Celebrating CORE’s achievements in 2025

As we reach the end of 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what has truly been an exceptional year for CORE. From launching innovative products to expanding distribution and industry recognition, the brand has reached new heights across every area of the business.

The facts and figures

• Around 2,000 products now included in the CORE range, including the launch of new, exclusive and innovative additions
• Higher stock levels supported by Smith Brothers distribution network of 22 branches and a brand-new Distribution Centre
• A highly commended achievement and multiple award nominations across leading HVAC industry ceremonies
• Exhibiting at the InstallerShow for the third consecutive year

Expanding the CORE’s product range

2025 has been a landmark year for product development, with CORE introducing a wide range of high-quality, innovative solutions designed specifically for the HVAC market. Each product is engineered with the customer in mind, providing reliable, cost-effective alternatives to premium branded options without compromising performance.

CORE’s innovative product ranges that were launched this year include:

• Pipe sealant
• White jointing compound
• Side stream magnetic filter
• Full flow magnetic filter
• Fixed orifice double regulating valve
• …and much more

This year, to further support customers, CORE also launched a dedicated technical documents page. This resource allows users to quickly filter and access key documents, including data sheets, IOMs and WRAS certificates. This is to ensure total transparency, compliance and peace of mind.

22 branches and a new distribution centre

All CORE products are exclusively stocked at Smith Brothers, where you can buy from the trade counter or order online from the customer portal for same-day collection or next-day delivery.

The Smith Brothers network now spans 22 branches nationwide, in England, Scotland and Wales. The most recent additions are SBS Nottingham, which celebrated its first anniversary, and SBS Aberdeen, which opened its doors in 2025.

This year also saw the opening of a state-of-the-art 75,000 sq. ft. distribution centre, a significant investment aimed at boosting logistics capacity, streamlining supply chain and expanding stockholding. This facility enables branches to operate more efficiently than ever before, improving service levels for customers nationwide.

The expansion continues, as Smith Brothers has already announced the opening of another branch in Gloucester within the new year. This will further strengthen nationwide coverage and enhance service levels within the South West region.

Award recognition and industry praise

The CORE Side Stream Magnetic Filter was nominated for multiple awards at several HVAC industry award ceremonies. The product has been recognised for its innovative nature, its low carbon footprint and for its successful involvement in the retrofit project at the University of Essex. CORE was also acknowledged for applying an adaptive approach to the product, making it more effective and user-friendly for the HVAC market.

A highlight of the year was receiving a highly commended award for the retrofit and reuse project at the British Construction Industry Awards (BCIA), due to the product enhancing filtration, efficiency and system performance, while improving heating and cooling system reliability, reducing maintenance costs and contributing to the University’s sustainability goals.