Electric underfloor heating: A practical growth opportunity
As the UK heating market continues to evolve, electrical installers are increasingly being asked to deliver solutions that go beyond simple wiring and compliance. Homeowners and specifiers now expect greater comfort, smarter control, and improved energy efficiency, while also demanding invisible heating solutions that free up wall space and remove the need for radiators altogether, […]
MAGDUO: The two-wire fire alarm system from ESP
Security products supplier ESP’s MAGDUO two-wire fire alarm system has been designed with small-to-medium sized contractors in mind, providing a flexible and adaptable solution that helps reduce installation time and overall project costs. Two-wire fire alarm systems are based on conventional system technology but offer a more streamlined wiring approach. Unlike traditional four-wire conventional systems […]
“The tester everyone is talking about”
Kewtech, a leading manufacturer of professional electrical test equipment, presents your guide to the ultimate MFT and explains why it is fast becoming the industry favourite. Every electrical contractor knows that testing isn’t just about ticking boxes. It’s about confidence. Confidence that your readings are accurate, your results are defensible, and your equipment won’t let […]
Unicrimp adds Pink PVC Tape to cable accessory range
Unicrimp, a UK manufacturer of cable accessories and electrical fittings and part of the Scolmore Group, has expanded its comprehensive Q-Crimp cable accessories portfolio with the introduction of a new Pink PVC Tape, developed specifically to provide clear and compliant identification of Functional Earth conductors within electrical installations. Designed to deliver instant visual differentiation, the […]
Fluke launches FEV500 EV charger tester
Fluke, a manufacturer of industrial test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment, has launched the FEV500, a testing device designed for fast DC electric vehicle charging stations. The tool is intended for testing and maintaining high-power Level 3 chargers, which operate at significantly higher energy levels than AC charging systems and rely on complex digital communication protocols. […]
TRT Lighting launches R-Range LED tunnel luminaire
TRT Lighting, a UK manufacturer of LED lighting products, has introduced the R-Range, an LED luminaire designed for road and rail tunnel environments. The fitting has been developed to meet S12 fire safety requirements, which govern material behaviour, smoke generation, and flame spread in transport and sub-surface infrastructure. Its construction includes low-plastic-content materials, EN45545-2 approved […]
‘Stop using your multimeter for proving dead!’
In test equipment manufacturer Kewtech‘s previous article, ‘Is your equipment GS38 compliant?’, the company looked at what it means to be HSE GS38 compliant and why it is important to select measuring equipment that is suitable and rated for the prospective fault current when carrying out safe isolation. For a recap, GS38 is the UK […]
Elucian expands consumer unit range with IP65 EV boards
Elucian, a UK manufacturer of circuit protection devices and consumer units under the Click Scolmore brand, has recently added new IP65-rated EV boards to its popular consumer unit range, providing electricians with a robust solution tailored for the growing demand in electric vehicle charging installations. As electric vehicle adoption accelerates across the UK, the role […]
Advanced introduces SmokeGo smoke control system
Smoke control remains a critical life safety measure in commercial and public buildings, with most fire-related fatalities linked to smoke inhalation rather than flame exposure. Effective systems are designed to keep escape routes clear, limit smoke spread, and support firefighting operations. In the UK, smoke control must comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order […]
Breathing Buildings marks 20 years
Breathing Buildings, a UK provider of controlled hybrid and natural ventilation systems, is marking its 20th anniversary, highlighting two decades of hybrid and low-energy ventilation development. Founded in 2006 as a spin-out from the University of Cambridge, the company was established following research into its E-stack mixing ventilation system, developed in collaboration with the Massachusetts […]