Snickers Workwear’s energising new technical mid-layers
Snickers Workwear’s new range of lightweight mid-layers are a Fusion of style and performance – built for active work in the autumn. Crafted for full flexibility on site and optimal comfort and built for active work, they’re fully flexible and can be worn as an outer layer when it’s warmer or a mid-layer when it’s […]
SELECT backs Grenfell Inquiry’s call for regulation
Scotland’s largest trade association, SELECT, has echoed the Grenfell Inquiry’s call for regulation and a shake-up of the construction industry – and has urged the Scottish Government to “step up and act on regulation” before tragedy strikes again. The campaigning body says it agrees with inquiry chair Sir Martin Moore-Bick that the sector needs “fundamental […]
LIA announces programme for Autumn Tech Forum
The Lighting Industry Association (LIA) has announced the programme for The Autumn Tech Forum 2024, which is set to take place on Wednesday 23 October at The Studio in Birmingham. The forum promises to deliver access to the latest industry insights, along with engaging discussions and networking opportunities for professionals across the lighting industry. Attendees […]
UK tradespeople urge government for more support
UK tradespeople are calling for the new government to make a clearer plan aimed at supporting more people into the construction industry and upskilling existing staff, following a recent survey conducted by Screwfix. More than 1,000 UK tradespeople were surveyed about life in the trade, their key challenges and opportunities as the construction industry faces […]
UK home heating could be set for revolutionary change
Millions of UK homes could successfully switch to low carbon electrified heating whilst easing pressure on the electricity grid by using innovative heat battery technology. The landmark innovation trial ‘Neat Heat’, led by UK Power Networks in partnership with OVO and tepeo found the switch would significantly help the UK meet its net zero targets […]
Ansell Lighting launches Bespoke LED Strip Cutting Service
Reducing installation time on site, Ansell Lighting has launched a new bespoke cutting service for its range of LED strip lighting. Supplying product already pre-cut to required lengths, the new service is ideal for projects of all sizes and applications, with strips supplied pre-soldered or with all required joining accessories. Offering personalised support, Ansell Lighting […]
Webro gets SLIM with Triotronik
Webro Cables & Connectors has announced that it has been appointed as the UK distribution partner for Triotronik SLIM Patch Leads. The innovative product line-up has been created to solve the long-standing problems of cable chaos and space limitations in server racks. Trusted by customers in over 70 countries and highly favoured by installers, integrators, technicians, and engineers, the […]
Scottish Government approves battery energy storage system
Kona Energy, an energy storage development specialist, has announced that the Scottish Government has granted consent for the construction and operation of the Smeaton Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), a 228MW:456MWh project near Dalkeith, East Lothian. This development is set to significantly contribute to the decarbonisation of the UK grid, achieving estimated carbon savings of […]
BG updates market on bidirectional devices mandate
A supplier of consumer units, BG, is updating electrical installers and wholesalers on the latest category-relevant safety legislation affecting electricians and electrical engineers who are inspecting, testing or installing circuits that are covered by circuit protection devices. The changes in the IET’s 3rd Amendment to BS7671: 18th Edition on 31 July 2024 reflect safety and, […]
One Click LCA partners with Recolight
One Click LCA, a provider of life-cycle assessment (LCA) and environmental product declaration (EPD) software, has announced a strategic reseller partnership with Recolight, the operator of one of the UK’s largest Reuse and Recycling Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) compliance schemes. The strategic partnership between One Click LCA and Recolight will offer expertise, guidance, […]