Electrical

UK homeowners are turning to smart home technology to reduce their energy bills, according to a new report from Drayton and Schneider Electric.    The study of 2,000 British homeowners found that almost 74% have adapted their behaviour over the last 12 months to use less energy during the energy crisis, with 26% of people measuring or tracking…

BELL Lighting has achieved a host of notable accomplishments throughout 2023. The move to its new National Distribution Centre, BELL House, was an extremely significant one. As a company, it now has headquarters capable of facilitating rapid growth, a warehouse accommodating 6,588 pallet locations, over 2,100 saleable product, lines and the capability to achieve 300…

EA Technology, a specialist in asset management solutions for owners and operators of electrical assets, has announced the relaunch of its Keeping Electrical Switchgear Safe course due to increased demand across the industry. The course is said to be essential for industrial or commercial owners/operators of electrical switchgear, or maintenance managers responsible for electrical switchgear.…

Bouygues Energies & Services, an Equans company, has completed a contract for the design and build of a new LED lighting and control system for Chestfield Road Tunnel on the A299 near Whitstable for Kent County Council. The energy-efficient lighting solution will result in energy savings of over one million kWh per year, a 63%…

HiKOKI Power Tools has announced an exciting free Multi Volt battery pack offer to its customers. From 1 January-31 March 2024, customers spending £300 including VAT or more on any HiKOKI cordless tools from an approved UK/ROI HiKOKI seller or dealer, can grab a cutting-edge BSL18A36 MV Battery Pack for free, subject to terms and conditions.…

As January’s self-assessment tax deadline approaches, self-employed contractors and business owners in the UK construction industry face the critical task of preparing for their tax self-assessment. Often, busy schedules lead to last-minute preparations, resulting in a lack of clarity about tax obligations and what is owed. The 31 January 2024 is the most important deadline…

UK Power Networks has become the first Distribution System Operator (DSO) to respond to industry calls and to publish full data on curtailment history across its network. The company has acted to be more open with data on when and why distributed energy resources are curtailed to reduce the impact and produce more renewable energy in…

Trade Mastermind, a training and coaching provider for the UK’s construction industry, has announced a special giveaway launch to beat the January blues, helping business owners start the year with the right strategy. All attendees of its 7-Figure Business Builder Masterclass events stand a chance to win a Ford Transit Custom worth £15,000. BBC Apprentice…

GreenBrook, manufacturer of the Norslo First Fix range, has announced its exclusive UK distribution partnership with Tillex Cable Management, a Danish company renowned for manufacturing a quality, innovative range of clips and plugs. This collaboration marks an exciting opportunity to offer these unique electrical fixing products to customers in the UK. The partnership will combine…

According to new research conducted by the RAC, the Government has not hit its target of having six or more rapid or ultra-rapid electric vehicle chargers at every motorway service area in England by the end of 2023. Just 46 (39%) out of 119 motorway services reviewed by the RAC on Zapmap now have a target number…