SkillELECTRIC contest names this year’s finalists
SkillELECTRIC, the annual search for the UK’s best student electrician and a part of the WorldSkills UK competition framework, has named the eight competitors who have been named as this year’s UK finalists. The eight individuals who scored most highly across the recent national qualifying heats are as follows: Charlie Moore – Bramham Electrical / […]
Registration now open for Smart Buildings Show 2024
Registration is now open for Smart Buildings Show 2024, the UK’s largest commercial smart buildings event. This year’s edition will take place on 9-10 October 2024 at ExCeL London, and is once again free to attend. Last year, a stream of more than 2,000 visitors flowed through the exhibition hall and attended presentations from over […]
ECA welcomes government’s house building plans
ECA has welcomed the new government’s plans for an immediate programme of house building, investment in infrastructure including clean energy, and unblocking the planning system. ECA Chief Operating Officer, Andrew Eldred, explains, “We have seen a new era of opportunity set out by the Chancellor and the Secretary of State for Energy Security. Businesses in […]
PULS launches PISA-M electronic circuit breakers
PULS, a provider of DIN-Rail power supplies, has announced the launch of its new series of PISA-M 4-channel electronic circuit breakers (ECBs). These devices are the perfect safety and power distribution tool for applications with power requirements ranging from 90W to 480W. The new PULS electronic circuit breakers manage the current distribution on the secondary […]
The five most costly problems tradespeople face
With most of the UK experiencing the impact of the cost-of-living crisis, it is important that unexpected costs are avoided where possible. However, those working in skilled trades face several challenges in their roles which pose a financial threat. Rob Rees, Divisional Director of Markel Direct, a specialist insurer of tradespeople, highlights the five costliest […]
CEF to bring TechTalks to locations across the UK
Leading electrical wholesaler, CEF, has announced that registrations are now open for its upcoming series of TechTalks, commencing in September. Taking place in over 20 locations across the UK, the free and educational events are back for a fourth series and will once again feature expert advisers and presenters providing insightful information on the latest […]
NAPIT responds to the general election
In this story, Frank Bertie, Managing Director of NAPIT, welcomes the positive approach of the new Labour Government’s willingness to engage with industry to bring forward plans to meet the net zero targets, and looks forward to working with Government officials, politicians and policy makers from all parties. After the general election on 4 July, […]
Signify announces launch of new UK lighting brand
Lighting specialist Signify is launching a comprehensive new over-the-counter trade range of lighting under a new brand named Ecolink. Designed and developed in the UK to meet the specific needs of electrical professionals, the new Ecolink range has been developed with the vision to illuminate spaces through competitively priced, energy efficient LED luminaires. July sees […]
InstallerSHOW announces Building Safety Week 2025
Following a record-breaking event at the NEC Birmingham in June, InstallerSHOW has announced the launch of Building Safety Week 2025 with partners, Building a Safer Future (BSF) and the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI). A joint initiative with the BSF and CCPI, as well as a host of other industry associations, Building Safety Week […]
KNX UK announces details of this year’s National Conference
KNX UK has announced the details of its upcoming National Conference, an event designed for professionals in the building automation, construction, building design and electrical engineering industries. Set to take place on 5 September 2024 at SAMA Bankside in London, this year’s conference will offer a dynamic and interactive agenda aimed at equipping attendees with […]