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R-dme - An energy source for the near future
Chris Goggin explains the relevance and value of rDME for sustaining rural businesses. r-DME offers operational and ecological benefits as an alternative fuel source for off-grid businesses that require practical, economical and technically feasibility heating and hot water solutions. To find out more about future energies and policy join or free newsletter https://www.rinnai-uk.co.uk/contact-us/newsletter-sign As a new era of energy production, distribution and consumption h


Daikin UK launches Sky Air Summer special
Daikin UK is giving registered ProShop customers 10% extra off Sky Air units, grilles and controllers throughout June, as part of a three-week trade promotion running from 1 to 21 June 2026. The discount applies to orders placed through ProShop using the code SUMMER10 at checkout. It stacks on top of existing ProShop discounts, so eligible customers will see the saving applied in addition to their standard pricing. The promotion covers Daikin Sky Air outdoor and indoor units,


Vent-Axia welcomes the Future Homes Standard
Ventilation manufacturer, Vent-Axia. has welcomed the Future Homes Standard, alongside the publication of new Approved Document Part F (Means of Ventilation) of the Building Regulations, and Part L (Conservation of Fuel and Power), as “a significant step on the road to Net Zero.” The Future Homes Standard is expected to deliver homes that produce 75-80% fewer carbon emissions compared to 2013 standards, representing a major shift in how new homes are built. However, as build


Heat pumps without the headache
Rinnai Director, Chris Goggin, establishes the importance of heat pump system congruity and the different methods of measurement that reveal heat pump performance. This article will explain two relevant questions: Why is heat pump system and component harmony vital towards customer understanding of system performance? And what are the separate metrics used to provide an accurate representation of system performance? Once a UK customer of decarbonising technology decides to in


Ideal Commercial Heating's ECOMOD range expands with new 65kw model
Building on the success of its ECOMOD 290HT natural refrigerant commercial heat pumps, Ideal Commercial Heating has expanded the range to include a 65kW model to meet demand for higher output systems. This takes the ECOMOD 290HT range to four chassis sizes and six available outputs, from 15kW to 65kW. ECOMOD 290HT monobloc air source heat pumps have an exceptionally low global warming potential (GWP) of just three, thanks to the use of R290 natural refrigerant. The lower t


Vent-Axia’s Sentinel Apex chosen for Carmarthen Health and Wellbeing Hwb Project
Vent-Axia’s award-winning Sentinel Apex units have been specified for the landmark Carmarthen Health and Wellbeing Hwb project, delivering energy-efficient ventilation to this transformative multi-million-pound development. The 245,000 sq ft scheme is repurposing the former Carmarthen Debenhams building into a Health and Wellbeing Hub. The new hub will offer a range of services including public healthcare, a Customer Service Hwb, and new 24-hour Actif gym. Other facilities wi


Breathing Buildings Celebrates 20th anniversary
Breathing Buildings, the pioneer of hybrid ventilation systems, is celebrating its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of innovation, growth and low-energy ventilation leadership. Founded in 2006 as a spin-out from the University of Cambridge, the company has evolved from a research-led start-up into a recognised leader in sustainable ventilation, delivering award-winning natural, hybrid and mechanical ventilation solutions across education, commercial and public sector bui


New Daikin sustainable home centre opens
Daikin is excited to announce the grand opening of its new Sustainable Home Centre in Darlington. Darlington-based DPH is a family-owned plumbing and building merchant established in 2008, with over 35 years of combined experience in the plumbing and heating industry. Following a major upscaling of its premises and the creation of the 4D Centre two years ago, it has now evolved into a full Sustainable Home Centre. The partnership brings together Daikin’s market-leading low-ca


High temperature heat pumps: The key to non-disruptive retrofits
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


Skills shortages affecting the UK & global HVAC market
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


Visit the SFA Saniflo and Kinedo stand at the NEC
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


Rinnai in Malta - Quality products and service, first time, every time
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


E-methane: What it is - and will it become UK & EU market relevant?
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


Future role of gas? The Rinnai survey says...
Rinnai marketeer, Beckie Lam, presents the results of a representational survey of HVAC industry consultants & contractors on the subject of “The Future Role of Gas in UK Heating and Hot Water.” From this survey are findings on current confidence - or lack off – on the role of Natural Gas regarding future technologies and practises. For free policy, opinion pieces, and more sign up for the free Rinnai newsletter today - https://www.rinnai-uk.co.uk/contact-us/newsletter-sign


The impact of current geopolitics
Rinnai Director, Chris Goggin, examines the impact of current geopolitics to the UK customer. Since the current Middle Eastern conflict began, costs have risen and are expected to rise and UK domestic energy security is again a debated topic of public interest. Conflict in the oilfields of the Middle East will have a greater impact than desired with this being the second time in four years that fossil fuels have been weaponised due to military actions. And once again, cu
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