Work dips for trades, with a 20% decrease in job value
According to data analysis, there was a steep drop in the value of trade jobs over the past year. Data, from field management software specialist Workever, shows that the average quote value dropped by 6.5% in 2023 compared to data in 2022, with the value of quotes given the green light by homeowners dropping by nearly […]
City Plumbing to unveil new Basildon branch
City Plumbing is set to open its new Basildon branch on 26 February. Moving to a new location at Carnival Park on Carnival Close, City Plumbing’s new and larger branch will be able to offer greater stock availability to customers, coupled with a Renewables Centre, Underfloor Heating Store and Bathroom Showroom. As part of City […]
CEF announces sponsorship of ‘All Roads Lead to Rome’ challenge
CEF has announced its sponsorship of the ‘Dodd1e’5 Gr4nd S7am’ team and their upcoming ‘All Roads Lead to Rome’ challenge, in support of the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. The event will see the team cycle from Edinburgh to Rome to raise money for the charity and its contributions to MND research. Starting in Murrayfield, Edinburgh […]
Mood match LEDs with Flex strips from Knightsbridge
Knightsbridge says its LED Flex strip lighting is ideal for creating ambient lighting in kitchens, bedrooms and other spaces deserving colourful and energy-efficient accents. Flex’s low profile – from 1.5mm to 2mm – and 8mm width makes it ideal for hard-to-access, space-constrained locations, while its 3M self-adhesive backing tape provides a robust and durable fixing. […]
THORNeco unveils new catalogue featuring exciting updates
THORNeco has announced the release of its latest catalogue, showcasing its newest innovations. The updated product lineup includes upgrades to popular luminaires Boris, Anna and Julie, offering even greater flexibility, efficiency and ease of installation. THORNeco Boris The Boris High Bay luminaire now boasts improved efficiency of up to 162lm/W and offers exceptional performance with low […]
NVC Lighting launches national campaign for emergency lighting range
NVC Lighting has launched its first-ever integrated marketing communications campaign to promote its new dedicated emergency lighting range. NVC Lighting’s ‘LiFe’ range comes with a seven-year warranty as standard for complete peace of mind and is powered by Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery technology, making the range 80% more efficient and twice as long-lasting as […]
Performance iN Lighting sparks aesthetic excellence
With founders specialising in Italian art and design, a lighting manufacturer says it is sparking creativity, innovation and aesthetic excellence across the globe. Performance iN Lighting (Powered by Gewiss UK) says it is continuing to attract architects and designers worldwide seeking the ultimate in style, sophistication and craftsmanship for its latest lighting projects. The current […]
ESP’s large CCTV projects covered with 24/7 Colour IP range
For large, commercial projects requiring a robust and reliable CCTV solution, ESP says it can provide an all-embracing solution. From the initial stages, which include scoping the project, site visits, and providing detailed drawings and 3D plans, through to the specification of the CCTV system that will best suit the application, contractors can rely on a […]
Instaspark launches specialist commercial electrical brand, Orbem
Instaspark, an electrical services provider, has announced the launch of Orbem, a specialist electrical firm servicing the commercial sector. The news follows a year of unprecedented growth for Instaspark, reaching a turnover of approximately £1.6 million in 2023, driving geographical expansion across the UK, and securing multiple lucrative contracts, including Co-Op, Haribo and True […]
CTEK offers free EV charge point training for UK installers
Installers can get free training on installing EV charge points from CTEK. The monthly free online training is delivered by CTEK’s UK-based Skillbase team and will equip installers with the knowledge on how to install and network CTEK EV charge points, load balance, configure and troubleshoot. The four-hour sessions are designed to equip the installer to […]