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Plumbers: Government Solar Thermal Scheme Failed

Recent feedback from plumbers and heating engineers involved in the solar thermal industry has been very negative regarding the governments Low Carbon Buildings Scheme. The government has allocated £87 million of funding to be spent on solar thermal systems in the UK, but it is not being implemented as there are only 31 plumbers that are approved installers under the scheme.It is claimed that the government has had to extend the length of the scheme hoping that the allocated grants will be used up, and it is still trying to convince plumbers and installers that the joining fee of £1,800 is fair, even though there is an extra £600 per day inspection charge.Senior figures in the plumbing and heating industry commented that “the plumbing and heating industry has been arguing for a long time that the scheme is too expensive and complicated for small plumbers and installers to join and benefit from. The scheme has effectively turned into a barrier for small plumbers ...
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Ideal Boilers Launching New Corporate Logo

Ideal Boilers, known in the industry for its domestic and commercial heating systems, is rolling out a new logo and corporate identity. The company that offers a wide range of products from boilers and central heating radiators to bathroom suites, has been privately owned since the end of 2007.The new logo will be introduced during the second part of 2008 and is a fresh and modern interpretation of the Ideal Standard name. The new logo incorporates feedback from consumers that was obtained in various EU countries.Ideal Boilers has recently appointed a new Chief Executive. John Rietveldt has joined Ideal Boilers in July 2006 as President of Europe, Middle East and Africa Region. He will be based in Brussels.In 2005 Ideal Boilers celebrated its centenary. From its humble origin in Hull, the company has been involved in all major developments in the boilers market over the years and has established itself as a key player in the plumbing and heating industry. Ideal Boilers was involved in ...
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