Daniel Forsberg, Marketing Manager for EVSE at CTEK, addresses the need for smarter messaging to help boost smart EV charging. According to a UK government commissioned study, what smart charging is and what it can do are still not widely understood. The report – Electric Vehicle smart charging: consumer research – recommends communicating how smart […]
We discover why one electrician swapped self-employment for a permanent role with British Gas, and the benefits this has had on his professional and personal life. For over 20 years, Alex Ward built a successful career as an electrician, including six years of running his own business. But with the arrival of his first child, […]
As the first housing association in England to attain the Zzeus Level 3 NVQ in Fire Alarm Systems, Paul Hadfield and Steve Heap from The Guinness Partnership share their insights on why the correct training is vital in ensuring the highest standards of fire safety. Having started as an electrician straight from school and working […]
Just how effective is interactive, hands-on learning in developing the future generation of electrical professionals? Matthew Davies, Teacher and Lead in Electrical Installation at Tameside College shares his experiences. Q. What is your electrical industry background and how did you get into teaching? I started my apprenticeship at 17. Electrical installation wasn’t something that I […]
Introducing the new Elucian Three-Phase Distribution Range – built for efficiency, reliability, and modern electrical demands. Designed for commercial, domestic, and industrial applications, Elucian’s innovative range ensures seamless power distribution and easy installation. Watch how Elucian is setting new standards in three-phase solutions: Elucian Three-Phase Distribution Boards: Power, Perfected Elucian’s Three Phase solutions offer a […]
Thorn Lighting’s Dark Sky-approved Urba lanterns have been selected to enhance the safety and usability of the Aykley Heads footpath, a popular nature trail near the Durham Police Headquarters. Active Travel is a growing trend in the UK. It is about connecting people with their communities. Not only does it bring environmental benefits by reducing […]
Tania Tams, Marketing Director at Luceco gives an overview of some of the company’s most important innovations during 2024. In an ever-changing electrical market, driven by many factors, not least the requirements of new legislation to support the UK’s Net Zero ambitions as well as exciting technological advances, there’s a constant demand for new products […]
Are you prepared to serve the homes of the future? David Williams, VP Transactional Business – Schneider Electric UK & Ireland, looks at the ‘smart’ steps you need to take. With innovative smart home technologies, a desire for greener homes and offices, and the emergence of more energy conscious prosumers the role of the electrician […]
The experts at Zumtobel explain more about why the TECTON continuous-row lighting system, when integrated with High Accuracy Positioning (HAP) technology, offers a groundbreaking lighting solution for the future. Zumtobel’s High Accuracy Positioning (HAP) combines luminaires with IoT technology to enable intelligent analysis in the retail, industry, and logistics sectors. As such, real-time tracking of […]
How does kinetic energy work and how is it harnessed in the latest wireless/smart switch systems? The team at Selectric provide more detail. The GRID360 Kinetic range is a new wireless switch system from Selectric that represents a major leap forward in sustainability and convenience. Wireless kinetic switches operate by using kinetic energy generated from […]
Mike Collins, Managing Director of Ovia, shows you how to take Christmas lighting to a whole new level with the Inceptor Intense LED strips. The tradition of putting up Christmas lights dates back to 1882, when the first Christmas tree illuminated by electric lights was introduced in New York. Edward Johnson, a friend of the […]
The Zumtobel Group lighting brands Thorn and Zumtobel and contractor Lytestream devised a comprehensive lighting solution for Darlington Library that seamlessly blended heritage preservation with modern functionality. Darlington Library, originally known as the Edward Pease Free Library, is a testament to the town’s rich historical and cultural heritage. Built in 1885 with a later extension […]
We learn more about why Niglon’s new range of PROTEGO consumer units has been engineered with the electrician firmly in mind. PROTEGO means ‘to protect’ in Latin, and in developing this range Niglon has sought not just to keep the homeowner secure, but also to make the life of the installer as easy as possible. […]
Following the launch of the ground-breaking LumXpert App for professional installers, the team at Signify provide more details about its many features and benefits and why modern technology is helping electricians to take their offering to a higher level. In today’s technologically advanced and ever-evolving world, electricians are on a constant look-out for tools that […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of electrical installations, safety, functionality, efficiency and adherence to regulations are paramount considerations for any electrician. Here, the team at Hensel looks at the potential consequences of overlooking the correct specification of junction boxes. Cables that are supplying safety circuits need to satisfy the requirements of the Construction Products Regulations (CPR) […]
David Williams, Vice President Transactional Business at Schneider Electric, looks at why the world’s current global crisis will provide a driver of change in the energy market. The persisting energy crisis is taking a toll on both consumers and businesses, as utility bills soar to unmanageable heights. The pursuit of alternative oil and gas sources […]
Peter Dumigan, MD at Hultafors Group UK, details why the need for comfort, wellbeing and efficiency not only shaped the first trousers but has driven the latest innovation in modern work trousers almost 2,500 years later. As much as we might take the functionality of a pair of trousers for granted, they’ve developed and evolved […]
Emergency lighting, systems and solutions expert Mackwell recently played a key role in the creation of a bespoke counselling and therapy centre for bereaved young people in Derbyshire. The project, which was made possible through a special airing of the popular BBC programme DIY SOS for Children in Need, will help hundreds of children and […]
Extending its popular collection of low-glare downlights, Ansell Lighting has unveiled the latest addition to its aptly named Comfort range. The first surface mountable luminaire in the collection, the Comfort EVO Surface is an economic high-performance light that delivers extensive glare control for the visual ease of building occupants. Available in both black and white […]
Dave Roberts, UK MD at energy storage firm GivEnergy, explores the growing call for three-phase supply in the UK. For all the leaps forward the UK has made in terms of renewables, sustainable development, and energy efficiency, it remains a fact that supply to our homes predominantly uses pre-WWII electrical standards. The majority of UK […]
In an industry that is constantly evolving, electricians and electrical contractors are finding that embracing smart home solutions can revolutionise their businesses. Join Paul Foulkes, UK Country Manager at Theben Automation, as he delves into the compelling reasons behind this transformative shift. Today, technology permeates every aspect of our lives, leading to a shift in […]