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EW December – Trends for 2024

EW December – Trends for 2024

Once again, we arrive at the final issue of the year. This issue of Electrical Wholesaler features a varied range of topics to round off a year that has been dominated by discussion of sustainability, smart tech and safety. On page 22, we highlight Recolight’s Reuse Hub and SATCol’s IT Reuse service, two initiatives that […]

By December 1, 2023 Read More →
ECA applauds Chancellor’s payment reforms for SMEs

ECA applauds Chancellor’s payment reforms for SMEs

Leading electrotechnical and engineering services body ECA has welcomed Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s commitment to enhance payment times for SMEs in his Autumn Statement. From April 2024, companies bidding for large government contracts will need to demonstrate they pay invoices within an average of 55 days, and tapering to 30 days in the coming years, to […]

By November 24, 2023 Read More →
BEAMA launches net zero campaign

BEAMA launches net zero campaign

“Businesses will not U-turn on net zero, but there are some ceilings only Government can smash.” That is the fundamental message behind the campaign launched today by BEAMA, the trade association for the UK electrotechnical industry. Representing manufacturers of networks, smart energy, heating and ventilation and electrical installation products, BEAMA has over 200 company members […]

By November 24, 2023 Read More →
ESF conference tackles full lifecycle of products

ESF conference tackles full lifecycle of products

The clear focus of the 2023 Electrical Product Safety Conference was the importance of the whole product lifecycle – from design and pre-market, to on the market and end of life – the full circular economy. Held at Church House in Westminster, London on 16 November, the day-long event brought together experts and leaders from […]

By November 23, 2023 Read More →
Vent-Axia shows commitment to a low carbon future

Vent-Axia shows commitment to a low carbon future

British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is committed to providing healthy indoor air while driving a low-carbon future. The company is therefore paving the way in the ventilation sector when it comes to its decarbonisation. To illustrate its commitment Vent-Axia has set clear sustainability targets including increasing its sales of its low carbon products and increasing the […]

By November 22, 2023 Read More →

Product News

B.E.G. launches virtually “invisible” PIR sensor

B.E.G. launches virtually “invisible” PIR sensor

B.E.G. has launched a new rectangular flat PIR sensor which is virtually “invisible” for ceilings or luminaires, combining the advantages of passive infrared sensor technology with intelligent design.  Integrated into slat ceilings or luminaires, the sensor is designed to be unobtrusive and can blend into virtually any room space. The PD5N becomes the latest DALI-2 […]

By November 29, 2023 Read More →
Kidde launches new Cavius Relay Unit for comprehensive fire safety

Kidde launches new Cavius Relay Unit for comprehensive fire safety

Leading manufacturer of  fire safety equipment Kidde Safety Europe has announced the launch of a new relay unit under its Cavius brand, designed to provide enhanced safety for building occupants. The new Cavius Relay unit serves as a dedicated connection between smoke and heat alarms, and third party safety systems in the event of a […]

By November 29, 2023 Read More →
Unicrimp expands Q-Crimp accessories range

Unicrimp expands Q-Crimp accessories range

Unicrimp, part of the Scolmore Group of companies, continues to expand its popular Q-Crimp range of cable accessories to provide installers with an increasing number of problem-solving products. The latest additions are 3- and 4-Part BW armoured industrial brass glands.  The new 3- and 4-part Brass Glands now include a brass olive which allows for […]

By November 29, 2023 Read More →
New smart thermostat from Sangamo

New smart thermostat from Sangamo

ESP has added a smart thermostat to its Sangamo heating controls range, offering installers the opportunity to easily add a smart control function to their customers’ home heating. The Sangamo Wi-Fi controlled thermostat allows you to control and monitor the room temperature and thermostat activity from anywhere in the world, via a smartphone or tablet. […]

By November 29, 2023 Read More →
New solar powered lighting range from Ovia

New solar powered lighting range from Ovia

As business and home owners continue to deal with the dual challenge of high energy prices and environmental pressures, Ovia is pleased to announce that it has added its first solar-powered lighting products to its extensive portfolio. Harnessing the power of the sun is a new solar powered LED security floodlight and two new solar […]

By November 29, 2023 Read More →

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The Aico|HomeLINK Community Awards to return for 2024

The Aico|HomeLINK Community Awards to return for 2024

After the success of its first Community Awards in 2022, Aico|HomeLINK is bringing this spectacular event back for its second year, returning on Thursday 18 April 2024, at the International Convention Centre Birmingham. Hosted by Carl Jones, who presents Shropshire Business Live TV and works across print, radio and TV, the awards ceremony will welcome […]

By November 29, 2023 Read More →
Vent-Axia recommends key actions for World Ventilation Day

Vent-Axia recommends key actions for World Ventilation Day

On 8 November 2023, leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia welcomed the second World Ventilation Day, or #WorldVentil8Day, a day dedicated to recognising and promoting the importance of ventilation and indoor air quality (IAQ). This year’s theme was Breathe Better, Live Better. The day aimed to raise awareness of the importance of ventilation as a crucial part […]

By November 29, 2023 Read More →
Luceco fits well at White Oak Leisure Centre

Luceco fits well at White Oak Leisure Centre

Luceco has recently supplied luminaires to the brand-new £20 million White Oak Leisure Centre in Swanley.  The impressive facilities required energy efficient lighting to suit, Luceco’s lighting design services proposed a scheme that was chosen to illuminate the majority of the centre. The wet and dry changing rooms, family changing village, WCs and corridors were […]

By November 29, 2023 Read More →