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Unicrimp, part of the Scolmore Group, has expanded its robust cable accessories range with launch of the Q-Nect IP68 Inline Connector – a durable, high-performance solution designed to deliver secure, long-lasting electrical connections in even the harshest conditions. Offering reliable protection against water, dust, and environmental ingress, the Q-Nect IP68 Inline Connector is perfect for …
Ideal Heating has confirmed its continued support for Andy’s Man Club (AMC), strengthening a partnership that puts men’s mental health front and centre – and uses Ideal’s reach in the trade to signpost men towards support. With more than 87,000 installers across the UK and a big presence in a male-dominated industry, Ideal Heating is …
Inceptor Milli Adjustable is a compact yet powerful addition to Ovia’s growing Milli family of fire-rated domestic downlights. Designed with the same innovation, fire-rated safety and ease of installation as the standard Milli, the new adjustable version offers a seamless 360° rotation and 20° tilt capability to deliver total directional lighting control. Complementing the Inceptor …
RD Group and HWB360 share global expertise on indoor air quality at UN General Assembly events in New York. Swansea-based Raven Delta (RD) Group and its subsidiary Health and Wellbeing 360 (HWB360) have represented Wales and the UK on the world stage, showcasing Welsh-led innovation in healthy building standards at events linked to the United Nations General …
InstaVolt, the UK’s leading public ultra-rapid EV charging network, has launched the industry’s first use of live GPS tracking in a bid to tackle the rising threat of charging cable theft. Delivered in partnership with Trackit247, the pioneering initiative will see live GPS devices installed in charging cables across InstaVolt’s nationwide network to enable real-time …
The UK is facing a growing trade skills shortage, with one in four tradespeople planning to retire within the next five years, according to Screwfix’s 2025 Voice of the Trade report. With the UK already facing a shortfall of 250,000 tradespeople by 2030*, the report highlights the increasingly urgent need for government action to address the growing …
Despite transport disruption, the ICEL Emergency Lighting Conference 2025, held at the Cavendish Conference Centre, welcomed delegates from across the UK for a day of insights, debate, and inspiration. The annual event, organised by ICEL (Industry Committee for Emergency Lighting), brought together industry leaders, technical experts, and professionals from across the sector to discuss the …
The Baxi Installer Skills survey 2025 at the HQ in Warwick. Picture by Shaun Fellows / Shine Pix Ltd More than half (59 per cent) of UK heating engineers are either already or likely to work with other companies to develop heat pump competencies, according to heating and hot water solutions provider Baxi’s fourth annual …
Grant UK has updated its online training for installers and heating engineers with the release of a new on-demand course for the Aerona³ R32 air source heat pump range. The new Grant Aerona³ ASHP Installer on-demand course includes the latest product information as well as several new course elements to deliver a more interactive learning …
InstaVolt, the UK’s leading ultra-rapid EV charging network, has completed the first installation in a planned nationwide upgrade programme, replacing two 50kW chargers with a single 120kW ultra-rapid unit at Chineham Business Park in Basingstoke. The upgraded charger delivers significantly faster charging speeds in a wider bay designed to be more accessible. The faster charging …
Customers can now see at a glance the recycled steel content and greenhouse gas emissions linked to the production of every pair of forged pliers from KNIPEX, making it easy to factor sustainability into purchasing decisions. The information appears directly on product pages on the KNIPEX website, showing two clear values: the proportion of recycled …
Nine in ten (94 per cent) tradespeople use their work van to help friends and family at the weekend Tradespeople are most frequently roped in to using their vans to help friends or family transport furniture, move house, or dispose of rubbish One in seven (14 per cent) who use their van outside of work …
New look loyalty programme offers customers more ways to be rewarded Toolstation has announced an update to its existing loyalty programme, Toolstation Club that will see more benefits announced to support its members. From 1st October, it will introduce an additional tier to its loyalty programme, the Toolstation Trade Club, designed to reward its most …
New research reveals which vans cost drivers the most to fix, analysing average repair bills for engines, suspension, brakes and other key systems, while also ranking each model’s reliability. Nissan NV200 and Fiat Doblo Cargo rank as the most cost-efficient, combining low average repair costs with high reliability scores. At the other end of the …
Built for small and medium-sized businesses running fleets Available in the Allstar Co-Pilot app for fast booking, reminders and cost control Timed ahead of March’s MOT peak to cut admin and downtime Allstar, one of the UK’s leading EV, fuel and business expense payment companies, has enhanced ServicePoint for a new audience – small and …
A Milton Keynes business owner is proving the power of community support, drawing on his own journey from teenage boxer to company director. Callum Biscoe, owner of C&B Electrical Contractors Ltd, is sponsoring Bletchley Boxing Club’s upcoming international tournament. He says the initiatives not only provide vital funding but also reflect the life-changing opportunities he …
UK employers have six months left before UK Government grants for Electric Vehicle (EV) chargepoint installations close on 31 March 2026. The grants, for hundreds or even thousands of pounds, are designed to encourage EV uptake by helping provide charging. The grants are running alongside the UK Government’s newly reinstated purchase grants for qualifying new …
Collaboration and innovation took centre stage at Circular Lighting Live 2025, the UK’s leading sustainability conference for the lighting industry. Held in London and organised by Recolight, the event brought together more than 35 inspirational speakers and leading brands to explore how the industry can accelerate the transition to circularity. Delegates, sponsors, and speakers highlighted …
Engineering and tech professionals urged to share trial and error examples to inspire next generation Running from 10 to 14 November 2025, Tomorrow’s Engineers Week aims to shape young people’s perceptions of the industry. Bringing the community together, it shines a light on inspiring engineers and technicians and the many careers available. For this year’s …
New research shows how plumbers and heating installers across the UK are stepping up to meet the demand for low-carbon heating, but regional disparities remain. Across the UK, 58 per cent of professionals have already trained or upskilled in heat pumps, with a further 34 per cent planning to do so within the next 12 …
The first-ever TECH-X 2025 has been hailed a success, uniting the entire lighting sector under one roof. Despite the challenges posed by the London travel disruption, the determination of attendees shone through, proving once again that the strength of our industry lies in its people. Ayça Donaghy, CEO of The LIA, said: The dedication shown …
The recently completed refurbishment of the Pennymoor Community Centre in Tamworth, Staffordshire – a vibrant home to a thriving preschool nursery and vital community venue – showcases how a local business like Scolmore Group is ambitious to make a lasting positive impact on local communities. Two local businesses, one shared vision In partnership with another …
When AirHop, part of the Activeon Group, prepared to open its latest indoor adventure and trampoline park in Gloucester this summer, climate control was high on the priority list. The new 25,000 sq. ft venue, a high-ceilinged warehouse, required a reliable, energy-efficient system to maintain visitor comfort year-round without inflating operating costs. The solution came …
R&B Switchgear Group, a UK leader in switchgear manufacturing and power distribution, celebrated National Manufacturing Day 2025 by welcoming year 10 engineering students from Middleton Technology School for a behind-the-scenes tour of its head office production facility. The nationwide initiative, led by Make UK, highlights the vital role of UK manufacturing and encourages industry leaders …