Electrical news

• ‘Consumers will continue to be cautious, looking for the best value for their money’, warn market analysts on Christmas 2023

  19-10-2023 11:26 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The Christmas season will gett off to a solid start this year, with October sales coming in 5.5 per cent ahead of a year ago, before cooling off “considerably”. This is according to new analysis by commerce protection provider, Signifyd. It predicts that sales in the EMEA region will remain flat (+0.5 per cent) in […]
  
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• Consort unveils new brand identity

  21-08-2026 17:33 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Electric heating manufacturer Consort Claudgen has revealed a new identity to convey its next chapter in electric heating.
  The manufacturer has adopted Consort as its master brand, introducing a new logo and visual identity effective from 1 September 2026.
  The change reflects the name already used by customers and colleagues and creates a clearer, more consistent presence across the company’s communications and trade materials. The refreshed identity uses a warm red, retains the familiar h
  
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• Lighting the way at Gateway 14: DALI-2 controls support Innovation Centre

  21-08-2026 17:25 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  A new £18.8m Skills and Innovation Centre in Suffolk has incorporated a DALI-2 lighting control system.
  The three-storey development forms part of Gateway 14, a business, innovation and logistics park with facilities including office space for high-growth start-ups, collaboration areas, meeting rooms, training facilities and a café.
  Designed to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating, the 35,000sq ft building incorporates a range of measures intended to improve energy efficiency and reduc
  
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• More than just a door intercom

  21-08-2026 17:21 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  DoorBird launches its new D22x series for modern building requirements.
  Modern buildings are placing ever-increasing demands on door communication systems.
  With the new D22x series, DoorBird introduces a new generation of IP video door intercoms. Developed based on specific customer requirements, the series combines cutting-edge technology, exceptional flexibility, premium design and Made in Germany quality. As part of the Assa Abloy Group, the global leader in access solutions, DoorBird combine
  
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• IDEAL’s new 6mm² lever connector to support data centre and EV growth

  21-08-2026 17:19 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  As data centre construction and EV infrastructure continue to expand across the UK and Europe, electrical contractors face mounting pressure to complete large-scale installations quickly and reliably.
  Ideal Electrical is meeting that demand with the launch of its new 6mm² lever connector, a solution made to support quick and secure connections for 0.5mm² to 6.0mm² cable.
  The connector accommodates solid, rigid-stranded and flexible wires across two-port, three-port and five-port c
  
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• Too loud, too slow, too bulky?

  21-08-2026 17:14 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  ATC’s hand dryer gets it just right.
  When specifying a hand dryer, it’s your job to match the noise levels to the environment.
  This means matching drying speed to footfall, style to the aesthetic, hygiene standards to the function, durability to the level of use—and all within a reasonable budget!
  That’s where Tiger ECO comes in. One hand dryer designed by ATC to meet the demands of hospitality, education, healthcare and office environments, without asking any of them to
  
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• Ovia spotlights its upgraded Emergency Exit Box

  21-08-2026 17:08 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Ovia, part of the Scolmore Group, continues to build on its Orbik by Ovia emergency lighting range.
  The Orbik portfolio that has benefited from significant recent investment to enhance innovation, performance and compliance.
  Significant to the upgraded portfolio is the Vipex5, a 4W Polycarbonate Exit Box. Delivering outstanding performance, the Vipex5 boasts a 36-metre viewing distance for maximum visibility and safety. Its ultra-narrow frame creates a sleek, modern aesthetic, while the robust p
  
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• Aperta IP multi-way door entry solution from ESP

  21-08-2026 17:01 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  ESPs’ Aperta IP PoE access control range offers installers high spec door entry solutions that are quick, and easy to install and suitable for a wide range of projects.
  From large apartment blocks to small commercial properties and domestic dwellings, the range has been designed to offer more flexible installation and improved performance compared with traditional ‘2-wire’ and ‘4-wire’ systems.
  At the top end of the range is the Aperta IP Multi Way Outdoor Station w
  
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• Unicrimp’s comprehensive Conduit Accessories range

  21-08-2026 16:59 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Scolmore Group company Unicrimp continues to support professional electricians and installers with a comprehensive portfolio of Q-Crimp conduit accessories.
  The extensive Unicrimp conduit accessories range has been developed with the installer in mind, combining robust materials with practical design features to streamline on-site installation while delivering long-term reliability.
  The range includes more than 90 individual products, ensuring installers have the right accessory for virtually an
  
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• Click Scolmore highlights enhanced safety across Elucian range

  21-08-2026 16:55 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Click Scolmore is reinforcing its commitment to safety and compliance across its Elucian consumer unit range with its Three Phase Terminal Shrouds.
  Designed to support safer installation practices in more complex electrical environments, the Elucian Three Phase Terminal Shrouds provide a practical solution for protecting against accidental contact with live components.
  Installed at the base of a 250A main switch, these shrouds act as a protective barrier between incoming supply cables and the in
  
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• Knightsbridge unveils complete downlighter family

  21-08-2026 16:53 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Knightsbridge’s comprehensive fire-rated downlighter portfolio, delivers clearly defined benefits designed to simplify specification and raise performance. RenuLED, CyroLED and SpektroLED EVO are each engineered to meet specific project and budget requirements while maintaining versatility and ease of installation.
  At the top of the range, SpektroLED EVO offers unparalleled variety and flexibility in a single product. A 108-downlights-in-one solution, SpektroLED EVO combines selectable wat
  
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• Deligo R&D – we need YOU

  21-08-2026 16:47 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Deligo believes that the best products are innovated most effectively where they’re actually used: on site, in real installations, by people on the tools. That’s why the company has launched Deligo R&D, a new programme designed to work closely with electricians and hands-on trade professionals who install, test and rely on Deligo products every day.
  Deligo R&D participants receive Deligo products completely FREE to use in real working environments. Once a product has been ins
  
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• Smartphone charging re-imagined!

  21-08-2026 16:44 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Smartphones charging convenience is a daily issue, with cables, adaptors and cluttered charging points a point of frustration across homes, hotels and other public places.
  From the CED Group, MagCharge is the world’s first electrical outlet with integrated induction charging, bringing Qi2-compatible wireless magnetic charging directly into a standard wall socket. Installed into standard 25mm back boxes, the unit users allows users to place a compatible smartphone against the magnetic charg
  
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• Armour Home appoints Sav Remzi as Culture Ambassador

  21-08-2026 11:32 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Armour Home has announced record label boss, and founder of East London’s Blue Note Club, Sav Remzi, as its new Culture Ambassador, in a move that cements Armour Home’s intent to move beyond traditional hi-fi and into music culture. The company behind high-performance audio brands, Goldring, QED and Q Acoustics is on a mission to bring its brands to the […]
  
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• UK households combining renewables to improve energy resilience

  20-08-2026 13:30 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Data from MCS, the UK’s quality mark for small-scale renewables like solar panels and heat pumps installed in homes and small businesses, shows a record start to the year for certified installations.
  There were 210,000 installations in the UK between January and June 2026, up 17% on the previous highest start to a year in 2025 and equivalent to one installation every 74 seconds.
  Solar panels were the biggest driver, with almost 150,000 certified installations – a 14% increase on last
  
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• Franke introduces award-winning Mythos 2Gether Slide hob extractor

  20-08-2026 12:43 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Franke UK has unveiled the award-winning Mythos 2gether Slide hob extractor, a premium appliance that combines induction cooking and powerful extraction. Winner of the prestigious Red Dot Design Award 2026, the Mythos 2gether Slide has been created for homeowners looking to achieve a clean, contemporary kitchen without compromising on performance. By combining a four-zone induction […]
  
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• Bristol Appliance Centre unveils new look as business enters ‘new chapter’

  20-08-2026 10:36 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Independent electrical retailer Bristol Appliance Centre has unveiled a new brand identity and logo as the business continues to grow and evolve. The retailer said the rebrand has been designed to better reflect the business it is today while retaining the customer service and values that have been at the heart of Bristol Appliance Centre. […]
  
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• CEDIA Smart Home Awards EMEA Marks 20 Years with Standout 2026 Finalists

  19-08-2026 15:23 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals™, is thrilled to announce the finalists for this year’s CEDIA Smart Home Awards EMEA, recognising standout smart home achievements in design, innovation and technical expertise throughout the region. As the EMEA CEDIA Awards mark 20 years in 2026, this year’s finalists reflect both the programme’s enduring legacy and […]
  
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• New ERT Magazine puts independent electrical retail under the microscope

  19-08-2026 14:04 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The latest issue of ERT Magazine is out now, bringing together exclusive interviews, retailer insight, industry analysis and the inaugural The ERT Report. Starting on PG4, ERT rounds up the latest news from across the electrical retail sector, before turning its attention to one of the biggest topics in technology right now. On PG8, we […]
  
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• New ERT Magazine puts electrical independent retail under the microscope

  19-08-2026 14:04 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The latest issue of ERT Magazine is out now, bringing together exclusive interviews, retailer insight, industry analysis and the inaugural The ERT Report. Starting on PG4, ERT rounds up the latest news from across the electrical retail sector, before turning its attention to one of the biggest topics in technology right now. On PG8, we […]
  
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• EIC Case Study: Support for a neurodivergent professional

  19-08-2026 14:01 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Mental health challenges, particularly securing diagnoses for conditions like ADHD, present complex obstacles for working professionals. The diagnostic journey often involves confusing processes, extensive delays, and emotional strain – especially when managing undiagnosed symptoms affects daily performance. Diana’s experience demonstrates how targeted professional guidance can transform uncertainty into empowerment and progress.
  Working within the electrical sector, Diana contacted
  
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• The importance of relationship building for supply chain stability

  18-08-2026 12:31 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  By Graham Mercer, managing Director of Glasgow-based Rearo.
  Until recently, we were told, relationships in business were an unnecessary thing of the past. Globalisation meant seeking out the most cost-effective options anywhere in the world and modern methods of communication and logistics would do the rest.
  At the touch of a computer keyboard, you could do business with anyone, anywhere in the world without ever having to meet them, and it would all be justified as long as the price was right.
  
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• NMBS and merchant member break NU ground

  18-08-2026 12:18 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  A merchant specialising in the sale of plumbing, heating, electrical and bathroom products has become the first company to complete an innovative route to NMBS membership.
  Nu Independent Wholesalers, based in Minehead on the Somerset coast, began working with NMBS in 2024 and has recently become a full member of the buying society after first joining on an affiliate basis.
  Dean Hayward, head of sales and marketing at NMBS, explains: “Our affiliate to full member pathway reflects NMBS&rsquo
  
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• Croydon considers ankle tags for persistent shoplifters in retail crime crackdown

  17-08-2026 16:19 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Persistent shoplifters could be fitted with GPS-tracking ankle tags under new measures being considered by Croydon Council as retailers continue to battle high levels of theft. The south London council is exploring the use of electronic monitoring for repeat offenders, alongside restrictions that could prevent individuals from entering certain areas of Croydon town centre. The […]
  
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• Beko returns with multi-million-pound integrated Reliability campaign

  17-08-2026 12:39 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Beko returns with its Reliability campaign for a third consecutive year, marking its biggest campaign to date. The activity underlines Beko’s continued investment in brand building, reinforcing its leading product reliability, increasing consumer consideration and supporting its retail partners throughout the key autumn trading period. “Building on the success of the previous two bursts of […]
  
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• EIC calls for more fundraisers to support industry

  14-08-2026 14:00 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  The Electrical Industries Charity is calling on the electrical and energy industry to step up in support of our charity.
  A significant portion of the EIC’s funding each year comes from individual fundraisers. These are people from the industry who organise their own fundraising activities in support of our Charity. Without their efforts, our charity would not be able to continue offering the life-changing support we do to individuals and families in the industry who need it most.
  Every fun
  
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• From fragmented charging to one connected fleet ecosystem Humax and Paua simplify EV charging for fleets

  13-08-2026 14:59 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Humax EV Charging has partnered with Paua to help UK fleets simplify electric vehicle charging by bringing home, workplace, public and depot charging together into a single connected platform. The partnership combines the Humax MX7 Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)-ready smart charger with Paua’s fleet charging platform to simplify home charging reimbursement for electric fleets. Using ISO 15118 technology, […]
  
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• 12% increase in engineering students at top UK unis

  13-08-2026 10:21 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  A new study today reveals a 12% uplift in engineering sector degree apprenticeships at the UK’s Top 100 universities in the last two years, despite government funding cuts earlier this year leaving thousands of employers facing an estimated £214 million* increase in training costs.
  The research by the University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC), the higher and degree apprenticeship voice for over 80 universities, comes just months after levy funding was withdrawn for most Level 7 app
  
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• VCHRGD appoints chief AI officer

  12-08-2026 16:51 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  VCHRGD has appointed James Read as its new Chief AI Officer, strengthening the company’s commitment to supporting its customers and people with the software development and artificial intelligence that will enable its continued growth.
  The appointment is the latest step in VCHRGD’s evolution from a successful EV charger manufacturer into an integrated charging technology business. Building on the growth strategy announced earlier this year, James will lead the development of AI-power
  
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• Rastro AI joins ETIM North America 

  12-08-2026 16:31 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  ETIM North America announced that Rastro AI, an AI catalog operations provider for manufacturers and distributors, has joined the North American chapter of the global product classification standards organization.
  With a leading-edge enrichment application and PIM solution, Rastro AI enables manufacturers such as Endress+Hauser to launch their catalogs faster and deliver exceptional product information and customer experiences with their trading partners.
  Rastro also serves distributor
  
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