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• Echo Industries DIN Rail Fire Suppressor

  03-11-2026 10:29 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Protecting electrical equipment is essential, and the DRMFS offers a compact, automatic fire suppression solution for suitable enclosed electrical installations.
  Measuring just 77 x 18 x 64mm, this DIN rail-mounted device is designed for installations where space is limited. Its 20g S-type aerosol-generating agent activates through an electrical or thermal trigger, releasing a fine aerosol to suppress combustion within the protected enclosure.
  Using a combination of heat absorption, chemical inh
  
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• Samsung previews HDR10+ ADVANCED for smarter TV picture processing, sets due in 2027

  05-11-2026 15:00 via ERT
  
  Samsung is prepping a new generation of TVs built around HDR10+ Advanced, the latest iteration of the HDR10+ ecosystem, reports Steve May. The new picture-processing platform features expanded scene-by-scene metadata, AI-powered tone mapping, intelligent motion control and cloud gaming optimisation. Even as TV panels become brighter and more capable, much of today’s TV content today […]
  
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• Bobcat Safety Footwear Makes Heavyweight Appointment to Drive Its Next Phase of Growth

  05-11-2026 13:57 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Rob Haines, formerly of Dickies, CAT Workwear UK and Briggs Industrial Footwear, appointed as Head of Sales for Safety Footwear
  Overland Shoes, the footwear powerhouse behind Bobcat Safety Footwear, is expanding its commercial leadership team with the appointment of Rob Haines as Head of Sales for Safety Footwear, effective immediately.
  Bringing more than 30 years of international sales experience across footwear, workwear and construction, Haines will lead sales development for Bobcat Safety Fo
  
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• Rangemaster launches Euronics-exclusive range cooker

  05-11-2026 13:37 via ERT
  
  Rangemaster, the British range cooker brand, has launched a new range cooker, the Aura, which will be available exclusively to Euronics’ Partners. Offering “Effortless Cooking for Everyday Living”, the new model comes in 90cm and 110cm sizes and features a range of flexible cooking options, either with a five-induction zone hob, complete with two preset […]
  
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• “Capping the BUS risks stalling the heat pump market”

  05-11-2026 10:55 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Following the news that projected funding under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme will not be met, Mark Krull from LCL Awards and Logic4training, warns that capping support for retrofit heat pumps could undermine confidence and installation targets.
  “We were expecting the BUS to be cut in the Autumn budget, thanks to rumours circulating in the media, and although not mentioned in John Healey’s speech, the cuts have nevertheless unfortunately materialised. The current funding level of £400 million w
  
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• Peter Tyson celebrates 60 years in business

  05-11-2026 10:35 via ERT
  
  Independent electrical retailer Peter Tyson is celebrating its 60th anniversary, having grown from a small television shop in Carlisle into one of the UK’s largest independent hi-fi and AV specialists. Founded in 1966 by Peter Tyson, the family-run business now operates three showrooms across Carlisle, Workington and Newcastle upon Tyne, alongside a national online and […]
  
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• CDA tops ethical ratings across four appliance categories

  05-11-2026 10:30 via ERT
  
  CDA has been named the highest-rated brand for ethical practices across four major domestic appliance categories, according to the latest research from The Good Shopping Guide. The appliance manufacturer has secured the top position in the organisation’s Ethical Ratings Tables for cookers, dishwashers, fridge freezers and washing machines. In the latest Cookers Ethical Ratings Table, […]
  
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• EAS requirements are changing – is the electrical sector ready?

  04-11-2026 13:46 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Organisations registered with a scheme provider may soon need to demonstrate individual Level 3 competency on some of the works they are already undertaking – which is why CEF is now offering accessible training to support electricians following the October 1st implementation date.
  Changes to the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) requirements changed this autumn, but is everyone affected aware of what they are?
  From October 2026, individuals working for companies registered with
  
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• Skills England Chair visits JTL’s West Midlands centre

  04-11-2026 13:35 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Phil Smith CBE, Chair of Skills England, visited JTL’s West Midlands training centre in Aston last week to see its apprenticeship training first-hand and discuss how the skills system can better support employers and apprentices.
  The visit comes against a backdrop of growing employer demand for skilled electricians and plumbers, as JTL’s own research shows the UK’s electrical workforce remains 25% smaller than in 2018 and on course to shrink by a further 32% by 2038 without intervention.
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• How do I make the most of the Golden Quarter?

  04-11-2026 13:00 via ERT
  
  It’ll be here before you know it! With Black Friday and Christmas fast approaching, Gekko’s Callum Puffett, Marketing Executive, looks at how retailers can prepare for the all-important peak trading season. It wasn’t that long ago that Black Friday meant a single, frantic day of in-store queues and website crashes. Today, the reality of peak […]
  
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• Futuresource unveils full agenda for Audio Collaborative 2026

  04-11-2026 12:23 via ERT
  
  Futuresource has revealed the full agenda and sponsor line-up for Audio Collaborative 2026, which will bring together leading names from the audio industry in London next week. Taking place on 11 November at the Ham Yard Hotel in Soho, the annual event will explore some of the biggest developments shaping the audio market, including artificial […]
  
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• Black and gold: Bertazzoni launches 17 new range cooker finishes

  04-11-2026 11:09 via ERT
  
  Bertazzoni has introduced a swathe of new range cookers focused solely on black colourways and gold touches. Carbonio (matt black-finished) dual-fuel models in single, double and triple-oven configurations (Professional Series), completely black gas and induction range cookers (Master Series) and gold-knobbed double ovens in stainless steel and matt black options (Master Series). Developed to meet […]
  
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• DALI appoints Ben Davidson as Senior Sales Manager, CI

  04-11-2026 08:57 via ERT
  
  Premium audio brand, DALI, has announced the appointment of Ben Davidson as Senior Sales Manager, CI (UK), starting on 16 November, 2026. He joins the team with extensive experience spanning commercial and product roles at Bowers & Wilkins, Monitor Audio and AWE-Europe. According to DALI, the appointment reinforces the company’s commitment to developing and supporting […]
  
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• E&S Solutions Joins AMDEA’s Associate Member Group

  03-11-2026 13:35 via ERT
  
  AMDEA, The UK Home Appliance Association, is delighted to announce that specialist small and floorcare appliance repairers E&S Solutions (DAR) Ltd has joined AMDEA’s  Associate Member Group. AMDEA CEO,  Stefan Hay says: “E&S Solutions is a very welcome addition to our Associate Member Group  (AMG), which continues to grow to include companies involved in the […]
  
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• Vent-Axia celebrates 90 years of British innovation

  03-11-2026 11:11 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Leading UK ventilation company Vent-Axia recently celebrated 90 years of British manufacturing and innovation.
  The company marked the milestone with a commemorative tree planting at Crawter’s Brook People’s Park in Manor Royal, Crawley, close to its headquarters.
  On Thursday 15 October, a Fastigiate Oak was planted by the Vice Lord-Lieutenant of West Sussex, John Barclay, DL, as part of the anniversary celebrations attended by the Mayor of Crawley, Councillor Marion Ayling, Peter Lamb MP for
  
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• National Ventilation wins ‘Ventilation Brand of the Year’ at EW Awards

  03-11-2026 11:06 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  This latest accolade follows the National Ventilation’s success at the 2024 Electrical Wholesaler Awards, when it won ‘Best Customer Service’ award.
  National Ventilation won the award following an online vote by industry professionals as well as being critiqued by a specially selected judging panel, comprised of individuals with extensive industry knowledge and experience.
  “At National Ventilation, our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we do work hard to make sure we ar
  
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• Luceco and SELECT partner for apprentice funding initiative

  03-11-2026 11:02 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Luceco Group has partnered with SELECT to launch Powering Potential, a new £18,000 funding initiative that will help three small electrical businesses across Scotland with the cost of employing first-year apprentices.
  The initiative responds to growing concerns around the cost of apprentice recruitment and training. A recent SELECT survey found that high wage costs and low levels of employer funding are among the biggest barriers businesses face when recruiting apprentices.
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• B.E.G. targets flexible spaces with new DALI lighting control system

  03-11-2026 10:59 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  The new DACO PRO system allows lighting zones to work independently as a standalone DALI addressable system.
  A new DALI lighting control system from B.E.G. is being launched to the UK market, providing solutions for open plan spaces, individual rooms, corridors and staircases for the control of DALI luminaires without the requirement of a centralised panel.
  The German manufacturer is launching Daco Pro, which uses multicast technology to allow multiple lighting groups to operate from a single DA
  
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• Ovia’s online calculator simplifies lighting design

  03-11-2026 10:53 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Ovia’s advanced Lighting Design Calculator is an easy-to-use online tool developed to support contractors, wholesalers, and specifiers in designing effective, regulation-compliant lighting schemes with ease and efficiency.
  Free to use and accessible to electrical contractors, M&E consultants and industry professionals, the Lighting Design Calculator can be used on Ovia’s website: www.oviauk.com/lighting-design-calculator.
  The calculator allows users to generate accurate lighting calculat
  
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• Elucian expands single-phase protection range

  03-11-2026 10:50 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Elucian has announced the expansion of its single-phase consumer unit and protective device range with the introduction of five new products.
  These are designed to provide contractors and wholesalers with greater choice, convenience and flexibility.
  The latest additions build on the continued growth of the Elucian range and respond directly to market demand for a broader selection of protection and control devices from a single, trusted source. The new products comprise Bell Transformers; Digita
  
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• Unicrimp expands OB1 range with 80ml squeezy tubes

  03-11-2026 10:47 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  The compact sealant and adhesive solution offers added convenience for contractors and a valuable sales opportunity for wholesalers.
  Leading cable accessories supplier Unicrimp has expanded its market-leading OB1 sealants and adhesives range with the introduction of new 80ml OB1 Multi-Surface Construction Sealant and Adhesive Squeezy Tubes, available in both clear and white.
  Designed to complement the existing 290ml cartridge range, the new compact tubes provide a convenient, gun-free solution f
  
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• ESP sets two-year on-site warranty for Espire range

  03-11-2026 10:45 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  ESP has announced the immediate launch of its new two-year on-site warranty for eligible products within the Espire fire and carbon monoxide alarm range.
  Setting a new standard for aftersales support in the domestic fire safety market, the offer is believed to be the only warranty of its kind currently offered in the sector.
  The new initiative reinforces ESP’s commitment to supporting contractors beyond the point of installation by providing direct on-site assistance in the unlikely event of a
  
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• Click Scolmore unveils additions to New Media range

  03-11-2026 10:43 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Click Scolmore has expanded its popular New Media range with the introduction of three new products.
  The new additions are designed to offer installers greater flexibility, improved functionality and stylish solutions for modern media cabling installations.
  They include an enhanced Hotel Key Card Switch Module; a USB Type C Throughput Module; and new Antique Brass 8- and 16-gang Media Plates – each one reinforcing the company’s commitment to innovation, practicality and high-quality design.
  
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• Ansell Lighting extends Falcon emergency lighting range

  03-11-2026 10:40 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Ansell Lighting has launched a unique emergency wall mounted luminaire that lights both the risk area and the instructional legend.
  Part of the Falcon collection, Falcon Protect has a light element shining downwards to highlight the risk area – such as a call point or fire extinguisher – and a light on the front to highlight the installed legend.
  It is supplied with five interchangeable legends – call point, fire extinguisher, fire hose reel, first aid and defibrillator – and helps achie
  
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• Modern living deserves smarter heating

  03-11-2026 10:34 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Introducing Alero WiFi.
  In a time when we carry supercomputers in our pockets, it’s fair to say our expectations of technology are high. Walk into a modern building and that technology is all around us. Lighting responds, energy is generated and stored, and connected systems work seamlessly in the background. Heating is no exception.
  Today, we expect intelligent heating controls, greater connectivity and a more personalised experience, all without added complexity. Alero WiFi is ATC’s latest
  
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• Airmaster’s smart heating range for everyday comfort

  03-11-2026 10:20 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Airmaster’s latest range of portable heaters, combine contemporary design with intelligent, user-friendly control. Selected models feature Wi-Fi connectivity and voice assistant compatibility, allowing users to manage their heating with greater flexibility. The range also includes clear digital temperature displays, a sleek black finish and castor wheels for easy movement. Non-Wi-Fi models are supplied with convenient remote controls.
  The new Airmaster range provides an ideal solution for cust
  
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• AI and autonomous hardware takes centre stage at IFA 2026

  02-11-2026 11:51 via ERT
  
  AI and robotics dominated the show floor at IFA 2026, with manufacturers showing off everything from smarter home appliances to robotic companions. Daniel Todaro, CEO of Gekko, reports from Berlin on the products that stood out, the brands making their mark and what retailers can take away from this year’s show. From the moment you […]
  
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• Eurosonic appoints new Head of European Sales

  02-11-2026 09:55 via ERT
  
  Eurosonic Group has appointed Lisa Salezius as its new Head of European Sales as the Manchester-based housewares company looks to strengthen its presence across Europe. Ms Salezius joins the business during a period of expansion and will be responsible for raising brand awareness and developing new opportunities with customers and partners in key European markets. […]
  
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• EW issue Nov 26 – Awaab’s Law Phase 2

  01-11-2026 12:04 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  From 30 November 2026, Awaab’s Law Phase 2 comes into effect. Awaab’s Law sets legal deadlines for social landlords in England to investigate and fix hazards that put tenants’ health or safety at risk. It is named after two-year-old Awaab Ishak, who died in 2020 from a respiratory condition caused by prolonged exposure to mould in his family’s home in Rochdale. His parents had complained to their landlord repeatedly for three years before his death, and the mould was never treated.
   
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• Samsung brings the screams to the screen this Halloween

  30-10-2026 12:12 via ERT
  
  Samsung has teamed up with psychologist Emma Kenny to explore how television technology can make horror films even more frightening, while offering viewers advice on how to handle the scares. Samsung is putting its latest TV technology in the spotlight this Halloween, highlighting how improvements in picture quality, colour and sound can make horror films […]
  
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