Wholesalers can inform contractors that they can pre-order their copy of the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) directly from the NAPIT Direct website today and receive a copy of NAPIT’s EICR Codebreakers publication as part of the deal. The only definitive guide of its kind, EICR Codebreakers is essential for anyone carrying…
Part of leading mechanical and electrical building services company, Vaughan Engineering Ltd, is facing administration following the collapse of building giant Carillion.Construction. The GB-based part of the company, which has bases in Edinburgh, Warrington and Newcastle was a prinicpal sub-contractor on several projects run by Carillion Construction. The company employs 160 people across its sites,…
In what is being seen as a critical juncture in the campaign by Scotland’s electricians for professional recognition, an MSP has formally raised a motion addressing the issue in the Scottish Parliament. The move, by Jamie Halcro Johnston, Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for the Highlands and Islands, is the latest step forward in a…
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme has announced some important changes to the scheme that will take effect from 2019 across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. These new rules will apply to existing cardholders and those wishing to apply to the scheme for the first time. From 01 January 2019, anyone applying for an Installation or Maintenance…
CEDIA has released two new white papers covering HDMI 2.1. These papers, developed by HDMI subject matter expert and CEDIA director of technical content, David Meyer, offer a comprehensive overview of the new HDMI specification and a deeper dive into connectivity under HDMI 2.1. “In CEDIA’s newly released three-year strategic plan, we have put a…
Today’s Spring Budget 2018 was expected to bring in some good news for electric vehicles, given the government’s focus on promoting electric mobility. Mr Electric, the UK’s leading electrical franchise brand, however, is hugely disappointed that electric vehicles were ignored. “How can the government expect to ban all petrol and diesel new vehicles by 2040…
HR Guide to Travel How employees get to work can have an enormous impact on their work and life balance, making it vital for businesses to create policies and procedures and ensure staff understand their rights. Did you know that some car insurance providers do not provide cover for journeys during hours of work? Therefore,…
Study indicates huge economic potential unlocked by a national full fibre roll-out The solution to Britain’s productivity woes and stagnating growth could lie beneath our feet. A report released today has demonstrated the billions of pounds of productivity, innovation and employment benefits could be unlocked by the widespread construction of full fibre networks. The study…
CEDIA has announced a reciprocal agreement with the KNX Association to develop closer collaboration on training and additional initiatives which will add value to technology integrators. “Integrators in the connected home sector are broadening their skill sets to meet homeowner demand for entertainment technologies that can be integrated and controlled with HVAC, lighting, and security…
Appetite for home AI strongest in Asia and emerging markets Shopping in bricks and mortar stores rises Majority of consumers plan to maintain or increase spending in 2018 Almost a third (32%) of consumers surveyed globally by PwC plan to buy an AI device including robots or automated assistants, with retailers watching closely as ‘voice…