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Bathroom Heating With A Difference

11. March 2010 10:01
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Bathroom Heating With A Difference

For today’s article we will be designing the extras of a shower or bathroom. On e-tradecounter.co.uk there is a massive range of electric showers. It is often forgotten that replacing your shower can be the perfect time to make changes to your shower or bathroom.

The first item is Dimplex Delta Corner Mounted Chrome Towel Rail, unlike other towel rails which can take up a large amount of space the Dimplex Delta fits in a corner of the room. This makes it perfect for smaller shower rooms and just for saving space in tighter bathrooms as well. It also makes perfect use of often wasted corner space in rooms.

With a lightweight frame and 200W output the Dimplex Delta has been designed for a quick and easy installation. Using the Dimplex technology the Dimplex Delta heats up faster than conventional towel rails. This means you can have the Dimplex Delta towel rail fitted and working in no time at all.

The biggest advantage of the Dimplex Delta Towel Rails is it compatibility with Dimplex wireless controllers and towel rail regulators. This is the perfect solution to heat any contemporary bathroom or shower room.

You can buy the Dimplex Delta Towel Rail from e-tradecounter.co.uk – Dimplex Delta Towel Rail.

The next item is the perfect and easy to fit in any room. The Timeguard Mirror Mat is easy to fit behind any mirror to keep it from steaming up or becoming foggy. The idea behind this is you no longer have to wipe down the mirror to see into it after having the hot water running or after a shower or bath.

By fitting behind the mirror and producing very little heat the Timeguard Mirror Mat keeps away condensation stopping it from settling on the mirror, this then keeps the mirror perfectly clear. The Timeguard Mirror Mat is a cheap solution for a common problem, not only does it work perfectly but it is a luxury you will always appreciate.

To view or purchase the Timeguard Mirror Mat visit e-tradecounter.co.uk - Timeguard Mirror Mat.

The final item is the Robus 12V Shower Light Site Pack. These packs of 5 complete and ready to fit shower lights are perfect for in a bathroom or shower. With an IP65 rating they are ideal for in a bathroom or shower room. These five lights can be placed around the room as needed, we suggest in smaller rooms to cluster the lights together for example in a shower room to have two lights over the mirror and then 3 around the top of the shower.

The Robus 12V Shower Light Site Pack comes in three different colours depending on what you need. You can have them with different coloured fittings of white, brushed chrome and chrome. With a max voltage of 50W they are highly economic and cost effective.

You can buy the Robus 12V Shower Light Site Pack from e-tradecounter.co.uk - Robus 12V Shower Light Site Pack.

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Robus 3KW Air Curtain

10. March 2010 09:46
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Robus 3kW Air Curtain

The Robus 3kW Air Curtain (RAC3K-01) is the perfect entry level air curtain for around the home or in a business. Small in size but with a 3kW output the Robus Air Curtain is ideal for door ways that lead outside in any situation be it commercial or residential.

Unlike other air curtains the Robus 3kW Air Curtain can be mounted vertically or horizontally. This gives the Robus 3kW Air Curtain an advantage as it can be mounted in multiple applications and have a wide selection of uses, what this means is where space is at a premium the Robus 3kW Air Curtain can be mounted.

With a pressed steel epoxy power painted body the Robus 3kW Air Curtain is highly durable with a reliable construction, also supplied with a one and a half meter cable tail to provide a simple and easy connection. Also for quick installation the Robus 3kW Air Curtain comes with an easy fit bracket.

The Robus 3kW Air Curtain also comes with a massive range of versatile features. These include a fan only and a half power setting. This means the Robus 3kW Air Curtain can be used in hotter months where you need to provide a blanket of cooling air, the half power setting is perfect for saving energy and maintaining the heat at a steady temperature.

Robus have made a series of improvements upon the standard air curtain design. With a blowing volume of 5.6m/h, an air speed 3m/sec and a motor rotation of 2700/min. Combined with its two settings of 1.5kW and 3kW.

The Robus 3kW Air Curtain has been used in a wide variety of applications. Often used in greenhouses and conservatories around the home, by providing a blanket of warm air it keep the cold air out of the room and instantly warms anyone entering. In more commercial applications it is often used over single doorways that lead outside to give a quick warm burst of air to warm customers or staff.

In our tests of the Robus 3kW Air Curtain we found not only was it quick to fit with its included brackets but also easy to use. Simply set the heater to the setting desired and leave it alone. We also used a timer on the plug socket to help us control when the air curtain was on. By setting the times we could easily regulate the Robus 3kW Air Curtain.

We also found that the Robus 3kW Air Curtain was very little weight for an air curtain, weighing under 7kg it was simple to fit and easy to place in different positions as need be. Also unlike other air curtains which can be an eye sore, the Robus 3kW Air Curtain is sleek and simple making it far more pleasing on the eye.

Not only is the Robus 3kW Air Curtain one of the cheapest induction level air curtains on the market but it also comes from the most reliable of manufacturers, Robus, designed to ensure a warm blanket of air to warm up anyone passing and to keep out all the cold air.

To view the Robus 3kW Air Curtain visit e-tradecounter.co.uk - Robus 3kW Air Curtain.

Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater

9. March 2010 11:24
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Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater

The Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater is a highly compact 500W convector heater. Designed to be small and capable of effective heating the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater is perfect for any home or office. With only 500W of output the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater is not intended to keep a large room hot, however it could keep away frost and cold in a larger area. The Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater is best suited to small on the spot heating.

One of the most interesting points on the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater is how little clearance is required. Easy to fit and with no controls is perfect as a leave on solution or to be controlled via a plug in timer or thermostat. It is also possible to buy a linking kit which will enable you to link the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater to another.

Unlike other convector heaters the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater can also be free standing, you will however need to buy the standing feet as an extra however for the each usability it is worth it. You can now move around this small compact heater to where ever is needed. Just plug and heat. We found it was ideal for under the desk for keeping the feet and body warm, with only 500W of output it did not burn and was the perfect amount.

The main intention of the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater is to be mounted in areas where wall space is a premium. Examples would include in conservatories and play houses. However the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater is not designed to be next to showers, baths or sinks and is not to be used in a bathroom.

As with all the Dimplex range the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater comes with an auto thermal cut out. This helps the appliance to be safe and reliable. When the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater overheats the thermo cut out is triggered and the heater will automatically turn off.

The Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater also comes with a full year guarantee from Dimplex.  With all the benefits of the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater we tested it out in the office. The best use we did find was for using under the desks. Where hot air rises it was forced out the front of the desk warming the user and at a low cost.

Our second test saw the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater been used in the tea room, perfect for the small space where a normal heater could not fit, we were impressed by how easy the installation was and how quickly we could move the heater from room to room.

We then had the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater free standing using the free standing feet. It was perfect for on the spot heating where ever we needed it. The Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater is a powerful little heater which is perfect where wall space or room is at a premium, ideal for on the spot heating and great for ease of use.

To view or buy the Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater visit e-tradecounter.co.uk - Dimplex Skirting Convector Heater.

Dimplex Fan Assisted Storage Heater

8. March 2010 09:29
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Dimplex Fan Assisted Storage Heater

The Dimplex FXL fan assisted storage heater range has one of the most compact designs which are only slightly larger than the conventional storage heaters. Unlike other storage heaters the Dimplex FXL fan assisted storage heater comes with an internal fan to help boost the heating capabilities.

The Dimplex FXL storage heater also has a simple one touch control system to ensure ease of use. With its simplistic control and with its fan assist the Dimplex FXL storage heater has lower running costs as well.

The Dimplex FXL storage heater is highly energy efficient requiring little or no top up energy during the day to reduce costs, by pulling in power during the night making full use of the electrical power tariffs. The Dimplex FXL storage heater can even add six points to a properties SAP rating.

With a massive range of features the Dimplex FXL storage heater has a built in boost element for supplementary heating, the high speed fan is selectable for faster core discharge in commercial environments. With a thermostatic control of the room temperature which is highly accurate. The fan operation can be controlled via an external timer. With simple assembly for flexible positioning and quick installation and is compatible with all off peak tariffs.

The Dimplex FXL storage heater comes in two different models the FXL18 and the FXL24 the main difference between the models is 2.55kW and 3.4kW, each wattage is suitable for a different sized room.

Many people ask how storage heater work, storage heaters work by pull electricity and power during the night time tariffs and storing them in heat storage bricks. The heat bricks in the Dimplex FXL retain 2.5 more heat than conventional storage heaters.

The core discharge in the Dimplex FXL is achieved by a low noise centrifugal type fan drawing air through the hot core. As it draws the air it heats it and then pushes it out into the room and space around the heater, filling the room with hot moving air. The core discharge is switched on by the room thermostat to allow heat output on demand.

Automatic charging is regulated by a unique system which monitors both the room temperature and the state of the storage core. By monitoring the temperature of the room and the state of the bricks the Dimplex FXL is more intelligent and economic than other storage heaters.

The Dimplex FXL storage heater also comes with a boost heating setting. Provided by a supplementary element which will only operate when the core heat is exhausted, this will temperately draw more power at the current tariff to give a quick boost.

With its ease of use and simple design the Dimplex FXL is perfect for economic homes that wish to make the most of the cheaper night tariffs. Unlike other storage heaters the Dimplex FXL range offers both a storage heater and the benefit of a fan heater to provide added boost.

You can buy the Dimplex FXL and view the Dimplex FXL storage heater range visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Dimplex FXL Storage Heater.

A business with a long history in water heating

5. March 2010 11:24
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Heatrae Sadia has a long illustrious history in the field of water heating.  This progression has lead to it becoming the UK’s leading supplier of electrical water heating devices.  It all started back in the 1920’s in Norwich, where the company Electric Fires was born, and its remit to produce electrical heating appliances out of its showroom on King’s street.  A few years later in 1926 with the business booming they moved to larger premises on St George’s Street.  The business continued to go from strength to strength and in 1934 a name change was brought about with the first mention of Heatrae arising, the company was also floated on the stock market. 

Fast forward now to the 1960’s, a gentleman and leading manufacturer of electric and steam liquid heating equipment, Duncan Low came on board and a year later in 1961 an offshoot of Heatrae, Heatrod was born, specifically to produce heating elements.  In 1962, Heatrae acquired Electroway Heaters and became a subsidiary of Central Mining Investment Co. (CMIC).  Within three years CMIC merged with British South African Co. to become Charter Consolidated and five years later in 1970 Heatrae moved to current site at Norwich Airport Industrial Estate.  Four years later Sadia Water Heaters was acquired, but it wasn’t for another three years before the name of the company was changed to Heatrae Sadia and as such Sadia production moved to Norwich.

In 1985, the Valor Group bought Heatrae Sadia, along with Gainsborough Electrical, in turn the Valor manufacturers and Gainsborough production moved to Norwich.  Heatrae Sadia was growing and growing, only a few years had passed and in 1988 Elsy and Gibbons, manufacturers of water heating tanks was acquired, further growing the business.  Then a year later Pullin who manufactured immersion heaters was also acquired. 

Jumping ahead now a few years Heatrae Sadia managed to acquire the Megaflo system and patent thus broadening their already burgeoning offering.  In the coming years the company changed hands a few more times but always maintained the name Heatrae Sadia so as to cement its excellent reputation in the market.  Between the years of 1997 and 1998 Newmond came in and bought out the building products division of William Holdings, who had previously bought out Valor, Newmond then acquired the RSA Water Heating from IMI plc and later in 2001 merged with Baxi an international company that has great experience in this particular market place.  Finally in 2006, over 30 years after its acquisition Heatrod was sold and now Heatrae Sadia exists.

So as you can see Heatrae Sadia has had a rich history and pedigree in this field, partnering and acquiring top line companies throughout the years to serve the consumer, be it public or private and provide class leading technology to the home and business across the board.  Heatrae Sadia do not compromise on quality and have been able to build an excellent reputation over the years by making savvy business decisions and keeping to their mission statement from the get go.

To view the e-tradecounter range of Heatrae Sadia visit - Heatrae Sadia Water Heating.

Dimplex heating panel will warm you up

4. March 2010 09:07
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One of the best things about some of the products in the Dimplex panel heater range is that they come fully equipped with 24 hour and 7 day heating facilities. This can have many benefits to the household and should ensure you never return home to a cold house ever again. If you do not like having a cold house after finishing work, using the timing facility on the heater should allow you to turn the heating on a pre-set time, ensuring the home is warm for your arrival. This should make the commute home easier to take as you know what awaits when you get back to your house.

If you want your home to look the best, you may decide that the traditional panel heater look is not for you. White and with vents is a classic style but it may not sit well with everything else that is in your room so this may put people off from using this style of heater. The modern range of panel heaters thankfully provide a wider variety of styles and finishes and you would be amazed and impressed with the choice of Dimplex panel heater products. No matter the colour you desire, there will be an option to blend in with the surroundings.

Another big change from previous panel heater products is modern versions do not make a great deal of noise. Many people appreciate warmth in their bedroom, but the sound of the heater operating may be enough to prevent them going to sleep. This is no longer the case and the Dimplex panel heater range contains many models that now run silently. If you want a noise free option, then there is a wide range to choose from.

The Dimplex panel heater range can be used in all different rooms, at work or at home and even in the bathroom. One of the big reasons that the product is safe to use in the bathroom is due to the splash-proof section. Safety is obviously a very important matter to consider and use of any electrical product in the bathroom should be considered carefully. Proper installation and use are important for any heater but if used properly, the heating option in the bathroom should make life much easier and comfortable for many people, as nobody likes to be cold when doing something like bathing or showering.

There are so many great reasons to choose from the Dimplex panel heater range that the biggest difficulty can be in deciding which product to choose from. No matter what room in the home or office you are looking to heat up, the right shape and style should be available to suit your needs. And with so many products in different price ranges available, it should be possible to find the right product, regardless of what sort of budget you have. All of this means that if you want to find the right heating panel, then Dimplex is likely to provide the solution.

To view the Dimplex Panel Heater range visit e-tradecounter.co.uk - Dimplex Heating Panel.

Dimplex Panel Heaters - ideal for the future

3. March 2010 09:44
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In this ultra energy conscious age, we are bombarded with new ways of saving energy so as to protect the environment and provide the future generations with the means to exist efficiently in order to preserve the earth’s dwindling resources.  We all need to play some part and take responsibility on a grass roots level – home recycling and efficient use of the car, this of course needs to be exemplified by businesses as we the consumer look for green businesses to use and get our products from in the future.

Perhaps one of the more common practices we can easily adopt is the reduction in heating energy we use in our home, taking showers and not baths, recycling bathwater for the garden and so on.  We even have energy efficient light bulbs posted through our doors by service providers in an effort to change out shopping habits.  So to heating - something in the UK that is used for a large proportion of the year - what is out there to keep costs down but also minimise the effect on the environment – reduce our carbon footprint if you like?

Dimplex are a company that is dedicated to the use of electrical heating and its environmental benefits.  Indeed with the government’s white papers in relation to energy conservation, items such as a Dimplex panel heater are going to be actively encouraged as a future purchase to heat our homes, businesses and public services.  So how does it work and what the benefits of fitting your home with a Dimplex panel heater?

Let’s look at cost implications first of all, water boilers are costly to install, maintain and use through fuel costs.  So as you heat the water, a lot of energy is required to maintain the temperature required to heat your home, unfortunately a lot of the energy in the form of heat produced is actually lost through the flue.  With an electrical system such as the Dimplex panel heater, once it is connected to the electrical supply and switched on, the electricity used is converted directly into heat.  Coupled with the alarming increase in the cost of gas over the past five years and with the cost of electricity increasing less in comparison, it stands to reason that having a Dimplex panel heater in your home is going to be the start of a money and energy saving future.  Another stark advantage of owning the Dimplex panel heater over a water and gas based system is that, unlike a boiler, the electrical system has very few moving parts and as such expensive maintenance is unnecessary but critical for the gas boiler user.  This is echoed in the industry with guarantees for boilers only reaching ten years with electrical ones stretching to fifteen.

There are of course the many advantages to the gas boiler with the level of control being startling nowadays, however the same can now be said of the electrical alternative with many ways of adapting the heat output for your home and business to suit your needs. So it seems for more than one reason it is about time we all started looking in to electrical heating and why not start with the Dimplex panel heater.

To view the Dimplex Panel Heater visit e-tradecounter.co.uk - Dimplex Panel Heaters.

Dimplex panel heaters can heat every room in the house

2. March 2010 09:14
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Whether you are in the office or just at home, ensuring that everyone is warm is an important task. Remaining warm and comfortable can make a huge difference to the mood of a person and feeling too cold may be lead to unproductiveness. Health problems are also a risk from becoming too cold and with the recent snowy weather in the UK, this reason is one that has led to many people wanting additional heaters around the home or workplace. Thankfully, there is a great range of heating products to choose from and the Dimplex panel heater ranks very highly amongst all of these products. No matter the size of room, using one of these units will ensure the room gets and stays warm.

One of the reasons that many people are happy to use and recommend Dimplex is that they are recognised as one of the market leaders in a very competitive industry. Being seen as a market leader usually follows on from developing a long term reputation with good service and reliable products. There are many great Dimplex products available, including the Dimplex panel heater and if you have one of these heaters in your office or workplace, you would see why Dimplex are one of the market leaders in this field.

Although keeping warm is something that is very important to many consumers, so is buying products that complement a room's look and feel. This means that a panel heater that is great at warming the room but doesn’t look so good may not sell as well as one that ticks both boxes. This is not the case with the Dimplex panel heater which is available in a wide variety of styles, finishes and colours. This should mean that no matter the look you have at home, you should be able to find a panel heater that fits in perfectly with your style.

One of the great product designs in the Dimplex panel heater range is the slimline heaters. Everyone knows that finding storage space at home can be difficult and it can be made even harder if the heating panel at home is bulky and takes up valuable space. Having a slimline option can make a massive difference to the amount of room that is being used up without having any detrimental effect on the amount of heat produced. If you have little room but do not want to compromise on heating, this could be the option that is right for you.

Another great thing about these heating panels is that they can be used for all rooms in the house. A stylish panel heater can take pride of place in your living or it can blend in with the household items in your bedroom. A room where it can have a great deal of uses is the bathroom, where it can help warm up those cold mornings. It can be difficult to get out of bed some days and the thought of a cold bathroom is not appealing. A Dimplex panel heater in your bathroom can help put some heat into your little room and make it less of a chore to enter.

To view the Dimplex Panel Heater range visit e-tradecounter.co.uk - Dimplex Panel Heater.

Heatrae Sadia - a respected name in water heating

1. March 2010 09:33
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Heatrae Sadia? What is that? I hear you ask. Well you may be interested to know that Heatrae Sadia are the UK’s largest supplier of electrical water heating devices.  Heatrae Sadia was established over 75 years ago and has built an outstanding reputation for quality of service and supply over this time.  Heatrae Sadia is dedicated to bringing the very latest in technological advancements into a field which is generally considered to be behind the times.  In particular they use a product called Intelliboil™ in their Supreme water boiling product, this actually manages the temperature of the water in the boiler allowing for an extremely efficient and cost effective boiler to be used in households.

When it comes to unvented storage water heaters, the Megaflo has been the market leader for more than two decades; this has been down to the choice of materials used – Duplex stainless steel and a unique thermal air gap system. The advantages of these two mechanisms is that the duplex stainless steel is corrosion proof and so lasts for along time with no need for maintenance of the parts.  Thermal air gaps act a little like warm layers of clothing, thus reducing the loss of heat from the main core by providing a secondary almost heat reflective layer catching the heat as it escapes.

All of this technology and product development means that Heatrae Sadia can provide the consumer with a level of customer service second to none, in fact their products all come with a two year guarantee and some including the multi point small unvented heaters and Titanium immersion heaters have a five year guarantee.  More impressive is the Megaflo cylinder ranges which all have a life time guarantee!

As well as offering top of the range products, Heatrae Sadia offers the customer a level of support which is unbeatable at every stage, so from first enquiries to specification and installation Heatrae Sadia will be with the customer to ensure that there needs are fully met and all requests are attended to and met.  Heatrae Sadia recognises that each customer is making a huge investment and having a heating system in place that they can use with total peace of mind for years to come.  On top of this, after purchase care is widely available and a service will be carried out by a network of engineers.

It’s not just the average home that Heatrae Sadia can cater for, they have the capability to design and fit heating systems in large businesses and should you have a specific need they posses a design service to ensure that you have a totally bespoke service and installation.  There is no need to worry if you don’t really know what you need as they will provide unbiased information on what they can offer and what will work best for your and your budget. 

So there you have it, Heatrae Sadia will provide you with all the heating knowledge and expertise you will need and on top of that ensure that it is a pain free process for many years to come.

You can view the Heatrae Sadia Range on e-tradecounter.co.uk - Heatrae Sadia Range.

Using Tubular Heaters

26. February 2010 10:05
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Using Tubular Heaters

Tubular heaters are perfect for a massive range of applications. However how do you know when it is right to use a tubular heater? Tubular heater are by far the most highly versatile type of heater available on the market today, with a huge range of uses, the tubular heater has a place in every home and office.

Tubular heaters can be found in very obscure and interesting places. Due to the small size but impressive power of tubular heaters they can also be used in very unique applications. One of the most interesting uses of a tubular heater was the use of a series of one foot tubular heaters inside a filtering cupboard to melt honey. By using the tubular heater they could use the small versatile size to bank the heaters inside the cupboard easy and the high power output to melt the honey at a steady pace.

Tubular heaters work by producing a warm blanket of upward rising air; this is the main reason why they are to be used horizontally. Everything over the heater is given the benefit of the constant heat from the tubular heater. This means less heat wasted by been pushed down and it is very easy to position the tubular heater where you need the heat.

One of the most versatile uses of a tubular heater is inside a pool filter. Pool filters can suffer from frost making the pipes and filter break or become un-operational. By using a tubular heater you can maintain the heat and thus the temperature of internal works of the pool filter. Inside an enclosed space the heat reflects of the inside walls filled the space with heat. Inside a small pool filter with an added thermostat this is more than enough to ensure long life and use.

The tubular heaters can also be used to warm a centralised spot. One application of tubular heaters saw them been used under snooker and pool tables. By using s tubular heater the full length of the pool or snooker table they could heat the players around the table and keep the internal workings of the tables in full functional order.

The tubular heaters have also been used in reptile enclosures. With a steady stream of heat and a choice of colours they are perfect for maintaining tropical or reptilian animals. Easy to fit and zero maintenance tubular heaters are ideal for inside an animal enclosure, it is advices however that for animal enclosures you use a cage around the heat for protecting the animal.

Not only reptiles have felt the comfort of the tubular heaters, dog kennels has always been in need of heating for the colder times of year and day. With a cage the tubular heater is perfect for inside the kennel.

The final two most common applications of the tubular heater are inside airing cupboards or to keep away moisture inside the home or office and for inside greenhouses. Tubular heaters are perfect for using inside greenhouses; with their low profile and ease of use they are ideal for any greenhouse.

To buy or view the tubular heater on e-tradecounter.co.uk – Tubular Heaters.

Deltech GU10 Triple High Power LED Lamps

25. February 2010 10:40
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Deltech GU10 LED Lamps

The Deltech Super Triple High Power GU10 LED Light Bulbs are the brightest and most highly advanced LED energy saving bulbs available. The Deltech GU10 Bulb is the leading energy saving bulb using LED technology and super high brightness chips.

What makes the Deltech GU10 Bulbs so advanced is the use of a group of super bright LEDs running of 5 watts of power to produce a 40 watt or 50 watt light output. This effectively makes them the ultimate energy saving LED bulb on the market.

The Deltech GU10 Bulbs are some of the few light bulbs to be class A rated in energy efficiency. What this means is the Deltech GU10 Bulbs are not only the highest rated bulbs available for purchase but they have an extended long life. Tests have reviled that the Deltech GU10 Bulbs not only use a fraction of the energy cost of a halogen bulb but on average they have a lamp life of 30,000 hours, making them perfect for long lamp life and cheaper energy bills.

Part of the massive success of the Deltech GU10 Bulbs is the fact they product a very small amount of heat which helps the bulbs last up to 30 times longer than their halogen equivalents, but it also helps ensure all the energy is been used for producing light and not heating the bulb.

The biggest advantage of the Deltech GU10 Bulbs is the size. With a traditional 50mm diameter they can fit directly in place of your older bulbs, with the added functionality they can be used indoors, outdoors, in spotlights or in downlighters.

With two different models of Deltech GU10 Bulbs available you can go for the mark 5 or mark 7 models. The difference is the mark 5 is designed to replace a 40W halogen and give off a warm white, where as the mark 7 is designed to replay a 50W halogen with a cool white light. Both models have a 38 degree beam angle for the best exposure of light.

One question that always comes up about the Deltech GU10 Bulbs is the difference between the GU10 and the MR16.

The GU10 bulb is designed to run off the normal mains voltage 240V meaning it can be wired into any mains light without any issues, this is perfect for replacing main lights and bulbs around the house. The visible difference is the end connector. The GU10 has two cylindrical fittings on the bottom which connect in like a standard halogen bulb.

The MR16 has two pin like fittings and runs off the low voltage 12V meaning a transformer is required. If you buy MR16 lights you will need a transformer somewhere on the connection, lucky many MR16 complete kits lights have the transformer built in for ease of use.

The Deltech GU10 Bulbs is perfect for replacing bulbs around the house with ease. Depending how bright you need the light in your house you can mix and match mark 5 and mark 7 bulbs, as they both run off the mains without any issues.

To buy the Deltech GU10 Bulbs visit e-tradecounter.co.uk - Deltech GU10 Bulbs.

Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater

24. February 2010 14:00
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110V Consort Claudgen Portable Fan Heater

The Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater (SKU:  PFH15T) is a highly unique heater, design and manufactured by Consort Claudgen. It is not designed to be run off the mains voltage. Instead it is designed to be run off an 110V supply. This makes this portable fan heater perfect for use on a building site or from any 110V outlets.

A highly durable and robust portable fan heater traditionally styled with a steel outer case on the body for long life. It offers highly efficient and thermostatically controlled on the spot heating with a directed airflow for precision heating.

Despite running from a 110 volt power supply the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater does not suffer from any output loss. The total output of the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater is an impressive 1.5kW. Complete with a fully variant thermostat this makes the portable fan heater supreme when it comes to general versatility.

Unlike other portable fan heaters the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater comes complete with frost protection. The frost protection setting ensures the room or space does not drop low enough to become at risk from frost. With its thermostat it can detect the temperature and adjust its heat accordingly.

One feature which is not always as standard is the half heat control. There can be times when you do not the full 1.5kW to be running, wherever that is to save energy or to maintain the heat, the half heat option helps make the heater more versatile and portable.

Consort Claudgen have always been highly safety conscious, the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater comes with an automatic safety cut out. This will cut the heater from the power supply should the risk of overheating become apparent. The power on indicator makes it clear and simple to view when the heater is on a functioning.

The Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater also comes complete with a fan only setting. Designed to spread and circulate the air in a room or space, this makes it perfect for the warmer months when cool air is required.

The Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater is finished in silky beige to not only protects the outer steel case but to add to the design of the portable fan heater. Easy to use and perfect for on the spot practical heating when a 110 volt fan heater is required.

With its small size the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater is ideal for such a vast selection of opportunities with a height of only 110mm, width of 300mm and a depth 190mm, the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater is not only  small in size but still as powerful as a mains powered portable fan heater. It is very important you remember to not plug the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater into the 240 volt mains.

To buy or view the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater visit e-tradecounter.co.uk. Design for use around the building site or anywhere else with access to a 110 volt outlet - Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater.

Different Types Of Heating

23. February 2010 16:03
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Different Types Of Heating

There are many different heaters to choose from, however all heaters falls into four different categories. Each category of heating has its own advantages and disadvantages, it is always important to ensure to choose the correct type of heating for your home or business.

Firstly it is important to understand why the choice of heater can have such an impact. In the end it comes down to not power, but where the heater is and how it is used. For example if you have a large living room or office you do not want a heater that only heats directly in front of it. On the other hand to keep a section of room warm and be economic you do not want a heater which will fill the room with heat.

The first type of heater, the most common, is the convector heater. In a convection heater, the heating element heats the air next to it by conduction. Hot air is less dense than cool air, so it rises due to buoyancy, allowing more cool air to flow in to take its place. This sets up a constant current of hot air that leaves the appliance through vent holes and heats up the surrounding space.

The second type is the radiant heater. Radiant heaters contain a heating element that reaches a high temperature. The element is usually packaged inside a glass envelope resembling a light bulb and with a reflector to direct the energy output away from the body of the heater.

The third type is the storage heaters. A storage heating system takes advantage of cheaper electricity prices, sold during low demand periods such as overnight.

The final type of heating is the A fan heater is a variety of convection heater that includes an electric fan to speed up the airflow. This reduces the thermal resistance between the heating element and the surroundings, allowing heat to be transferred more quickly.

It is possible to have heaters which combine different types of heater together to increase the power for use of a heater. An example would be a storage heater with a boot option; the boost option is normally an extra fan which temperately turns on to boost the heat in the room.

The advantage of having multiple types of heating built into one is the increased versatility. Whereas most heating types have their limitations, by combining heating methods and types you remove restrictions that would normally cost a heater.

You must take into account where the heater will be placed. Heaters that are not in direct view need to spread the warmth in the room and not heat directly. If you choose a high powered heater and misuse how it was indented you can put yourself at risk.

To view all our heaters and different heating types visit e-tradecounter.co.uk or call us on our phone line. It is important to ensure you get the correct heater for your needs. We ensure all the heaters we sell are appropriate and fitted to your needs.

Budget Economic Heaters

22. February 2010 15:04
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Budget Heaters

Electric heating can be expensive, however here at e-tradecounter we aim to provide for all levels of heating, be it for domestic or commercial use.

DeLonghi Curved Fan Heater (SKU: HVE134),
The DeLonghi Fan Heater is a small portable heater designed for on the spot heating around the home or office. Despite the small size the DeLonghi Fan Heater packs a powerful punch at 2.4kW, it also comes with the option to have half heat, which produces 1.2kW. One of the most impressive features is the frost protection. Using the inbuilt thermostat the DeLonghi Fan Heater can turn on when the temperature drops below 5 degree centigrade, this a useful feature due to the damage frost can cause in the colder sessions.

Also with the DeLonghi Fan Heater comes the automatic cut out control. Should the heater ever become covered the DeLonghi Fan Heater will cut out and stop before causing a hazard. Highly economic and complete with a fan function for rotating cool air in the hotter months the DeLonghi Fan Heater has an incredibility low price. To view and buy the DeLonghi Fan Heater visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – DeLonghi Fan Heater.

Dimplex Portable Fan Heater (SKU: DXFF20TS),
The Dimplex Portable Fan Heater Range is a large portable fan heater range from Dimplex. Affordable, economic and backed by a major brand name, the Dimplex Portable Fan Heater is ideal for a wide selection of applications. The range also features heaters with LCD screens to create a greater degree of accuracy when monitoring the heater and temperature.

With its easy to use controls and vast range of features the Dimplex Portable Fan Heater is perfect for around the home. With added features on different models expanding the functionally of these little portable heaters, ranging from 2kW to 3kW you have a heap of options for what suits you. One of the major advantages of the Dimplex Portable Fan Heater over other electrical heaters is the light weight, with all the models under 2kg. To view the Dimplex range of Portable Fan Heaters visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Dimplex Portable Fan Heater.

Dimplex FrostWatcher Convector Heater (SKU: FW600),
Unlike the other heaters this particular model is not the most powerful or the biggest, in fact it is the smallest of the three. This plays to its advantage as it only weighs 1.12kg, making it perfect for taking camping or in a caravan. Designed for low level localised heat, the Dimplex FrostWatcher is design to be placed where you need the heat. Unlike the other models which are designed for heating a room or space the FrostWatcher is design to simply keep away frost.

Designed to be left on for long periods of time and with no moving parts the Dimplex FrostWatcher was made to run all day and run simply heating a selected space, manufactured with safety in mind and fire resistance coating to ensure safety. However unlike the other heaters the Dimplex FrostWatcher has to be wall mounted. This may cause some problems. To view the Dimplex FrostWatcher and for more information visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Dimplex FrostWater Convector Heater.

Consort Claudgen Electric Heated Towel Rails

19. February 2010 09:24
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Consort Claudgen Electric Heated Towel Rails

Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rails are perfect for bathrooms, kitchens and laundries. Unlike other towel rails the Consort Claudgen electric towel rail is designed just to heat the towels or items. This may at first seem a disadvantage, however it is very common to run out of space to hang clothes when drying or where to place the tea towels when not in use.

The Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail solves this problem very simply by doing one job and job only. Unlike other towel rails on the market you may find you need to redesign around the towel rail or even change the heating in the home. The Consort Claudgen electric towel rail is perfect for paying for what you need.

Towel rails can be expensive often they can be over powered, which simply creates a small blanket of warm air and is highly dangerous to touch. The Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail is not over powered as it understands perfectly that it is just for drying items.

With its low cost and simple fitting the Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail has been the ideal solution for home owners and business alike. Cheap to run, cheap to purchase and highly economical with safety in mind, perfect for any environment.

With a range of wattages you can ensure you buy the perfect towel rail for you. Ranging from 30W all the way up to 80W, the 30W Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail compiles with the Department of Health guidelines and has a maximum surface temperature of 43 degrees centigrade. This makes the 30W Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail ideal for retirement homes, hospitals, schools and as well as domestic environments.


With adjustable wall brackets and a fitted cable, the installs of the Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail is quick and simple. Double insulated class II appliance which eliminates the need for supplementary bonding and finished in a crisp white.

In our tests of the Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail we found not only was it very simple to install but it was perfect for day to day use. Often towel heaters need to monitored and kept in check to make sure it is not wasting energy or getting too hot.

We used the Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail 30W in our kitchen, the fitting was fast and simple we then used the towel rail for keeping the tea towel warm and dry. It was perfect for that application, we then ran out of room to dry our clothes so a quick test on the Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail ensured it kept up to its simple ideals.

The Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail was not only a small simple towel rail but it was designed with a purpose, a purpose which it executes on a day to day bases without any issues or complaints.

One of the major selling points of the Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail is the fact it is considerably cheaper than any other towel rail on the market. To buy or view the Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail visit e-tradecounter.co.uk - Consort Claudgen electric heated towel rail.

Linking Dimplex Heaters Together

18. February 2010 10:27
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Linking Dimplex Heaters Together

Linking Dimplex heaters together is a simple and easy exercise. One of the key selling points of the Dimplex range is the flexibility when it comes to connection and linking. One common concern many home and business owners have is how to control all these electronic heaters.

This is where the Dimplex range and manufacturing is years ahead of competitors. Not only is it easy to link all manner of different heaters and styles but it is also ideal for controlling the home or business heating all from one central point.

There are a massive number of ways you can connect different Dimplex heaters. Ranging from wires to wireless, to controllers to master slave set ups. It is quick and easy to link Dimplex heaters together and we hope to open some new options up to you.

Linking Dimplex Heaters Together: Pilot Wire Interface Unit,
What makes this solution so unique is the fact you connect up the heaters via the pilot wire, effectively you daisy chain all the heaters together to the central interface unit. From here you can control via one heater or even link the whole system to a controller. This option gives you more options in the long run however it does take longer to set up. View the Pilot Wire Interface Unit (SKU: RXPWIF).

Linking Dimplex Heaters Together: Mains Borne Signalling (MBS) Receiver Unit,
Mains borne signalling or MBS for short is an amazing solution to controlling the heating around the building. Again every solution has its pros and cons. In this situation the MBS is required for every heater; each heater in the house would need its own one. The solution works by converting MBS into a signal which is transferred down the pilot wire. You can link heaters via the pilot wire which then connects to a MBS receiver unit. View the Mains Borne Signalling (MBS) Receiver Unit (SKU: RX03002).

Linking Dimplex Heaters Together: Radio Transmitter,
The Dimplex Radio Transmitter is a two part set, you need to purchase two different units. One controller and one receiver, the other down side is this is currently only for the Dimplex Towel Rails. However it is still a solution and by far the easier to install and use. The radio waves mean no wires or connections flying around the room. Simple to use and install it is ideal for controlling the Towel Rail via a controller without risking the controller been damaged or been damp in the bathroom. This also means you can link all towel rails to one controller for total control over the bathroom heating. View the Towel Rail Controller - Radio Transmitter (SKU: RFBT).

Linking Dimplex Heaters Together: PIR Occupancy Detector Control,
By far the best automated control, the PIR detects movement and thus turns on the heater. If you have a room of heaters and only need it on during set times when in use, then this is the ideal solution. You can pre program the time, heat and setback temperature. You can have the heater running a set temperature and then increase when the PIR is activated by any kind of moment. This makes it ideal for energy saving and practical application use. View the PIR Occupancy Detector Control (SKU: PX9700).

Dimplex Living Art Display Fan Heater

17. February 2010 11:43
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Dimplex Living Art Display

The Dimplex Living Art Display Unit (LVA191) is a unique solution to contemporary style and warmth. This up market stylish fan heater is a one of a kind art piece mixed in with a powerful quiet fan heater. With 8 different moving and smothering scenes not only do you have an ever changing heater but a feature of the room.

Wall mounted with a TFT display in landscape format, the Dimplex LVA191 is ideal for a room requiring a centre piece. With its range of visual displays and a choice of audio playback the Dimplex LVA191 is perfect for setting the scene and keeping it warm. All the movies and audio playback is all stored on a highly compact flash card which comes with the fan heater.

A selection of visual scenes include the four season, a roaring log, a cosy coal fire, a dying embers log fire and a soothing aquarium. With the fan heater finished in black the stylish design and visual audio scenes creates a whole new atmosphere.

However you are given total control over the Dimplex LVA191, with onboard controls and a remote control for flexibility. You can adjust the volume, change the picture and the heating. With the twin fan heater you get the benefit of different levels of power. The maximum power is 1.2kW, meaning you will never have to worry about over heating a room, avoiding the damages that can effect wallpaper, other items and features in a room.

With a height of 440mm, width of 690mm and a depth of only 70mm the Dimplex LVA191 Living Art Display is ideal for fitting in a living room, dining room or rooms of comfort and relaxation.  With unparalleled design and style the Dimplex LVA191 is ideal for around the modern home.

In our tests we found that the Dimplex LVA191 Living Art Display was heavy and had to be wall mounted. This may pose an issue for the elderly or anyone that wishes to move the heater. However it was designed as an art piece to be kept in one place. The control over the Dimplex LVA191 was fantastic; it was easy to change any of settings via the remote control or even on the inbuilt controls.

The one issue with all fan heaters is the noise they make due to the moving fan part, we had worries over the fact the Dimplex LVA191 has two twin fans that the noise would be very noticeable. We were surprised by the super quiet running of the fans. However if you do turn off the audio you can hear the hum of the fans when close by. It is suggested for the best effect of this heater to have some soft background noise, with the inbuilt speakers this is easy to achieve.

Another key point was the low 1.2kW output. The heater was powerful for a small sized standard room in a house or flat. However in a conservatory or un-insulated area the heater will suffer from heat loss.

To buy the Dimplex LVA191 Living Art Display visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Dimplex LVA191 Living Art.

DeLonghi Pinguino W130A Portable Air Conditioner

16. February 2010 09:21
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The DeLonghi Pinguino W130A Portable Air Conditioner is the ideal solution for indoor water based air conditioning. The Pinguino W130A comes with a LCD IR remote control for total flexibility when it comes to controlling the air conditioner.

The DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner has an inbuilt wide blue LCD on board display for quick readings. With a massive cooling capacity of 35 c/80 percent RH outdoor, with a selection of functions the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner is perfect for a wide selection of applications.

With a cool function the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner can have an air function of 9,000 Btu/hr (2640W). Another function is the supercool function, with a water function of 11,000 Btu/hr (3,220W). The final function is the turbo power function with a Btu/hr of 13,000 (3810W).

There is also water save function which extends the use of the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner to 12 hours on water. With auto and sleep functions the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner can be independent and run without human interaction.

Designed for rooms up to 120m cubed the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner is ideal for a factory floor or on half power in a large office. The DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner is the perfect investment for any business due to the flexibility of the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner.

With a separated dehumidifying function the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner is perfect for all weather conditions. With 24 hours digital timer the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner has proved it can be independent of any interaction.

The DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner comes complete with Biosilver Tech System, which is ideal for high performance, a 3m electrostatic filter and purifier with silver ions and ionizer.

Fill the internal 14L tank in the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner or use the inbuilt tube. The refrigerant gas is R410A. With a height of 910mm, width of 570mm and depth of 460mm.

In our tests of the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner we found it was perfect for speedy air conditioning. Designed to last and be independent of human interaction the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner is perfect as a fit and forget option. On the large factory floor we put the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner to the test. Fitted via the tube to the water supplier and all the timers and functions set we left the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner to work away.

We were surprised by the almost imitate cooling sensation that spread the room. It was perfect for the large factory floor and cooled even the rooms and compartments around the building.

The fitting was the most complex part. If you do intend to fit via the tube you will require a trained professional. However running of the internal tank is ideal for office use. With almost silent operation the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner is perfect for work environment.

The DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner is the leading DeLonghi air conditioner on the market today. With a competitive price the DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner can be purchased from e-tradecounter.co.uk visit to buy - DeLonghi Pinguino Air Conditioner.

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11. February 2010 10:34
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Consort Claudgen PHP Plinth Kickspace Heater

11. February 2010 09:19
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Consort Claudgen PHP Plinth Kickspace Heater

The Consort Claudgen PHP plinth heater is the ideal solution for heating where space is at a premium. Discreet yet effective, the Consort Claudgen plinth heater is cleverly concealed in the ‘kick space’ beneath counters, displays, kitchen units, stairwells and fitted furniture.

With a versatile size and power the Consort Claudgen plinth heater can be used in both commercial and domestic environments. With a kick space height of only 100mm required the Consort Claudgen plinth heater is ideal for a tight fit with its slimline design.

With a range of power outputs the Consort Claudgen plinth is ideal for a variety of applications. With an option between 2kW and 3kW you can adjust the Consort Claudgen plinth for your own needs. By having an assortment of power outputs you can be sure you do not over pay for a plinth heater which is too powerful for your need. Both outputs of plinth can be set on a range of kilowatts, the 2kW have a choice between a 1kW and a 2kW setting where as the 3kW model have the full selection of 1kW, 2kW and 3kW.

The Consort Claudgen plinth heater also has a wide selection of front finish, a massive selection between brown, white, black, stainless steel and gilt, to which are available to both 2kW and 3kW models.

Unlike other electrical plinth heaters then Consort Claudgen PHP plinth heater has two different control types. You can have a wireless controlled model or a manual / standard controlled model, the wireless control model does require the CZC1 controller, which must be purchased separately. The wireless control choice does increase the range of options that are open to you, not only can you control temperature to a highly accurate degree but you can also set times of day for the heater to turn on. The biggest advantage of having a wirelessly controlled Consort Claudgen model is all wireless Consort Claudgen products work from the same wave length, effectively meaning you can control all the heaters in your home or business from one central controller with easy and precision accuracy.

Many plinth heaters designed today are made only for the winter months, however the Consort Claudgen PHP plinth heater comes complete with a fan only setting for circulating warm air, and this stops air becoming stale and keeps a room cool.

With an automatic cut out and 1.8 meters of cable the Consort Claudgen PHP plinth heater is easy to install and safe to run. In our tests of the Consort Claudgen plinth heaters we found the installation to be quick and seamless, as always connecting the wireless model to a wireless controller has always been a pleasant and simple procedure with any Consort Claudgen product.

The range of power outputs made it easy to control the temperature in the room. When using the wireless controller we were able to regulate the temperature throughout the entire building with ease. We would highly recommend the Consort Claudgen wireless plinth heater and controller for its ease of use and range of features.

To buy the Consort Claudgen PHP Plinth Heater visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Consort Claudgen Plinth Heater.


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