Powerstar announces new CEO
The Powerstar board has announced the appointment of Solon Mardapittas to the role of CEO. Solon previously held the role of Chief Technical Officer, leading the engineering, manufacturing, and software teams across all of Powerstar’s main product lines: voltage optimisation, battery energy storage and transformers. During that time, Solon spearheaded the innovation-driven and customer-focused areas […]
New additions to the Hanwha Techwin thermal range
Hanwha Techwin Europe has launched three new additions to the Wisenet T range, the TNO-L3030T, TNO-L4030T, and TNO-L4030TR. These thermal cameras feature a low frame rate of 8fps, which means they fall outside of Regulation (EU) 2021/821 and the Wassenaar Arrangement, and are therefore not classed as ‘military use’, enabling them a very quick delivery […]
Replenishh choose Fuuse as preferred software partner
Replenishh has joined forces with the charge point management platform Fuuse to help streamline EV installations for electrical contractors and their customers. Announced as a preferred software partner, Fuuse is now available through Replenishh to complement and enhance the performance of OCPP-compliant chargers. Fuuse can power multi-manufacturer networks, integrating with leading brands in the industry. […]
Industry research – please take part
The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) is calling on all electrical contractors to take part in its latest research project to gather refreshed labour market intelligence (LMI) for the electrotechnical industry. TESP needs your input on the type of work being carried out across the sector and your workforce profile. Your involvement is essential to help […]
JIB Skills Development Fund celebrates 70 years
The Joint Industry Board (JIB) is celebrating the 70th anniversary of its Skills Development Fund (SDF) by urging members to take advantage of the many opportunities to raise their skill levels and enter new and emerging markets. With the move towards net zero and need for low carbon technologies within the built environment, the JIB […]
CEF brings ATEX solutions to Hazardex Live! 2023
CEF will be showcasing ATEX solutions at Hazardex Live! 2023. Hazardex Live! is designed to help those who work in process safety stay up-to-date with best practice and the latest research. During the two-day event which takes place in Harrogate on 1-2 March, CEF will be sharing details of its ATEX solutions – products designed […]
New residential solar inverter meets growing UK demand
GoodWe has launched a new hybrid solar inverter as the demand for residential energy storage solutions continues to grow across the UK. The ES G2 Series is a single-phase, low-voltage hybrid inverter developed to meet the evolving energy needs of domestic properties by increasing the self-consumption of solar energy generated on site. Its integrated plug-and-play […]
HellermannTyton launches remodelled Cable Scout+ range
HellermannTyton has remodelled its Cable Scout+ cable installation system to bring customers improved functionality and time-saving benefits. The new and improved design enables electricians and electrical installers to install, inspect, illuminate, and retrieve cables quickly and easily via suspended ceilings, behind walls or floors, through small access holes, in cavities and other applications. The cable […]
From buyer to supplier for new Niglon recruit
A UK-based electrical supplier has boosted its sales team with the recruitment of a new north east representative. Niglon’s Connor Corbett will be looking after current wholesalers in the region, as well as sharing information about the company’s offering, consisting of more than 4,500 products, with new customers. He says, “I’ve worked in electrical wholesale […]
Boiler Upgrade Scheme outrage
The Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA) has called for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) to end, likening it to a ‘sick dog that needs to be put down.’ EUA’s Chief Executive, Mike Foster, made this call following another poor take up of subsidised heat pumps in January, and after Parliament was told that any underspend […]