‘Buy, Spin, Win’ with BG’s new promotion
British General (BG), a UK manufacturer of electrical wiring accessories, is giving installers the chance to win unforgettable travel experiences with the new ‘Buy, Spin, Win’ promotion, running across selected promotional BG Consumer Units. Through this promotion, there’s the possibility to win a VIP trip to Las Vegas, Oktoberfest in Munich, or New York City, […]
Who’s Who – The number one junction box for UK installers
Built on performance and installer trust, GEWISS is recognised for reliable, high-quality products that are engineered for efficiency, consistency, and real-world installation demands. In this special Who’s Who feature, the company explains why its junction boxes are the perfect choice for electrical contractors. Leadership in the UK electrical sector is not built on claims, but […]
B.E.G. installs lighting controls at Edinburgh’s Ocean Terminal
B.E.G., a German manufacturer of occupancy sensors, motion detectors, and lighting control products, has delivered a lighting controls system at the Ocean Terminal residential development in Edinburgh, supporting energy efficiency and reduced operational power consumption across the site. The 338-apartment development has been built on previously unused land and includes four residential buildings ranging from […]
Makita launches 40V reciprocating saw
Makita, a manufacturer of power tools and outdoor equipment, has introduced the JR003GZ 40V reciprocating saw to its XGT cordless tool range. Designed for heavy-duty cutting applications, the saw is intended for use on materials including wood, cast iron, and steel pipework. The tool features a newly developed chain vice designed to secure pipework during […]
YLEM signs energy installation agreement with Brown-Forman
YLEM Energy, a Salford-based independent onsite power generation specialist, has agreed to install a new energy management system at a Brown-Forman bottling plant and logistics hub in Newbridge near Edinburgh. According to the companies, the project is intended to improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and support wider sustainability targets at the site. YLEM Energy […]
Waltham Forest upgrades street lighting network
British LED lighting manufacturer Acrospire has worked with the London Borough of Waltham Forest to complete a borough-wide LED street lighting retrofit programme, upgrading around 500 lanterns across residential streets. The project used bespoke retrofit kits to upgrade existing luminaires with LED technology while retaining the original lantern housings. According to the council, the approach […]
Ratio launches new ‘City’ EV charger range
Ratio EV, a UK manufacturer of EV charging stations and power distribution systems, has launched its new City range of EV chargers, designed for public charging infrastructure including town centres, residential streets, and public car parks. The new io7 City and io8 City chargers are intended for use by chargepoint operators, local authorities, and electrical […]
NICEIC offering discount on e-learning courses
NICEIC, a certification body for the UK’s electrical contracting industry, is offering a 20% discount on selected e-learning courses until the end of May. The promotion covers online training courses related to Amendment 4 of BS 7671, including the 18th Edition (2382-26) Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671, Level 3 Award and 18th Edition Amendment […]
£2.6m power boost underway in Sheerness
Distribution network operator UK Power Networks is reportedly investing more than £2.6 million to future-proof electricity supplies in Sheerness on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent. The company is delivering an upgrade at the Sheerness Primary Substation to connect a new customer to the network, increase capacity, and upgrade the network for more than 6,100 […]
Click Scolmore marks 35 years of Kitemark certification
Wiring accessories manufacturer Click Scolmore is marking 35 years of continuous BSI Kitemark certification for its BS1363 socket outlets. The certification milestone comes as the company highlights the importance of independently verified testing and product standards within the electrical accessories market. The BSI Kitemark, first introduced in 1903, is used to demonstrate that products have […]