Margaret Major, Managing Editor of Oil Installer, joined a delegation of villagers from Kehelland, Cornwall who took their message of...

Margaret Major, Managing Editor of Oil Installer, joined a delegation of villagers from Kehelland, Cornwall who took their message of...

Sally Buist joins the OFTEC team bringing expertise and insight that will be a valuable asset as OFTEC continues to...

The government publishes its Warm Homes plan setting out polices around the transition to low carbon homes.


Whether you’re interested in registration, training, or learning more about how renewable liquid fuels like...

OFTEC marks the retirement of Inspection Manager John Vinter whose contribution has made a lasting...

A full report of the excellent outcomes from discussions held at the recent OFTEC Technicians...

Extending registration not only enhances professional credibility but also aligns technicians with the long-term needs...

A full industry report from David Blevings for OFTEC Ireland, on progress being made in...

All the latest updates from the OFTEC Technical team as published in the winter issue...
The Warm Homes Plan has been delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?

OFTEC is currently looking for talented and conscientious ex-heating professionals to join its network of self-employed regional inspectors.

A new and expanded role for Malcolm Farrow will allow him to build on the success he has already achieved...

The last twelve months have seen significant changes in the fuel supply industry. UKIFDA’s CEO, Ken Cronin, provides an update...

With heightening demand for manufacturers to support net-zero ambitions, Greg Banham, Commercial Director for Navien UK, explores how the leading...

Warm Homes Plan delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?

A full report of the excellent outcomes from discussions held at the recent OFTEC Technicians Forum.

Extending registration not only enhances professional credibility but also aligns technicians with the long-term needs of the market.


The OFTEC technician committee is expanding to hear more voices. Last year OFTEC relaunched the...

Hand-picked for excellence, experience and a desire to give back, the three newly appointed inspectors...

Hands-on-training gives OFTEC staff the opportunity to deepen their understanding of latest burner technology and...

In a chat with the new Chairman for OFTEC, Neil Sawers who is Grant UK's...
The Renewable Heat Obligation bill sets a course for a cleaner, more sustainable Ireland. But reaching that destination will require...

The Government in Ireland had proposed to introduce a renewable heating obligation (RHO) in 2026 for the heating sector.

The latest companies who have had their OFTEC registration revoked as OFTEC continues to ensure highest standards are maintained.

There is no justification for not properly balancing systems. It’s one of the most straightforward methods for installers to enhance...

Margaret Major, Managing Editor of Oil Installer, joined a delegation of villagers from Kehelland, Cornwall who took their message of...

Sally Buist joins the OFTEC team bringing expertise and insight that will be a valuable asset as OFTEC continues to...

New guidance published by OFTEC includes funding for training and upskilling, alongside schemes that enable installers to undertake funded work...

Whether you’re interested in registration, training, or learning more about how renewable liquid fuels like HVO can help with decarbonising...

OFTEC marks the retirement of Inspection Manager John Vinter whose contribution has made a lasting impact on OFTEC and the...

A breakdown of the implications of the plans of the Irish Government to introduce ‘The Renewable Heating Obligation’ mandating all...

For those in the liquid fuels and off-grid heating sector, the plan is notable not only for what it includes...

As a regulated waste it is vital that glycol is disposed of in the correct way.

This guidance refers specifically to the social rented sector.

With much discussion on HVO appearing in trade journals over the last couple of years, this article is intended to...

A Zeno R290 Heat Pump replaced an old air source unit in the historic Gamekeeper’s Lodge at Castle Ward with...

With the consultation open for a few more days, the huge number of submissions already received from rural communities and...

Warm Homes Plan delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?

A full report of the excellent outcomes from discussions held at the recent OFTEC Technicians Forum.

Extending registration not only enhances professional credibility but also aligns technicians with the long-term needs of the market.

A full industry report from David Blevings for OFTEC Ireland, on progress being made in carbon reduction in Ireland and...

All the latest updates from the OFTEC Technical team as published in the winter issue of Oil Installer magazine.

The liquid fuel heating industry welcomes the DESNZ consultation that includes consideration of renewable liquid fuels.

OFTEC has challenged the outcome of the recent government consultation on the Clean Heat Market Mechanism suggesting it penalises manufacturers...

Malcolm Farrow is promoted to Director of Marketing and External Affairs at OFTEC as part of the organisation's long term...

A former technician who has experienced inspections, the newest member of the OFTEC inspection team brings a unique perspective that...

The ASHP installer on-demand training course is now available on Grant eLearning Academy following a recent update.

The funding will deliver skills training in retrofit, insulation and solar PV to upskill transitioning installers and accelerate progress towards...

It’s been a relatively quiet summer for heat policy developments, but things are about to hot up, writes Malcolm Farrow,...

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