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Boilers – are two or more better than one?
Although a single appliance is the most frequently chosen option, large dwellings or commercial premises often benefit from having two or more smaller appliances.
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Registrations hit four year high as CPS celebrates 15th anniversary
OFTEC has marked the 15th anniversary of its industry recognised Competent Persons Scheme with the news that registration numbers have hit the highest level since 2013.
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When is a fire barrier required?
Contrary to general opinion, a fire barrier is not there to stop an oil tank fire spreading to a neighbouring building or adjacent boundary but ...
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Introducing OFTEC’s vision for the future of off-grid domestic heating…
As reported in the last issue of Oil Installer, OFTEC’s vision document is designed to influence government policy at a time when the Department ...
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Life on Worcester’s production line… Neil and Peter build their boilers
Peter Clayton of Oil Installer with the result of his “Build a Boiler” day at Clay Cross
A lucky installer and a representative of Oil ...
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James serves a niche market – and looks forward to a prosperous future for oil
Because of his rural catchment area, ten years ago James Mead saw a gap in the market for a professional installation and maintenance business, specialising ...
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Find Worcester on Facebook
Worcester Bosch Group has launched a new Facebook page.
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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 ...
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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 ...
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Underground oil storage
The problems of underground oil storage.
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New ‘Boris Boilers’ cashback scheme to help reduce energy bills
Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has launched London’s first boiler cashback scheme, which will help home owners and landlords replace their old boilers with ...
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Grant introduces ‘blue flame’ technology to its Vortex range
An internal view of the Grant Vortex Pro combi boiler
For over two years, Grant’s R&D team has been busy developing and ...
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Concerns over VAT hike on renewables
Julia Evans, chief executive, BSRIA
The Building Services Research and Information Association (BSRIA) is concerned about the possible outcome of a government consultation in which ...
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January cheer as oil prices fall to 10 year low
The Federation of Petroleum Suppliers (FPS) says the price of heating oil has dropped to a ten year low for the 1.5m homes across the ...
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Hitachi launches cordless multi tool
Hitachi Power Tools has launched its 18V CV18DBL/W4 Multi Tool with a super-efficient brushless motor. Cordless and with a compact body, it has ...