Category Archives: Heating, Plumbing & HVAC

The article below was one of many I wrote for many publications over several years, on behalf of a valve manufacturer. The publisher was ABC&D (Architect, Builder, Contractor & Developer) magazine. Scalding: a totally preventable “accident” The bill tabled by … Continue reading →

Below is another article from my monthly contributions to the training section of a leading heating and plumbing magazine, written on behalf of a leading manufacturer serving those industries. Preventing water backflow The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 (or … Continue reading →

I wrote the following article in 2009 as one of my monthly contributions to the training section of a leading heating and plumbing magazine, on behalf of a leading manufacturer serving those industries. Water pressure regulation in tall buildings Pressure … Continue reading →

The soil may be waterlogged and the reservoirs full when you read this, but sometimes England is in drought and we are encouraged to conserve fresh water in case the taps run dry. During those periods I wrote many articles … Continue reading →

My post “Smoking ban was unnecessary to protect smokers and non-smokers from harm” (see HERE) prompted a comment that doubted the efficacy of electrostatic air cleaners in pubs. In response,  here’s the text of a press release I wrote and … Continue reading →

There was no need for a total ban on smoking in pubs and clubs to protect smokers and non-smokers from harmful tobacco smoke. I say this with confidence because well-proven air cleaning technology existed to remove the smell and all … Continue reading →

Are households overlooking a simple and cost-effective way to save energy and cut fuel bills? There’s no shortage of advice on ways to save energy, but most require a huge capital outlay. Few householders will ever recoup costs through energy … Continue reading →

A new school in Plymouth is using “free” renewable energy for all its heating needs, making it one of the greenest schools in the UK.  Brook Green Centre for Learning employs ground source heat pumps and solar panels for all … Continue reading →

Fitting thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) to a home central heating system can improve comfort, convenience and energy efficiency by providing temperature control for individual rooms. Householders can then adjust the set temperature in a room to suit how it is … Continue reading →

‘Severe Scalding of Patients’ has been added to the new list of NHS ‘Never Events’ published by the Department of Health. ‘Never Events’ are very serious patient safety incidents that should not occur if relevant preventative measures have been put … Continue reading →