John Guest Speedfi t Limited

Horton Road, West Drayton, Middlesex UB7 8JL, England. Tel: 01895 449233 Fax: 01895 420321 speedfi t.co.uk | speedfi tUFH.co.uk Technical Help Desk: 01895 425333 THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE Keeping you connected with the world leading manufacturer. NEWSLETTER ISSUE 005 | JUNE 2015

JG AURA WIRELESS TRV SIMPLE. VERSATILE.

® , and JG LAYFLAT [email protected] CASE STUDY EXPERT CONTACT CARDS SPOTLIGHT are registered trademarks of John Guest International Limited ADEY Speedfi t Support Our Sales Team JG Layfl at Pipe® © Copyright 2015. speedfi t.co.uk THE PUSH-FIT WELCOME PUSH-FIT PEOPLE CONTENTS WELCOME P03. NEWS WELCOME TO THE MARCH EDITION OF Every Metre Counts 2015 Supplier of the Year ‘THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE’. P05. COVER STORY JG Aura Wireless TRV P07. CASE STUDY ADEY MagnaClean P11. PUSH-FIT EXPERT Ask Speedfi t Support P13. PUSH-FIT APPLICATIONS With You Everyday

The year is very much in full swing competition. We have already received a signifi cant amount July will see JG launch two new additions to our Underfl oor and once again we fi nd ourselves of entries and are certainly looking forward to giving away Heating product range - fi rstly an overfi t transition board P15. PUSH-FIT incredibly busy across all areas a brand new Kawasaki ZX-10R in October. We are fast to complement the current overfi t fl oor solution and our of the business, with sales being approaching our fi rst competition draw, please turn to page JG Aura Wireless TRV – details of which can be found on BRITISH particularly strong. 3 for more details. pages 5 & 6. Made in Britain Regardless of one’s political You may have picked up upon one of our marketing We are extremely excited about the potential of the JG CONTACT allegiance let’s hope the recent campaigns ‘Speedfit with you everyday’. We have already Aura TRV – it is a fantastic product and for a reasonable John Guest Speedfi t Limited election result presents economic had lots of interest and positive feedback. There is clearly investment homeowners can introduce ‘zoned’ control of stability moving forward and has a positive impact within a large proportion of the industry that are not aware radiator circuits, allowing for signifi cant energy savings. Horton Road, our market sector. of the diversity of Speedfit technology, our engineering West Drayton, Middlesex expertise and our world leading push-fit range that As always a big thank you to all of our customers both UB7 8JL, One thing each party was aligned on is their recognition reaches a vast number of markets and countries globally. existing and new, your business is greatly appreciated. England. and plans to address the countries shortage of new homes. Look out for the advertising pieces within future editions Tel: 01895 449233 Fax: 01895 420321 Let’s hope the Government can mobilise and deliver their of industry trade journals. I hope you enjoy reading our newsletter. Email: [email protected] housing strategy at a reasonable pace and thus stimulating speedfi t.co.uk | speedfi tUFH.co.uk growth in new build and RMI. Pages 13 & 14 see us include some interesting facts [email protected] pertaining to our wider range of products used throughout Technical Help Desk: 01895 425333 Aligned to our BSB – British Superbike Team Sponsorship each of the industries we are involved in. We hope you fi nd Mike Riseley - UK Director of Sales we are delighted to have launched our latest JG Layfl at pipe this interesting.

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EVERY METRE COUNTS 2015 JG SPEEDFIT IN IT TO WIN IT WIN A BIKE WITH JG LAYFLAT® PIPE SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR WITH JG SPEEDFIT

We are excited about the recent launch of what is Championship, which makes the prize For the second consecutive year As the offi cial title sponsor of the GBmoto Kawasaki shaping to be another successful national promotion, even more exciting. we are honoured and proud to team competing in the 2015 MCE British Superbike ‘Every Metre Counts 2015 – Win a bike with JG accept two Wolseley Supplier Championship, we are excited to be giving away pairs ® Layfl at Pipe’. The lucky winner of the bike will be of the Year Awards - Plumb of tickets for this year’s BSB race events. announced on 12th October 2015. Center (Pipe, Valves, Fittings) ® By purchasing any coil of JG Layfl at pipe you have the However on 12th June an additional and bcg Distribution. To get a chance to win tickets for one of the races opportunity to win the brand new Kawasaki ZX-10R prize draw will give away a weekend all you need to do is visit our JG Speedfi t’s Facebook bike. To enter the competition all you need to do is fi ll break for two to attend the BSB race On 27th February Mike Riseley, and Twitter pages and follow the competition link in your contact details on the back of the card found event - taking place in Assen, Holland, JG Speedfi t’s UK Director of posted daily. ® in each JG Layfl at coil and send it back to JG Speedfi t. 19th - 20th September 2015. The package Sales, was presented with the Alternatively, you can register for the prize draw online will include fl ights, hotel accommodation two awards at the Wolseley Winners will be notifi ed one week prior to each race at the dedicated Layfl at competition page on the and VIP hospitality. Supplier Conference – Plumbing weekend and the tickets will be posted to them with a company website - speedfi t.co.uk. When registering & Heating Division, that took next day delivery courier. for the competition online, don’t forget to enter the Promotion runs 1st April – 30th September place at the Ardencote Manor unique code found on the back of the card. 2015. For further information please visit Hotel, Warwickshire. Promotion runs alongside the 2015 MCE British speedfi t.co.uk Superbike Championship calendar, with the last pair of For those who wish to register through their smart Mike said, “It is humbling to be tickets to be given away for the fi nal race at Brands phone, just scan the QR code underneath. recognised for our achievements, Hatch, 16th – 18th October. however, it must be said that it is The bike will be a road going version of the a collaborative approach to our For further details and the chance to win additional JG Speedfi t Kawasaki competing in business relationships that make these branded merchandise items throughout the year, the British Superbike awards possible. I would offer my please keep an eye on the JG Speedfi t social media sincerest gratitude to all the individuals pages, or alternatively visit the BSB dedicated page on from both Wolseley and John Guest our website at speedfi t.co.uk Speedfi t who have played a role in our mutual success.”

Darran Rickards, Managing Director of bcg, said, “I was delighted to once again be able to present John Guest with bcg’s Supplier of the Year Award. bcg and John Guest have been working closely together now for over two years to provide improved and enhanced services to the independent sector to the benefi t of all. Together we are able to offer our customers a range of options and choices on the supply of Speedfi t product that they would not be able to enjoy if our partnership did not exist and this has been the essence of our success.” For more information follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Phil Viner, Senior Product Manager of Plumb Center, YouTube. Please check our website for career opportunities. also commented, “John Guest have aligned themselves very well with the Plumb Center business, and together we have developed some exciting initiatives that are delivering growth for both businesses. They maintain an excellent level of contact from the branches to senior management, and are thoroughly deserved winners of the PVF Supplier of the Year Award.” P03 Scan Code to Enter P04 ISSUE 005 | JUNE 2015 ISSUE 005 | JUNE 2015 THE PUSH-FIT COVER STORY PUSH-FIT PEOPLE JG AURA WIRELESS TRV

SIMPLE. VERSATILE.

We are delighted to announce the market launch of contribute to an expensive energy bill. Yet, this is how our new wireless thermostatic radiator valve controller the majority of households control heating in the UK, - JG Aura TRV, which has been designed to effi ciently resulting in people both spending unnecessary money regulate the hot water to each radiator in the house. and contributing to high energy usage.

Available for purchase 1st July 2015, the JG Aura Planning a building or home to have a zonal heating Wireless TRV simply replaces the manual standard control system allows each room to have its heating radiator valve head and in doing so, opens up new turned on or off at different times, much like the possibilities for energy saving. The new valves are way we switch our lights on and off. This allows heat controlled wirelessly by a JG Aura thermostat in every to only be distributed as and when it is needed, room and can send a signal to the JG Aura Network meaning heating patterns can be dictated by the that would then turn the boiler off when a desired householder’s lifestyle. room temperature has been reached. While traditional TRV systems can indeed be turned The system has been developed not just for new- up and down, this process has to be manually build projects, but it also allows for an existing radiator undertaken meaning that the householder would system to be turned into a smart network in a matter have to wake up early to turn the desired rooms up of hours and with no wet plumbing work necessary. or down and wouldn’t have the option to plan for heating to change for when getting home from work. The JG Aura Wireless TRV can be combined with The practicalities of changing the heating patterns underfl oor heating systems and is very simple to throughout the day using ordinary TRV systems is install. Every installation will require a JG Aura Wireless questionable as conventional TRV’s have no means of Controlling Thermostat, JG Aura Boiler Receiver and a turning the boiler on or off, meaning the boiler is left JG Aura Coordinator. running for long periods of time.

The Wireless TRV system can be internet enabled by JG Aura TRV’s technology allows for a more intelligent installing a JG Aura Hub. remote radiator control, which also determines when the boiler is actually on or off. This essentially Full control is right in the palm of your hand with allows for better management of the energy used, the online JG Aura App. Available for iOS, Android also leading to a signifi cant reduction in the heating and Windows users, the app allows you to remotely costs incurred. control your JG Aura TRV’s from anywhere - using a smartphone, PC or a tablet as long as you have access to the internet.

This tight control offers great energy saving potential as the right zones are heated at the right time and at the desired temperature.

WOULD YOU ONLY HAVE ONE LIGHT SWITCH TO TURN ON ALL THE LIGHTS IN YOUR HOUSE? One way to look at heating control effi ciency is through For more information please visit comparison to the way we light our homes. If homes speedfi tUFH.co.uk or get in touch with your had one light switch to universally control the lighting area sales manager see P22. across the building, to essentially switch the whole system on or off, it would seem out of the ordinary and

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be of compact dimensions, deliver world class cleaning no longer than one minute to complete. On average, effi ciency and be capable of getting installed in less than installation time is now more than 85 per cent quicker half the time the existing products on the market were than the previous MagnaClean product indicating the allowing. In relation to the need for quicker installation signifi cance of implementing push-fi t technology. time ADEY made contact with John Guest to see how the push-fi t technology could be best incorporated Roger Goodwin, Business Development Manager at into the outline design. JG Speedfi t, said: “Working with ADEY and assisting with the early design and development stage allowed The design teams of both companies collaborated in us to really understand the core of the product and order to incorporate the JG Speedfi t 22mm cartridge from this we were able to deliver the quick assembly technology. The push-fi t concept avoids the need of feature ultimately required for installation. This core threaded ports offering easy tube connection and a Engineering & Production work reiterates our position reduced envelope size, which meant it was ideal for the of being a trusted supplier to OEM product around new ADEY fi lter. the world, in a wide range of industries and shows our push-fi t fi ttings can be found in many everyday uses.” During early development stages, the engineering teams had to identify the design elements that required For more information on our OEM Solutions, please special attention, with JG Speedfi t’s team of experts visit johnguest.com working very closely with ADEY on model proposals to ensure cohesion with the design specifi cations.

The development phase gave rise to the potential FILTERING OUT TIME LOSS WITH MAGNACLEAN for Chris Adey’s introduction of a quick-release trigger, which greatly enhances the ease of use during maintenance. Both John Guest and With billions of JG push-fit fittings currently in magnetic fi lters for the maintenance and protection ADEY agreed from the outset that strict use around the world, their adaptability makes of central heating systems. ADEY has trusted John quality control will be maintained in them an integral part of many innovative devices Guest Speedfi t’s push-fi t technology to enhance their order to produce the highest quality including diverse products such as artificial ski magnetic fi lter performance by allowing installers to fi t product. All 22mm Cartridges slope lubrication equipment, computer chip cooling the product in less than a minute. are being produced at our systems, ATM’s (cash machines), water purification UK manufacturing facility in providing potable water for third world areas and The MagnaClean Professional2 is the latest West Drayton. innovative head cooling systems applied to patients revolutionary design to meet ADEY’s objective in before and after chemotherapy. producing a world leading product that contributes Thanks to the utilisation to more effi cient GCH systems. By collecting the of JG Speedfi t’s unique This adaptability is why JG Speedfi t technology is damaging black iron oxide sludge that builds up push-fi t technology, recognised by numerous manufacturers as one of the in heating systems before it damages boilers, the ADEY’s magnetic fi lter best original equipment products on the market, with MagnaClean Professional2 has quickly become the delivers a quick assembly virtually unlimited scope of application. installers’ choice for system protection. feature, which allows the installation process Among these companies is ADEY Professional Chris Adey, founder and designer of this next to be improved. Some Heating Solutions - the UK’s leading manufacturer of generation technology, envisioned his new product to installations are taking

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RACE DATES

DONINGTON PARK GP ROUND 1: 04 - 05 APR RESULT - 1ST INDY ROUND 2: 17 - 19 APR RESULT - DOUBLE WINNER ROUND 3: 02 - 04 MAY RESULT - 2ND SNETTERTON 300 ROUND 4: 19 - 21 JUN

KNOCKHILL ROUND 5: 03 - 05 JUL

BRANDS HATCH GP ROUND 6: 17 - 19 JUL

THRUXTON ROUND 7: 31 - 02 JUL

EN ROUTE TO VICTORY ROUND 8: 21 - 23 AUG OULTON PARK It’s been a pretty incredible start to the 2015 MCE Circuit before following it up with a stunning double ROUND 9: 04 - 06 SEP British Superbike Championship for our JG Speedfi t in the two races. Kawasaki team as rider James Ellison has taken three TT CIRCUIT ASSEN wins and a second place from the six opening races The third round at Oulton Park saw the team continue ROUND 10: 18 - 20 SEP to lead the championship by eight points. Teammate their podium run as Ellison took second place in James Westmoreland has struggled a little in the the second race, to lead the Championship whilst SILVERSTONE GP opening rounds, but kicked off his 2015 campaign at Westmoreland enjoyed his fi rst point scoring rides in ROUND 11: 02 - 04 OCT the last round at Oulton Park with a brace of points both races. scoring rides in the incredibly diffi cult series. However, BRANDS HATCH GP James is already making progress. We are wishing our JG Speedfi t Kawasaki team ROUND 12: 16 - 18 OCT best of luck in the 2015 MCE British Superbike Beginning at on 6th April, Ellison Championship and are looking forward to round 4, won the very fi rst race of the year but was denied which will be taking place at Snetterton 300, Norfolk, a chance to repeat that in the second race when a 19th-21st June. rare fault with the battery prevented the bike from starting. Moving on to Brands Hatch two weeks later, For further live race event updates, please keep an it was a momentous weekend as Ellison dominated eye on our Facebook and Twitter pages and also don’t throughout practice and qualifying, taking pole position forget to check our website at speedfi t.co.uk with one of the fastest ever laps around the short Indy

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AFTER THE SUCCESSFUL LAUNCH OF OUR NEW HEATING CONTROLS RANGE - JG AURA - WE WERE OVERWHELMED WITH CUSTOMER RESPONSE. HERE ARE SOME OF THE TOP QUESTIONS WE RECEIVED ON OUR TECHNICAL HELPLINE...

Q) ARE THE SAME THERMOSTATS USED Q) DO YOU HAVE TO USE THE WIRELESS FOR CONTROL OF UFH WIRING CENTRES, BOILER RECEIVER? WIRELESS TRV’S AND WIRELESS RECEIVERS? A) If you are using wireless wiring centres then these have the built in option for hardwire boiler switching. If a A) Yes, continuing the JG Aura principle of simplicity and wireless boiler switching is desired this can be achieved versatility there is no need to purchase different types of by using a wireless boiler receiver. If the wireless boiler thermostats for different product groups. receiver is used with one or more wiring centres there are no settings to be carried out by the installer, the JG Aura Q) IS IT EASY TO SET UP THE THERMOSTATS Coordinator will recognise the receiver is in place and FOR THE TYPE REQUIRED? automatically carry out the pairings.

A) Yes, when the thermostat is turned on for the fi rst If however JG Aura Wireless TRV’s are used, either as a time 2 menus will appear - S1 “What type of thermostat radiator only system or combined with UFH, then the JG am I?” and S2 “What component am I talking to?”. Aura wireless boiler receiver must be used. Otherwise the TRV will be opened and closed by the thermostat but Each menu will require the user to select 0, 1 or 2 there will be no boiler fi ring. depending on their requirements and press the tick on the bottom right of the thermostat to confi rm their selection. The whole process can be completed in a few seconds. 4 Another advantage of using the Zigbee protocol is that it enables a much easier set up. In traditional wireless systems, all of the individual components need pairing or For more information on JG Aura visit binding together. In large systems this can be a complicated speedfitUFH.co.uk and time-consuming business. JG Aura removes the need for the installer to spend long hours doing this by building in Auto Pairing.

Q) CAN UFH WIRELESS WIRING CENTRES, WIRELESS TRV’S AND WIRELESS RECEIVERS BE USED IN ANY MIX?

A) Just about any mix of UFH and wireless radiator valves can be combined into a system.

There can be a maximum of 9 JG Aura Wireless Wiring Centres, 1 Boiler receiver, 1 single room receiver and a maximum of 30 thermostats in a system.

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Technology Over 1 billion John Guest automotive connectors have been used in global vehicle

The billions of John Guest fi ttings currently in use applications over the past 30 years. around the globe on a wide variety of application types have gained our brand worldwide recognition Since 1984 the Ford Motor Company has offi cially adopted our as the industry’s best. COMPRESSED AIR plastic fuel connectors for delivering petrol to the fuel rail and Connecting Air & injectors of every Ford 1.6l or 2.0l engine. Aston Martin also Speedfi t Technology is built into the DNA of all Pneumatic Tubing uses fi ttings in several components, from the timing belt cover in Factories our push-fi t fi ttings. The core technology behind of the Lagonda V8 through to the gearbox and rear differential. a JG Speedfi t plumbing fi tting is the same concept Other automotive brands that incorporate John Guest push-fi t technology are Porsche, Ferrari, Jaguar, Mercedes, BMW, Fiat, incorporated in all John Guest fi ttings serving the needs of industries as diverse as drinks dispense, Volvo and Alfa Romeo to name a few. pneumatics, compressed air, water purifi cation, drinks vending and telecommunications. PLUMBING & HEATING

UK Market Leader in TELECOM CONNECTIONS Plastic Plumbing & Heating AUTOMOTIVE Systems Connecting Ultra Fast Fuel & Brake Line Broadband Cables Connections for Luxury Car Markets The world’s fi rst food quality push-fi t fi tting, around 10 million John Guest connectors are used every year in the UK beer and beverage industry. It is virtually impossible to fi nd a pub in the UK where the beer hasn’t been brought from the keg right up DRINKS DISPENSE to the beer tap through our connectors. Wide Range of Connectors for Drinks & Coffee Dispensers

PUBS & BARS

Connecting Beer Lines in 95% of Bars in the UK We were at the forefront of fi bre system development in the UK, working in conjunction with what was British Telecom in the 1980s. Developing the fi rst push-fi t connectors specifi cally for fi bre optics, push-fi t fi ttings were used with micro-duct systems utilising blown fi bre installation methods. In 2014 alone more than 2.5 million John Guest connectors were sold for use in the development of telecommunication networks. PURE WATER

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FLYING THE FLAG, WHAT DOES ‘MADE IN BRITAIN’ REALLY MEAN?

By Tony Fisher, Director of Quality at John Guest quality. One of the country’s oldest and trusted The statement ‘Made in Britain’ holds a certain certification marks, the Kitemark came into being gravitas. These three simple words provide after the 1950s and 1960s saw numerous sectors many with reassurance on quality, durability and flooded with consumer goods, many of dubious reliability. British products, whatever the sector, quality. The BSI gradually began to introduce have long been recognised as a reliable option standards and accreditation to UK products that for many and in recent years we have seen a met its high criteria and now it is used as an aid to trend in customers prioritising quality rather those purchasing or specifying, with the Kitemark than simply going for the cheapest alternative. providing unrivalled reassurance globally. However, this statement can be misused and misleading, especially if you dig deeper into the With this in mind it is crucial that those seeking claim of a product being made here in Britain – UK made products look for this symbol. Not only all is not what it seems. will it tell them that the product is manufactured reliability, problems with materials and issues products will often not be thoroughly assessed in Britain, but it will also guide them on quality with installations. Imported products also make and manufacturers can become less traceable for As an employee of John Guest for 37 years, I have and standards within each sector. Without this it more difficult for the manufacturer to be suppliers and customers, making a solution or had to ensure that each manufactured product symbol a product can claim to be UK made but accountable for any faults. response harder to come by. The repercussions within the facility in West Drayton meets the this doesn’t necessarily mean the entirety of the can be felt right across the supply chain, with highest British standards of quality and that we product is made in the UK. At John Guest we have to maintain standards to suppliers left out of pocket for faulty goods and remain innovative, reliable and, most of all, honest retain and use the Kitemark on our products. This business lost, while users can be left with no with our customers. For over 50 years John STATING THE FACTS means inspections on site twice a year, taking a resolution or support if a product doesn’t live up Guest has been a UK manufacturer, with its pipe total of six days. They assess the manufacturing to its promise of quality. connectors and coils of tubing all manufactured ‘Made in Britain’ – it’s a great statement of quality process, materials and assembly, test our products at its UK base. Our reputation is based on our and standard, however, many manufacturers can to tough standards and as a result award the mark It is also worth remembering that there are ability to produce consistent high quality products use this as a very loose term. if criteria has been met. Abroad there is a variety also many copycat products on the market, and provide an on-going commitment to value of standards, but quality control differs. Cheaper meaning that when customers are presented engineering and development. This statement can Customers must at first not take this at face be backed by our association with the British value. A product may be marked as made in Standards Institute Kitemark (BSI). this country but that could actually translate as assembled here at the final stage of manufacturing. BRITISH STANDARDS = BRITISH QUALITY Many companies manufacture abroad to produce products on mass and, in some cases, use cheaper The Kitemark is one of the most recognised materials and methods that may not live up to symbols of quality and safety and offers true the standards of the BSI. value to consumers and businesses. As discussed the label of ‘Made in Britain’ reflects A conformity certification, the BSI Kitemark trust in the quality of British manufacturing was originally only used in the UK, but is now and falsely labelled products may lead to recognised throughout the world as a mark of customers being let down by poor product

P15 P16 ISSUE 005 | JUNE 2015 ISSUE 005 | JUNE 2015 THE PUSH-FIT BRITISH PUSH-FIT PEOPLE MADE IN BRITAIN with what may look like a push-fit product, for of the BSI standards mimicked and adapted by example, material and manufacturing methods other countries. may actually differ. Behind such a product will also be a number of different manufacturers in With the weight of British quality and testing the stages of production, again making it harder behind a product a customer can also be assured for customers to report a problem or even take that there is usually a point of contact for support. matter to a legal level in foreign courts. With a British manufacturer comes a British head office, security of supply, traceable products and WHY BUY BRITISH? transparency. British manufacturers are Imported products are by no means all bad and also accountable there are plenty of manufacturers out there for any problems a that produce quality products that incorporate product may have and innovation and reliability. Yet, how do products any product marked claiming to be ‘Made in Britain’ actually compare by the BSI can then be with those that are genuinely made in factories taken through clear right here? channels if a supplier or customer needs to At John Guest we have a thorough manufacturing escalate or highlight process that boasts quality control checks at an issue. each stage of production from moulding at our West Drayton facility through to storage and Increasing demands distribution at our Bracknell site. Every aspect is of new technologies and faster and easier managed in-house by fully-trained and certified installation of more reliable components has employees and standards that meet the Kitemark undoubtedly influenced the way many specify are implemented on a daily basis. The product and buy products. Within the majority of sectors, that ends up at the supplier and in the hands of needs and requirements are forever evolving the user is the product that has been made on and engineering excellence behind a product site at our UK factory. can often be the greatest consideration ahead of cost. BUT WHY DOES IT MATTER IF PRODUCTS ARE MADE IN PART OR ENTIRELY IN THE UK? An example of British engineering can be taken direct from our company, where more than 40 years ago A British manufacturer has to ensure BSI a sophisticated piece of technology was developed rigorous checks internally and inspected annually by For more information on our John Guest products, standards are maintained, met and exceeded by John Guest – the invention of the plastic push- other independent bodies. Buying British therefore history and heritage in British manufacturing visit and, as mentioned, inspections take place twice fi t concept. In 2015, this connecting solution has isn’t just about being patriotic or supporting the johnguest.com a year. This means that assurance of a product penetrated a wide variety of sectors and is sold country’s economy, it’s also about ensuring people doesn’t just come from the manufacturer, but across the globe as a trusted, quality product. Yet, buy the best quality, understand the process behind it also comes from an external outside source like its origins, the production of such a product a product and make judgement on a product based that is recognised across the world, with many remains in Britain continuously going through on standards rather than simply on cost.

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TECHNICAL PUSH-FIT IN THE COMMUNITY OUR NEW PLUMBING AND HEATING APPLICATIONS WILL BE HELPDESK SHOWCASED AT MORE THAN A HUNDRED NATIONAL AND GLOBAL ALEXANDER DIVINE EXHIBITIONS THIS YEAR. HERE ARE DATES FOR SOME OF THE SHOWS. Be it for queries on plumbing related topics, or questions on CHILDREN’S HOSPICE SERVICE underfl oor heating and heating controls, you can be assured of friendly help and advice throughout your entire relationship John and Fiona Devine from Windsor set up Alexander 27TH - 28TH | HB&R | STAND 527 with JG Speedfi t. The easiest way to get instant installation Devine Children’s Hospice Service in memory of their SANDOWN, SURREY advice is by contacting our Technical Helpline, who would extraordinary little boy who sadly passed away in early be delighted to assist with and advise on any plumbing and 2006 from a rare brain tumour, aged only 8 years old. JUNE heating question. Their personal experience, and subsequent extensive research, led them to realise that there was a vital need 30TH - 1ST JULY | AVEX | STAND 132 for a Berkshire children’s hospice. The charity now MANCHESTER CENTRAL, MANCHESTER When installing JG Speedfi t underfl oor heating systems, for funds Alexander’s Nurses who support children with example, you will have your own dedicated project manager life-limiting and life-threatening conditions in their own in our design team who will oversee your project. Experienced homes right across Berkshire and the bordering areas of and extensive fi eld based Technical Engineers are also available surrounding counties. should a project require a visit from JG Speedfi t. Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service now has the land it urgently needs to build Berkshire’s vitally The JG Speedfi t Technical Help Desk is open between 8:00am needed children’s hospice. The donated 6-acre site is in SEPTEMBER and 5:00pm Monday to Friday, and can be reached on: Woodlands Park, Maidenhead, and is in an ideal location for families providing easy access from both east and west 16TH - 17TH | PLUMBING TRADE SHOW | STAND 22 Berkshire, but there will be no boundaries for where a RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL, BELFAST +44 (0) 1895 425333 child lives to qualify for their support. The charity has +44 (0) 1895 425350 raised £3.5 million, but needs to raise a total of £5m to [email protected] build its children’s hospice to provide respite, support, 25TH - 27TH | NHIS | STAND D23 and emergency care and bereavement services in a EXCEL, LONDON home from home environment for children aged up to 19. The service will also encompass a palliative care outreach team, which will provide a ‘hospice at home’ service and already funds three palliative care nurses 25TH - 27TH | SCREWFIX LIVE | STAND K27 who work out in the community. FARNBOROUGH FIVE

We are happy to be able to contribute by donating £20,000 last year and pledging a further £20,000 in 2015 towards this worthwhile charity, along with the offer of JG Speedfi t products to assist with their new build. Fiona 9TH - 12TH | GRAND DESIGNS LIVE Devine said, “A huge thank you for your donation, this is STAND B781 | NEC, BIRMINGHAM truly wonderful news and we are absolutely delighted, OCTOBER thank you so much. A sincere and heartfelt thank you once again for the fantastic support from your company, 24TH - 25TH | NHBR - EDINBURGH it will make such a difference to our charity and another STAND 203 | ROYAL HIGHLAND signifi cant step towards our build.” CENTRE, EDINBURGH For more information on how you can help Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service continue its vital work, please call 0845 055 8276, email fundraising@ alexanderdevine.org or visit www.alexanderdevine.org. For more information on these Reg. Charity No. 1118947 shows and to find out about any local events in your region please contact your Area Sales Manager.

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