NAPIT supports the Electrical Training Trust (ETT) and welcomes its recommendations in the alarming Ending Shock Silence report on electrical shocks in the workplace. The report is based on findings from the Electric Shock Survey, a recent study conducted by ETT to understand the frequency and culture of reporting electric shocks at work. It summarises…
The EDA’s recent Digitalisation Forum and Data Awards attracted over 90 representatives from wholesalers, manufacturers, software providers, and supply chain trade associations ready to hear how the UK’s electrotechnical sector can stay competitive, boost productivity and improve customer engagement through digital advances. Richard Baxter, Director of Systems and Procedures at Edmundson Electrical Ltd, and incoming…
Cable Services Group, a leading distributor of specialist electrical equipment and components, is pleased to announce a major advancement in its logistics capabilities with the addition of five new cable drum trailers now based at each of its five UK branches. This strategic investment has increased the company’s capacity for single drum deliveries while streamlining…
A Birmingham primary school is embracing the great outdoors by encouraging its pupils to grow their own fruit and vegetables – with the help of a leading builders merchant. Kingsland Primary School, based in Kingstanding, has created its own garden area for the children to enjoy all the benefits of being self-sufficient. The development of…
Toolstation, one of Britain’s fastest-growing suppliers of tools and building supplies, has joined forces with Northampton Saints, Travis Perkins and social enterprise Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) for its latest project, helping transform the Northampton Old Scouts RFC clubhouse with changing room refurbishment and ground maintenance. Predominantly used as a training and playing facility for Northampton…
UK electrical manufacturers are riding high on a wave of newfound confidence, as figures reveal a dramatic uplift in sales revenue and purchasing. Small and mid-sized firms saw their average sales jump by 71 per cent in the third quarter of this year, while the number of purchase orders (POs) placed with suppliers was also…
Customers of Andersen EV, the UK’s designer home EV charging brand, have just completed their two-millionth charging session since the company was acquired two years ago, coinciding with the UK registering its two-millionth plug-in vehicle*. The charging milestone signals continued growth for Andersen, with the brand seeing a significant boost in sales following the launch…
AWEBB is delighted to announce the launch of the latest instalments of its exclusive LEAD Management Development Programme (MDP). The MDP, powered by industry leaders Aico, has been tailored to inform, educate and empower members and kicks off in December 2024, with the final programme set for February 2025. The AWEBB MDP is unique within…
Black Friday may be one of the best times of year to bag a bargain, but for the warehouse workers fulfilling orders it’s a time of increased stress according to a new study from StoreFeeder. The leading warehouse management software company surveyed 500 warehouse workers across the UK, finding that 45% of those working in…
Environmental experts have urged the Government to make solar panels mandatory for all new homes under new building regulations due next year, as YouGov polling published today reveals overwhelming public support for the measures. The Future Homes Standard, which is due to be legislated next year, will require developers to reduce carbon emissions from new…
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