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GAIN CONFERENCE ATTRACTS 30 EXHIBITORS AND NEAR 300 DELEGATES

 

Over 30 manufacturers and suppliers of boilers and heating equipment, microgeneration measures, and insulation exhibited at the Conference and exhibition entitled: ‘Will Incentives Move the Renewables Market?’, held at the National Motorcycle Museum, in Birmingham recently.

            This was the second annual conference organised by the Grant Aided Heating Installers Network: it was sponsored by eaga Plc, who manage the Government Warm Front scheme, and Scottish Power Energy Retail Ltd. Nearly 300 registered social landlords, and suppliers and installers within the industry attended the Conference and visited the exhibition. The exhibitors comprised:

            Stand 1: Johnson & Starley's ‘Home Comfort Solutions' include the Q-Vent HR 160 and 260 high efficiency heat recovery ventilation unit, both SAP Appendix Q listed, and rated at up to 95% efficient in heat recovery.  For decentralised extract ventilation the new A1003 and E1004 energy efficient fans satisfy Building Regulations for this type of ventilation strategy.

RenoXtra high efficiency combination condensing boilers are available in 30kW and 37kW models and feature a gas saver module.  Central extract ventilation systems include the CE300 Premier and CE180 Premier with EC fan motors for energy efficiency. Johnson & Starley Ltd, Rhosili Road, Brackmills, Northampton, NN4 7LZ; T: 01604 762881; F: 01604 764879; www.johnsonandstarley.co.uk.

Stand 2: Honeywell: showed their range of wired and wireless controls to help customers use less energy. 85% of the energy in the home is used to provide heating and hot water. Conversely, only 3% is used in provided lighting, but the main energy efficiency message is to change light bulbs. Fitting thermostats will have a far greater effect.

New, more efficient room thermostats make real savings. Many UK homes do not even have a thermostat fitted! The new Sundial RF2 packs offer wireless enabled energy savings. Honeywell Control Systems, Honeywell House, Arlington Business Park, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1EB, Surrey, GU21 5RZ; T: 01344 656591; www.honeywell.com.

Stand 3: Fernox promoted the positive contribution that chemical water treatment can make towards improving the efficiency of a central heating system - helping to reduce energy consumption and fuel bills. The Express range takes just 30 seconds to dose a system. The range includes: Protector F1, Boiler Noise Silencer F2, Leak Sealer F4 and Cleaner F5 and no additional accessories are required.

The new Fernox Total Filter TF1 was also exhibited a unique hydrocyclonic and magnetic in-line filter for central heating systems. Fernox, Cookson Electronics, Forsyth Road, Sheerwater, Woking GU21 5RZ; Tel: 01483 758400; Fax: 01483 793201; website: www.fernox.com.

Stand 4: Worcester Bosch Group, is a leading manufacturer of high efficiency heating and hot water appliances for the home. As part of the worldwide Bosch Group, all Worcester products are designed, manufactured, sold and distributed with the quality and reliability that is synonymous with the Bosch name.

            Worcester’s extensive Greenstar high efficiency condensing boiler range includes: natural gas, oil-fired and LPG products, with combi, regular and system boiler options to suit all homes. The company has also developed its product portfolio to include renewable heating technologies: the Greenskies solar water heating system, Greenstore ground source heat pumps, and Greensource air to air and air to water heat pumps. Worcester Bosch Group, Cotswold Way, Warndon, Worcester, WR4 9SW; T: 0844 892 9900; www.worcester-bosch.co.uk.

Stand 5: Ideal Heating: manufacturing and supplying heating products for all heating needs. They pride themselves on high customer satisfaction and ensure that the products sold are the best they can possibly be. Ideal is at the forefront of domestic and commercial heating markets, still leading the industry in setting new standards and expanding technological boundaries, whilst remaining true to its principles of quality, innovation and value.

The latest release – the Logic+ combi Sedbuk rated A boiler has had a phenomenal response. Ideal Heating is at P O Box 103, National Avenue, Hull, HU5 4JN, T: 07802 775311, F: 01482 498254; www.idealheating.co.uk.

Stand 6:  Sustain Ltd: The A1 Low Carbon Solutions scheme is an npower funded grant system where installers can access significant levels of funding for “Fuel Switching” installations. The installer claims on behalf of the home owner. Fuel switching is where a house holder changes the primary heating fuel from either coal or electric to a more carbon friendly oil, LPG or gas alternative. Funding levels can be as high as £1,000 in appropriate circumstances.

The A1 Low Carbon Solutions scheme is managed on behalf of npower by Sustain Ltd, which is a carbon management company whose primary goal is to reduce carbon for clients. Sustain Ltd are at Barley Wood Stables, Long Lane, Wrington, Bristol, BS40 5SA; T: 01934 864 833; www.sustain.co.uk.

Stand 7: Grundfos Pumps Ltd: is a UK leader in the supply of pumps and pump systems for domestic, commercial building services and process industry applications, as well as being a major supplier to the water supply and treatment industries, and provider of packaged fire sets.  It is part of the Grundfos Group which employs 16,500 people in sales and production roles in 78 companies worldwide. They have an annual turnover of £1.7 billion.  Founded in Denmark in 1945, the Group produces almost 16 million pumps per year.  

A wide range of products and services is offered by Grundfos Pumps Ltd, Grovebury Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 4TL; T: 01525 775402; www.grundfos.co.uk

Stand 8: Eaga is a leading outsourcing company.  It is one of the largest national suppliers of heating and renewable energy and is at the forefront of the carbon economy. The company has grown consistently since 1990 by delivering market-leading outsourcing programmes for central and local government, as well as a wide range of private sector customers. Their customer-focused service is flexible, tailored to meet the needs of their customers, and has the right innovation, technology and people to deliver it. With operational centres across the UK, Ireland, Canada and India, customers are provided with the location, teams and systems of their choice. Eaga, Eaga House, Archbold Terrace, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1DB; T: 0191 247 3800; F: 0191 247 3802; www.eaga.com

Stand 9: Danfoss Randall Ltd is one of the country’s leading manufacturers of domestic and commercial heating controls. Based in Bedford, Danfoss Randall is a supplier of world-class quality, whose range covers controls for both domestic and commercial heating systems. Their products include radiator thermostats, programmers, timeswitches, programmable and non-programmable room thermostats, motorised valves and boiler energy managers, offering a complete solution to customers’ heating control needs.

Danfoss Randall is committed to energy efficiency and environmental protection and constantly strives to enhance its designs and production to satisfy these aims. Danfoss Randall Ltd, Ampthill Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9ER; T: 01234 364621; www.danfoss-randall.co.uk.

Stand 10: Myson is a leading supplier of radiators, valves and controls into the social housing arena. Based in Gateshead at a long-established site, the company offers a full range of products, including a signature round-top radiator, Premier HE, which is available nationally through most major merchants.

            Sustained investment over many years in UK manufacturing and its staff means Myson is able to maintain high product standards and a competitive cost base to a market that recognises the importance of product quality, immediate availability and professionalism. Myson is at Eastern Avenue, Team Valley, Gateshead, NE11 0PG; T: 0191 491 4466; www.myson.co.uk.

Stand 11: NEA campaigns for the eradication of fuel poverty. More than 5.1 million of the poorest households in the United Kingdom cannot afford to heat their homes to the standard required for health and comfort.

NEA’s activities include: research and analysis into the causes and extent of fuel poverty; campaigning and lobbying government and key decision makers on the need for policy changes;  developing national qualifications to improve standards of practical work and the quality of energy advice; producing educational resources to teach people about the importance of energy efficiency; managing demonstration projects that show innovative ways of tackling fuel poverty, including the use of new and renewable technologies. NEA, St Andrew's House, 90-92 Pilgrim Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6SG; T: 0191 2615677; F: 0191 2616496; www.nea.org.uk.

Stand 12: Glow-worm. Over 75 years of commitment to top quality, reliability and exceptional durability have made them one of the UK’s leading heating manufacturers. Their reputation has been built on delivering products which are straightforward, dependable and designed with the customer in mind. Being part of one of the world's leading manufacturers of environmentally-friendly heating technology, they use their extensive skills and expertise to ensure each of their products is produced to the highest standards. 

Today, Glow-worm not only produce award winning high efficiency domestic boilers, but also offer a comprehensive range of intelligent controls, hot water cylinders and a range of renewable technologies all boasting low energy consumption reducing both costs and carbon footprint. Glow-worm are at Nottingham Rd, Belper, Derbyshire, DE65 1JT; T: 01773 827753; www.glow-worm.co.uk

Stand 13: Kershaw Contracting Services Ltd supplies specialist heating, insulation and asbestos removal services for the public and private sectors. They are currently reshaping the business to include renewable technologies such as solar panels and heat pumps.

Kershaw is an appointed central heating, insulation and asbestos removal contractor for the Warmfront scheme. They have installed 1000’s of boilers throughout the South of England during the last 17 years. Since 1972, the company has supplied cavity wall and loft insulation for domestic and commercial refurbishment and new build projects. Recently their polyurethane spray service has provided an innovative solution for narrow wall cavities. Kershaw Contracting Services Ltd, Broad Lane, Cottenham, Cambs, CB4 4SW; T: 01954 250155; F: 01954 251628; www.kershaw-insulation.co.uk.

Stand 14: Sentinel Performance Solutions Group: In response to developments in the renewable energy market over recent years, Sentinel has launched a brand new and comprehensive range of products for solar thermal, air source and ground source heating systems. To help ensure the efficiency and reliability of this technology, they have developed bespoke products designed to service the needs of each system, including robust thermal fluids, cleaning and flushing fluids and system test kits.

For traditional condensing central heating systems they claim to be the first company in the heating sector to be given the right to use the Carbon Trust’s Carbon Reduction Label on their best selling products. Sentinel Performance Solutions Group, The Heath Business & Technical Park, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 4QX; T: 01928 588330; F: 01928 588368; www.sentinel-solutions.net.

Stand 15: Kingspan Environmental showed the market leading Titan Environmental range of secure fuel storage and oil level monitoring.  The Titan EcoSafe bunded oil tanks are the choice for heating engineers and installers who want to meet the oil storage regulations and future proof heating installations.  They are the first bunded tanks in the market to come with the WatchmanAlarm, oil level monitor and alarm device as standard.  For renewable energy of rainwater harvesting  the KingspanWater portfolio that meets the growing needs of sustainable solutions.  Kingspan Environmental Ltd; 180 Gilford Road, Portadown, Armagh, BT63 5LF, T: +44 (0)28 3836 4448; F: +44 (0)28 3836 4445; www.kingspanenv.com

Stand 16: J Gessey Plumbing and Heating Ltd has been working within the gas heating industry for 25 years and is an installer for eaga for the Warmfront contract in the West Midlands.

Since working on this contract, the company has being heavily involved with in-house training with regards to ensuring that standards of work are kept to a maximum at all times. They are currently working towards the ISO 9001 accreditation for excellence.  One of the most important elements to the work ethics within J Gessey’s has to be “Customer Care”. J Gessey Plumbing & Heating Ltd: 31 Lichfield Road, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV11 1TF; T: 01902 722330; F: 01902 722911. www.jgesseyplumbingandheating.co.uk.

Stand 17: Warmer Heating design, install, service and maintain central heating systems, utilizing the latest proven technologies to deliver energy efficient systems that help clients and customers reduce their carbon footprint and energy bills. With expert teams in natural gas, oil and solid fuels and certified to install thermal energy and microgeneration technologies, they can deliver demonstrable improvements that make a real difference to those living in fuel poverty, for a sustainable future and a warmer, healthier home. Warmer Heating Ltd, Unit B2, South Boundary Road, Knowsley Industrial Park, Liverpool, L33 7RR; T: 0151 545 2600; F: 0151 545 2618; www.warmerheating.co.uk.

Stand 18: Kingspan Solar is part of Kingspan Renewables Ltd, a division of Kingspan Group plc. As a major player in the building products sector, the Group is committed to energy conservation and the development of environmentally friendly solutions to generate hot water and home heating.

Kingspan Solar packages reflect its on-going commitment to a zero carbon lifestyle and a brighter future for all. When it comes to creating efficient and cost-effective solar thermal and air source heat pump energy solutions that address today’s growing environmental concerns, they lead the way. Kingspan Solar Ltd, Tadman Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 5QU; T: 01924 376026; www.kingspansolar.co.uk; www.kingspanhws.com.

            Stand 19: The Grant Aided Heating Installers Network (GAIN) aims for a higher level of professionalism, beyond technical qualifications and competence, for its heating and renewables contractors serving the grant market.

Members agree to abide by a Code of Conduct covering fair dealing with customers, avoiding misleading statements, maintaining technical registration, and a complaints procedure. Criteria for full members covers technical registration, insurance cover, trading record, customer protection – and the holding of a recognised quality Certificate.

Members meet quarterly at regional locations to discuss matters of mutual interest with GAIN, taking these up as required with scheme managers or government. Information on activities available from GAIN, PO Box 12, Haslemere, Surrey, GU27 3AH; T: 01428 654011; F: 01428 651401; E-mail: info@gainassociation.org.uk;  web: www.gainassociation.org.uk.

Stand 20: Dimplex. With the continued emphasis on generating 15% of the UK’s energy from renewables by 2010, the demand for technologies such as heat pumps and solar energy continues to see a rapid increase. To participate in this lucrative and growing market, find out how to become an accredited Dimplex renewables installer.

On completing their Logic certified heat pump or solar training courses installers will not only gain access to the UK’s widest range of heat pumps and their solar thermal range, but have the backing and reassurance you would expect from a major brand.  Dimplex, Milbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2DF; T: 0845 600 5111; F: 01489 773050; E: marketing@dimplex.co.uk; www.dimplex.co.uk.

Stand 21: Calorex Heat Pumps: With over 30 years experience, Calorex heat pumps are designed and manufactured in the UK, MCS approved and especially developed for UK housing.  Supplying space heating and DHW at 65ºC without the need for electric heating backup, both heating and hot water are managed by a standard central heating programmer in exactly the same way as with a conventional boiler.

They offer full support throughout projects with system design and sizing assistance. Installer training is available at their factory in Maldon, Essex, with detailed technical documentation supplied. A telephone helpline is available as well as a nationwide service network. Calorex Heat Pumps, The Causeway, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4XD, T: 01621 856 611; F: 01621 850871; www.calorex.com.

Stand 22: Daikin has a worldwide reputation for quality and innovative technology, with over 50 years experience in the design and manufacture of renewable energy heat pump solutions.  As a leading supplier, their product portfolio comprises a wide range of highly energy efficient systems, which provides the public and private sectors with the right solution for any application and requirement.   Daikin Altherma is an energy efficient, heating and hot water solution ideally suited for the UK housing market. Using renewable air source heat pump technology and their advanced inverter technology, the system delivers high seasonal efficiencies, low running costs and reduced carbon emissions compared to traditional systems. Daikin, The Heights, Brooklands, Weybridge, KT13 0NY; T: 0845 6419000; Web: www.altherma.co.uk;  E-mail: heating@daikin.co.uk.

Stand 23: Vaillant has been setting the standards in the heating market for more than 135 years, creating products that have revolutionised the industry. Today, claimed as Europe's number one heating technology manufacturer, their heating systems cover renewable technologies, domestic gas boilers, hot water cylinders, controls and products for commercial applications. All systems provide the same enviable reputation for performance, efficiency, quality and reliability, that has become synonymous with the Vaillant brand.

            The solar DHW system can provide around 50-60% of annual domestic hot water requirements and because it uses indirect solar radiation, not just direct sunlight, it works as efficiently in the UK as it does in other countries with similar climates. Vaillant are at Nottingham Rd, Belper, Derbyshire, DE65 1JT; T: 01773 827753; www.vaillant.co.uk.

Stand 24: Greenworks through Graham are a single source for a full range of sustainable and renewable energy products including: solar systems for creating electricity and hot water generation, a large range of high efficiency boilers, water saving devices, air/ground source heat pumps, biomass systems, and underfloor heating systems from all the major brands.

Comprehensive details on all the renewable energy products and solutions that we provide for specifiers and plumbing and heating engineers is offered, together with advice on installation and training. Graham Group, National Sales Centre, Unit 2, Bromford Central, Bromford Lane, Birmingham, B8 2SE; T: 08456 036960 ; F: 0121 328 0106; www.graham-group.co.uk

Stand 25: Mitsubishi Electric’s low carbon residential heating equipment helps houses achieve Levels 3 and 4 of the Code for Sustainable Homes.

The award-winning Ecodan® heating system, which is now manufactured in Scotland, can lower emissions by 50%, and help combat fuel poverty by cutting running costs by 30% over gas boilers. This is because the system harvests free, renewable energy from the outdoor air so that for every 1kW of electricity it consumes, the home receives at least 3kW of heating energy.  This is also why Ecodan qualifies as a renewable technology, and why it was recently awarded the European Eco-Label. Mitsubishi Electric is at Traveller’s Lane, Hatfield, Herts, AL10 8XB. telephone 01707 282880; www.mitsubishielectric.co.uk/heating.

Stand 26: Plumb Center is a leading supplier of plumbing and heating products, including the latest in renewable technologies.  Parts Center supplies ex-stock lines of parts for all forms heating and ventilation. The transition away from traditional forms of heating offers consumers greater choice requiring more complex solutions tailored to the individual property. Renewable installers need to offer consumers in depth advice and guidance on the best solution for their property, often involving the integration of several devices. 

At Plumb and Parts Center renewable installers can find the support and expert advice on everything they need, from heat pumps and solar to innovative water storage technologies, to get even the most complex job done. Wolseley UK, Harrison Way, Spa Park, Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 3HH; T: 01926 705000; W: www.wolseley.co.uk

Stand 27/28: GTi and its sister company Davant Products: Although generally associated with energy efficiency products and services, GTi also work in the field of home safety, and in particular the dangers of carbon monoxide. Over the past five years GTi has been involved in many projects to raise the awareness of carbon monoxide, and has delivered many thousands of CO alarms to homes across the UK.

They launched the brand new Fire Angel 9x CO Alarm, with a seven-year life and in built diagnostics: this is the latest and most innovative product in carbon monoxide alarm development. Gti and Davant also the whitespeed plastic plumbing system, which is approved by eaga for use on the Warmfront scheme for all central heating systems, as an alternative to copper. Trial installations can be arranged to show the many benefits over copper.

In addition to whitespeed all other relevant plastic products used on the scheme are available on a direct basis such as solvent waste pipe and fittings, overflow, etc. Davant Products Ltd, Units 9-11, Lower Road Trading Estate, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 2DJ; T: 01531 630068; F: 01531 636638; www.davant.co.uk. GTi, GT House, 17 Sandbank Business Park, Dunoon, Argyll PA23 8PB; T: 01369 702070; F: 01369 702066 01369 702066; info@gtinsulations.co.ukwww.gtinsulations.co.uk

Stand 29: Baxi Group UK and Ireland, manufactures and supplies energy efficient heating system solutions for domestic and commercial applications.  This includes a comprehensive range of boilers and low and zero carbon products, including solar, heat pumps, biomass and micro-CHP, from some of the best known and most respected brands in the heating industry: Baxi; Potterton; Main; Heatrae Sadia; Santon; Elson; Valor; Andrews Water Heaters; Potterton Commercial; and Baxi Sener-tec.

They aim to deliver best value through reliable, energy efficient products and high quality service and technical support, whilst promoting environmental, social and economic sustainability.  In doing so, they can help their partners achieve the requirements of the Decent Homes initiative,  Code for Sustainable Homes and assist in meeting the Government’s targets for reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Baxi Group UK, Brooks House, Coventry Road, Warwick, CV34 4LL; T:  0844 871 1555; e: info@baxi.co.uk;  w: www.baxi.co.uk 

Stand 30: Horstmann Controls Ltd majored on the ThermoPlus AS2RF and ServicePlus R heating controls. The ThermoPlus AS2 RF makes use of advanced Z-Wave™ mesh wireless control language.  The technology is highly reliable and permits easy network management. Ease-of-use features include a colour coded, LED warm/cool display, automatic BST/GMT time change, frost protection and Braille markings. The ServicePlus service interval programmers have proved popular in sectors such as local authorities, housing associations and social housing.

The programmers ensure full compliance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use Regulations) 1998 by shutting down (or partially shutting down) the central heating or hot water system once the boiler service period is overdue.  Hortsmann Group Ltd, South Bristol Business Park, Roman Farm Road, Bristol, BS4 1UP, Tel: 0117 987 8700 F: 0117 978 8701; web: www.horstmann.co.uk

Stand 31: Windhager claims to be the market leaders in the provisions of renewable and sustainable carbon neutral heating systems, providing single source, completely integrated solutions for modern low impact heating demands – also to be European leaders in biomass heating systems, supplying the latest innovative biomass boilers and solar thermal systems.

Windhager has been linked with boiler technology of the highest quality for over 85 years: it now employs 500 people at its headquarters outside Salzburg, including in-house research and development. On-going training for agents and installers is concluded from its UK headquarters. Windhager UK, 4 Glenmore Business Park, Vincients Road, Bumpers Farm Industrial Estate, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6BB.

The Grant Aided Heating Installers Network (GAIN) is at P O Box 12, Haslemere, Surrey GU27 3AH; tel: 01428 654011; fax: 01428 651401; e-mail: info@gainassociation.org.uk; web: www.gainassociation.org.uk.

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Editors: Press enquiries to Leonie on 01428 654011.

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Picture shows: Stand 1: Johnson & Starley Ltd

Picture shows: Stand 11: NEA

Picture shows: Stand 22: Daikin

Picture shows: Stand 2: Honeywell Control Systems

Picture shows: Stand 12: Glow-worm

Picture shows: Stand 23: Vaillant

Picture shows: Stand 3: Fernox, Cookson Electronics

Picture shows: Stand 13: Kershaw Contracting Services Ltd

Picture shows: Stand 24: Graham Group

Picture shows: Stand 4: Worcester Bosch Group

Picture shows: Stand 14: Sentinel Performance Solutions Group

Picture shows: Stand 25: Mitsubishi Electric

Picture shows: Stand 5: Ideal Heating

Picture shows: Stand 15: Kingspan Environmental Ltd

Picture shows: Stand 26: Plumb Center (Wolseley UK)

Picture shows: Stand 6: Sustain Ltd

Picture shows: Stand 17: Warmer Heating Ltd

Picture shows: Stand 27: Davant Products                                       

Picture shows: Stand 7: Grundfos Pumps Ltd Picture shows: Stand 18: Kingspan Solar Ltd Picture shows: Stand 29: Baxi Group UK
Picture shows: Stand 8: Eaga Picture shows: Stand 19: Grant Aided Heating Installers Network

Picture shows: Stand 30: Horstmann Controls Ltd

Picture shows: Stand 9: Danfoss Randall Ltd Picture shows: Stand 20: Dimplex Picture shows: Stand 31: Windhager UK
Picture shows: Stand 10: Myson Picture shows: Stand 21: Calorex Heat Pumps    

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