ECOPROCAL STORAGE HEATER CALCULATOR
Installers fitting electric storage heaters can find support with the Elnur ecoProCAL online calculator tool. Using measurements relating to the property’s insulation, number of windows, walls and rooms, it can determine which heater and, more importantly, how many heaters are needed.
https://www.elnur.co.uk/ecoprocal/
HAVERLAND WINTER 2022/2023 CATALOGUE
The Haverland Winter 2022/2023 catalogue includes smart, electric and ceramic radiators. There’s also the latest in electric towel rails, outdoor heaters, and air treatment products. End users can stay connected with all of these heating systems through WiFi, GPS or Bluetooth systems in the exclusive Haverland Apps.
PODCAST
The impact and the prevention of serious aches, pains and strains is the subject of a new podcast from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Supporting the Work Right Construction: Your Health. Your Future campaign, the episode features Matt Birtles, Principal Ergonomics and Human Factors Consultant at HSE.
ROCKWOOL CPDs
A Rockwool CPD module will enhance industry understanding of regulations and provide guidance on determining relevant non-combustible classifications in flat roofing systems. It complements the whitepaper ‘Flat roofs: Managing fire risk in the fifth façade’ and other technical information about the insulation of flat roofs.
ROCKWOOL TECHNICAL BULLETIN
Technical guidance on bonded construction materials is now available from Rockwool. It covers insulated upstand boards, and the finished product’s subsequent Euroclass reaction-to-fire rating. The manufacturer’s HARDROCK UB34 is a non-combustible insulation designed for parapet walls and upstands on flat roofs.
OMNIE ASHP GUIDE FOR INSTALLERS
An overview of air source heat pumps can be accessed through the OMNIE Knowledge Guide for installers. In addition, dedicated project managers are on hand to offer guidance from the planning stages to installation and handover, whilst a free design service sizes the unit, and covers heat delivery and controls.
Cedral Select online platform
Cedral Select is an online platform that puts homeowners in touch with certified installers across the UK. To become a Cedral Select Professional, applicants must pass an initial installer assessment and then comprehensive product training is provided. A technical validation is then completed on a recent job site.
https://www.cedral.world/cedral-select-installer>
ARC VIDEO
A new video will support the installation of the ARC Open State Cavity Barrier (OSCB). The product has been designed to stop the spread of fire in ventilated cavities. The manufacturer is also providing additional guidance on how to install adjacent products.
GRANT UK Net Zero Heating Show Podcast
Three brand new episodes of Grant UK’s Net Zero Heating Show are now available to download and listen to via the mainstream podcast platforms. Series Two of the Podcast sees Grant UK’s hosts and guests discuss the heating sector, heat pump myths and retrofit installations.
