The British Safety Council has launched a new Safety Management app, which allows readers to browse news on the go and make it easier to keep abreast of the changing UK and international health and safety landscape Safety Management is aimed at anyone with health, safety, the environment and wellbeing responsibilities, who needs to stay […]

It’s all change at the top as the Electrical Engineering Training Foundation (EETF), the organisation which helps develop the next generation of skills in the electrotechnical sector in Scotland, appoints a new chair and a new board member. The EETF will now be led by Gordon McArthur, Managing Director of WMQ Building Services, based in […]

Electrical test and measurement company, Seaward Electronic Ltd., is setting its sights on further market growth with the appointment of a new chief executive. Electronics industry specialist Chris Callan takes up the role after building a highly successful career working with businesses around the UK and in the USA. Since graduating as an electronics and […]

When she left school for the last time on Friday, 29th January 1971, 15 year old Helen Pettigrew from Greenock, had little time to feel nervous about starting her first job the following Monday, with local firm, Sangamo – manufacturer of specialist time switches and heating controls. Fast forward 50 years and Helen has clocked […]

Leading manufacturer of cable management systems Marshall-Tufflex has seen success with two apprentices, who have become full time employees within the Engineering Department following a three-and-a-half-year apprenticeship designed to tackle the skills shortage. Recognising the engineering skills gap within the construction industry, Marshall-Tufflex decided to invest in a comprehensive apprenticeship programme with local training provider […]

Following the successful ongoing development of its award-winning wheeled tool case derivatives, C.K Magma has taken the logical step of expanding its popular rucksack range with the exciting addition of the Wheeled Rucksack Plus (MA2654). This innovative lightweight and compact tool storage solution is ideal for tradespeople using public transport for travelling to their place […]

Running until 30 April 2021, Carl Kammerling International’s exciting Highlight 2021 promotion offers retailers and consumers fantastic savings on its leading range of C.K Magma tool storage solutions. 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 […]

Manrose is offering a range of ‘Winter Warmer’ heating options allowing electricians to meet the varied needs of their customers. Many of us are spending more time than ever at home during the COVID-19 pandemic making a warm home more important than ever. With both fixed and portable heating options, installers can help keep customers […]

Diffusalux from Thorn Lighting is a stylish, robust, high-performance replacement for conventional battens. The luminaire’s curved opal diffuser is made from tough polycarbonate and provides high quality lighting control. The internal diffuser features a distinctive ridged pattern that ensures soft, uniform illumination and its wide body make it ideal for refurbishment projects. Diffusalux has three […]

New from Ovia is Inceptor B-Lite – a range of 4ft, 5ft and 6ft linear batten multi-current LED fittings, available in standard, microwave sensor, emergency sensor and microwave & emergency sensor versions. They are a direct replacement for conventional battens and boast many features. Safety, speed and ease of installation have been given top priority. […]

If you haven’t already registered for this week’s Voltimum Live event, it’s not too late, and you can head over to the Scolmore Group stand where you can access content from Click, Ovia, ESP and Unicrimp.  Taking place between from Monday, 8th to Friday, 12th February, the event is designed to provide contractors with the opportunity to […]

Cable cleat manufacturer and industry innovator, Ellis Patents has once again demonstrated its commitment to developing young careers in North Yorkshire by taking on a new apprentice mechanical engineer. Adam Sweeting (18) joins from Scarborough University Technical College and is the latest in a long line of apprentices taken on by the Rillington-based manufacturer. At […]

Independent electrical wholesale distributor Eyre & Elliston first signed up for Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) software back in 1998 and K8, Kerridge’s flagship solution for electrical wholesale, remains just as integral to its operations today as the original version was on day one. Commercial systems manager David Monteith explained that as the business has grown, […]