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Distribution Switchgear
Doepke
Technical articles

Distribution Switchgear

Distribution switchgear to BS EN 60947-3 defines the requirements for low-voltage switchgear and control gear,...

Marathon runners raise over £25,000 for Electrical Industries Charity
Electrical Industries Charity
News

Marathon runners raise over £25,000 for Electrical...

The 2026 London Marathon proved to be an unforgettable day for the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC), as...

Low carbon future and electrical safety take centre stage at Electrical Installation Live 2026
Electrical Safety First
News

Low carbon future and electrical safety take centre stage at...

Dedicated electrical installation event returned for a sold-out third year. Annual event brought together...

Martindale Electric further strengthens PAT tester range with the HPAT45
Martindale Electric
News

Martindale Electric further strengthens PAT tester range...

Safety and test equipment specialists, Martindale Electric, has launched the HPAT425 handheld PAT/EET...

Pro Tapes
Brother
Video

Pro Tapes

Brother P-touch laminated labels have been built to last, wherever you use them!

P-touch CUBE Pro
Brother
Video

P-touch CUBE Pro

Watch this video to discover our two new P-touch CUBE Pro models — the PT-E720BT and PT-E920BT.

Performance, durability and comfort: KNIPEX High Leverage Diagonal Cutter in 200mm length
KNIPEX
News

Performance, durability and comfort: KNIPEX High Leverage...

KNIPEX has unveiled a tougher, sharper and more comfortable take on its trusted High Leverage Diagonal...

Schneider Electric and Deloitte collaborate to drive AI-enabled digital transformation across industrial operations
Schneider Electric
News

Schneider Electric and Deloitte collaborate to drive...

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, and Deloitte, a leading professional services...

CEF’s latest SSV impact report marks a 75-year milestone with commitment to sustainability & social value
City Electrical Factors
News

CEF’s latest SSV impact report marks a 75-year milestone...

See the full metrics from CEF’s FY25 Sustainability & Social Value Impact Report.

Kewtech's BIG giveaway!
Kewtech
News

Kewtech's BIG giveaway!

There are over £1,000 worth of prizes to be won including testing accessories, Kewtech merchandise and...

Print tougher tags for multiconductor cables on the go
Brady
News

Print tougher tags for multiconductor cables on the go

Rely on the rugged, tear-resistant, and UV-stable identification wherever you need it.

MESH7 – the new wireless lighting control system from flex7.
flex7
News

MESH7 – the new wireless lighting control system from flex7.

The latest addition to the flex7 range of plug together lighting connection & control products.

Myth - CPR is no longer important
flex7
News

Myth - CPR is no longer important

Part 3  in our series of cable myths focuses on CPR and why, confusing as it might be it’s not going anywhere.

Myth - LSHF and LSF are the same
flex7
News

Myth - LSHF and LSF are the same

The world of cable is, at best, convoluted and, at worst, a massive can of writhing, slippery worms. It’s full...

EIC calls for support in final voting round of charity film awards
Electrical Industries Charity
News

EIC calls for support in final voting round of charity...

EIC is calling on industry professionals and the wider public to cast their votes as the final round of voting...

RWE joins Aico as sponsor of the EIC’s apprentice playbook
Electrical Industries Charity
News

RWE joins Aico as sponsor of the EIC’s apprentice playbook

The EIC is delighted to announce RWE as the latest sponsor of The Apprentice Playbook, which aims to reach...

Bring the Electrical Industries Charity to your event
Electrical Industries Charity
News

Bring the Electrical Industries Charity to your event

The Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) is actively seeking opportunities to participate in industry events to...

Look after your VDE tools with KNIPEX
KNIPEX
News

Look after your VDE tools with KNIPEX

Looking after your VDE tools might not be top of the list on a busy day, but it makes a real difference.

What happens to a Megger MFT when it is submersed in water?
Megger
Video

What happens to a Megger MFT when it is submersed in water?

Find out what happens to the Megger MFT when it is accidently submerged in water.

Getting to grips with building controls: An introduction for building services professionals
BCIA
News

Getting to grips with building controls: An introduction for...

Building controls sit at the heart of modern building performance, yet for many professionals, how these...

BEMS in schools: A practical way to cut energy costs and improve learning environments
BCIA
News

BEMS in schools: A practical way to cut energy costs and...

Modern building controls are helping schools of all sizes reduce energy costs, improve comfort, and create...

From complexity to clarity: Master grid‑deeding system design in minutes
ABB
Q&A

From complexity to clarity: Master grid‑deeding system...

As distributed energy resources scale globally, designing grid-feeding protection systems that ensure...

Take your shot: Schneider Electric kicks off ‘Score to Win 26’ football competition
Schneider Electric
News

Take your shot: Schneider Electric kicks off ‘Score to Win...

Schneider Electric has launched ‘Score to Win 26’, a UK-wide football -themed competition designed to engage...

Dr. James Ezhaya has been appointed Senior Vice President, industrialisation and supply chain for the power products division
Schneider Electric
News

Dr. James Ezhaya has been appointed Senior Vice President,...

James has served as the Vice President of Quality & Customer Satisfaction, Sustainability, and Operational...