The Altecnic Podcast

In this episode, we delve into the innovative world of hybrid heating systems—a sustainable solution for modern homes. Learn how these systems blend the reliability of traditional gas boilers with the eco-friendly efficiency of heat pumps to provide optimal comfort year-round. We’ll explore the key components that make hybrid systems work, their benefits for homeowners, and considerations for adopting them. Whether you’re planning to upgrade your heating system or curious about eco-friendly options, this episode has all the insights you need to stay warm, save energy, and embrace sustainability. Find out more at: https://www.altecnic.co.uk/

Join us for a special LIVE episode of the Altecnic Podcast recorded straight from the Installer Show 2024! Your host, Ed Morris, Technical Manager at Altecnic, brings you an engaging discussion with some of the industry’s brightest minds. In this exciting episode, Ed is joined by Damon Blakemore of Blakemore Plumbing and Heating, and the dynamic duo from PPH Pointy Plumbing & Heating Services: Pointy Plumber and his apprentice, Grandad. Tune in as we cover: Industry Journeys: Customer Trends & Renewables:Regulations & Training:Mental Health & Industry Challenges: Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from the experts and get a firsthand look at what’s shaping the future of plumbing and heating!

In this audio blog, PR & Communications Executive, Georgia Cantrill, unravels the complexities of heating systems to provide a guide on how to unlock their full potential. Georgia covers the purpose of balancing, consequences of an imbalanced system, and how to find a full solution to provide comfort and optimise performance for the end user.

Join us as we are joined by Damon Blakemore, heat pump installer, to discuss how heat pumps and low carbon solutions are changing the game for installers within the plumbing and heating industry. We discuss the importance of heat pump training for installers and how it is shaping the future of the trade. Whether you're a homeowner, an installer, or simply curious about the latest trends in plumbing and heating, this podcast is your guide to understanding the changes in the industry and the crucial role of heat pumps in creating a greener, more cost-effective future. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve!

Air vents are fitted on almost every system, and all look fairly similar, but how do you know what makes a good one? In this audio blog we look at air vents, covering what they are, how they work, and the key benefits of installing them.

In this Altecnic podcast episode, we get to know the Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors through their CEO, John Thompson, as part of their 'Quality Plumbers Week'.

In our latest episode, Ed Morris, Technical Manager at Altecnic, & Steve Elsmore, Senior Technical Support at Altecnic deep dive into the future of training in the plumbing and heating industry, bringing insights straight from the installers themselves. Join Ed & Steve as they explore the burning questions about the changing landscape of plumbing and heating training from an installer's perspective. What’s the most important topic for training in the plumbing & heating industry? What’s the biggest barrier for installers trying to upskill/reskill? Do you think training from manufacturers is valuable? What sets this episode apart is that we've gathered answers from a recent Instagram poll of installers and apprentices across the country. Ed & Steve bring their firsthand experiences, as well as the experiences and perspectives of current installers, to provide invaluable insights into the future training and education for this industry.

BIM (Building Information Modelling) is the process of creating and managing information on a construction project throughout its whole lifecycle. Georgia Cantrill, PR & Communications Assistant at Altecnic, gives a quick overview of what BIM is, how it works, and how it may impact the plumbing and heating industry.

PR & Communications Assistant, Georgia Cantrill, discusses the key features of a Heat Interface Unit (HIU), how it fits into a heat network and the benefits of installing HIU's for installers and end-users. To find out more about HIUs, and any other products, visit altecnic.co.uk.

Controlling the safety and hygiene of a water system is an essential element of the overall safety of end-users; preventing scalding and ensuring the growth of harmful bacteria and pseudomonas is minimised should be a priority of those who design, install and maintain the system. In this audio blog we discuss how thermal balancing valves can play a key role maintaining the hygiene of a system.

In our latest audio blog Georgia Cantrill, PR and Communications Assistant at Altecnic, discusses what the UKCA marking extension means for the industry and how this differs for construction products.

In this 'Part L mini-series', we discuss the latest updates plumbing and heating engineers need to be aware of. Join Ed Morris, Technical Manager, and Stephanie Allchurch, Product Development Manager as they discuss the key to gaining efficiency for all systems - balancing - and what the new Part L requirements are.

In this 'Part L mini-series', we discuss the latest updates plumbing and heating engineers need to be aware of. Join Ed Morris, Technical Manager, and Stephanie Allchurch, Product Development Manager as they discuss what Part L (and other recently introduced regulations) stipulates about water treatment.

In this 'Part L mini-series', we discuss the latest updates plumbing and heating engineers need to be aware of. Join Ed Morris, Technical Manager, and Stephanie Allchurch, Product Development Manager as they discuss what the regulation means by a 'fabric first' approach.

In this 'Part L mini-series', we discuss the latest updates plumbing and heating engineers need to be aware of. Join Ed Morris, Technical Manager, and Stephanie Allchurch, Product Development Manager as they discuss what the introduction of heat loss calculations means to installers to comply with the new regulations.

In this 'Part L mini-series', we discuss the latest updates plumbing and heating engineers need to be aware of. Join Ed Morris, Technical Manager, and Stephanie Allchurch, Product Development Manager as they discuss what Part L means for lowering system flow temperatures.

In this 'Part L mini-series', we discuss the latest updates plumbing and heating engineers need to be aware of. Join Ed Morris, Technical Manager, and Stephanie Allchurch, Product Development Manager as they explain what Part L says about heating controls.

The importance of a balanced heating system is often understated. This audio blog takes a look at the basics, some consequences and most importantly, the solutions.

We're continuing our push on mental health awareness, this time joined by a very special guest from Men Talk. Big thank you as always to Stephen Blair (Co-Founder of Men Talk) & Lee Brown (Peaky Plumber) for sharing. https://www.mentalk.online/

Modern new builds are getting smaller and smaller as developers prioritise space saving. This has led to manufacturers having to develop space-saving plumbing solutions - here's our latest compact magnetic filter, the Dirtmag Mini!