Category: Electrical

Tradespeople, van drivers and businesses who fall victim to crime are being urged to contribute to a new national online database being launched by van security specialist TVL Security and backed by police.

According to recent statistics, more than half (51 per cent) of UK tradespeople have had tools stolen from their vehicles at some point in their careers*. The

Leading UK electric vehicle (EV) charging company, Mer, has helped Durham County Council transform its EV charging infrastructure. The two-year award-winning partnership has resulted in 150 EV charge points (EVCPs) installed across the county and brought charging stations to many formerly unserved communities.

In 2019, less than 50% of Durham County Council’s EV infrastructure was functioning. Many EV charge points

JTL, the leading national training provider for electrical, plumbing and heating apprenticeships, has named Tommy Rice, Alex Jolley and Michelle Robinson as its winners in this year’s National Apprentice of the Year awards, which took place at The Victory Services Club in London on the 20^th July.

Leicestershire-based Michelle, who works for Electract’s inspection and testing team since finishing

Prevent distribution system failure and break-down with thermal imaging

The customer’s challenge

When electrical connections and components break down unexpectedly, the result may be unplanned downtime, costly repairs, and production loss. There’s also an increased risk of fire due to electrical shortcircuits or cable burning.

That’s why it’s important to perform routine checks to ensure that the electrical distribution system

Legrand has strengthened its data centre solutions offering with the acquisition of Bedford-based infrastructure specialist USystems.

Acquiring USystems’ entire portfolio, which includes the world-leading ColdLogik cooling technology, the deal further strengthens Legrand’s position in providing added-value solutions in the growing data centre market.

The acquisition will help Legrand expand its presence in the UK data centre market, while also helping

According to government stats, there are around 3.1 million people working in construction. Construction workers are the most at risk during a heatwave due to working outdoors and at height.

Building maintenance company Spectrum has provided some top tips to keep safe when working outdoors during the heatwave.

1. Where possible, be strategic about where you are working on the