Latest Boilers - Gas News
Plumb Center launches micro-CHP training
The UK’s first micro-CHP course has been launched by Plumb Center at Greenbuild Expo. The one-day training coursewill be available in three training centres across the UK and covers both the theoretical and practical aspects of installing, commissioning and maintaining a Baxi micro-CHP boiler for domestic applications. Baxi Ecogen uses a free piston Stirling engine to generate up to 1kW electricity while it is providing space heating and hot w... [more]
F-Gas Legislation : gas engineers still not trained to the required standards
According to Develop Training, still thousands gas engineers still not trained to the required F-Gas standards. Mark Dougall, Director at Develop Training, explained: “Many engineers did not comply with the July 2011 deadline and many are now working illegally. We are worried about this for two reasons - not only could individuals be fined if they don’t gain their qualifications but we may also see a shortage of engineers able to legally under... [more]
Return of the worm
Installers are being offered a value for money pick ‘n’ mix deal on Glow-worm boilers across over 490 Plumb Center branches nationwide. When installers buy either a Glow-worm Flexicom, or Ultracom boiler from the merchant they will get a free flue or 15mm copper pipe tube in to the bargain. With all boiler installations requiring a flue, and copper piping used across the board, Plumb Center is ensuring that customers get the very best valu... [more]
UK renewable energy projects go head-to-head for honours in national sustainable technology awards
Ground-breaking renewable energy projects across the UK are set to compete for top honours in a national sustainable energy awards. The finalists in the National Heat Pump Awards 2012, announced today (see below), are the forerunners in a new approach to harnessing low carbon renewable energy that is starting to challenge the supremacy of the traditional gas boiler, as a means of heating homes and buildings. This year’s finalists include a ... [more]
Remeha unveils new-look website
UK heating specialist, Remeha, is proud to announce the launch of its new-look website. The streamlined site provides quick and easy access to essential information using a split interface for installers and homeowners. “We cater for two very different customer-bases, installers and householders,” explains David Cook, UK Sales Director. “The feedback so far has been extremely positive, as our customers are finding what they want quickly and ... [more]
Other Boilers - Gas news and reviews
Obama Warms to Energy Industry by Supporting Natural Gas
Huddled around the West Wing tablewere an unlikely group of co-conspirators with theadministration of U.S. President Barack Obama . One participant had been fighting Obama's proposal to raisetaxes by $24 ...
Itera International Energy Company Seeks to Help Housing, Utility Companies Alleviate Gas Debt
MOSCOW, May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Though Itera International Energy Company is known primarily for the energy services it offers throughout Russia and the United States, the company recently made headlines ...
Climate Change is Leading to Rapid Boiler Innovation According to Boiler Guide
LEICESTER, UNITED KINGDOM-- - Changes to the world's climate and the ongoing activity surrounding climate change has had a significant impact upon boiler innovation according to Boiler Guide, the UK's ...
Purdue unveils new energy plan
Purdue officials presented a new Comprehensive Energy Master Plan on Monday that calls for $33.1 million to be used to upgrade coal-burning boilers to natural gas.
Some wood boilers can’t be used after Dec. 31
BRATTLEBORO -- Many older outdoor wood-fired boilers that are not certified to meet Vermont’s emissions standards are required by law to be permanently retired by the end of 2012. They include boilers that are located within 200 feet of a residence, school or healthcare facility, which are not serviced by the boiler.
Gas Malaysia launches prospectus, aims to raise RM734.45 million
KUCHING: Gas Malaysia Bhd (Gas Malaysia) the sole licenced distributor of natural gas in Peninsular Malaysia launched its [...]
Baileyville mill completes switch to natural gas
BAILEYVILLE, Maine (NEWS CENTER) --- In a sign of how Maine's energy picture is changing, the Woodland Pulp Mill in Baileyville is running entirely on a new source of fuel.
About 750,000 households escape fuel poverty in 2010
LONDON (Reuters) - About 750,000 households were lifted out of fuel poverty in 2010 due to rising incomes among cash-strapped consumers and lower consumption following the roll out of energy efficient boilers, helped by stable energy prices, the government said. The latest report on fuel poverty statistics by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) shows that the number of households ...
Don't Neglect Your Boiler this Summer
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM-- - Not servicing your boiler regularly can lead to potentially expensive repairs and a loss in energy efficiency. However, in some extreme cases it can even make your boiler dangerous ...
U strives for clean energy sources
By: Rebecca Harrington The University of Minnesota used coal for less than 1 percent of its total energy production since last June. The Southeast Steam Plant, which heats the University’s East and West banks usually relies on coal boilers to produce steam, using natural gas only on the coldest days. But with this year’s unusually warm winter requiring less steam production and low gas prices ...
