Plumb Centre ‘s new Swindon branch was opened by Mayor of Swindon, Councillor Imtiyaz Shaikh.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme
applications on track for ‘record year’
The Government has reported that August 2024 is the fourth- highest month for applications via the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) since the launch of the heat pump incentive in 2022. It found that 2,890 submissions were received during August 2024 to apply for a grant of £7,500 towards installing a heat pump.
Ian Rippin, chief executive of the Microgeneration Certification Scheme accreditation body, said the latest data on the BUS showed rising demand for heat pumps.
He said: “So far, over 40,000 heat pumps have been installed in 2024, inching closer to last year’s record of 40,426 installations.” “While we’re on track for another record-breaking year, we need further industry progress to meet the government’s target of 600,000 heat pump installations annually by 2028.” Rippin emphasised the importance of the BUS in driving heat pump adoption, stating that the £7,500 grant remains a crucial incentive for homeowners and small business owners considering a shift to low carbon heating. The latest figure was more than double the number of applications received over the same period in 2023. However, Interest in the incentive for August was slightly down on the demand seen during the previous month, when 3,047 applications were received. The figures outlined a number of other trends with regards to the incentive that aims to encourage more homes across England to install heat pumps.
Jewson has launched its first Transport Hub, at its Craigentinny branch in Edinburgh.
Lords has completed the sale and lease back of its George Lines branch at Heathrow.
Huws Gray Group launches a long term commitment to sustainability
Huws Gray Group has published its inaugural annual sustainability report. The report looks forward to future ambitions, including targets and areas of focus for the Group and gives a transparent overview of the Group’s 2023 performance in the areas of environment, social and governance.
Daksh Gupta, Group CEO Huws Gray Group, said: “A renewed focus on sustainability was one of my immediate priorities for Huws Gray Group when I became CEO
of the business earlier this year. Like many businesses, we have much to do but I am extremely heartened by the steps we have already taken.
Beesley & Fildes offers new render tinting service
Beesley & Fildes has invested in a new render tinting machine in its Walkden branch in Salford. The equipment, which can
process six litres per minute, can create render in any RAL colour and also be used to tint masonry paint. Ray Bradshaw, sales
representative at Beesley & Fildes Walkden branch, said: “We’ve opted for one of the most advanced pieces of machinery on the market to enhance our render offer for customers. The tinting process takes just minutes providing a very efficient, high-
quality service for applicators as well as DIYers.
“The equipment is already
proving very popular and we expect this demand to increase further in the coming months. Rising brick costs combined with a potential uptick in housebuilding is likely to increase the use of render, particularly for timber frame construction.
“Our investment also ensures we can serve customers seeking to cost-effectively refresh their existing properties. From pea green and sunset yellow through to anthracite grey.”
Wilo launches ‘Compliance Checker’ service to tackle unsafe pumps issue
Wilo has launched a new service to help installers check the pumps they are fitting are safe for use and compliant with the Energy-related Products (ErP) regulation.
Since January 1 2022, heating circulation
pumps, also known as heating circulators, sold in the UK market must meet the ErP regulations. To
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meet these regulations, they must have an energy efficiency index (EEI) of ≤ 0.23, as well as conform to other design standards.
Andy Thompson, national sales manager – plumbing and heating at Wilo UK, said: “We
recognise installers are busy, and figuring out whether the pumps they are using are compliant or
The strategy has four central pillars, which are described in detail in the report: • People: Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, diverse and growth focused workplace. • Planet: Dedicated to a sustainable future that supports net zero • Products: Commitment to promoting responsible production and consumption practices • Principles: Commitment to being principled and ethical business.
Customers can use the new
render tinting service by visiting the Walkden depot or placing an order via any of Beesley & Fildes’ branches in Birkenhead, Warrington, Huyton, Liverpool, Chester, Widnes, Radcliffe, and Swinton.
not should be the least of their worries. By simply sending us a picture of the label and relevant supporting documentation, we’ll be able to check if the pump labelling conforms to the ErP legislation, what the EEI of the pump is, and if the pump runs on outdated technology, which is a mark of non-compliance.” The new ‘Compliance Checker’ service from Wilo, the efficiency- first pump manufacturer, is dedicated to tackling this issue. To help installers understand if the pumps are compliant before they fit them.
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