‘Stop using your multimeter for proving dead!’

In test equipment manufacturer Kewtech‘s previous article, ‘Is your equipment GS38 compliant?’, the company looked at what it means to be HSE GS38 compliant and why it is important to select measuring equipment that is suitable and rated for the prospective fault current when carrying out safe isolation. For a recap, GS38 is the UK […]
Ansell Lighting adds Calico to wall light range

Ansell Lighting, a designer and manufacturer of luminaires, has expanded its wall lighting range with the introduction of Calico, a slim architectural wall light designed for residential and hospitality settings. The luminaire features selectable correlated colour temperature (CCT) options of 2700K, 3000K, and 4000K, allowing installers to adjust the lighting output depending on the environment. […]
ESR cautiously welcomes Tenant Satisfaction Measures plans

The Regulator of Social Housing’s plans to introduce Tenant Satisfaction Measures (TSM) on electrical safety have been given a cautious welcome by the Electrical Safety Roundtable (ESR). The ESR is a cross-industry body with over a decade promoting electrical safety in the home, social housing, and workplace. The Regulator has asked stakeholders if they agree […]
Aico reveals Community Awards 2026 shortlist

Aico, a manufacturer of residential fire and carbon monoxide detection products, has announced the official shortlist for the Community Awards 2026, celebrating the outstanding achievements, innovation, and dedication demonstrated across the social housing and fire safety sectors. This year saw a large volume of entries, with judges commenting on both the quality and breadth of […]
UKPS to deliver Cardiff ground source heat network

UK Power Solutions (UKPS), a UK provider of multi-utility connections for residential, industrial, and commercial projects, has been appointed by Wates Residential to deliver a ground source heat network at the former Michaelston Community College site in Cardiff. The scheme is expected to be the first of its kind in the city. It forms part […]
Elucian expands consumer unit range with IP65 EV boards

Elucian, a UK manufacturer of circuit protection devices and consumer units under the Click Scolmore brand, has recently added new IP65-rated EV boards to its popular consumer unit range, providing electricians with a robust solution tailored for the growing demand in electric vehicle charging installations. As electric vehicle adoption accelerates across the UK, the role […]
Advanced introduces SmokeGo smoke control system

Smoke control remains a critical life safety measure in commercial and public buildings, with most fire-related fatalities linked to smoke inhalation rather than flame exposure. Effective systems are designed to keep escape routes clear, limit smoke spread, and support firefighting operations. In the UK, smoke control must comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order […]
Breathing Buildings marks 20 years

Breathing Buildings, a UK provider of controlled hybrid and natural ventilation systems, is marking its 20th anniversary, highlighting two decades of hybrid and low-energy ventilation development. Founded in 2006 as a spin-out from the University of Cambridge, the company was established following research into its E-stack mixing ventilation system, developed in collaboration with the Massachusetts […]
NAPIT welcomes new Certification and Standards Director

Certification body and training provider NAPIT says it is pleased to announce that Andrew Parkin has joined the business as Certification and Standards Director. Andrew joins NAPIT from his role as Technical Development Director at fellow Phenna Group company Elmhurst Energy. His experience in this technical role within the building certification and energy efficiency sectors […]
Vent-Axia Sentinel Apex specified for Carmarthen project

British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia‘s Sentinel Apex ventilation units have been installed at the Carmarthen Health and Wellbeing Hwb project, a 245,000ft² redevelopment of the former Debenhams building in Carmarthen, Wales. The multi-million-pound scheme is transforming the site into a mixed-use health and leisure hub, including public healthcare services, a customer service centre, a 24-hour gym, […]