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Ideal Heating Commercial has launched a new ‘Providing the Specification Edge’ brochure, which outlines the range of services and support available from its specification team to help building services consultants, engineers and specifiers, when designing and specifying commercial heating systems, providing them with greater confidence and clarity. Providing the Specification Edge highlights Ideal Heating Commercial’s team of industry-pioneering specification professionals who understand the complexity of commercial heating systems and that each project is unique. Their knowledge and expertise are available to support consultants through every stage of a heating project, making the specification process simple and stress-free. Low carbon heating in the UK The publication looks at the sizeable investments the company has made in low-carbon heating in the UK Commencing with a brief overview of the company and Groupe Atlantic, of which Ideal Heating Commercial is a part, the publication looks at the sizeable investments the company has made in low carbon heating in the UK; this includes £12.5 million into a research and development facility, and over £22.5 million in to a heat pump facility and in to expanding its international distribution centre and national training centre in Hull.  Providing the Specification Edge also showcases Ideal Heating Commercial’s full range of high-efficiency heating solutions, including market-renowned condensing boilers, the ECOMOD commercial heat pump range, and hybrid systems, all of which come with BIM objects available to download.  Additional content includes information on building regulations, refrigerant choices for heat pumps, available funding schemes, and Ideal Heating’s UK-wide training and CPD services. Growing importance of low carbon heating Richard Brown, Head of Specification at Ideal Heating Commercial, comments: "With the growing importance of low carbon heating technologies and more complex regulations, early engagement and expert guidance are critical. This brochure brings together our most valuable insights and support services into a single document to help make specification easier and more effective for our partners across the UK." He adds, "Whether you’re designing for a new build or retrofit, Ideal Heating Commercial has the in-depth industry and product knowledge to help you find the most efficient, cost-effective heating solution for you and your client. Through our dedicated team offering nationwide specification assistance, we can provide you with design and plant selection advice to ensure the perfect fit for your project." More about Ideal Ideal Heating Commercial is the UK’s major commercial heating manufacturer, with a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and UK-based manufacturing. The company is part of Groupe Atlantic – a European major in thermal comfort.

ACV UK, a globally renowned specialist in hot water and heating solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Expert Academy Training and Technology Center at its headquarters in Dalgety Bay, Fife, Scotland.  This state-of-the-art facility is designed to equip customers with the skills needed to install, maintain, and service hot water and heating products. Range of accredited courses New Expert Academy Training and Technology Center in Dalgety Bay offers engineers and installers The new Expert Academy Training and Technology Center in Dalgety Bay offers engineers, installers, and service engineers a range of accredited courses, with a strong focus on low-carbon solutions, including heat pump training. Equipped with purpose-built workshops and spacious classroom, the new facility also provides attendees with the chance to gain hands-on experience with the latest technologies in both domestic and commercial hot water and heating products from Groupe Atlantic UK. Demand for sustainable heating and hot water solutions Charlie Newell, Director & General Manager - ACV UK, commented, "As the market continues to evolve and the demand for sustainable heating and hot water solutions continues to grow, investing in training and education has never been more important."  Charlie Newell adds, "By equipping the next generation of professionals with the knowledge, skills and expertise needed to support this change, our new Expert Academy Training and Technology Center will help to support the future of the industry." Expert Academy training centers Joining the growing network of Expert Academy training centers, the new Expert Academy Training and Technology Center in Dalgety Bay, Fife, is strategically located at St David’s Business Park.  With easy access from the Queensferry Crossing and M90 motorway, it provides a convenient training hub for professionals across Edinburgh and the East Coast of Scotland. Advancing industry skills Andrew Johnson, Training and Design Services Director, said, "It’s fantastic to have a training facility in Scotland that supports both our domestic and commercial customers." He adds, "The launch of the Dalgety Bay center reinforces our ongoing commitment to advancing industry skills and supporting professionals in the heating and hot water industry."

Hamworthy Heating, technical experts in commercial heating and hot water products, is pleased to announce it has expanded its CIBSE-accredited Continuous Professional Development (CPD) portfolio with the launch of its latest module - ‘Considerations for air source heat pump selection, specification, and system design’. Designed for anyone involved in plant room design, ‘Considerations for air source heat pump selection, specification, and system design’ is divided into four easy-to-digest segments and provides valuable information on selecting and sizing air source heat pumps (ASHP) for both new and existing commercial buildings. Latest CPD from Hamworthy Heating Beginning with an introduction to the main driving forces behind air source heat pumps, the latest CPD from Hamworthy Heating discusses the various influencing factors to consider when specifying a heat pump.  Designed to offer guidance, participants can learn more about the process of sizing air source heat pumps according to their design, load, and intended use. Market drivers such as best practices and government incentives are also addressed. Other heating and hot water solutions The latest CPD also explores other possible heating and hot water solutions, in hybrid heat pump systems Participants will gain an appreciation for the various considerations that need to be addressed when specifying and installing a heat pump, such as space and noise and positioning and mounting issues.  Additionally, for installers or specifiers considering options, the latest CPD also explores other possible heating and hot water solutions, in hybrid heat pump systems. Latest industry developments Delivered in person, or online for maximum convenience, the new, ‘Considerations for air source heat pump selection, specification and system design’ CPD seminar lasts approximately one hour. More than just a manufacturer, Hamworthy is a company that is committed to providing high levels of service and aftercare to its customers. To help customers get the best out of their products and stay up to date with the latest industry developments, Hamworthy Heating offers a wide range of CPD seminars and hands-on product training courses delivered by HVAC professional members of the Groupe Atlantic Expert Academy team.