In 1990, there were just ten ‘megacities’ (cities of over 10 million). By 2015, that figure had jumped to 28, accounting for 12 per cent of the world’s urban inhabitants. People are moving to urban centres attracted by the lifestyle and range of opportunities they offer, however more people on the pavements and soaring land…
The developer of disruptive cell based battery management solutions, Dukosi, announced on the 23rd October 2018 that Dr John Warner would take on the role as advisor to the company’s Board. Having over 28 years of experience in the industry and senior executive roles within major companies such as General Motors, EnerDel and XALT…
Aico has re launched its website – www.aico.co.uk – with a new look and new features. Whilst retaining the valuable information that has made its website so popular with customers, includingdetailed product and alarm technology information along with an extensive selection of support tools and information, the new look Aico website comes with a clean,…
A Durham-based electrical, fire and security contractor, ACA Electrical Ltd, has revealed solid growth plans after receiving a £30,000 facility from invoice finance specialists Positive Cashflow Finance. Chris Sawyer, director of ACA Electrical, has revealed ambitious plans to reach double turnover for the business, through the expansion into larger-scale works. The business, which was founded…
As part of the BBC’s DIY SOS: Big Build project,Mackwell provided its emergency lighting systems and technical expertise to an ambitious project to create the North Kensington Community Centre and rebuild the Dale Youth Boxing Club which was destroyed in the Grenfell Tower fire. The team at DIY SOS: Big Build, led by presenter Nick…
Leading national training provider, JTL, continues to work alongside the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) to highlight the negative impact of stress. Their joint campaign aims to help people working in the electrical sector to address stressful situations and seek help. It includes a dedicated Apprentice Support Programme, designed to help apprentices with any challenges they…
Contractors undertake latest training in variety of ways More than 1,000 conscientious contractors have now successfully taken and passed their 18th Edition training with NICEIC and ELECSA. The 18th Edition officially launched in July this year with electrical contractors given a six-month transition period to get up to speed with the changes. While some contractors have decided to delay…
The increasing role of women in the Scottish electrical industry was demonstrated last week (October 12) when they dominated a new award at the sector’s most important awards ceremony. Not only was the Electrical Distributors’ Association (Scottish Section) Wholesaler Apprentice of the Year award, introduced just last year, won by Stephanie Thomson, but two of…
Leading mechanical and electrical building services specialist J S Wright has been honoured by the industry for its pioneering approach to apprentice training. The company, which has offices in Birmingham, Bristol and London, was named as the winner of the Employer Training Initiative of the Year category for London, the South East and the Midlands…
SOLARWATT, the premium provider of photovoltaic systems, and Fronius UK, the inverter manufacturer, are to host training for the multi-award-winning SOLARWATT MyReserve solar PV battery to give installers a competitive advantage. The free event, being held on 15 November at Fronius’ Technology Centre in Milton Keynes, will provide existing Fronius Service Partners and other renewable…