Supporting the future of Heat Networks
OCU Group combines specialist Heat Networks expertise with wider infrastructure and engineering capabilities to support the delivery of reliable, efficient and lower-carbon heating infrastructure.
As the energy transition continues to evolve, the way we heat homes, businesses and public buildings is changing. Heat Networks are expected to play an increasingly important role in supporting this change.
Heat Networks use a central heat source to supply multiple buildings through a network of pre-insulated pipes. By connecting buildings and communities to shared heating infrastructure, they can improve efficiency and support the transition towards lower-carbon heating.
OCU continues to strengthen our capabilities in this growing sector through Valmech, our specialist Heat Networks and mechanical engineering business.
Valmech has established extensive experience in delivering Heat Networks and complex mechanical engineering projects, supporting clients with the infrastructure required to create reliable and efficient systems.
Our Heat Networks capabilities
Combining Valmech’s specialist expertise with our wider Group capabilities across utilities, infrastructure and engineering enables OCU to provide an integrated approach to Heat Network projects.
Our Capabilities include:
Heat Network delivery – designing, building, commissioning and maintaining Heat Network infrastructure
Mechanical pipework and energy centres – delivering the systems that generate, transfer and distribute heat to homes, businesses and public buildings
Off-site fabrication and modular construction – supporting efficient project delivery through high-quality, pre-assembled solutions
Specialist network services and live operations – maintaining and supporting existing Heat Networks and operational assets
Mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (MEI) – providing integrated engineering, controls, monitoring and performance support
Principal contractor delivery – managing projects safely and efficiently from design through to completion
