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Instantor Products Now Available At Duftons Plumbing And Heating Supplies
17/09/26
Industrial Associate, Plumbing, HVAC, Product
Instantor has strengthened its presence in the North of England through Duftons Plumbing and Heating Supplies. As part of Instantor's partnership with the Plumbing Heating Group (PHG), Duftons now stocks the market-leading Instantor Press System, alongside R-Press fittings, which are designed specifically for air conditioning and refrigeration applications.
From Calculation to Commissioning: An Installer’s Heat Pump Journey
17/09/26
Industrial Associate, Heat pumps, Renewables
As the UK heating market accelerates towards low‑carbon technologies, many electrical and renewables specialists are taking their first steps into air source heat pumps (ASHPs). For Warwickshire-based KS Connexions, that transition has been shaped by experience, careful planning and a strong focus on getting it right first time.
Calling all Heating Installers, HVAC Engineers, Plumbers and Apprentices – Entries open for the Installer Awards 2027
16/09/26
Awards, Events, Competition
Become our next winners! Entries are now open for the Installer Awards 2027, with heating installers, HVAC engineers, plumbers and apprentices from across the UK invited to showcase their skills and compete for some of the industry's most prestigious accolades.
Roper Rhodes Trade Solutions launches its first-ever Kitchen Mixer
03/09/26
Industrial Associate, Plumbing, Bathroom, Product
Roper Rhodes Trade Solutions has expanded its brassware offering with the launch of its first-ever kitchen sink mixer, introducing a practical, installer-focused solution that combines dependable performance with exceptional value.
Commercial buildings urged to tackle the energy literally going down the drain
03/09/26
Industrial Associate, Water efficiency, Sustainability, Low carbon energy
Hotels, leisure operators and other commercial buildings with high levels of shower use are being urged to consider Waste Water Heat Recovery (WWHR) as a simple way to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions – with the technology capable of delivering a rapid return on investment in high-use settings.
Powered Now Receptionist - "Missed calls cost you money” - now available on iOS and Android and Web.
02/09/26
Business Support, Industrial Associate, Efficiency
Powered Now, the UK software company built for trade businesses, has launched Powered Now Receptionist, designed to immediately engage with customers even when tradespeople are on the tools.
Construction inclusion coalition named delivery partner for #BCDC2027
26/08/26
Events, Inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion
New partnership strengthens The Big Construction Diversity Challenge’s focus on inclusion, opportunity and industry-wide action as team entries open for 2027.
Lawton Tubes launches online technical hub for installers on the job
21/08/26
Industrial Associate, Training, Technical advice, HVAC
Installers can now access a wealth of interactive tools and resources for copper and stainless steel from their phone while on a job following a major digital overhaul by a global copper supplier.
London Construction Awards 2026 Opens Categories for Retrofit, Low-Carbon Heating and Building Performance
21/08/26
Awards, Events, Construction industry, Competition
Entries are now open for the London Construction Awards (LCA) 2026, the annual celebration of the projects, people, products and teams shaping the UK's built environment. This year's expanded categories give HVAC specialists and building services teams a dedicated route to recognition for work on decarbonisation, retrofit and energy performance. Entry is free, and the deadline for submissions is Friday 4 September 2026.