Altecnic News & Blogs

With the domestic heating landscape needing to evolve due to targets set by the government, homeowners are presented with an array of options that span from traditional gas boilers to new, low-carbon renewable solutions. Amidst this diversity, hybrid domestic systems […]

The sixth issue of Idronics UK offers guidance on heat pump design and componentry selection, aiming to enhance the knowledge of the industry and support the shift to low-carbon heating solutions. Altecnic Ltd, the UK’s leading supplier of hydronic solutions, […]

The push for a sustainable future is driving regulations towards low-carbon and renewable energy sources for heating and hot water. This can be a challenge for building owners and developers, especially in existing structures. But fear not, there’s a solution: […]

HIU’s perform an important role in heating systems, so it’s important to know right from wrong when it comes to misconceptions in the industry. Let’s set the record straight: “A HIU is like a boiler” A heat interface unit (HIU) […]

We talk every day about expansion vessels in one form or another, this could be giving part codes to customers to sizing vessels for installers – but what is the purpose of an expansion vessel and what are the differences […]

The rise of off-site fabrication presents a game-changing solution for specifiers, contractors, and building operators tackling refurbishment challenges and striving for high-performance heating and hot water systems in commercial buildings. Establishing efficient heating systems amidst constraints like limited space, tight […]

Dirt and air in hydronic systems cause operational problems and their removal is a key factor in achieving maximum efficiency. Steve Elsmore, Senior Technical Support at Altecnic, breaks down why the removal of air from systems is important and describes […]

As heat pumps use a refrigerant to absorb the heat from the air, ground, or water, they have a risk of freezing. This is particularly so when installed in places that are exposed to the elements and fluctuations in temperature. […]

Stephen Elsmore, Senior Technical Support at Altecnic, runs through how to install the NEW Caleffi XF magnetic filter.  The removal of dirt and air from a system is important to ensure that the system remains efficient. Through the installation of […]

BIM (Building Information Modelling) is the process of creating and managing information on a construction project throughout its whole lifecycle. It aims to assist architects, engineers, and construction professionals in designing, constructing and maintaining buildings within a single 3D model. […]