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ISSUE 87 - JAN/FEB 2019
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n Commercial heating
n Merchant news
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n Boilers
INTRODUCING THE 5213 TMV
YET ANOTHER FIRST TO THE MARKET - THE CALEFFI 5213 SERIES
THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVE. APPROVED AND CERTIFIED
TO THE NEW TMV2 2017 BS EN 1111 AND BS EN 1287.
PRODUCT CODES
100822 - 15mm & 100824 - 22mm
APPROVED AND ACCREDITED TO THE VERY LATEST STANDARDS.
FOR MORE INFORMATION TURN TO PAGE 41
Altecnic Ltd - Caleffi group
www.altecnic.co.uk
For further details: oemsales@altecnic.co.uk +44 (0) 1785 218208
or Chris Reilly, Country Manager for Ireland,
on 00353 85 2152288, chris.reilly@altecnic.co.uk or
Gary Swann, Northern Ireland Sales Manager,
on 07760 596727 or e-mail gary.swann@altecnic.co.uk
Greetings
W
hile Ireland’s Plumbing
& Heating Magazine
remains the leading
trade publication for our industry
we aren’t going to rest on our
laurels as we enter 2019.
Once again, we will work
tirelessly to bring you the
latest insights into our diverse
industry, including company
news, product launches, opinion
pieces, new regulations, case
studies and in-depth features
on specific topics ranging
from water treatment and bathrooms through to energy
efficiency and domestic and commercial heating.
PLUMBEX Trade Events will once more bring the industry
together to showcase the latest industry developments.
We return to Dublin’s Citywest Hotel in May while, for
the first time, we’re delighted to be bringing PLUMBEX
to Cork. We have listened to the industry and reacted to
the demand for this event in Cork, which takes place in
April (full details on both PLUMBEX events are on pages
16-17).
Ireland’s Plumbing & Heating Awards will take place
in Dublin in September where we will again recognise
the industry’s leading people, products, projects and
companies. Find out how to enter – or sponsor – on
pages 24-25.
Finally, we’ve taken note of the environmental concerns
that have been making the headlines over the last 12
months and have reacted accordingly. Moving forward we
will be offering a more compact magazine that is printed
on ‘green’ paper. However, you won’t miss out as we will
continue to offer you the latest insights through our new-
look website and social media channels (read more about
our digital offering on pages 20-21).
With our bi-monthly magazine, digital channels and
events, Ireland’s Plumbing & Heating Magazine has a lot
to offer over the next 12 months. Best wishes to you all
for 2019.
Karen McAvoy
Managing Director
Plumbing & Heating Magazine
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PRECISION ENGINEERED
senstecshowertray.com
CONTENTS
Issue 70 - Jan/Feb 2019 In this issue...
47 83
15 29 19
News & Views Product News In Focus
8 Air Ambulance boost
IHEEM raises £11,000.
30 Pipelife
Take full advantage
unveils the new Plus 15 An
Grant looks ahead
insight into plans for 2019.
range.
28 Global Award for Mary
51 New
Hybrid heat pump
Calor’s Product Manager
recognised.
35 Bassetts
Smart heating solutions
puts end users in control
product from Firebird.
32 Apprentices
First Ireland Skills Event
37 MT
The perfect match 53 Green
Low carbon pledge
changes at
can plan ahead. Agencies and Grohe work
together. Heat Merchants
83 Floortherm
New appointment at
Mark Mills joins the team.
81 Baxi
Warranty extension
warranties set to continue.
57 ACommercial heating
complete guide to this sector.
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& heating
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NEWS NI
ARISTON LAUNCHES WHITE PAPER £11,000 RAISED FOR AIR
ASSESSING HEATING IN THE UK AMBULANCE
RENTAL MARKET The National Institution of Healthcare Engineering
and Estate Managers (IHEEM) has raised over
Ariston has
£11,000 for the Northern Ireland Air Ambulance.
launched a new
“We are delighted to be able to support such a
White Paper: How
worthwhile charity,” said Lucas Vogan IHEEM
modern heating and
committee member and Technical Sales Manager,
hot water systems
Geberit Sales Ltd. “The money was raised through
can help solve the
our recent bi-annual conference at Titanic Belfast,
challenges of the UK
which proved to be a great success. We wish to
rental market.
thank everyone who gave so generously.”
The paper examines
This year’s conference, which included guest
the many challenges
speakers addressing at all aspects of healthcare
facing the UK rental
and estate management, also celebrated 75 years
market, and reveals
since IHEEM became a recognised professional
how modern heating
institution across Great Britain and Ireland.
systems – as well as advances more important than ever.”
Since it was founded in 2017, the NI Air Ambulance
in technology – can help She continued, “The topic of
Service has rescued over 500 people and saved
landlords meet them. energy efficiency is important to
many lives as a result of speed and immediate
The document addresses key Ariston as a brand, so we have
patient care. However, the service relies totally on
aspects such as tackling fuel produced this White Paper to
fundraising and donations, so this generous cheque
poverty, improving energy advise on the most effective
will help the charity continue its important work.
efficiency, and making the means of supplying heating and
smart choice with controls. It hot water to rental properties.
also outlines the importance of We are uniquely placed to
carbon monoxide safety and offer advice and guidance to
proper boiler commissioning. landlords alike on key issues
Commenting on the White such as gas safety and fuel
Paper, Victoria Gutierrez, poverty, so it makes sense to
Marketing Manager at Ariston, share our knowledge with those
said, “With a quarter of all in the rental sector.”
households in Britain estimated To download a copy of the
to be renting privately by 2021 White Paper, visit www.ariston.
– and the sector expected com/uk/Homeowner/white_
Lucas Vogan, pictured with his wife, Joanne, and daughter,
to continue to grow – energy paper_heating_uk_rental_ Grace, presenting a cheque on behalf of IHEEM for £11,000 for
the NI Air Ambulance.
efficiency in rental properties is market
CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITIES 2019 REPORT
The CIS Special Report on all key and of opportunities for your business and,
major construction projects that will either once again, the 2019 report includes
start, progress or be completed in 2019, in-depth analysis from leading
is now available. authorities in the Irish construction
It is described as the essential strategic sector. The hardcopy report can be
planning tool for all companies wishing to ordered at the special price of €275 and
take full advantage of continued growth in will also be provided in PDF format.
the construction industry in the Republic To order your copy, e-mail Alan
of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Now in its Chapman at achapman@cisireland.
23rd year, the report contains hundreds com or call 00353 (0)1 2999 201
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NEWS ROI
€100M URDF FUND
ANNOUNCED
A TOTAL of 88 projects are to be allocated
a total of €100million under the Urban
Regeneration and Development Fund (URDF).
As a key part of Project Ireland 2040, the fund
will help to rejuvenate significant but underused
areas in Ireland’s five cities and other large
towns. It’s one of four funds set up under the
National Development Plan 2018-2027 and
is being implemented by the Department of
Housing, Planning and Local Government. A
total of €2billion has been allocated to the URDF
up to 2027, with €550million available between
now and 2022.
TRAINEESHIP FOR MERCHANT SALES
Staff from Chadwicks, Heiton Buckley and Davies are taking part in a
forward-thinking new trainee programme.
The QQI accredited programme, which is run by Grafton Merchanting ROI
in conjunction with the Dublin and Dún Laoghaire Education and Training
Board (DDLETB), aims to create a pipeline of skilled entry level trade sales
advisors within Grafton Merchanting ROI brands.
This news follows a recent report from the ERSI which stated that Ireland’s
construction sector will need a major boost to employment numbers if
housing supply is going to meet demand. The traineeship is being piloted
in Dublin this year, with a view to being rolled out nationwide in 2019.
The inaugural class of trainees consists of 17 men and three women.
Pat Barry, CEO of the Irish Green Building Council and
Throughout the 26-week traineeship programme, each trainee will gain the Patrick Atkinson, CEO of Grafton Merchanting ROI.
skills and knowledge needed in trade sales to enjoy a long and successful
career. GRAFTON MERCHANTING
W: www.graftonmerchantinggb.co.uk
JOINS IRISH GREEN
BUILDING COUNCIL
CALL FOR COMPANIES TO APPLY FOR Grafton Merchanting has joined the Irish
EUROPEAN ENERGY AWARD Green Building Council (IGBC), a move which
forms part of the company’s commitment to
Dublin’s energy agency, Codema, is calling on leading energy
sustainability at a national and local level.
service providers in Ireland to apply for the European Energy Service
In addition to working with the IGBC, the
Award, which recognises companies that provide, promote and
company has put several initiatives in place
implement high quality energy projects across Europe.
to help reduce waste, use more sustainable
Irish companies can apply in three categories – Best Energy
materials, and reduce energy in its branches.
Service Promoter, which distinguishes active market facilitators that
All branches also have segregated waste
successfully contribute to the wider use of energy services in Europe;
streams and to reduce used building
Best Energy Service Provider, which recognises energy service
materials going into landfill, the recycling
companies that develop and introduce new products to improve the
of timber, steel and plastics is promoted.
market; and up to three outstanding projects will be awarded in the
WEEE recycling is also available in selected
best energy service project category.
branches nationwide.
W: www.guarantee-project.eu
W: www.graftonmerchantinggb.co.uk
10 | PLUMBING & HEATING MAGAZINE FOLLOW US ON: www.plumbingmag.comHEATING CONTROLS
THE LEADING HEATING CONTROLS
MANUFACTURER HAS LAUNCHED THE
NEXT GENERATION IN SMART HEATING
FOR THE HOME…
Danfoss Link™ - the
latest in smart home
heating control
D
anfoss Link™
is a central
controller that
provides convenient
wireless control of
the heating system,
via individual
electronic TRVs.
Danfoss Link™
works by linking
all the elements of
a home’s heating
controls, including Danfoss Link™ central
controller and app.
room sensors and
Danfoss’ electronic
TRVs, making it perfect for larger homes or apartments
where individual control is required. This latest development
gives homeowners wireless, programmable control of
radiators within the home.
Now, with Danfoss Link™, customers are in control from
day one and can start to make immediate savings on energy
use whilst maintaining the comfort of their home. Danfoss
Link™ is easy to program, either by using the central
controller or by the Danfoss Link App to personalise heating
schedules to suit lifestyles. Individual room temperatures
can be set, or rooms can be grouped together to create
different heating zones.
Even better, users can control heating remotely, using
the award-winning Danfoss Link App, available from the
App Store and Google Play. This user-friendly App allows
homeowners to create a comfortable, energy efficient home
temperature wherever they are.
In addition to the end-user benefits, Danfoss has made
installation both quick and easy with information guides and
videos available online. Installers can also download the
latest software version for their customers using the WiFi
link on the central controller.
Gareth Ash, Marketing and Technical Manager at Danfoss,
said, “Danfoss Link™ is the very latest in smart heating
technology, and we are delighted to bring this innovation to
the market.”
www.heating.danfoss.co.uk
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SENSTEC -
is BIM ready
IN THIS ARTICLE FOCUSING ON CLASSIC MARBLE’S
SENSTEC RANGE, CHRISTOPER HACKETT
HIGHLIGHTS HOW THE COMPANY HAS MADE LIFE
EASIER FOR ARCHITECTS AND SPECIFIERS…
C
lassic Marble (Showers) Ltd RIBA-accredited CPD Module -
has again showcased the ‘Senstec Anti-Slip Shower Tray’
company’s commitment - which RIBA has added to its core
to continuous improvement by curriculum.
“Even in the soapy water as I ensuring that the new Senstec The module focuses on Anti-Slip
moved about I was extremely Anti-Slip Shower Tray range is BIM shower trays and gives a clear
Level 2 ready as well as offering an insight into current legislation, an
confident after the initial accredited CPD presentation. explanation of what is currently on
moves that I wouldn’t slip”* Recognising that architects the market, the two most widely
are among the most important used methods of testing, and the
*University of Ulster members of any design team, advantages and disadvantages
User Experience Report Classic Marble has prepared a associated with each.
12 | PLUMBING & HEATING MAGAZINE FOLLOW US ON: www.plumbingmag.comANTI-SLIP SHOWER TRAY
PRECISION ENGINEERED
development by Classic Marble,
this highly engineered, 36mm tall,
anti-slip shower tray is available
in rectangle, offset quadrant,
quadrant and square formats.
It is suitable for all bathroom
applications and was created not
only to meet but also to push the
boundaries of existing legislation.
As such, Senstec is tested to
British and German standards
whose anti-slip properties are
guaranteed for the lifetime of the
tray.
The use of innovative tooling
design ensures that Senstec’s
anti-slip properties are integrated
during the manufacturing process,
ensuring slip resistance for
the lifetime of the shower tray
and making Senstec the most
technically advanced shower tray
on the market.
This market-leading technology
will help prevent slips in a wet,
soapy, barefoot environment, yet
is comfortable to stand on and is
easily cleaned.
Classic Marble worked closely
The CPD module will help • An understanding of whether with Invest NI and the University
architects to make informed the slip resistance values of Ulster, Jordanstown, on the
choices when specifying Anti-Slip consider likely contaminants development of the Senstec
shower trays with the following found in the shower tray, such range, and the result of this
learning outcomes: as soap suds. attention to detail has been the
development of an innovative,
• An understanding of the In addition to the CPD precision-engineered, anti-slip
two main methods of Slip module, models in .rvt format shower tray.
Measurement. are now available from For more information on Senstec
• An understanding of whether senstecshowertray.com or from or to register your interest in
the Anti-Slip properties are part the National BIM Library to meet a RIBA CPD, contact Classic
of the shower tray design, or an the requirements of BIM Level 2. Marble:
applied coating after These elements are helping to
manufacture. educate and inform the industry
• An understanding of any about the award-winning Senstec
limitations the Anti-Slip range. T: 0044 (0) 28 8556 8081
properties may have on the The result of four years’ extensive E: christopher@classic-marble.com
shower tray guarantee. industry experience and product W: senstecshowertray.com
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MARK ECCLES PROVIDES AN INSIGHT INTO THE
MANUFACTURER’S RECENT ACHIEVEMENTS…
Grant drives manufacturing
excellence within the industry
E
ntering the new year on a high, in the 1970’s we developed a highly
leading manufacturer of heating efficient back boiler which was 2-3
technologies, Grant, is gearing times more efficient than anything else
up for a busy 2019 with new product on the market. We then were one of the
launches and European shows on the first manufacturers to bring condensing
horizon. oil boilers to the market here which
Telling us more about Grant’s recent can help households save up to 25%
achievement and other exciting on annual fuel bills when upgrading,
developments for company in the depending on the age and make of the
months ahead, we caught up with Mark previous heating system.
Eccles from Grant NI, to answer a few In recent years we have also seen
questions. a strong focus on renewable home
heating, with strong interest in our
Q: Another Which? Best Buy for VortexAir Hybrid and Aerona3 air source
Grant is exciting news indeed – heat pumps. No matter how the industry
what products within your range changes, we always strive to provide the
received the accolade? best products.
Mark Eccles, Grant NI.
A: We recently received a Which? Best
Buy 2018 for our low NOx and Blue Q: We’ve seen that product
Flame boilers included within our Vortex development with the addition of Q: What is on the horizon for
Pro Utility, Vortex Pro Combi and Vortex two new radiator ranges. Tell us Grant in 2019?
Blue External/Outdoor ranges. We are more about them. A: This year is set to be very exciting
very proud to receive this accolade A: The Grant Solo fan convector for the Grant as we look towards
for a second consecutive year as it radiators and Grant Afinia aluminium further product developments set to hit
truly reinforces Grant’s reputation for radiators are the latest additions to our the market. We will also have a number
manufacturing market-leading products. product portfolio which reinforce Grant of exhibitions taking place next year,
Furthermore, our Vortex Blue is first and as a one stop shop for home heating not just locally but internationally. We
only Blue Flame oil fired boiler to receive needs. are set to return to the ISH exhibition
this accolade. With efficiency outputs The Grant Solo range is an excellent in Frankfurt following a successful first
of up to 97%, the Grant Vortex boilers choice for those wishing to provide appearance at the show in 2017. Here
are among some of the most efficient their existing heating system with an attendees will get a glimpse of what we
on the market and offer great variety additional boost and is useful for areas have in store for the industry, including
and flexibility. The range comprises of of a property that prove harder to heat. sophisticated heating controls and
internal, external, wall hung, boiler house The range comprises of three different advanced renewable technologies. The
and combi models – some of the models models including the wall-mounted Solo Grant team is definitely looking forward
are compact in size and are perfect for Compact, Solo CompactMAX and space to the year ahead!
situations where space is at a premium. saving plinth heater, the Solo Hideaway,
all of which deliver faster rates of
Q: Grant also marked four decades convection that conventional radiators.
of manufacturing last year – how Meanwhile, the Grant Afinia units feature
has Grant developed over the a slim profile and a white powder
years? coated finish and are designed to T: 0800 0443261 w(NI)
A: Grant has certainly grown work effectively with both low and high 057 9126968 (ROI)
significantly which is all down to our temperature systems, making them W: www.grant.eu
ability to adapt to the needs of the the perfect pairing for either our highly Follow Grant online: Facebook,
industry. From the outset, innovation efficient Aerona3 air source heat pumps Twitter and Instagram @mygrantNI
has been at the core of everything. Back or Vortex condensing oil boilers. @grantirl
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NEW FOR 2019
THUR 11 APRIL: 12 - 9PM
C L AY T O N H O T E L S I LV E R S P R I N G S , C O R K
DUBLIN 2017
WED 29 MAY: 4PM - 9PM
THURS 30 MAY: 9:30AM - 4PM
C I T Y W E S T H OT E L , S AG G A R T, D U B L I N
Two dedicated trade-only events covering the diverse
plumbing and heating sector throughout Ireland.
BOOK YOUR E: jacqui@kmpltd.co.uk
T: (RoI) 01 696 8319
STANDS T: (NI) 028 9261 2990
TODAY T: Jacqui Mobile +44 (0) 7568 304 139PLUMBEX CORK AND DUBLIN
IRELAND’S LEADING PLUMBING AND HEATING TRADE EVENT MOVES TO CORK FOR THE FIRST
TIME AND WILL AGAIN RETURN TO DUBLIN IN 2019…
PLUMBEX - Cork and Dublin
T
he leading plumbing and heating
trade events in Ireland will be taking
place in both Dublin and, for the first
time, Cork, in 2019.
The perfect platform for companies to
connect with the diverse Irish plumbing and
heating sector, PLUMBEX Trade Events
are a proven method for exhibitors to meet
a varied mix of visitors. These include
plumbing and heating contractors, installers,
heating engineers, M&E consultants, M&E
contractors, specifiers, project engineers,
merchants and distributors. The events
also attract representatives and decision-
makers from county councils, Government
departments, Public Sector bodies, and
anyone else associated with this sector.
PLUMBEX CORK
Reacting to industry demand, PLUMBEX
moves to Cork for the first time. Taking
place at Clayton Hotel Silver Springs on
Thursday, April 11, PLUMBEX Cork will
bring this successful trade-only event to the
third largest city in Ireland, giving visitors
the chance to meet industry experts face-
to-face.
PLUMBEX DUBLIN
Established in 2014, this annual event is
firmly established as the leading, trade-only
plumbing and heating event in Ireland. Set
to return to the Citywest Hotel, Saggart,
from May 29-30, visitors will once again
enjoy the opportunity to learn about the
latest industry developments.
Book your stand
Both these events give exhibitors a unique
For more information on how to
opportunity to showcase a range of
book your stand at PLUMBEX
products for the residential and commercial
Cork and/or PLUMBEX Dublin,
sectors. PLUMBEX Dublin and PLUMBEX
contact Jacqui Fairley on
Cork offer a cost-effective promotional and
(RoI) 01 696 8319 or
sales platform for exhibitors to showcase
(NI) 028 9261 2990, e-mail
their products and services, generate
jacqui@kmpltd.co.uk or visit
sales leads, develop relationships and gain
www.plumbingmag.com
valuable exposure to the industry.
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FIONA NICHOLL AND ANDREA DAVIS JOIN A SUCCESSFUL TEAM HEADED UP DAVID WHITE…
Two new appointments at SONAS
S
ONAS Bathrooms has further “I am delighted to be
invested in Northern Ireland back in the construction
with the recent appointment industry and excited to
of two new Specification Sales develop relationships
Representatives. within the sector again. I
Both appointments have been made pride myself with a great
to support the existing Area Sales attention to detail and a
Manager, David White, who, since real passion for design,
joining the company in 2013, has SONAS provides a great
grown the region with a substantial opportunity for me to do
portfolio of customers within what I really enjoy” said
plumbers’ merchants and bathroom Andrea.
showrooms. All products supplied to
“David has been fantastic for our RMI, new house build
team - his focus and ambition have schemes and commercial
elevated SONAS Bathrooms as a key sectors are sold through
David White, Area Sales Manager for NI, with the two new SONAS
player in Northern Ireland,” explained the retail merchant appointments in Northern Ireland – Fiona Nicholl, Commercial
Specification Representative, and Andrea Davis, Residential
Richard Sloan, Managing Director. customer network. Specification Representative.
According to David, “The key to However, SONAS puts
the company’s success has been a lot of emphasis on
service, backed up by stock and a creating demand via specification to the retailer,” added Richard.
product range that caters for RMI, directly with contractors, developers The company has also recently announced
new house build and commercial and installers. the signing of a long-term lease on 103
applications.” SONAS is the largest provider Northwest Business Park, Ballycoolin,
Commercial Specification of bathroom products to the Dublin 15. The deal, which is the largest
Representative Fiona Nicholl, who construction industry across the logistics letting of 2018, comprises of
will take responsibility for commercial island of Ireland and this investment 12,494sq.m (135,000sq.ft) high quality
projects, has a strong background in additional resources is aimed at distribution.
selling bathrooms within the industry, supporting the company’s customer www.sonasbathrooms.com
having worked for some of the base in targeting the new house build
leading retail bathroom showrooms and commercial specification market.
and merchants in Northern Ireland. “It’s very important that our
“I am thoroughly enjoying my customers see this step as a
new role with the full support of a commitment to the region” said
professional team to back me, and Richard. “Despite the uncertainty of SONAS Northern Ireland
I believe SONAS can offer the best Brexit and any headwinds this may
support to everybody involved in bring, Northern Ireland is a significant Retail
each project,” said Fiona. “I have a piece of our business and these David White
can-do approach and look forward resources are another part of our E: David.white@sonasbathrooms.com
to working with new contacts in value proposition.” M: 0044 (0)7763 966008
the industry along with those who With a great focus on product
already know and trust me.” compliance SONAS is now finding Residential
The new house build sector will be that its dedicated team is now liaising Andrea Davis
managed by Residential Specification directly with specifiers and installers E: Andrea.davis@sonasbathrooms.com
Representative, Andrea Davis, who in order to ensure the submittal M: 0044 (0)7393 493609
joins the business with a broad process is managed effectively.
knowledge of the construction “Our approach is to support all the Commercial
industry, especially in partnering with stakeholders in the process, and Fiona Nicholl
the merchant customer base in order being a solution rather than just E: Fiona.nicholl@sonasbathrooms.com
to back sell on their behalf. another company selling components M: 0044 (0)7342 296700
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GRANT RETURNS TO ISH 2019 SKILLPLUMB SUCCESS FOR
The Grant team SWC APPRENTICE LEONARD
is set to return to
South West College apprentice, Leonard Keown,
the ISH exhibition
has finished second at SkillPLUMB.
in Frankfurt this
Leonard performed superbly in an intensive two-day
year following a
practical task at WorldSkills UK LIVE, the nation’s
successful first
largest skills and careers event, which this year had
appearance at the
over 80,000 visitors.
major European trade
The National Finals saw more than 500 competitors
fair in 2017.
battle it out, where skillPLUMB was just one of the
Taking place in
70 different disciplines taking place.
Messe Frankfurt
The two-day exercise consisted of the installation of
between March 11-
a small sealed domestic central heating system with
15, 2019, the exhibition will see an insight into new products that
expansion vessel and ancillary equipment, inclusive
Grant return with a larger stand will soon be available, including
of three small bespoke radiators, an unvented hot
and a new location within the smart controls and state-of-the-
water cylinder, a boiler mounting jig, motorised zone
halls, where the team will be art renewable technology.
valves and copper pipework (22mm & 15mm). The
showcasing a diverse selection Established as a world-leading
task was marked against tough criteria including
of their innovative heating trade fair, the five-day exhibition
bend and joint quality, bend angles and clearance
technologies. attracts thousands of exhibitors
and measuring and marking out.
Highlighting Grant’s and visitors who share an
Leonard was one of eight finalists who had qualified
commitment to providing some interest in the latest product
via regional heats throughout the UK.
of the most efficient, innovative innovations in the water and
and reliable heating solutions energy sectors. ISH 2017 saw
on the market, the stand will over 200,000 visitors step
feature a number or products through its doors to see over
within the company’s portfolio, 2,000 exhibitors. With this year
including the award-winning set to be just as popular, the
Vortex condensing oil boilers, Grant team looks forward to
the revolutionary VortexAir welcoming visitors to its stand.
Hybrid and the recently To keep up-to-date with the
launched Grant Solo fan latest Grant NI news, follow
convector radiators. The team @mygrantni on Facebook, Leonard Keown is presented with his second place award at
SkillPLUMB by BPEC Chairman, George Thomson.
will also provide attendees with Twitter and Instagram.
MAJOR CONTRACT FOR CTS PROJECTS LTD
CTS Projects Ltd has been successfully and founder of CTS Projects, said, “It was
appointed to Fusion21’s Reactive Repairs an extremely rigorous procedure but we
& Maintenance and Empty Buildings are delighted to have been selected by
Frameworks - with a combined worth of up Fusion21, for local delivery in Northern
to £290 million, over a four-year period. Ireland – and pleased to be one of only 37
The procurement frameworks are designed highly skilled firms appointed.
to support housing associations, local “Our public sector clients often request
authorities and the wider public sector additional work to be carried out and these
across the UK and Northern Ireland, with a frameworks give them and other NI Public
range of reactive works and services – from Sector bodies a fast and compliant method
out-of-hours reactive emergency repairsto of getting us to site, to deliver improvement
Connaire McGreevy,
Managing Director and call handling services on a 24/7 basis. and maintenance works.”
founder of CTS Projects
Connaire McGreevy, Managing Director T: 028 4175 2299 - W: www.ctsprojects.net
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THE WORLD’S LATEST TRADE FAIR FOR THE
COMBINED TOPIC OF WATER AND ENERGY…
Get your tickets for ISH
O
nce again, those wanting to learn about the latest
international developments will be jetting off to ISH
in Frankfurt – the world’s leading trade fair for the
combined topic of water and energy.
No other show is as sharply focused on forward-looking
subjects such as the conservation of resources and the use
of renewable energies.
With around 200,000 visitors and over 2,400 exhibitors, ISH
is the world’s leading trade fair and international meeting
place for the sector at the same time.
Running in a new Monday - Friday format from March 11-15,
2019 at Frankfurt am Main, ISH is once again set to attract
visitors from across Northern Ireland and the Republic of
Ireland. In fact, statistics from previous events show that
40% of the visitors and 64 % of the exhibitors come from
outside Germany and that trend is set to continue in 2019.
Incorporating ISH Water and ISH Energy, exhibitors will
include market leaders from home and abroad showcasing
bathrooms, modern, installation systems, tools and fixing
materials, efficient heating and air-conditioning technology
and renewable energy.
New at ISH 2019 will be the revised structure of the
programme of events, with a sub-division into three main
categories – Selection, Skills and Career – making it easier
for visitors to orientate themselves by areas of interest and
take part in the programme in line with their individual goals.
For more information, telephone 0044 14 83 39 83,
e-mail info@ireland.messefrankfurt.com and visit
www.ish.messefrankfurt.com
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2019
AWARD
CATEGORIES
Product Awards
• Innovative Product of the Year
• Bathroom Product of the Year
Contractor Awards
• Plumbing & Heating Contractor of the Year
• Small
• Medium
• Large
ENTRIES Project Awards
NOW OPEN • Green Technology Project of the Year
• Domestic Project of the Year
• Commercial Project of the Year
Deadline for entries: • Medium
Friday, June 13, 2019
• Large
Gala Awards Night:
Friday, September 14, 2019 People Awards
Citywest Hotel, • Apprentice of the Year
Saggart, Dublin • Sales Representative of the Year
• Unsung Hero
For more information • Overall Achievement
on entries or sponsorship
opportunities, contact
Merchant Awards
Jacqui Fairley on
(RoI) 01 696 8319 or • Merchant of the Year
e-mail jacqui@kmpltd.co.uk Open to all Merchants - categories for independent,
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24 | PLUMBING & HEATING MAGAZINE FOLLOW US ON: www.plumbingmag.comIRELAND’S PLUMBING & HEATING AWARDS 2019 CALOR WILL ONCE AGAIN BE THE HEADLINE SPONSOR OF THE COUNTRY’S ONLY AWARDS FOR THIS DIVERSE SECTOR… Ireland’s Plumbing & Heating Awards 2019 I reland’s Plumbing & Heating Awards Calor. In every county, town and village, companies to showcase their innovation returns in 2019 to celebrate the best the local registered gas installer is the and forward-thinking approach. I have in our industry, with Calor Gas again person whom the community trusts to no doubt that our independent panel confirmed as the event’s principal advise them on their heating needs. of judges will have a tough task in sponsor. Following on from the “Calor has been a trusted energy selecting this year’s winners.” inaugural success of this event two brand in Ireland for over 80 years. We years ago, the country’s best installers, understand the value of reputation and contractors, merchants, people, professionalism - that is why we are Sponsor an Award projects and products will again be proud to help recognise the best of A range of different sponsorship recognised at a Gala Awards Night at Ireland’s installer community.” packages is available to allow you the Citywest Hotel, Saggart, Dublin, on The awards are hosted by Ireland’s to show your support for excellence September 13, 2019. Plumbing & Heating Magazine, and and innovation in the Irish plumbing Patriece Dwyer, Domestic Segment Publication Director, Jacqui Fairley, and heating sector. Manager, said, “Calor is delighted believes that this year will be more For more information, contact to be headline sponsor of this year’s competitive than ever. Jacqui Fairley on (RoI) 01 696 8319 Ireland’s Plumbing and Heating “We have selected categories which or (NI) 028 9261 2990, Awards. The relationship that we enjoy will not only reflect the diverse nature e-mail jacqui@kmpltd.co.uk or with gas installers is invaluable to of our industry but will also allow visit www.plumbingmag.com www.plumbingmag.com FOLLOW US ON: PLUMBING & HEATING MAGAZINE | 25
AUGMENTED REALITY APP QRL RADIATORS LAUNCHES AUGMENTED REALITY APP IN HEATING INDUSTRY FIRST… Virtual reality from QRL I nstallers have been given a and cost-effective way to inject for installers – whether they’re ground-breaking new way colour, style and character to specifying for a direct designer to specify designer radiators any space, and here at QRL replacement or offering an thanks to the launch of an we’re seeing a growing trend in upgrade from a standard panel industry-first augmented reality consumers looking into designer emitter.” app by QRL Radiator Group. heating options for their homes. As well as creating AR visuals, The Barlo Designer Radiator app “As the industry becomes more installers can use the app to gives consumers the opportunity design-focused, it’s vital that send quotes to customers to virtually ‘try before they buy’ installers and their customers quickly and efficiently with the – using advanced Augmented choose products that not only ability to include their business’s Reality (AR) technology to help look impressive, but deliver on logo. It also features a heat loss them visualise exactly how functionality and performance calculator (allowing installers to different designer radiators would too – and our Barlo Designer calculate a room’s exact BTU appear, in situ, in their home. The Radiator app has been created to requirement), as well as a store app has been created specifically help them do just that. locator, with information on with installers in mind, presenting “We want to give installers and where they can find their nearest them with a brand-new sales tool end users the ability to visualise QRL radiator stockist. to help them add value when what feature radiator styles – Maura concluded, “As a forward- communicating with customers. such as multi-column or tube thinking company, home to the As the industry’s first AR radiator emitters – would look like in a best-performing radiators on the app, it gives installers and home- particular setting in any room market, the launch of our app owners an unprecedented, no- of the house, confident in the is just another example of our obligation look into how designer knowledge that by choosing commitment to staying at the radiators can transform a specific Barlo Design they’re also getting forefront of the industry.” space. Through its simple and the best heat outputs on the The Barlo Designer Radiator intuitive design, installers can market. app is now live on the App access Barlo’s entire designer “Through the app, users can Store and Google Play store. radiator range at the touch of browse our designer radiator Installers can request a starter a button, and show customers range and use their smartphone’s pack through the app (providing exactly how multiple styles, sizes camera to see exactly how access to a Barlo AR wall and colours could impact on the specific models would look on marker tool for enhanced sizing aesthetic of their rooms. the wall in front of them. They accuracy) or by contacting QRL Maura McCabe, General can even try different sizes and Radiators on (NI) 0800 38 999 Manager at QRL Radiators, said, colours in an instant, making 80 or (RoI) 1800 882 332 or by “Designer radiators are an easy the app the ideal sales tool visiting www.qrl-radiators.com www.plumbingmag.com FOLLOW US ON: PLUMBING & HEATING MAGAZINE | 27
INDUSTRY NEWS
GLOBAL GAS AWARD FOR MARY COUGHLIN...
Calor Engineer recognised at
Global Women in Gas Awards
C
alor’s Mary Coughlin, from LPG in particular.
Bangor in County Down, was Mary joined Calor in 2008 having
recognised as one of the five completed an Engineering degree in the
leading women in the global gas University of Ulster. More recently, she
industry at the World LPG Association returned to the University of Ulster and
Conference in Houston, Texas. completed a Masters (SC) in Business
Mary, who has spearheaded the Development and Innovation. In
launch of Calor BioLPG, the first 2017, Mary was appointed as BioLPG
renewable gas that is commercially Product Manager, helping to roll-out
available in Northern Ireland, was one the launch of BioLPG across Europe,
Mary Coughlin, BioLPG Product Manager.
of five women from across the globe for Calor’s parent company SHV.
recognised at the industry event. Gino Vansteenhuyse, CEO of Calor BioLPG throughout Europe.”
The WLPGA has invited Mary to be a Ireland, said, “Since taking on the role Mary is an Incorporated Engineer
role model for women and, in particular as Product Manager for BioLPG, Mary with the Engineering Council. She is
young women, in the industry. As with has made a major contribution not only a professional member of the Energy
many fields of engineering, gender to SHV and Calor, but to the future Institute and a member of the Institute
balance has been poor in the LPG of our industry. Innovations such as of Gas Engineers and Managers.
industry. These awards are part of BioLPG are essential if we are to move To find out more about BioLPG please
the drive to increase participation by to a low carbon society. Mary has been visit calorgas.ie or call (ROI) 1850 812
women in the energy sector and with instrumental to the successful launch of 450 (NI) 028 9045 5588.
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Say hi to camera! A group picture of all attendees at the Pipelife launch event.
QUALITY YOU TRUST,
FLEXIBILITY YOU WANT AND
P
VALUE YOU DESERVE FROM ipelife Ireland has hosted company’s new state-of-the-art
PIPELIFE IRELAND… a successful open day to Renewable Training Centre by
launch the new Qual-Pex Ger Healy, Managing Director
FLAT,
Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ Pipe. of Pipelife Ireland and UK.
Marking 30 years since Pipelife Guests – who included
reshaped the plumbing industry contractors and key directors
FAST AND by introducing Qual-Pex
Pipe to the Irish market, the
from the major merchant
groups - watched a number
FLEXIBLE - company has now unveiled the
latest evolution.
of videos highlighting the
benefits of the new Qual-Pex
introducing The new Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-
Lay’ Pipe is more than meets
Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ Pipe over the
old Qual-Pex Pipe and other
Qual-Pex the eye. It has been specially
designed for the installer and it
competitors before getting their
hands on the new product.
Plus+ ‘Easy- is amazingly flexible, incredibly
efficient and a versatile system.
This was followed by a
four-course dinner at Fota
Lay’ Pipe The official launch coincided
with the opening of the
Clubhouse and entertainment
by Matt Cooper of the Last
Martin Sweeney, Pipelife Sales Representative highlighting the advantages of the new
Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ Pipe.
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Five reasons…
1 Ultra-flexible
Pipelife’s new Qual-Pex Plus+
‘Easy-Lay’ Pipe is noticeably more
flexible than other pipes. It’s quick
and easy to uncoil; and the flexible
material allows you to manoeuvre the
pipe with complete ease. Increased
flexibility delivers added value. Now
easier and quicker to install using
less materials and less labour, it
means you will save every time and
gain the edge over your competition!
2 Manufactured in Ireland
Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’
Pipe is 100% Irish made and is
manufactured to the most stringent
standards, allowing you to install
Word on Today FM. with confidence. Plus, with every
Ger Healy, Managing purchase of Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-
Director, commented, Lay’ Pipe you’re supporting Irish
“The launch day jobs!
marks an exciting
3
development for Quality choice
Pipelife Ireland with You are choosing a quality
the introduction of our product that is manufactured by
new Qual-Pex Plus+ a trusted leader of plumbing and
‘Easy-Lay’ Pipe and heating pipe in Ireland with almost 50
Renewable Training Centre. years’ experience. Your next phase
“Our Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ of plumbing success starts here!
Pipe is a revolutionary new product Padjoe Barry, National Sales Manager,
4
that will be available in Irish sizes of ½”, added, “These are really exciting Versatile
¾” and 1” in coils and lengths and also times for Pipelife. We have always had Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ Pipe
in 16mm, 20mm, 26mm and 32mm in a a strong focus on providing a great is designed to complement Pipelife’s
white coil. The essential feature of our service to all our customers and with existing ranges of Qual-PEX Easy-
new pipe that differentiates it against the launch of our new Renewable Crimp and Tectite fittings. The pipe
other products on the market is that we Training Centre this will allow us to is also recommended for use with
have made it really truly flat-lay making support them with hands-on product standard brass compression fittings,
it easier to handle and install. training and installation techniques. and manifolds, as well as with some
“The one thing that Pipelife has always “Along with the additional sales staff specific press and push-fit fittings.
prided itself on is the full support that that we are adding to our team for Available in Tan lengths and coils,
we offer all our customers in terms of 2019 these are truly exciting times for in imperial sizes of ½” (14.7mm),
product and installation support. We Pipelife.” ¾” (21.0mm), and 1” (27.4mm), and
can assure you that this will be no The new Qual-Pex Plus+ ‘Easy-Lay’ white metric sizes of 16mm, 20mm,
different with our new Qual-Pex Plus+ Pipe will be available from all leading 26mm and 32mm. Qual-Pex Plus+
‘Easy-Lay’ Pipe as we will be offering merchants from January 2019. ‘Easy-Lay’ Pipe will be provided in
our market leading 50-year guarantee. ‘Pipe-in-Pipe’ ‘Eco-Pex’ and Eco-
“Pipelife has been around a long time DUO’ formats.
and will continue to be in the years
5
ahead, so you can be assured that Proven and guaranteed
the support that we are offering and T: 00353 (0)21 488 4700 With Pipelife’s market leading
promising will be there for you in case E: ireland@pipelife.com 50-year guarantee, you have more
you should ever need it.” www.pipelife.ie certainty to install with confidence.
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COMPANY NEWS
QUINTIN BYRNE JOINS THE TEAM AS THE NEW NATIONAL SALES MANAGER...
Stuart Turner continues to grow sales in Ireland
S
tuart Turner’s impressive working with Shires Ireland Ltd, Ideal
growth plans continue to see Standard International and - most
the company advance from recently, Calpeda Pumps (Ireland),
the UK’s established manufacturer of Quintin brings with him a wealth of
water boosting pumps to a recognised knowledge and experience working
provider of water powering solutions alongside contractors and merchants in
across all plumbing sectors. a competitive industry, making him the
Consequently, the company has further obvious choice for the role.”
strengthened its Sales and Specification Commenting on his new position with
team in the Republic of Ireland with Stuart Turner, Quintin added, “I am
the appointment of Quintin Byrne as looking forward to a new challenge and
National Sales Manager. Quintin joins an to build on my existing relationships to
established team of industry experts and further increase awareness of Stuart
will be focussing on new Mainsboost Turner’s excellent reputation within
and Aquaboost brands along with Ireland. This is a new and exciting
established brands such as Monsoon. position, with new and exciting products. Quintin Byrne, new National Sales Manager for
Ireland at Stuart Turner.
Grant Ellis, Commercial Director for The Mainsboost and Aquaboost brands
Stuart Turner, said, “This new position are specifically designed for a wide as the company continues to strengthen
requires someone to not only sustain range of mains water pressure boosting its position and fulfil its growth plans
our market share but identify and projects which have seen huge demand with new and innovative products and
develop new business opportunities. within a growing Irish market.” services.
With over 20 years in the industry This is an exciting time for Stuart Turner www.stuart-turner.co.uk
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Over 20 years’
experience in
underfloor heating
Full auto CAD
system drawings
available
Fully compatible
with gas and oil
condensing boilers
16mm for easy
installation with
GLO+ shunt system
fully assembled
Market operational
via smart
technology devices
such as Apple
technology, Android
technology, Alexa
and Google Home.
The benchmark in
underfloor heating
For the latest brochure or more about the system visit your nearest branch.
Alternatively contact Matthew Gilpin on 028 3833 9438 or E: mgilpin@bassettsonline.com
bassettsonline.comUNDERFLOOR HEATING
COMBINE SMART CONTROLS WITH HEAT PUMPS AND UNDERFLOOR HEATING TO CREATE AN
EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE SOLUTION…
Smart heating solutions from Bassetts
B
assetts is meeting the growing automatically applied to
trend for smart homes by offering those zones using the
easy-to-install solutions that put profile.
householders in complete control. The Geo Location
The new Heatmister neoSTAT range of feature is an ideal
thermostats can be connected to Apple energy-saving feature
and Android devices as well as smart as it automatically turns
speakers such as Amazon Echo and the heating off when the
Google Home, to give users the option home-owner leaves and
of remote access via a smartphone, turns it back on when
computer or just their voice. they return. warmth or connect a
Designed to be slim and stylish, the For larger projects, pool so you can also
neoSTAT is little bigger than a standard the Mesh Networking enjoy the warmth in
light switch and can be controlled from feature greatly increases summer.
anywhere thanks to the plug and play the communication Installers can combine
neoHub. distance of the system the CTC heat pump
The neoStat was designed as a by automatically routing and neoSTAT with
standalone thermostat that can be communication data GLO+ underfloor
paired to the neoHub for remote app between the connected heating for domestic
control, if desired by the end-user. This neoStats and the and commercial
method enables the neoStat to remain neoHub. Up to 32 projects.
competitively priced. zones can be controlled Flexibility is a key
Easy to install and simple to set up and from anywhere, and large component of GLO+. The
use, Neo supports the most popular systems are easily controlled by using system is effective with a range
types of heating, including radiators, the Global features in the neoApp. of different traditional heat sources
water and electric floor heating and and is particularly effective when
renewable energy systems. COMPLEMENTARY combined with heat pumps such as
Smart Profiles enable users to program Bassetts has products such as the CTC range.
time and temperature settings and then GLO+ underfloor heating systems The range is perfect for new builds,
apply them to a number of zones. Any and the CTC range of heat pumps to extensions and renovations in
subsequent change to the profile will be complement the neoSTAT range. both the domestic and commercial
The CTC EcoAir 510M is a variable sectors, and this flexibility is further
speed heat pump that adapts demonstrated by the fact that GLO+
automatically to the building’s output can also be installed across a variety
requirements during the year. It has of flooring types – including solid
on-demand automatic defrost that floors; suspended, joist floors; and
provides more heat, more output and floating floors.
a longer service life. It must always The 16mm PeX-A pipe is not only
be installed with one of the Indoor manufactured to DIN EN 4726 with
Modules CTC EcoZenith i250 an EVOH oxygen diffusion barrier to
or CTC EcoZenith i350 for DIN EN 12318 but it also comes with
control and hot water. a 50-year guarantee. For installers,
To simplify the adjustment of the benefits of GLO+ also include
the heating and hot water, the a design service from Bassetts as
CTC EcoZenith i250/i350 has well as full AutoCAD drawings for
a colour touchscreen. Thanks commercial projects.
to two ingenious connections, T: 0044 (0) 28 3833 9438
you can supplement with solar heat, W: Visit www.bassettsonline.com for
have a water-jacketed stove provide details of your nearest branch.
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BALLYMUN’S REDISCOVERY
CENTRE WINS SEAI ENERGY
AWARD
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland
(SEAI) recently announced the winners of its
Sustainable Energy Awards at a gala event
which saw the Rediscovery Centre take away
the Buildings Award.
The Rediscovery Centre is a creative space
in Ballymun connecting people, ideas and
resources for greener living. Throughout the
project, opportunities for reuse were given
Shauna Dunlop, Solas, Chris Kehoe welder apprentice, Chef Neven Maguire, Minister Josepha preference. For example, the outside of the
Madigan, James Brennan, plumbing apprentice, Hannah Richardson, Aer Lingus engineering
apprentice, Ray English DIT. building was finished using recycled brick and
cladded with old shutters from the original
FIRST IRELAND SKILLS LIVE APPRENTICE boiler house. Interior glass and some insulation
was sourced from leftover materials from the
EVENT SET FOR MARCH 2019 wider local area regeneration. Where new
Thousands of Irish school students will see competitions and materials were needed to complete the building,
demonstrations by Irish apprentices and trainees at Ireland Skills Live, due they were sourced as locally as possible.
to take place from March 21-23, 2019 at RDS Simmonscourt in Dublin. The building is extremely efficient with high
John Sisk & Son, CIF, Designer Group and Solas have been announced insulation levels and natural ventilation. It is
as some of the event’s sponsors. Sisk is also a construction category heated through a biomass stove and solar
sponsor along with Bus Eireann/Dublin Bus in transport and aviation. The heating. Other winners on the night included Lidl
three-day event is the first showcase of Irish trades and skills, featuring Ireland and Northern Ireland GmbH, Gurteen
live competitions, demonstrations, a heroes stage and recruitment zone. College in Tipperary and EirGrid.
Commenting on the event, Paul Hackett MD of Sisk, said, “This is an event W: www.seai.ie
in its first year for which we and others in Irish industry and education have
great ambitions, as Construction Director of Sisk, we are delighted to co-
sponsor Ireland Skills Live.”
NEW GLOBAL HQ FOR KING & MOFFATT
M&E contractor, King & Moffatt Building Services, has officially
opened its new global headquarters in Carrick on Shannon.
Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2018, the company also announced
that it will be significantly expanding its workforce with the creation of
50 new jobs and a further 40 jobs in the next two years. The investment
in the new headquarters will allow the company to realise its ambitious
home market and international growth plans.
Pat King, Managing Director, said, “We have invested in this new facility
to enable us to drive our vision for the future of construction. We believe
that, by embracing technology and taking an innovative approach, we
will be able to tackle the productivity issues that construction faces and
deliver projects faster and more effectively. The combination of this
state-of-the-art offices and the growing skilled workforce will allow us KEEP UP-TO-DATE
to double our revenue within the next five years.” LOCAL NEWS ONLINE
T: (RoI) 071 962 0378 or (NI) 0167 546 5318
W: www.kingmoffatt.com
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