RS Components (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc (LSE:ECM), a global multi-channel distributor, today announced availability of the latest 3D printer from Ultimaker. The Ultimaker S5 ( https://uk.rs-online.com/web/p/3d-printers/1746243/ ) targets the professional end of the market across a number of applications and meets engineering requirements from the creation of prototypes to full end-use industrial-grade…
Representatives of both employers and employees have come together in Scotland to press the case with Government for the protection of title for the occupation of electrician, a move which it is estimated could boost the economy by £58 million. Unite the Union has written to Keith Brown, the Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Jobs…
With little under a month to go until the highly-anticipated 18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations come into force, Bureau Veritas is calling on duty holders to step up efforts aimed at reducing the safety risk posed by poor electrics. Due to be published in July, BS 7671 – IET Wiring Regulations 18th edition…
Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today completed its first bat-friendly lighting installation in a town. Rare bats in Zuidhoek-Nieuwkoop, in the Netherlands can now go about their nocturnal business undisturbed thanks to new connected LED street lights designed specially to emit light that does not affect their natural…
A first-of-its-kind national standard that marks the competency of individual electricians in the UK has been launched by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) in collaboration with the Engineering Council. The national Recognised Electrician EngTech Standard is for electricians undertaking electrical installation, maintenance and remedial works in buildings and dwellings and is awarded via…
Jon Graham, the Chief Executive of JTL, the leading work-based training company that offers apprenticeships to aspiring electricians and heating and plumbing installers, has openly criticised what he calls an ‘outrageous abuse of the training levy system’ by universities. Many are using a loophole to run so called ‘MBA apprenticeships’, in his view, contrary to…
Congratulations to Matt Taylor from Farnborough College, who was crowned the SPARKS UK Electrical Apprentice of the Year for 2018. As the winner of the competition, Matt received £1,500 of Schneider Electric equipment for both him and his college. Congratulations also go to Luc Mathlin from DCET in Exeter, who came a close second, receiving…
VARTA Storage is set to enter the UK market with smart energy storage system – the VARTA pulse as part of an exclusivity agreement with Waxman Energy. The highly anticipated domestic energy system will be unveiled in the UK for the first time at an exclusive product launch event at the Waxman. Energy headquarters, West Yorkshire on the 6th June…
Leading electricity provider Western Power Distribution (WPD) is launching a pilot programme designed to further support the mental wellbeing of its staff. The electricity distribution network operator for the Midlands, South West England and South Wales has appointed energy and utilities specialist Develop Training (DTL) to deliver a bespoke programme. Clive Lawrence-Forbes, DTL’s Head of…
Europe’s Best female contractor has described her prestigious prize as a “victory for all women” – and her elation at the “tangible recognition” for her company Golden Houses Developments. Monika Slowikowska picked up the Best Woman Contractor in The European Women In Construction & Engineering Awards, which took place on the evening of Thursday 24…