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• CEDIA seeks participation for Integrated Home Market Analysis

  07-07-2023 17:18 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  CEDIA has announced the opening of its 2023 Integrated Home Market Analysis, and is calling upon home technology integrators in the US and UK to provide valuable industry insights to appropriately size the market.The findings from its annual analysis have proven their immense value in providing integrators with a comprehensive view of trends and industry health, so that they may make more informed, data-led decisions for their businesses.
  Integrators will be asked to both reflect on their last 1
  
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• Lowe & Oliver releases centenary celebration book

  07-07-2023 16:59 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  In celebration of 100 years in the industry, Lowe & Oliver has commissioned and published a book outlining its history and the role played in the wider country’s electrification. Incorporating research from across the entire UK, it is focused on the southern counties.
  From its work with the royal family, such as involvement in the rebuild following the Windsor Castle fire, to providing airfield guide lighting during World War Two, enabling spitfires to land during the Battle of Britain
  
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• Screwfix appointed to the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers

  07-07-2023 16:24 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Screwfix has announced that it has been included in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for 2023. The annual accolade is compiled by the Department for Education and celebrates England’s outstanding apprenticeship employers.
  The retailer has been ranked in 69th place after applying for the first time for this accolade. It has been recognised for its commitment to creating new opportunities, the diversity of apprentices, and the number of apprentices who successfully achieve their apprenti
  
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• Financial climate affects tradespeople’s expenditure

  07-07-2023 15:58 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Tradespeople are spending over £1,000 on tools each year, on average, but the cost of living crisis is dramatically changing their buying habits, according to new research.
  The study conducted by ElectricalDirect asked tradespeople about their outgoings on tools, maintenance and repairs, and found that the average total is £1,110 a year.
  However, this figure should be even higher, as almost a fifth of workers (19%) say they need to purchase new tools but can’t afford to do so b
  
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• AEI Cables reviews fire safety cabling regulations

  07-07-2023 13:44 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  AEI Cables has sent a message to those making decisions about fire safety cabling under the new Building Safety Act 2022.
  From October 2023, buildings of at least 18m in height or with at least seven storeys, containing at least two residential units, will be deemed ‘high risk buildings’ and must be registered with the newly established, Building Safety Regulator.
  The registration must be made by the organisation or person who owns or has responsibility for the building, referred to
  
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• Why is it important to request Type test certification? 

  07-07-2023 12:05 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  In this article, Contactum looks at some of the compliance requirements of BS EN 61439-3 and the responsibilities manufacturers have to fulfil before certification is granted. The company shares excerpts taken directly from its Defender 2 test reports. 
  Within BS7671, the Wiring Regulations, Regulation 421.1.201 states that “within domestic (household) premises, consumer units and similar switchgear assemblies must comply with BS EN 61439-3…” Certification to BSEN 61439-3
  
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• Warmup updates its DCM-PRO Heated Decoupling System

  07-07-2023 11:39 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Warmup has announced a new update to its renowned DCM-PRO Heated Decoupling System. It is a popular electric underfloor heating solution with installers around the world, due to its innovative anti-fracture protection and ease of installation. To provide even greater versatility, it has been redeveloped with an optimised castellation design and two different membrane options, the classic peel and stick, featuring a self-adhesive backing, and a new fleece-backed option for use with traditional ad
  
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• Haier partners with David Lloyd Clubs to refurbish racquets

  07-07-2023 11:28 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Haier has announced that it is partnering with David Lloyd Clubs to inspire more children to get into sport, and it is launching a Preloved Tennis Racquet Programme. The companies have said collection boxes will be at the reception in participating David Lloyd Clubs and anyone who drops off a tennis racquet will also be […]
  
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• The Funky Appliance Company exceeds investment target with latest campaign

  07-07-2023 10:38 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The Funky Appliance Company has said it got off to a flying start in its latest crowdfunding campaign for its ninth round of investment in six years. The company was initially looking to raise £400,000 to fund the push to going international in the USA in Q1 2024, and when the campaign was sent live […]
  
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• Music sounds better with you

  07-07-2023 10:13 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  “Our purpose is to make life sound better; we’re trying to bring joy into people’s lives.” The words of Cambridge Audio CEO, Stuart George, who sat down with Jack Cheeseman to talk about how the brand’s love of music defines its place in the changing audio sector. When Cambridge Audio’s Stuart George last sat down […]
  
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