Engineering firm supports vital service with food donation Food contribution equates to 550 meals Company pledges to support more community initiatives in local area BGEN, one of the UK’s largest engineering companies specialising in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation, has donated much-needed food to boost supplies at the Barrow Foodbank. The business, which has…
It’s not easy to know exactly which purchase is the right one in business. Of so many choices in any given situation, what should you be looking out for to tip you over the edge in favour of buying something over another? Part of being a strong business leader is knowing that there is no…
Recolight warmly welcome the publication of the new code of practice for the remanufacture of lighting equipment, published by BSI this month. The new publication is numbered BS8887:221 2024 and is now available from BSI. The document provides a structured approach to the assessment of used luminaires and components, defining a scope of works, electrical…
ABB Electrification to install low voltage power technologies at key High Speed 2 (HS2) rail stations The first four stations will be London Euston, Old Oak Common, Interchange, and Birmingham Curzon Street ABB Electrification will provide low voltage power components, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) and central battery systems to support the four HS2 state-of-the-art transport…
Marshall-Tufflex has partnered with NESCOT College in Surrey, to supply PVC-U conduit products to help with the electrical students’ learning and installation of conduit systems. Once finished with, the waste product is collected from the college and recycled into pellets, meaning it can be used in the manufacture of new products. The partnership has been…
University of Salford’s groundbreaking Energy House 2.0 project recognises Loxone for superior performance in energy efficiency and comfort control, showcasing unmatched benefits for sustainable buildings. Loxone’s building automation solution has emerged as a leader in smart energy management at the cutting edge of the Energy House 2.0 research facility, delivering superior precision, adaptability, and energy efficiency. Tested…
Appearance on Fix Radio highlights some of the current misunderstandings around certification, regulation and training in the industry As SELECT, Scotland’s largest construction trade association, prepares to celebrate its 125th anniversary next year, it has taken to the airwaves once again to debunk some of the most common myths and misconceptions about electricians and the…
Give the gift of energy efficiency this Christmas! HIKMICRO, a leader in thermal imaging technology, has a comprehensive thermal camera range tailored for professional plumbers, home inspectors and energy auditors. In a world increasingly focused on energy conservation, thermal imaging technology has emerged as a critical tool for pinpointing areas of energy loss. Whether it’s…
Changes to legally-enforced EV sales targets may be supported by some vehicle manufacturers, but would put thousands of jobs throughout the low carbon transport supply chain at risk Weakening the ZEV targets will delay the decarbonisation of road transport, with any reduction in investment leading to a slowdown in deployment of the charging infrastructure needed…
On Monday 16th December New College Durham hosted a presentation evening to mark the success of apprentice applications to a charitable trust. Founded in 1628, The Henry Smith Charity is an independent grant making trust working to combat disadvantage and meet the challenges and opportunities facing people in need throughout the UK. Today, almost four…