Day 1 in Donegal

At 11.ooam on Friday, the Joule Donegal International Rally kicks off from An Grianán and this year’s stages promise to be better than ever. Friday promises great weather (as far as great weather can be promised!) and dry roads could see some eye watering times. Day 1 will cover over 77km and 6 stages, with places like Newtowncunningham and Burt seeing racing back after a few years gap. The first cars from Stage One are due on Mouldy Hill at 12.20pm, when the weekend competition starts in earnest.

Over the years the demand for air to water heat pumps in Ireland has skyrocketed. There are a few main factors why the demand for a heat pump has increased.

Win a World Cup Trip to Japan

We’re launching some great new competitions for Joule customers, like this Joule Cyclone one. Win the trip of a lifetime to the Rugby World Cup in Japan this September to see two of England’s group games. We’ll provide the winner and a friend with flights to England’s opening match against Argentina in Tokyo on the 5th October. We’ll also send you to England’s game against France in Yokohama on the 12th October. All flights and accommodation is included in the prize. So if you want to be in with a chance of winning this fantastic prize for you and a friend, check out all the competition details below.

Gas Boiler Ban in Favour of Renewables

Following recommendations from the Independent Committee on Climate Change, the Chancellor, Philip Hammond, recently announced a ban on gas boilers for all new homes, from 2025. Various ways of reducing fossil fuel as an energy source in new builds, have been mooted before, but an outright ban within 6 years, puts the measure in a formal setting. While gas for cooking will still be allowed for the foreseeable future, gas heating systems will not be a feature in new homes from 2025. The gas ban is part of an effort to reduce carbon emissions, as part of the UK’s role in tackling climate change. Up to 14% of emissions come from housing and a lot of the increase in home emissions, comes from gas boilers. So what will replace gas and what will builders and developers be installing as alternatives to gas heating?

Joule Underfloor Heating – A Smart Energy Choice

Underfloor heating systems provide home owners with a balanced radiant heat throughout the home. Hot water underfloor heating systems supply efficiency at low water temperatures. In addition, they are an ideal match with renewable energy heat sources and contribute to a more energy efficient home.

Hot Water Association Launches New Consumer Guide

In the first of its kind, the Hot Water Association (HWA) has launched a new consumer guide, giving homeowners essential information on keeping hot water cylinders in their best condition. The Homeowners Guide to Unvented Hot Water Cylinder Servicing gives consumers a handle on when to have cylinders serviced, who to contact and how to know that a good job has been done.

Stainless Steel Hot Water Cylinders

Stainless steel hot water cylinders are well known in the heating and hot water industry. There are multiple reasons why stainless steel cylinders are in high demand. The cylinders have a high corrosion resistance ability. They can also take high water pressure.

Hot Water Cylinders

Most homes have hot water cylinders which are used to supply the home with heating and hot water solutions. Some of our customers integrate their hot water cylinders with renewable energy sources such as heat pumps and solar thermal. As a result, this allows a more efficient and economic heating solution.

SmartPlumb Compact Shortlisted for Product of the Year

The H&V News Awards celebrate and reward “excellence for the most forward thinking and highest achievements across the building services industry”.We’re delighted to be included in this year’s shortlist, with our SmartPlumb Compact nominated in the Domestic HVAC  Product of the Year Award category.The H&V Awards cover the complete HVAC and building services supply chain, with installers, consultants, service companies along with manufacturers.