Electricians urged to get ready for Britain’s battery boom
As the UK continues to lead the way in energy storage investment, NICEIC is encouraging electricians to start upskilling to prepare for growing demand and, in turn, help play a lead role in the clean energy transition. Amid rising energy prices and a sense of growing eco-responsibility, recent years have seen an unprecedented increase in […]
Aico confirmed as ECN Awards 2024 headline sponsor
Electrical Contracting News is delighted to announce that Aico has been confirmed as headline sponsor of the ECN Awards 2024. The ECN Awards 2024 will take place on 5 December 2024 at the Heart of England Conference and Events Centre in Coventry. Aico, the market leader in home life safety, is sponsoring the ECN Awards 2024 to […]
Aspiring electricians progress in Screwfix Trade Apprentice contest
Four aspiring electricians have reached the semi-final stage of this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice contest. Marking a decade of the nationwide competition, which shines a light on the UK and Ireland’s very best future talent, this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice received more than 1,800 applications, and entries have now been whittled down to just 33 […]
Schneider Electric introduces new EV charging solutions
Schneider Electric, an expert in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced new eMobility solutions to address the biggest challenges to electric vehicle (EV) adoption. These innovations will improve the reliability, speed, and convenience of EV charging in homes, workplaces and on the move, the company says. The company’s three new entries […]
Ceiling lamp conduit box casts new light for concrete structures
Further supporting both pre-cast and in-situ concrete construction, enclosures expert Spelsberg has added a new large conduit box for ceiling roses to its IBT range. The U 120 GRO-3-CR is specifically designed for the UK market, providing UK fixing centres for ceiling mounting points for lamps that is ideal for modern residential and commercial building […]
Cygnus to showcase remote notification and monitoring platform
Following the success of its innovative SmartNet fire detection and alarm system range, Cygnus is to debut its remote notification and monitoring platform, Cygnus ALERT, for the very first time at The Fire Safety Event 2024 – a show dedicated to supporting industry professionals and organisations in enhancing and maintaining the high standards in fire […]
The ECN Awards 2024 are now open for entries!
On 5 December 2024, 23 deserving winners will be taking home a coveted ECN Award from the Heart of England Conference and Events Centre in Coventry. Companies in the electrical contracting industry are leading the way in innovation and are constantly striving to improve safety, efficiency and sustainability in all sectors, and we believe it […]
Powerful partnership puts solar and wind projects on the map
A free new tool has been launched for local authorities to quickly identify potential locations for green energy projects. Across London, the East and South East, 80% of local authorities have declared a climate emergency and most are creating energy plans. UK Power Networks, which distributes electricity in these areas, has combined 18 datasets in […]
UK encouraged to prioritise cyber security with EV charging points
In a move to propel the Electric Vehicle (EV) transition within the UK, the Department for Transport has announced new measures to accelerate the installation of EV infrastructure following the announcement in December to install 30,000 new charge points. This will be achieved through offering grants to public schools, nurseries, and local authorities. With that […]
Charging flexibility in multi-storey car parks with the GARO Entity Pro
Tailored solutions for diverse charging needs within businesses, organisations, hotels, shopping centres and car parks. Multi-storey car parks are a key location for the integration of advanced EV charging solutions. Among these solutions, GARO’s Entity Pro EV Charging Station stands out as a market leader in optimising efficiency and convenience. The GARO Entity Pro charger […]