Article: Driving innovation in modular support systems
Meeting modern challenges and driving innovation demands a future-thinking attitude, says Carl Jones, President, Cable Management & Protection at Atkore, as the company celebrates its 100th birthday this year. In this article he explores the current landscape for secondary support systems and outlines how the use of prefabricated and pre-integrated designs is a key benefit […]
NAPIT issues response to Budget
NAPIT has welcomed measures announced in the Budget on housing and clean energy, but has called for greater clarity around what technology will need to be installed in those new homes. Frank Bertie, Managing Director of NAPIT (pictured above), takes up the story: “We have over 20,000 members working across the electrical, heating, plumbing, ventilation, […]
Budget tax rises threaten small builders, says FMB
Small building companies may not be able to shoulder the burden of increased business costs if, as widely reported, the Chancellor increases employers’ National Insurance contributions in next week’s Budget, warns the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, takes up the story: “Many tax rises are being mooted in […]
Article: The symphony of safety
Amit Ravat, Managing Director of Lithe Audio, offers his advice on ensuring electrical compliance in audio and ceiling speaker installations. Meeting UK building regulations is a fundamental aspect of any ceiling speaker installation. These regulations ensure that audio systems are safe, reliable and efficient. This includes ensuring fire resistance, energy efficiency, structural integrity and acoustic […]
Solar leader welcomes Industrial Strategy
Following the release of the Government’s Industrial Strategy, lightweight solar expert, Solivus, believes that although sharpened focus on the progress of clean energy provides a positive step in the right direction, it’s crucial that this ambition is met with decisive, progressive action. Launched on 14 October, the Government’s new Industrial Strategy, the first in seven […]
Article: The need for speed
There needs to be more than conversation around accelerating EV charging infrastructure. Ben Croxford, Delivery Director at Eclipse Power Networks looks at the opportunities that fresh-thinking IDNOs are applying to bring EV transition closer. The recent change of government in the UK has put the spotlight on clean energy and the decarbonisation of our economy. […]
Winning office lighting specifications
With the manufacture of fluorescents banned last September, there is a huge opportunity for contractors to specify and install new lighting schemes for offices as we move towards winter. Andrew Fairhurst, Sales Director at Collingwood Lighting advises on how to get it right. Stocks of fluorescents will be dwindling a year on from their manufacturing […]
NAPIT discusses importance of skilled workers
Brett Forster, Head of Training at NAPIT, discusses the importance of heat pumps, the green skills gap and the transition to net zero. Decarbonisation is high on the agenda as the new government continues its journey to reach net zero targets. The first-ever Heat Pump Week, held between 23-29 September, aims to unite the heat […]
The cost of cabling and the case for future-proofing
When installing cabling into new properties, renovations, or retrofits, it can be tempting to save money and go for cheaper options that do the job in the present day. But when the needs of modern living are constantly changing, will they still do the job for the foreseeable future? Do the reduced initial costs outweigh […]
UK properties “stuck in the Dark Ages”, smart building expert claims
A leading voice in the global smart building industry is set to fly to the UK and tell delegates at a Midlands conference how cost-cutting and tradition are keeping the country’s commercial properties “stuck in the Dark Ages”. Tim Miscovich, the outspoken Chief Commercial Officer of tech innovator, wtec, will use his address at the […]