Altecnic Ltd, the UK's leading supplier of hydronic solutions and part of the Caleffi Group, has refreshed its latest CIBSE-approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course, “Drivers for Change and Understanding the BESA HIU Test Regime”, available free of charge through the Altecnic Academy digital learning platform.

Developed for engineers, consultants, specifiers and heat network professionals, the new CPD provides an in-depth overview of Version 3.1, the 2023 BESA HIU Test Regime and Engineering Change Compliance process. The course explores how the latest version of standardised HIU testing, certification and independently verified performance data support the efficient design, specification and operation of heat networks, while helping the industry meet customer expectations and decarbonisation objectives.

Key topics covered in the course include:

• The UK District Heating Landscape and BESA HIU Test Regime: Understand the role of Heat Interface Units (HIUs) within heat networks, the purpose of the BESA HIU Test Regime, and how standardised testing supports system performance and customer satisfaction.

• HIU Testing, Certification and Compliance: Explore how the BESA HIU Test Regime is implemented, including test bench setup, key performance testing, reporting procedures and certification requirements.

• Engineering Change Management: Learn how the engineering change process is managed within the BESA Test Regime to ensure product modifications maintain compliance and verified performance standards.

• Version 3 Testing Requirements and Best Practice: Review the latest BESA HIU Test Regime Version 3 requirements, including testing methodologies, pass criteria and industry best practice guidance.

• Supporting Efficient and Future-Ready Heat Networks: Discover how independently verified HIU performance data helps improve specification decisions, network efficiency, customer outcomes and the transition to low-carbon heating systems.

The newly refreshed course joins Altecnic Academy's growing portfolio of CIBSE-approved CPDs, which cover a wide range of topics including “System Design For Efficiency for Using Electronic Intelligent HIUs”, “Sealed Heating Systems”, and “Expansion Vessels”. Together, these courses provide industry professionals with accessible, on-demand learning opportunities to expand their technical knowledge and stay up to date with industry’s best practice.

Helen Cooper, Head of Marketing at Altecnic, commented:

"At Altecnic, we are committed to supporting the industry through education, technical expertise and knowledge sharing. Our CPD programme is designed to provide professionals with practical insights that can be applied directly to real-world projects, helping them deliver safer, more efficient and compliant systems."

She continued:

"As heat networks continue to play an increasingly important role in the UK's journey towards net zero, understanding independently verified HIU performance has never been more important. This CPD provides valuable insight into the BESA HIU Test Regime, engineering change compliance and the role these processes play in delivering efficient, reliable and future-ready heat network installations."

Available on demand through Altecnic Academy, the course enables participants to learn at their own pace while earning accredited CPD hours from any location.

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https://www.altecnic.co.uk/technical-hub/training-and-cpds/