Selecting the appropriate electrical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ensures safety during electrical work. This equipment, often crafted from non-conductive materials like rubber, serves as a last line of defence against harmful electric shocks. Insulated gloves and face shields are common types of electrical PPE that prevent direct contact with electricity. Moreover, adhering to established safety…
Gen Xers lead in median spend, while Baby Boomers drive renovation activity Renovation spend has surged in the last three years, as median spend* increased 13 per cent from £15,000 in 2020 to £17,000 in 2023, according to Houzz, the leading platform for home renovation and design, including project management software for industry professionals. The…
A video produced by a Siemens Building Products partner is illustrating the importance of manufacturers and installers working closely together to realise the optimum solutions for protecting buildings from the threat of fire. Diamond Systems is a Belfast based company that has specialised in life safety and security systems for almost 40 years. It is…
Ian Rippin, CEO at MCS, said: “The latest MCS data shows that during 2024, April was the best month so far for the uptake of small-scale renewables, with a total of 18,621 certified installations across the UK. “There were more than 4,500 certified heat pump installations in April alone, making it the third-best month for heat…
According to leading insurers, every 12 minutes in the UK a tool theft is reported, so advertising that your home, shed or van is unwatched for an extended period greatly increases your chance of being one of the predicted 40,000+ tool theft victims this summer. And if you live in the North East, this advice…
Fleetmaxx Solutions, a rapidly growing company since its inception in June 2019, based in Whitstable is excited to announce its partnership with DBC Training to launch a dynamic apprenticeship program aimed at nurturing fresh talent and fostering growth within the organisation. Fleetmaxx Solutions’ Vision for Growth and Talent Development “Fleetmaxx Solutions has enjoyed remarkable growth…
uvex, the leading manufacturer of personal protective equipment (PPE), is delighted to announce that the uvex Training Academy has been awarded the prestigious BSIF Safety Solution Award. The accolade, which was delivered at a gala awards ceremony held at the Vox in Resorts World, NEC Birmingham on 1 May 2024, recognises uvex’s commitment to safety…
Lighting industry trade association, The LIA, has marked 12 successful months at its recent Annual General Meeting and Lunch, where the new President was also inaugurated. The sold out event, held at the renowned Drapers’ Hall in London, officially marked the start of David Barnwell’s (Holophane Europe Ltd) tenure as the 2024/25 LIA President. He…
STIEBEL ELTRON UK has been listed as one of the top 100 companies across the country for developing and furthering its employees’ careers. The leading supplier of renewable heating technology was ranked at number 70 in Great Place to Work’s 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces for Development as a result of its culture, benefits, and approach…
SFG20, the industry standard, shares their solution to the issue Nearly half of building maintenance professionals state that systems integration is one of their most significant struggles, according to a recent poll by SFG20, the industry standard for facility maintenance specifications. Using this industry insight, SFG20 have developed an Application Programming Interface (API) that streamlines…