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remedial work, will usually involve a waiting time of at least 24 hours. The award-winning ADEY ProCheck is a dip test with a diff erence, producing lab-style results instantly on a smartphone or tablet. This includes measuring for all good quality inhibitors, indications of corrosion, and pH levels to give a clearer picture of what is going on in the system. Installers can take a water sample, dip the dedicated test strips, hold them against the test card, then simply scan them via the ProCheck app to receive immediate results. The advanced technology then relays recommended actions to the user’s phone within seconds, which can help bring the issue to life for the homeowner and allow remedial actions to be discussed without delay.
How much inhibitor do I need?
Firstly, it’s important to note that inhibitor protects against corrosion– it does not remove it. If a system already has sludge forming, a full system fl ush will usually be required. You can then top-up with inhibitor to keep the system running effi ciently and preventing a build-up of corrosion in future. The amount of inhibitor needed varies from one brand to another. For
example, because ADEY’s MC1+ Protector is a highly concentrated formula, a 500ml bottle will treat up to 125 litres of water in a system. With 98% of UK heating systems using less than 125 litres, one bottle is all that is needed to treat most systems.
How do I demonstrate to the homeowner that this is the best course of action?
If the homeowner would like reassurance from a third party that the recommendations you are giving to them is correct, it’s a good idea to use resources from manufacturers and suppliers to back up your proposals. ProCheck can help you to show customers visually what is going on in their system, on-the-spot. The instant lab-style results means that action can be agreed without delay, reducing the need for return visits, and keeping costs down for homeowners. You can also use ProCheck after you have completed the job, to show the customer that the action you have taken has made a demonstrable diff erence. By fully removing the sludge from the system and by introducing chemicals that will continue to keep sludge at bay, you are reducing the chances of the customer’s boiler breaking down and ensuring that their radiators reach optimal performance.
Heating engineers are busy, particularly at this time of year. But it’s important that when we go out to a job we aren’t being blinkered by the immediate problem of a broken-down appliance. During our training courses, we try to remind installers to think about the whole system in their initial assessment of a heating issue. Quite often, poor water quality is a key factor in the breakdown of an appliance and this needs to be resolved to prevent the system shutting down again.
ver the recent past, we have seen advancements in online learning with training courses now being off ered online. Online courses have made regular training more accessible. These are some advantages.
Update your knowledge
The plumbing and heating industry requires employees to keep up to date with their knowledge, regularly refresh their skills and be aware of new legislation and industry information. Training courses are vital in assisting with this and online courses can be reactive to changes within the industry and are designed specifi cally to focus on key areas of industry development.
You choose your location
They can be undertaken wherever is most convenient for you, if you have suitable facilities. Usually, online learning will just require a quiet room where you can clearly hear any audio, access to the internet and a laptop/PC.
A time that suits you
The ability to upskill without too much disruption to your daily routine is a huge benefi t of online learning. Ours are shorter courses that are no longer than 10-12 hours over a fi ve-day period. Each day is given a two- hour timeslot where the training will be completed which has the added advantage for installers of not having to take a whole day off .
Networking opportunity
Online platforms are set up to enable participants to easily converse and interact with each other and this can create a great community feel. The ease of access means that people from all over the country can have an opportunity to network with others from you may not have met otherwise.
BPEC Approved
APHC has worked closely with training provider BPEC to ensure training and assessments can be delivered remotely. BPEC is a specialised provider of industry recognised training courses and assessments so you can be sure that you are receiving the most up to date industry information and qualifi cations. Previous delegate, Damon Blakemore (BPH), said: ‘I really enjoyed the
course, and the teacher Graeme Dryden was knowledgeable. I like the fact it could be done online, and it was the best G3 course I’ve ever done’. The APHC 2022 programme of courses include: Legionella Cold Water Risk Assessment & Disinfection, Domestic Hot Water Storage Systems (Unvented) and Sanitary and Above Ground Drainage. Visit
www.aphc.co.uk/training-
courses or call 0121 711 5030 for more information.
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