Rinnai’s Head of Technical, Pete Seddon, discusses how high temperature heat pumps can be considered a vital innovation in relation to the reduction of on-site disruption to a UK customer. Heat pumps have been identified as a tool of decarbonisation and installations are becoming more common in domestic and commercial applications. Find out how investing in a high temperature heat pump can minimise on-site disruption during installation. Heat pumps are a key element in the

Futurebuild 2026 (12-14 May, Excel London) is bringing together an impressive cohort of Innovation Partners to showcase the technologies, materials and solutions shaping a more resilient built and natural environment. The Innovation Trail featuring Anzen, ZapCarbon, Dimplex, 7 Steel UK, The Concrete Centre and Qvantum UK is addressing some of the sector’s most pressing challenges - from ingenious retrofit solutions to circular material strategies and smarter building technolo

Rinnai’s Operations Director Chris Goggin revisits the skills shortage problem that is permeating throughout the UK and international HVAC industry. This article will look at the root causes and what action the UK government is implementing as a solution. One of the primary long-term issues affecting the UK HVAC industry is a skills shortage in the arena of low carbon technology installation. What are the reasons behind this global problem and what are the solutions? A global

Ravago Building Solutions, a UK manufacturer of extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation, has been assessed as conforming with the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) for its entire Ravatherm XPS X construction product range.

Leviat is co-hosting a panel discussion, Inside the Wall: Delivering Safe, Compliant Masonry Facades for High-Rise Housing , at London UK Construction Week (UKCW) on Tuesday 12th May, alongside passive fire solutions specialist Siderise and clay brick innovator Ibstock. Jonathan Vaughan, Technical Manager – Masonry, Leviat This bespoke session will bring together leading voices from across the construction supply chain to tackle critical challenges of delivering safe, comp

Purplex Marketing, the agency in the glazing and construction sectors, has announced a new live business growth webinar aimed at business owners and directors across the construction, building products and wider built environment sectors. Led by Purplex CEO and founder Andrew Scott , the webinar will take place on Wednesday 22nd April at 11am and follows a run of well-attended and widely praised sessions that have drawn hundreds of participants from across the home improvem

FireAngel will return to The Fire Safety Event 2026 at Birmingham’s NEC from 28-30 April, showcasing its comprehensive range of fire and CO safety solutions alongside an expanded suite of support services designed to help installers, wholesalers and housing providers navigate an increasingly compliance-driven landscape. Located in Hall 4, stand 4/C52, visitors to the FireAngel stand will be able to view its established portfolio of mains and battery-powered smoke, heat and

There’s no doubt that for many brands in the plumbing, bathroom and kitchen sectors, the Installer Show has been one of the key events of the past few years. And that is certainly the case for Saniflo. With 40,000 plus visitors over 3 days in 2025 – and more anticipated this year - it provides a perfect showcase to a highly relevant and engaged audience. As such, the company is pleased to confirm its presence for the 2026 event. Saniflo will be located on stand 4F22 right i

Energy Savings Solutions of Malta, headed by Franco Bileci, the sole suppliers of Rinnai heating & continuous flow hot water heating products, are approaching their 20 th anniversary of successful trading on this jewelled island. In that time, the company has supplied and installed products and systems to thousands of sites, in domestic homes and also in all types of commercial sites such as hotels, holiday homes & villas, healthcare and nursing homes. Energy Savings Solutio

Steel window and door manufacturer Crittall Windows has announced that its groundbreaking W20 TE system now represents almost a third of all consumer orders. This marks a significant shift in homeowner demand towards higher performing steel glazing that comes with a much admired and sought-after brand name. The growth of W20 TE reflects a trend towards steel windows and doors that retain slender profiles associated with traditional Crittall designs, while meeting modern expec

Chris Goggin explains what E-methane is, how it is produced and its potential relevance inside the UK alternative gasses market. An informed synopsis of the progress that e-methane is making in becoming relevant will be used to highlight how e-methane can contribute towards carbon reduction aims. A range of alternative energies that include renewables, hydrogen and clean electrification can potentially replace fossil fuels in UK and EU grid systems. E-Methane is a relativel

Following three years of trading in the UK, bathroom manufacturer, SONAS Bathrooms , has reinforced its commitment to the UK market with the opening of a distribution centre based in Redditch, West Midlands scheduled for August 2026. The new facility will support SONAS’ growing UK customer base, which has expanded since the company entered the market in 2023, bringing its products closer than ever. This bricks-and-mortar investment represents the next phase in SONAS’ str

Sternfenster has strengthened its position as a forward‑thinking UK fabricator by integrating Sense by MACO, the smart window and door sensor technology, across its product portfolio. The move reinforces a 16‑year partnership between the two companies and positions installers to meet growing homeowner demand for smart home capability. For Sternfenster, the decision reflects a strategic commitment to innovation and a continuation of its mission to deliver high‑quality, future‑

The P & M Group has announced the acquisition of Bradford-based HBCL Coldstores, marking a significant strengthening of the company’s presence in the North of England. Left to right – Adrian Smith, managing director of ISD Solutions; Andy Moon, chairman of The P & M Group; Tony Wall, managing director of The P & M Group; managing director of HBCL Craig Lovett and his wife and company director Caroline. The acquisition of HBCL is part of continued and rapid growth at the cold

ASSA ABLOY and Lorient are delighted to return to the UK’s fastest-growing fire safety exhibition,The Fire Safety Event, taking place at the NEC, Birmingham, from 28–30 April 2026. Located at stand 4/G50, these industry leaders will present a comprehensive range of complete fire door systems. Spanning an impressive 84 sqm, the stand will demonstrate the critical role that door hardware and intumescent sealing systems play in passive fire protection, showcasing how correctly s