Electrical Times

19/06/2024

Andersen has launched a month-long competition with interior design-focused YouTube channel, The Luxury Home Show. Andersen EV will give away one of its all-new A3 units, including installation and £1,000 towards the cost of charging.

Luxury Home Show viewers can also save £100 on the purchase of the recently launched A3 unit with the code ‘LUXURY100’ at checkout Andersen A3 offers over 240 colour and finish combinations for discerning homeowners, a 7-year warranty and an intuitive LED interface Andersen, which hand-builds b...

18/06/2024

Coventry University's Deepak Farmah is currently helping to connect the emerging community through the Electric Revolution Skills Hub, an integrated digital platform for providing inclusive access to training, development, and jobs in an electrified and greener future.
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18/06/2024

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14/06/2024

Thinking of entering Electrical Wholesaler of the Year? Entries for the The Electrical Industry Awards 2024 are now open, so don’t miss out! ENTRY IS FREE. Click here for a category guide:
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07/06/2024

John Hartles, business development director, Zumtobel, talks to Electrical Times about his career and Thorn Lighting’s double win at The Electrical Industry Awards 2023 https://buff.ly/3VuAmq9
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John Hartles, business development director, Zumtobel Group, talks to Lisa Peake about his career and Thorn Lighting’s double win at The Electrical Industry Awards 2023 Tell me more about your role at Zumtobel Group My role as business development director involves identifying new opportunities fo...

05/06/2024

GTEC Training has seen impressive growth over the last few years, indicative of the expanding renewables sector

GTEC Training has seen impressive growth over the last few years, indicative of the expanding renewables sector, which needs thousands of trained installers to deliver the heat pump roll out, and the company’s expertise and responsiveness to market demands. Since April 2021, GTEC centres have deli...

05/06/2024

Electrical service provider Citrus Group, is using a BigChange job management system to reduce asset downtime and boost customer service.

Electrical service provider Citrus Group, is using a BigChange job management system to reduce asset downtime and boost customer service. Working with local authorities, social housing providers and construction companies, Citrus is using the cloud based, 6-in-1 solution to replace previously manual...

04/06/2024

A series of workshops to help lighting producers access the growing market for the remanufacture of lighting has been announced by Recolight, giving attendees info on setting up a remanufacturing service in the UK – or to procure one from a subcontractor.

A new series of workshops to help lighting producers access the growing market for the remanufacture of lighting has been announced by Recolight. The intensive training workshops will give attendees the information they need to be able to set up a remanufacturing service in the UK – or to procure ...

04/06/2024

The The Eco Experts have revealed what the UK public is likely to want from green policy manifestos. Data from the latest National Home Energy Survey said that 78 per cent of surveyed UK adults want the government to invest in more energy sources.

78 per cent of UK public want the government to invest in more renewable energy sources One third want more government investment in wind power One quarter want more government investment in solar power With a UK general election approaching on July 4th, The Eco Experts have revealed what the UK pub...

04/06/2024

JAC Electrical Services UK Ltd. is pleased to announce its successful sale to Mr. Sarfraz Khan, a private investor committed to expanding the company’s regional presence. The acquisition, overseen by KBS Corporate.

JAC Electrical Services UK Ltd., a leading provider of electrical services and service, repair and installation of commercial catering equipment, is pleased to announce its successful sale to Mr. Sarfraz Khan, a private investor committed to expanding the company’s regional presence. The acquisiti...

03/06/2024

Wolseley Group has announced the launch of a new offering to its customers, ‘Renewables by Wolseley’, to help installers get the job done on renewable projects.

Wolseley Group has announced the launch of a new offering to its customers, ‘Renewables by Wolseley’, to help installers get the job done on renewable projects. The ‘Renewables by Wolseley’ range features a wide variety of products, including, Air Source Heat Pumps, Ground Source Heat Pumps,...

03/06/2024

New workforce data released today by Engineering UK reveals the proportion of women working in engineering and technology roles has declined in the past year from 16.5 per cent to 15.7 per cent. In contrast, women make up more than half of the rest of the UK workforce (56.1 per cent).

New workforce data released by EngineeringUK reveals the proportion of women working in engineering and technology roles has declined in the past year from 16.5 per cent to 15.7 per cent. In contrast, women make up more than half of the rest of the UK workforce (56.1 per cent). Further analysis show...

03/06/2024

Starting today you can enter Schneider Electric’s new and exciting competition, ‘Score To Win’. Purchasers/installers will have the chance to win some fantastic prizes with Score to Win – the new online football game from Schneider Electric

Starting today you can enter Schneider Electric’s new and exciting competition, ‘Score To Win’. Purchasers/installers of selected Schneider Electric medium voltage products will have the chance to win some fantastic prizes with Score to Win – the new online football game from Schneider Elect...

03/06/2024

New demanding legislation is being introduced into the supply chain for the right reasons of quality and safety, says AEI Cables Ltd.

New demanding legislation is being introduced into the supply chain for the right reasons of quality and safety, says AEI Cables. AEI Cables has been raising awareness of the Building Safety Act 2022 which makes new demands in terms of building industry process and compliance requirements. Stuart Do...

03/06/2024

Over 300 UK Power Networks employees took on a mammoth 20-mile Royal Ramble charity walk in aid of the Duke of Edinburgh charity. Walkers gathered at Richmond Park in west London and finished at Potters Field Park by the iconic Tower Bridge.

Over 300 UK Power Networks employees took on a mammoth 20-mile Royal Ramble charity walk in aid of the Duke of Edinburgh charity. Walkers gathered at Richmond Park in west London and finished at Potters Field Park by the iconic Tower Bridge. Participants raised a whopping £40,000 for the charity on...

31/05/2024

The entry deadline for the Electrical Industry Awards is Friday 28th June and the sooner you send in your entries, the better. Here are some tips to maximise your chances of success:

The entry deadline for the Electrical Industry Awards is Friday 28th June and the sooner you send in your entries, the better. Here are some tips to maximise your chances of success: Keep it simple Be clear and specific. Ensure your entry is easy to explain concisely, give some background and outlin...

31/05/2024

Panasonic has announced a new partnership with three of Scotland’s leading colleges to upskill the next generation of heating and plumbing installers with relevant heat pump training. This initiative aims to help decarbonise heating and future-proof homes across Scotland.

Panasonic has announced a new partnership with three of Scotland’s leading colleges to upskill the next generation of heating and plumbing installers with relevant heat pump training. This initiative aims to help decarbonise heating and future-proof homes across Scotland. An official launch event ...

31/05/2024

The outgoing President of SELECT , Scotland’s largest construction trade body, has issued a stark warning about the rise of rogue tradespeople masquerading as qualified electricians to take advantage of the boom in domestic renewables technology.

The outgoing President of SELECT, Scotland’s largest construction trade body, has issued a stark warning about the rise of rogue tradespeople masquerading as qualified electricians to take advantage of the boom in domestic renewables technology. Alistair Grant, who ends his two-year tenure at the ...

31/05/2024

Jindara Scott, a 22-year-old apprentice electrician from Lisburn, and Ethan Wynn, an apprentice gas engineer from Buxton, were both ‘highly commended’ at the national final of Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2024, held in May.

Jindara Scott, an apprentice electrician from Lisburn, presented with the Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2024 highly commended award. Ethan Wynn, an apprentice gas engineer from Buxton also received highly commended honours at the national final. Both apprentices impressed judges with their determination...

31/05/2024

JTL has announced the winners of its Employer Recognition Awards for 2024. The annual awards celebrate apprenticeship employers that have shown significant levels of support and commitment toward their JTL apprentices.

JTL, a leading apprenticeship provider in the building services engineering industry across England and Wales, has announced the winners of its Employer Recognition Awards for 2024. The annual awards celebrate apprenticeship employers that have shown significant levels of support and commitment towa...

30/05/2024

Van drivers and tradespeople are being urged to keep equipment safe after it is revealed £98 million worth of tools have been stolen from tradespeople. The team at Lease Car UK have revealed which tools are most commonly stolen across the UK

Van drivers and tradespeople are being urged to keep equipment safe after it is revealed £98 million worth of tools have been stolen from tradespeople. The team at Lease Van have revealed which tools are most commonly stolen across the UK, and are urging tradespeople to keep their vehicles locked u...

30/05/2024

On Saturday, 50 tradespeople competed at Chelsea Football Club's Stamford Bridge stadium in the first ever Match for the Mind, organised by IronmongeryDirect, and the event raised over £4,000 for the mental health charity Mind.

On 25th May, 50 tradespeople played a charity football tournament at Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge stadium The event aimed to raise awareness of the benefits of exercise on mental health ‘Other Trades’ were crowned the overall champions, winning on penalties On Saturday, 50 tradespeople competed a...

29/05/2024

A video produced by a Siemens Building Products partner is illustrating the importance of manufacturers and installers working closely together to realise the optimum solutions for protecting buildings from the threat of fire.

A video produced by a Siemens Building Products partner is illustrating the importance of manufacturers and installers working closely together to realise the optimum solutions for protecting buildings from the threat of fire. Diamond Systems is a Belfast based company that has specialised in life s...

29/05/2024

Data shows heat pump installations are on the rise. Ian Rippin, CEO, MCS said: “...during 2024, April was the best month so far for the uptake of small-scale renewables, with a total of 18,621 certified installations across the UK."

Ian Rippin, CEO at MCS, said: “The latest MCS data shows that during 2024, April was the best month so far for the uptake of small-scale renewables, with a total of 18,621 certified installations across the UK. “There were more than 4,500 certified heat pump installations in April alone, making ...

29/05/2024

DIY and Tools Experts Saxton Blades has warned how airport selfies, and any other holiday snaps, could cost them thousands.

According to leading insurers, every 12 minutes in the UK a tool theft is reported, so advertising that your home, shed or van is unwatched for an extended period greatly increases your chance of being one of the predicted 40,000+ tool theft victims this summer. And if you live in the North East, th...

29/05/2024

Solutions based in Whitstable is excited to announce its partnership with DBC Training - Delivering Better Careers to launch a dynamic apprenticeship program aimed at nurturing fresh talent and fostering growth within the organisation.

Fleetmaxx Solutions, a rapidly growing company since its inception in June 2019, based in Whitstable is excited to announce its partnership with DBC Training to launch a dynamic apprenticeship program aimed at nurturing fresh talent and fostering growth within the organisation. Fleetmaxx Solutions.....

24/05/2024

Approximately half of all self-employed people have experienced poor mental health within the past 12 months - 22% worse than the national average.* Simply Business, one of the UK's largest insurance providers for small businesses, has partnered with Mental Health at Work, a programme curated by leading mental health charity Mind, to conduct the research for the second year running.

Results from the survey of 519 micro-business owners (1-9 employees) and self-employed people showed marginal improvement in areas, including reduced stigma around mental health issues and increased understanding of resources, but paints an overall concerning picture.
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24/05/2024

Steve Humphreys, Technical Commercial Manager at NAPIT, urges the industry to back the petition to ban the sale of used power tools at car boot sales and markets.

A petition has been launched calling for the Government to ban the sale of used power tools at car boot sales and markets. Every year hundreds of car boot sales and markets occur across the UK giving tool thieves access to a platform to sell stolen power tools for easy money.

Steve Humphreys, Technical Commercial Manager at NAPIT, urges the industry to back the petition to ban the sale of used power tools at car boot sales and markets. A petition has been launched calling for the Government to ban the sale of used power tools at car boot sales and markets. Every year hun...

23/05/2024

Van drivers have been warned of the common mistakes which could see their insurance void, including having a messy vehicle.
Motoring experts from Quotezone.co.uk have revealed five reasons drivers could be invalidating their insurance.
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23/05/2024

Unicrimp, part of the Scolmore Group of companies, has welcomed the first visitors to its newly opened showroom at its headquarters in Staffordshire.

Launched by Scolmore Group in 2014, Unicrimp has continued to enjoy success with its comprehensive range of cable accessory products and the requirement to invest in a visitor centre and showroom resource became a high priority. As well as showcasing Unicrimp’s ever-expanding range of cable accessories, it will serve as a venue to host a range of events including internal meetings and presentations, product launches and demonstrations, as well as training sessions for customers.
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