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• Carhartt launches Sun Defender workwear range

  02-05-2025 08:23 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  With tradespeople spending hours outdoors and vulnerable to harmful UV rays, dehydration and heat stress, Carhartt has introduced a new Sun Defender range – a collection of durable, high-performance workwear with built-in sun protection that doesn’t have reduce comfort or mobility.
  Sun Defender fabric is rated to UPF 40+, offering maximum protection by blocking 98% of the sun’s harmful UV rays. The range includes lightweight, breathable garments that help workers stay cool, and
  
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• Matt Esau joins HEA Distribution as new Commercial Director

  07-01-2026 14:29 via ertonline.co.uk
  HEA Distribution is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Esau as its new Commercial Director. Mr Esau brings deep industry experience and a strong track record in high-end audio distribution and commercial leadership, strengthening HEA’s strategy as it continues to grow its presence across the UK market. Joining HEA Distribution at a pivotal moment, […]
  
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• VCHRGD integrates chargers with Octopus Energy tariff

  07-01-2026 13:20 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  VCHRGD Technologies, a British EV charge point manufacturer, has confirmed that its electric vehicle chargers now integrate directly with Octopus Energy’s Intelligent Octopus Go tariff, enabling eligible users to access lower charging rates and automated smart charging schedules.
  The integration applies across VCHRGD’s charging portfolio, including the Seven Pro 7.4kW home and business charger and the TwentyTwo Dual 22kW workplace and public model.
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• Train and educate to reduce the risk to safety, says Fire Aware

  07-01-2026 12:31 via ewnews.co.uk
  Growing fire safety organisation Fire Aware is highlighting the need for further training and education across the industry at all levels to help improve prevention and improve fire safety across the built environment.
  The fire safety sector is currently facing significant shortages of qualified staff, made worse by the need for specialist skills to manage the new legislation introduced under the Building Safety Act.
  The move to heighten awareness of the importance of fire safety training from F
  
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• Drayton offers a ‘Great Greggs Giveaway’

  07-01-2026 12:01 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  To kickstart the new year, Drayton, a manufacturer of heating controls in the UK, has launched the Great Greggs Giveaway, with up to £26,000 worth of vouchers up for grabs until the end of April.
  When installers spend over £75 on Drayton products in a single transaction – either online or in branch at any merchant or retailer in the UK – they’ll receive a £5 Greggs digital voucher.
  Plus, there’s no limit on how many voucher installers can claim; the more
  
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• Cold snap drives UK power demand to seven-year high

  07-01-2026 10:56 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  An Arctic blast of snow, sleet, and hail has driven UK temperatures to -12.5°C, the coldest recorded this winter, sharply increasing electricity demand and placing stress on the GB power system.
  With Storm Goretti forecast to bring further heavy snowfall, experts warn that elevated demand and high prices could persist into mid-January.
  Reacting to the news, Jake Thompson, GB Market Expert at Montel Analytics, says, “National electricity demand surged during peak hours as temperatures p
  
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• ESP spotlights its Aperta access control range

  06-01-2026 13:03 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Innovative security products supplier ESP is once again shining a spotlight on its Aperta access control range, a streamlined and reliable collection of products designed to meet the demands of modern installations.
  The range operates under the Aperta name – the Italian word meaning ‘to open’ or ‘to allow access, passage, or a view through a space’ – and continues to be recognised for its focus on ease of installation and straightforward operation.
  With just t
  
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• Currys’ performance continues to strengthen

  06-01-2026 12:31 via ertonline.co.uk
  Electricals retailer, Currys has announced its half year results to November 2025, with profit before tax at £22m, up 144 per cent year-on-year (YoY), group free cash flow was at £84m, up at 68 per cent YoY, and group revenue at £4,230m, up eight per cent (currency neutral up six per cent) – driven by […]
  
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• Martindale updates CP201 socket tester

  06-01-2026 11:44 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Martindale Electric, a manufacturer of electrical test equipment, has introduced an updated version of its CP201 industrial socket tester, extending its range for testing 16A and 32A single-phase industrial sockets.
  The revised CP201 is intended for use during routine inspection and maintenance, providing a simplified method for identifying common wiring issues and supply voltage conditions at industrial outlets.
  Updated features and intended use
  The latest CP201 includes a simplified interface
  
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• Anker Innovations showcases ‘iconic’ lineup at CES 2026

  06-01-2026 10:54 via ertonline.co.uk
  Anker Innovations, a global leader in consumer technology, has unveiled its latest collection of next-generation products at the Pepcom Digital Experience event at the Paris Las Vegas hotel and CES 2026 activations. The brands represented at the product showcase will include Anker, eufy and Soundcore. In addition to the linesup, Anker Innovations is proud to […]
  
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• ECS commissions LED controls for Stoke City FC

  06-01-2026 10:35 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Elite Control Services (ECS), a UK specialist in architectural lighting control systems, has completed the commissioning of a new LED lighting controls system at the Bet365 Stadium, home of Stoke City Football Club.
  The project forms part of a wider lighting and controls upgrade at the stadium, replacing floodlights that had been in operation since 2014.
  The new system is intended to improve lighting performance while reducing overall energy consumption.
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• Belling Farmhouse scoops Which? ‘Top 50 Products of 2025’ placing

  05-01-2026 15:20 via ertonline.co.uk
  Belling, part of Glen Dimplex Home Appliances (GDHA), has been recognised by consumer champion Which?, securing a coveted spot in its prestigious ‘Top 50 Products of 2025’. The Belling Farmhouse 110cm Dual Fuel was the only range cooker to be selected for the 2025 list, solidifying its position as a market leader in the category […]
  
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• LG to showcase new home robot at CES 2026

  05-01-2026 12:25 via ertonline.co.uk
  LG Electronics (LG) will be showcasing its new home robot, LG CLOiD, for the first time at CES 2026, held in Las Vegas from January 6-9. Representing LG’s continued progress in home robotics, LG CLOiD is designed to perform a wide range of indoor household tasks, enhancing everyday convenience and improving quality of life by […]
  
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• Phenolic breakdown: The hidden danger

  05-01-2026 12:17 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  If you have read any of UK manufacturer of electrical test equipment Kewtech‘s previous articles, you may already be familiar with the mantra “Test Before You Touch”.
  In a previous piece, the company explored the risks of metallic surfaces becoming live. Here, it dives into a lesser-known but equally dangerous issue: phenolic breakdown in thermosetting plastics.
  What are phenolic plastics?
  Back in the late ’60s through the early ’90s, phenolic resin was the go-to ma
  
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• EIC launches 2026 Health Calendar and Wellbeing Talks

  05-01-2026 12:08 via ewnews.co.uk
  The Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) has officially launched its 2026 Health Calendar and Wellbeing Talk series.
  A year-long programme of resources, hints & tips and monthly virtual sessions designed to support the mental, emotional and physical wellbeing of people across the electrical and energy industries.
  Delivered by EIC’s experienced welfare team alongside trusted partners, the series aims to encourage open conversations, reduce stigma and provide practical tools for everyday
  
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• Recolight publishes 2025 ‘Commitment to Sustainability ‘

  05-01-2026 11:53 via ewnews.co.uk
  Recolight has published its Commitment to Sustainability for 2025. The document summarises the plans Recolight has put in place to reduce the company’s own environmental impact, and to help others to do the same.
  Recolight CEO Nigel Harvey explains the strategy: “Firstly, we try to put our own house in order. We put in place policies and strategies to reduce our own carbon footprint, to improve the circularity of what we do, and to encourage our suppliers of transport and recycling s
  
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• Samsung announces new projector at CES 2026

  05-01-2026 11:32 via ertonline.co.uk
  Samsung Electronics has announced the global launch of The Freestyle+, its latest AI-powered portable projector designed to deliver a more flexible and personalised entertainment experience across a wide range of spaces. Unveiled ahead of CES 2026 in Las Vegas, The Freestyle+ builds on the distinctive design of the original Freestyle while introducing smarter AI capabilities, […]
  
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• Samsung announces new projector

  05-01-2026 11:32 via ertonline.co.uk
  Samsung Electronics has announced the global launch of The Freestyle+, its latest AI-powered portable projector designed to deliver a more flexible and personalised entertainment experience across a wide range of spaces. Unveiled ahead of CES 2026 in Las Vegas, The Freestyle+ builds on the distinctive design of the original Freestyle while introducing smarter AI capabilities, […]
  
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• EDA celebrates Sscond Princess Royal Training Award

  05-01-2026 11:27 via ewnews.co.uk
  The Electrical Distributors’ Association (EDA) is proud to announce that it has received its second Princess Royal Training Award, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in workforce development. The award recognises the EDA’s suite of 12 Product Knowledge Training Modules, which continue to set the benchmark for skills development in the UK’s electrotechnical sector.
  The award was presented in December 2025 at an inspiring ceremony held at Fishmongers’ Hall, London, wh
  
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• EW January issue – Welcome to 2026

  05-01-2026 11:19 via ewnews.co.uk
  Welcome to our first issue of 2026! Here at EW HQ it always feels a little odd to be putting together the January issue while we are still in December, but there’s something about looking ahead to the new year that always makes me feel hopeful. Despite the many challenges facing the electrical wholesaling sector and the wider electrical industry, there are strong voices advocating for sustainable growth and a positive, profitable future.
  Some of these strong voices can be found in this iss
  
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• Kidde introduces fire and CO alarm control switch

  05-01-2026 10:49 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Kidde Safety Europe, a UK manufacturer of smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms, has introduced a new Fire and CO Alarm Control Switch that enables remote testing and silencing of interconnected Kidde FIREX hardwired alarms, providing a practical solution for properties where alarms are installed in locations that are difficult to access or require regular inspection.
  The Fire and CO Alarm Control Switch makes the process easy with a convenient Test/Hush button that eliminates the need for phy
  
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• Ideal Heating reinstates One More MAX incentive

  05-01-2026 10:26 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Ideal Heating, a UK manufacturer of boilers and heat pumps, has confirmed the return of its One More MAX installer incentive at the start of 2026, offering up to £1,000 in rewards through its Connect programme.
  The scheme runs from 1 January to 30 April 2026 and applies to installers who register more Logic MAX or Vogue MAX boilers during that period than they did between 1 January and 30 April 2025.
  Installers who exceed their previous total by one registered boiler will receive £30
  
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• £18 million power upgrade benefits 30,000 residents

  02-01-2026 17:26 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  More than 30,000 people in Hackney and North London will benefit from upgraded energy supplies following the completion of an electricity project from distribution network operator UK Power Networks.
  The project, which began in July 2017, required the installation of 22km of cable and ducting across four new circuits, with the final circuit being energised in November 2025.
  The new infrastructure will benefit more than 30,000 homes in Hackney and Walthamstow, paving the way for electric vehicles
  
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• New lockable enclosure covers for Elucian consumer units

  02-01-2026 12:00 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Click Scolmore has enhanced its Elucian consumer unit range with the launch of new Premium Lockable Enclosure Covers.
  These sleek and secure retrofit covers have been designed to fit seamlessly with the company’s current Elucian range, meeting the growing demand for lockable, tamper-proof consumer units.
  The upgraded security and design have set new standards in the domestic market, offering a simple upgrade solution for customers who already have Elucian consumer units installed.
  The new
  
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• Lockable enclosure covers for Elucian consumer units

  02-01-2026 12:00 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Click Scolmore has enhanced its Elucian consumer unit range with the launch of new Premium Lockable Enclosure Covers.
  These sleek and secure retrofit covers have been designed to fit seamlessly with the company’s current Elucian range, meeting the growing demand for lockable, tamper-proof consumer units.
  The upgraded security and design have set new standards in the domestic market, offering a simple upgrade solution for customers who already have Elucian consumer units installed.
  The new
  
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• NAPIT announces UKAS accreditation for MCS scheme

  02-01-2026 10:56 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  NAPIT, a company developing green skills and compliance, has confirmed that it has achieved UKAS accreditation to deliver the MCS Redeveloped Installer Scheme.
  The company says this reinforces its commitment to quality, consumer protection, and robust certification standards across the small-scale renewable sector.
  The milestone marks a new phase in the long-standing partnership between NAPIT and MCS, aiming to provide greater clarity for installers as the redeveloped scheme is rolled out.
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• Product of the Month: ONYX Heater with WiFi

  29-12-2025 09:55 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  The electric heating market has moved on – and so has storage heating. ONYX represents a new generation of high heat retention storage heaters, designed for homes that demand efficiency, connectivity, and intelligent performance that genuinely delivers. This is not storage heating as you knew it; this is storage heating done properly.
  At the core of ONYX is its exceptional heat retention. With up to 60% retained heat and storage capacity of up to 16 hours, ONYX dramatically reduces the nee
  
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• (Insert AI assistant here), play ‘Deck the Halls’

  22-12-2025 13:31 via ertonline.co.uk
  By Daniel Todaro, MD, Gekko Field Marketing The magic of Christmas is getting a high-tech makeover. This year, holiday wish lists are moving beyond the typical gadgets and into the realm of the truly smart home. While a new television is still a coveted gift, modern shoppers are seeking next-generation devices that do more than […]
  
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• Listen up!

  22-12-2025 13:28 via ertonline.co.uk
  Whether it’s wireless headphones or high-end hi-fi systems. Retailers need to keep their ear to the ground to find out what’s coming out next in the audio market! by Rupert Cook One of the most common traps we see is treating the entire audio market as a single entity. It’s not. In reality, it’s split […]
  
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• Octopus and Barratt Redrow target zero home energy bills

  22-12-2025 12:19 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Octopus Energy, one of the UK’s largest energy suppliers, and Barratt Redrow, one of the UK’s largest housebuilders, have announced a partnership aimed at delivering homes with no household energy bills for up to 10 years, combining low-carbon building design with integrated clean energy technology.
  The agreement brings together Octopus Energy’s Zero Bills tariff with Barratt Redrow’s new-build housing developments, enabling residents to live in homes designed to generate
  
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