YESSS Electrical has launched TalkSparks, a new weekly podcast hosted by Rich Williams and Gina York, aka The Daughter Electrical, exploring the realities of working in the electrical industry. Launched last month, the series brings together electricians, apprentices, industry professionals and business owners for candid conversations covering everything from tools and technology to business challenges, ...

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Organisations registered with a scheme provider may soon need to demonstrate individual Level 3 competency on some of the works they are already undertaking – which is why CEF is now offering accessible training to support electricians following the October 1st implementation date. Changes to the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) requirements changed this autumn, but ...

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The Electrical Safety Roundtable (ESR) has launched new guidance to help consumers make informed and safe choices when buying, installing and using plug-in solar devices. The ESR is reminding consumers that there is more to consider than simply buying a device from a supermarket, DIY store or online retailer. The aim of the guidance is ...

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IDE Electric is pleased to announce a new UK stock location with Tech3PL in Stoke-on-Trent, marking another important step in the company’s continued development within the UK electrical market. The new stock location will provide IDE UK with a dedicated logistics base in the UK, helping the business hold products closer to its growing customer ...

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Despite widespread awareness of safe isolation practices, electrical incidents remain commonplace across the industry. Steve Dunning, Managing Director of Martindale Electric, discusses the findings of a recent industry survey. At Martindale Electric, we’ve recently published new research showing the true scale of electrical incidents experienced by professionals working with electricity every day. An ‘electrical incident’ ...

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The electrical requirements of a heat pump installation are often more involved than many customers realise. Adam Dare, Managing Director of Berkshire-based Eco Renewables (ecorenewables.co.uk), explores where electricians add the greatest value. As the MD of a Gas Safe registered and Heat Geek certified company, I install air source heat pumps and underfloor heating, which ...

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Knightsbridge has expanded its commercial lighting portfolio with the launch of the SUR5 LED panel range, offering surface-mounted, slimline and suspended solutions for a variety of commercial environments. Designed as an energy-efficient replacement for traditional fluorescent panels, the collection is suitable for refurbishment and new-build projects across offices, education, healthcare and retail settings. Featuring lightweight, ...

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CAI – the Association for Audio Visual Professionals – has announced that its Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) training course has achieved CPD accreditation, providing delegates with recognised professional development alongside practical workplace safety training. The one-day, classroom-based course is designed for anyone involved in preparing risk assessments and method statements, contributing to assessment teams ...

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In this article, the experts at Aico explore the dangers of radon, the strategies that housing providers are using to manage it, and the regulatory drivers that they need to be aware of. Most people go through their lives without thinking about radon. This noble gas is invisible, it has no smell, and you would ...

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Forum Lighting Solutions has launched Catalogue 11.2, its largest edition yet, bringing together 280 pages of lighting products, controls and accessories for electrical contractors and wholesalers. The latest catalogue covers the manufacturer’s indoor, outdoor, bathroom and decorative lighting ranges, alongside an expanded selection of lighting control solutions. Designed as a practical reference tool, the publication ...

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