Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast, the UK’s fast-growing audio show dedicated to the trades industry, is proud to announce that Season 6 will be officially sponsored by Flexigas and Ridgeline. This season marks the introduction of a new segment titled the Sponsor Breakroom, where trade-focused products will be introduced in a conversational, skit-style format to educate listeners in an entertaining and engaging way.
The partnership reflects a shared goal between the podcast producers, Trade Apps, and the sponsoring brands: to bring smarter, time-saving solutions to the attention of working gas engineers, plumbers, and heating installers across the UK.
A New Kind of Podcast Sponsorship
Unlike traditional ad slots, the new Sponsor Breakroom format features hosts Pete Withers and Keiran Yates discussing key trade products mid-episode in a relaxed, breakroom-style chat. These segments are clearly introduced and concluded for transparency, and provide listeners with practical information about tools, systems, and materials relevant to their day-to-day work, without interrupting the flow of the show.
Season 6’s sponsor, Flexigas and Ridgeline, will be the first brands to be featured in the Sponsor Breakroom, with different products explored throughout the season. From flexible gas piping to stainless steel underfloor systems, each segment will offer bite-sized insight into how these systems are designed to make life easier on site.
“We’re always looking for ways to improve how we bring value to our audience,” says Abigail Reece, Producer and Marketing Manager for Off The Job Podcast. “The Sponsor Breakroom gives us a format where we can talk about great kit in a way that’s genuinely interesting and useful, and Flexigas and Ridgeline are the perfect fit for that.”
About Flexigas: A Modern Gas Installation System
Flexigas is a flexible stainless steel piping system used for natural gas and LPG installations in both domestic and commercial environments. Often referred to as CSST (Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing), this type of system is known for its ability to speed up installs, reduce fittings, and provide better adaptability for tight or awkward spaces.
What sets Flexigas apart is its mechanical-seal fittings and its innovative FG Bond system. This bonding solution allows engineers to easily complete earth bonding by simply inserting a bonding nut into the third port of any standard fitting, removing the need for additional clamps or third-party accessories. This small but effective change can significantly reduce job time and increase safety compliance.
The Flexigas range is fully certified to EN 15266 standards and holds the BSI Kitemark, making it suitable for use across a wide range of gas applications. Its flexibility means that it can be bent by hand, requiring fewer joints and less labour during installation.
About Ridgeline: Flexible Stainless Steel for Water Systems
While Flexigas is designed for gas installations, Ridgeline brings stainless steel flexibility to the water side of the job. Ridgeline is a range of piping products for hot and cold water supply, underfloor heating, and stainless steel flexi connectors, all made from 316L marine-grade stainless steel.
The standout feature of the Ridgeline system is its ability to integrate with standard EN 1254 compression fittings. Instead of needing a proprietary connector, installers simply swap the olive for a RidgeLock™ sealing ring, which transforms a standard fitting into a positive mechanical seal. This drastically simplifies stock management for merchants and tool requirements for engineers.
Additionally, Ridgeline’s underfloor heating solution has been engineered for maximum heat transfer. The corrugated design increases surface area, while internal flow dynamics help prevent the cold boundary layer that typically builds up in plastic pipework. As a result, Ridgeline is capable of delivering the same heat output as PEX pipework, but using cooler water, making it ideal for modern heat pump systems.
Ridgeline is also kink-resistant, does not rely on chemical bonding agents, and contains no plastic in contact with drinking water. These features make it a highly durable and sustainable alternative to both PEX and copper, with the added benefit of easier installation.
Why This Sponsorship Matters
The trades industry has seen a significant increase in the use of flexible stainless steel systems in recent years. While many engineers remain loyal to copper and plastic systems, there is growing interest in alternatives that offer quicker installations, cleaner aesthetics, and improved long-term durability.
By sponsoring Off The Job, Flexigas and Ridgeline are investing not just in awareness, but in education. Through the Sponsor Breakroom segments, engineers can gain exposure to the practical benefits of these systems in a format that respects their time, their humour, and their experience on site.
“We don’t believe in hard-selling to tradespeople,” Abigail Reece, Trade Apps Ltd Marketing Manager and Off The Job Podcast Producer, “We know our listeners are smart, if the kit is good, they’ll take notice. We just create the space to hear about it in a way that’s real and relevant.”
Season 6 Launches This Week
The sixth season of Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast launches on Monday April 14th and will run for ten episodes, with a new guest each Friday. The series features tradesmen and tradeswomen from across the UK and beyond, sharing their stories, challenges, and insights from life on and off the tools.
Listeners can find the podcast on:
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
- Amazon Music
- YouTube
Each guest episode will include a Sponsor Breakroom segment focused on Flexigas or Ridgeline. Episodes are also promoted across the Trade Apps network, including the Gas Certificate App, Electrical Certificate App, and affiliated social media platforms.
