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• ‘Clean air’ switchgear paves the way for a greener future

  30-05-2023 17:36 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  UK Power Networks has announced how it will be reducing its use of SF6 – one of the most potent greenhouse gases contributing to global warming.
  Sulphur hexafluoride (commonly known as SF6) is widely used across the electrical industry as the main method of insulation in high voltage electrical equipment and has approximately 22,800 times the global warming potential (GWP) of carbon dioxide.
  UK Power Networks is currently installing its first ‘clean air’ Gas Insulated Switchgea
  
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• SELECT secures Luceco Group as inaugural sponsorship partner

  30-05-2023 16:52 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  SELECT is celebrating a major coup after securing Luceco Group as the first-ever headline sponsor for its annual President’s Cup golf day.
  This year’s event at Dunblane New Golf Club will now be supported by the SELECT associate member, which has been supplying quality products worldwide for more than 70 years, has sales in excess of £230 million and has 2,500 employees.
  The deal is a huge milestone for SELECT, which says it illustrates the growing bond between members and manu
  
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• Heat pumps get thumbs up from British owners

  30-05-2023 15:44 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  People who have had heat pumps installed in older houses are just as likely to be satisfied with their heating than those in newer properties, the first major survey of heat pump users finds today.
  Nesta commissioned Eunomia to conduct a large-scale survey of over 2,500 domestic heat pump owners and over 1,000 domestic gas boiler owners in England, Scotland and Wales, in December 2022.
  Nesta’s analysis of the survey finds that among people who have had a heat pump installed while living in
  
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• Illuminating lighting at Liverpool John Moores University

  30-05-2023 15:28 via ewnews.co.uk
  The John Foster Building at Liverpool John Moores University has recently undergone a lighting refurbishment, with Luceco supplying the luminaires for the project. 
  A former nunnery, the John Foster Building now provides a beautiful setting for teaching, with humanities and social science departments, IT suites, and dedicated postgraduate study areas. 
  A range of luminaires installed by Liverpoolbased electrical and data contractor I.E.D. Installations included linear Academy, recessed
  
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• Aico’s Ei3030 – the next evolution in home life safety

  30-05-2023 15:24 via ewnews.co.uk
  Introducing the newest innovation in Multi-Sensor alarms from Aico, the Ei3030 Multi-Sensor Fire and Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm.
  The flagship alarm in Aico’s technologically advanced 3000 Series, the Ei3030 combines individual Optical, Heat and CO sensors, for the ultimate fire and CO response. 
  Aico continues to evolve its offering to provide products that align with its customers’ requirements while maintaining the simplicity that Installers love. 
  The Ei3030 multi-sensor
  
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• Flexible Steel Conduit provides cables with high mechanical protection

  30-05-2023 15:18 via ewnews.co.uk
  Available from specialist distributor Switchtec, are a range of fl exible conduit, glands and accessories manufactured by DKC.
  DKC’s flexible galvanised steel conduit systems extensively protect electrical power, lighting and data cable from impact, vibration, movement, corrosion, and water ingress. 
  The galvanised steel core is helically wound and manufactured using DKC’s reinforced internal locking mechanism, manufactured to tight tolerances ensuring a smooth core for easy pul
  
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• Sangamo timers and heating controls in three colours

  30-05-2023 15:14 via ewnews.co.uk
  Leading timers and heating controls supplier Sangamo is one of the only manufacturers to offer a choice of three colours across its traditional timers and controls product range. 
  The full range of Sangamo timer controllers, thermostats, programmable thermostats and programmers – which totals 30 individual product lines – is now available in a choice of silver, black, or white finish. Sangamo believes this range satisfies a fast growing demand among end users and building owners
  
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• JTL to provide gold-standard green apprenticeship

  30-05-2023 14:57 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  JTL has announced that its Installation Electrician and Maintenance Electrician apprenticeship has been handpicked by the Department for Education (DfE) as one of six ‘gold-standard’ green apprenticeships to mark the King’s coronation.
  The apprenticeship course now receives a new coronation emblem to permanently mark it as a leading course. The course, which is delivered by training providers nationally, was selected by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education&
  
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• ElectricalDirect introduces new Trusted Trade Account

  30-05-2023 13:43 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  ElectricalDirect is now offering customers up to £10,000 instant credit, with the launch of its new Trusted Trade Account. Thanks to a simplified application process, the improved credit facility also makes it easier than ever before to trade with ElectricalDirect.
  The online application takes just a minute and – if eligible- the approval is instant, meaning customers can start using their account right away.
  Customers benefit from up to 60 days interest free credit and can access th
  
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• Jointless underfloor heating cable to transform installation process

  30-05-2023 13:13 via ewnews.co.uk
  ThermoSphere’s Membrane Heating Cable is the first and only underfloor heating cable that uses TwistedTwin construction and in-line hot-to-cold technology.
  ThermoSphere, a leading British-based electrical heating manufacturer, has been using its technical expertise to drive innovation for over 25 years. 
  Many faults occur around the cold tail joint of the heating cable because the joints, which are normally heat-shrink wrapped, are three times thicker than the cable. Installation of t
  
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• Marshall-Tufflex’s van friendly conduit and mini trunking lengths

  30-05-2023 13:06 via ewnews.co.uk
  As part of its continued drive for product improvements, leading manufacturer of cable management solutions, Marshall-Tufflex, is introducing van friendly 2.4 metre lengths of mini trunking and conduit, making it far easier for contractors to get lengths of product into the back of a small van. 
  Self fix mini trunking (MMT2 & MMT4)The 25x16mm and 38x25mm self-fixing profiles, now available in 2.4m lengths, are a versatile and durable solution for the neat and safe containment of electri
  
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• Vent-Axia provides ventilation for on-trend bathrooms

  30-05-2023 12:48 via ewnews.co.uk
  A recent survey by Trend-Monitor and the Bathroom Manufacturers Association has found that bathroom budgets have increased significantly to roughly £7.5k.
  With this increased budget comes higher expectations so it’s important that electricians can offer customers what they want when refurbing a bathroom or adding an en-suite to a property. Leading ventilation specialist, Vent-Axia, is well equipped to provide ontrend fans that tick all the right boxes for electricians and their custo
  
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• Non-corrosive battens from Knightsbridge

  30-05-2023 12:43 via ewnews.co.uk
  The new Torlan suite of LED battens from Knightsbridge provides a noncorrosive, energy efficient and high performance lighting solution for a wide range of applications. 
  The TorlanComm is suitable for indoor and outdoor commercial applications, is available in two versions, CCT adjustable and Digital Addressable Lightning Interface (DALI) CCT; three colour temperatures and a huge choice of wattages. Bodies and diffusers are impact-resistant, noncorrosive polycarbonate, with stainless steel
  
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• New additions to Airmaster Cooling Range

  30-05-2023 12:39 via ewnews.co.uk
  Airmaster is long established as a key brand in air cooling with comprehensive ranges of table and floor fans, encompassing both premium and economy options to key products. Aircon units have been added in recent years, with 2023 enhancements to both 9000 and 12000 BTU units now with quieter operation and complete with wifi App controlled versions. 
  There are three further major additions for this year, starting with a Portable Air Purifier. This 22w floor standing unit, for room sizes from
  
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• Mini RCBOs 6kA from FuseBox – smaller and safer

  30-05-2023 12:31 via ewnews.co.uk
  RTAM series of Mini RCBOs from FuseBox, with switched LIVE and NEUTRAL, provide the most comprehensive protection against overload, short circuit and earth leakage. Each Mini RCBO provides Type A – AC and pulsating DC protection up to 6mA. 
  Available in current ratings from 6A – 40A, a short circuit capacity of 6kA, and in B and C type tripping curves. 
  Its compact design, just 85mm high and 18mm wide, ensures plenty of space within the consumer unit for routing and connect
  
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• Schneider Electric becomes the latest ECN Awards sponsor

  30-05-2023 10:00 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Electrical Contracting News is proud to announce that Schneider Electric has been confirmed as the latest sponsor of the ECN Awards.
  Schneider will sponsor the drinks reception at the ECN Awards, which are being held at the Heart of England Conference and Events Centre in Coventry on 30 November 2023.Schneider’s purpose is to empower the world to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability. Schneider calls this ‘Life Is On’
  The company’
  
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