Last week, from Westwood Plumbing & Heating Ltd. team members Cheryl Teall and Lewis Elgey spent an intensive day at the Grant UK Training Centre in Swindon, completing the Solar Thermal Systems course. As accredited heating professionals, they immersed themselves in system design, collector installation, pump station setup, and flushing procedures – gaining hands-on experience with state-of-the-art solar thermal technology.
Grant UK’s solar thermal course provides comprehensive instruction in:
Cheryl and Lewis took part in both theoretical lessons and practical workshops using live collector rigs, equipping them with the knowledge to deliver flawless solar thermal installations and maintenance.
The hands‑on stations really brought the learning to life,” added Lewis. “We left with full technical competence — from collector physics to flushing procedures — ready to deliver top-quality systems for our customers.
The hands‑on stations really brought the learning to life. We left with full technical competence — from collector physics to flushing procedures, ready to deliver top-quality systems for our customers.
Grant’s solar thermal training has significantly enhanced our team’s expertise, ensuring they understand every aspect of system sizing, compliance, and performance – enabling us to deliver efficient, regulatory-compliant installations for our customers. With this new capability, Westwood now offers a complete, end-to-end solar thermal service package, covering everything from bespoke design and installation to ongoing maintenance, servicing, and system flushing.
Being trained by Grant UK, one of the most respected names in renewable heating — further cements our position as a trusted, forward-thinking provider of energy-efficient plumbing and heating solutions across Yorkshire.
Our commitment to renewable energy installation continues to expand. With Grant UK training now completed, we’re ready to offer:
Bespoke solar thermal system design for new builds and retrofits
Expert collector installation and commissioning
Annual servicing and maintenance, including system flushing and component checks
Integrated solutions, working alongside our heat pump and HVAC services
These systems can reduce hot water energy consumption by up to 70%, boost home energy efficiency, and lower fuel bills — all while adding long-lasting value to your property
If you’re interested in solar thermal or blended renewable heating solutions, our qualified team is on hand to help. Contact Cheryl, Lewis, or any of our expert installers for a free consultation, site survey, or quote.
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