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Join CIBSE for the opening InstallerSHOW keynote. This session will Reframe ‘performance’ beyond compliance and set the tone for the unmissable 3 days of the event.
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Join Vaillant and Glow-worm, sponsors of the InstallerPLAZA, to kick off the InstallerSHOW. Find out more about the new products, celebs, awards, debates, parties and everything to look out for that d …Speakers
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In 2025, Dean Franklin was crowned as winner of the BBC's iconic The Apprentice competition. 18 ambitious entrepreneurs were put through their paces by Lord Sugar in a bid to land a life-changing £250 …
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Join this session for a comprehensive look at heat pump technology deployment in UK non-domestic buildings. Covers latest developments in efficiency, refrigerants, hybrid solutions, and practical inst …
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To cover: Efficient first fix / second fix sequencing Tool selection for site conditions Reducing wasted trips to merchants
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InstallerSHOW has teamed up with Open Energy Monitor for this discussion with some of the best heat pump engineers in the UK. Heatpumpmonitor.org is a fantastic resource which tracks the performance o …
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England and Wales face an urgent water shortfall, with an estimated deficit of nearly 5 billion litres per day in England by 2055. To help address this challenge, Ofwat established a £100 million Wate …
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This session will give a critical examination of refrigerant regulations, F-Gas compliance, and transition strategies to low-GWP alternatives. Covers practical implications for installers including re …
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Join Steve Humphreys, Technical Commercial Manager at NAPIT to take a deep dive into how Solar PV systems must be maintained during their lifespan. This seminar will also look at simple and practical …Speakers
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …
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Discover how the trades can use video marketing to grow their business. The types of videos that attract customers – from before-and-after transformations to quick how-to tips. Simple ways to film and …Speakers
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This presentation will explore the 2026 amendment to BS 7671 – the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations, focusing on key changes to installation standards and their practical implications for electrical co …
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Something exciting is coming from Glow-worm. Keep your eyes peeled and join us on stage to find out more.
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Get real-world insights from universities tackling decarbonisation across diverse estate portfolios. Explores strategies for managing historic buildings, student accommodation, laboratories, and sport …
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How can manufacturers and brands get the most out of interacting with tradespeople on social media? What's the best type of content to publish? Is there a platform that the trades like more than other …
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Join Darren Crannis and Curtis Jones, Technical Managers at ECA, the leading trade body for electrical contractors, for an in-depth presentation on Amendment 4 to the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regula …
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Discover how to use Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD IT) to fully digitalise your trade business and set it up for growth. Using this year's updates to tax reporting as a launchpad to modernise …Speakers
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In this session, NICEIC will break down how the Experienced Worker Assessment (EWA) can provide formal recognition of your existing skills. We’ll look at the EWA eligibility criteria, what the assess …
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Hear from the MCS team about the latest updates on the redeveloped Installer Scheme, designed to raise standards across the small-scale renewables sector. This session will walk installers through the …
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Join this session to find out how to integrate net zero carbon principles into electrical system design and operation. We will cover renewable integration, demand management, energy storage, smart con …
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The JIB and ECS help raise standards within the electrotechnical sector and lead on future developments of competency frameworks. This session outlines how the JIB and ECS help the industry, companies …
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …Speakers
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What next after the 'air fryer generation'? To cover: How are customer expectations changing from a kitchen to prepare and cook food in, into health and wellness centres. How installers can handle an …Chairperson
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Taking the leap from working alone to employing staff. When to make your first hire – the financial and workload signals that it's time. Managing people for the first time: culture, expectations and a …
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Mark Allison will explore what electrical contractors need to know when entering the solar PV and battery storage sector. It begins by outlining the essential training and accreditations required to w …
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Join some of our favourite installers for a unique look into the real goings on in the industry. This panel is full of those working on the front line every day, around the country on a variety of different jobs and projects. What has the industry been like in the last 12 months, what is the outlook for 2026, and how would they like to see the direction of travel?
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This session looks at the practical applications of electric boilers in commercial and institutional buildings. We will look at technology options, efficiency considerations, electrical infrastructure …
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …
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Don’t miss our live panel Q&A with real tradespeople as we dive into Howdens Business Builder. The trade‑first toolkit packed with practical advice, ready‑to‑use resources, and support to help your bu …Chairperson
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Why specialising can make your business stronger. The benefits of focusing on a specialist area such as renewables, bathrooms or smart homes. How to spot profitable niches in your local market. Market …
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The demands on UK electrical contractors are constantly evolving. Emerging technologies, new equipment and changing regulations all shape the challenges faced by the industry today. Megger is committe …
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Join Polypipe Building Products as they announce the next PolyPlumb Enhanced Ambassadors for 2026. They’ll also be catching up with 2025 ambassadors Meg Francis and Daisy Turner to hear first-hand how …
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Join Ed Morris - Technical Manager at Altecnic - for a comprehensive look at heat networks and HIU installation in UK buildings. We will cover system design, metering requirements, commissioning procedures, common issues, and maintaining system performance. This is essential for installers working on district heating schemes.
Key Takeaways: Understanding of heat network principles and HIU technology - Knowledge of metering and billing requirements - Commissioning best practices and troubleshooting - Performance monitoring and maintenance strategies.
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A conversational panel for plumbing & heating business owners. What you'll learn: What the skills gap really means for plumbing & heating businesses Why small firms and sole traders are feeling the im …
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This session will cover: the growing role of heritage skills in retrofit, restoration and sustainable construction the risks of losing specialist skills – and what’s being done to address it career op …
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To cover: Late deliveries Builders and other trades overrunning Fewer disputes and managing expectations
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This session looks at how decorators can turn everyday jobs into powerful marketing content. What kinds of posts attract attention and generate enquiries. Simple ways to photograph and film your work …Speakers
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Join us to round off the first day of InstallerSHOW 2026 with a celebration of women in the industry. We'll hear first-hand experiences from voices in trades who will discuss updates, challenges and o …Speakers
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Join Vaillant and Glow-worm, sponsors of the InstallerPLAZA, to kick off the InstallerSHOW. Find out more about the new products, celebs, awards, debates, parties and everything to look out for that d …Speakers
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Heavy Metal Ryan Searle is an English professional darts player ranked world number twelve. He's won seven PDC ranking titles in Players Championship events, and reached the semi-finals of the PDC Wor …Speakers
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Navigate the post-Grenfell regulatory landscape including Building Safety Act, Golden Thread requirements, fire safety responsibilities, and CDM duties. Visitors to this session will understand compli …
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Join Steve Humphreys, Technical Commercial Manager at NAPIT to take a look at how designers and installers can ensure battery storage systems are installed safely and are compliant with UK Regulations …Speakers
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …
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To cover: What retailers want from installers How to present yourself professionally Protecting your reputation and workload Contracts, retention & payment termsChairperson
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Building the next generation while strengthening your business. Finding the right apprentice: recruitment tips and what to look for beyond qualifications. Training, mentoring and retention – turning a …
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Ruth Devine will outline the latest developments in the national skills and competence landscape and explore what shifting government policy and priorities could mean for the electrotechnical sector. …
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Join Nathan van Gambling for a live edition of the popular BetaTalk podcast. In 2026, Nathan launched the Guild of Master Heat Engineers, a peer-assessed network of the very best heating engineers in …
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Learn how to protect building occupants through effective Legionella control, water treatment, and system design. This session will also Explore HSG 274 compliance, temperature management, corrosion p …
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This session will cover: how social media is transforming the way traditional skills are shared, celebrated and preserved how tradespeople and craftspeople are building audiences and reputations onlin …
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Charging properly for your skills and time. Calculating your true costs — materials, overheads, labour and downtime. Avoiding under-pricing and competing only on price. Presenting quotes professionall …Speakers
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A more electric and digital world is key to addressing the climate crisis. David Williams explains how building the new electric world means providing smart energy everywhere in our homes, buildings, …
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Installers and homeowners are being warned being warned that some radiators on the UK market are being advertised with exaggerated heating claims, leading to overstated heat outputs that could leave h …Speakers
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Join Sam Donaghy, Head of Technical Advice and Practice and Daniel Yeates, Energy Efficiency Scheme manager at the NICEIC for a look at Electrical Energy Storage Systems. As the nation grapples with s …Speakers
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Find out how to advance careers through professional registration, installer scheme compliance, and continuous development. Understand more about the CIBSE accreditation pathways, Gas Safe and MCS req …
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …
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Join us for this first ever LIVE edition of The Talking Tradesman Podcast.
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Graeme Shaw explores how sustainable lighting solutions can reduce environmental impact while enhancing visual comfort and energy performance. He will examine the shift toward circular design, efficie …
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Join industry experts for a discussion on the opportunities in the solar PV and battery storage markets, exploring how the technologies can work together. The panel will unpack market trends, availabl …
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Visit us at 1pm to find out who will join the line-up of Legends as the Heating Installer Awards presents the winner for Year 11 of the awards. Also being announced are the 2026 winners of the Best HV …
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Find out how to ensure electrical safety in modern building services. Master BS 7671 18th Edition updates, EV charging installation requirements, cybersecurity for smart controls, and electrical integ …
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …
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Who are the women shaping the next generation? To cover: How the sector is appealing to women and retaining them and what the installation industry could learn How to encourage the next generation an …Chairperson
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Hear from the campaigners about the latest achievements and also find out how to get involved and make a difference in your local area.
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Andrew Skelton will explore what electrical contractors need to consider in relation to uninterruptible power supply (UPS) installations. His insightful, accessible presentation will cover the differe …
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Join us to find out more about the latest in heat pump technology.
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Join us for a live edition of the popular Renewables Podcast, by Mark Allison and Sam Featherstone. The pod focusses on everything you ever wanted to know about renewables, solar power, heat'pumps'and …
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Deliver systems that work from day one. Apply CIBSE Code A commissioning principles, Soft Landings methodology, performance testing procedures, and create usable O&M documentation. Bridge design inten …
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …
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Don’t miss our live panel Q&A with real tradespeople as we dive into Howdens Business Builder. The trade‑first toolkit packed with practical advice, ready‑to‑use resources, and support to help your bu …Chairperson
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Exploring how the trades are using platforms like Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn to turn everyday projects into new business opportunities. Which platforms work best for tradespeople – and how to choo …
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The Building Safety Act has placed increasing responsibilities on those involved in the design, construction and management of all new, refurbished or extended buildings following the Grenfell Fire tr …Speakers
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Heat pumps will no doubt play a big role in the future of UK heating, but have we created an industry where heat pump enthusiasts are speaking to heat pump enthusiasts? How can we get ordinary members …
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Learn how to prevent accidents and incidents through effective site safety management. Understand risk assessment methodologies, working at height regulations, asbestos awareness, and learning from in …
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To cover: How installers can maximise the tools available from manufacturers to make jobs smoother and more profitable, including measuring, planning and designChairperson
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Always a highlight of the InstallerSHOW, join us for late closing and a party on the PLAZA. Brought to you in partnership with Vaillant and Glow-worm, expect live music, unmissable entertainment, refr …Speakers
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Join Vaillant and Glow-worm, sponsors of the InstallerPLAZA, to kick off the InstallerSHOW. Find out more about the new products, celebs, awards, debates, parties and everything to look out for that d …Speakers
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Join us for a live appearance from Lewis Williams - Commonwealth Games Boxing Heavyweight Champion. Find out more about Lewis's quest hunt for a professional title, having signed with Queensberry Prom …
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Understand UK net zero policy, carbon reduction hierarchies, and regulatory drivers, learn strategic positioning for contractors, identify emerging opportunities, and develop business plans aligned wi …
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …
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To cover: Social tools, from Google Business to Facebook groups Using before/after photos legally and effectively What homeowners actually search for Laura Mashiter (Refresh), Gavin Tutton, Emily Kitc …
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How tradespeople can stand out in a crowded market. Why branding matters even for small local trade businesses. Social media, vans, uniforms and websites – turning everyday visibility into marketing. …
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The future of UK heating is set to be guided by a strategic shift away from fossil fuels toward a low-carbon, electrified system that helps meet the nation's 2050 net-zero target. Central to this tra …
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Join us to celebrate the achievements of the winners from the HIP Learner of the Year, SPARKS Learner of the Year, HIP Female Skills Competition, SPARKS Female Skills Competition, BTX Painting and Dec …Speakers
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The International Plumbers Network (IPN) is a new global movement dedicated to inspiring the next generation of plumbing professionals through powerful storytelling, education, and community-building. …
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Find out how to design, install, and commission heat pump systems that deliver promised performance. Understand sizing methodologies, system configurations, hybrid solutions, heat networks, and hydrog …
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Careers in the trade are increasingly starting to be seen as the way forward – but what do Gen Z really think about joining the trade? Has the rise of influencers in the trade shifted perceptions for …
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Getting ventilation installations right is essential to avoid issues from damp, mould and poor indoor air quality to resident health problems and costly reputational damage for installers. In this ses …
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G3 of the building regulations looks at hot water supply and systems. With more heat pump systems being installed in UK, hot water cylinders and storage are seeing a rise in popularity. Plus advances …
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Navigate PAS 2035 standards and whole house retrofit methodology. Balance fabric improvements with ventilation requirements, prevent retrofit risks, and optimize energy efficiency through smart contro …
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Find out more about how Vaillant is supporting installers looking to fit renewables.
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …
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Thermal Energy Storage Systems are growing in popularity, providing opportunities for heating engineers, plumbers and electricians to expand their offerings. In 2026, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme will b …
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The right tools can dramatically speed up work while improving the final result. From sanding systems to dust extraction and spray equipment, this session explores the gear decorators swear by to boos …
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Installers will learn about the electrical characteristics of heat pump inverters and gain an understanding of how residual current devices (RCDs) operate in the presence of DC components. They will a …
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Find out how to design integrated renewable energy systems combining solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging. Understand system sizing, grid connections, smart controls, and future-proofing electri …
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Join Steve Humphreys and Andrew Duffen from NAPIT to take a look at a variety of outcomes for observations found during periodic inspections. This seminar includes interactive audience participation t …
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Ever wondered how to turn your time on the tools into paid gigs with brands? This session shows you how to get noticed, pitch yourself, and create content that works. Packed with practical tips for tr …
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To cover: Trends in UK kitchen design & materials Sustainability and regulations Changing customer expectationsChairpersonSpeakers
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From last-minute changes to unclear expectations, managing the customer relationship is just as important as delivering great work. Setting clear expectations from the first quote to final handover. H …
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Experts from MCS will lead this discussion on the latest developments in the battery storage sector - from certification to products - that are supporting a growing industry. The panel will look at ho …
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Heat pumps are a key technology in the Government's decarbonisation plans. The Warm Homes Plan state the aim to install more than 450,000 annual heat pumps installations by 2030, in new homes and retr …
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Find out how to develop tomorrow's talent through apprenticeships and upskilling programs. Learn heat pump training pathways, diversity recruitment strategies, and mental health support. Build inclusi …
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The Judi Awards are back! After a successful launch last year, which saw Rachael Wragg, Steve Gray and Luke Thomson winning Judis, the awards will once again recognise creators who inspire, educate, a …
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Throughout InstallerSHOW, some of social media's best known tradespeople will be sharing their top picks of tools and products this year. They'll be talking about their must-have tools on site, the un …
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Don’t miss our live panel Q&A with real tradespeople as we dive into Howdens Business Builder. The trade‑first toolkit packed with practical advice, ready‑to‑use resources, and support to help your bu …Chairperson
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In 2026, InstallerSHOW launched the FUTURES trail, offering a bespoke experience for students, learners and apprentices, guiding them around the event to meet leading brands and discover real career o …
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Join us for this Inspiring conclusion bringing together themes from all three days. Panel of industry leaders discuss the future of building services, installer professionalism, emerging technologies, …
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Join us as we celebrate competitors from the WorldSkills UK RACHP Regional Qualifiers, delivered by BESA in collaboration with Industry Partners. After three days of live competition at the show, this …