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Welsh businesses urged to get ready ahead of new tank regulations
New regulations from Natural Resources Wales, due to come into force in March 2020, will mean that all above-ground tanks in excess of 200 litres, used to ...
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Insight
A good starting point
Invited to see a biofuelled oil boiler in action by Worcester Bosch, Oil Installer’s editor, Jane Raphael and deputy editor, Peter Clayton were very ...
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Integrally fire rated tanks – frequently asked questions
Every oil tank installer knows that finding a suitable location for an oil tank can be challenging.
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At last – an oil tank insurance policy for homeowners
Oil Spill Insurance is launching HomeSpill, a stand-alone oil tank insurance policy
Opinion
It’s better bunded……
See how your business could benefit from the opportunities/rewards available for installers of bunded tanks.
Opinion
The future of liquid fuels in Ireland
By David Blevings, OFTEC Ireland Manager – There are around 1.2million oil-fired homes in Ireland and the market and legislative framework is different to that operating ...
Insight
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 ...