UK Power Networks’ ChargePoint Navigator updated
Local authorities rolling out public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure can now access enhanced planning information through an updated version of ChargePoint Navigator, a free digital platform designed to support public chargepoint deployment. The latest update introduces enhanced Connections Insights, providing information on likely connection costs, eligibility, timelines, and connection viability for individual chargepoint locations. […]
Siemens introduces ultra-fast circuit protection technology
German multinational technology company Siemens has introduced its SENTRON Electronic Circuit Protection Device (ECPD) to the UK market, offering a new approach to protecting low-voltage electrical circuits in commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure environments. Launched at the company’s Transform 2026 event in Manchester, the semiconductor-based device is designed to detect and isolate electrical faults significantly faster […]
Super Rod hosts inaugural Elite Testers Conference
Super Rod, a UK manufacturer of cable installation tools and accessories, has held its first Elite Testers Conference, bringing together product testers, business partners, and colleagues from Klein Tools Europe for two days of discussion and networking in Worcester. Held on 9 July 2026 at The Guildhall, the event was organised to recognise the contribution […]
NAPIT responds to Government’s plug-in solar consultation
Certification body and training provider NAPIT has responded to the UK Government’s consultation on enabling the safe deployment of plug-in solar technologies within the UK. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero asked for views on proposed amendments to the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994 (PSSR) to allow plug-in solar to connect via […]
WAGO marks 75 years of engineering innovation
WAGO, a German manufacturer of electrical interconnection and automation technology, is celebrating its 75th anniversary, marking more than seven decades of supplying electrical interconnection, automation, and interface technology. Founded in 1951 in Minden, Germany, the family-owned company now employs around 9,000 people, operates in more than 33 countries, and reported revenue of €1.34 billion (£1.14 […]
Sangamo highlights three-channel programmable thermostat kit
With August marking the start of pre-winter boiler checks and heating upgrades, Sangamo is reminding installers of its three-channel programmable thermostat kit – an easy-to-install, Part L-compliant solution for properties requiring zoned heating control. The kit provides independent control of two heating zones and hot water, helping installers meet the requirements of Part L Building […]
Collingwood releases new Tri Bay high bay lighting range
Collingwood Lighting, a UK manufacturer of LED lighting products, has introduced the Tri Bay range, a high bay luminaire designed to support a variety of warehouse and industrial lighting applications from a single fitting. The range has been developed to provide greater flexibility in environments where layouts are regularly reconfigured. The models feature a switchable […]
Makita launches compact USB-C battery charger
Makita, a manufacturer of power tools and outdoor equipment, has expanded its battery charging range with the introduction of the DC18SJ, a compact charger compatible with the company’s 14.4V and 18V LXT batteries. Designed for use on the move, the charger uses USB-C Power Delivery (USB-PD) technology, allowing batteries to be charged from a range […]
Unicrimp expands bootlace ferrule range with new sizes
Unicrimp, a manufacturer of cable accessories and part of the Scolmore Group, has strengthened its bootlace ferrule range with the introduction of two sizes: 16mm and 35mm. These additions build on installer and wholesaler feedback, expanding the range so customers can now access the full spectrum of sizes from one trusted supplier. The introduction of […]
Ansell Lighting introduces new floodlight for padel courts
Lighting manufacturer Ansell Lighting has expanded its outdoor lighting portfolio with the introduction of Exa-C, a floodlight developed specifically for padel courts. The new luminaire has been introduced as participation in the sport continues to grow across the UK, with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) reporting around 860,000 players and more than 1,500 courts nationwide. Constructed […]