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• Tradespeople are protecting their vans, but not the tools inside

  05-01-2023 17:50 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  While tradespeople seem reluctant to insure their tools, they’re not against insuring the value of their vehicles. GAP insurance was taken on by just 55% of van drivers.
  Tom Roberts, LCV specialist at Vanarama, says, “These low figures of tool insurance uptake paints a concerning picture for tradespeople. Our internal data suggests that van drivers are happy to protect the overall cost of the van, but few worry about investing in protecting their tools – the very items they nee
  
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• Tradespeople are protecting the cost of their vans, but not the tools inside

  05-01-2023 17:50 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  While tradespeople seem reluctant to insure their tools, they’re not against insuring the value of their vehicles. GAP insurance was taken on by just 55% of van drivers.
  Tom Roberts, LCV specialist at Vanarama, says, “These low figures of tool insurance uptake paints a concerning picture for tradespeople. Our internal data suggests that van drivers are happy to protect the overall cost of the van, but few worry about investing in protecting their tools – the very items they nee
  
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• The ERT Awards: A certified carbon neutral event!

  05-01-2023 15:57 via ertonline.co.uk
  As one of the most energy-intensive industries, there is a growing responsibility on electrical manufacturers to supply products that use sustainable materials and that are as energy efficient as possible. Sustainability is extremely high on the agenda of most companies now, and electrical retailers are beginning to reflect this in the brands and products they […]
  
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• CES 2023: LG teams up with top designer for an interactive exhibit furnished with its latest appliances

  05-01-2023 15:23 via ertonline.co.uk
  At CES this year, LG has unveiled a number of high-profile collaborations in its new Creator’s Room – a curated ‘living space’ fitted with stylish objects, artwork and LG’s latest lifestyle solutions. The tech giant has partnered with Jeff Staple, the famed New York-based designer known for his streetwear brand – STAPLE, his creative agency […]
  
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• Hanwha Techwin’s top five surveillance trends for 2023

  05-01-2023 14:49 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Hanwha Techwin previews the top five video surveillance trends for 2023, focusing on cutting-edge technologies including AI, computing at the edge, and the convergence of the IoT. It also explains why cyber security and the responsible use of technology will become increasingly important.
  The use of AI is evolving
  To date, traditional video applications have called on AI to reduce false alarms and allow the forensic search of video based on object attributes.
  However, AI centred on metadata has
  
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• NG Bailey’s climate change plan approved by leading environmental body

  05-01-2023 14:00 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  NG Bailey has become one of just 10 UK construction and engineering companies to have a science-based target to tackle greenhouse gas emissions approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
  The UK’s largest independent engineering and services business has had a 1.5°C near term and net zero commitment target approved.
  NG Bailey has committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from sources it owns and controls directly, as well as those it causes indirectly, by 50% by 2031. I
  
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• AGI supports government report on accelerating EV chargepoint rollout

  05-01-2023 12:49 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  The Association for Geographic Information (AGI), has supported a government report on how location data can drive the rollout of electric vehicle infrastructure. The AGI hosted a roundtable to discuss opportunities for geospatial to build a chargepoint network that works for everyone, everywhere. The findings of this have now been used to support the Geospatial Commission’s policy development, which has culminated with the publication of ‘Getting to the point: accelerating EV charge
  
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• Swan takes its Alexa Kettle to CES

  05-01-2023 12:35 via ertonline.co.uk
  Swan has announced that its brand new Alexa Kettle will feature on the Amazon booth at CES in Las Vegas this week! The two brands have teamed up to launch the world’s first smart kettle of this kind – all controlled using the existing Alexa app. However you say it, “popping the kettle on” has […]
  
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• Loewe Technology expands UK team with new Regional Account Manager

  05-01-2023 11:45 via ertonline.co.uk
  Loewe Technology has announced the appointment of a new Regional Account Manager. Antony Bunn-Major (pictured) has spent many years working in high end consumer electronics retail at the premium independent retail chain, Music Matters, as well as senior roles at Innuos and Sound United. Loewe said he brings a wealth of experience, and his appointment […]
  
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• Financial expert shares top tips for tradespeople

  05-01-2023 11:13 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  The financial side of running a trade business can be challenging and complicated, but it’s important to get it right, otherwise you could end up losing money.
  Research by ElectricalDirect found that almost three-quarters (74%) of UK tradespeople don’t feel confident handling their company finances, and many have ended up making a loss on jobs because of pricing errors (25%).
  With this in mind, the electrical retailer has partnered with Rick Smith, Managing Director at Forbes Burton,
  
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