NEWS & APPOINTMENTS
BCIA market report shows steady growth in building controls sector
The Building Controls Industry Association’s (BCIA) Market Information Service (MIS) report for Q2 has been released, with increases in rolling year figures across the market making for encouraging reading for the sector. The MIS report lets BCIA members see trends, market growth and segmentation in the Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) industry. The annual report for 2022 estimated that the BEMS sector is now worth around £835.8 million to the UK economy, representing an increase of 8.0% from the 2021 figure. Construction Output data provides insight into the GB construction market. Focusing on the key sectors for the Controls & BEMS market, the data highlights changes in construction output between the previous quarter and the previous rolling year. The Construction Output as a whole in Q2 2023 remained fairly static compared to last quarter, with a minor increase of 0.2%. The rolling year trend is more positive, up 15.0% compared to year ending Q2 2022. The Product analysis examines the Product’s key routes to market; Product used by Manufacturers in their own systems and the sale of product by Manufacturers to System Installers (these are the ‘Primary Installers’), plus Distributors and OEMs. Product supplied directly to Systems Installers is up 4.1% on the rolling year and Distributors & Others are also up 2.8%. Although Service & Maintenance has declined since last quarter by 1.6%, it has also seen an increase on the rolling year figure of 14.1%. The MIS reports are produced quarterly and provide a robust source of market intelligence and enable BCIA members to remain informed, prepared, and in a position to grow the Building Controls market. BCIA President Graeme Rees believes the signs are promising overall. He said: “Whilst
there will always be market fluctuations throughout a calendar year, the rolling year trajectory is undoubtedly positive. This is a reflection of the growing understanding of the role building controls have in creating a greener and more sustainable built environment that will be crucial in helping the UK on its journey to Net Zero.” From a BCIA perspective, the organisation is recognised as the unified voice of the UK Building Controls industry, with its membership and influence continuing to grow. Graeme Rees added: “The BCIA has welcomed 17 new members already in 2023. Our members deliver the technology to create healthy buildings, through whole-life building and energy management solutions and we support them to establish and maintain the highest standards in product and system development, application and service. As our membership grows, so too will our ability to lead on lobbying and advocacy, learning and skills, promoting much wider understanding of building controls and the benefits they bring.”
Sales of insulation surge as industry reacts to Building Regulations
National builders’ merchant Jewson has recorded an uplift in sales of its sustainable product ranges following the new Building Regulations, which apply to all construction projects in England.
Seen by many as the stepping stone to the Future Homes Standard in 2025, the grace period for the new Building Regulations ended in June this year, with Part F, Part L, Part O and Part S updates all relating to sustainability. In the first half of 2023, Jewson has reported a rise in sales of enhanced insulation, sustainable cladding and wastewater heat recovery systems. Sales in air source heat pumps have also risen, which are favoured in the Part L regulations, compared with traditional methods of heating. Sales data from Jewson’s Making Better Homes range, which focuses on more sustainable building solutions, were 66% higher in the six months to June 2023, compared with the same period of 2022. The increase was mainly driven by a rise in sales of innovative insulation, which saw a huge 367% rise. Even when accounting for inflation, this demonstrates a significant uplift in demand. Wastewater heat recovery systems also surged in popularity, with sales 276% higher in the first half of 2023, compared with the same period in 2022. Sustainable timber cladding sales rose by 18%, while sales of carbon reduction products, such as recycled cavity liners increased by 17%.
Matthew Handley, category innovation manager at Jewson, says: “We know the period leading up to the new Building Regulations was challenging for many of our customers and we have been working hard to help them navigate this as smoothly as possible. “By presenting all the products and services in one place through the Making Better Homes range we aim to create a one-stop-shop for everything tradespeople and builders need to remain compliant and build more sustainably. The data suggests that insulation and wastewater heat recovery systems are proving particularly popular, but it will be interesting to see what other opportunities arise in the second half of the year, as the industry continues to adopt more sustainable solutions.”
Appointments Changes to HPA leadership
After five years of dedicated leadership of the Heat Pump Association (HPA), Phil Hurley has stepped down from his role as Chair while senior product manager of heat pumps at Glen Dimplex Craig Dolan has been voted by members as the new Chair.
Phil’s achievements include the association’s key
role in the development of the first OFQUAL regulated heat pump training courses, supporting the policy design and development of the Heat Training Grant, spearheading the development of universal and free to use heat pump commissioning checklists, as well as forging strong industry collaborations. Charlotte Lee, Chief Executive of the HPA commented: “Under his leadership and through his vision, the heat pump sector in the UK has experienced years of continuous growth, and I would like to take this opportunity to wish him all the best in his future endeavours.” Craig Dolan, senior product manager of heat pumps at Glen Dimplex has been voted by members as the new Chair of the HPA, and will start the role with immediate effect. He said, “I am honoured to be appointed, and on behalf of the members, would like to thank Phil for his commitment in driving our industry forwards. I will be looking to build on his tenure and continue to position the HPA as the authoritative voice for Heat Pumps in the UK.”
Baxi appoints new head of public health
Baxi has appointed James Matthews as the new head of public health to lead its technical specification and sales team in supplying energy-efficient low-carbon hot water solutions involving Heatrae Sadia and Andrews Water Heaters products.
James joins Baxi with a wealth of experience gained
from previous roles within the construction industry, most recently as business development director at Polypipe. Rob Erwood, commercial sales and specification
director at Baxi, said: “We’re delighted to welcome James as our new head of public health, working alongside Anne Wraith, our head of building services, and Michelle Wright, our head of key accounts. Commercial hot water generation is a vital service with unique challenges and opportunities, and James’s appointment reflects our commitment to providing exceptional support for our customers in this sector.” Baxi’s comprehensive commercial hot water portfolio includes Heatrae Sadia electric hot water solutions, Andrews Water Heaters gas-fired water heaters, buffer vessels and cylinders, Remeha air source heat pumps, and prefabricated packaged plant rooms. James said: “This is an exciting time to be joining Baxi, given the increasing focus on decarbonising heating and hot water in buildings. From specification to supply and commissioning, I am looking forward to leading my team in providing the best solutions and technical support for our existing and new customers as they transition to a low/zero carbon future.”
Carbon management specialist appoints associate director
Carbon management consultancy Leeds-based Green Box Thinking has appointed a vastly experienced sustainability advisor to the new post of associate director. Richard Tucker, whose career in environmental management began more than 20 years ago, has joined the Leeds-based firm from his role as sustainability advisor with Legal & General Modular Homes. Mr Tucker will now play a crucial, senior role in developing and delivering the services of Green Box Thinking, founded last year. The organisation’s experts guide and provide practical help to construction industry professionals on all aspects of carbon emission management. Its specialisms include advising on demanding but achievable targets, at company or site level, and verifying clients’ emission evaluation procedures. Reacting to his appointment, Mr Tucker said: “I’m delighted to be joining Green Box Thinking for a number of reasons. The most important is decarbonisation, which couldn’t be a more vital or urgent quest for humanity overall, as the recent horrific wildfires in Hawaii, USA, and British Columbia, Canada, for example, demonstrate. “But, more than that, the built environment is easily the biggest source of carbon emissions, both in the UK and worldwide. The construction industry has therefore, in my view, been crying out for an organisation like Green Box Thinking, which offers a unique combination of experts steeped in the sector’s highly specialist circumstances and top- quality client service.”
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