2024 March

Mandatory CPD topics introduced by CIBSE
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) has introduced mandatory CPD topics for its members.

Three new members welcomed by BPMA
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) has welcomed three new members to its ranks.

Gripple achieves carbon neutrality over UK operations
Gripple, which manufactures suspension solutions for construction, has released its 2022 Sustainability Progress Report which reveals that the company has achieved carbon neutral for its UK operations.

Baxi has announced the ready availability of CIBSE Technical Memorandum 65 Embodied carbon in building services calculation documents for the entire Heatrae Sadia Multipoint electric water heater series.

MBS prize draw winner announced
The winner of the Modern Building Services 2023 Prize Draw has been revealed as Adam Granger of consultants RPS.

THE Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) has appointed a new Vice-President and three new additions to its Management Committee.

BESA appoints first head of business development
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has appointed Simon Lunt as its first Head of Business Development as part of a wider strategic review.

Domus Ventilation appoints new contractor sales managers
Ventilation systems manufacturer Domus Ventilation has announced the arrival of three new Contractor Sales Managers.

Heatly appoints new Technical Manager
Heat pump expert, Paul Spence, has been appointed as Technical Manager for heatly, a new app and supporting software company which is currently in development.

New Sustainability Director for Wates Group
Wates Group, a family-owned development, building and property maintenance company, has appointed Cressida Curtis as its new Group Sustainability Director.

Specifying and the safeguarding of students
Richard Bateman, Product Marketing Manager at RWC, explores the key role plumbing and heating systems play when it comes to meeting the needs of school building occupants.

The next step for renewable heating
James Chaplen, Head of Product Marketing and Communications for Mitsubishi Electric, explains why it’s imperative to educate and stay abreast of new technology.

How to help the UK play heat network catch-up
Charlie Mowbray, Senior Product Manager, Ideal Heating – Commercial, discusses the dos and don’ts of achieving an efficient, future proofed heat network.

Fast-tracking low-carbon tech projects
Karolina Younger, Chief Product Officer at Jumptech, explains how installation technology can enable contractors, installers, project managers and M&E professionals more confidence to install low-carbon technology at scale.

Why early engagement with Net Zero pays off
Rob Erwood, Commercial Sales and Specification Director at Baxi, looks at some of the ways manufacturers can help support the drive for net zero buildings.

Five fundamentals for the next 12 months
As the UK energy landscape continues to undergo major changes, Team Energy’s Head of Consultancy, Timothy Holman, explores the crucial events to keep an eye on over the next 12 months.

The long-term effects of HVAC gas leaks
Shaun Evers, Managing Director of Stonegate Instruments, explains why it’s imperative to stay on top of HVAC gases.

HVAC equipment supplier Exi-tite has developed a self-contained potable hot water system using the latest heat pump technology with AI capabilities.

Siemens has introduced three new wireless room sensors as part of its ongoing development of the company’s expanding IoT range.

Kooltherm pipe insulation on target at Wembley Park
The 633 apartments at Madison, Quintain’s 85-acre Wembley Park development, are all connected to a district heating network with secondary pipework insulated using Kingspan Kooltherm pipe insulation.

Keston’s new stainless-steel High-Rise Flue Kit provides a simple and compliant solution for high-rise buildings.

Nuaire expands Xboxer heat recovery range
Nuaire has expanded its Xboxer heat recovery range with the addition of the UNI-X unit, which has now been rebranded to Xboxer Universal.

Considered approach needed to avoid indoor pollution
Jason Bennett, national Business Development Manager for service partners at Zehnder Group UK explains why effective building installation is critical for ensuring occupants’ wellbeing.

Finalists announced for the 2025 Pump Industry Awards
The Pump Industry Awards has revealed its highly anticipated finalists for 2025, showcasing the very best in innovation, performance and contribution across the pump sector. The winners will be celebrated at the prestigious gala dinner on Thursday 13th March at the Hilton Hotel, St. Georges Park in Burton on Trent.
Electrical businesses brace for project delays in 2025
The latest quarterly Building Engineering Business Survey (BEBS) has revealed that close to two thirds (63%) of electrotechnical and engineering services businesses are worried about delays to projects and the impact this can have on cashflow.