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New free guide to assessing economic feasibility of CHP


feasibility of combined heat and power (CHP) projects.


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The guide presents a three-step approach to building the economic case, starting with an initial feasibility study to gather and collate data so that the site's energy load (demand) profiles can be calculated accurately.


Step two is an initial feasibility study in which the initial load profiles are used to calculate whether CHP is viable and to accurately size the system according to current and predicted future heat and power demand. The third step is an on-site review involving a review of infrastructure and other considerations, such as planning, fuel supply and environmental factors.


With data analysed, a suitable energy and carbon saving CHP system selected, and the


ogeneration specialist ENER-G has published a free guide to assessing the economic


site’s infrastructure reviewed, the final step is explained. This is how to conduct a detailed financial assessment to reveal the full lifetime costs of purchasing, operating and maintaining the system.


Clare Burns, ENER-G's Head of Marketing, said: "CHP can achieve cost savings of up to 40 per cent over electricity sourced from the grid and heat generated by on-site boilers. “The savings are particularly impressive where the heating or cooling demand is for extended periods, but it's crucial to complete a thorough feasibility study to demonstrate that the building's load profile warrants cogeneration technology and to use this data to specify the correct system size. Our guide details all the steps required to prove the case for CHP and ensure a sound and timely investment."


www.energ-group.com Recognition and reward for CIPHE members


Steph McGovern to host BCIA Awards


The 2017 Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) Awards ceremony and dinner on May 11 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, will be hosted by award winning broadcaster Steph McGovern who has been


involved in financial journalism for over 13 years and is known for her work on BBC Breakfast. For more information and to book tickets, visit www.bcia.co.uk


Vernacare awards technical services contract to JD McGeown


Medical products supplier Vernacare has appointed Belfast-based electrical and mechanical contractor JD McGeown Ltd as its technical services partner for Northern Ireland. JD McGeown will install, commission, maintain and service Vernacare's fleet of Vortex disposal units, which provide Northern Ireland's hospitals with a hygienic and time- saving system of human waste disposal.


Senior R&D role for Andy Slater at LG


LG’s Andy Slater has been promoted to the new role of Senior Technical, Research and


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Development Manager for LG Air Conditioning and Energy Solutions, based at the company’s HQ in Weybridge after five years as the Technical Department’s lead supervisor and academy instructor.


New professional services contract from IChemE


The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) has published a new addition to its widely used Model Forms of Contract. The Silver Book provides a professional services contract split into two parts – the short form agreement and long form agreement. This latest addition to the suite of model forms of contract has been be developed to integrate with existing IChemE contracts – including the Red Book, which provides a model lump sum contract for a wide range of industries.


Smith’s sales team expands for predicted growth


Smith’s – which supplies hydronic fan convector products – has appointed Alex Muirhead as Regional Sales Manager, with special focus on the consultants and contractor markets, His substantial experience in the commercial fan convector sector will see him play a key part in Smith’s drive for growth during 2017.


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uPictured left to right: Master Plumber, Ian Hamilton, Brian Wadsworth, The Master of the Worshipful Company of Plumbers, Master Plumber, Nathan Napier and Journeyman Plumber, Sean Vincent Woollam.


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hree members of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and


Heating Engineering (CIPHE) received awards at a presentation


ceremony in London last month, organised by the Livery Companies Skill Council.


The event took place at Merchant Taylors’ Hall and Alderman Dr Andrew


Parmley, Lord Mayor of London, presented candidates with their certificates.


Ian Hamilton EngTech MCIPHE RP, who has over 27 years’ experience in the plumbing and heating industry, was presented with the Master Plumber Certificate.


Nathan Napier EngTech MCIPHE RP was also


SES gains from student accommodation growth


Following its completion of work on Vita Student’s prestigious Westgate development in the North East, SES has been appointed by main contractor Wates Construction, to deliver a complete range of


mechanical and electrical (M&E) services on this new £multi-million student village in York. Vita Student Village York is one of six Vita Student residences in development which will take the portfolio to 15 across the UK by 2018.


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awarded with the Master Plumber Certificate. He has worked in the industry for 25 years.


Sean Woollam MCIPHE RP received the Journeyman Certificate and has 10 years’ experience in the industry. Around 120 people attended the ceremony, which had representatives from eight Livery Companies.


Pumps firm in line for two awards


Triark Pumps, which supplies air-operated double diaphragm pumps has been shortlisted in both the ‘Distributor of the Year’ and the ‘Technical Innovation of the Year – Projects’ categories of this year’s Pump Industry Awards.


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