SPARKS Learner of the Year 2024 begins
As the new year unfolds, the spotlight turns to the next generation of budding electricians with the upcoming regional heats of SPARKS Learner of the Year 2024. Throughout January and February, SPARKS will be travelling to six regions across the UK in search of the best upcoming talent within our industry. At each venue, 12 students […]
JTL reflects on newly published UK government data on apprenticeships
Chris Claydon, Chief Executive at JTL, an apprenticeship provider in England and Wales, offers his insights on the Government’s latest report about apprenticeships and traineeships. The Government’s report, published on 30 November, covers the period of August 2022 to July 2023 and details promising figures for the industry, including 7,428 starts in electrical apprenticeships and 2,240 […]
Baltic Electric boosts operations with Fergus
Operating an electrical business involves a complex array of tasks: generating quotes and invoices; orchestrating project timelines; managing material costs; adhering to safety protocols; and keeping precise financial records. Manually handling these responsibilities is taxing and can be a source of significant stress and confusion. For Alan, Owner of Baltic Electric, and Charlene, his Administration Manager, […]
Edwin James Group drives growth with strategic acquisition
Edwin James Group, an engineering services provider, has completed the acquisition of Automated Control Solutions Holdings, its subsidiaries Automated Control Solutions and ACS Electrical Engineering, together trading as ACS. The deal will expand Edwin James’ digitalisation offering, growing its systems integration and OT automation capacity. Staff members will be retained, including the leadership team, who […]
Energy crisis drives the adoption of smart technology
UK homeowners are turning to smart home technology to reduce their energy bills, according to a new report from Drayton and Schneider Electric. The study of 2,000 British homeowners found that almost 74% have adapted their behaviour over the last 12 months to use less energy during the energy crisis, with 26% of people measuring or tracking […]
2023 BELL Lighting roundup
BELL Lighting has achieved a host of notable accomplishments throughout 2023. The move to its new National Distribution Centre, BELL House, was an extremely significant one. As a company, it now has headquarters capable of facilitating rapid growth, a warehouse accommodating 6,588 pallet locations, over 2,100 saleable product, lines and the capability to achieve 300 […]
EA Technology relaunches its switchgear course
EA Technology, a specialist in asset management solutions for owners and operators of electrical assets, has announced the relaunch of its Keeping Electrical Switchgear Safe course due to increased demand across the industry. The course is said to be essential for industrial or commercial owners/operators of electrical switchgear, or maintenance managers responsible for electrical switchgear. […]
Bouygues E&S completes road tunnel LED lighting upgrade for Kent County Council
Bouygues Energies & Services, an Equans company, has completed a contract for the design and build of a new LED lighting and control system for Chestfield Road Tunnel on the A299 near Whitstable for Kent County Council. The energy-efficient lighting solution will result in energy savings of over one million kWh per year, a 63% […]
HiKOKI announces free Multi Volt battery pack offer
HiKOKI Power Tools has announced an exciting free Multi Volt battery pack offer to its customers. From 1 January-31 March 2024, customers spending £300 including VAT or more on any HiKOKI cordless tools from an approved UK/ROI HiKOKI seller or dealer, can grab a cutting-edge BSL18A36 MV Battery Pack for free, subject to terms and conditions. […]
Essential preparation tips for contractors
As January’s self-assessment tax deadline approaches, self-employed contractors and business owners in the UK construction industry face the critical task of preparing for their tax self-assessment. Often, busy schedules lead to last-minute preparations, resulting in a lack of clarity about tax obligations and what is owed. The 31 January 2024 is the most important deadline […]