Electrical

Develop Training is enhancing its presence in Norwich through short courses delivered at JTL’s newest training centre.  Develop has partnered with its parent company, JTL, one of the largest work-based learning providers in England and Wales, to expand its delivery network across the country.   The facility was unveiled in November by the JTL Group with an investment…

The UK Government has committed to eliminating the sale of fossil-powered vehicles by 2035 and building a strong EV charging network, including home charging. By the end of this year, we will see a 20% increase, at least, in electric vehicle sales, not accounting for plug-in hybrids. This is a clear shift in consumer sentiment…

The University of Exeter has partnered with Aico|HomeLINK and housing industry partners, UK Housing Associations’ Charitable Trust (HACT) and Coastline Housing, for a first-of-its-kind guide and toolkit to realise the social value of the Internet of Things (IoT) connected sensors. In recent years, there has been a marked shift in environmental sensor system adoption to create ‘smart social homes’ among…

The Pinnacles, a student property in Sheffield with a mix of one to five-bedroom apartments, caters for both UK and international students. The large, purpose-built student accommodation overlooking Victoria Quays is just a 10-minute walk from City Campus and the train station. As the required ongoing programme of maintenance began, a key element was overcoming…

Carhartt has announced a new collaboration with YESSS Electrical in Hastings, marking a major step in expanding its presence in the electrical wholesaler market. The partnership means its Hastings branch will feature an extensive range of Carhartt’s workwear, including tees, hoodies, body warmers, jackets, overshirts, beanie hats, and trucker hats.   This initiative represents another milestone…

Introducing the upgrade to THORNeco’s Julie – a popular IP65 LED luminaire. It is designed specifically for those in need of a reliable, easy-to-install, robust solution. Julie is ideal for indoor applications such as multi-storey car parks, workshops, underpasses, and storage facilities. With a Click-Fit clipless diffuser, it has increased durability and an easy installation, simplifying retrofit…

As the new year unfolds, the spotlight turns to the next generation of budding electricians with the upcoming regional heats of SPARKS Learner of the Year 2024 starting next week. Throughout January and February, SPARKS will be travelling to six regions across the UK in search of the best upcoming talent within our industry. At each venue,…

Chris Claydon, Chief Executive at JTL, an apprenticeship provider in England and Wales, offers his insights on the Government’s latest report about apprenticeships and traineeships. The Government’s report, published on 30 November, covers the period of August 2022 to July 2023 and details promising figures for the industry, including 7,428 starts in electrical apprenticeships and 2,240…

Operating an electrical business involves a complex array of tasks: generating quotes and invoices; orchestrating project timelines; managing material costs; adhering to safety protocols; and keeping precise financial records. Manually handling these responsibilities is taxing and can be a source of significant stress and confusion. For Alan, Owner of Baltic Electric, and Charlene, his Administration Manager,…

Edwin James Group, an engineering services provider, has completed the acquisition of Automated Control Solutions Holdings, its subsidiaries Automated Control Solutions and ACS Electrical Engineering, together trading as ACS. The deal will expand Edwin James’ digitalisation offering, growing its systems integration and OT automation capacity. Staff members will be retained, including the leadership team, who…