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• John Lewis announces net-zero science-based targets validated by official body

  30-06-2023 15:51 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  John Lewis has announced that it is the first UK retailer to have its net-zero science-based targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. The retailer said this achievement demonstrates its clear commitment to play its part to limit the global temperature rise to 1.5 C, as called for in the Paris Agreement. Marija Rompani, […]
  
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• Fix Radio unveils the impact of the ULEZ expansion on tradespeople

  30-06-2023 14:06 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  As the ULEZ expansion is just under two months away from coming into force, tradespeople are set to be among those worst hit by the new regulation. Research from the Federation of Master Builders has shown that increases to transportation costs, such as rising parking fees over the last 18 months has forced 80% of tradespeople in the Capital to increase their prices. Now, the new national research revealed by Fix Radio has shown that the ULEZ exp
  
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• Luceco’s attractive return on investment at Qatar Central Bank – Doha

  30-06-2023 12:45 via ewnews.co.uk
  Luceco has recently supplied luminaires to the Qatar Central Bank located in Westbay, Doha.
  The Qatar Central Bank, founded in 1993, provides banking functions for the state and issues the Qatari rial, the national currency. The 30 storey building required a completely new energy-efficient and cost-effective lighting solution.
  The refurbishment of the entire building was tendered under the supervision of the Arab Engineering Bureau Consultancy. Luceco provided a complete lighting design solution
  
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• New IDEC E-stops from Live Electronics

  30-06-2023 12:36 via ewnews.co.uk
  Live Electronics, the specialist independent UK distributor of rugged industrial electronic and electromechanical components, has introduced the latest range of IDEC X-Series Safe-Break emergency
  Designed to offer the highest levels of machine and operator safety, the new E-stops use an innovative design that stops a machine the moment an operator hits the emergency stop button. The IDEC E-stops will also immediately shut-off power if a contact block or actuator is damaged or incorrectly install
  
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• Thinking outside the box

  30-06-2023 12:31 via ewnews.co.uk
  New selection of IP69 slope top boxes from Lasnek.
  Lasnek Ltd, the UK’s leading manufacturer of quality stainless steel cable management systems, has announced its latest selection of IP69 slope top boxes for installing terminals, pushbuttons, or switchgear.
  Available in three different configurations, the latest product offering of slope top boxes from Lasnek includes Push Button Boxes with supplied 22.5mm holes, Terminal Boxes with a blank front cover, and Control Station Boxes with suit
  
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• Embracing solar energy

  30-06-2023 12:28 via ewnews.co.uk
  Deligo’s bold step towards a sustainable future.
  As the global pursuit of renewable energy solutions gains momentum, the remarkable growth of solar power stands out as a shining example. Powering buildings with solar energy has emerged as the world’s fastest-growing renewable energy solution, and for good reason. Not only does it promise substantial savings on energy bills, but it also offers greater independence from the national grid, reduces environmental harm, and empowers users
  
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• New range of detector alarms from Axiom

  30-06-2023 12:26 via ewnews.co.uk
  Axiom is upgrading its complete range of smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms with up to date technology and modern attractive designs – all CE and UK/CA approved.
  Both Smoke and Heat Alarms comprise ten-year life Lithium battery versions as well as mains power options, complete with 9v alkaline battery back-up. Supplied with ceiling mounting brackets for easy installation, this RF range pairs seamlessly with one other and can link with up to 40 alarms.
  The Carbon Monoxide Alarm is a sta
  
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• Fixing packs from Deligo

  30-06-2023 12:22 via ewnews.co.uk
  Deligo has introduced a range of one-price ‘Fixing Packs’ to its everexpanding product portfolio. Often Fixings products are required in relatively small quantities. Previously, the only options were to encourage the customer to buy a whole box, or for the wholesaler to be left with a ‘split box’ on their shelf – both problematic in their own way. These packs allow the end user to select and purchase the Fixing packs from Deligo correct product for the job, and chea
  
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• Hamilton’s new GRID LEDITB250 Dimmer

  30-06-2023 12:20 via ewnews.co.uk
  Featuring 14 new on-trend finishes, the Grid-Fix inlay plate can now match your chosen face plate and/or rocker finish, resulting in a more coordinated look. No more plastic finish inlays. No more lock nut. Just one stylish Push On/Off Rotary 2-Way Switching 250W Grid Plate Dimmer. GRID LEDITB250 at a glance:Control up to 250W of mains dimmable LEDs
  1-way or 2-way Push On/OFF switching – perfect for retrofit
  Manually select dimmer mode (Leading or Trailing edge)
  A choice of 14 metallic inl
  
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• Amy Lister named JTL’s National Apprentice of the Year 2023

  30-06-2023 11:21 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  JTL has named Malvern-based apprentice, Amy Lister, as the winner of JTL’s National Apprentice of the Year Award for 2023. This year’s annual awards ceremony took place at the Victory Services Club in London.
  After being crowned a Regional Electrical Award winner for her academic and practical progress earlier this year, Amy went on to compete against 11 other regional award winners at JTL’s annual awards ceremony. As part of the selection process, it was agreed by its senior t
  
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• Cast your vote for the ERT Awards Manufacturer/Supplier categories!

  30-06-2023 11:12 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The voting is still open for the Manufacturer/Supplier categories for the ERT Awards 2023. During the first stage of the process, which kicked off back in April, the entries came pouring in across the various ERT Awards categories – including all the usual categories plus a brand new one for this year, Best Independent Electrical […]
  
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• Amy Lister from Malvern named JTL’s National Apprentice of the Year 2023

  30-06-2023 09:16 via ewnews.co.uk
  JTL, one of the leading apprenticeship providers in the building services engineering sector in England and Wales has named Malvern-based apprentice, Amy Lister, as the winner of JTL’s National Apprentice of the Year Award for 2023. This year’s annual awards ceremony took place at the Victory Services Club in London on Wednesday 28th June.
  After being crowned a Regional Electrical Award winner for her academic and practical progress at JTL’s Regional Awards earlier this year, A
  
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