Boilers News & Trends

Ideal Heating, the UK’s number one heating brand, has launched That’s ideal – a brand ethos that champions high performance, simplicity of install, ease of maintenance and market-pioneer support for installers and homeowners. More than a slogan, That’s ideal is a recommitment to the things that have set Ideal apart for over a century: smart design, straight-talking service, and doing things right for its customers. Whether it’s boilers or heat pumps, technical sup...

Mitsubishi Electric has welcomed the Government’s release of another £940 million for Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonization Fund to help Local Authorities remove gas heating from their buildings. As the UK’s largest heat pump manufacturer, Mitsubishi Electric is now calling on the Government to look at similar initiatives to help reduce carbon in the private sector. Heat pumps and low-carbon heating Since 2020, the Public Sector Decarbonization Fund has made...

The latest CIBSE-approved CPD from Ideal Heating Commercial – the UK’s market pioneer of high efficiency commercial heating solutions – is focused firmly on the modern plant room. It addresses plant room surveying, along with the evolution of the plant room and heat source technology over recent years, brought about, in part, through legislation and product innovation. heating system replacement New CPD concentrates on modern, energy-efficient plant room retrofits using heat...

Burnham Holdings, Inc. (BHI), parent company to pioneering manufacturers of boilers and related HVAC products and accessories, announced its decision to divest substantially all of the assets of its Thermo Pride (TP) and Norwood Manufacturing (NMI) business subsidiaries. This strategic move aligns with the holding company’s long-term vision to strengthen its core boiler business while expanding its commercial and industrial rental and service operations. Comprehensive boiler solutions T...

Viessmann Climate Solution UK's Vitotrol 100-E Modulation Control is now available for new Vitodens 050-W gas condensing boilers, allowing end-users to wirelessly control their hot water and heating. Viessmann Climate Solutions is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Launched in 2023 for its Vitodens 100-W and 111-W unvented system and combi storage boilers, Viessmann has also released a Vitotrol 100-EH model for heat pumps,...

Ideal Heating Commercial POD Heat Interface Units (HIUs) and Evomax 2 condensing boilers have been installed into Ash View Extra Care in Huddersfield as part of a heat network designed to heat the 50 one and two-bedroom flats and communal areas, along with hot water, at this new development for Kirklees Council.  Ash View Extra Care is a specialist housing development, designed to maintain the independence of older people who have care and/or support needs. Hard-wired Mbus heat meters Id...

Hamworthy Heating, technical experts in commercial heating and hot water products, is pleased to announce a new offer for 2025: free commissioning on all Stratton mk3 wall-hung condensing boilers. This free commissioning promotion applies to all Stratton mk3 models ordered between April 1 and invoiced by December 31, 2025, and offers customers the opportunity to optimise their system’s performance from the outset. For added peace of mind, each boiler is also backed by...

“Operating in an industry that has a significant impact on counteracting climate change, as well as on the delivery of hygienic drinking water, GF Building Flow Solutions strives continuously to pioneer in sustainable water solutions for buildings." "The manufacturing of our products and solutions is based on sound environmental management practices, embracing renewable energy sources across our global operations to reduce their environmental footprint. We are committed to takin...

GF Building Flow Solutions advances its carbon-neutral journey, adding three more manufacturing sites – Cerkezkoy (Turkey), Ecoflex production in Hassfurt (Germany), and Apple Valley (USA) – to its carbon-neutral operations (Scope 1 & 2). This result highlights GF Building Flow Solutions’ ongoing commitment to minimize resource consumption.   Manufacturing of products and solutions “Operating in an industry that has a significant impact on counteracting c...

Carrier Solutions UK has officially opened its state-of-the-art training academy in Stockport, where it will offer industry-renowned education and support for HVAC engineers across the UK. The flagship facility represents a significant investment in professional development, providing a dedicated center of excellence for engineers to train on the latest heating and cooling technologies. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pionee...

Boiler manufacturer, Navien UK, has unveiled a brand-new compact system boiler, helping homeowners benefit from all the advantages of its NCB500 combi boilers, such as a 10-year warranty, stainless steel heat exchanger and cupboard fit dimensions. Designed for modern family homes, Navien’s NCB500 system boiler is a great option for homeowners looking for a cost-effective yet advanced heating solution, which is the ideal choice for properties having an existing hot water cylinder. First g...

Viessmann Climate Solutions UK has streamlined the online services it provides to installers to make them more user-friendly, instant and intuitive.  Viessmann Climate Solutions is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Viessmann customer service VPlus portal includes a range of easily accessible extras designed to enhance the customer service The new VPlus portal, which is live now, includes a range of easily accessible amenities de...

Navien is introducing the PEM750 heat pump to the UK market, offering a high-performance, eco-friendly heating solution designed for quick, easy installation - saving installers time while reducing complexity on-site. As the UK moves towards its net-zero targets, demand for simply smarter, more efficient and future-proof heating solutions continues to grow. Eco Heating Excellence The PEM750 has been engineered to meet these requirements, delivering heating and hot water solutions more sustain...

On Wednesday, 16 April 2025, at 16:30, CAREL will hold a new free webinar in English titled 'How STone Generative AI can simplify and add value to the daily work of a software designer in the HVAC/R industry.' The webinar will focus on the typical problems faced daily by those who develop software for HVAC systems and will show how a generative AI model can accelerate and improve the coding, testing, and validation of application software, maximizing development efficiency and quality. Smarter...

Sussman Electric Boilers, a trusted brand under Diversified Heat Transfer, Inc. (DHT), is pleased to announce that it has expanded its sales network through new representative agreements with H & V Equipment Sales Inc., in the Buffalo area, and Thermotech Combustion FDC inc., in Quebec, Canada. H & V, based in Cheektowago, NY, will represent Sussman Electric Boilers products in Western New York State, from Syracuse to Buffalo. Additionally, for the first time, Sussman pro...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant and fire suppressant management, acquired Refrigerant Services Inc. (RSI), a recognized brand in the Canadian refrigerant industry. The acquisition, finalized in late March 2025, further solidifies A-Gas' position as a world pioneer in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services. Strengthening Commitment It ensures that customers receive the maximum value and benefit of lif...

The Eurovent Product Group ‘Fan Technology’ (PG-FANS) participants have elected Julien Grilliat as the new group Chairperson. He will be supported by the newly elected Vice-Chairperson Simon Engert. Julien Grilliat, who takes on the role of the PG-FANS Chairperson, brings years of industry experience and technical knowledge. Advancing Innovation Julien Grilliat has been a key player in the fan technology sector while having deep understanding of industry He has been a key player...

Women in HVACR, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, has announced its new 2025 sponsorship levels. This will bring more value to contractor members and allow them to support women in the trades. Supporting Tradeswomen “After listening to feedback from our members, we are taking the opportunity to revamp our sponsorships to add more value for our contractors,” said Women in HVACR President Kr...

The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation is expanding its online offerings to better serve the growing needs of the plumbing and HVACR community, making it a central hub for proper education, training and certification in the p-h-c industry.  The Foundation is adding a suite of new courses to the PHCC Academy platform that are available to all plumbing and HVACR students, apprentices and practicing technicians, as well as business o...

DRI-STEEM Corporation (DriSteem), the pioneer manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, proudly celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2025.  DriSteem has been a trusted name in the HVAC industry for six decades, and it is known for innovation, performance, and unmatched customer support. Advancing Air Quality DriSteem has been committed to helping customers achieve precise controlSince its founding in 1965, DriSteem has been committed to helping cust...

Daikin, a global major in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R), anticipates substantial long-term growth in the heat pump market, despite a recent slowdown in the residential heating market. At ISH25 event, the Daikin Europe team presented Daikin’s refrigerant strategy to support the European decarbonization agenda. All this week, Daikin is showcasing its latest innovations, including the Daikin Altherma 4 generation and CO2 VRV, designed to offer low-carbon h...

Pupils and teachers at Marshland Primary Academy in Moorends, near Doncaster, part of Venn Academy Trust, are celebrating cutting their carbon footprint after successfully installing a modern ground source heat pump system and other state-of-the-art energy efficiency measures. Working with Kensa, the UK’s pioneer manufacturer and installer of ground source heat pumps, the school is trailblazing how to go green, overhauling its old heating and hot water system and replacing the aging gas b...

The Minnesota Twins and Uponor, a GF Building Flow Solutions brand with North American headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota.  Announced a multi-year partnership with a focus on enhancing and furthering the Major League Baseball club’s longstanding sustainability and community impact missions.  Partnering for impact This partnership marks Uponor’s first with a professional sports organisation supported by Oak View GroupConnecting the expertise of Uponor, a pioneer glob...

The University of East London (UEL) is extending its strategic partnership with global technology company Siemens in a contract that will see the business design and install a Water Source Heat Pump (WSHP) to help power its net zero campus of the future. The new WSHP is set to be the largest fitted at any university and will power the university’s Docklands Campus Library and Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability buildings, replacing existing gas boilers – and together with campus e...

Leap Partners, one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing home service companies, is strengthening its presence in North Carolina with the acquisition of Greensboro-based Master Plumbers Heating and Cooling.  This strategic expansion builds on Leap Partners’ growing presence in the state, following its 2023 acquisition of Premier Indoor Comfort Systems in western North Carolina.    Shared Values, Stronger Together “We are thrilled to welcome Master Plumbers Heatin...

Heat exchangers are used to transfer thermal energy from one type of liquid or steam source to another kind of liquid source at a wide range of facilities. Whether heating a space or some type of fluid in a manufacturing process, using leftover heat is an energy efficient way to preheat another system. The process requires maintaining effective heat transfer between the two sources, which is why regular testing and maintenance of the heat exchanger is so crucial to efficient and trouble-free op...

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems (IPS), a global pioneer in advanced integrated piping systems for the distribution and control of liquids and gasses, proudly highlights its Shurjoint line. It is designed to meet the evolving demands of engineers, contractors, and facility managers in HVAC and plumbing applications.  Revolutionizing Pipe Connections Shurjoint’s M07 coupling delivers a reliable seal with its patent-pending wedge design with cutting labor timeThe Shurjoint line exe...

Heating and hot water appliance manufacturer, Navien UK, is expanding its flagship NCB range of boilers with the launch of two new 30 kW models for its the NCB300 and NCB500 ON combi boilers. Designed in response to industry demand, these new options provide installers with greater flexibility when selecting the right boiler for their customers. NCB300 and NCB500 ON boilers “When choosing a boiler, selecting the correct kW rating is essential to ensuring optimal comfort and performance...

When Doncaster Racecourse needed an efficient and space-saving solution to replace its existing boilers that had reached the end of their operational life, a new Upton floor-standing modular boiler system from Hamworthy Heating was specified to efficiently satisfy the high demands placed on the venue, with minimum disruption to the busy racecourse. Following a site visit to Doncaster Racecourse to evaluate the venues requirements, Essex-based contractor ProRite Ltd turned to its local...

A cutting-edge new Sustainable Home Center, from the UK’s pioneering heat pump manufacturer, Daikin, has officially launched in Wembley in collaboration with Infinity Energy Organization. The grand opening of the center was celebrated with a launch event on Friday, 7th February. The opening underlines Daikin’s commitment to upskill engineers on low-carbon heating solutions. low-carbon home heating Local installers are also welcome to bring along customers to educate and introduce...