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Huge Monday night event sets the stage for a week of industry collaborations at InstallerSHOW 2026

The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) has revealed plans for its biggest ever member-only event taking place on the eve of InstallerSHOW 2026.

Being held in the Lake Lounge at Birmingham NEC, the Monday night event will see heating installers and plumbers join visitors from the World Plumbing Council - who are in the UK for their conference - and the media for a celebration evening of networking, from 7pm until late, in the 140-capacity room.

Only installers and plumbers who are CIPHE members can sign up to register interest for the event here.

Kevin Wellman, Chief Executive Officer at the CIPHE, explains: “We’ve run our popular Monday night event for the past two years, and this year took the decision to expand it as a precursor to the show. I’d like to thank Danfoss Climate Solutions, Marsh Commercial, Altecnic and Lawton Tubes for sponsoring the event as without their generous support events like this aren’t possible. 

“For many of CIPHE’s heating installers and plumbers, it’ll be the first time they have seen each other since last year’s show, so we’re really looking forward to re-connecting with everyone. It’s going to be a real celebration for our members.”

Not currently a member of CIPHE but want to join the party? Join today so you don’t miss out!

he event, the CIPHE will gift a 12-month individual membership in each sponsor’s name to a plumbing or heating professional, apprentice, or student. This ensures each sponsor’s support delivers lasting impact beyond the event itself - directly contributing to skills development, professional standards, and the future of the industry.

If you’re an Industrial Associate and would like to join the sponsors and secure your attendance in the room, please contact Alanna at the CIPHE via membership@ciphe.org.uk

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About CIPHE

Founded in 1906, the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) is the professional body for the UK plumbing and heating industry. It was set up to raise professional standards within the industry, provide technical support to installers and manufacturers, and protect consumers. Its membership is made up of individuals, practitioners, consultants, specifiers, designers, public health engineers, lecturers, trainers and trainees.

The institute’s vision is to create technical excellence through which the public will receive the benefit of a protected environment and enhanced sustainability together with improved safety and health through the provision of correctly installed, commissioned, maintained and decommissioned plumbing and heating systems.

The CIPHE was incorporated by the Royal Charter on 12 February 2008. It is a registered educational charity and obtained charitable status in 1979. The Institute is governed by its Royal Charter and Bye-Laws. The Bye-Laws and Regulations are under constant review and were last updated in June 2025, and future amendments will be carried out when necessary.

For further information please visit Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering | CIPHE