A specification team to be proud of

We have a dedicated team of specification experts offering nationwide assistance to help you through every step of your specification journey. 

They recognise the intricacies of commercial heating systems and that each project is unique. They understand the latest building regulations and the challenges you may have, and that a successful heating system design is a blend of the right technology to suit that building and its operation. So, whether you’re designing for a new build or retrofit, our team are able to help. 

Whatever your commercial heating requirements we have it covered:

  • Nationwide specification and sales - with in-depth industry and product knowledge, and advice on the latest changes within the commercial heating industry, our team can help meet your needs.
  • Nationwide coverage and expert advice - providing valuable design assistance to building services consultants, engineers and specifiers.
  • CPDs and training - our CIBSE-approved CPD seminars and our industry-leading commercial product training courses are available at several locations, in person or online. 
  • Nationwide site surveys - our free site survey service brings our experts to you. We’ll work with you to ensure the right products are specified, installed and working as efficiently as possible for the building needs.

Find out about more our specification team. 

Richard Brown, Head of Specification Sales, has over 26-years’ experience of working within the commercial heating industry. During that time, he has built up a wealth of knowledge of commercial DHW and heating systems and the supporting technology.  Alongside managing the specification team, for the past eight years Richard has been responsible for developing commercial specifications and assisting engineers with system design and low carbon plant selection.

Michael Fraser – Specification Manager for the Midlands, began his career as a mechanical apprentice before moving into the commercial heating industry, where he now has 23-years of experience. For the past five years Michael has been responsible for assisting engineers with their system designs whilst developing commercial specifications, and delivering CPDs, most recently concentrating on low carbon systems, and how best to incorporate the ever-increasing range of low carbon products and refrigerants into each individual system design.

Bryan Marland, Specification Manager, has over 25 years in the HVAC industry. Working with consultants, public health engineers, contractors and merchants, having covered a variety of roles from engineer, business development, relationship and sales management and now specification. He has experience with all types commercial heating products including boilers, gas fired water heaters, CHP, heat networks and heat pumps. 

Bryan is responsible for developing commercial specifications and assisting engineers in the Southwest, delivering CPDs, assisting with heating solutions using the ever-increasing portfolio of low carbon technology, and providing site visits and product selections for new build, refurbishment and retrofit commercial projects. He is a firm believer in customer service and support and has a keen desire to deliver what is asked of him and what he has promised.

Julie Wade, Specification Manager, has worked in the HVAC industry for over 40 years in various roles, enjoying a successful career in both the commercial and domestic markets, with many high-profile projects and clients that have helped her harness a trusted reputation. Julie enjoys being part of the transformative heating industry, and how the high performance, low carbon heating solutions provided by Ideal are at the forefront of this evolution. Covering the North East, Cumbria and Scotland, her role entails working with M&E consultants and specifiers, helping them to deliver the best heating project designs for their clients that incorporates a wide-ranging product portfolio and delivering educational CPD’s to enhance customer’s knowledge.  

To get the very best heating solution for your specific project, contact the Ideal Heating Commercial Specification Team who can provide valuable design assistance to building services consultants and specifiers: [email protected]