NAPIT have announced the dates, locations and venues for their 2019 Technical Roadshows. Now that the 18th Edition of the IET’s Wiring Regulations is officially in force, NAPIT have completely revamped their Technical Roadshow events to ensure that attendees receive the most up-to-date information from within the industry. The events are free to attend for…
NAPIT is reminding the electrical industry of the importance of making sure that they are up to date with the latest edition of the Wiring Regulations, after BS 7671:2018 officially came into force on January 1st, 2019. Key changes of 18th Edition include: Surge protection devices (SPDs) with mandatory requirements Arc fault detection devices (AFDDs)…
Businesses and Sole Traders Issued Advice on Claiming Available Tax Reliefs for Loss Making Businesses With the Self Assessment deadline less than a month away, a lifeline has been handed to struggling businesses and sole traders who are yet to complete their tax returns. Tax preparation specialist David Redfern, Managing Director of DSR Tax Claims…
Steve Gardner, Business Development Director at Ecolighting, discusses how electrical contractors can grow their business by getting more involved in lighting. Over the last decade, LED lighting has matured to become the principle light source and the technology has continued its rapid advance so that today light output has reached as much as 160 lumens…
According to new research published today by City & Guilds Group, an overwhelming 92% of levy-paying employers want to see greater flexibility in how they can spend their apprenticeship allowance. The findings are a stark reminder that the Government has a long way to go to create an environment in which businesses can really benefit…
According to a new survey by Logic4training, becoming multi-skilled could be a good move for building services installers looking for a more profitable 2019 – over 75% of survey respondents stated increased profits as a result of upskilling. The survey, which set-out to discover how trades people developed their skillsets and the benefits this had…
TWO directors of a Warrington-based solar panel company have been handed four-year jail sentences for fraudulently deceiving customers and falsely claiming to be NICEIC registered. The two men were each sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court following an investigation by Warrington trading standards. James Thomas Birchall, 36, was found guilty of 12 offences of fraud and…
With over 600 pages of essential cable management products and accessories, the HellermannTyton 2019/2020 catalogue is a must-have for electrical contractors, installers and engineers. The new catalogue, which is now available, contains several new sections which help those working in the electrical trade obtain the products they need more quickly. These includethe cross-referencing of cable…
Starting the New Year with a positive and busy order book are electrical power systems firm Energy Solutions (UK) Ltd based in Rochester Kent. Having finished 2018 with a 26 per cent increase in turnover (£5.3m) the firm, which specialises in power and electrical solutions for the marine, automotive and off grid markets, have started…
People and vehicle access control specialist Nortech’s technical training courses have been specially designed to make sure that installers/system integrators are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to install, maintain and troubleshoot Nortech systems. Led by highly experienced technical experts, Nortech’s courses combine hands-on practice with theoretical sessions covering real-world security issues and take…