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Visible Light Recognised as Pioneering Force in Indoor Sanitisation
(Soret’s Band) is now officially recognised as a method for indoor sanitisation. The new UNI/PdR 173:2025 reference practice, published by the Ente Italiano di Normazione (UNI), marks a major shift in microbial safety for enclosed spaces. Indoor environments shape daily life. People spend hours in schools, hospitals, offices, public spaces,
10 Ways Our Solutions Can Boost Your Building’s Hygiene
A building’s hygiene is more than just cleanliness—it’s about creating an environment that actively protects occupants and enhances overall well-being. Traditional cleaning methods can only do so much, often requiring constant maintenance and chemical use. Our advanced sanitisation solutions, including UV-C free and chemical-free sanitising LED lights and air recirculation
Guide to The Apollo Smart UltraSonic Tank Gauge
The Apollo Smart Ultrasonic Tank Gauge is a fantastic piece of equipment that offers reliable and remote monitoring of oil levels in plastic and steel tanks. It is the original ultrasonic oil tank contents gauge and comprises a tank mounted transmitter unit and a digital receiver. Fixed to the top
Guide to The Oil Tank Water Absorber
The Oil Tank Water Absorber is a highly regarded piece of kit that acts as a preventative measure in keeping your fuel free of contaminants caused by condensation. Water can enter the heating system instead of the fuel and cause damage to the burner or boiler; IT can increase the
Guide to The GOK Oil Deaerator
The GOK GS Pro Fi 3 De-aerator is designed to enhance the efficiency and longevity of oil heating systems by effectively separating air from heating oil without the need for a vent pipe drilled into the wall, unlike traditional models. This innovative device integrates a fuel filter, de-aeration mechanism, and
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,
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
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
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
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