter time for heating installers. However, these months can serve as a great time to work on all the things that were put off during peak heating season. Bruce Allen, CEO of HETAS, shares his top ten tips on how installers can use this time to boost their businesses.
News
Worcester hunts for the nation’s best installer vans
Does your van turn heads? If so, Worcester wants to know!
Worcester, Bosch Group, is asking installers and tradesmen to take to social media to help them showcase the UK’s best vans.