Snickers Workwear’s new softshell windproof trousers
Long-lasting, innovative fabrics for comfort, sustainability and longevity are the hallmark of Snickers Workwear work trousers – it’s what sets them apart from other brands. The new AllroundWork Trousers combine four-way stretch and Sorona fabrics to deliver functionality and a street-smart, slim-fit look. They have integral windproof softshell material and thin, elastic panels working together […]
Signify launches ultimate platform for professional lighting installers
Signify has announced the launch of the Signify Lumxpert website, an innovative platform for electricians and professional installers. With this new expansion, Signify Lumxpert is now available both as a web version as well as the existing mobile app, accessible for free on the App Store and Google Play Store. The Signify Lumxpert platform provides […]
New standard to ensure safety for EV charging equipment
With the increase in Electric Vehicle (EV) uptake, the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) is calling for a standardised approach for EV charging equipment dealing with faults on the public low voltage electrical distribution network. The IET has published a new standard to tackle this, known as Open combined protective and neutral (PEN) conductor […]
BRUSH Group launches CRYNO switchgear solution
Energy engineering solutions provider, BRUSH Group, has launched CRYNO, a compact, efficient, and versatile switchgear solution for numerous electrical power applications. Designed and built in Wales, CRYNO is a 12kV fixed pattern, indoor, metal-enclosed, vacuum switchgear that combines the best of BRUSH’s highly regarded Eclipse and Quantum switchboards, to deliver a solution that offers an […]
Manrose wins accolade at IBA Supplier of the Year 2024 Awards
Manrose, a British ventilation manufacturer, has been named as a winner at the IBA Supplier of The Year 2024 Awards. Voted for by IBA Buying Group members, Manrose won the ‘Most Improved Supplier’ award, reflecting customers’ positive supply experience through the year and the continuous improvement Manrose strives to implement. The awards took place on […]
Crackdown on late payments in support for small businesses
The Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) reports that the government has unveiled new measures to support small businesses and the self-employed by tackling the scourge of late payments, which is costing small businesses £22,000 a year on average and leads to 50,000 business closures a year. In addition, new legislation being brought in the coming weeks […]
Digital tools key to navigating challenges for UK tradespeople
ToolTime, a provider of job management software for tradespeople, has published research into the use of digital tools by small and micro UK trade businesses. The findings reveal that 88% of tradespeople (91% of electricians) consider digital and software tools to be important for successful operation, with 89% using them to help with day-to-day business […]
BGEN expands presence in Barrow-in-Furness
BGEN, one of the UK’s largest engineering companies specialising in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation, has expanded its presence in Barrow-in-Furness. The company has opened a second office in the town as the business eyes growth opportunities with BAE Systems, as well as supporting customers across industries including energy, manufacturing and nuclear. “We’re expanding […]
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 […]
Ansell introduces new Luna bulkhead
Extending its popular bulkhead range, Ansell Lighting has unveiled Luna, a new internal wall/ceiling bulkhead that delivers strong performance and durability across a wide range of applications. Highly efficient, Luna delivers 150lm/W and offers a choice of two selectable power outputs, 12W or 22W, for optimal brightness and energy savings. Luna’s sleek design complements a […]