PHAM NEWS | OCTOBER 2026 38 Product News Oil tank is slimmed down


Designed for properties where space is limited, the Tuffa 1250SLB Ultra Slim Tank has a width of 600mm while providing 1,250 litres of oil storage capacity. Its narrow profile can help make


delivery and installation possible in locations where access is restricted, including through standard garden gates and along narrow pathways. The tank is the latest addition to


Tuffa’s domestic heating oil range. The company has phased out its petrol and large commercial steel tank ranges as it focuses production


on its core domestic products. Tuffa is continuing to


manufacture its FirePro fire-rated oil tank range for installations where additional fire protection is required. The 1250SLB is designed to


provide a higher storage capacity without requiring the footprint of a wider tank. Its 600mm width may be particularly relevant for installers working on properties with limited outdoor space or restricted access. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1026/84


Cast iron radiators with more to offer


The Aston radiator from The Radiator Company combines traditional style with a high level of finish and design detail. Now available in four new finishes, specifiers can select from Smoked Grey, Velvet Black, Foundry Iron and Stone White in addition to the standard colours. Each cast iron Aston radiator is hand-finished to highlight the material’s natural depth and texture. “The epitome of traditional


heating, cast iron radiators are a must for any period restoration


Flush system helps meet efficiency requirements


Vado’s concealed cisterns, pneumatic flush plates and WC frames are designed to help installers and specifiers meet water-efficiency requirements while providing flexibility in installation and bathroom design. Toilet flushing accounts for


around 25% of average daily household water use in the UK, according to SES Water. Vado’s dual flush system allows flush volumes to be reduced from the standard 6/3 litres to 4/2.6 litres, providing a route to compliance with Part G of the UK Building Regulations. Jordan Cook, head of product


management at Vado, says: “Water regulations rightly continue to tighten, and specifiers need products that make compliance simple rather than something to work around. We designed our flush systems so reducing volume to meet Part G is a straightforward option, not a compromise on how the product looks or performs.” The reduced setting saves 1.2


litres per flush, equivalent to around 2,190 litres a year based on


five flushes per person per day. Vado’s pneumatic flush


plates have finished internals and are available with round or rectangular buttons in a range of finishes. The WC frames use corrosion-resistant steel, support up to 400kg and offer up to 250mm height adjustment. The range is WRAS-approved, complies with EN 14055:2018 and carries a six-year guarantee. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1026/88


More choice added across shower enclosures range


A further 95 products have been added to the Merlyn Vivid collection, expanding the range of shower enclosure and wetroom solutions available through PJH’s Bathrooms to Love portfolio. The expanded collection includes


project,” says Richard Lister, national sales manager at The Radiator Company. “Every Aston radiator is carefully crafted using specialist painting, burnishing and polishing techniques to enhance the form and character of the cast iron. Now, with the additional


exclusive finishes – there is even greater design freedom and choice to achieve a timeless, refined and traditional aesthetic.” The Aston radiator is available


with 2, 3, 4 and 6 columns options to suit requirements. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1026/85


sliding, pivot and bi-fold doors, quadrants and offset quadrants, corner-entry options and flexible wetroom configurations. Vivid Wetroom and Vivid Boost also introduce Brushed Brass and Matt Black finishes, alongside traditional Chrome, giving retailers more choice for coordinated bathroom schemes. Key features across the new


collections include an easy-fit pre-assembled frame, Mershield Stayclear glass treatment for easier cleaning, 6mm toughened safety glass and a 1900mm glass panel height. The products are also covered by a Lifetime Guarantee. Kim Cooper, product and


marketing director at PJH, says: “The continued expansion of the range, including the latest enclosure and wetroom products and new Brushed Brass and Matt Black finishes, gives retailers even more choice from a brand they know and trust.” ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1026/86


Wall-hung WC is a one-person installation


The new generation of Laufen’s PRO collection includes EasyFit 3.0, a top-mounting fixing system for wall-hung WCs designed to allow installation by one person. Installation involves securing the mounting plate to


the wall, hooking in the fastening elements to match the hole spacing, then sliding the toilet into position. The element is dropped into the mounting holes from above and tightened using an Allen key. The system requires minimal tools and allows work to be carried out from above rather than at floor level. The seat and lid fastening allows 7mm of movement


in all directions to accommodate ceramic tolerances. PRO X is compatible with existing PRO A and PRO S schemes, while its basins work with BASE 2.0 and JUNA furniture. The WC range is rimless and features SilentFlush 2.0, with sound-insulation pads for wall-


mounted units. The collection is designed for both new installations


and retrofit projects. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1026/87


M-profile copper fittings meet demand


Conex Bänninger is reporting that it has seen unprecedented demand for its <A> Press copper fitting range with stockists selling out over the summer. <A> Press copper is suited to heating system


applications and hot and cold water applications. It was officially launched in January this year in response to feedback from trade professionals wanting Conex Bänninger to introduce an M-Profile range to complement its extensive product portfolio and established >B< Profile catalogue. Martin Smith, business unit director – UK & Ireland, says: “M-Profile is


the leading profile in the UK press-fit market and introducing our own high-quality products, backed up by a 25-year guarantee, was long overdue and made sound commercial sense. We now need to step up the number of units being manufactured to fulfil existing demand.” Compatible with most M-Profile jaws,


<A> Press Copper has been designed to provides quick installation with a reliable two-point press for permanent, flame-free connections. Available in 15-54 mm sizes, it has a 16-bar/110°C rating and


holds WRAS and DVGW approvals. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/1026/89


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