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carbon neutral: ADEY is carbon neutral for sixth year running

(13/01/2012)

In 2007, ADEY became carbon neutral by adhering to independent assessment guidelines from The Carbon Footprint, which recognises all stages of carbon management from assessment, to carbon reductions and carbon neutrality. Now ADEY Professional Heating Solutions announces that its business is carbon neutral for the sixth year in a row. Working with the environmental consultancy firm, The Carbon Footprint, ADEY achieved the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) on 4 January 2012 having offset 161 t... [more]

carbon monoxide awareness programme: CARBON MONOXIDE AWARENESS PROGRAMME - DEADLINE EXTENSION

(13/01/2012)

The deadline for organisations to register their interest in becoming local partners for a national carbon monoxide awareness programme has been extended until the end of the month. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents and Gas Safe Charity are launching the Be Gas Safe programme to raise awareness of the “silent killer” and the steps that can be taken to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Rolling out across England this year, the programme will see 10,000 families receiving ... [more]

Carbon Monoxide poisoning: Aico raises Carbon Monoxide Alarms are vital in protecting most vulnerable

(29/11/2011)

Gas Safety Trust published a trend report highlighting Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning incidents linked to piped natural gas usage in Great Britain between 1996 and 2010. Aico re-emphasis the need for quality mains powered CO alarms as the safest way to protect the most vulnerable. Whilst the latest Gas Safety Trust report showed a reduction in both fatalities and non-fatal injuries from CO poisoning during that time, the report identifies people aged 70 and over as being five times more at ... [more]

Carat flat panel radiator: Carat flat panel radiators installed in The Hub in Edinburgh

(07/09/2011)

The Hub, Edinburgh’s Festival Centre on the Royal Mile, has refurbished the complete heating system in its 19th century Grade A listed building. MHS Radiators has supplied 25 Carat contemporary flat panel radiators to The Hub. The Carat radiators were specified by Arup consulting engineers and installed by Paisley-based Taylor & Fraser Ltd, which has a long established and excellent reputation for working on historic buildings. The Carat’s flat panel design is suitable for a variety of in... [more]

Clasico cast iron column radiator: MHS Radiators supplies 120 classic cast-iron radiators for major refurbishment at Rockliffe Hall

(07/04/2011)

Built in 1863 by Arthur Backhouse, Rockliffe Hall’s design was commissioned from Alfred Waterhouse who was the architect of the Natural History Museum. The 19th century Grade II-listed hall has been restored and expanded to create a luxury five-star hotel, golf and spa resort. MHS Radiators has supplied over 120 classic cast-iron Clasico, Burlington, Ionic and Liberty radiators as part of a major refurbishment at Rockliffe Hall in County Durham. As part of the £50 million build, the origi... [more]

Cast iron radiators: Tips to achieving a stunning yet hard-wearing finish on cast iron radiators

(01/04/2011)

So you have sourced some wonderful reclaimed cast iron radiators, or you want to refurbish your Victorian period radiators, but what is the best way of bringing them back to their former glory? What is the best way of painting cast iron radiators? Below are a few tips to achieving a stunning yet hard-wearing finish on cast iron radiators. 1. DON’T power coat! Some companies offer a powder coating service on cast iron radiators. This method can produce a fabulous finish, BUT... cast ir... [more]