Latest articles on Part L of the Building Regulations 
Controls play an essential role in making sure heating systems operate efficiently(20/10/2010)
As we move towards zero carbon homes from 2016, much of the focus has been on the aim to reduce carbon emissions from new buildings by 25%, especially with the new version of Part L of the Building Regulations now in force (from October 2010). But, according to Colin Timmins, director of BEAMA's UK controls manufacturers' association TACMA, it's another, less-heralded feature of Part L that shows Government and CLG are serious about reducing energy costs for householders by making a small, bu... [more]
Change to Part L of the Building Regulations requires all new boilers to be Band A rated(18/10/2010)
Until the changes to Part L come in to force in October 2010, it has been possible to fit SEDBUK 2005 Band B boilers. This clause has now been removed, and from 1 October 2010, all boilers must now be the equivalent of SEDBUK 2005 Band A, with a minimum efficiency of 90%. This applies to existing dwellings as well as newbuild, and effectively outlaws the installation of anything other than SEDBUK 2005 Band A appliances. Where building work has started or been agreed before 1 October 2010, b... [more]
Heating controls play an essential role in making sure the heating system operates efficiently(05/10/2010)
As we move towards zero carbon homes from 2016, much of the focus has been on the aim to reduce carbon emissions from new buildings by 25%. The new version of Part L of the Building Regulations are now in force (from October 2010). But, according to Colin Timmins, director of BEAMA's UK controls manufacturers' association TACMA, it's another, less-heralded feature of Part L that shows Government and CLG are serious about reducing energy costs for householders by making a small, but significan... [more]
Honeywell one-day domestic heating installer training courses available throughout the country(13/10/2008)
Honeywell one-day domestic heating installer training courses are held at locations throughout the UK to bring them close to installers. At just £30 the courses represent excellent value for installers, who will be much better informed about many topics essential to energy efficient heating control. The price includes a comprehensive training manual, lunch and refreshments. Courses usually start at 8.45am and finish at about 5.00pm. The courses combine theory, practical wiring and fault fi... [more]
RF LCD programmer gives thermostatic control to appliances that don’t usually come with an integral thermostat(09/06/2008)
The Dimplex radio frequency control solution now offers an even greater level of control over electric heating appliances all around the home, as it is available with an LCD programmer unit to give 24 hour or seven day programming. The RF LCD programmer gives thermostatic control to ‘dumb’ appliances such as towel rails which don’t usually come with an integral thermostat, improving control for the user over energy use and fuel costs. And as control is central to Part L of the Building Regula... [more]
GAH Heating launches external range of oil condensing boilers(19/03/2008)
GAH Heating is expanding its thermeco brand of high efficiency oil condensing boilers with the launch of an external range. The wall mounted thermeco is available in 12/16 or 16/25 models and boasts outputs of 40-55,000 BTU per hour and 55-85,000 BTU/hr respectively. The floor standing model in 12/24 offers 40-80,000 BTU/hr whilst the 24/30 provides 80-100,000 BTU/hr. The SEDBUK A rated appliances comply with Part L of the Building Regulations and boast an extensive range of round telesco... [more]
Large quantity of condensate is making its way into drains(24/10/2007)
There are an estimated 17 million gas boilers in the UK, with around 1.5 million new boilers installed each year. A condensing boiler from an average household will produce approximately 800 litres of acid per year at pH4. This is not a problem for an odd house or two but the amount of acid condensate put down the drain is thought to be growing at a rate in excess of half a million litres per week as more and more condensing boilers are installed. It’s conservatively thought that in two ... [more]
Meeting the new requirements of Building Regulations Part L when installing new condensing boilers in a hard water area(16/05/2007)
An important change to the Building Regulations covering the installation of condensing boilers came into force on 6 April 2007, directly affecting plumbers and central heating engineers operating in hard water areas, which make up 65% of the UK’s water supplies. This alteration to the Guidance documents for Part L of the revised Building regulations requires that in any new installation of a condensing boiler where the water hardness is above 200 ppm, some provision must be made to treat the... [more]
Vortice announces 95% efficient mechanical extract with heat recovery(14/03/2007)
Vortice has announced the HRU ECO 3 RF Heat Recovery System. The HRU ECO 3 RF exceeds the Building Regulations Part L (conservation of energy in homes, offices and other buildings) and is equipped with quiet, energy saving DC motors that, married with a clever construction of heat exchanger, results in an efficiency of 95%. The unit can be easily installed into the loft space and is controlled by state-of-the-art 3 speed wireless controllers. The unit considers health, comfort and noise issu... [more]
Honeywell brings installers up to date with techniques and the latest building regulations(09/02/2007)
Honeywell will run well over 50 of its one-day Installer Training Courses at locations throughout the UK during 2007. The intensive courses combine theory, practical wiring and fault finding exercises, and guidance on sales techniques to help installers boost profits. They cover all aspects of heating controls installation and energy conservation, including the amendments to Part L of the Building Regulations. Installers receive guidance on the selection and installation of industry-standar... [more]
Creda Profile panel heaters with seven day digital programming(20/01/2007)
Creda’s Profile range of panel heaters are now available with seven day digital programming, enabling users to set different on - off periods for each day of the week, for energy-efficient control. These modern, slimline panel heaters featuring a thermostat and digital programmer are also available without integral controls for applications that demand external temperature control and timer programming. Creda have reported that Profile panels have become very popular for hotels, leisure fa... [more]
Credanet II central electric heating system provides significant reduction in carbon impact and fuel consumption(18/11/2006)
Creda have announced Credanet II, building on the success of the first central electric heating system. Credanet is an advanced and patented electric heating system designed specifically for social housing and private developers. Credanet II provides total user control together with a significant reduction in carbon impact and fuel consumption, and has been heralded as the way forward in intelligent, economical and Part L compliant central heating for modern electric heating. Credanet II ... [more]
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