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• BS7671 Amendment 2 – heat pump installations – Type B RCDs

  12-05-2025 13:05 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  By Chaz Andrews, Technical Manager, Doepke UK Ltd
  Heat pumps (HP) producing leakage currents above 1kHz, will not be compatible with Type B RCDs that are only manufactured to meet the lowest requirement of BSEN62423, i.e. operation up to 1kHz.
  Type B RCDs rated for use up to 1kHz may trip unexpectedly when subjected to leakage currents above 1kHz, or worse, the detection circuit may be saturated (blinded). This will result in the device not detecting residual currents under fault conditions.
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• FireAngel returns to ASCP 2025

  12-05-2025 11:36 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  FireAngel, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms, will be showcasing its latest detection solutions at the ASCP Safety & Compliance Conference, Exhibition and Awards 2025, held in Newport from 14-16 May.
  As the only dedicated event for safety and compliance professionals working in social housing, compliance and asset management, the exhibition provides a unique opportunity for FireAngel to engage with housing providers and showcase how its con
  
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• Sirius announces new Approved Member, Apex Appliance Experts

  12-05-2025 11:03 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Sirius Buying Group, major buying group of electrical appliances and kitchen retail solutions is delighted to welcome Apex Appliance Experts, trusted partner for fast, reliable appliance repair service in London, as the latest Approved Member to join the group. Located in Finsbury Park in North London, Apex Appliance Experts specialise in professional repairs, seamless installations, and hassle-free […]
  
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• JTL to host ‘Trade Talks’ event in Hull

  12-05-2025 10:09 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  JTL, a leading training provider for electrical and plumbing & heating apprenticeships in England and Wales, is excited to invite local employers to its upcoming ‘Trade Talks’ open event at its Hull training centre.
  The event, taking place on Thursday 22nd May from 3pm to 7pm, offers business leaders the chance to engage directly with JTL, tour its state-of-the-art facilities and explore opportunities to take on apprentices – helping to address the skills gap in the region.
  
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