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Leading fire and life safety solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has won an award at the 2025 Fire & Security Matters (FSM) Awards, recognising its achievements in fire safety, customer service, innovation, and sustainability. At the ceremony, held at Coventry’s CBS Arena on 5th June, Advanced won the award for Fire Safety Project of the Year, and …
Early collaboration between supply chain partners is helping to meet the demands of rigorous new legislation, says leading cable supplier AEI Cables. The cables leader is seeing positive feedback to its guidance for closer working to meet the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022. The Act makes new stringent requirements for higher-risk buildings which …
Clean Air Day is the UK’s largest air pollution campaign, focusing attention on taking action to clean up our air and understanding the risks to health caused by air pollution. In support of Clean Air Day, celebrated on June 19, NAPIT discusses the importance of decarbonising transport and highlights the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). …
In the run up to International Women in Engineering Day on June 23 Six women have declared engineering is the way to go, if you want a powerful career! Trailblazers Samantha Burchell, Emma Christensen, Hilal Ozdemir, Georgia Edwards, Nene Yamsaki and Claire Sheridan all work at UK Power Networks, each in part responsible for keeping …
Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is proudly supporting Clean Air Day on Thursday, 19 June 2025. This year’s campaign highlights how air pollution affects us from before our first breath until our last, and encourages people to understand the health risks as well as urge MPs to support stronger air quality laws in the UK …
Ian Rippin, CEO at MCS, comments on the latest MCS data: “Last month was the best May for small-scale renewables in MCS history, with almost 30,000 certified installations across the UK, following on from the best April on record. “Figures from the MCS Data Dashboard show that there were over 5,100 certified heat pump installations …
Ahead of Glastonbury, Toolstation has launched a bucket hat for tradespeople and DIYers.The limited-edition merch from one of the UK’s largest suppliers of tools, accessories and building supplies will see proceeds from the sale going to its charity partner, Macmillan Cancer Support. Perfect for on-site days, sunny jobs, or just repping the Toolstation brand, the …
NAPIT are once again excited to be attending this year’s Installer Show at the NEC in Birmingham from June 24-26. The NAPIT stand can be found at 5F72 and will focus on education, providing training opportunities with hands-on learning and networking. There will be a chance to meet senior staff, including NAPIT experts in the …
Drivers in their 30s look set to spearhead the switch to Electric Vehicles in the UK, according to a CTEK survey of more than 1,000 UK drivers by Find Out Now which reveals 30 to 39-year-olds are the generation most primed to buy EV and ditch petrol and diesel cars first. The survey found almost …
The European Union’s move to consider more flexible climate targets reflects a broader shift already underway, as highlighted in earlier research showing businesses adjusting net zero plans in response to rising energy costs. According to EU diplomats, the European Commission is set to propose a new bloc-wide climate target to cut net greenhouse gas emissions …
Jewson has been confirmed as the headline sponsor for the On The Tools Awards 2025, renewing its commitment to recognising and championing the UK’s skilled tradespeople. The event, hosted later this year in Birmingham, is set to honour outstanding contributions across a range of professions that keep the country running. As headline sponsor, Jewson also …
Following the Government’s Spending Review, Jeff House, Director of External Affairs and Policy at Baxi, comments on the key points of interest for the heating industry. £13.2bn Warm Homes Plan “It is great news to see confirmation of the full £13.2bn funding earmarked for the Warm Homes Plan, which will see vital investment in the …
A world-leading expert in electricity power networks is embarking on a five-year programme of research supported by National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED). Professor Furong Li of Bath University has been appointed a Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chair, a position sponsored by NGED. Prof Li will lead a team of electronic and electrical engineering experts …
JTL, one of the UK’s leading apprenticeship providers in the building services engineering sector, proudly announced the winners of its 2025 National Apprenticeship Awards at a prestigious ceremony held at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds, where top apprentices, employers, tutors and training officers from across England and Wales were recognised for their exceptional contributions. …
New Whitepaper Challenges UK’s Over-Reliance on Overhead Power Lines As the UK races to meet its net-zero targets, a whitepaper produced by Centriforce, Crossed Wires: Rethinking the Underground vs Overhead Debate, urges policymakers and industry leaders to reconsider the default reliance on overhead transmission lines (OHL) in the national electricity network. Currently, the UK depends …
Checkatrade, the UK’s leading home improvement platform, has launched a refreshed brand and will go live with a new advertising campaign next week, led by a high-impact television advert and supported by a refreshed media and creative strategy. The evolved brand, created by Re Design, part of M+C Saatchi Consulting, went live last month, and …
#CEFLive25 returned to the Birmingham NEC on 5th and 6th June 2025, drawing thousands of electrical professionals, suppliers, and manufacturers for two days of networking opportunities, CPD-accredited learning seminars and cutting-edge technology shaping the future of the industry. A key focus of this year’s event was on driving progress across sustainability, skills development, and cross-industry collaboration. Through a packed agenda of TechTalks, …
The Electrical Industry Awards have extended their early bird registration rate of £30 —giving entrants extra time to secure the discounted fee ahead of the final entry deadline. Now celebrating its 33rd year, the Electrical Industry Awards are the ultimate showcase for the brightest stars, boldest projects, and most innovative companies lighting up the electrical …
The UK Government has committed to a target of 600,000 installations of heat pumps by the year 2028, which is part of the nation’s journey towards Net Zero. However, renewable heating specialist, Ryan Willdig at Heatforce, thinks that this target is unrealistic and there are multiple blockers in the way, stopping the nation from achieving this …
A family-run electrical business has achieved an awards quad trick after being named winners at the Central England Prestige Awards for the fourth year running. Starkey Electrical was named ‘Electrical Contractor of the Year 2024/25’ in recognition of its positive engagement with customers, high-quality reviews and testimonials and for having built up a loyal customer …
The latest TradeBrain monthly insight report, titled “Silence is Deadly: Therapy & Construction”, lays bare the continuing mental health crisis in the trades. Drawing from survey responses across On The Tools’ 8-million-strong online community, the data shows that therapy remains out of reach for many, with only 3 in 10 tradespeople admitting to ever having …
Following the government’s proposal of rooftop solar being mandated for new homes, a renewable energy and solar expert is warning that policy must go further to address energy for commercial buildings. Damian Baker, Founder and Managing Director of RenEnergy, said: “While it is good to see solar being mandated for new homes to support homeowners …
Since 2020, van theft has surged with over 12,000 vans stolen annually. Mike Thompson, COO of Leasing Options, warns that “keyless car theft is now one of the biggest risks to car owners. Drivers are being issued an urgent warning to be mindful, since 2020 van theft has surged with over 12,000 vans were stolen …
Launching in 2017 WIT Conferences have always been innovative, and as the only annual event run by tradeswomen, for tradeswomen and trainees we’re unique. Importantly, thanks to our generous sponsors, WIT this July 4th remains free for all tradeswomen and trainees to attend. We follow the same basic format, but after talking today to Konnie …