Two years on from the launch of its Stepping Up to Safety campaign, Werner and BoSS, leading access equipment specialists, are marking the date by reminding professionals of the dangers of mixing and matching access tower components. Launching in 2022, the Stepping up to Safety campaign offers professionals a series of safety guides and practical…
The physical limits of human endurance and the vast, unyielding pressures of the ocean depths have always bound underwater exploration. However, advancements in electrical technologies are pushing these boundaries further, enabling deeper dives and more comprehensive studies of the mysterious abyss. This article delves into how modern electrical innovations are crucial to navigating and exploring…
Plumbers lead the way for sexual fantasies, analysis reveals There are many professions in the world that millions of people romanticise as being ‘sexy’. But researchers at Tradefix Direct noticed a common theme with these jobs – many of them are trade professions. From plumbers to decorators, builders to plasterers – it turns out that…
MCS Data Dashboard records details of every small-scale MCS certified renewable energy installation in the UK since 2008 Battery storage features for the first time, highlighting positive uptake Improvements incorporate feedback from industry and decision makers MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme), the UK’s quality mark for small-scale renewables, has made a number of updates to its…
Alan Wilson appears on Fix Radio to underline the importance of having the proper people carrying out safety-critical electrical work SELECT Managing Director Alan Wilson has once again appeared on national radio to reinforce the importance of regulation of electricians in the wake of the Grenfell Inquiry’s call for a shake-up of the construction industry….
Extending support to heat batteries for central heating would accelerate the UK’s decarbonisation A group of cross-party MPs and Peers has urged the UK Government to adopt a technology-neutral approach to home decarbonisation. In a letter addressed to James Murray MP, Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury, the co-signatories advocate for the inclusion of heat batteries…
HiKOKI Power Tools UK has launched its eagerly awaited 2024/5 product catalogue, offering a comprehensive overview of its latest innovations in power tools for professionals. With a focus on delivering high performance, the new catalogue showcases the brand’s most advanced tools, accessories and systems designed to meet the needs of tradespeople across the UK. Featuring…
Just over a week after the final report of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry was released, the ICEL Emergency Lighting Conference took place, resonating deeply with the attending professionals and industry experts. The Grenfell disaster, which tragically claimed 72 lives in 2017, served as a stark reminder of the critical importance of compliance, competence, and a…
Tradespeople are being urged to check they’re fully insured against claims from customers and the public. The warning comes from the insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk who say without adequate insurance cover, tradespeople could run the risk of financial ruin. While it’s not a legal requirement, they say all tradespeople should have public liability insurance in place…
Discover hundreds of top brands, available in-store, online, and via the Toolstation app Toolstation has introduced its newest catalogue, Catalogue 101, featuring hundreds of top brands, designed to help customers source trade-quality products throughout the year. Following the popularity of its last catalogue, which saw all print copies quickly claimed by customers, Toolstation is once…