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• AI-powered modular energy storage system hits the market

  04-04-2023 15:58 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Powervault has launched the P4, which Powervault says is its most powerful energy storage solution yet. Due to its modular design, backup power options and AI technology, the P4 has received positive feedback from the building industry and installers.
  Best suited for bigger homes and commercial properties, the P4 has a larger battery and inverter than the PVCompact, allowing for greater storage and power. Customers can choose from five AC capacities: 8kWh, 12kWh, 16kWh, 20kWh and 24kWh, all of w
  
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• Screwfix expansion continues

  04-04-2023 14:58 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Screwfix has announced its ambition of opening up to 85 new stores across the UK, Ireland and France by the end of January 2024, creating more than 800 jobs in local communities.
  The announcement follows a record year of store openings in 2022, including its first five stores in France, with the total number of store openings for the year reaching 87.
  Committed to supporting the local communities in which its stores operate, Screwfix’s expansion plan will create new jobs, including those o
  
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• eFIXX announces award winners in association with Luceco Group 

  04-04-2023 14:24 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  eFIXX has announced the winners of its 30 under 30 awards, in partnership with headline sponsor Luceco Group. Now in its second year, the awards recognise up-and-coming talent within the industry and showcase the next generation of electrical contractors.
  The judges have been busy whittling the shortlist of nominees down to the 30 chosen winners, naming them as 30 of the most promising up-and-coming talents in the electrical contracting industry.
  The winners were revealed in a dedicated awards e
  
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• 30% of UK electricians encounter asbestos every week

  04-04-2023 13:39 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Ahead of Global Asbestos Awareness Week (1-7 April), ElectricalDirect surveyed trade workers from across the nation to see how often they encounter it, and the impact this has on their health.
  The study found that 78% of electricians have come across asbestos – the fibre-like material once used for insulation – in their working lives.
  This has serious consequences, with 41% having had symptoms of an asbestos-related disease, or knowing a colleague who has.
  Tradespeople are amongst th
  
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• More news about Exclusively’s Brand Showcase and Jeremy Pang video studio

  04-04-2023 13:17 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The ever-popular Brand Showcase at the 2023 Exclusively Show is set to be bigger and better than ever, said Showcase curator, Richard Watts.  “In fact, this ‘capsule event’, which provides some 200 journalists, bloggers and influencers with an edit of the Show as a whole, is now the biggest press and influencer event of its […]
  
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• Radio Amplified: The Ruark R1S

  04-04-2023 12:46 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Some think that radio is outdated, but in truth, it’s still very current and thriving, with recent polls showing that radio for many is still their main form of entertainment during the day. Ruark recognises this fact, and takes this timeless medium to a new level with the beautiful R1S. With Wi-Fi and Bluetooth streamingalso […]
  
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• Providing safe products for the UK marketplace

  04-04-2023 12:17 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Although most products on the market are considered to be safe – some are not, which can lead to significant injuries and even fatalities. Most businesses want, and aim, to sell safe products but for various reasons, challenges occur that lead to mostly unintentional consequences. PAS 7050 is a safety standard that supports businesses with […]
  
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• Plugged in and ready to go: all-new series of THE WIRE

  04-04-2023 12:00 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Following a record breaking 2022, which saw THE WIRE achieve over 100,000 views via its live broadcasts and on-demand service, NICEIC is plugged in and ready to deliver even more content.
  Paul Collins, NICEIC’s Technical Director says, “It is clear to see THE WIRE is something our customers truly value and with this new series we strive to raise the bar even further. Making sure we cover the topics which matter most, new episodes will deliver the information our customers want and ne
  
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• Expert shares tips for businesses to reduce their energy consumption

  04-04-2023 10:49 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  An expert has shared five ways that businesses can reduce their energy bills and become more sustainable by making just minor adjustments to their working environment.
  The average small to medium-sized UK business could reduce their bills by 18-25% if they implemented energy efficient measures, and with commercial energy not included in the price cap, many will be particularly invested in reducing their usage.
  However, new research by ElectricalDirect has found that the majority of UK businesses
  
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• KNIPEX presents its new products of the year

  04-04-2023 10:09 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  KNIPEX has recently announced its new products for 2023, and has therefore cordially invited those interested to check out the current KNIPEXupdate. KNIPEX is presenting its 2023 product highlights again online this year.
  The digital event is available from 5 April 2023 at 15:00. The online presentation can be viewed worldwide in German, English and with subtitles for other language versions on the KNIPEX YouTube channel.
  KNIPEX is presenting its current new products in an international online p
  
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