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

As of May 2025, construction of the new £65 million Currie Community High School in Edinburgh is nearly complete, meaning it can be assessed for Passivhaus certification. A host of schools currently being built across Scotland are aiming to achieve the standard, many funded in part through the Learning Estates Investment Programme (LEIP). As one of the first recipients of funding, and one of the first projects to reach completion, Currie Community High School will also become

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, 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

Already widely specified for flooring applications and creating ‘protected zones’ in roof-spaces, FIREFLY FB 180 ablative batts are now also being used to provide fire compartmentation beneath raised access floors. Raised access floors are commonly used to accommodate power, data and other building services, creating concealed voids beneath the finished floor. Without appropriate fire protection, these hidden cavities can allow fire and smoke to spread unseen beyond the point

People are spending more money on their homes than ever before – as they sacrifice other 'luxuries' like eating out and new cars. A poll of 2,000 homeowners found that, despite concerns around the economy, average spending has increased to £3,140 per year on home improvements – up from £2,870 in 2024. And nearly a third (30 per cent) plan to spend more again on home improvements in 2026 than they did last year, with homeowners sacrificing holiday plans (24 per cent) and buyin

The MCRMA (Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association) 2026 Technical Conference will take place on 10-11 June at the Telford Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort in Shropshire, and will once again provide a unique platform for renowned industry experts to examine the key challenges and innovations shaping the immediate future of the metal building envelope supply chain. Reflecting the growing popularity of the event, the association has doubled the capacity this year to enable

The Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) has announced the winners of the 2026 Roofscape Design Awards – the most diverse range of Roofscape entries yet.

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

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