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Whether you fit boilers or heat pumps, you can still futureproof the system
The IPG has announced Carl Ladd (@GasLadd) as a brand ambassador, who will help spread the word about the work of independent businesses in our industry. Installer spoke to Carl at the IPG...
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The dyanamic partnership between The IPG and Bristan
Success often comes down to strong partnerships. The collaboration between The IPG and Bristan is a standout example, offering numerous benefits that directly impact your efficiency and your...
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Why you should buy from The IPG member stores
Established over a decade ago, The IPG has remained steadfast in its mission to support independent plumbing and heating stores alongside bathroom showrooms, providing them with a collective voice...
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Shopping at an independent merchant makes business sense, it's not just...
At The IPG conference, Installer spoke to Robin Beal – founder of The IPG – about why more and more installers are shopping at their local, independent merchants: The IPG has a network...
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5 key takeaways from The IPG Conference 2023
The IPG hosted its latest conference in Spain, with the theme of Livin’ la Vida Loca (Livin’ the crazy life), seeing what happens when business and social collide. The group’s...
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Unlock the ultimate van racking solution worth £3,000!
WIN BIG with The IPG, in partnership with VRS! We’re giving you the chance to revolutionise your work van with top-of-the-line racking solutions, worth a staggering £3,000! Say goodbye...
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The IPG sponsors the Heating Installer Awards 2024
The IPG has been confirmed as an official sponsor of the Heating Installer Awards 2024 as the competition returns for its ninth year to once again search for the best installers in the UK. Entries...
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Heating Installer Awards 2024 opens for entries
With a number of new categories, the Heating Installer Awards is open for entries, where there will be more chances to win than ever before. After a record-breaking eighth year, the awards will...
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5 reasons why you should shop with a local independent
In this article, The IPG discuss the top five benefits of buying from and supporting one of their independent member stores: In a recent survey of over 200 tradespeople at the 2023 installerSHOW,...
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Why you need to look out for this logo
The IPG is not a new manufacturer, but a membership group that helps independent plumbing stores and bathroom showrooms compete with the buying power of the national brands, while remaining...
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Why you should discover your nearest member of The IPG today
The IPG was founded in the summer of 2013 by Robin Beal, when he identified there was a real need and an opportunity to strengthen and support independent businesses. It is now the largest and...
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Together we are stronger...
The past few months have been difficult for us all, but we have so many reasons to be optimistic. At The IPG, we have witnessed firsthand the resilience of our members — many have gone above...
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Supporting independent plumbing, heating and bathroom stores
The last few months have been difficult for us all, but we have so many reasons to be optimistic. At The IPG, we have witnessed first-hand the resilience of our members and suppliers - many have...
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BMN - The IPG Special Supplement
In line with its stated vision of “supporting independents,” The IPG strives to make life for its independent members as easy and as successful as possible. Every year, The IPG grows...
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BMN & Bristan round table event
Builders’ Merchants News and Bristan, the UK’s largest supplier of showers, taps and bathroom accessories, jointly hosted a virtual round table on 10 November 2020, in which Robin Beal,...
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World Plumbing Council Newsletter November 2020
The IPG has two great articles published by the World Plumbing Council in the latest newsletter November 2020. Business as usual for Gill's Plumbing & Heating Gill’s Plumbing &...
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Announcement - Innovation Competition – 2020
We would like to congratulate John Lovejoy from Bracknell who won the runner up prize of £500 in The IPG Innovation Competition 2020. We received many innovative ideas from entrants but...
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Local Shops for Local People ...
During the current pandemic, now more than ever local retailers (and businesses) need your help to continue to serve the community. Small and independent retailers are important to the economic...
