Domestic boilers and the SEDBUK efficiency scale

The SEDBUK (Seasonal Efficiency of Domestic Boilers in the UK) is a method of calculating the seasonal efficiency of central heating boilers. The SEDBUK scale has been developed and agreed with current boiler manufacturers.

The purpose of the SEDBUK scale is to identify the differences in efficiency between different boilers in such a way that they are recognised and treated fairly in the Government's Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for the energy rating of dwellings.

To simplify the assessment SEDBUK ratings vary from A to G, A-rated boilers are the most efficient and G-rated the least efficient. Only A rated boilers, having efficiencies of over 90%, carry the energy saving recommended logo.

So be sure to ask our Heatforce sales staff about the energy efficiency of the boilers you choose for your home. Remember the purchase price is paid once, heating costs are paid every year, fuel savings afforded by choosing energy efficient boilers will pay dividends year after year.

Worcester Bosch boilers

Worcester Bosch is a name long associated with outstanding performance, reliability and value for money boilers. Today’s condensing boilers are easily the most efficient that current technology can produce, and Worcester Greenstar boilers have a top-band ‘A’ rating, making them among the most energy efficient domestic central heating boilers available.

Worcester is also providing further significant energy-saving and environmental benefits through the introduction of a range of renewable technology products for UK homes in the form of Worcester Greenskies solar water heating and Worcester Greenstore ground source heat pumps.

When you install a new Worcester Greenstar condensing regular or system boiler, as an accredited Worcester installer we can offer you the option of heating your water with Greenskies solar panels, by installing this system at the same time.

Key features of the Worcester range of boilers include:

• Combination central heating and hot water supply
• Ideal for power shower installations
• Economical running costs
• Variety of flue options
• Easy to control
• Compact boiler designs
• Built in frost thermostat
• Electronic ignition
• 12 month warranty

Worcester Bosch boiler models available from Heatforce include:

• Danesmoor Conventional Flue Kitchen Range: 12/14CF, 15/19CF, 20/25CF, 26/32CF, 32/50CF, 50/70CF.
• Danesmoor Front Servicing Dual Flue Kitchen Range: FS 12/18, FS 18/25.
• Danesmoor Conventional Flue System Boiler Range: 12/14CF, 15/19CF, 20/25CF
• Danesmoor Conventional Flue Utility Range: 12/14RS, 15/19RS, 20/25RS, 26/32RS.

Baxi boilers

The Baxi product range offers a superb range of energy efficient central heating boilers, hot water heating and hot water storage units.

Baxi boilers meet and exceed latest European standards in safety, energy efficiency, emissions and water bylaws and the wide range of models can cope with the most exacting heating and hot water needs.

BAXI boiler models available from Heatforce include:

• Baxi Combi 80
• Baxi Combi 105e
• Baxi Maxflow
• High Efficiency Products
• Baxi Combi 130HE

Ideal boilers

Excellent performance, reliability and ease of installation are trademarks of the Ideal combination boiler. With its minimal components and slimline construction the unit can be sited almost anywhere - even in a standard kitchen cupboard, with no additional compartment ventilation required.

Ideal combi boilers are manufactured with a range of advanced features including self-adjusting features for easy set-up and alpha-numeric diagnostic readouts, giving coded appliance status. In addition, Ideal boilers provide excellent performance and efficiency enabling attractive savings to homeowner energy bills.

Ideal boiler models available from Heatforce include:

• HE12, HE15, HE18, HE24, HE35
• High Efficiency range Istor HE 260, Istor HE 325

Chaffoteaux & Maury boilers

If you don't have a heavy demand for hot water in your home but like the idea of having an endless supply of hot water available on tap, take a look at the Chaffoteaux & Maury combination boilers range.

If you don't make frequent and simultaneous use of sinks, showers, baths, washing machines and dishwashers, the Chaffoteaux & Maury combination boiler range could be just what you need. The combination boiler heats water instantaneously as you turn on a tap. This helps save on fuel and helps save on space as you don't need a cylinder to store hot water until it's needed. If you do demand lots of hot water then the Chaffoteaux & Maury Britony System II Plus will provide more than adequate performance.

Chaffoteaux & Maury boiler models available from Heatforce include:

• Minima MX2, Britony Combi SE, Calydra Comfort, Calydra Green, Centora Green, Britony System II, Britony System II Plus

Glow-worm boilers

Glow-worm have been providing UK homes with heating and hot water systems since 1934. Total reliability, ease of use and simple installation are all benchmarks of a Glow-worm boiler. Manufacturing a wide range of uncomplicated appliances that suit the design of UK houses and support the demands of modern lifestyles the Glow-worm range currently includes open vent boilers, system boilers, system store boilers and a wide range of accessories.

High efficiency Glow-worm boiler models available from Heatforce include:

• 30sxi - 30 kW Condensing System Boiler
• 18hxi & 30hxi - 18 & 30 kW Condensing Heating Only Boilers
• 24cxi, 30cxi & 38cxi - 24, 30, 38 kW Condensing Combi Boilers

High performance Glow-worm combi boilers available from Heatforce include:

• 30ci plus High Performance Combi Boiler
• Xtramax - 28kW Storage Combi Boiler
• Xtrafast - 96 & 120 Combi Boiler

Glow-worm combination boilers available from Heatforce include:

• 24ci - 24kW Combi Boiler
• 30ci - 30kW Combi Boiler
• 35ci - 35kW Combi Boiler

Glow-worm system boilers available from Heatforce include:

• 18si - 18kW System Boiler
• 30si - 30kW System Boiler

Glow-worm cast iron boilers available from Heatforce include:

• Micron - 9 / 35kW Heating Only Boilers
• Ultimate - 9 / 35kW Heating Only Boilers

Glow-worm high efficiency boilers available from Heatforce include:

• Floor Standing Boilers
• Hideaway B FF - Balanced Fanned Flue Boiler
• Hideaway C FF - Chimney Fanned Flue Boiler

Glow-worm back boilers & firefronts available from Heatforce include:

• 445/4 & 54/4
• Firefronts for BBU4 - Live Fuel Effect
• Firefronts for BBU4 - Inset Live Fuel Effect
• Firefronts for BBU4 - Radiant

Potterton boilers

The Potterton range of gas fired central heating boilers combine sleek lines with well proven engineering. Robust technology has been incorporated to combine boiler efficiency with long term reliability. Sophisticated on-board electronic systems monitor boiler performance and provide instant diagnostics.

The Potterton Profile L boilers offer a proven solution for applications where a wall mounted cast iron boiler is required for a wide range of outputs. Its proven design and up-to-the-minute fanned flue technology provide a reliable solution every time, particularly in potentially troublesome replacement applications on older systems.

The Potterton Kingfisher Mf L fanned flue boilers comply with the strictest building regulations, all models are floor standing and are compact in size, just 290mm wide.

A range of oil boilers are also available from Potterton for superb performance, reliability and ease of installation

Potterton boilers available from Heatforce include:

• Performa 24, Performa 28, and Performa 28i
• Kingfisher Mf L
• Oil Boilers

Vaillant boilers

In response to fuel efficiency and environmental issues Vaillant boilers have developed the ecoMAX high efficiency boiler ranges. As the name suggests, fuel efficiency and fuel economy are key to the ecoMAX Vaillant boilers success. The range of ecoMAX Vaillant combination system boilers make use of the latest energy saving technology to deliver outstanding efficiency and low emissions.

Vaillant boilers available from Heatforce include:

• ecoMAX combi 824E, 828E, 835E,
• Condensing System boilers 613E, 618E and 622E.

Ferroli boilers

Ferroli's range of wall-hanging, gas powered domestic boilers offer an extensive choice of products including high efficiency condensing boilers, combination boilers, system boilers, standard and cast iron models. With over 50 years experience of domestic gas boiler innovation and quality are guaranteed.

Key features include:

• 5.5-29.3kw power outputs
• Wall hung, gas fired boiler designs
• 1 year guarantee
• Cast iron, lightweight design
• Electronic ignition
• Concealed rear fanned flue
• Flexible installation
• Sedbuk rating D
• Ideal for pumped hot water and central heating.

Ferroli boilers available from Heatforce include:

• Sigma 20/40, Sigma 40/60, Sigma 60/100

Saunier Duval boilers

Saunier Duval have used their many years of high efficiency boiler experience throughout Europe to bring a tried and tested product to the UK. The Saunier Duval EnviroPlus condensing combi and system boilers are the perfect answer to environmentally friendly boiler designs. With incredibly efficient hot water performance saving energy, not to mention money too, a Saunier Duval boiler will not disappoint.

Models available: The EnviroPlus range at last gives the installer and consumer a SEDBUK 'A' rated appliance that is easy to install, maintain and use and comes with the added bonus of a 2- year warranty.

Trianco boilers

Solid fuel has never been so simple and convenient to use than with Trianco's range of gravity fed boilers. The controls are easy to reach and operate and what's more, topping up with Anthracite and removing residual ash and clinker takes very little time and effort.

The Trianco range has been designed to match the depth of all modern kitchen units and to offer clean and quiet running. Trianco offer a choice of four models with heat outputs ranging from 45,000 to 100,000 Btu/h (13.2 kW to 29kW).

Key features include:

• Built in fan to boost heat output on demand
• Readily accessible controls from front and top
• Easy-to-fill hopper holds enough fuel for 14 hours continuous burn
• Stylish white enamel casing with two-tone grey fascia panel
• Designed for conventional Class 1 flue system
• Easy to clean and operate
• Easy to install and maintain