http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/ en-gb Copyright 2009 framework Media Ltd Tue, 15 May 2012 00:19:00 +0100 60 6b7b1f02db9ea7a0cae0c2e65a888560 With the launch of the new innovative MACO Secure Plus scheme well underway, MACO are pleased to welcome Boisse Windows of Dorset as the first to sign up. After attending the very successful and much talked about Glazerite launch event in Lingfield, Surrey, Boisse Windows quickly realised the benefits that… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Boisse-Windows-first-to-secure-MACO-SECURE-PLUS-registration/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:19:00 +0100 16dcff4e95e0d998ca8299b995efbf1e Midland Heart, one of the leading housing and care providers in the country, has joined the nationwide sustainability initiative, SHIFT. SHIFT is the environmental benchmark methodology used to assess an organisation’s sustainability credentials. Sustainable Homes Index For Tomorrow (SHIFT) counts the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA), WWF, the Mayor of… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Major-housing-provider-joins-national-green-group/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:18:00 +0100 720c47a0f3b61e679d2f72794b748edb Many residents in rural locations across the UK are not connected to mains gas so have to rely on domestic heating oil - costs of which have increased by 66 percent over the last three years (1). By installing a small wind turbine, a growing number of these households and… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/From-oil-to-wind-energy/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:17:00 +0100 67e840a07fdfcea6a0f9919caca6e3d9 Marsh Industries, the Northamptonshire-based firm specialising in sewage treatment systems, has received international acclaim and has increased its export orders in the first quarter of 2012. The company manufactures and supplies a range of septic tanks, sewage treatment and rain water harvesting systems for domestic and light commercial applications and… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Sewage-treatment-firm-soaks-up-success/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:12:00 +0100 047a75ac5e8903c1404a3da02408bb9e AWARD winning LED specialist MHA Lighting has saved Newcastle International Airport 70% on its car park lighting costs. The forward-thinking firm triumphed over other national lighting firms to transform the lighting in the airport’s busy car parks with 370 Perimeter Lights (PL). Greater Manchester-based MHA Lighting created a powerful solution… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/MHA-Lighting-lights-up-Newcastle-International-Airport-Car-Park-with-award-winning-LEDs/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:11:00 +0100 8d61620ec54c332c4e921725a64bc09d Kawneer’s windows and doors and curtain walling, used vertically and as rooflights, feature on the £60 million new-build and refurbishment of the former West Kent College in Tonbridge, one of the largest projects of its kind in the further education sector. Aluminium’s sustainability credentials, low maintenance and long life cycles… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Kawneer-Systems-help-college-into-21st-century/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:10:00 +0100 d45a959d9f8602b5063a2620951a8e19 Following the success of Varisol, the world’s first modular solar thermal collector with no manifold, Kingspan Renewables has launched Varisol HP – a revolutionary new design, which uses advanced heat pipe technology to deliver sustained, top quality performance matched with a lifetime of energy savings. This latest breakthrough retains all… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Kingspan-heats-up-solar-offering-with-launch-of-Varisol-HP/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:09:00 +0100 61812d57e44abe1eb62c46a62683b250 It would take five men hand sweeping an hour - It takes one man with a SweepEx five minutes. We’re talking about the versatile SweepEx push broom system with its ability to sweep virtually any material and fast. Fine dust, grain, small stones and pebbles, packaging scrap, metal swarf, mud… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/New-broom-sweeps-clean/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:09:00 +0100 5f6fba5bfbed1a2999489513f9e73d83 The Spanish multinational and a world leader in the production and distribution of quartz, natural stone and recycled surfaces, Cosentino, is presenting an innovative project developed by Brazilian designers, Fernando and Humberto Campana at Fuorisalone 2012. Shaping Silestone is the name of this innovative design, which combines conceptual and sculptural… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Introducing-Shaping-Silestone-an-innovative-furniture-project-for-Cosentino/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:08:00 +0100 fede4a0ab52096c8bef0f1ff102d45d8 Axter’s new GENERAL FIX lightweight fastening system secures roof mounted equipment such as PV amorphous ‘thin film’ modules, crystalline panels and other plant, without penetrating the waterproofing system or compromising the structural integrity of the building. GENERAL FIX applies the VELCRO hook and loop fastening principle and tolerates heavy-duty stress… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Innovative-lightweight-nonpenetrating-fastening-system-for-roof-mounted-equipment/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:08:00 +0100 ad23875ba5134cde78924196050a5c74 Staff and students at the Centre for Alternative Technology's Graduate School for the Environment have received praise for new research evaluating the environmental impacts of mainstream methods of insulating solid wall homes, and investigating sustainable alternatives. Students Marion Wright, Naomi Miskin, Andrew Flower and staff Ranyl Rhydwen and Arthur Butler… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/New-research-at-CAT-suggests-sustainable-solutions-for-retrofitting/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:07:00 +0100 a95c8e2006bffb009a4eef6affe49003 The compact new Quadrifoglio vertical condensing commercial boiler from Ferroli introduces a new level of flexibility for renovating heating systems with large water flow and low pressure, whilst vastly improving energy efficiency and fuel consumption. The Quadrifoglio – Italian for four-leaf clover - is the latest result of Ferroli’s 50-plus… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Unique-heat-exchanger-technology-in-Ferrolis-new-Quadrifoglio-boiler-/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:06:00 +0100 dae8d7d8e1a31a4193fbf8fad4e46a71 Clover House, a 1960’s architect-designed home, is benefiting from the rewards of Warm Wall by Knauf Marmorit to externally insulate its new extension as part of the re-modelling and re-arrangement of the house to provide for the needs of a growing family. The prestigious house located at the top of… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Warmer-Walls-for-Clover-House/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:05:00 +0100 98fa407938a1cf80cce5dbca43c23f91 Owners of let and unoccupied property can now make big savings on their insurance premiums if they fit Floodcheck, an automatic valve that acts like a fuse box for a mains water supply. Floodcheck turns off the water if there is a leak, burst, running tap or risk if freezing.… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Insurers-vote-of-confidence-in-Floodcheck/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:04:00 +0100 808d3802ee4e5cfe9f04f7754137faf1 Dempsey Dyer has been in the industry press a lot recently: its new Beaumont range of composite products is gathering momentum and is set to take the market by storm. The range has been designed to bridge the gap between welded PVC-U and timber and demonstrates Dempsey Dyer’s understanding of… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Something-genuinely-revolutionary-from-Dempsey-Dyer-/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:03:00 +0100 c1e3cd597119179874e0e75d3af5235b Norwegian Global Cleantech 100 company, Kebony is delighted to unveil its latest project, the Kebony-Wallpaper* Dog Retreat – a one-off bespoke piece made of sustainable Kebony ‘bones’ exhibited at the Wallpaper* Handmade exhibition, Salone Internazionale del Mobile (Milan Furniture Fair). Specially commissioned by Wallpaper* and working in collaboration with acclaimed… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Kebony-barks-up-the-right-tree-with-the-unveiling-of-their-bespoke-Dog-Retreat/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:02:00 +0100 7c2e85f8ae59df50d35a4bf0555eab82 Stroma Technology, leading providers of building compliance assessments and energy carbon consultancy services, delivered a package of complementary services on the ground breaking Oberon Court residential development, one of London's most energy-conscious yet. The scheme was awarded a Level 5 Code for Sustainable Homes rating – the second highest level… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-05-15/Oberon-Court-achieves-the-onerous-CSH-Level-5-standard/ Tue, 15 May 2012 00:01:00 +0100 422334a173a6c67d153418362615d52b The Sustainable Construction iNet (iNet) has added to its dynamic team with the appointment of two innovation advisors, Ian Hope and Dr Abrar Jawaid, to support small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) across the East Midlands. Ian Hope joins iNet from Connect Midlands, where he was a company relations executive,… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/iNET-appoints-new-innovation-advisors/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:16:00 +0100 5818be0a73bc2578a0da433b5102b9e6 Businesses must manage their water bills carefully to avoid it becoming a drain on profitability, according to utilities management consultancy CMR, part of ENER-G Plc (www.energ.co.uk). The warning comes as water and sewerage economic regulator Ofwat has announced that consumers in England and Wales will pay an average of 5.7%… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/How-to-stop-profits-leaking-away-through-higher-water-bills-/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:16:00 +0100 a60b4a06183666c278afa05dad5f9bd3 WPL has undertaken substantive research and development into energy saving options for their HiPAF submerged aerated filter sewage treatment range. This research has been undertaken with a view to reducing the whole life costs, energy consumption and carbon footprint, in line with the Water Utility 2020 initiatives. As part of… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/Energy-efficient-products-from-WPL-/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:15:00 +0100 fd2cf18353afce6ffa18dd1f968bbece The Waxman Group has invested over £100k in a specialist training academy offering independently-certified courses for renewable energy installers at its head office in Elland, West Yorkshire. Waxman Training Academy will offer a selection of courses dealing with solar PV, solar thermal, water regulations, heat pump installation, unvented hot water,… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/Waxman-launches-training-academy-for-installers/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:14:00 +0100 c0ca4f97f49143ddb8d3dfe24ce1d948 One of Nottingham’s most environmentally responsible companies is adding to its green credentials with the installation of a bespoke solar PV system. Leicester-based Intelligent Energy Solutions (IES) installed 84 panels on the side elevation of Enviroenergy’s London Road premises, saving the company over £1,000 per year. IES secured the contract… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/Renewables-specialists-fit-solar-panels-at-Nottingham-environmental-landmark/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:13:00 +0100 4a51a0d3bd07a4453ea707731654d258 Yorkshire's foremost green energy company Earthtest Energy is fast becoming a trend-setter in changing the way buildings and homes are heated with the use of geothermal energy. Ground source heating using geothermal energy can offer savings on heating bills of up to 85% with high levels of insulation and heat… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/Earthtest-Energy-gets-Englands-first-for-Yorkshire/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:12:00 +0100 dcd756022b0f4661884a7b4cfe3ebf4f Stroma Certification and Community Interest Company (CIC), Yorkshire Energy Services (YES) have collaborated to prepare communities across the UK for the Governments new initiative – the Green Deal. The Green Deal is the new Government Initiative, which intends to reduce carbon emissions cost-effectively throughout the UK. The scheme aims to… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/Stroma-says-YES-to-the-Green-Deal/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:12:00 +0100 8c27e615447b13080628b3923482ab8d Based on our core technology of PVC-U extrusion and patented Twinson composite material; Deceuninck manufactures innovative products for windows, doors and conservatories, outdoor living and cladding, whilst striving to achieve the lowest ecological footprint. Our window and door systems achieve first class insulation values. Many Deceuninck windows have achieved the… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/BuildingSustainable-Home/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:11:00 +0100 9eea7af712978ec288c687d4ff81be83 VertiQ from Rockfon is a new, exciting concept in wall absorbers, specifically designed for installation in schools and sporting venues, as well as being suitable for offices. Combining modern aesthetics with excellent impact resistance, VertiQ highly sound absorbent wall absorbers offer strength and safety, with a unique fixing system. A… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/Rockfon-VertiQ-newunique-impact-resistant-wall-absorber/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:10:00 +0100 dc1bc52f81ea8aa68fd22d05e626120b Leading UK biomass heating specialists, Econergy, have just completed the commissioning of a new communal heating system for this prestigious refurbishment of two tower blocks in Birmingham. Working alongside main contractor Wates, Econergy have installed a new wood pellet Biomass system with Buderus modular top-up and standby boilers to serve… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/Biomass-reaches-new-heights/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:09:00 +0100 d46369912f681dd32de9a8ba49b854e1 Innovative, Nottinghamshire-based Green Roof Systems, has received funding worth £4,800 to undertake a research and development (R&D) project into sedum growth and the UK green roof industry to help the company develop its product range and services for the construction industry. The Sustainable Construction iNet (iNet), the Daventry-based organisation which… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/Green-shoots-for-company-in-sedum-roofing/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:08:00 +0100 0b3cefda6606687d6853ccb366131190 On 2 April 2012 the Energy Saving Trust will launch the pre-registration process for phase two of the Renewable Heat Premium Payment (RHPP) voucher scheme which, as confirmed by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), has risen from £10m to £25m in value. RHPP applications will be accepted… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/The-Renewable-Heat-Premium-Payment-RHPP-Phase-Two-/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:07:00 +0100 7d9a96d89f2a80a0783709a8bb914f0f E.ON has launched a new community project in Birmingham which provides jobs and training for unemployed people in the Second City whilst providing much-needed energy efficiency help for local residents living in fuel poverty. The Community Energy Assessors scheme is providing jobs for 15 unemployed people aged between 20 and… http://www.ecoshowcase.co.uk/News/Article/2012-04-15/EON-community-scheme-fuels-jobs-skillsenergy-efficiency-drive-across-Birmingham/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:06:00 +0100