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Flamco are bringing two newly launched products to PHEX Manchester and PHEX Chelsea.

The first is Flexcon Premium, a new range of expansion vessels. The Flexcon Premium range benefits from a new and unique plastic membrane, and offers raw materials and energy savings, whilst offering a 15-year guarantee. That’s more than double the previous guarantee, when compared to the existing expansion vessels available.

FERNOX TO PHEX-IBIT IN MANCHESTER

Fernox, market leader in chemical water treatment products, will be exhibiting at PHEX, the Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester on the 16th and 17th October. On display will be the company’s latest innovations in filters and chemical water treatment.

Polypipe presents NEW PolySoil™ range at PHEX

Come and be the first to see a new innovation in soil fittings for the UK residential market, brought to you by Polypipe. Attendees to PHEX at Old Trafford in Manchester on 16th and 17th October are encouraged to visit Polypipe at stand 78 to get a first-hand look at the most comprehensive and technologically advanced ring seal soil product range on the market today.

Aqualisa kicks off Installer Club Relaunch with National Roadshow

To celebrate the relaunch of Aqualisa’s new Installer Club, they will be running a national radio campaign touring 65 locations throughout the UK. In partnership with Fix Radio, Aqualisa will be touring trade showrooms and merchants during October and November of this year.

Fine for company and fitter for causing gas explosion

A self-employed gas fitter has been fined after he and his son received serious burns following an explosion at a motor vehicle showroom in Glasgow.

Plumbing start-up secures Dragon's Den investment

Manchester-based start-up pipeEasy has received a £41,000 investment after appearing on BBC Two’s Dragons’ Den.

Conex Bänninger aiming for ‘bullseye’ at PHEX Manchester

Conex Bänninger will be aiming for a ‘bullseye’ in more ways than one when it continues with celebrations of ‘110 years of innovation’ at PHEX Manchester. The plumbing fittings and valves manufacturer will be promoting four of its top-selling ranges during the plumbing and heating exhibition, which takes place at Old Trafford football stadium on 16th and 17th October.

Self-employed plumber earnings dip slightly in August

Earnings for self-employed plumbers dipped by just 1.7% last month, according to the latest figures released by Hudson Contract.

PipeSnug secures Screwfix distribution deal

PipeSnug has announced it will be available to purchase in Screwfix from this month.

Henkel at PHEX Manchester - Stand 14

LOCTITE® 577 from Henkel’s range of pipe sealing products will be shown alongside the ever popular LOCTITE® 55 on the stand at PHEX this year. Continuous deve

New research highlights the threat of sun damage to van drivers

New research from Confused.com has highlighted that van drivers are at a much greater risk of health issues caused by sun damage compared to other drivers.

Runcorn woman fined for posing as Gas Safe-registered engineer

A Runcorn woman was fined after admitting that for three years she falsely claimed to be Gas Safe-registered, including using the Gas Safe logo.

CIPHE urges vigilance over increased legionella cases

With cases of Legionnaires’ disease on the rise, the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) is urging installers to be vigilant when it comes to potential sources of legionella bacteria. 

Builders fined for unsafe construction around boiler flue

A building company and its director have been fined for unsafe construction work around a domestic gas boiler, which resulted in a gas escape.

Self-employed plumber earnings continue to rise in July

Weekly earnings for self-employed plumbing contractors continued to grow last month, according to the latest figures released by Hudson Contract.

Combustibles ban makes high-rise boiler replacements non-compliant, Ideal Boilers warns

All high-rise boiler replacements are non-compliant with current building regulations, manufacturer Ideal Boilers has warned. 

HHIC warns of the “threat” of ECO3

The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC) has warned that the proposals in the government consultation for the Energy Company Obligation (ECO3) would threaten the livelihoods of thousands of heating and plumbing businesses.

Registration opens for PHEX Manchester 2019

Plumbing and heating professionals can now register for PHEX Manchester, which returns to Old Trafford Stadium this Autumn, on the 16 & 17 October 2019.

80% of Brits wasting water regularly, finds WRAS

80% of Brits have admitted to committing at least one water-wasting habit regularly in response to a survey by the Water Regulation Advisory Scheme (WRAS).

APHC to launch new free workshops on the future of heating

The Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors (APHC) has partnered with Altecnic to host a set of free regional workshops to update the installer regarding the future of heating and the new British Standard BS 7593:2019.

Tradespeople taking just 18 days off work a year, survey finds

A recent survey has found that on average, plumbers and gas engineers only take 18 days of holiday per year, compared to other UK full-time workers who are entitled to a minimum of 28 days’ paid holiday.

The BiKBBI announces new initiative to protect against financial loss

The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI) has announced its MemberSafe initiative – the first of a number of measures planned to protect installers against financial loss when transacting with other businesses.

Younger people less likely to attempt home repairs, WRAS survey finds

Young Brits have low basic home repair skills, according to new research from the Water Regulation Advisory Scheme (WRAS).

Opentherm launches UK awareness campaign

The OpenTherm Association is intending to introduce the OpenTherm protocol more widely in the UK and has launched an initial three-year communication process to raise awareness of the protocol and its benefits to the heating industry as a whole.

Homebuyers unlikely to prioritise boiler condition, Gas Safe research finds

New research by Gas Safe Register has found that the general safety of the home, including the condition of the boiler and appliances, falls low on the list of priorities for most homebuyers.

Plumbing employees earning just £1,500 more than UK average salary

UK plumbers are earning just £1,500 above the average UK salary, according to analysis by RS Components.

UK still not ready for climate change, Committee on Climate Change finds

In its latest report, Progress in preparing for climate change – 2019 Progress Report to Parliament, the Committee on Climate Change has found that “many national plans and policies still lack a basic acknowledgement of long-term climate change”.

Plumber earnings rebound by 4.7%

Weekly earnings for self-employed plumbing contractors rebounded last month, according to the latest figures released by Hudson Contract.

Plumber earnings rebound by 4.7%

Weekly earnings for self-employed plumbing contractors rebounded last month, according to the latest figures released by Hudson Contract.

IGEM seeks installer feedback on low pressure gas supplies

IGEM’s Low Pressure Supply Working Group is seeking industry comment on a number of recommendations designed to address the root cause of low supply issues on the gas distribution network.

Screwfix launches Britain's Top Tradesperson 2019 competition

Screwfix has announced that its Britain’s Top Tradesperson competition is now open, and plumbers can put themselves forward for the top prize.

The current strategy means good things for smart controls, says Martyn Bridges

Martyn Bridges, Director of Technical Communication and Product Management at Worcester Bosch, and member of BEAMA, discusses how the current hydrogen strategy is a good thing for smart controls.

Only 20% of installers confident enough to install a heat pump, BEIS workshop finds

Only 20% of installers felt they were confident enough or qualified enough to fit a heat pump, according to feedback from a series of workshops held by Worcester Bosch on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).

DIY SOS on the hunt for plumbers for Children in Need Special

DIY SOS, BBC One’s popular property renovation show, is looking for plumbers to volunteer for its BBC Children in Need Special.

Salamander Pumps launches new online training courses

Salamander Pumps has launched a new online learning tool, ‘eSchool’, featuring a host of helpful training modules, involving games, interactive imagery, and animated technical videos, for installers and students alike.

CIPHE appoints new President

The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) has appointed a new President.

UK Plumber of the Year entry deadline extended

The UK Plumber of the Year 2019 competition has extended its entry deadline by two weeks.

Ban New Homes from Gas Grid by 2025, Says CCC

Newbuilds should no longer be connected to the gas grid within the next six years, the Committee on Climate Change (CCC) has recommended in a new report.

Pimlico Group Rejects Private Equity Bids amid Strong Growth in 2018

Pimlico Group has achieved revenues of almost £44 million in 2018 following a strong second half of the year, which included a record-breaking summer.

Survey Reveals Nearly a Third of Households Setting Heating Too High or Low

A new survey from Heating Force has revealed almost 30% of UK households are setting are setting their heating either too high or too low.
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