GTEC brings portable renewables training to the Isle of Man

GTEC, part of the United Living Group, has been working with Construction Isle of Man and the Manx government on a new project to bring MCS accredited renewables training to the Isle of Man (IOM). Prior to GTEC’s involvement, there was no provision for this on the island. GTEC identified the lack of training for […]

NAPIT publishes guide on solar photovoltaic systems

The latest NAPIT publication, NAPIT Practical Guide: Solar Photovoltaic Systems, is now available for purchase. The title has been created to assist electricians and renewable contractors with a practical understanding of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems including design, selection, installation and commissioning of Solar PV Systems. The publication provides practical guidance of maintenance and fault finding […]

NAPIT and Utilita to offer low carbon technology courses

NAPIT Training has teamed up with Utilita to deliver the courses essential to meet the demand for installing low carbon technology in homes across the country. NAPIT Training is a leading provider of high-quality industry training, offering dedicated courses that enable candidates to achieve industry-recognised qualifications in their trade. The partnership with Utilita will see […]

Solar energy breakthrough could reduce need for solar farms

Scientists at Oxford University Physics Department have developed a revolutionary approach which could generate increasing amounts of solar electricity without the need for silicon-based solar panels. Instead, their innovation works by coating a new power-generating material onto the surfaces of everyday objects like rucksacks, cars, and mobile phones. Their new light-absorbing material is, for the […]

Data centre powered by solar energy generated onsite

iomart, a leading provider of cloud hosting and managed services, has installed 560 solar panels on its flagship data centre in Maidenhead, which will contribute to the aim of self-sustaining energy during the summer to power the site. The solar panels will generate circa 250,000 kWh of energy per annum at the data centre, avoiding […]

Join the Eaton Electrical Contractor Power Advantage Partner Programme

Eaton is committed to helping you grow your business by developing your professional skills, and its Electrical Contractor Power Advantage Partner Programme features all the content and tools you need to stay ahead of the competition.  Online training is, more than ever, an important and convenient way of furthering your professional development. That’s why Eaton […]

CU Phosco introduces PhosLink Adjustable Power Connector

CU Phosco, the largest family-owned UK designer and manufacturer of outdoor lighting solutions, has announced the launch of a new product, the PhosLink Adjustable Power Connector. Designed for the versatile CU Phosco E95X luminaire range, PhosLink offers an unprecedented level of power adjustability and efficiency for outdoor lighting applications. The PhosLink series includes two variants […]

School heating system harnesses heat from thermal spring

A primary school and bowls pavilion in a South Wales village have switched to clean, renewable heating in an innovative way that cannot be replicated anywhere else in Wales. Ffynnon Taf Primary School and the Pavilion at Taff’s Well Bowling Club in Taff’s Well, Wales, have had a bold new heating system installed by Kensa, […]

UK Power Networks recruits new power apprentices

Twenty-six recruits are supercharging their careers on UK Power Networks’ power apprenticeship. A tree top adventure instructor, mortgage broker, former ballerina and motorbike mechanic are among the recruits switching to new roles with Britain’s biggest electricity distribution network operator. They have joined the 86 craft apprentices already training in specialist skills as cable jointers, substation […]

Omron launches high power PCB relay

Omron Electronic Components Europe has launched a new high power PCB relay for use in AC wallboxes for Mode 3 AC EV charging stations. Omron states that the G9KC relay provides the lowest contact resistance available on the market, and that it produces significantly less load terminal heat rise when in operation compared to equivalent […]