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Across the UK, copper theft is on the rise, with organised and opportunistic criminals targeting construction sites and partially completed buildings for unsecured or exposed pipework. At the same time, insurers are grappling with the escalating cost of ‘escape-of-water’ claims caused by faulty or damaged pipes.  For specifiers and installers, these are no longer operational […]

Malleable iron fittings are a type of durable threaded pipe connector designed for the high-pressure transportation of water, gas, oil, steam and air. Malleable iron pipe fittings are used in a wide variety of applications including plumbing, heating and gas installation, HVAC technology, fire suppression systems and industrial and mechanical engineered piping. GF explains more: What is blackheart and […]

Underfloor heating (UFH) systems are becoming increasingly popular as part of the overall drive to make homes more energy efficient and move to low temperature heating systems. James Griffiths, Head of Projects at GF Building Flow Solutions highlights the important factors to consider during installation that will help to ensure the system performs as intended […]

GF Building Flow Solutions has launched the Uponor S-Press PLUS adapter swivel nut, designed to streamline the installation process and minimise the risk of errors that can occur with compression fittings.  The Uponor S-Press PLUS adapter swivel nut provides a releasable screw connector for connection to on-wall fittings, filters and shut-off valves. The other end of […]

Uponor has been awarded Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) approval of up to 16 bar for its range of MLC (multi-layer composite) on boosted cold water supplies. The approval provides specifiers and installers with a corrosion-resistant alternative to traditional copper and metal systems for taller buildings. The latest certification is an important step forward for […]