Heatsource Monthly Review - April 2009
Monday, May 18, 2009April was a very productive month, with lots of quotes…
Commercial Projects
On the commercial side, our ‘Big 6’ energy company project was signed off. The project on the east coast is still ongoing, to be completed at the end of May.
Domestic Projects
We undertook four CP12 gas reports in Walton on Thames, and at the end of the month we completed another Viessmann system installation in Maidenhead, installing another WB2B natural gas Viessmann Vitodens 200, hot water cylinder, and water softener. There were lots of other domestic projects, such as our ongoing contract in Twickenham requiring a replacement Viessmann boiler installation, and other plumbing works.
Other News
Heatsource had a meeting with the Carbon Trust with a view to using their schemes in our upcoming projects.
Budget 2009 News…
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
The 2009 Budget was announced today, with a new legally-binding UK carbon budget, which makes interesting reading for the renewable energy sector.
The points raised were:
Britain commits to cut carbon emissions by 34% by 2020
This will keep the UK on track for its long term goal of cutting emissions by 80% by 2050.
An extra £1.4bn to help combat climate change by supporting low-carbon industries
This includes £525m for offshore wind projects over the next two years
£445m support for energy efficiency schemes for homes, firms and public buildings
£375 million has been promised over the next two years to promote energy efficiency in households, businesses and public buildings. This carries on from the one million homes insulated last year. £70 million will also be spent on small-scale and community low carbon efficiency.
£405m to encourage low-carbon energy and advanced green manufacturing
£405 million will be spent on the development of a world leading low carbon energy and green manufacturing sector in the UK.
Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) to be introduced
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) will be introduced in the move towards a low-carbon energy supply. New projects will demonstrate the capture and storage of carbon dioxide, rather than its release into the atmosphere.
Increase in fuel duty
Car scrapping scheme to be introduced
What Does This Mean For Me?
Domestically, it means there will be more money to support public buildings and households in become ‘greener’. It is claimed the Government aim to slash energy bills by around £60 million each year.
Commercially, it means more technologies will become readily available, and products will be manufactured in a more ‘greener’ way.
Heatsource Monthly Review - March 2009
Thursday, April 02, 2009March was a busy month, with lots of varied projects to undertake…
Commercial Projects
On the commercial side, our project for one of the ‘Big 6’ energy companies commenced and was completed this month, with the installation of a CHP unit and ancillaries. The project at the printers in Chertsey was also completed and looks fantastic. The project on the east coast is still ongoing, and should be finsished mid-April.
Domestic Projects
Heatsource were very busy on the domestic side this month, undertaking a system pipework overhaul in Richmond and serving three CP12 gas reports in Walton on Thames. Towards the end of the month we completed a Viessmann system renewal in Maidenhead, installing a WB2B natural gas Viessmann Vitodens 200 and 160 litre hot water cylinder.
Other News
James and Stewart attended both the ecoBuild conference and ISH in Frankfurt, Germany.
Gas Safe Register Replaces Corgi
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
You may have seen the adverts, but as from today, April 1st, the CORGI gas register will be replaced by the Gas Safe Register. It will still be a legal requirement for anyone carrying out domestic and commercial gas work to be registered, but they must be registered through the Gas Safe Register instead. Heatsource have made the transistion over and you can check out our details by typing in the registration number 217052.
Heatsource Attend Ecobuild 2009
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Heatsource engineers James McLellan and Stewart Purchase attended the annual Ecobuild conference at Earls Court, London yesterday.
Heatsource Monthly Review - February 2009
Monday, March 02, 2009Heatsource have had a steady month, with lots of quotes sent out, and our main project on the east coast in full swing…
Commercial Projects
A local project at a printers in Chertsey got underway this month and is still ongoing, consisting of the installation of the strip-out of existing heating plant and the installation of a Vitodens 200-W (60kW), including all controls and other ancillaries in the Office Suite, and the installation of a 30kW water heater and controls in the Top Floor Flat. Look back in the Case Studies section in the next month or so for further details…
Various plumbing jobs were carried out for our regular maintenance contract in Twickenham.
The large housing project based on the east coast gathered speed, with six out of the twelve housing plots completed in February by John & the boys alone!
Domestic Projects
Heatsource undertook various domestic projects this month, including a powerflush in Barnes, boiler services in Weybridge and Mayford, and general plumbing for a regular customer in Kingston.
Other News
Stewart Purchase, our consulting engineer, attended the AIT conference in Germany and H&V 09 at the NEC, Birmingham.
‘Big 6’ Energy Project Ready to Go…
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Heatsource are about to embark on a project for one of the ‘Big 6’ energy providers at one of their sites in Nottingham. The project is due to begin on-site next week and Heatsource’s role is that of project management. The project entails the installation of a CHP unit in the plantroom and 2nd floor level which will be integrated into the existing heating system, along with a hydraulic distributor, control panel, and storage cylinder.
Heatsource Develops Portfolio on the East Coast
Tuesday, February 24, 2009Heatsource are currently undertaking a project in Essex consisting of twelve new-build housing association properties, working alongside a new building partner based in Reading. The project entails the full installation of the solar plant, with 2m² of solar tubes on each roof, along with the installation of Viessmann’s recently introduced compact energy tower, the Vitodens 343, in every property.
Photo: John begins adding the solar tubes onto the roof by means of roof mounting kit. The tubes will be installed onto this frame shortly after.
Cold or Expensive winter: Energy bills won’t go down
Wednesday, December 17, 2008It has been a while since our last blog, but we didn’t want to keep repeating over and over again the same news regarding the fast escalating cost of fuels and energy bills, but coming to the end of the year, we feel we need to share this information since we were all expecting a drop in the energy bills before the end of the year, but unfortunately, this is not the case.
The following articles explains how the ‘big six’ power giants will bot be forced to pass on a 40% fall in wholesale gas prices before the end of the winter until, in some cases, April or May, according to Industry regulator, Ofgem.
Access the full review of the article: Simple powerless, Watchdog won’t force energy bills down till well into next year.
Heatsource Christmas & New Year Opening Times
Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Over the Christmas period, Heatsource will be operating the following hours:
Monday 22nd December – 8.30am – 5pm
Tuesday 23rd December – 8.30am – 5pm
Wednesday 24th December – Closed
Thursday 25th December – Closed
Friday 26th December – Closed
Saturday 27th December – Closed
Sunday 28th December - Closed
Monday 29th December – 8.30am – 2pm
Tuesday 30th December – 8.30am – 2pm
Wednesday 31st December – Closed
Thursday 1st January – Closed
Friday 2nd January – 8.30am – 2pm
Note from 2pm onwards on relevant dates the phones will divert straight to a Heatsource operative.
We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our customers a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. See you in 2009!
Heatsource is saving for a rainy day!!
Friday, November 21, 2008
We have successfully just specified and installed our first rainwater harvesting system, which consists of a twin tank system for an above and below ground installation.
The tanks have the storage capacity of 2000 litres above ground and 1100 litres underground. The water is to be used for garden irrigation purposes for a client who is attempting to become more self-sustainable by producing their own crops.
Heatsource are always looking at ways in which to exploit new avenues of self-sustainability, be it generating renewable energy or harvesting resources, as in this case.
We will be closely monitoring this site in relation to performance. We are very pleased that we have been involved in this project and are now confident to move forward with this technology.
Heatsource Has Its Day at the Races!
Tuesday, November 18, 2008Heatsource are near to completing a solar thermal installation at Newmarket for a charity who provides support to people within the horse racing industry.
The project has been in conjunction with the main contractor, which includes a solar thermal system combined with power tanks storage using PCM (Phase Changing Material) technology.
Heatsource would like to thank everyone involve in the project for the smooth operation of the project, allowing us to complete on-time and under-budget.
New Electrical Engineer
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Whilst the current economic climate drags other companies down, Heatsource stick to its expansion strategy recruiting the best human capital available and has appointed a new Electrical Engineer, Harry Hughes, confident that the only way out of this recession is through a highly skilful workforce.
At Heatsource, we are convinced Harry will fit in well in the company and improve our core competencies.
Heatsource Joins the Renewable Energy Association
Friday, September 26, 2008.bmp)
In our ever growing commitment to work with the highest standards and partnership with high profile professional bodies and associations, Heatsource has become a full member of the Renewable Energy Association(REA).
The Renewable Energy Association represents the UK’s renewable energy industry, covering all renewable power heat and fuels.
The Renewable Energy Association was established in 2001 to represent British renewable energy producers and promote the use of sustainable energy in the UK. The REA was called the Renewable Power Association until October 2005.
London HEVAR 2008
Wednesday, September 24, 2008Heatsource Consultants went to the London HEVAR 2008 which took place on the 24th September at the The Royal Horticultural Halls, Victoria.
HEVAR is the only dedicated series of events for the UK heating and ventilating industry. London HEVAR 2008 is your regional forum and the place where suppliers, buyers and specifiers network, exchange ideas and do business. Once again, we were there keeping at the vanguard of the market.
