Entries by Lyn

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NEW STRATTON MK3 BOILER FROM HAMWORTHY HEATING   Hamworthy Heating, a trusted British manufacturer and supplier of commercial heating and hot water products, is pleased to announce the introduction of its new Stratton mk3 wall-hung condensing boiler, which provides a compact and efficient heating solution for plant rooms with limited space. Offering outstanding efficiency, the […]

Builder’s ‘Bounce Back Crypto Fraud’

A self-employed builder from Hounslow overstated income to claim a £50,000 bounce back loan then lost it in a scam crypto scheme Lukasz Nowak, 43, a self-employed builder from Hounslow, west London, was sentenced to 20 months’ imprisonment, suspended for two years, at Lincoln Crown Court on 27 November 2023. He was also ordered to […]

Alarming Rise in Work-Related Injuries

The Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) annual statistic reports released in November 2023 shed light on a troubling rise in work-related stress, depression, anxiety, and injuries, posing significant challenges to both employees and employers alike. Jamie Lyons our Consultancy Manager/Senior Health & Safety Advisor takes a closer look into these alarming statistics and what this […]

UK ‘Lagging Behind’ in Biogas Production

but it will still outpace nuclear by 2031 The Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association (ADBA) held its 2023 National Conference in Westminster, London on 6 December. Chair Chris Huhne told attendees that 2023 has been a year of resumed growth for the sector, and a year of renewed optimism. Huhne pointed to the International Energy […]

Marano Integrated: the new modular fencing range from F.H. Brundle

  Marano Integrated is the latest addition to F.H. Brundle’s stylish aluminium fencing range. This versatile system consists of boards, screens, posts, and inserts that can provide either total privacy or boards with 25mm gaps between them. Multiple spacers can also be used to create larger spaces between boards. In common with the broader Marano […]

Modern Lighting Solutions Ensure Plants Shine Regardless of Daylight Hours

  TRILUX Lights Mrówka Greenhouse, Poland’s Largest Garden Centre, with Innovative LIVELINK System In April 2023, Mrówka Greenhouse, the flagship garden centre of the esteemed Mrówka PSB DIY chain, opened its doors in Międzyrzecz, Poland, showcasing a cutting-edge lighting design by TRILUX. The expansive 1,200 sqm Dutch greenhouse, nestled under a glazed roof, boasts an […]

CaberFloor performance cuts it for Cotswolds carpenter

  A specialist carpenter, who works across much of the Cotswolds carrying out new-build and refurbishment work, has been making use of CaberFloor P5 and other panel products from the West Fraser range throughout his career. Paul Doherty, who trades as Doherty Carpentry, is in big demand from Moreton-in-the-Marsh across to Stratford-upon-Avon – while also […]

Hamworthy launches new CIBSE accredited Heat Pump CPD and White Paper

  Hamworthy Heating, a trusted British manufacturer and supplier of commercial heating and hot water products is pleased to announce the arrival of two new resources – ‘An Introduction to Heat Pumps’ CIBSE Approved CPD and ‘The Hamworthy Roadmap to Decarbonisation’ White Paper   Ideal for specifiers and installers wishing to understand more about heat […]

MEGA PROJECTS DELAYED BY UK PLANNING

  Lower Thames Crossing boss says UK megaprojects face delays due to planning hurdles While the tunnelling contract for the £9bn Lower Thames Crossing is soon to be awarded, the project’s executive director has said that UK megaprojects are being delayed by difficult planning conditions. The proposed Lower Thames Crossing scheme involves the construction of […]