UK Power Networks’ DSO opens up new data to boost renewables
UK Power Networks has become the first Distribution System Operator (DSO) to respond to industry calls and to publish full data on curtailment history across its network. The company has acted to be more open with data on when and why distributed energy resources are curtailed to reduce the impact and produce more renewable energy in […]
Trade Mastermind announces exciting van giveaway
Trade Mastermind, a training and coaching provider for the UK’s construction industry, has announced a special giveaway launch to beat the January blues, helping business owners start the year with the right strategy. All attendees of its 7-Figure Business Builder Masterclass events stand a chance to win a Ford Transit Custom worth £15,000. BBC Apprentice […]
Greenbrook joins forces with Tillex
GreenBrook, manufacturer of the Norslo First Fix range, has announced its exclusive UK distribution partnership with Tillex Cable Management, a Danish company renowned for manufacturing a quality, innovative range of clips and plugs. This collaboration marks an exciting opportunity to offer these unique electrical fixing products to customers in the UK. The partnership will combine […]
Government fails to hit EV charger target
According to new research conducted by the RAC, the Government has not hit its target of having six or more rapid or ultra-rapid electric vehicle chargers at every motorway service area in England by the end of 2023. Just 46 (39%) out of 119 motorway services reviewed by the RAC on Zapmap now have a target number […]
Recolight welcomes and responds to WEEE Consultation
The government launched the eagerly anticipated WEEE consultation on 28 December 2023. A range of measures are proposed within the joint UK Government, Scottish Government, Welsh Government and Northern Ireland Executive consultation. Recolight has said that it’s pleased to see that the initial policy proposals cover what had been expected. The reform of the WEEE regulations […]
A wave of tool theft expected over winter – how to protect vehicles
Tradespeople are being warned to take extra security measures over the winter to protect the tools they store in their van. Motoring experts at Lease Van have warned vehicle owners that January is a prime time for criminals to strike and have offered advice on how to protect their equipment. A Freedom of Information request found that […]
£1.8bn of contracts awarded to deliver the UK’s first high-capacity east coast cable project
Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1), a joint venture between National Grid Electricity Transmission and SP Transmission, part of SP Energy Networks, will see the creation of a 525kV, 2GW HVDC subsea transmission cable from Torness in East Lothian, Scotland to Hawthorn Pit in County Durham, England, enabling the transmission of renewable green energy to power more […]
Westmorland and Furness Council enhance resident safety with Aico’s 3000 Series
Westmorland and Furness Council recently commenced a programme of works to install Aico’s 3000 Series, equipped with the Ei3000MRF module for wireless interconnection, across its housing stock, as part of its vision to be ‘a great place to live, work and thrive’. The Ei3000MRF module facilitates a sound-mimicking feature across the range of Aico’s 3000 […]
The KNIPEX range of tool cases and backpacks
According to recent figures, the average distance travelled by construction workers to the site they are working on is 17 miles. Tradespeople often find themselves on the move across various job sites, meaning they need to transport their tools comfortably and securely. Recognising this, KNIPEX has developed a range of tool cases and backpacks which do the […]
2024 predictions: Five development opportunities within the trade industry
2023 was a challenging year for the economy and the construction industry. Activity has fallen for the third consecutive month due to insufficient new work to replace completed projects. Factors such as the high cost of raw materials, interest rates, and a lack of skilled workers have had a massive impact, with November being the second-lowest […]