Boilers News & Trends

Paving the way for a more climate-conscious future, hydronic comfort heating solutions pioneer Weil-McLain® has announced that its Ultra Oil, WGO, WTGO, and SGO residential oil boilers are certified for use with biofuel blends up to 20% (B20). This achievement has been made possible through collaboration with industry pioneers Carlin Combustion and R.W. Beckett, as Weil-McLain validates the adaptability of their burners to the elevated blend of biofuel when combined with its popular oil-fir...

Eco-heating and cooling technology brand Daikin UK has partnered with Quantum Group, one of the UK’s top providers of renewables and decarbonization training, to roll out to approximately 150 further education colleges that offer built environment study programs. This innovative partnership is the first of its kind in the UK. Bridging green skills gaps The UK is facing a major challenge to fill the green skills gaps needed to meet the Government’s ambitious target of net zero by 2...

Karen Boswell OBE, Managing Director of Baxi UK and Ireland, has been appointed the new chair of the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC). Succeeding the outgoing chair Steve Keeton, Director of External Affairs and Future Portfolio at Vaillant, Karen is the first female chair of the HHIC and is set to lead the membership following the Council’s recent AGM. Innovations and experience Since joining Baxi as Managing Director almost three years ago, Karen has successfully led Baxi...

Paul Marsden, Technical Specification Manager at Baxi, has been appointed as the new chair of the Society of Public Health Engineers’ Industry Working Group. SoPHE aims to provide a higher profile and focus for public health engineers within the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and within the building services industry. Hot water systems and renewable/LZC  An Affiliate member of CIBSE and SoPHE and a member of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and...

Following a substantial investment via its Expert Academy team, Ideal Heating – Commercial Products has considerably expanded its commercial training courses for installers and upgraded its Training Centres of Excellence which are the prime delivery method. Upgraded training Ideal Heating training covers the complete range of Ideal Heating commercial products. Popular existing training courses on commercial boilers, like the Evomax 2 or Imax Xtra 2, remain while new courses have been add...

Market pioneer Ideal Heating’s new monobloc heat pump, Logic Air, has been officially named one of the quietest heat pumps in the UK.  Quiet Mark certification Launched by Ideal Heating to provide reliable, low-carbon heating to UK homes, Logic Air has been awarded Quiet Mark certification, a global rating that rewards the quietest central heating products. The certification is official recognition that Logic Air is best-in-class for its quiet performance and minimal background n...

Following a recent incident involving a biomass boiler fire at commercial premises in Gloucestershire, HETAS, the biomass, and solid fuel heating organization, wishes to emphasize to consumers the importance of safety when operating these systems.  Biomass boilers Biomass boilers are an increasingly popular choice for homeowners and businesses, providing an efficient and sustainable heating solution. However, whilst a rare but extreme example, the incident does highlight the significance...

As the new Future Standard comes into force and the UK works towards achieving net-zero ambitions by 2050, the domestic heating sector is set to go through a revolution over the coming years. With UK homeowners seeking greener home heating alternatives, heating manufacturer - Alpha has launched a new addition to its existing heat pump range. Alpha Hydro The Alpha Hydro is a single-phase solution that pairs with a pre-plumbed 200-liter cylinder and Smartech controls The Alpha Hydro is a...

There are 30 million homes and buildings in the UK, and they account for approximately a quarter of UK emissions. The government, which has gone as far as adding a legal duty to the Energy Bill that must achieve net zero by 2050, has made its bet on tackling this source of pollution; heat pumps.  To reveal how the government’s plan is progressing, Harding Heating researched the people installing heat pumps, how satisfied they are with them, what is standing in the way of the go...

Daikin has added to its Sustainable Home Network by opening a Sustainable Home Center with the UK’s pioneering and fastest-growing builder’s merchant, MKM Building Supplies in Sheffield, and a Sustainable Home Expert Showroom in partnership with family-run heating and plumbing specialist Gas Plus in Bexhill-on-Sea. The launches mean that homeowners across Sheffield and East Sussex can familiarize themselves with air source heat pump technology and identify the best solution for thei...

UK-based renowned HVAC firm, Ideal Heating has unveiled a new dedicated training facility in Scotland, as it expands its world-class support to installers. The facility is located within The Energy Training Academy, in Dalkeith, near Edinburgh, a high-quality training and education center which opened its doors to engineers in January 2023. Ideal Heating unveils new training facility in Scotland The training room has now been launched with a special event attended by industry guests Ideal He...

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioning Europe (MHIAE), a division of MHI Group, has been recognized for its innovative and energy-efficient commercial heat pumps, receiving Frost & Sullivan’s 2023 European Company of the Year Award. Following research into the commercial heat pump market, Frost & Sullivan has named MHIAE as this year’s industry leader, who has demonstrated excellence in growth strategy, visionary innovation, market-leading performance, and unmatched cu...

To help support the installation of its new Stratton mk3 wall-hung condensing boiler onto existing heating systems, Hamworthy Heating, a trusted British manufacturer and supplier of commercial heating and hot water products is pleased to announce its latest range of Plate Heat Exchangers, for increased boiler protection and performance. Energy-efficient boilers Energy-efficient boilers are the industry standard, but this can be an issue when integrating a new condensing boiler into an existing...

Ideal Heating’s Engineering Director joined a Humber Business Week panel to discuss how the UK market pioneer is helping companies in its supply chain reduce their carbon footprint. Helen Villamuera said the company has a responsibility to help SMEs in its supply chain understand their carbon emissions and embark on their journey to net zero. She joined a panel of industry experts on the third day of Humber Business Week, at an event run by the Oh Yes! Net Zero initiative. decarbonizatio...

Keston is pleased to announce the upgrade of its new Combi and System twin flue boiler range which features a sleek and compact design for simple installation, with enhanced user-friendly controls that deliver optimal efficiency for buildings. Combi 2 and System 2 models Lightweight and easy to install, the new and improved Combi 2 and System 2 models offer a versatile solution for new and replacement heating systems. Offering greater flexibility through the Keston twin flue system, boile...

Interplay Learning, the pioneer in online training for skilled trades, is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Air Conditioning Trade Association (ACTA), so as to offer a hybrid HVAC Service Tech Training Program for students pursuing HVAC careers without previous experience. By combining Interplay’s virtual courses with in-person instruction at ACTA’s facility, ACTA will provide students with a flexible, hybrid learning approach that helps them pursue entry-level trades...

Danfoss was proud to be a sponsor of Reuters Events’ Global Energy Transition 2023, held June 7-8, at the Marriott Marquis in New York. The event provided an opportunity for Danfoss pioneers to share ideas and insight with pioneers from government, energy and industry on how society can address the challenges in reaching net zero emissions.  The two-day event, attended by 750+ people, featured keynote sessions and panel discussions on the regulatory landscape, strategies, financing a...

A growing demand for electrification within several industries like steel, solar, and semiconductors makes Kanthal to expand its production site in Walldorf, Germany.  The aim of the investment is to capture the growth within electric industrial heating and drive operational improvements through increased automation. Green technology shift At the Walldorf site, Kanthal manufactures products such as Fibrothal® heating modules, flow heaters, metallic heating elements, and diffusion cas...

When Hull and East Yorkshire Center for the Deaf needed a modern heating system to replace its existing boiler which was experiencing faults, Hamworthy Heating stepped in to provide the charity with the Stratton mk3 wall-hung condensing boiler, free of charge, to help the charity to achieve maximum savings. To evaluate the heating requirements of Hull & East Yorkshire Center for the Deaf, a site visit was commissioned free of charge by Tucker Mechanical and Electrical Building Services. Wit...

Global technology, software, and engineering pioneer Emerson will exhibit new, approved combustion products that significantly improve fuel train safety, reliability, and performance at THERMPROCESS 2023.    Visitors to Hall 10, Booth A12, can view the company’s complete fuel train capabilities and comprehensive Floor to Cloud™ portfolio of ASCO™ combustion valves and innovative Movicon™ automation solutions for heating equipment controls and automation. Emer...

The heating industry met with Whitehall officials recently to warn them of the dire economic consequences for UK manufacturing and UK consumers of their plans to promote heat pumps. Clean Heat Market Mechanism Under the Clean Heat Market Mechanism, currently being considered by MPs in the Energy Bill, boiler manufacturers in the UK face being fined over £300 million next year if consumers do not fit heat pumps. According to the Government’s figures, an average heat pump...

Thermal battery manufacturer Sunamp is to supply its Thermino heat batteries to Trianco, the UK heating and hot water equipment vendor, as part of a game-changing heat pump package that is set to revolutionize the renewable energy industry. It is the first time a heat pump brand has chosen to offer a fully comprehensive package solution that exclusively includes a heat battery over other forms of thermal storage.  ActivAir heat pumps By matching ActivAir heat pumps with Sunamp’s T...

Swedish heat pump company - Qvantum created quite a stir at the ISH trade show in Frankfurt in March 2023. Qvantum’s vision to change the way the cities of Europe are heated was underlined by their brand-new apartment heat pump that won the ISH Design Plus Award. Currently, Qvantum is opening a German subsidiary led by German heat pump industry veteran Wolfgang Herold. heat pumps "The German market is crucial to us," says Qvantum CEO, Fredrik Rosenqvist, adding "Not because it is so big...

Trane Technologies® earned a prestigious Performance Award from The Air-Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) for achieving a 100% passing rate for all 82 of their residential furnace models tested during the three-year Performance Certification Program. AHRI’s Product Performance Certification Program is a voluntary program, administered and governed by AHRI, which ensures that various types of HVACR equipment perform according to manufacturers’ published...

Bradford White Water Heaters, an industry-pioneering manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, introduces new printed and digital pocket catalogs that use QR codes to ensure contractors and distributors have quick access to the most recent product specifications and documents. The new catalogs were designed based on customer input and reflect Bradford White’s continuing commitment to meeting the needs of customers and business partners who are rapidly increasing their ad...

Logic Air has visited Old Trafford in Manchester, St James’ Park in Newcastle, Elland Road in Leeds and The Hawthorns in West Bromwich. Accompanying Logic Air is a world-class level of customer support from the dedicated UK-based team. UK domestic heating market Support is available to customers 364 days a year, including in-house team of engineers specially trained to service heat pumps. Logic Air represents a unique offering for the UK domestic heating market. It integrates seamlessl...

Eco-heating specialist - Daikin UK is marking its inaugural Green Heating Gap Day on Friday, 19th May. It symbolizes the point in the calendar at which its most efficient heat pump effectively stops emitting carbon compared with the average gas boiler over a full year. Efficiency  Daikin’s most efficient heat pump emits just over a third (38%) of the CO2 of the average gas boiler, meaning that homeowners investing in this technology will effectively be heating their homes carbon-fr...

After a winter of record-high energy bills, many will be wondering how efficient their boilers are, and whether the type of home they have has an impact on this. The age of a property and whether it is detached, mid-terrace, or otherwise, can all have an impact on how hard a boiler needs to work, and ultimately how heat-efficient the household is. To discover which property type and age has the greatest impact on a boiler’s efficiency, Uswitch boilers analyzed Energy Performance Certifica...

Bradford White Water Heaters, an industry-pioneering manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, will feature its innovative, high-performing and energy-efficient products at the Eastern Energy Expo in Atlantic City, New Jersey, May 21-24. “The Eastern Energy Expo is the pioneering event for the energy and comfort industries,” said Carl Pinto, Jr., senior director of marketing communications for Bradford White. “We continue to see significant growth with our por...

Baxi has launched a new range of Baxi direct and indirect hot water cylinders to complement the existing range from its Megaflo brand, giving installers a full choice of hot water storage options for customers. Designed and manufactured in the UK by the Heatrae Sadia hot water storage experts at Baxi, the new cylinders provide a high-performance and cost-effective option for heat-only and system heating setups. outstanding hot water performance Delivering up to 76 liters per minute of hot wat...