Two Volvo Truck & Bus dealers have found an innovative solution to overcome one of the biggest barriers the UK faces with the shift to zero emission transport. Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland planned to install high-powered charge points at two of its service workshops for battery-powered HGVs and buses – Volvo Truck and Bus…
To improve electrical safety and simplify testing procedures, Martindale Electric has released two definitive guides for selecting the perfect socket tester for both standard and industrial applications. Socket testers are simple to use, affordable and crucial for both everyday and industrial settings. But with such a diverse range of socket testers on the market, it…
WernerCo, the world’s leading access equipment solutions specialist and manufacturer of the BoSS access towers, has issued a clear warning against the mixing and matching of tower components from multiple manufacturers on a single structure, citing safety and liability concerns. As the exclusive manufacturer of essential components which are used to construct the BoSS Ladderspan,…
As part of its ongoing commitment to nurturing the future talent of the lighting industry, The LIA recently completed a successful collaboration with Loughborough University and Holophane Europe Ltd. A joint effort, representatives from both organisations visited the university to broaden 150 students understanding of the lighting industry, with the aim to encourage them to…
British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for new recruits to work at its research stations in Antarctica. Skilled carpenters, chefs, electricians, plumbers, mountaineers, generator technicians, boating officers, plant operators and plant mechanics are invited to apply for a job that offers an opportunity of a lifetime. It’s a job unlike any other and an experience…
A female apprentice from Bracknell and Wokingham College came second in a regional heat of a skills competition. Sarah Little, 39, from Binfield, who is studying an Installation and Maintenance Electrician Level 3 Apprenticeship at the Church Road campus and Progression Electrical, recently took part in the South Regional heat of the SPARKS Female Skills…
Van drivers have been told the five reasons why their insurance premiums may be going up. Experts at Lease Van have named the reasons why tradespeople and van drivers may be paying extra on their insurance bill. Insurance providers must be made aware of any modifications made to vans as any changes made to the…
Job management software provider BigChange used International Women’s Day as a springboard to unveil a series of new awards. Showcasing its commitment to honouring and uplifting the vital role that women play in the field service workforce, the awards serve as a timely reminder that more women are needed in industries such as electrical contracting and…
JTL, a leading apprenticeship provider across England and Wales, is proud to announce the donation of £5,000 to the top three community projects chosen by its workforce. The winning organisations include Leeds United Girls Academy U14s, Bottesford Belles U9 Football Team, and Dance and Cheer-a-cality (DCA). JTL employees nominated and voted on the winning projects,…
This Spring, Drayton will be supporting installers looking to upskill to renewables with free live expert panels on The Drayton Community Facebook group. Continuing on Wednesday 20th March at 7pm, Drayton will be welcoming industry experts including Richard Burrows, Kimbo Betty, Damon Blakemore and more to The Drayton Community to discuss the transition of becoming…