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 17 Aug 2021

BESA Academy proving success of ‘blended model’

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) believes a highly successful first year for its online academy is proof that the industry is embracing the ‘blended learning’ model for technical training.... 
 17 Aug 2021

Güntner launches its new brand identity

Güntner has launched a new brand identity which will be updated across all markets over the coming weeks and will be reflected across everything from product to customer experience and employer branding.... 
 17 Aug 2021

ICS Cool Energy expands its Southampton HQ depot

ICS Cool Energy has expanded its Southampton headquarter depot to create 100,000 square feet of warehouse, office and yard space. The modernised depot will facilitate new stock storage and engineering spaces for ICS Cool Energy’s temperature control ... 
Dr Andreas J Schmid.
 17 Aug 2021

Secop appoints new Group CEO

The executive board of Secop GmbH has appointed Dr Andreas J Schmid as the new Group chief executive. Secop is a specialist in advanced hermetic compressor technologies and cooling solutions in commercial refrigeration. Headquartered in Flensburg, ... 
 17 Aug 2021

Engineering bodies reach out to a new generation

Actuate UK, a group of eight trade, technology and professional bodies representing engineering services professions, is spearheading a campaign to encourage more young people to take up the many job opportunities emerging in a sector that offers ... 
James Graham.
 4 Aug 2021

Electrifying challenge raises money for NHS

Bitzer UK's sales director James Graham completed a Total Warrior challenge with a difference in aid of NHS Hospitals in Leeds.... 
 4 Aug 2021

Drive for Net Zero to impact aircon market

The ventilation and air conditioning systems market has experienced a steady growth from 2016 – 2019, before a sharp decline in 2020, due to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, according to research by AMA Research there is increasing ... 
Joe Raftery and Jose Leite.
 2 Aug 2021

Samsung strengthens UK heating team

Samsung Climate Solutions has added five new team members to the heating division, supporting the growing heat pump market.... 
 29 Jul 2021

BESA guidance opens door to air quality ‘safe havens’

The removal of most Covid restrictions in the UK has increased calls for clearer practical guidance and the setting of specific indoor air quality (IAQ) contaminant targets to support the health and wellbeing of building occupants.... 
 29 Jul 2021

National Refrigerants steps up with Beijer Ref UK

The long standing partnership between National Refrigerants and Beijer Ref UK has been further strengthened by the recent signing of a five year exclusive supply deal for RW Refrigeration Wholesale.... 
 22 Jul 2021

CIBSE calls for comment on Guide M

The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) is asking for comment on one of its most widely used guidance documents- Guide M: Maintenance Engineering and Management, ahead of a complete update.... 
 21 Jul 2021

Government “reluctant to acknowledge problems” around UKCA Mark, according to BCIA

The Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) is backing calls for an extension on the transition time for products to display the new UKCA Mark instead of the established EU ‘CE’ Mark.... 
 21 Jul 2021

A-Gas Italia launched

A-Gas, a leader in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services, has launched A-Gas Italia. This follows completion of the company’s purchase of the Safety Hi-Tech reclamation business in Italy. Based in ... 
 20 Jul 2021

New look for contactless SKILLcard

One of the building services industry’s largest personnel registration schemes has revamped the cards operatives must carry to gain access to sites.... 
Ann Watson.
 20 Jul 2021

Driver shortage set to disrupt supply chain

The supply chain to the UK’s leading manufacturers is teetering on the edge of collapse this summer and needs urgent Government intervention – Enginuity has warned. A ‘perfect storm’ brought about by a Brexit exodus of European drivers, Covid ... 
 20 Jul 2021

ECAC joins REAL Alternatives

ECAC, a refrigeration, HVAC and F-Gas training and certification provider has joined REAL Alternatives, the international programme for low GWP alternatives technician training, as National Lead on REAL Alternatives training for Ireland.... 
 19 Jul 2021

Cold stores warning as government plots new energy rules for industrial buildings

The Cold Chain Federation has urged government to ensure that any plans to set new ‘energy performance standards’ for industrial buildings must reflect the unique role of cold storage facilities and energy challenges involved in keeping products ... 
Christian Wehrle.
 19 Jul 2021

Christian Wehrle appointed CEO of Bitzer

Bitzer SE has appointed Christian Wehrle, long-standing member of the executive board and chief operations officer, as chairman of the executive board with immediate effect. At the same time Rainer Große-Kracht, member of the executive board and ... 
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