Female Skills Competition final to be held this week
SPARKS has announced that the grand final of its Female Skills Competition will take place later this week at Stephenson College in Coalville, Leicestershire. The competition, which started in January, has seen Level 2 and 3 electrical learners from across the UK showcase their skills – and after the intense regional heats, the judges have […]
Travis Perkins colleagues complete charity bike ride
Four friends and colleagues from Travis Perkins have completed a mountain bike challenge in North Wales to raise money for Travis Perkins’ charity partner, Alzheimer’s Society. Travis Perkins, a supplier of building materials to the building and construction industry, announced its three-year partnership with Alzheimer’s Society – a charity that works with people living with […]
Keeping your favourite Hamilton products readily available: Made in Bristol!
Ever wondered how Hamilton manages to keep your local wholesalers stocked with its core trade ranges, such as the popular Sheer and Hartland ranges? Crafting Hamilton’s high-quality decorative wiring accessories at its Bristol manufacturing facility involves tried and tested processes that ensure durability and reliability. Curious to see how it’s all done? Welcome in! Click […]
ESP expands Beacon assistance alarm kits with Part M version
ESP has expanded its Beacon Disabled Refuge and Assistance Alarm product range to include a new Part M version of its assistance alarm kit. The new assistance alarm kit is designed to meet the criteria of care standards that are set out in Part M building regulations BS 8300. BS 8300 is a British Code […]
Essential Catenary wire accessories from Unicrimp
Unicrimp’s Q-Crimp catenary wire and accessories range includes a catenary wire kit bundle which brings all the essential items together in one handy kit form to aid installers. Catenary wire is used to create an overhead catenary to support pipes, banners, cables and lighting, for example. The range comprises two lengths of 3mm galvanised steel […]
High-quality tools showcased in latest Jefferson catalogue
Running from April to September, the new catalogue from Jefferson Tools introduces an array of high-quality tools that have been designed to meet the demanding requirements of professionals across the automotive, building/construction and agriculture sectors. Among the highlights are tools for lifting (like a range of Nemesis jacks), axle stands for holding cars when they’ve […]
A guide to preventing fatigue whilst behind the wheel
Van experts at Lease Van have shared five tips for tradespeople and drivers to remain in proper control of their vehicles when working long shifts. New data has revealed that 60% of van drivers in the country are working longer hours, equating to an average of nine hours a day – which is an increase […]
Expert advice on how to manage customer waiting lists effectively
A life in the trades sometimes comes with setbacks, and these can affect how quickly workers can attend requests for new jobs. Research by IronmongeryDirect found that the average waiting list for a UK tradesperson is five weeks, with roofers having the largest demand (nine weeks). Staff shortages (28%), finding staff with the right skillset […]
LIA Announces keynote speaker for upcoming AGM
The Lighting Industry Association (The LIA) has announced that Hywel Davies, independent expert in building safety regulation and building performance change, will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Annual General Meeting and lunch. Exclusively for The LIA’s members and their guests, the event presents a unique opportunity for members to gather and engage in […]
Record financial support for offshore wind
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has pledged a record £800 million of support for offshore wind in this year’s Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 6 (AR6). It represents a fourfold increase for offshore wind on the previous round, as the industry strives to deliver the UK’s ambition of 50GW of […]