Winners of industry-leading awards will be announced on 7 June 21 high-performing businesses from across the electrotechnical and engineering services sector have been shortlisted by an independent panel of judges for the prestigious ECA Industry Awards 2019. The successful organisations have been recognised for their outstanding performance and achievements in the last year, with awards…
A ground breaking animation showing the journey in becoming a fully qualified electrician has been developed in partnership between SELECT and the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB). The animation shows the journey from someone starting their career as an apprentice electrician right through to them becoming a company owner. Brought to life by animators at…
On 26 February 2019, the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Working at Height launched its landmark report, Staying Alive: Preventing Serious Injury and Fatalities while Working at Height. The report, 12 months in the making, explores why 18 per cent of people who die at work do so as a result of a fall from height….
Burton on Trent-based electrical contractor, I. C. Electrical, has been awarded the coveted ISO 45001:2018, which covers occupational health and safety. The business, which is one of only a handful in the industry to be awarded this standard, has been working towards the accreditation for a number of years. ISO 45001 requires businesses to introduce…
There has been cause for celebration at Rexel, the leading electrical distributor, as two colleagues were recognised for their hard work and dedication at the recent EDA 2019 Education & Training Awards. The awards recognise industry professionals for commitment and dedication to developing both their professional skills and careers. It is also a chance for…
High voltage power contractor, Smith Brothers has begun work on the first of Arlington Energy’s energy storage and gas peaking projects – a short term operating reserve (STOR) site in Sheffield, Yorkshire. With work having commenced on the Chesterfield Road development earlier this month, the site is set to house eight gas generators and the…
Wasim Bux, from van insurance provider iGO4, shares his advice for drivers on how to follow the recent changes to road traffic legislation — and what changes to expect in the future. As professionals who spend a lot of time driving from job to job, it’s important to keep up to date with the rules…
Thousands of people are expected to flood to Lincoln Cathedral next month for the return of Spark Festival, a free three-day event (3 – 5 May) which celebrates Lincolnshire’s excellence in engineering. Aiming to inspire future generations and showcase Lincolnshire as a leader in engineering innovation now and in the future, this year promises to…
UK manufacturer of high quality cable management solutions, Marshall-Tufflex, will be exhibiting on Stand 30 at this year’s CEF Live at the NEC, Birmingham on the 6th and 7th June. Offering refreshments and a number of interactive games, the sales team will be available throughout the event to discuss the company’s extensive product portfolio and…
Gira, one of the world’s leading full-range suppliers of intelligent system solutions is pleased to announce that it is still in the running for an Electrical Wholesaler Award 2019, following the decision-making process to determine the Finalists. Gira has made Finalist in the Manufacturer/Supplier Awards spanning four categories, see below: Best Energy Saving Product: 1. …