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Conex Bänninger appoints Sinclair to drive growth in Scotland


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onex Bänninger has appointed Derek Sinclair as regional technical sales


manager, a strategic move to strengthen its presence in Scotland and support new sustainable business development. Sinclair brings over 18 years of senior-level experience gained within the plumbing and heating sector, and his extensive market knowledge positions him perfectly to support customers and grow the brand’s footprint across Scotland. Sinclair said: “This is an important time for the Scottish market, with


signifi cant opportunities to expand our presence, especially in areas like Edinburgh’s East side, where there’s a surge in commercial developments, rebuilds, and renovation projects.”


Martin Smith, business unit


director - UK and Ireland, said: “Derek joins Conex Bänninger at a time of ambitious growth. His wealth of experience, industry know-how, and deep network of contacts make him a key addition to the team. Scotland is very important to us, and Derek is perfectly placed to drive us forward.”


Chisman joins ADA from TEV


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hris Chisman has joined Abbey Design Associates as managing director,


Bitzer UK strengthens technical support team with new appointment


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itzer UK has appointed James Cowan as a new trainee technical support engineer.


Cowan’s responsibilities span a wide range of technical functions, including system pricing, fault fi nding, handling detailed technical enquiries and assisting with spare parts – all of which ensure the company continues to meet ISO 9001 standards. With a fi rst-class degree in Physics from Aberystwyth University and a strong foundation in thermodynamics, Cowan has quickly adapted to Bitzer’s advanced compressor technologies. He is currently undertaking in-depth training through Bitzer’s global


“The training has been incredibly in-depth, and I’ve enjoyed getting hands-on with everything from compressor diagnostics to pricing and technical selections. I’m especially excited to be involved in developing training content as part of Bitzer’s global network. It’s great to be part of a company that puts such a strong focus on customer support and continuous improvement.”


training network and will support the delivery and development of technical content for specialist compressor masterclasses. “It’s been a fantastic start to my career at Bitzer UK,” said Cowan.


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In addition to supporting UK customers, Cowan is also helping to strengthen the links between Bitzer UK and the manufacturer’s German headquarters, thereby enhancing collaboration and providing more streamlined customer support


following his departure from Marstair. Chisman, who was with TEV for 27 years, has extensive experience in refrigeration design and project management, which positions him well to lead Abbey Design Associates, a consultancy specialising in refrigeration solutions, project management, and remote monitoring. Marstair, a division of TEV, has been a recognised name in air conditioning and refrigeration solutions. TEV underwent a management buyout in 2017, backed by YFM Equity Partners, to accelerate growth and expand its market reach, and Chisman’s leadership at TEV contributed to its development.


across Europe.


“James has quickly proven himself to be a great asset to the team,” said Liam Davies, technical manager at Bitzer UK. “His confi dence, customer rapport and technical understanding are outstanding, and his contribution to both technical delivery and international collaboration is already being felt.” Working alongside Davies and Belinda Durrant, Cowan is part of a team that underpins Bitzer UK’s aftersales strategy, ensuring customers not only receive exceptional service but also have access to the knowledge and advice needed to maximise the benefi ts of their systems.


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