Manrose’s Quiet Fan X5 offers a quiet solution
Demand for quieter products in the home is still on the rise. According to a recent National Noise Report from Quiet Mark, 82% of adults surveyed said it matters how loud an appliance is when buying a product. The report also revealed that 84% of respondents said it’s important to have quiet time to recharge […]
PureAir Home PIV rids bungalow of severe condensation
A PureAir Home from Vent-Axia has solved the problem of condensation for a couple in Shropshire. The Vent-Axia PureAir Home Positive Input Ventilation unit (PIV) was installed in Mr and Mrs Hopkins’ two-bedroom bungalow in Shrewsbury. Built in 1982, the couple moved into the bungalow two years ago but had a problem with condensation from the start. […]
TikTok trades – inspiring the next generation of tradespeople
Although tradespeople don’t even make up a minority of TikTok’s user base, the platform has a surprisingly larger-than-life community dedicated solely to manual trades. You can watch hours of content related to anything from bricklaying to landscaping, offering an insight into various trades and their daily routines. As the UK currently undergoes a labour […]
Solar installation at Legrand achieves CSR roadmap milestone
Legrand UK & Ireland has saved over a tonne of CO2 in a single month with the installation of a solar photovoltaic (PV) panel array on the roof of its West Bromwich site, near Birmingham. The panels were installed and commissioned in October 2023 and before the end of November had saved 1,087kg of CO2 emissions. This […]
Vimpex launches Ugo Reset – the ultimate call point reset tool
Vimpex has launched a new call point reset tool, the UGO Reset, the ‘Swiss army knife’ of call point test and reset keys for fire alarm and access control resettable call points/emergency release buttons. The UGO reset keeps the keys that fit most major fire alarm and emergency exit push button switch brands, all integral […]
JTL appoints Sandra Warren-Smith as National Delivery Director
JTL has announced the appointment of Sandra Warren-Smith as its new National Delivery Director. In her new role, Sandra will oversee the management of JTL’s regional teams, training centres and apprenticeship programmes. With an extensive background of experience and commitment to contributing to the education agenda and creating career opportunities, Sandra is poised to drive […]
Luceco lights up to support Macmillan for 2024
Luceco has announced that it will be supporting Macmillan as its chosen charity for 2024. With almost 60% of Luceco employees voting for Macmillan Cancer Support, the company will be taking part in a host of fundraising activities throughout the year, including coffee mornings, cake sales and even coracle racing for the more adventurous. […]
AC Electrics celebrates 50 years as a member of SELECT
AC Electrics has celebrated a unique milestone as it chalks up its 50th year as a member of the trade association, SELECT. Over the last half-century, AC Electrics has grown from humble beginnings in Cleland, Lanarkshire, to become a pioneer of green technology that’s also been hand-picked to work for the government in sub-zero temperatures in challenging foreign […]
Aztec Solar appoints new Operations Manager
In the face of rapid expansion, Aztec Solar Energy, a nationwide engineering-led consultancy and installer of bespoke solar photovoltaic (PV) systems (BESS), has appointed Andy Rowlands in a new role as Operations Manager. Andy will manage and oversee the implementation to the final delivery of projects for Aztec Solar Energy. He will have a team […]
CEF launches product created from customer’s kitchen table
CEF has launched a new industry product, designed by a loyal CEF customer. The JAKODA Socket Tester Holder, created by Duncan Thomson, using components from his local store, is now available to purchase across 400+ CEF branches and online. Duncan, an electrician himself, has solved a significant problem for professionals in the industry – socket […]