Training needs Q4 2023

This report will provide valuable insights into the perspectives of HVAC installers and plumbers regarding training needs in the installation sector. These insights will be especially valuable for manufacturers and wholesale targeting this group, to ensure the training offering fits the installers needs. Furthermore, understanding the training needs of installers will facilitate fact-based internal discussions without the need for custom research.

This report is based on 675 successful quantitative telephone interviews with installers, conducted in the native language in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Poland, Belgium

and the Netherlands. The report is based on a representative sample of installers, with companies that provide HVAC installation services, but they may also do other activities in addition (Electrical installation etc.). Most interviews are conducted with owners/ directors or purchasers of these companies. This research is conducted quarterly with reports covering different key marketing topics like media orientation, BIM, prefab, sustainability and many more.

The primary focus of this research is to provide key insights into the training needs of mechanical installers in Europe. The study offers insights into installers’ attitudes toward the training and which topics and type of training suits them the most. It highlights significant differences among the six European countries covered and provides other essential insights for each country. Additionally, the report includes a detailed view of the turnover and order book developments of the installers, along with other relevant details.

In which European countries are mechanicial installers the most and least interested in training?

What is the preferred time of the year for training among  installers in Europe?

Which type of training is of the most interest among European  installers?

What topics interest  installers when it comes to training?