Something new is coming. Comfort is about to change. Ferroli UK is preparing to unveil a new renewable heating product on 1 November 2026. The launch comes after the Ferroli Group introduced its new brand identity on 15 September 2026, bringing a new logo, colour palette, typography, photography and tone of voice, together with the international claim “Feel well. Live inspired.” The new identity is already live across Ferroli’s digital channels at ferroli.com and will extend

While some areas of construction continue to face challenging market conditions, Deceuninck Commercial says schemes backed by long-term investors are maintaining momentum. Specify & Build reports. As the UK construction sector continues to be battered by strong headwinds, with a sluggish economy, bad weather and the fallout from the Iran conflict all taking their toll, many housebuilders have struggled to keep schemes viable. Fighting rising costs, economic uncertainty and su

Industry leaders from across the built environment will meet in London to discuss how existing buildings can be transformed to meet modern carbon reduction standards and support the UK’s transition to net zero. Mapped Out Media Limited is pleased to announce the first Round Table event, taking place at The Building Centre, London, on 8 September. The inaugural event will focus on one of the most significant challenges facing the built environment: “Retrofitting Britain – Tran

Metal Technology has become a trusted partner for certified Passive House facade systems in the UK and Ireland. Within the last four years, Metal Technology’s range has been specified on projects with a combined construction value exceeding £2.5 billion. These include the £120m St Columba’s RC High School and Woodmill High School at Dunfermline Learning Campus, the UK’s largest Passivhaus-certified education buildings. At Queen’s University in Belfast, the £35m Weaver’s Hall

Vent-Axia has delivered high-performance ventilation across Centre Court, Olympian’s purpose-built student accommodation development on Alfreton Road, Nottingham. The site consists of three buildings: The Alfreton Building, The Spine Building and The High Hurst Building. Built on the former Forest Mill site, which stood derelict for over a decade, the £120m scheme comprises 790 student beds and 19 affordable homes, supporting the regeneration of the area and meeting increasin

Rinnai Director Chris Goggin looks at and discusses the potential next generation of energy technology ideas and appliances that could deliver economic and efficient power to residential and commercial properties in the near future. New and original approaches will replace traditional and well referenced methods of heating and hot water provision. History is saturated with case histories of a process and pattern of technological replacements. Join the free Rinnai newsletter f

Saniflo has added the Saniboost Smart product to the Saniflo Clear Water portfolio. It is a variable speed, mains boosting pump that delivers high pressure and flow rates for mains-fed water systems, providing a solution to restrictive mains water pipes. It is designed to boost water flow up to 97 litres/min and pressure up to 5.5 Bar in mains fed systems to help overcome issues such as: • Low flow and/or pressure from outlets such as showers, taps, washing machines, dishwash

Daniel Boulton, Sales & Procurement Director at Clearwater Products, explains how ceramic sinks bring character to newbuilds. In newbuild housing, the most successful kitchen specifications combine buyer appeal with long-term practicality. Every element has to earn its place, not only in terms of how it looks on handover, but how it performs once the homeowner moves in. The sink is a perfect example. Used every day, highly visible and central to the way the kitchen functions,

West Fraser, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of engineered wood-based panel products, continues to strengthen support for architects through its high-performance, sustainably produced OSB, particleboard, and MDF solutions. These products, trusted across the UK construction sector, are designed to help architects meet modern building demands, enhance design flexibility, and achieve essential sustainability goals. At the core of West Fraser’s offering is its commitment

Deceuninck has launched a new CPD for architects and specifiers to explain the practical impact of the Future Homes Standard on window and door specification. While the headline u-value requirement for new build windows remains unchanged at 1.2W/m²K, the methodology used to assess compliance has shifted significantly. Instead of relying on a standard model window, performance is now assessed against the exact size and configuration of each individual window supplied. That

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

Fiona Keysell, Director of Consultancy, and Jim Howlett, Business Development Manager – Public Sector at RenEnergy UK, explore the importance of solar PV to creating a net-zero healthcare sector. NHS England spends £1.4 billion on energy, making it the single biggest user of energy in the public sector. With this demand only set to rise, the value of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems has become a strategic consideration for NHS estates as decarbonisation pressures fundamentally

Neil Turner, Technical Manager at Ecological Building Systems, advises on designing airtight buildings while protecting against moisture damage. Creating an airtight home is a fundamental part of modern building design, supporting energy efficiency and building performance, from meeting regulatory requirements through to high-performance standards such as Passive House. An airtight home eliminates leaks in the building envelope that should not exist. This is crucial for maint

Instantor has achieved the Business Working Responsibly Mark. Established in 2010 by Business in the Community Ireland, the Business Working Responsibly Mark (‘the Mark’) is Ireland’s Economic, Environmental, Social, and Governance (EESG) standard. Independently verified by the National Standards Authority of Ireland, it is the standard for sustainability that goes beyond legal compliance by fostering a culture of responsible business through continuous improvement, ongoing

Plans to ensure that all rented properties will have a minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C by 2030 are underway. Presently, just over 2.5 million rented properties maintain a rating in between D and G. This could offer a major business boost to the UK HVAC industry, with an unprecedented commercial opportunity that could stimulate both regional and national economies. An EPC evaluates and determines the energy efficiency of a property. The key areas withi