PHAM NEWS | OCTOBER 2025 38 Product News


Expanding options for heat network applications


Baxi has expanded its AquaHeat Heat Interface Unit (HIU) range with the launch of the AquaHeat HD/HWI Direct HIU. With the new model, the AquaHeat range can now provide solutions across the whole HIU market, supplying models suited to both high and low-rise apartments, and communal and campus heat networks. This is in addition to utility and commercial spaces within these developments. Baxi can off er HIU users


Heat Meters and its Mercurius connected platform, a secure and responsive web portal that’s accessible from any device. This service off ers a range of benefi ts, including remote fault diagnostics, increasing fi rst-time visit success, and remote monitoring and control of each individual HIU settings to prevent heat network performance drift.


The AquaHeat HD/HWI is the fi rst Direct HIU to pass BESA V3 2023,


a mandatory HIU requirement with the incoming Heat Network Technical Assurance Scheme (HNTAS) Technical Standard and current requirement of CIBSE CP1 Heat Networks: Code of Practice for the UK. Sam Marks, product manager at Baxi, comments: “This certifi cation


sets this new model apart from its market competitors in terms of performance and heat loss reduction. Baxi can now off er support throughout the entire heating projects cycle, from feasibility studies and system design to commissioning and service support. We off er expert advice and services to help customers manage projects from initial concept to commissioning and ongoing HIU servicing.” ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1025/90


Redesigned for modern building needs


An updated version of DAB Pumps’ Evoplus electronic circulator range has been introduced for use in heating, hot water and air conditioning systems. The circulators use variable-speed inverter technology to adjust motor output, reducing energy consumption. A protective cataphoretic coating guards against corrosion in damp or high-condensation environments, while the latest small model now includes added separation between motor and electronics. Ease of operation has also been a focus, with a four-button LCD


interface and plug-in connections to simplify installation. The range spans from the compact Evoplus Small, delivering fl ow rates up to 12 m3


/h, to the twin-pump Evoplus Twin at 147 m3 /h. Sanitary


models are available for potable water, and all variants can link with building management systems and DAB’s DConnect platform. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1025/91


Glass roller defl ector to stop overspray


Designed to create a larger showering area and to prevent overspray from splashing out of the enclosure, Kudos has introduced a retrofi ttable glass roller defl ector panel for its range of Ultimate showering panels. This new and robust roller


defl ector is 500mm wide and comes in both 8mm and 10mm toughened safety glass to suit their fl exible Ultimate8 and Ultimate10 showering collections. Available with fi ttings in four coloured fi nishes, chrome, matt black, brushed brass and brushed nickel, the panel is 1,985mm in height and the glass is treated with Lifeshield for easy cleaning. These new panels can be used to create corner or recess options


Complete control at home or away


Extending its family of heating control products, Alpha has launched the Touch Wi-Fi Thermostat, a new wireless solution which enables users to have complete control over their heating at home and on the go. With the enforcement of stricter building effi ciency standards and increasing demands for smart tech integration in homes, the Alpha Touch is designed with convenience in mind. Compatible with both iOS and


Android devices, Alpha Touch allows users to quickly adjust their heating temperature through the app. Its geolocation fencing automatically adjusts heating when users arrive or leave home, while its optimised start feature ensures the heating system is ready when needed, thereby


Flexible hoses for heat pumps


Components designed for use in heat pump installations have been launched by Instantor as part of its Paktermo range. The new HP hoses are fl exible stainless steel pipes supplied in 10m coils. They feature a corrugated design for easier positioning of outdoor units, along with closed-cell insulation to reduce heat loss and a


reducing energy waste and maximising energy effi ciency.


“The Alpha Touch takes heating


control one step further,” says Darran Smith, technical manager at Alpha. “It’s a completely wireless system that gives occupants complete control of their heating via the app, whether they’re at home or out and about. For specifi ers, it’s the ideal thermostat control for projects where energy effi ciency, ease of installation, and smart integration are priorities.” The Alpha Touch is fully Boiler Plus


compliant and has been designed to meet the needs of both new build and


refurbishment projects. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1025/93


and can be installed to open either to the left or right. They feature a stylish fi nger pull handle to assist with opening and closing and are supplied with a trimmable runner so that they can be used on


Wider choice of designs unveiled


The laminate bathroom wall panelling collection from Showerwall has been enhanced with the addition of 25 new décors alongside a new high-performance waterproof coreboard. The expanded décor line gives


UV-resistant outer layer for outdoor durability. The stainless steel structure helps absorb vibration and pressure fl uctuations, while


also off ering resistance to rust and corrosion. Instantor has also introduced Paktermo Push-Fit fi ttings, which connect directly to the hoses and can be installed by pushing onto the pipe and tightening with a wrench. The fi ttings are designed to provide a secure connection that can be disassembled when required. Supporting accessories, such as fi xing brackets and insulation tape, are also available as part of the system. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1025/94


installers and their customers a wider choice of fi nishes, ranging from marble and natural stone to timber grains and tile eff ects. Standout designs include Onyx, Travertine and Chevron, with colourways spanning vibrant teal and bronze through to softer greys, creams and whites. The new décors have been


introduced across the Laminate Collection, with 17 joining Majestic, three entering Impression, two in Original and four new Tile designs. Meanwhile, the introduction


of a 100% waterproof coreboard means installers can now choose from Showerwall products with a hydrocore, plywood or exterior grade MDF coreboard depending on their preference. The new Hydrocore off ering, which will be utilised across


premium designs from Showerwall’s Majestic Collection, is crafted from high-performance polyurethane to resist impact, moisture and mould. Katie Cope, head of Showerwall,


says: “A big focus for Showerwall is giving customers the best choice on the market – whether that’s designs, coreboards or accessories, and the new Laminate decors certainly deliver on that front.” ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1025/95


enclosures as small as 1,200mm and as large as 2,000mm. This new product is manufactured in the UK and comes with a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1025/92


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