What’s In-Store For ECN?
You might have noticed a few changes here at ECN over the last few months – and it’s a trend that’s set to continue over the coming year. We’re looking to the future as we continue our quest to remain the magazine you need, covering the most relevant, informative, and thought-provoking articles for the electrical […]
C. K. Tools Comes To The Rescue Of Electrician
C.K tools has come to the rescue of electrician Jason Price, of Jason Price Electrical Services, whose hand was badly injured when a cable rod by another supplier splintered during use. Jason is now the owner of a C.K MightyRods PRO cable rod set. The story came to light when William Sheridan from C.K was […]
NICEIC, ELECSA And JTL Partner To Offer 18th Edition Training
NICEIC, ELECSA and JTL have formed a partnership aimed at ensuring electrical contractors have the widest choice of training courses in the country for the upcoming 18th Edition changes. The 18th Edition standard will be published on July 1, 2018, leading to the need for more training support. Electrical contractors will be given a six […]
The Heat Is On
Consumers often underestimate the importance of considering key issues when researching electric heating options for their homes. As a result, many choose heaters that are not suited to their personal needs or incur higher than expected running costs. This creates an opportunity for electrical contractors to provide guidance to their customers, walking them through the […]
Electric Heating Could Be Key To Raising Efficiency Of Rental Properties, Says Dimplex
Modern electric heating appliances could be the answer to help landlords of more than 323,000 private rental properties to meet new energy efficiency standards, says Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation. From April 1, all private rented properties in England and Wales must achieve at least an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of E before landlords […]
NICEIC And ELECSA Offer 18th Edition Pre-Orders
Electrical contractors can now pre-order their copy of the upcoming 18th Edition from NICEIC and ELECSA. The 18th Edition will be available on July 2. Contractors who pre-order their copy will ensure they get the book when it first comes out. The new standard is expected to retail at £95 when it launches. Contractors who […]
New Guide To Improve Consumer Product Safety Recalls Released
The government’s new Office for Product Safety and Standards has teamed up with BSI, the UK’s national standards body, to launch the first government-backed Code of Practice (PAS 7100) for product safety recall in the UK. The Code of Practice includes details on how a business can monitor the safety of products and plan for […]
NICEIC Launches Bursary Scheme For Women In Electrical Industry
To celebrate International Women’s Day, NICEIC is setting up a bursary scheme to help women in the electrical industry. NICEIC has long campaigned for more women to enter the electrical sector. Now it is taking the next step by offering grants to women already working in the industry or looking to get a helping hand […]
The LIA Team Up With UL To Simplify Luminaire Certification
The UK’s lighting industry trade body, the Lighting Industry Association (LIA), and the global safety science organisation UL have announced a new agreement aimed to establish a strong collaboration between the two organisations that will simplify the testing and certification services for UK lighting manufacturers wishing to achieve third party testing and approval. The LIA […]
Prices Continue To Fall For Ultra-Efficient Solar Panels
The price of solar power is continuing its downward trend, while the efficiency of solar panels continues to improve. That means that electrical contractors can now get their hands on ultra-efficient ‘mono crystalline’ solar panels that cost just 45¢/W; that’s a 37.5% drop when compared to previous prices, according to the US Energy Information Administration. […]