BOILERS, PUMPS & VALVES
LVING THE BOILER UPGRADE O FUTURE
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together device control and reporting in one place, uniting disparate home technologies into a cohesive ecosystem that delivers both simplicity and optimal efficiency for customers,
therefore reducing costs. Immediately, this simplifies the technology and brings immense value to the consumer. Timing matters significantly in the transition to
low-carbon heating. We notice that, for us, spring and summer heat pump installations are most popular, as heat pump upgrades are planned during heating system downtime, when their installation causes minimal disruption to households. Furthermore, energy providers have a crucial role
to play through specialised offerings. Tailored energy tariffs (already common for solar and EV)
designed specifically for heat pump users could provide tangible financial benefits, making adoption more attractive. One of the most important elements for
the low carbon heating market is consistency, because over the last few years there have been multiple grant and policy changes. And whilst some have been very positive, for example, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant increases – the market needs consistency to provide consumers, installers and manufacturers with confidence in low carbon heating technologies. We’re looking forward to the upcoming Warm
Homes Plan Strategy, which will set out the Government’s long-term vision for how we will decarbonise UK homes and reduce energy bills over the next five years. This plan, once confirmed, will provide much needed clarity and give homeowners and the industry that much needed confidence that this technology really is the future. The challenge of widespread heat pump adoption isn’t technological, because the innovation is there. The solution to driving uptake requires reimagining consumer engagement, energy pricing structures and Government support. This holistic approach represents our best chance to transform residential and commercial heating at the pace climate urgency demands, creating comfortable, efficient homes
while dramatically reducing carbon emissions.
LOOKING TO THE FUTURE As we move forward, collaboration between industry, Government and consumers will be essential in meeting our climate goals. The BUS represents an important first step, but its evolution must continue to address the practical challenges that homeowners face when considering the switch to low-carbon heating. The decision to extend the scheme to cover heat batteries is exciting news, and I hope homeowners, given another technology choice, will feel encouraged to make the switch. Through innovative partnerships, strategic
Government interventions, and comprehensive consumer education, we can ensure that the transition to sustainable heating is not just an environmental necessity but the best choice for every UK homeowner. The heat pump revolution is underway, but its success will depend on our ability to make these technologies accessible, affordable and appropriate for the diverse housing stock that characterises the UK landscape. By working together, we can bridge the current divide and create a warmer, more sustainable future for all.
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TECHNOLOGY IN ACTION - ADVERTORIAL
New Ideal Heating Commercial CPD provides invaluable advice on surveying the modern plant room
The latest CIBSE-approved CPD from Ideal Heating Commercial – the UK’s market leader of high efficiency commercial heating solutions – is focussed firmly on the modern plant room. It addresses plant room surveying, along with the evolution of the plant room and heat source technology over recent years brought about, in part, through legislation and product innovation.
‘Surveying the modern plant room - from boilers to heat pumps’ CPD provides invaluable advice on the various stages involved in surveying a plant room; from assessment and the requirements for a replacement heat source, through to the potential risks associated with heating system replacement and how to identify these.
With Ideal Heating Commercial pioneering practical solutions for decarbonising commercial heating, the new CPD concentrates on modern, energy-efficient plant room retrofits using heat pumps. Hybrid systems, which include heat pumps with modern condensing gas boilers as a back-up, are also addressed as an alternative solution where heat pumps alone are not feasible.
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The new CPD also looks at latest legislation and regulations, and touches on best practice when commissioning.
This new CPD, ‘Surveying the modern plant room - from boilers to heat pumps,’ is suitable for all levels of mechanical engineers from graduate through to senior, director and associate, sustainability engineers, building services engineers, engineering technicians, incorporated engineers, chartered engineers and YEN Young Engineers, as well as building contractors and consultants.
Commenting on the release of the new CPD, Richard Brown, Head of Specification at Ideal Heating Commercial, said: “With the heating industry undergoing change as we move towards decarbonisation, how we approach and survey a plant room must also be modified. Our new CPD addresses the requirement to decarbonise heating systems and improve energy efficiency from an understanding that, in many circumstances, heat pumps alone may not be viable, and we may need to consider a hybrid approach. The CPD helps engineers to look at the overall plant room and decide upon the most effective approach.”
This latest CIBSE-approved CPD joins Ideal Heating Commercial’s expanding collection of educational resources, which cover the latest industry developments and provides advice on new ways to add value, performance and efficiency to customer heating projects. Further CPDs address low carbon systems, heat networks and heat interface units, heat pump refrigerants, and boiler heat exchanger materials.
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