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25 July 2024
Wavin Supports Balbriggan Charity Remember Us to Launch Sensory Garden
Members of Balbriggan charity group gathered to launch a very special facility the Remember Us Sensory Garden.
Plumber Healthy sustainable environments Industry insight General builder Above ground specifier Construction professional
18 June 2024
Understanding thermal comfort in home environments
Tony Croke, Product Manager for Indoor Climate Solutions in Wavin UK & Ireland, explains the concept of thermal comfort in homes, factors influencing it, and strategies for achieving it effectively.
17 June 2024
How to comply with new EU law on lead in drinking water
Access to safe, clean drinking water must never be taken for granted. Reflecting water’s importance to individual health, wider society and the economy, the European Commission recently reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding water quality by updating the 1998 Drinking Water Directive (DWD) and introducing a related EU Positive List.
Hot & Cold Wavin product & solutions Wavin news Above ground specifier Construction professional
16 June 2024
Innovation Award for Wavin Tigris K5/M5 at Irish Construction Excellence Awards
We were delighted to win the Construction Product Innovation – Building Fabric Award at the Irish Construction Excellence Awards 2024 for our Wavin Tigris K5/M5 press fit plumbing system.
Hot & Cold Wavin news
10 June 2024
Tigris K5/M5 receives highly commended at The HAI Innovation Awards
Tigris K5/M5 receives highly commended at The HAI Innovation Awards in the Best Build Product category.
General builder Above ground specifier
22 May 2024
Wavin AS+, Soil & Waste noise reduction
Wavin AS+, Soil & Waste noise reduction - Keeping the Coast Clear of Noisy Drainage
General builder Above ground specifier
22 May 2024
Wavin AS+, Darwin Green development
Wavin AS+, Darwin Green development - Providing Peaceful and Premium Spaces with Wavin AS+
Projects General builder Above ground specifier
22 May 2024
St George Beaufort Park -Wavin HDPE
Wavin HDPE - The obvious choice for a robust system
Healthy sustainable environments Construction professional
26 February 2024
Wavin Joins Guaranteed Irish in Leinster House
It was a great pleasure for Michael O'Donohoe, Commercial Director, to have been invited by GI to join a presentation to members of the Oireachtas.
Wavin product & solutions Below ground specifier Construction professional
15 February 2024
Wavin Access Junction continues to deliver best in class results
The WAJ 110 provides access from surface level to Wavin below ground 110 diameter gravity drainage and sewer systems.
Industry insight Indoor climate solutions
15 February 2024
Energy Benefits of Underfloor Heating
This report explores the energy benefits of underfloor heating systems, including their efficiency, sustainability, and impact on energy consumption.
Healthy sustainable environments Wavin news Construction professional
4 February 2024
Wavin Ireland Wins at the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards
The team at Wavin Ireland are delighted to have been nominated for not just one but two awards at the upcoming Guaranteed Irish Business Awards
Healthy sustainable environments Wavin news
14 December 2023
Planting the First Guaranteed Irish Forest
Enclaved at the border of counties. Mayo, Sligo and Roscommon, Guaranteed Irish has secured the site for its first ever forest of native Irish trees. The 20ha site in Cloonakillina in Co. Mayo overlooks Cloonakillina Lough and is bordered to the southeast by the Clooneen river. Subject to final afforestation licensing, 16ha of the site will be planted with native Irish tree saplings.
Above ground specifier Construction professional Waste water
14 December 2023
How Wavin AS+ means reduced internal building noise
Peace and quiet for a building’s occupants generally means no noise from neighbours or from external sources such as traffic. But it also means having no disruption from internal noise from the water pipe system or rattling water pipes. This is particularly important for those in co-living spaces, like apartment blocks, where plumbing systems are in use at various times during the day and night, leading to potential disruption and irritation for multiple residents.
Healthy sustainable environments Wavin product & solutions
26 November 2023
Environmental Product Declarations: a sustainability step-change for construction
Get the lowdown on Environmental Product Declarations, why they’re important and how they’re set to change construction in Ireland.
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16 November 2023
Wavin wins innovative product of the year
Wavin Ireland has won the innovative product of the year award at the Plumbing and Heating Awards, Ireland 2023 for its new press-fit plumbing system, Tigris K5.
Healthy sustainable environments
2 November 2023
Planting the first Guaranteed Irish Forest - Picking Acorns for a Greener Future.
Guaranteed Irish invited the founding members of the Guaranteed Irish Forest to partake in Acorn Gathering event in the Ballygannon Wood.
Plumber Hot & Cold Above ground specifier Builder Ireland
28 September 2023
New Product Launch: Tigris K5 Press-fit System with Acoustic Alert
We are pleased to announce the launch of Tigris K5/M5 a new range of 16mm to 40mm press-fit fittings, designed to effectively detect faults in unpressed fittings. This new launch builds on the success and reliability delivered by its predecessor, Tigris K1/M1.
4 July 2023
Why SuDS are vital for the Irish construction industry
In this blog, we look at the importance of using SuDS in the Irish construction industry to encourage progression and biodiversity.
Industry insight Above ground specifier BIM
11 April 2023
How BIM is paving the way for construction innovation in Ireland
Explore the different innovations and development in technologies that will accelerate the adoption of BIM across the Irish construction sector.
Industry insight Wavin news
4 April 2023
Wavin's Declan Conlon announced as Octabuild Chairperson 2023-24
Sales Manager at Wavin Ireland, Declan Conlon, has been appointed as the Chairman of Octabuild for 2023 - 2024.
Projects Industry insight Above ground specifier BIM
4 April 2023
Why upskilling is crucial to BIM adoption in Ireland
In this blog, we discuss upskilling to encourage BIM adoption in Ireland and speak to industry expert Malachy Mathews on the importance of the subject.
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28 March 2023
EPDs now available for Wavin's Product Portfolio
Wavin has launched a series of Environmental Product Declarations for its product ranges in the Irish Market.
Plumber Wavin product & solutions General builder Builder Ireland
8 March 2023
Waste Traps Explained
Waste traps are a vital part of water drainage systems. In this blog, we explain waste traps and focus on the revolutionary HepvO Waterless Waste Trap.
Healthy sustainable environments General builder Below ground specifier Builder Ireland
16 February 2023
RootSeal Technology highly commended at The Hardware Association Ireland Innovation Awards
At the recent Hardware Association Ireland Innovation Awards, we were delighted to hear our new product innovation to the Wavin Sewer range, RootSeal Technology, had been highly commended. RootSeal Technology was entered into the Build category.
Industry insight Above ground specifier Below ground specifier Builder Ireland
15 February 2023
Expand your thinking with Construction Coach, Maria Coulter: Sustainability, Risk and Profit
In this series, in partnership with Maria Coulter - Construction Coach, we take a look at some of the biggest challenges cacing businesses in construction.
23 January 2023
Wavin Ireland Events Calendar 2024
Wavin Ireland will be attending several events in 2023. Our events calendar provides a run down of the event information and key focuses.
Healthy sustainable environments Industry insight Wavin news
17 January 2023
Wavin awarded Silver 2022 Ecovadis Medal
Wavin is proud to announce it has been awarded a silver medal from Ecovadis in 2022. This recognition ranks the company in the top 25% of best-scoring companies in the field of Corporate Social Responsibility worldwide.
Healthy sustainable environments Industry insight Wavin news
16 January 2023
Wavin Ireland nominated in the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2023
Wavin Ireland is delighted to be recognised for its work as a business in Ireland by being nominated for a Guaranteed Irish Business Award 2023.
Wavin news
21 November 2022
Wavin Ireland supports Focus Ireland's Sponsor a Star at Christmas
Wavin Ireland is proud to be once again supporting the fundraising efforts to prevent families and children from being homeless at Christmas.
6 November 2022
Planning for trees: the social, economic and environmental benefits
Trees provide a number of social, economic and environmental benefits. All of which could be highly beneficial to new urban developments.
Healthy sustainable environments Wavin product & solutions Industry insight Wavin news Stormwater
6 November 2022
Wavin Ireland joins forces with Urban Rain Garden Pilot Project
Wavin is delighted to be joining forces with Bí Urban in the Urban Rain Garden Pilot Project. This blog covers the importance of such solutions.
16 October 2022
Wavin Ireland roots itself in a more sustainable Ireland with a commitment to co-funding the Guaranteed Irish Forest
In this blog we discuss, how as a Guaranteed Irish House member, Wavin Ireland is delighted to commit to the co-funding of the Guaranteed Irish Forest.
Healthy sustainable environments Industry insight Wavin news Above ground specifier BIM
20 September 2022
Wavin Ireland looks to the future through its support of TU Dublin’s Design + Construct Centre at Broombridge
Wavin is proud to be looking to the next generation of construction professionals by supporting the TU Dublin Design + Construct Centre in Broombridge.
Healthy sustainable environments Wavin news Waste water
13 September 2022
Nitrate Pollution: Is enough being done to save Ireland’s water?
Nitrate pollution is a problem in Ireland's water, and in this blog, we look at if enough is being done to solve the problem to prevent a water crisis.
Projects Wavin product & solutions Wavin news Below ground specifier Stormwater
13 September 2022
Wavin hits the right note at the Irish Institute of Music and Song
Wavin Ireland is proud to be supporting the local community with the development of a new amphitheatre for the Irish Institute of Music and Song.
Healthy sustainable environments Industry insight Below ground specifier Construction professional Stormwater
18 June 2022
Green cities: Wavin's TreeTank Solution
In this blog, we look at how the development of drainage and water management boxes in cities can aid root growth and tree numbers.
Plumber Industry insight Above ground specifier Below ground specifier Construction professional
28 May 2022
Construction Industry Register Ireland: What do new changes mean?
In this blog, we look at the proposed changes to the Construction Industry Register Ireland and what it means for construction professionals.
Plumber Above ground specifier Construction professional
28 May 2022
Trade secrets: We asked so you don’t have to
Trade tips with industry legend Ryan Mills to give you insight into how to grow your plumbing business and achieve a work-life balance as a plumber.
Plumber Industry insight General builder Above ground specifier Below ground specifier Construction professional
27 March 2022
Mental wellness for construction professionals
In this blog, we look at the mental health crisis the construction industry is grappling with and some organisations and charities that can help.
Plumber Hot & Cold Industry insight Above ground specifier Indoor climate solutions
5 March 2022
Underfloor heating: The Right Choice for Your Heating System
Whilst Radiators struggle to cope with the transition to a greener heating future, Underfloor Heating offers a greener, cleaner and more accessible option.
Plumber Hot & Cold Industry insight Above ground specifier Indoor climate solutions
5 March 2022
Underfloor Heating: Common Myths Busted
As heating changes, there are lots of common myths about Underfloor Heating. In this blog, we bust some of these common myths and unveil some truths.
Plumber Hot & Cold Wavin product & solutions General builder Construction professional
29 January 2022
All you need to know about Hep2O push-fit plastic plumbing pipe
In this blog, we highlight everything you need to know about the Hep2O plumbing pipe including the difference between our standard and barrier pipe.
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11 January 2022
Mental Health in the Irish Construction Industry
Mental Health is a big issue in the construction industry. In this blog, we have some useful helplines you can talk to and some advice when feeling low.
Plumber Healthy sustainable environments General builder Above ground specifier Below ground specifier Construction professional Indoor climate solutions
12 October 2021
The Future of Plastic in the Construction Industry
After the COP26 summit in Glasgow, we look at plastic in the construction industry and why it is important to think about the way we use and reuse it.
Industry insight Below ground specifier Construction professional Stormwater Waste water
20 August 2021
Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems : Improving Water Quality
Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems : Improving Water Quality John McPeake, Technical Sales Manager at Wavin Ireland discusses the benefits of improving w
Plumber Wavin product & solutions Above ground specifier Construction professional Waste water
7 August 2021
Why choose HepvO? The benefits of a waterless plumbing trap
In this blog, we discuss why you should choose HepvO for your next project and the benefits of a waterless trap for domestic and commercial uses.
Healthy sustainable environments Industry insight Above ground specifier Below ground specifier
12 July 2021
Five ways to reduce urban heat stress
As temperatures continue to rise year on year, we must understand how we can reduce urban heat stress in our cities and make them greener.
Wavin product & solutions Below ground specifier Construction professional Waste water
5 June 2021
What our installers have to say about our WAJs
Customer Testimonial about Wavin Access Junctions, their key benefits, applications and why they're the go-to choice for Thomas from Magna Construction.
Plumber Hot & Cold Projects Wavin product & solutions Above ground specifier
5 June 2021
Esker Educate Together National School in Dublin
Installation of the Wavin Tigris K1 system in to Esker Educate National School in Dublin within a tight timeframe for the start of the new school year.
Projects Wavin product & solutions Below ground specifier Stormwater
5 June 2021
Landmark £60 Million Hilton Hotel Development
A case study of the installation of Wavin AquaCell prime during the development of a 5-star Hilton Hotel in Bournemouth.
Plumber Hot & Cold Industry insight Above ground specifier
5 June 2021
A more secure pressure testing method – right out of thin air
According to some experts, air pressure testing can be a more secure pressure testing method, reducing the risk of both Legionella and water damage.
Plumber Hot & Cold Projects Wavin product & solutions Above ground specifier
5 June 2021
Barn Conversion - Hep₂O Underfloor
A case study highlighting a barn conversion which was installed with a smart and sustainable Wavin Hep2O underfloor heating system.
Plumber Hot & Cold Wavin product & solutions General builder Above ground specifier
5 June 2021
Hints and tips for a trouble-free Hep₂O installation
The simple and effective precautionary steps in this blog will help you to avoid problems and ensure a trouble-free installation of Hep₂O.
Healthy sustainable environments Wavin product & solutions Wavin news Below ground specifier Stormwater
5 June 2021
The City growing greener with Wavin's Treetanks
Treetanks offer a sustainable solution to bring surface water management and greenery into urban areas, we look at the product's launch in this blog.
Plumber Hot & Cold Industry insight Above ground specifier
5 June 2021
How do plastic and copper plumbing systems compare?
We look at how copper and plastic plumbing systems compare, and how they can form a brilliant partnership when used together with a system like Hep2O.
Projects Wavin product & solutions Below ground specifier Stormwater
5 June 2021
Humberside Police Headquarters - Redesigned to save time and money
Humberside Police HQ suffered flooding in 2007, to prevent a reoccurrence they relied on Wavin to provide a sustainable stormwater management solution.
Wavin product & solutions Above ground specifier Waste water
2 June 2021
Noise Reduction for Soil and Waste Systems
In this blog, we look at the importance of noise reduction and acoustics in commercial projects and why the Wavin AS+ package is a great solution.
Wavin product & solutions General builder Roof drainage Wavin news Above ground specifier
1 June 2021
Wavin DeepLine range now available in new Anthracite colour
The Wavin Rainwater DeepLine range is now available in the Anthracite Grey colourway, making it a stylish addition to new homes and residential buildings.
Wavin product & solutions Wavin news Above ground specifier Below ground specifier Construction professional BIM
5 April 2021
Building better with Building Information Modelling (BIM)
BIM helps save time and effort in the design of a construction project, providing a digital and physical representation of a project's design.
Healthy sustainable environments Wavin news
21 February 2021
Wavin Ireland provides sewer pipe to No Butts
As a part of the promise to build healthy and sustainable environments, we teamed up with No Butts to limit single use plastics within the local area.
Healthy sustainable environments Industry insight
17 February 2021
Our cities are talking to us, let’s listen
Our cities have to adapt to climate change. In this blog, we look at the challenges they face and why we should cherish our cities for the future.
Projects Wavin product & solutions Above ground specifier Waste water
18 September 2020
Wavin Acoustic Soil System - Doxford Park
Wavin AS+ was chosen to deliver the soundproofing requirements between apartments of a £9m Care home development called Doxford Park in Sunderland.
Industry insight Below ground specifier Construction professional Waste water
28 March 2019
Mistakes in Foul Water compliance won't stay buried
Regulation and Compliance Mistakes in foul sewer compliance won’t stay buried A quick reference guide to pipe compliance for Irish Water, BCAR and Part H
Plumber Hot & Cold Wavin product & solutions Above ground specifier
6 November 2018
How to demount Hep2O
In this blog, we look at the easy process of demounting Hep2O plastic push-fit plumbing systems and the range of easy-to-use tools to complete the process.
Plumber Hot & Cold Projects Wavin product & solutions Above ground specifier
11 October 2017
County Down Monastery
A case study highlighting the key benefits and features of Tigris K1 that was installed at County Down Monastery in Crossgar.
Wavin news BIM
1 April 2017
Wavin BIM Revit® packages now available
We are proud to announce our range of BIM Revit packages for our wide range of plumbing, stormwater, roof drainage and other solutions is available now.
Healthy sustainable environments Industry insight Below ground specifier
15 January 2017