Tag: Pumps
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Heat pumps cut energy bills by over £200, UK study finds
Heat pumps installed in UK homes are cutting energy bills by more than £200 a year when they are properly designed and set up, according to a major new study. Researchers analysing real-world data from hundreds of households found the systems are performing far better than earlier trials suggested, delivering lower costs, higher comfort, and…
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How long do heat pumps last?
Over the past few years heat pumps have become ever more popular as a home heating solution. But, despite the Boiler Upgrade Scheme incentive, they are still more expensive to install than gas boilers. This means, when it comes to deciding if you want to choose an air source heat pump for your self build…
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Preventing Frozen Sump Pumps in Apartment Buildings
Are you preparing your apartment building for winter? You may be focusing winterization efforts on heating systems, boilers, insulation, and frozen pipes. However, there is another critical system that is often overlooked: the sump pump. This small but powerful device quietly prevents flooding by removing groundwater and meltwater around the foundation. When temperatures drop, your…
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Heat pumps in new homes use far less energy than expected
One of the UK’s first real-world trials of all-electric new builds has found that homes fitted with air-source heat pumps and solar panels are using dramatically less electricity than expected. The homes recorded annual energy use between 40% and 67% lower than the UK average, with peak demand also coming in far below predicted levels.…
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Video | 500t crane lifts new heat pumps to top of TfL offices
A major crane operation successfully lifted new air source heat pumps to the top of one of Transport for London’s largest office buildings in Blackfriars. Four old chillers were removed and three new air source heat pumps installed as part of a wider decarbonisation programme, which aims to save more than 1,500 tonnes of carbon…
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UK must lower electricity prices to boost heat pumps
The future of Britain’s green home revolution could hinge on one thing – the price of electricity. A new report from Mitsubishi Electric warns that unless power costs are reduced, millions of homeowners will be unable or unwilling to make the switch from gas boilers to low-carbon air source heat pumps. Despite growing public concern…
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Men more likely to consider heat pumps, survey shows
Men are more aware of and more interested in installing heat pumps than women, according to a UK survey. The YouGov poll of over 7,000 adults examined public knowledge and attitudes towards low‑carbon heating systems designed to replace gas and oil boilers. It also revealed that men are not just more aware, but more likely…
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Homegrown UK heat pumps gain record market share
UK-made air source heat pumps are becoming an increasingly popular choice for homes across the country as production expands. Government support and investment are helping British manufacturers grow and compete with imported brands. Homegrown models are proving reliable and efficient, with more homeowners choosing them to cut energy use and heating costs. You may like…
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Heat Pumps: Transforming Commercial Climate Control
Commercial buildings demand efficient climate control systems that manage costs while maintaining comfortable environments. Heat pumps have emerged as the solution meeting these requirements across retail stores, office buildings, restaurants, and industrial facilities. Why Commercial Buildings Choose Heat Pumps Heat pumps transfer thermal energy rather than generating heat through combustion. This fundamental difference delivers significant…
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Xylem Showcases Godwin CD200S & NC200S Pumps at WEFTEC 2025
Xylem (NYSE: XYL), a leading global water solutions company, introduces its latest dewatering solution, enabling contractors, specifying engineers and water utilities to efficiently manage a wide range of wastewater applications. The new Godwin CD200S and NC200S feature an interchangeable impeller design, delivering two 8-inch pumps in a single package: the Godwin CD200S for general solids-laden…