Solar

Anglian Building Products (ABP), the UK’s leading manufacturer and installer of windows and doors for social housing, has announced the launch of its new solar installation service, Solar Solutions by ABP.

One of the most exciting new product launches in its recent history, ABP is now officially partnering with clients to deliver solar solutions alongside their existing windows and doors offering.

With solar PV installations continuing to accelerate, Kevin Taylor, Training and Technical Support Manager 
at Marley, says that tenant safety is the key factor for every social housing solar PV project.

The recently announced Warm Homes Plan represents a major opportunity to accelerate improvements in the energy efficiency of UK homes, including across the social housing sector.

With significant funding now confirmed, housing associations have the financial firepower to fast-track retrofit programmes that support tenants, cut carbon and deliver long-term value through solutions such as heat pumps, insulation and solar PV.

Roofing, and particularly the installation of solar panels, has been highlighted as a key contributor to effective energy-efficiency upgrades. As Daniel Redfern, Head of Marketing Communications at Marley, explains, success will depend not only on funding, but on selecting quality products and building a skilled, resilient workforce capable of delivering at scale.

Marley has launched a new Technical Tools platform, providing architects and specifiers with a faster, clearer, and more transparent route to roofing specification.

Housing associations can strengthen their supply chain by partnering with roof system manufacturers who go further.

The provision of proven product systems, a wide-ranging product portfolio and accessible technical support are roof manufacturing ‘must haves’. It helps the housing association sector balance cost, efficiency and sustainability considerations when it comes to developing low carbon, energy efficient homes for tenants.

Imparting best practice specification, encouraging design skills and sharing essential product knowledge so the next generation of professionals deliver well designed, warm and sustainable future homes for the housing association sector, highlights the importance of manufacturers taking a wider view.

Access to local investment funding has enabled Cornwall based housing providers to access financial and sustainability benefits, leading to the use of Marley’s full roof system with integrated solar panels.

Charitable social housing provider, Coastline Housing, based in Redruth, Cornwall, is committed to tackling ongoing housing challenges for the local population. 

Marley’s SolarTile® range has achieved accreditation under the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) scheme, further demonstrating the company’s commitment to the transparency and delivery of detailed, accurate product information.

Marley’s SolarTile® range, which can be installed as part of an integrated roofing solution, joins Marley’s JB Red battens in passing the standard set by the CCPI, having undergone a full assessment process as set down by the Code.