ARMD agree anti-tool theft partnership with Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG) ARMD and the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG), that owns more than 172 builders merchant branches across the South of England, have entered a partnership that looks set to protect more tradespeople from the terrible effects of tool theft. The partnership will bring ARMD’s all-in-one smart van alarm, tracker and insurance package to IBMG’s builder ... The post ARMD agree anti-tool theft partnership with Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG) appeared first on Professional Electrician ..read more

Ash secures key renewables contract for complex solar PV work A leading mechanical and electrical contractor has started work on a key renewables project that will save more than 34,500kg of CO2 emissions. Atherton-based Ash Integrated Services is installing more than 500 solar panels on behalf of Stockport Council at Endeavour House, a depot building on Bredbury Park Way, owned and operated by Totally Local ... The post Ash secures key renewables contract for complex solar PV work appeared first on Professional Electrician ..read more

NVC’s lighting solutions are put to good use in two recent lighting projects The team at NVC recount two recent projects that have seen a number of the brand’s lighting solutions put to good use. TYNE TUNNEL TRADING EST Having previously been commissioned by UK Land Estates to construct an industrial unit on the Tyne Tunnel Trading Estate that resulted in an award winning building, Tri Construction was ... The post NVC’s lighting solutions are put to good use in two recent lighting projects appeared first on Professional Electrician ..read more

Industry leader Sean Smyth becomes ECA President Respected engineer and business leader takes on leading role in engineering services body. The new President of ECA, the UK’s leading engineering services trade association, is business leader and electrical engineer, Sean Smyth. Sean recently celebrated 50 years in the electrical industry, having begun his career as a JIB apprentice in 1973 and progressing to ... The post Industry leader Sean Smyth becomes ECA President appeared first on Professional Electrician ..read more

Fluke introduces key benefits of user-friendly testing tools for solar power technicians Growth targets for solar power demand increased knowledge in an expertise constrained market. Fluke’s user-friendly tools enable all installation and maintenance professionals to reap the rewards As nations around the world push ahead with protecting the planet and minimising the use of fossil fuels, installations of solar-powered energy systems are increasing. In order to be ... The post Fluke introduces key benefits of user-friendly testing tools for solar power technicians appeared first on Professiona ..read more

Mersen’s TERRA surge protection range We discover more about the latest developments in surge protection technology and find out why Mersen’s latest offering could benefit your next installation. Any manufacturing and processing facility with motors stopping and starting, light load panels being turned on and off frequently, and other potential power disturbances is at risk from the damage caused by ... The post Mersen’s TERRA surge protection range appeared first on Professional Electrician ..read more

Halogen-free flame retardant cables – why are they important? | BASEC Where did halogen-free flame retardant cables come from and why are they important? Mark Froggatt, Technical Director at BASEC, explains more. Often overlooked, the electric cable is a fundamental ingredient in any Infrastructure project globally. The greater need for more power, more data transmission and more of everything, in general, has driven significant development of ... The post Halogen-free flame retardant cables – why are they important? | BASEC appeared first on Professional Electrician ..read more

Gripple celebrates one billionth fastener Gripple, the Sheffield-based manufacturer of wire joiners and tensioners for agriculture and suspension solutions for construction and the solar industry, is celebrating an incredible milestone – producing its one billionth fastener. A celebration event was held at Riverside, Sheffield, one of Gripple’s six manufacturing facilities in South Yorkshire to mark the milestone, which included current staff and ... The post Gripple celebrates one billionth fastener appeared first on Professional Electrician ..read more

Think refurbishment… but re-think using LED Tubes | Zumtobel Group With the imminent T8/T5 ban, LED Tubes appear a quick win for refurbishment projects. Graeme Shaw, Technical Director at Zumtobel Group UK & Ireland, discusses the key considerations before ordering. Building operators carrying out lighting refurbishments are faced with reducing energy costs and carbon emissions alongside improving the use of the space. One key driver ... The post Think refurbishment… but re-think using LED Tubes | Zumtobel Group appeared first on Professional Electrician ..read more

PE June issue – out now in print and digital! Your FREE copy is ready and waiting for you at your local electrical wholesaler stockist. The June issue of PE is loaded with 100 pages of content for electrical professionals to enjoy, including industry news, views, advice, new products and reviews – we’ve also got a full and comprehensive special feature section dedicated to the ... The post PE June issue – out now in print and digital! appeared first on Professional Electrician ..read more