Airtech, the ventilation specialists, has undertaken radon mitigation works for specialist rural housing association, Hastoe. Radon sumps or Air+ Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) units were installed in 61 homes across Hastoe’s West region, from Cornwall to Wiltshire, to reduce Radon levels. Hastoe appointed Airtech to carry out the vital works to reduce radon levels following…
With so many exhibitors showcasing their products and solutions at FIREX International 2019, it can sometimes be difficult to navigate the show floor and ensure you’re sourcing the right products for your fire safety strategy. That’s what Fire Solutions, organised by Halma, seeks to remedy. This brand-new approach to exhibiting sees six leading suppliers of…
The latest ‘Electrical Accessories Market Report’ from AMA Research highlights the increasing consumer awareness for energy efficiency improvements, supporting carbon reduction and climate change targets. Changes in legislation affecting electrical accessories continue to have a focus on energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions and health and safety. Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of energy issues and…
TheisCraft is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Multiload Controls. The Multiload award winning, product portfolio complements the existing TheisCraft product range and the acquisition will allow TheisCraft to further develop its relationship with the standalone markets and the architectural sector. Brian Cuthbertson MD of Multiload Controls, a leading UK manufacturer of sophisticated scene-setting…
ECA, BESA, SELECT and SNIPEF study shows boost in sector confidence despite rising costs and persistent payment issues The latest sector-wide Building Engineering Business Survey, sponsored by Scolmore, shows that the sector appears to be showing signs of recovery after a challenging 2018. The survey, which included data from industry trade bodies ECA, BESA, SELECT…
The recently published BSRIA market intelligence study on the global air conditioning (AC) market continued to show growth in 2018. Economic and population growth, urbanization and rising temperatures in countries such as Bangladesh, Brazil, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya and Vietnam are the main drivers for increasing demand for cooling. The European market also increased significantly….
Drayton has launched a new online training academy as part of its installer loyalty scheme, the 90 Network. 90 Know How gives members exclusive access to product training, best practice installation advice, troubleshooting tips and more. The first available training module is focused on Wiser, Drayton’s smart multi-zone heating system, and allows installers to achieve…
More than 400 electricians attended Epsom Downs Racecourse recently for NICEIC and ELECSA’s Live South Event. With a growing demand for future technology and smart homes, contractors were given exclusive access to a variety of technical seminars and breakout sessions from some of the nation’s leading electrical experts. Electric vehicle advocate and founder of Electric…
There are some real sparks of enthusiasm in Edinburgh building services specialist M-Pact Group and they are about to bring a charge of electricity to one of Scotland’s toughest sporting events as they wire in to the Tough Mudder challenge. Thirteen big-hearted staff from the Loanhead-based electrical contractor – that’s 20% of the 65-strong-workforce –…
Ambitious expansion plans by leading electrical solutions provider, Scolmore Group, will see three major developments come to fruition during 2019 – the launch of a new, independent lighting company; the appointment of industry expert Mike Collins to head up this new enterprise, plus the acquisition of an additional 67,000 sq. ft. of head office and…
