According to 2022 data from Siemens, industrial organisations lose almost
$1.5 trillion a year to unplanned downtime. In sectors where uninterrupted operations are essential – including chemical manufacturing, oil and gas and pharmaceuticals — downtime isn’t just an inconvenience, it’s a significant disruption that directly affects profitability and productivity.
Andrew Keith, Division Director at Power Prove, explores the role of load bank testing in back-up power systems to prevent unplanned downtime.
What is the real fire risk from solar panels?
Founder and Managing Director of Aztec Solar Energy Ltd, Richard Williams, shares his views on safety issues and the need for greater statutory regulation, as more installations are made on commercial buildings.
Raising standards of fire safety with DIN testing
Fire safety will always be a high priority for construction managers and building users. However, fire ratings for cable management systems can be confusing because there is no British Standard to test to. Mark Williams, Lead Marketing Manager at Legrand UK & Ireland, discusses the role testing plays in ensuring end users’ peace of mind through high standards of safety.
Case Study: The largest Voltage Optimisation rollout in UK history
A voltage optimisation programme, which is one of the largest of its kind in the UK to date, has enabled one of the largest operators of restaurants, pubs and bars in the UK to significantly cut its costs and improve its carbon footprint nationwide.
Choosing the right cable management for the job
Barry Roberts, National Specification Manager at Marshall-Tufflex looks at the properties of different cable management system materials and the applications for which these products are most suitable.
Scott Conor, Technical Director at Trust Electric Heating, looks at sustainable, efficient heating solutions for commercial retrofit applications.
What are the emerging trends shaping electrical fit-out and workstation solutions and the opportunities for contractors to provide solutions for future flexibility and working practices in office environments. Tim Shirt of CMD looks to the future.
Leighton James of TRILUX discusses how the growing effects of anthropogenic climate change and increasing concerns over natural resource scarcity have pushed the Circular Economy agenda to the forefront.
Ideal industries launches gen ii in-sure lever wire connector
Ideal Industries has built on the success of its In-Sure Push-In, Lever and SpliceLine Connectors with the launch of its innovative Gen II Lever Connector.
Ideal industries launches new test & measurement range
IDEAL Industries has developed a new range of test and measurement equipment designed to offer electricians quality, accuracy and consistency at a competitive price.
The rollout of fibre-optic broadband continues apace for commercial properties across the UK, with previous copper networks fast becoming outmoded as demand for data-intensive technologies increases in the workplace. Paul Churm of REHAU explores.
Nigel Thomas of ABB discusses how building services managers can use smart power technology to control energy consumption.
The new generation of Floodlight luminaires from LEDVANCE are now available in 10 to 50 watt models.
Electrical training routes launched by TESP
A series of recommended training routes have been developed by The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) to provide clear direction on the right paths to becoming a qualified electrician.
More and more contractors are recognising the benefits of ensuring they have qualified workers on their jobs and raising standards to achieve competence. Using ECS Check, the free-to-use digital system from the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS), businesses can verify that ECS cardholders are qualified to the required level for the job and prevent individuals slipping through the net using fraudulent or forged certificates.
Synapsys launches new smart lighting range
An exciting range of products are now available for the control and integration of lighting systems from Synapsys.
A Guide to the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations
Steve Martin, ECA Director of Technical, gives an overview of the key changes to the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations that were published this month and come into full effect on January 1 2019.
James Gunning explains how cable management systems can be used for multiple applications. Not only does this make for easier installation, it also saves time on specification and makes maintenance straightforward.
More refrigerant bans possible, says government
The government could tighten up the rules that restrict the use of global warming refrigerant gases including speeding up phase-out programmes and introducing new bans, according to a spokesman from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA).
Baxi research suggests schools strongly support heat decarbonisation
A survey conducted by Baxi of 200 state school estates managers, consultant engineers and M&E contractors has found that while enthusiasm for Net Zero and support for low carbon heating systems in schools is thriving, persistent barriers remain.
