Scolmore is delighted to announce the appointment of Darren Staniforth, one of the electrical industry’s leading technical experts, to the newly created role of Head of Technical Engagement for the Scolmore group of companies. With nearly 30 years’ experience in the industry, Darren has amassed a wealth of technical knowledge and expertise which he will […]

After making the difficult decision to not host a live event in 2020, Datateam Business Media – publisher of EW magazine and organiser of the Electrical Wholesaler Awards – is delighted to relaunch the popular awards scheme for 2021.  Since its launch in 2014, the Electrical Wholesaler Awards has firmly established itself as the leading platform for recognising excellence […]

Recolight, the UK’s leading lighting WEEE compliance scheme has announced a major milestone having funded the recycling of a third of a billion fluorescent & LED lamps and luminaires since the WEEE regulations were implemented in 2007. This is enough waste to fill the Royal Albert Hall 12 times. This milestone has been made possible […]

JTL, a leading national training provider for electrical and heating and plumbing apprenticeships, has signed the Civil Engineering Contractors Association’s (CECA) Health and Wellbeing Charter as part of its Stop.Make a Change campaign (10-23 October). The signing of the charter demonstrates JTL’s continued commitment to improving all aspects of health, safety and wellbeing. JTL will continue […]

The drive to digitalise the UK’s electrotechnical sector received a further boost as Michael Wright, Product Development Manager at Aico Ltd is voted on to the six-member Board of EDA Data Services. Aico Ltd is one of 25 Founder Members of EDATA, the UK’s new industry data pool, and Michael was chosen by representatives from […]

ESP has added a new range of fire sounders and combined sounder strobes to its portfolio of MAGfire Conventional Fire Systems products. Designed as a range of entry level products that are suitable for conventional systems, it offers installers more options – with compact designs and the ability for surface mounting, or flush mounting for […]

The Surge Shield range of surge protection devices is available from specialist distributor Switchtec. Switchtec has developed the Surge Shield series of Retrofit Surge Protection units to meet the requirements of the 18th Edition regulations BS7671:2018. This range of easy to install enclosed surge protection devices are prewired and preinstalled in surface mounted enclosures designed […]

EnviroVent, one of the UK’s leading ventilation manufacturers, has introduced a new autonomous and intelligent extractor fan into its renowned Silent range, ideal for bathrooms and WCs. Simple and straightforward to install, the Silent Dual 100 offers dual functions, dual sensing and dual inlets, which make it one of the most versatile and innovative extract […]

Working with trade professionals gives C.K Magma great insight into what works best to make tasks much easier. Its range of innovative tool storage products do just that, offering the very best options for high quality, efficient tools and test equipment storage solutions. Hardwearing, strong and durable, C.K Magma’s wide range of cutting-edge products are […]

Always looking for products that make installation and operation quicker and easier, Scolmore Group Company, Ovia, has introduced a new Multi-Function Driver to its commercial lighting range. It offers 3 dimming options in 1 driver – Dali, Switch and 1–10V Dimmable. The new driver is designed to enhance Ovia’s commercial LED Panel offering and means […]

A legal requirement to mandate the use of competent fire safety professionals should be introduced, according to a submission from the Fire & Security Association (FSA) to the Government. FSA argues that only competent fire risk assessors and fire professionals (engaged by Responsible Persons) should be able to undertake fire risk assessments. FSA contends that […]

National Ventilation, a leading UK-based ventilation manufacturer and supplier, has launched its popular Monsoon Shower Extract Fans in kit form providing a one-box solution for a super-fast installation. Designed to make both electricians and electrical wholesalers’ lives easier, there are now two new boxedoptions available: the Monsoon Shower Extract Kit with a shower grille and […]

“We are releasing a new EVSE testing kit that will save you lots of cash and help get your business back on the road,” said Brendan Beaver from Metrel, the EVSE experts. “Post COVID19 there has been lots of chatter that the electric car’s time has come.” The kit, called the EV contractors kit, includes […]