UK News

UK: The acquisition of air conditioning equipment distributor Kooltech by wholesaler Wolseley is being investigated by the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).

UK: The Institute of Refrigeration has launched a new annual award to recognise a project that demonstrates achievements in reducing environmental emissions from cooling in the UK.

UK: Heat pump manufacturer Clade Engineering has partnered with smart energy technology solutions company Plug Me In to launch a heat-as-a-service solution for sustainable heating systems.

UK: The UK’s first ever dedicated low-carbon heating apprenticeship is set to be launched following government confirmation of funding for the scheme.

UK: Paul Smith, Carrier HVAC UK commercial director, is set to replace Phil Hurley as managing director at Nibe Energy Systems Ltd. 

UK: Green Point UK, Bitzer UK’s compressor remanufacturing and specialist services arm, has expanded its team, processing facilities and warehouse capacity to meet growing demand for its services.

UK: French manufacturer Friga-Bohn is to offer its customised and semi-customised refrigeration solutions for the industrial sector through Wolseley wholesale outlets.

UK: The Mitie Group has acquired critical environment project designer and principal contractor JCA Engineering in a deal worth up to £31.5m.

UK: The Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA) is urging a fresh review of the pre-insulated pipe and duct market, claiming that many systems do not meet the requirements of BS5422:2023.

UK: A London-based cupcake business is now showcasing its refrigerated produce in a specially converted van as it delivers to outlets across the country.

UK: The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has welcomed the creation of the first British Standard for health and well-being in buildings.

UK: Nearly half of British consumers are interested in installing a heat pump, but an understanding of heat pump technology is still low, a new survey finds.

UK: Southern Co-op is investing £200,000 to retrofit night blinds into 46 stores this year, with plans to install them on all refrigerated cabinets which don’t currently have doors.

UK: FETA’s Wendy Belfield has been appointed to the Industry Competence Committee (ICC), recently set up by the HSE.

UK: Alfa Laval has agreed a deal to supply its first gasketed plate heat exchanger (GPHE) from its newly launched hygienic line in the UK.

UK: Construction of Ideal Heating’s new £12.5m R&D facility will begin in October, following the heat pump manufacturer being granted full planning permission by Hull City Council.

UK: Daikin UK has partnered with training provider the Quantum Group to launch an introduction to green technology as a new City & Guilds-assured training course.

UK: Air conditioning distributor Cool Designs has reported notable successes for its apprentices in this year’s exams for national industry qualifications.

UK: The Institute of Refrigeration is seeking nominations for this year’s J&E Hall International Gold Medal, which recognises the most noteworthy contribution to the advancement of refrigeration and related technologies.

UK: With more hybrid workers set to spend more time in the office, comfort conditions will be increasingly important, according to a new survey. 

UK: A visit by energy efficiency and green finance minister Lord Callanan has marked the start of heat pump production by Ideal Heating at its Hull factory.