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Oil Heating

Guide to The Super Universal Thermocouple

A super universal thermocouple fitted to a magnet unit within a gas control acts as a flame failure safety device. When the tip of the thermocouple is heated by the flame it produces an electromagnetic force (E.M.F.) which is used to activate the electromagnetic unit. When the flame is extinguished,

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Oil Heating

The benefits, features and applications of the Brahma Transformer

The Brahma Transformer is an ignition transformer used in gas and oil burner systems. It is designed to generate high-voltage sparks for igniting fuel in industrial and domestic heating appliances. These transformers typically operate on a 230V input and can produce a high-voltage output, depending on the specific model. The

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Oil Heating

The benefits, features and applications of the Suntec Universal Oil Pump

The Suntec Universal Oil Pump is a widely used fuel oil pump designed for various oil-burning heating systems, such as furnaces, boilers, and other combustion equipment. Suntec is a well-known brand in the heating industry, recognised for its reliable and high-quality oil pumps. The universal model, specifically, is versatile and

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Healthy Buildings

How clean is your desk? Chances are, not very.

The cleanliness of the average office desk is often much worse than most people realise. Studies have shown that office desks can harbour a significant amount of bacteria and germs, sometimes even more than common surfaces like toilet seats. But we have a solution. Before we go into that, here

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Oil Heating

Summer is the Season for Servicing

Summer has finally arrived, which also means it’s the optimal time for your customers to service their Oil Systems, in time for the colder seasons, when they rely on them the most. Don’t leave it to chance this year and get prepared. OFTEC recommends that oil-fired boilers, tanks and equipment

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Healthy Buildings

What is Sick Building Syndrome and how do you cure it?

Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) is a condition in which occupants of a building experience health effects and discomfort that appear to be linked directly to the time spent in the building. However, no specific illness or cause can be identified. Symptoms often improve or disappear when the affected person leaves

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HVO

The benefits of HVO

Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) is a type of renewable diesel fuel made from vegetable oils or animal fats. The benefits of HVO are numerous and span across environmental, operational, and economic aspects: Environmental Benefits Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions: HVO can significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional diesel, contributing

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Critical Installations

What are critical installations?

Critical installations refer to infrastructure, facilities, or assets that are essential for the functioning of a society, economy, or government, and whose disruption or destruction would have significant adverse effects on security, public health, safety, or economic stability. These installations are often prioritised for protection due to their importance. Examples

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