Passiv to supply smart controls for Ample heat pump installations
Smart thermostats and energy management systems developer Passiv UK has been selected by Ample as its preferred smart controls provider for heat pump installations, with its technology set to help optimise systems and remotely monitor performance As part of the partnership, heat pump installation and finance specialist Ample will use the Passiv Smart Thermostat as […]
GTC webinar to examine heat pump networks
GTC, an independent utility infrastructure provider, is hosting a technical webinar on 7 July exploring how networked ground source heat pumps (NGSHPs) can support the UK’s transition to low-carbon heating in new housing developments. The online event will examine how networked ground source heat pump systems can help reduce carbon emissions while providing an alternative […]
Dimplex hot water heat pump listed on Government ETL
Dimplex has reinforced the shift towards proof-based specification with its Edel hot water heat pump now listed on the UK Government-backed Energy Technology List (ETL). It is currently the only dedicated hot water heat pump to achieve inclusion. The listing confirms the Edel range (170, 200, and 270-litre models) meets strict energy performance criteria set […]
Ideal Heating introduces heat pump lifetime warranty
Ideal Heating, a UK manufacturer of boilers and heat pumps, has launched a lifetime warranty for its Logic Air heat pumps, offering long-term, manufacturer-backed support for eligible installations. Available for Logic Air heat pumps installed with an Ideal cylinder and Halo Air controls, the package includes annual servicing, an ongoing warranty, and manufacturer support for […]
Ariston donates heat pump to university for research
Heating systems manufacturer Ariston has donated an air source heat pump (ASHP) to Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) to support engineering education and research into low-carbon heating technologies. The Nimbus Pocket 50 air source heat pump has been installed at the University’s Chelmsford campus and will be used by students across a range of engineering courses, […]
‘Homeowners overlook quickest energy-saving upgrades’
Homeowners are prioritising major energy-efficiency projects such as heat pumps and solar panels, despite many lower-cost improvements offering faster returns on investment, according to new research from Uswitch, a comparison website for home services switching. The research, based on a survey of 500 UK tradespeople, compared the energy-saving measures most commonly requested by homeowners with […]
Passiv expands smart thermostat heat pump compatibility
Passiv UK, a developer of smart thermostats and energy management systems, has expanded compatibility of its Passiv Smart Thermostat to 17 heat pump manufacturers as demand grows for intelligent heating controls in UK homes. The company says the expansion is intended to support wider adoption of smart heat pump controls as installers and manufacturers place […]
BG launches B + Heat Pump circuit protection range
With heat pumps becoming more common in UK homes, installers require circuit protection solutions that will match these operational characteristics. The new BG B + Heat Pump range provides the correct protection without the risk of nuisance tripping. The range includes dedicated Type B + Heat Pump RCDs and populated consumer units for handling AC, […]
UK firms receive King’s Awards for Enterprise
Ideal Heating, a UK manufacturer of boilers and heat pumps, and Kentec Electronics, a UK manufacturer of fire alarm control panels and ancillary equipment, have both been recognised with King’s Awards for Enterprise, highlighting achievements in innovation and international trade. The awards, regarded as the UK’s most prestigious business honours, recognise organisations for performance across […]
Passiv launches installer heat pump monitoring portal
Passiv UK, a developer of smart thermostats and energy management systems, has introduced a free web-based monitoring portal designed to help installers manage heat pump systems remotely. The Passiv Portal allows installers to track multiple installations through a single dashboard, supporting systems from 16 different manufacturers. The platform is intended to reduce the need to […]