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In the last month, sales of electric vehicles grew by almost a third The majority of battery electric vehicles were bought by businesses or to be used in fleets (71.4 per cent) Private buyers of fully electric cars has risen in the last year, accounting for more than one in five (22.1 per cent) new …
Joblogic‘s analysis of 2,500+ UK service businesses reveals Wednesdays at 4pm as the UK’s most efficient maintenance window but only 5 per cent of businesses use it Jobs logged on Wednesdays at 4pm are handled fastest – with only 18 per cent of weekly tickets raised midweek, and just 5 per cent at this optimal …
Staying safe when working with tools is always important. But when working with electrical systems, extra care is necessary to avoid electric shocks and the risk to life they bring. Whether you’re an electrician, mechanic, heating engineer or DIYer, checking your tools before starting any electrical work is essential. To keep users safe, tool expert …
Matt Western, Member of Parliament for Warwick and Leamington, met with representatives from InstaVolt at the company’s ultra-rapid charging hub in Warwick to discuss the growing issue of cable theft and its damaging impact on the UK’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. The visit follows a nationwide rise in incidents of criminal damage to EV charging …
FireAngel, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms, was proud to support Rely On Fire Check (RoFC) as it hosted its ROFC Invitational Golf Event; bringing together industry professionals to network, take part in friendly competition and raise funds for an important cause, Fire Fighters Charity. Hosted at the …
Wrexham Mineral Cables (WMC) has released a new technical guide designed to help insurers, underwriters, and risk consultants understand how electrical cabling affects building resilience and life safety integrity. The publication, titled How MICC Fire-Survival Cables Support Safer, Lower-Risk Buildings, explains why electrical cabling is often the weakest link in both fire and electrical safety strategies. …
The October 2025–March 2026 catalogue from Jefferson Tools introduces new products, extended ranges and practical innovations to help professionals tackle the colder months with confidence. As the seasons shift and the days grow shorter, Jefferson Tools, a leading tools and equipment supplier in the UK and Ireland, launches its latest catalogue for October 2025 to …
As the UK’s emergency services change to electric vehicles and estates, UK Power Networks is launching a new initiative designed to simplify and speed up the transition. The ‘Blue Light’ project will help ambulance, police, and fire and rescue services plan and deliver the low-carbon technologies they need, from electric vehicle (EV) charge points to …
Toolstation in partnership with Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) funds young volunteers to transform clubhouse. Toolstation, one of Britain’s largest suppliers of tools and building supplies, joined forces with social enterprise Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) to transform the Wasps FC clubhouse, at Twyford Avenue in West London. The transformation follows the huge success of the Red …
Unicrimp, part of the Scolmore Group, unveils the latest addition to its Q-Crimp fixings range – the Squarelock 6” Woodscrew Drill Bit – an essential tool for electrical contractors and installers working with SQ2 square-drive fasteners. Engineered for maximum performance, the Squarelock Woodscrew Bit ensures a snug, secure fit, offering unparalleled torque, reach, and reliability …
Like & share this news article: Featured Products Posted by: electime 3rd November 2025 An innovative addition to its industrial Highbay range, the Inceptor Hi-Bloc is designed with both performance and versatility in mind. The Hi-Bloc is a CCT and power switchable linear Highbay, aimed to deliver high-performance illumination across environments that demand …
Sangamo has been manufacturing its Round Pattern Time Switches for over 65 years, and in that time has sold more than 11 million units. The Round Pattern Time Switch is trusted by installers for a wide variety of applications, not just because of its reliability but its ease of use. The simple dial and …
Lucy Electric and Lucy Zodion’s EV infrastructure activities are being combined under a new, dedicated entity – Lucy Electric EV Infrastructure Ltd. The new business will deliver an integrated range of EV infrastructure solutions, from package substations and distribution pillars to full lifecycle support. A new purpose-built manufacturing facility in Sowerby Bridge will expand capacity, …
The long, hot summer led to a huge uptick in demand from consumers for air conditioning installation, according to the latest Checkatrade Home Improvement Index Just 5 per cent of UK homes currently have air conditioning – but increasingly hot summers could see this change Traditional ‘winter prep’ jobs such as central heating, insulation and …
British EV charger brand Simpson & Partners is looking to expand its Trusted Installer Network, introducing new tools, content and commercial opportunities designed to help independent installers grow their businesses while delivering premium home and business charging solutions to their customers. The enhanced programme includes a dedicated Installer Portal for seamless quoting, ordering and approvals, …
Running a busy breakfast service for 100 rescue goats was all in a day’s work for power workers who swapped the office for Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats. UK Power Networks’ volunteers lent a hand at the UK’s only registered charity dedicated exclusively to the welfare and rescue of goats in Wierton Park, Boughton Monchelsea. Over …
Like & share this news article: News Posted by: electime 30th October 2025 The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has celebrated the handover of a £42,000 Isuzu D-Max DL40 truck to R & M Williams Limited, the Neath-based firm crowned Overall Master Builder of the Year 2025 at last month’s ceremony. Often dubbed …
Innovative 5-year project aims to remove barriers to sustained STEM engagement and track impact on students’ attainment and STEM career aspirations Announcement comes ahead of Tomorrow’s Engineers Week 2025 (10 to 14 November) EngineeringUK and the City & Guilds Foundation have announced a new 5-year partnership designed to improve access to consistent, high-quality science, technology, …
The has been awarded an EcoVadis gold medal for the fourth time in succession. The evaluation by the independent sustainability platform covers the headquarters in Dornbirn as well as all other locations worldwide of the globally operating lighting group. In an industry comparison, the Zumtobel Group ranks among the top 1 per cent of all …
Continual rise in crime: 67 per cent of construction professionals say crime on sites has increased in the past year, with 64 per cent saying it intensifies during the colder months. Young workers worst affected: 28 per cent of young workers have missed out on work due to crimes on site; and 26 per cent …
Ariston Group, the global leader in sustainable heating, water heating and renewables, is further reinforcing its range of services to installers and heating engineers by opening a new training centre in Dublin. The training centre opened in partnership with Plumb-It – an Irish plumbing and heating product distributor – and is the newest addition to …
Regatta Professional welcomed tradespeople from across the UK to join them on their AW25 hi-vis photoshoot launching in retail and online from the 2nd November. The brand invited six creators and tradesmen who wear hi-vis for their day job to join them at a photoshoot in Manchester on a working building site. Tradies included Ali …
October identified as peak month for tool theft, as darker evenings increase risk Average value of stolen tools rose 18 per cent since 2020, despite fewer overall claims Nearly one in five (18 per cent) tool theft claims came from East Anglia in 2024 Tool theft cost UK tradespeople £294 million in 2024 alone, according …
InstaVolt, a leading international ultra-rapid charging network, has announced the launch of three new ultra-rapid charging sites across the Republic of Ireland, reinforcing its commitment to growing EV infrastructure across the country as it continues its global expansion. The new charging locations in Dublin, Letterkenny and Waterford all offer reliable charging with a greater than …