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Is the Race For Sustainability Superseding Safety?

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Designing a successful hot water system today necessitates a nuanced approach, carefully balancing adherence to stringent building legislation, paramount safety considerations and economic viability. In addition, there is also the growing imperative of environmental sustainability, which has not only emerged as a key driver in the optimisation of commercial hot water systems, but has started … Read more

Ask Adveco? Sustainability and Regulation Challenges For Water Heating

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Welcome to the second in the Ask Adveco series. This time we respond to questions on DHW sustainability and regulation challenges..  How does Adveco define sustainability within commercial buildings? Sustainability encompasses a broad range of functions across the commercial sector, from the bricks and mortar construction to daily operational demands.  As a hot water specialist … Read more

Retrofit Of Gas Water Heating – A National Commercial Challenge

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Without a doubt, one of the great challenges that faces the UK is the retrofit of HVAC systems across the commercial built environment. According to the Department for Business, Energy, & Industry Strategy (BEIS) there were 1,755,000 recognised non-domestic buildings in England and Wales at the end of March 2024. Many of these buildings will … Read more

Three Steps to Sustainable Hot Water In Schools

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Adveco outlines the three steps available to introduce sustainable hot water in schools: gas water heater replacement, gas heating plus a low-carbon source of preheat such as heat pumps or solar thermal or all-electric water heating. The UK school’s estate is currently comprised of approximately 96,000 buildings. Approximately 85% of current UK building stock is … Read more

Is Carbon Negative Water Heating Achievable?

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In the pursuit of net zero commercial building stock in the UK, achieving carbon negative water heating is the ultimate goal, but is it even possible today? The pursuit of net-zero carbon buildings necessitates a critical look at every aspect of their energy consumption. While often overlooked, hot water systems can contribute significantly to a … Read more

Embracing The Power Of Solar FUSION

Solar thermal panel system connection to FUSION commercial electric water heating system

Discover how Adveco can combine packaged electric water heating and solar thermal – solar FUSION – for low-carbon commercial water heating… Whether new build or retrofit, the application of solar thermal pre-heat is a well-established means of reducing the energy demands of domestic hot water (DHW) applications, offsetting operational costs and actively cutting carbon each … Read more

Ask Adveco? Trends In The Commercial Water Heating Market

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As a specialist designer and supplier to the public and commercial water heating market, Adveco is deeply involved in addressing the issues, exceeding legislation and advancing technology to take buildings toward net zero status nationwide.  In the first of an irregular series, we will aim to answer some of the most frequently asked and more … Read more

Offsite Construction Of Plant Rooms For Commercial Water Heating

GRP plant room being lifted into position for hot water provision

The offsite construction of packaged plant rooms for commercial domestic hot water (DHW) applications is gaining real traction in the UK. This process sees Adveco design, assemble and test complete plant rooms within a controlled factory environment before delivering them to site as ready-to-connect units for immediate commissioning. Compared to traditional on-site assembly, this modern … Read more

Regulations & Partnership – Creating Commercial Hot Water

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The successful delivery of hot water applications in UK commercial buildings is dependent on regulations and partnership, hinged on the coordinated efforts of four key groups: consultants, mechanical & electrical (M&E) contractors, manufacturers, and the installer. Each role plays a distinct yet interconnected part, ensuring a system’s design, installation, and maintenance meet the highest standards … Read more

Domestic Hot Water For Mixed Use Office Spaces

The traditional model for office buildings in the UK is undergoing a significant transformation. A growing trend towards mixed-use developments is reshaping urban landscapes, integrating office spaces with a diverse range of complementary functions, including retail, leisure, and food services. This shift is driven by a confluence of factors, from evolving work patterns and changing … Read more