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    Safety considerations for R290 commercial heat pumps

    A CIBSE-approved CPD seminar covering the principles of safely specifying, designing, installing and maintaining commercial air source heat pumps using R290 (propane) refrigerant.

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    This CPD provides an overview of R290 as an A3 refrigerant in commercial heating, explaining its environmental benefits, flammability classification and the increasing role of natural refrigerants in commercial heating applications.

    The session explores the UK regulatory framework governing R290 installations, including DSEAR, ATEX, EN 378 and related legislation, before examining the principles of hazardous area classification, exclusion and safety zones, and risk assessment.

    It also covers the practical considerations associated with commercial R290 heat pump installations, including installation layouts, clearances, leak detection, circuit safety and ongoing maintenance requirements, providing delegates with an understanding of how these principles can be applied to deliver safe, compliant and effective commercial heating systems.

    Suitable for all levels of mechanical engineers from graduate through to senior, director and associate, sustainability engineers, building services engineers, engineering technicians, incorporated engineers, chartered engineers and YEN Young Engineers, as well as building contractors, consultants, designers, specifiers, installers and facilities management professionals involved in the design, installation and maintenance of commercial heating systems.

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    • Understand the environmental benefits and safety characteristics of R290 as an A3 refrigerant and its growing role in commercial heating applications.
    • Understand refrigerant safety classifications and the implications of using highly flammable refrigerants within commercial buildings.
    • Identify the key UK legislation, standards and guidance applicable to R290 heat pump installations, including DSEAR, ATEX, EN 378 and associated regulations.
    • Understand the principles of Hazardous Area Classification (HAC) and how hazardous zones are established for R290 systems.
    • Recognise how refrigerant charge, ventilation, installation and leak scenarios influence exclusion and safety zone requirements.
    • Understand the practical design and installation considerations for commercial R290 heat pumps, including installation locations, clearances and environmental factors.
    • Recognise the importance of appropriate signage, ignition source control, electrical safety and leak detection in maintaining safe R290 installations.
    • Understand the maintenance requirements associated with commercial R290 heat pumps, including competency requirements, periodic inspections and ongoing safety verification.
    • Apply the principles of risk assessment and safe system design to support compliant specification, installation and maintenance of commercial R290 heat pump systems.
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    Low carbon hybrid heating system considerations

    A CIBSE-approved CPD seminar covering the principles of low carbon hybrid heating system design and their application within commercial buildings.

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    This CIBSE-approved CPD gives an introduction to the key drivers for decarbonisation, including UK net zero targets, and explores how hybrid and bivalent systems (combining heat pumps with traditional heat sources) can provide a practical and flexible pathway to reducing carbon emissions. 

    It also outlines key design considerations such as system temperatures, heating circuit compatibility, electrical capacity, space constraints, and phased plant replacement strategies. While examining the challenges associated with domestic hot water in low temperature systems and the benefits of decoupled solutions, concluding with a structured approach to selecting the most appropriate low carbon heating strategy for new and existing buildings.

    This seminar is designed for all levels of mechanical engineers from graduate through to senior, director and associate, sustainability engineers, building services engineers, engineering technicians, incorporated engineers and chartered engineers.

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    • Understand the key drivers behind decarbonisation in the UK, including policy, carbon targets, and the role of heat pumps
    • Identify the differences between hybrid (parallel) and bivalent (switchable) heating systems
    • Recognise the benefits and considerations of heat pumps when applied to existing commercial heating systems
    • Evaluate when a hybrid system is an appropriate solution based on building constraints such as temperature requirements, electrical capacity, and available space
    • Understand how heat pumps can be integrated with existing boiler systems to improve efficiency and reduce carbon emissions
    • Understand the relationship between system temperatures, heating circuit design and heat pump performance
    • Understand the challenges associated with domestic hot water (DHW) in low carbon systems and the advantages of decoupled solutions
    • Apply a structured decision-making process to determine the most suitable low carbon heating strategy for a given project
    • Appreciate the role of phased system upgrades in supporting a practical transition to net zero.
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    Commercial heat pump system design & specification

    A CIBSE-approved CPD that will guide you through the selection and specification of the right commercial heat pump or hybrid heating system for your customers’ requirements and expectations.

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    This CIBSE-approved CPD will guide you through the selection and specification of the right commercial heat pump or hybrid heating system for your customers’ requirements and expectations.

    With particular focus on the driving forces behind heat pumps and why they are the most popular solution for decarbonising heat in commercial buildings. Also covering, Government net zero strategy, funding advice, and best practices for specification. As well as, heat pump system design, which includes reducing heat losses and heating load and understanding the considerations when selecting a commercial heat pump, while allowing for clients, project and site requirements.

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    • Why we need to decarbonise and why commercial heat pumps are the most popular solution for decarbonising heat
    • Government net zero strategy, funding advice and best practices for specification
    • Regulations, design guides and organisations for best practice
    • Heat pump system design, including reducing heat losses and heating load
    • Understanding the considerations when selecting a heat pump and aims of installing
    • Understanding client requirements and establishing project and site requirements
    • System design considerations and the importance of incorporating thermal store sizing
    • Considerations when positioning the heat pump, including acoustic, space and mounting considerations
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    Surveying the modern plantroom: from boilers to heat pumps

    A CIBSE approved CPD seminar covering the stages of plant room surveying and how the plant room and heat source technology has evolved over recent years.

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    This CIBSE approved CPD gives an introduction to the various stages involved in surveying a plant room and bringing up to modern standards. With particular focus on boiler retrofit installations and how efficiency can be improved by incorporating heat pump technology or hybrid systems.  Also covering legislation and regulations, risk assessments,  important survey checks and finally brief information on the best practice of commissioning.

    Suitable for all levels of mechanical engineers from graduate through to senior, director and associate, sustainability engineers, building services engineers, engineering technicians, incorporated engineers, chartered engineers and YEN Young Engineers, as well as building contractors and consultants.

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    • Evolution - how the plant room and heat source technology has evolved over recent years through legislation and product innovation
    • Assessment - how to assess the plant room and the requirements for the replacement heat source
    • Considerations - how to identify the potential risks associated with heating system replacement
    • Replacement - how can efficiency be improved and carbon emissions reduced; through boiler retrofit, heat pump installation, or incorporation of hybrid technology
    • Commissioning - understanding the best practice of commissioning.
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    Understanding refrigerants & how they affect the choice of commercial heat pumps

    A CIBSE approved CPD seminar covering the understanding of refrigerants - both natural and synthetic - and how they affect the choice of commercial heat pumps.

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    In this CIBSE approved CPD we look at understanding refrigerants - both synthetic and natural options - and discuss how they affect the choice of commercial heat pumps for different applications.

    Topics covered include: How a heat pump works; The different refrigerants - synthetic and natural options; Factors to consider when installing commercial heat pumps; Decarbonising the heating sector and refrigerant phase-down; Heating and hot water applications; Heat Pump principles - COP and SCOP and Creating an efficient heat pump system.

    This seminar is designed for all levels of mechanical engineers from graduate through to senior, director and associate, sustainability engineers, building services engineers, engineering technicians, incorporated engineers and chartered engineers.

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    • How a heat pump works
    • The different refrigerants - synthetic and natural options
    • Factors to consider when installing commercial heat pumps
    • Decarbonising the heating sector and refrigerant phase-down
    • Heating and hot water applications
    • Heat Pump principles - COP and SCOP
    • Creating an efficient heat pump system
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    Low carbon systems: appliances and applications using heat pump technology

    A CIBSE approved CPD covering the Introduction to Low carbon systems: appliances and applications using heat pump technology

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    This CIBSE approved CPD introduces the technology and principles of heat pumps in commercial applications. Topics covered include: The principles underpinning the mechanics and operating of heat pump systems; Looking at the different types of heat pumps and heat pump technology; How heat pump systems work within a hybrid or bi-valent combination; Understanding the importance of correctly sizing heat pumps; The market drivers, industry bodies, regulations and available government incentives.

    This seminar is designed for all levels of mechanical engineers from graduate through to senior, director and associate, sustainability engineers, building services engineers, engineering technicians, incorporated engineers and chartered engineers.

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    • The principles underpinning the mechanics and operating of heat pump systems
    • Looking at the different types of heat pumps and heat pump technology
    • How heat pump systems work within a hybrid or bi-valent combination
    • Understanding the importance of correctly sizing heat pump
    • And the market drivers, industry bodies, regulations and available government incentives
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    Heat Networks and Heat Interface Units

    A CIBSE approved CPD seminar covering Heat Networks and Heat Interface Units.

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    This CIBSE approved CPD gives a basic understanding of heat networks and the role that HIUs play in ensuring the thermal comfort of the end-user and the efficient operation of the network.

    Designed for those involved with design and specification of Heat Networks and Heat Interface Units.

    This seminar is designed for all levels of mechanical engineers from graduate through to senior, director and associate, sustainability engineers, building services engineers, engineering technicians, incorporated engineers and chartered engineers, who have not had any previous experience with heat networks. 



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    • What is a heat network?
    • Why choose a heat network?
    • What is a heat interface unit (HIU)
    • Core components of a HIU
    • Mechanical & Electronic Control functions
    • Metering & Billing
    • Approvals, test regimes, standards and codes of practice
    • Routes to success with heat networks
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    A Review of Commercial Boiler Heat Exchanger Materials

    A CIBSE approved CPD seminar covering different commercial boiler heat exchanger materials.

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    This CIBSE approved CPD looks at the history of boiler heat exchanger materials, why choosing the correct heat exchanger material is important, the performance and characteristics of Aluminium and Stainless Steel heat exchangers and the importance of water treatment, system protection and proper commissioning.

    Designed for Mechanical & Electrical Engineers, Building Services Engineers, Building Contractors and Consultants.

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    • Brief history of heat exchanger materials and the transition from traditional Cast Iron to modern materials
    • Why the correct heat exchanger choice is important
    • Aluminium heat exchanger performance and characteristics
    • Stainless Steel heat exchanger performance and characteristics
    • The importance of water treatment, system protection and proper commissioning
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Our training centres

Our state-of the-art Training Centres of Excellence offer a range of comprehensive courses, which can be customised for individual installation and servicing companies.

  • Luton

    Our new Training and Technology Centre in Luton is located close to Junction 11 of the M1, easily accessible for the South and much of the Midlands.

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  • Dalgety Bay, Scotland

    Our Dalgety Bay training centre in Fife, Dunfermline is handily located just off the Queens Ferry Crossing / M90 motorway. It is close to Edinburgh and serves the East coast of Scotland.

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  • Bridgehead, Hull

    Our new flagship training centre is based at Bridgehead in Hull at the head of the historic Humber bridge. Ideal Heating, Training Centre of Excellence, Meadow Rd Hull, Hessle, HU13 0DG.

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  • Leeds

    The Leeds training centre is handily located just off the M62 at Ideal Heating, Training Centre of Excellence, 2 Sterling Court, Tingley, WF3 1EL.

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