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Leicester College is constructing a new Electrotechnical Workshop and Test and Inspection Lab at its Freemen’s Park Campus in the city. The new facility will provide T Level, Technical Level 2, and evening Level 2 and 3 programme learners with greater exposure to a broader range of industry-standard materials, tools and equipment, significantly enhancing their …

As one of the building automation sector’s leading drivers of better female representation, the Building Controls Industry Association’s (BCIA) Young Engineers Network (YEN) recently co-hosted the Together We Engineer event – a thought-provoking discussion on empowering women and the next generation. Organised by the YEN and the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) Women …

According to data from MCS, the UK’s quality mark for small-scale renewables such as solar panels and heat pumps, there were a record 170,000 certified renewable installations in the first six months of 2025. This is a 37 per cent increase on the equivalent period last year, and a 33 per cent increase on the …

Flagship mechanical and electrical engineering specialist, Salko UK, is ramping up its operations across the UK’s nuclear sector as it expands its team of security-cleared professionals active on high-priority sites. The Yorkshire-based firm, which recently marked 25 years in business, currently has 20 technical professionals with specialist clearance to work on nuclear power plants – …

Like & share this news article: News   Posted by: electime      7th August 2025 Three finalists have made it to the last stage of the 50th anniversary ECA Edmundson Apprentice of the Year Award. They are: Ewan Forsythe – Michael Nugent (ES) Ltd Gary Hall – Dalkia Engineering Ltd Jack Hawkins – Camelot Electrical …

The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) is reinforcing the vital importance of ongoing skills development for all engineers, contractors, and operatives involved in the selection, installation, operation, and maintenance of pump systems across UK industry. With pumping systems playing a critical role in sectors ranging from construction and water management to energy, manufacturing, and processing, …

Shaun Fletcher, a much-loved electrician, tragically died by suicide in December 2023 after an ongoing battle with mental ill health. The 44-year-old husband and father was in the process of completing a house renovation, which was being carried out to make the home more accessible for their son Toby, who was born with complex health …

Average Brit Reported 5 DIY Disasters in Last Year… Costing Over £1,500 Tradespeople are increasingly being called upon to rectify DIY disasters across the UK, with 1 in 4 trades professionals revealing they are regularly needed to fix amateur repair attempts. New research from commercial insurance broker Premierline also shows almost three quarters of Brits …

Like & share this news article: News   Posted by: electime      5th August 2025 Off the back of Storm Floris, energy solutions and temperature control specialist Aggreko is urging site managers to adopt more robust dehumidification and heating strategies in the face of high-risk weather in order to minimise damage to materials. Storm Floris …

Leading access equipment manufacturer Werner is celebrating three years of its successful ‘Stepping Up to Safety’ campaign – a nationwide initiative aimed at raising awareness and improving safety for professionals working at height. Launched in 2022, the campaign has delivered practical, on-the-ground guidance to thousands of tradespeople, reinforcing best practices and safe equipment use on …

As the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) marks its 80th anniversary, anticipation is building for its newly reimagined annual conference, which takes place on 18 September at the British Motor Museum. Early interest in the event has exceeded expectations, with delegate registrations already double those of the previous year and all exhibition stands …

Capital on Tap surveyed over 250 UK business owners across a range of industries to better understand key business jargon and the impact this language has on their business.  EBITDA or “earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation” has been named the most confusing business term, with 41 per cent of UK business owners stating …

The engineering design consultancy sector today applauded the Government’s commitment to UK SMEs, notably the championing of further measures to eliminate late payment.  Today’s suite of announcements includes the first Government-backed SME strategy in more than a decade and is a direct reflection of current small and medium sized business’ concerns across the UK.  Director …

First graduate joins the team at the Spennymoor facility World renowned supplier of lighting technology, Tridonic, is delighted to announce the recruitment of James Trudgill, a 21-year-old student and the first graduate of the Academy to join the Spennymoor team. Working in partnership with New College Durham, the education scheme is designed to deliver and …

The Innovate & Illuminate event series, hosted by Philip Payne, Ratio EV, and TRT Lighting, has already made a powerful impact across the UK—bringing together professionals from all corners of the lighting, emergency signage, and sustainable energy sectors for a day of insight, inspiration, and innovation. Having already lit up Birmingham, Leeds, and Bristol with …

As NAPIT wraps up the third series of WATT’s CURRENT, we recap on the highlights and key moments of each podcast episode. Hosts NAPIT Technical Commercial Manager Steve Humphreys and Technical Commercial Engineer Andrew Duffen kicked off the third series on April 16th, with all episodes available on major listening platforms. Across eight episodes, NAPIT …

A JTL apprentice from Preston has played a hands-on role in transforming a Lancashire home for BBC One’s DIY SOS, helping a local family welcome their teenage son home for the first time in three years. Joe Bibby, who is the second year of his electrical apprenticeship with JTL and his employer, Progress Housing, was …

More accurate network monitoring can mitigate the challenge posed by uptick in heatwaves, storms and heavy rainfall, says energy management and grid-edge intelligence specialist The increased frequency of abnormal weather events such as intense heatwaves, more violent storms and heavy rainfall presents an increased risk to countries’ electricity distribution networks that threatens customers’ power supplies. …

The BSIF Height Safety Special Interest Group (BSIF HSG) offers an overview of the new Personal Fall Protection Equipment Standard, BS 8681, and outlines its implications for the industry and those it impacts. Fall protection equipment plays a crucial role in safeguarding workers from the risks associated with working at height, which remains one of …

Today is the last day to register for The Electrical Industry Awards 2025 Register now! Final deadline for registration is today (31st July), but if you need a little more time to upload the full entry and supporting materials, log back in to do so by Friday 8th August. The Electrical Industry Awards – running …

47 per cent of tradespeople have forgotten their MOT*, with 5 per cent continuing to drive without realising it had expired. Just 46 per cent service their van regularly, with time, cost, and lack of legal requirement cited as key barriers. More than one in four (26 per cent) tradespeople have had to cancel or …

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, visited Truro-based ground source heat pump manufacturer Kensa to hear from Cornish businesses driving green growth and investment, and take part in a roundtable to discuss their role in Britain’s energy transition. During the visit, the Chancellor met with Kensa representatives and heard about the company’s pioneering approach …

Screwfix Live 2025 takes place between Friday 26th and Sunday 28th of September 10 per cent off everything for the weekend and a free goody bag worth more than £40 Registration now open at screwfixlive.com Screwfix is excited to announce that registrations are now officially open for Screwfix Live 2025. Back at Farnborough International Exhibition …