Vent-Axia’s Lo-Carbon PureAir Cleanse is the industry’s first dedicated continuous-running Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) unit with an integrated indoor air quality sensor. Combining intelligent humidity control with advanced air-quality sensing, it detects, measures and clears the air of chemical pollutants, specifically total volatile organic compounds (TVOCs).

Designed for continuous operation in domestic wet rooms, the dMEV delivers ultra-quiet performance, with independently tested sound levels as low as 7.4dB(A). Ideal for PAS 2035 energy efficiency retrofits, the Lo-Carbon PureAir Cleanse provides continuous whole-house extract ventilation to meet increased airflow requirements in line with Approved Document F (2021).

Intelligent air quality sensing automatically boosts extraction when pollutant or humidity levels rise, helping clear the air quickly while minimising nuisance tripping. Sophisticated fan logic ensures airflow increases are smooth and proportional for improved comfort and efficiency.

A patented delayed start comfort control option allows homeowners to enjoy a quiet bathroom for up to 20 minutes before the boost activates, while a three-minute light-switch delay helps prevent disturbance during nighttime use.

Installation is quick and flexible. The IPX5-rated unit can be wall and ceiling-mounted within Zones 1, 2 and 3, requiring only a 56mm ceiling void and featuring a 100mm spigot for easy retrofit. Meeting UBA air quality standards and backed by a seven-year warranty, the Lo-Carbon PureAir Cleanse is the next-generation dMEV solution electricians can trust.

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Mould has become the topic everyone is talking about, and not just the housing sector. Since Awaab’s Law was announced, damp and mould have been in the news, and this is having a knock-on effect that is being felt through the supply chain. For electrical wholesalers, ventilation is suddenly a hot topic, and Positive Input Ventilation is flying off the shelves. Andy Inskip, Sales Director at Manrose, explains.

Mould is in the news. With Awaab’s Law coming into force for social housing landlords on 27th October 2025, there has been a huge surge in awareness about the health risks of living with mould. Social housing landlords now have to investigate and fix damp and mould problems within strict timeframes, but the ripple effect has reached beyond the social housing sector. Private landlords and homeowners are now paying attention too, and they are looking for quick, effective solutions. For electrical wholesalers, this means they are seeing a surge in Positive Input Ventilation (PIV).

Nationwide problem

Awaab’s Law was introduced after the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak, caused by mould in his home. The new legislation aims to stop that ever happening again, forcing social housing landlords to act fast when tenants report damp or mould. Since 27th October 2025, social landlords are required to address damp and mould hazards that present a significant risk of harm to tenants, within fixed timescales. They also have to address all emergency repairs, whether they relate to damp and mould or any other hazard, as soon as possible and within no longer than 24 hours.

While the law only applies to social housing, it has raised public awareness about the dangers of damp and condensation. Homeowners who once ignored black spots on the bathroom ceiling or musty smells are now taking them seriously. Newspapers and social media are now full of mould horror stories, and that is driving consumers to look for preventative solutions, not just a quick wipe with bleach.

Mould is a nationwide problem. The English Housing Survey recently revealed that around 5% of English homes have damp problems, the highest in five years. Condensation is the biggest culprit, affecting 3% of homes overall, and rising to 7% in local authority properties. That is almost a million homes in need of better ventilation

This demand is not slowing down. As Awaab’s Law came in, it highlighted how important it is to keep our homes dry and healthy. The shift in awareness means wholesalers and contractors are increasingly fielding questions about ventilation, condensation and indoor air quality (IAQ). And PIV is becoming the go-to fix.

Positive Input Ventilation

PIV works by drawing fresh filtered air from the loft and gently introducing it into the home. This positive pressure pushes out stale moisture-laden air, reducing condensation and preventing mould from forming.

It is simple, effective and ideal for retrofits, which is exactly what many homes in the UK need. For electricians PIV is a breath of fresh air since it is effortlessly installed. Simple to fit and commission in any size loft, only a hole in the ceiling is needed to fit the diffuser and no external cut outs are needed.

Designed to make both electricians’ and electrical wholesaler’s lives easier, PIV like Manrose’s Lo-Watt Pivotal comes complete with a ceiling diffuser, flexible duct and G4 filters, plus hanging kit and floor mounting base as standard, so there is everything that is needed to complete the installation. Meanwhile, a handle incorporated into the unit makes it easy and safe to carry the PIV which is especially useful when lifting through loft hatches.

The unit is supplied with a diffuser to be installed in a central location within the property e.g. in the main hallway of a bungalow or in the landing in a conventional property. The unit is easily set to the appropriate speed at installation based on the size of the property. Natural leakage points that are present in all properties, as well as purpose provided exhaust points, enhance the air change.

Once the PIV is installed, depending on the property, it could take between a few hours to a few days to start to see the effects and may take a couple of weeks for the areas affected with mould to dry out completely. So, households should be happy with seeing a solution that works so quickly.

Cost of living

Another feature wholesalers should also make electricians aware of is the low running costs of the latest energy efficient PIV. This will make PIV attractive for households in the current cost-of-living crisis. The latest PIV continuously ventilates silently in the background while in ‘Trickle’ mode and uses less energy than a standard lightbulb. They can also recover warmth from the loft air during winter, helping to lower heating bills.

Breathe easy

PIV also provides whole house air purification and humidity control, which adds up to a great solution for households. PIV isn’t just about stopping black mould, it also improves IAQ, reduces allergens and creates a fresher, more comfortable home.

Wholesalers can also reassure their customers that PIV units will not cause an irritating cool draft either. Many units come with a comfort heater which tempers the incoming air. For example, the Lo-Watt Pivotal range includes a heater and non-heater model, the Lo-Watt Pivotal with 500W heater helps reduce the chill as fresh air enters the property.

With this new, increased demand for PIV, being ready with the right stock, product knowledge and advice will make wholesalers a key part of the solution, helping electricians meet demand and helping households breathe easier.

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The EDA’s Product Knowledge Modules – winners of two Princess Royal Training Awards in 2022 and again in 2025 – help businesses like yours create cross-selling and up-selling opportunities by building knowledge and confidence. It’s probably why EDA businesses have taken over 11,720 training modules since launch.

Heating and Ventilation is one of the 12 EDA’s Product Knowledge Modules created to develop the professional knowledge and confidence of your team.

Training in Heating and Ventilation includes:

• The principles of heat
• Heating – elements, controls and types of heaters
• The principles of hot water
• Types of water heaters
• The principles of ventilation
• Ventilation applications

Online learning through The EDA Academy

All the EDA Product Knowledge Modules are available to study electronically via The EDA Academy, the Association’s e-learning portal. Each training course is delivered through video and interactive learning, but if the original hard copy textbook is preferred these are still available.

Years of knowledge to give your team a commercial edge

City & Guilds accredited, this training programme harnesses decades of combined expertise from product experts at EDA manufacturers and allied trade associations to create an accessible and practical training opportunity for you and your team.

EDA Product Knowledge modules are also approved for Continuing Professional Development by The CPD Certification Service.

Test your knowledge

Have a go at this quiz sampled from the Heating and Ventilation module. Then check your answers below. If the results show that you need to boost your team’s know-how, talk to the EDA today.

Q1:  Fill in the missing words: Radiation works by ____ moving at the speed of ____ in electromagnetic waves moving away from the _____ source.
Q2: What is another name used for a plinth heater?
Q3: What pressure does a vented hot water system operate at?
Q4: True or false: oil-filled heaters work by a sealed element heating the encased oil.
Q5: The size of an electric multi-point heater ranges from?
Q6: What is the disadvantage of a sub-15 litre unvented water heater?

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Answers

Q1: Atoms, light, heat.
Q2: Kick space heater.
Q3: Low.
Q4: True.
Q5: 30 litres to 100 litres.
Q6: Low capacity.

How did you do?

Full marks: Well done.

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Paul Williams, Domus Ventilation Product Manager, offers advice on how to take advantage of the growing residential ventilation market

The UK’s ventilation market is experiencing a period of significant growth and, where there is growth, there is opportunity to be had. Whilst commercial ventilation systems are less likely to be sold through wholesaler and merchant channels due to their more complex nature, residential ventilation products and systems are readily available to retailers.

Exact figures addressing ventilation in the residential sector are hard to come by as they are frequently included within overall HVAC market figures (which is expected to grow from $5.34 billion in 2022 to an estimated $8.35 billion by 2028), or are amalgamated with commercial ventilation. But whichever statistics and market reports you look at, they are all predicting growth for the ventilation sector.

What is driving growth?

In the residential ventilation sector, growth is being driven by two key factors: our increasing awareness of the importance of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), and regulatory change.

With the pandemic still fresh in our minds, stories of damp and mould making headline news, plus urban air pollution firmly on the political agenda, the demand for quality ventilation in our homes to tackle these issues has never been higher. What’s more, the UK has one of the worst records for deaths from lung disease in Europe and the highest rates of childhood asthma. Good ventilation helps disperse viruses, pollutants and dust, and prevents the formation of mould.

Regulatory changes are also a driving force in market growth, notably Building Regulations which has placed greater emphasis on energy efficiency in our new build homes with every revision. As a result, our homes are becoming ever more airtight, but subsequently we must improve their ventilation to make them comfortable, healthy environments in which to live.

But it’s not just new build homes that need better ventilation. ‘Ventilation provision and use in homes in Great Britain: A national survey,’ which aims to identify installed ventilation provision and use in 1861 British homes, found that 71 % of them did not have ventilation provision that would meet Building Regulations. The older the home, the worst the ventilation. Only 11 % of homes had mechanical ventilation and 22 % reported that they had mould or damp on walls or surfaces in their homes. The Social Housing Regulation Bill and the soon to be passed Renters’ Rights Bill include measures to address ventilation in rental properties, which have further accelerated market growth.

What ventilation products should you be looking at?

To really take advantage of the growth in domestic ventilation products across both new build and existing housing stock, I would focus on three core areas: products that enable compliance with latest regulations; products and systems that make for more energy efficient homes; and products that make for a healthier home. Let’s look at each of these in turn.

When it comes to compliance, Building Regulations Part F Ventilation should be followed.  The latest revision to Building Regulations, which came into force in 2022, requires increased minimum air flow rates across all property sizes. That translates into the use of higher performance extract fans in new homes.  But existing properties can benefit from this too, especially those that have issues with condensation and damp. It would be sensible to swap out older fans that will almost certainly be less powerful and therefore unable to deliver adequate air flow.  It’s worth reminding customers of this as they may not have considered extract fan replacement in older properties.

For energy efficiency, Building Regulations states that Specific Fan Power (SFP) must be no higher than 0.5 Watts per litre per second (W/l/s). With extract volume rates up to 48.8 l/s but SFP down to 0.38W/l/s, Domus Ventilation’s latest Axial fans combine high performance and energy efficiency. For the ultimate in energy efficiency though, a residential Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) system is something to push in new build properties. Increasingly popular, MVHR systems combine supply and extract ventilation in a single system, transferring the heat from the outgoing waste air from wet rooms to the incoming air. This helps reduce the home’s heating load by around 25% according to the Centre for Sustainable Energy. To ensure maximum energy efficiency is gained from any fan-based device though, it’s important to only use good quality ducting designed to work as part of that system (Domus Ventilation ducting has been third party tested for end-to-end system performance).

Another great aspect of MVHR systems is their use of filters. Our HRXE MVHR systems come with G3 filters as standard which are 80% efficient at filtering dust mites and coarse dust. With 82.9% of the population in England living in urban areas, according to DEFRA statistics, further filters can be added to MVHR systems in cities to protect against the ingress of NOX and PM2.5. These potentially dangerous pollutants are found in heavier concentrations in urban areas, especially near busy roads and at ground level. Domus Ventilation’s NOX-FILT, for example, prevents up to 99.5% of NO² pollution from entering.

Now is the time

The government has a target of 1.5 million new homes over the next five years, with reforms to the planning system expected to boost the economy by £6.8 billion, according to the National Audit Office. If the target is met, that’s a 40 year high for housebuilding and a huge market for wholesalers to tap into. Ventilation maybe just one aspect within this bigger market, but it is a valuable one in terms of revenue and health. We are, after all, an indoor nation, spending by far the majority of our time in our homes, so a healthy home environment that has good IAQ is a much happier one!

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Wholesalers are witnessing a growth in Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) sales as households increasingly ask electricians for help tackling condensation and mould. PIV is a very effective solution that removes persistent mould and improves indoor air quality (IAQ) and so is a great product for electrical wholesalers to offer. Katie Mairs, Channel Marketing Manager at Vent-Axia, explains more.

Condensation, damp, and mould affect thousands of homes across the UK. More than just an eyesore, these problems can cause serious damage to properties, lead to extensive repairs, and even put health at risk. An ongoing issue for many households, Awaab’s Law has brought the risks of living in a mouldy home into sharp focus following the tragic death of two year old Awaab Ishak. As a result, households are asking electricians, who are completing work in their property, for help in tackling condensation and mould, as well as indoor air pollution. Positive Input Ventilation is a very effective solution that removes persistent mould and improves IAQ and so is a great product for electrical wholesalers to offer.

So, what is Positive Input Ventilation? Ideal for existing properties, PIV offers a whole house ventilation solution that can be installed in the loft. The technology gives wholesalers a highly effective option to offer electricians to help their customers to control condensation and mould in their homes. Designed to remove stale, moist air from the home and replace it with filtered, drier air, PIV prevents moisture buildup that can cause condensation and mould, improving IAQ.

Tackling condensation and mould

Ventilation is condensation and mould’s biggest enemy since it tackles the root cause: moisture in the air. By removing moisture from the air, condensation cannot settle on cold surfaces and mould cannot grow, removing the problem at the source. PIV also provides whole house air purification and humidity control, which adds up to a great solution for electrical wholesalers. Operating by drawing in warm, fresh air from the loft, PIV units, such as Vent-Axia’s PureAir Home, filter all incoming air via high-grade ISO ePM10 or ePM2.5 filters before gently introducing it into habitable areas of a property via a ceiling-mounted diffuser. The diffuser directs the airflow upwards, where the incoming drier air mixes with the warm, moist air that gathers at ceiling height. Providing filtered, tempered air (heater model only) into the home, which is drier than the inside air, the PureAir Home creates an indoor environment where condensation and mould find it hard to exist. This improves IAQ and quickly eradicates conditions that lead to mould growth and associated health issues, such as asthma and itchy skin, as well as avoiding the damaging effects on the building.

Happy households

PIV units like Vent-Axia’s Lo-Carbon PureAir Home are highly energy efficient, unobtrusive, near silent, and help provide a healthy environment. Once installed in a loft, a PIV unit will operate without the household even noticing it is running due to its quiet operation. There are PIV units now available that are near silent in operation; for example, at the point of supply into the house the PureAir Home is almost inaudible. The unit will continuously ventilate silently in the background whilst in ‘Trickle’ mode.

Wholesalers can also reassure their customers that PIV units won’t cause irritating cool draughts either. Many units come with an energy-efficient comfort heater which tempers the incoming air. However, every home is different. This makes fine control of air velocity and heat temperature essential to eliminate cold draughts. Vent-Axia’s PureAir Home, therefore features Smart Sense technology, which allows for 1l/s or 1ºC adjustments to ensure a home’s ideal thermal comfort. Plus, once the unit automatically senses excess heat being lost into the loft, the airflow will increase to ‘Energy Recovery’ mode to recover heat that would otherwise be lost through the roof.

Finally, in the current energy climate, households will be happy to know that the PureAir Home features a quiet-running Lo-Carbon motor and ultra-low power consumption, which works out typically less than a traditional lightbulb to run. Plus, the unit is also made using recycled material, offering a more sustainable choice for households.

Happy installers

Electrical Wholesalers can be assured that PIV offers a simple install for their customers. Vent-Axia’s PureAir home is uniquely flexible offering two installation methods, high-sided anti-vibration legs and a hanging set come as standard, allowing it to be installed quickly in any size loft. If installed on the floor, Vent-Axia’s PureAir Home features unique anti-vibration legs and mounts that eliminate the vibration caused when PIV units are fixed to the joists in the loft, reducing any noise.

Easy to fit, installer safety was a key driver when designing Vent-Axia’s Lo-Carbon PureAir Home. With the unit sized to fit all standard loft hatches, the PureAir Home is a lightweight one-man-lift, with an easy-grip top-mounted handle moulded into the main body, which makes transporting the unit into the loft simple and safer.

Vent-Axia’s PureAir Home is also supplied with a purpose designed diffuser to be located over the stairwell of a conventional dwelling, in the main hall of a bungalow, in the landing or hallway. The four point contact easy fit technology allows fast and repeatable ‘drill free’ installation. Once installed using Smart Sense Technology the unit is easily set to the appropriate speed at installation based on the size of the dwelling.

Helping provide a healthier indoor environment for households, PIV proactively prevents condensation and mould while combating a wider range of indoor air pollutants. Ticking all the right boxes for electricians too, electrical wholesalers can be confident that Vent-Axia’s PureAir Home PIV will tackle condensation and mould, offer easy install, and ensure homeowner satisfaction, so fewer callbacks.

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EnviroVent has revealed a new decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) unit that is set to take the new build sector by storm.

QURO is set to be a ‘best in class’ product that incorporates the latest fan technology achieving noise levels below 9dB(A) at 3m. It comes with constant volume technology ensuring that the selected airflow rate is able to be achieved at a range of pressures without manual adjustments.

Performance is guaranteed as EnviroVent’s QURO has low specific fan power (SFP) down to 0.08 W/l/s, which means the fan operates in the most efficient manner.  Compliant with Building Regulations Approved Document F for Continuous Extract Ventilation within dwellings, QURO is listed on the SAP PCDB (Product Characteristics Database).

QURO has a stylish, compact low-profile design, making it perfect for the specification and new build market, with the flexibility to be wall or ceiling mounted. It has a small footprint of 175mm x 175mm.

A powerful ventilation unit, QURO is capable of meeting the requirements of all the wet rooms in a property, including the kitchen, bathroom, utility, ensuite and WC.

As part of enhancing energy efficiency, QURO has been aerodynamically optimised and uses a low watt DC motor, providing reduced energy consumption and increased efficiency with enhanced sustainability.

Featuring an Auto Intelligent Timer, QURO automatically varies the over-run timer period, depending upon how long the fan has been in operation. The auto timer can also be turned off and a standard fixed time period timer can be used instead.

It also features Auto Intelligent Humidity, which means the fan speed can respond in direct correlation to changes in relative humidity, therefore enhancing comfort for occupiers.

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With condensation and mould season upon us, electrical wholesalers have seen a surge in requests for ventilation that can tackle the problem as households ask electricians for a solution. As a result, Positive Input Ventilation is becoming extremely popular since it is an effective solution that removes persistent condensation and prevents mould while improving indoor air quality (IAQ). Stuart Eglin, Manrose Sales Director, explains.

Recently, Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) has become a popular solution to rid homes of mould. Ideal for refurbished properties, PIV offers a whole house ventilation solution that can be installed in the loft. PIV provides wholesalers with an option that is designed to prevent and treat condensation and mould quickly, making it ideal for electricians looking for a quick solution for customers. So how does it work? Simple to use and install, a loft-mounted positive input fan draws fresh air from the loft, filters it and gently feeds it into the home via a ceiling-mounted diffuser. Clean, fresh filtered air with a lower moisture content dilutes, displaces and replaces contaminated and moisture-laden air.

What wholesalers need to know

Ventilation is the easiest way to tackle condensation and mould’s moisture in the air. By removing the moisture and other pollutants from the air, condensation cannot settle on cold surfaces and mould cannot grow, removing the problem at source.

For electricians PIV is a breath of fresh air since it is effortlessly installed. Simple to fit and commission in any size loft, only a hole in the ceiling is needed to fit the diffuser and no external cut outs are needed. Designed to make both electricians’ and electrical wholesaler’s lives easier, PIV like Manrose’s Lo-Watt Pivotal comes complete with a ceiling diffuser, flexible duct and G4 filters, plus hanging kit and floor mounting base as standard, so there is everything that is needed to complete the installation. Meanwhile, a handle incorporated into the unit makes it easy and safe to carry the PIV which is especially useful when lifting through loft hatches.

The unit is supplied with a diffuser to be installed in a central location within the property e.g. in the main hallway of a bungalow or in the landing in a conventional property. The unit is easily set to the appropriate speed at installation based on the size of the property. Natural leakage points that are present in all properties, as well as purpose provided exhaust points, enhance the air change.

Once the PIV is installed, depending on the property, it could take between a few hours to a few days to start to see the effects and may take a couple of weeks for the areas affected with mould to dry out completely. So, households should be happy with seeing a solution that works so quickly.

Cost of living

Another feature wholesalers should also make electricians aware of is the low running costs of the latest energy efficient PIV. This will make PIV attractive for households in the current cost of living crisis. The Lo-Watt Pivotal will continuously ventilate silently in the background while in ‘Trickle’ mode. Once the unit automatically senses excess heat being lost into the loft, the airflow will increase to ‘Energy Recovery’ mode to recover heat that would otherwise be lost through the roof. During summer months, should the loft exceed 27°C (adjustable), the unit will enter ‘Standby’ mode to stop the circulation of warm air allowing for a more comfortable living environment.

Breathe easy

PIV also provides whole house air purification and humidity control, which adds up to a great solution for households. Operating by drawing in warm, fresh air from the loft, PIV units, such as Manrose’s Lo-Watt Pivotal, filter all incoming air via G4 filters before gently introducing it into habitable areas of a property via a ceiling mounted diffuser. These G4 filters help protect against everyday pollen and dust creating a healthier indoor environment, with good IAQ and low humidity levels.

Poor IAQ and mould can lead to health issues such as asthma and itchy skin. PIV reduces the risk of health issues in the home by improving IAQ and quickly eradicating conditions that lead to mould growth in the first place. With filtered air there are also fewer allergens or triggers in the air, helping reduce health problems for households.

Whisper quiet

Electrical wholesalers can also reassure electricians of PIV’s quiet operation. Out of sight, out of mind – once installed in a loft, a PIV unit will operate without the household even noticing it is running thanks to its quiet operation. There are PIV units now available that are near silent in operation; for example, at the point of supply into the house the Lo-Watt Pivotal is almost inaudible.

Wholesalers can also reassure their customers that PIV units will not cause an irritating cool draft either. Many units come with a comfort heater which tempers the incoming air. In addition, when the air in the loft is warm (due to heat rising from the main living area or through solar gain), the unit will boost to recirculate the warm air back into the property helping to save money on energy bills too. For example, the Lo-Watt Pivotal range includes a heater and non-heater, model, the Lo-Watt Pivotal with 500W heater helps reduce the chill as fresh air enters the property. The controls allow the Lo-Watt Pivotal with 500W heater to be adjusted making it adaptable for different lifestyles.

The unit is also made using recycled material, offering a more sustainable choice for households.

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The EDA’s Product Knowledge Modules help businesses like yours create cross-selling and up-selling opportunities by building knowledge and confidence. These training modules have won a Princess Royal Training Award so you can be assured of their value.

Heating and Ventilation is one of the 12 EDA’s Product Knowledge Modules created to develop the professional knowledge and confidence of your team.

Training in Heating and Ventilation includes:

• The principles of heat
• Heating – elements, controls and types of heaters
• The principles of hot water
• Types of water heaters
• The principles of ventilation
• Ventilation applications

Online learning through The EDA Academy

All the EDA Product Knowledge Modules are available to study electronically via The EDA Academy, the Association’s e-learning portal. Each training course is delivered through video and interactive learning, but if the original hard copy textbook is preferred these are still available.

Years of knowledge to give your team a commercial edge

City & Guilds accredited, this training programme harnesses decades of combined expertise from product experts at EDA manufacturers and allied trade associations to create an accessible and practical training opportunity for you and your team. 

Test your knowledge

Have a go at this quiz sampled from the Heating and Ventilation module. Then check your answers below. If the results show that you need to boost your team’s know-how, talk to the EDA today.

Q1: Heat is transferred to and from objects in three different ways. What are they?
Q2: Convection is the transfer of heat between what elements?
Q3: A halogen heater emits 2200°C, but what colour light does it give off?
Q4: The size of an electric multi-point heater ranges from?
Q5: There are five types of ventilation systems. What is system 1?
Q6: How efficient is an electric central heating boiler?

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Answers:

Q1: Conduction, radiation and convection.
Q2: Liquids or gases.
Q3: Yellow/orange.
Q4: 30 litres to 100 litres.
Q5: Intermittent extract fans with background vents.
Q6: It gives an even spread of heat.

How did you do?

Full marks: Well done.

3 – 5 out of 6: Not bad. Could the EDA training help you to fill in any gaps in your knowledge and help you progress in your career?

Less than 3: The EDA Product Knowledge Programme could be just what you need to boost sales.

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There’s plenty of information online at www.eda.org.uk including video and downloadable course directory, giving you a summary of what’s covered in each of the 12 training modules.

The EDA team is ready to help. Call 020 3141 7350 or email training@eda.org.uk

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In this month’s Face to Face David Millward, Product Manager at Elta Group, discusses the rising demand for indoor air solutions, the latest ventilation trends, and how electrical wholesalers can become part of this evolving market.

Firstly, can you give us a bit of background on Elta Trade?

Absolutely. Elta Trade was established as an avenue to specifically cater to the trade market, drawing on the rich history and expertise of the Elta Group. With over 50 years of experience in air quality solutions, Elta Trade leverages this heritage to provide top-tier products and services to electrical wholesalers.

Our aim is to deliver the same reliability and innovation that Elta is known for in the commercial and industrial sectors, now tailored for the domestic market through our dedicated distribution channels.

Speaking of commercial and domestic markets, what ventilation trends are you seeing in those areas?

The latest trends in ventilation focus on efficient heat recovery units and the overall benefits of improved air movement. There’s growing awareness about the dangers of stagnant air and the development of mould. Elta Trade offers multiple solutions to address these issues.

In residential settings, Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery, or otherwise known as MVHR, systems are popular, especially in new buildings where ductwork can be planned during construction. For existing buildings, decentralised systems and single room heat recovery units offer solid alternatives. These systems ensure continuous air supply and extraction without the need for extensive ductwork.

You mentioned heat recovery units. How do heat recovery units work, and what applications are they best suited to?

Heat recovery units are designed to replace stale indoor air with new, filtered air while maintaining the desired temperature within a space. These units work by transferring heat from the outgoing stale air to the incoming new air, thereby recovering thermal energy. A typical MVHR system includes a supply air fan and an extract air fan with a heat exchanger.

The system pre-warms incoming air in the winter and pre-cools it in the summer, reducing the energy required for heating or cooling. MVHR systems are versatile, suitable for both residential properties and commercial applications such as schools and offices.

Along with heating and cooling, the need for better air quality seems to be driving demand. Why do you think that is?

Air quality has had a huge spotlight shined on it in the past few years. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a significant increase in public awareness about indoor air quality. Media attention and the pandemic have heightened discussions around home ventilation systems, making them as commonplace as conversations about other home improvements like new windows or fresh paint. This increased awareness, coupled with regulatory reforms and the Future Homes Standard, is driving demand for Mechanical Extract Ventilation systems and Positive Input Ventilation systems, commonly known as MEV and PIV systems respectively.

Homeowners and professionals alike are becoming more conscious of the importance of good air quality and the responsibilities that come with it.

If wholesalers want to take advantage of these markets demands, what advice can you give them?

The best thing they can do is understand what solutions are needed and working with a manufacturer who can supply not only the equipment but also the expertise needed to discuss their features with potential buyers. Becoming an Elta Trade stockist is straightforward and begins with a conversation. We believe in providing good air quality and have been manufacturing quality products for five decades.

The support we offer our stockists includes the wealth of knowledge and experience we’ve accumulated over the years. We understand that our stockists’ success hinges on the support and service we provide. Interested wholesalers can reach out to us for an open discussion about how to get started.

And finally, when you look ahead to the next 12 months, what is Elta Trade hoping to achieve?

Our primary objective is to strengthen our distribution channels and establish Elta Trade as a reliable brand within the domestic sector, similar to our strong reputation in the commercial and industrial markets.

We aim to enhance market awareness about our quality solutions and the benefits they bring, ensuring that our products continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Through strategic partnerships and continued innovation, we are committed to delivering superior air quality solutions that set industry standards and fulfils our mantra of ‘Air Movement, Air Quality.’

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As the 2050 net-zero deadline becomes ever nearer there is increasing focus on the whole supply chain when it comes to more sustainable solutions and embodied energy. As a result, there is a rise in electricians asking wholesalers about the environmental credentials of products. Natasha King, Product Manager at Manrose, discusses these developments and how the company is committed to making ventilation sustainable.

Wholesalers are increasingly stocking more sustainable products on their shelves to meet customer demand. According to the latest study by NielsenIQ over half (55%) of UK consumers say living sustainably is important for society and they try to make sustainable choices when they can. Meanwhile, the Building Regulations are also driving a trend towards more sustainable products. Amended Part L (Conservation of Fuel & Power) and Part F (Means of Ventilation) of the Building Regulations published in 2021, required new homes in England to reduce carbon emissions by 30% from June 2022. The new Future Homes Standard looks set to reduce carbon emission by a further 75-80% for new homes built from 2025. As a result of these trends, electricians are looking for more sustainable products when they visit wholesalers as the whole supply chain comes under scrutiny. In response manufacturers are taking the subject seriously and working to provide sustainable solutions.

At Manrose the company is committed to making ventilation more sustainable and is undergoing a manufacturing transformation by moving from using virgin to recycled plastic. Improving sustainability is its main aim through continuously improving its processes to reduce waste throughout its products’ lifecycle and significantly increasing the use of recycled plastic from the circular economy in manufacturing its products.

Targets

To show its commitment to a net-zero carbon future, Manrose has set itself sustainability targets, each geared towards achieving significant improvements by the end of FY2025, which will significantly cut carbon emissions​. The company has transformed its manufacturing to reduce carbon by investing in R&D and manufacturing technology to develop ventilation products from recycled sources with 90% of the plastic used in its facilities to be from recycled sources by the end of FY2025, without compromising on quality or reliability. By investing in new, more efficient plant within its facilities, is also reducing the embodied carbon on the components it moulds. For example, an investment in a new injection moulding machine at its Reading site is 30% more energy efficient than the previous generation.

Transformation

The transformation from virgin to recycled plastic was a huge change for Manrose and a true innovation, marking a step-change in ventilation manufacturing. This involved defining new processes following significant R&D, this included extensive material and product trials and testing, CFD analysis, FEA analysis, and FMEA analysis. There was also investment in specialist manufacturing equipment and extrusion capability to increase ducting output and optimise PVC material usage.

Changing from using virgin plastic and moving to recycled sources required changes throughout the manufacturing process. This included a tooling redesign for the moulds. Tooling changes needed to ensure the impact and tensile strengths were retained and the material flowed into the moulds consistently, to ensure Manrose’s renowned reliability. The investment in specialist manufacturing equipment allowed Manrose to produce its ventilation products without affecting their function or performance.

The move to using recycled material was the next step for Manrose since previously the company had reduced its single-use plastic waste and produced ductwork from recycled plastic. But this latest innovation moves to the core product, ventilation, learning to work with recycled material, developing and manufacturing a robust product performing to the same high standards as those made from virgin material, meeting safety standards.

Product trends

So, what do these changes mean for wholesalers? As we approach 2025, there is set to be a further shift to more energy efficient ventilation, so it is wise for wholesalers to make the move to stock this option now. Manrose’s low watt ventilation products are energy efficient, therefore reducing energy usage. By 2025, 70% of Manrose’s sales will be in this category.

Wholesalers will also witness a swing towards ventilation products manufactured from recycled materials rather than virgin plastic. Manrose has already manufactured over 500,000 complete ventilation units where chassis and facias are produced from 100% recycled ABS. Manrose’s customers have always known the company for its reliability and now it is helping make ventilation more sustainable for them too.

Another change for wholesalers will be a move from stocking white to grey ducting made from recycled material. Manrose’s grey PVC ducting is made from 100% recycled PVC window frames that have been diverted from landfill. Meanwhile, plastics extracted from old fridges are used to create Manrose’s ducting components.

Saving carbon

Choosing low watt ventilation products can reduce a building’s carbon emissions but the next step after energy efficiency is to look at embodied energy. Wholesalers also need to consider the embodied carbon of products too. Embodied carbon is the carbon footprint of a product (inclusive of all the components/materials it contains) measured in kg CO2e. There is currently no legal definition of what it comprises, but this will change and wholesalers need to be aware of it now.

Another area to consider regarding reducing carbon is the use of recycled material. Not only does recycled plastic prevent the use of virgin materials, but it also has a lower embodied carbon, this can reduce embodied carbon by a third.

With the 2050 net-zero deadline approaching fast, now is the time for wholesalers to ensure they are up-to-date with the latest sustainable products so they have the ventilation customers want. Despite the Government appearing to slow down on its route to net-zero, the UK still has the legal target to meet. Wholesalers are a vital part of the supply chain and those that are ahead of the game will help meet the net-zero target and also benefit from customer demand.

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