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Kensa unveils an evolutionary new heat pump for 2017

Kensa Heat Pumps, the UKs confirmed leading supplier of ground source heat pumps, has released details of a brand-new ‘Evo’ series, which claims to deliver significantly improved efficiencies.  

Manufactured in Cornwall, the new Evo ground source heat pump series builds upon Kensa’seighteen years of experience designing heat pumps specifically for British properties.

Simon Lomax, Managing Director comments:

“The Kensa Evo represents a significant step forward and is a testimony to the ingenuity of an engineering team which focuses exclusively on ground source heat pumps.  The Evo series is more efficient and we have also worked hard to reduce noise levels to industry-leading levels.  And we have not forgotten that the Evo must be simple-to-install and maintain.”

HomeServe named in the UK’s top three best places to work

HomeServe named in the UK’s top three best places to work

Independent jobs and recruiting site, Glassdoor’s UK “Best Places to Work” list the only one based solely on the input of employees voluntarily providing feedback.

 

HomeServe named above Google, Apple and John Lewis in this year’s “Best Places to Work” list

HomeServe has today been named as one of the UK’s top three best companies to work for.

The UK home assistance provider, which has 2,900 employees and offices in Walsall, London, Preston, Nottingham and Banbury, was awarded third place in Glassdoor’s “Best Places to Work” list, the only UK study of workplaces based solely on the input of employees voluntarily providing feedback.

The benefits of using a water conditioner

The benefits of using a water conditioner

James Ridout, UK Director at Aquabion® UK Ltd reviews the problems with limescale and discusses the benefits of using a water conditioner system.

 

The problem with limescale

Much of Great Britain is made up of limestone and chalk, with more than 60% of homes in the UK being supplied with hard water. Hard water is water that contains a high concentration of the dissolved minerals calcium and magnesium. Whilst there are benefits to hard water, when it evaporates, it leaves behind calcium carbonate deposits. Otherwise known as limescale, these deposits stick to any surface and can accumulate quickly, causing endless household and plumbing problems.

 

InSinkErator® goes for gold

InSinkErator® goes for gold

Metallic finishes in the home have become increasingly popular over the last few years, with gold taps making its debut. InSinkErator® has embraced this trend and taken it into the kitchen, with the introduction of the brand new Brushed Gold, L Shape 3N1 steaming hot water tap.
 
Following the launch of the Anthracite and Satin Black finishes, the new Brushed Gold is the latest addition to the iconic L Shape range of steaming hot water taps. The Brushed Gold 3N1 extends the recently launched, exclusive Showroom Collection, boosting the collection to four 3N1 steaming hot water taps.

 

The world’s first gas heat pump for domestic use is now available in the UK

ESS (Environmental Site Supplies) is pleased to announce the launch of the world’s first gas heat pump for domestic and small commercial use.  The Robur K18 is an 18kW mini gas-powered heat pump that offers temperatures up to 65 °C for heating and up to 70 °C for domestic hot water.  The K18 is aimed at larger or period domestic properties, and is also ideal for small commercial installations, such as schools, church halls and care homes. A hybrid version, with an integrated boiler, offers a 37kW output and is available early in 2017.
 

North East pump manufacturer invests in staff training

North East pump manufacturer invests in staff training

Shower pump manufacturer Salamander Pumps is strengthening its commitment to customer service, innovation and product development, with an in-house apprenticeship programme that has seen its first student graduate into a permanent role, while seven of its staff are combining work with studying for qualifications.
 
The Sunderland-based company’s wide range of brass, shower-specific and whole-house pumps includes HomeBoost, the regulations-compliant intelligent mains booster pump that can deliver 1.6 bar with a flow rate of 12 litres a minute, even with a combi boiler.

‘Spa-luxe’ Bathroom Heating by Vogue (UK)

‘Spa-luxe’ Bathroom Heating by Vogue (UK)

We all know it’s the finer details that can make a bathroom ooze sophistication and luxury, and now you can evoke the very same indulgence of a 5* resort or spa in the comfort of your own  home…

Leading British Heating Manufacturer Vogue (UK) has created a stylish way to warm your fluffy towels, velvety bath robe or some of your more delicate garments this winter season with the Stendy and Stendy Quad Towel Warmers: both part of its Contemporary Collection.

 

‘Spa-luxe’ Bathroom Heating by Vogue (UK)

‘Spa-luxe’ Bathroom Heating by Vogue (UK)

We all know it’s the finer details that can make a bathroom ooze sophistication and luxury, and now you can evoke the very same indulgence of a 5* resort or spa in the comfort of your own  home…

Leading British Heating Manufacturer Vogue (UK) has created a stylish way to warm your fluffy towels, velvety bath robe or some of your more delicate garments this winter season with the Stendy and Stendy Quad Towel Warmers: both part of its Contemporary Collection.