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As another spell of exceptionally hot weather places pressure on water resources across the UK, DAB Pumps is urging the industry to pay greater attention to the performance and efficiency of the systems responsible for moving water around buildings.

While public discussion often focuses on rising demand, hosepipe bans and water conservation measures, the role of building water systems is frequently overlooked. Yet as temperatures rise and demand patterns become more unpredictable, the resilience and efficiency of these systems is becoming increasingly important.

Walk into the plumbing workshops at South Devon College and you will find something that sets this department apart: students getting hands-on with the same equipment they are likely to see on their very first day in the job.

That has taken another step forward. DAB Pumps UK, a world-leading name in water technology, has donated an ESYBOX and ESYTANK pressurisation system to the college. This is the kind of kit found in homes, businesses, and buildings right across Devon and beyond. For the students training in Paignton, it means learning on up-to-date, industry standard equipment, not something that bears little resemblance to what they will find on site.

As the Future Homes Standard (FHS) moves into its final policy stage before implementation, the Waste Water Heat Recovery (WWHR) sector, led by Showersave and Recoup, has identified that the framework may limit opportunities for reducing domestic hot water (DHW) demand – despite hot water accounting for one of the largest energy demands in both new-build and existing homes undergoing decarbonisation and retrofit improvements.

Housing associations and local authorities across the UK are tasked with providing safe, sustainable, and affordable homes. Yet, hidden inside thousands of properties is a growing issue: limescale. This “silent saboteur” is quietly reducing the lifespan of appliances, raising energy bills, and driving up maintenance costs—just as budgets are being squeezed tighter than ever.

At Advanced Hydro, we’re committed to making effective “green” technology accessible and cost-effective—not a gamble. Our mission from the outset has been clear: to offer water treatment solutions that are better for the environment, reduce costs, and out-perform traditional salt-based softeners, without the hassle or complexity.

Across the UK, over 5.1 million households* rely on social housing, and for housing providers, ensuring these homes are safe, warm, efficient and compliant has never been more challenging. Rising energy costs, damp and mould concerns, decarbonisation pressures, and tighter regulation all place increasing responsibility on landlords to deliver high performing heating systems that support resident wellbeing.

Awareness of the potential health problems caused by lead in the water supply, particularly in infants and children, is growing.  In redevelopment of properties the quality of the water supply pipe should be you first priority. 

Thomas Dudley Ltd is proud to announce its partnership with eco-cistem™, a pioneering solution in sustainable water management. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the development of environmentally conscious building technologies, reinforcing Thomas Dudley’s commitment to innovation through teamwork, trusted partnerships, and a family-first approach to business.