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• WAGO releases new compact terminal blocks

  15-04-2025 12:17 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  With a steady progress in digitalisation and the ever-increasing complexity of electrical wiring layouts necessitating innovative developments in distributor technology, WAGO’s latest 221-420 terminal blocks are designed to save time and space, compactness and versatility in the hopes of setting new standards for electrical connectors.
  Unlike jumpers, WAGO’s latest terminal does not reduce the number of contacts. The 420 terminal of the 221 series features 10 contacts for wires of a
  
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• Haier celebrates two nominations at BKU Awards

  27-02-2026 15:56 via ertonline.co.uk
  Haier Smart Home UK & Ireland and National Sales Account Manager Dan Heath have both been shortlisted at the BKU Awards 2026, marking double recognition for the brand in one of the UK KBB sector’s most respected award programmes. Haier has been named a finalist in the Best Appliance Brand category, while Dan Heath is […]
  
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• CEDIA announces 2026 UK Tech + Business Summit dates across four major cities

  27-02-2026 15:29 via ertonline.co.uk
  CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals™, has announced the dates and locations for its 2026 UK Tech + Business Summits. Returning with a four-city programme, including a new Manchester location for 2026, the summits are focussed on providing integrators and manufacturers with the opportunity to build connections with design and build professionals. “This year, […]
  
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• AMDEA technical team wins Trade Association Forum Award for Innovation

  27-02-2026 14:43 via ertonline.co.uk
  AMDEA’s technical team has been recognised at a major industry ceremony in London, winning the Trade Association Forum’s Award for Innovation. The award was presented in recognition of the team’s innovative Implementation and Forecast dashboard (‘IF’), developed to support AMDEA members in navigating the increasingly complex EU and UK regulatory landscape. The ‘IF’ dashboard has […]
  
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• Legrand launches new lighting control busbar system

  27-02-2026 14:42 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Legrand UK & Ireland, a manufacturer of electrical and digital building infrastructure equipment, has introduced a new power and lighting control busbar system, combining its Zucchini and CP Electronics brands into a single platform.
  The system integrates Zucchini LB Plus Data busbar technology with lighting controls from CP Electronics. It distributes power from 25A to 63A and incorporates two additional data conductors, enabling the busbar to function as a lighting management bus.
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• Overland Shoes debuts Bobcat Safety Footwear

  27-02-2026 11:55 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Overland Shoes, a UK designer and wholesaler of branded footwear, has launched Bobcat Safety Footwear, a new range of safety boots and trainers developed under licence from Doosan Bobcat.
  The collection is designed for tradespeople working long hours on hard surfaces, combining protective features with a cushioning system developed by Redbacks.
  At the centre of the range is Redbacks Leaf-Spring Technology, an energy-return cushioning system integrated into the footbed.
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• SELECT says rising apprentice costs are crippling employers

  27-02-2026 11:29 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  At a time when Scotland desperately needs electricians to fulfil housing demand and net zero targets, the head of SELECT, Scotland’s largest construction trade body, has accused the UK and Scottish governments of undermining the electrical workforce of the future.
  Speaking ahead of Scottish Apprenticeship Week (2–6 March 2026), SELECT’s Managing Director Alan Wilson says a combination of rising wages and decreasing financial support for taking on apprentices is causing serious
  
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• Tridonic supports connected lighting installation at Reed Smith HQ

  26-02-2026 15:08 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Tridonic UK, a supplier of lighting technology, has supported the redevelopment of Reed Smith’s London headquarters at 1 Blossom Yard, delivering a connected lighting system in partnership with Artech Lighting.
  The 126,000ft² office combines a refurbished warehouse structure with contemporary design. The project required a lighting scheme capable of supporting flexible working patterns and multiple workspace configurations within a global law firm environment.
  Reed Smith’s reloc
  
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• SkillELECTRIC 2026 set to open for entries

  26-02-2026 12:54 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Talented electrotechnical students are being encouraged to register for this year’s SkillELECTRIC competition. The application window is open from 2 March and runs until 27 March 2026.
  The event, which is organised by National Electrotechnical Training (NET) – a UK charity managing electrotechnical industry assessments – is part of the WorldSkills UK competition network and is designed to promote and showcase high standards and skills across the electrotechnical industry.
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• SkillELECTRIC 2026 is now open for entries

  26-02-2026 12:54 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Talented electrotechnical students are being encouraged to register for this year’s SkillELECTRIC competition. The application window is open from 2 March and runs until 27 March 2026.
  The event, which is organised by National Electrotechnical Training (NET) – a UK charity managing electrotechnical industry assessments – is part of the WorldSkills UK competition network and is designed to promote and showcase high standards and skills across the electrotechnical industry.
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• Thorn delivers LED floodlight upgrade at Nottingham Arnold

  26-02-2026 11:12 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Luminaire manufacturer and supplier Thorn Lighting has completed a rapid LED retrofit at Powerleague’s Nottingham Arnold site, reportedly supplying luminaires within 15 working days to keep the new community venue on schedule.
  Working with SJB Floodlighting, Thorn provided Altis LED floodlights for the pitches and Areaflood Pro 2 for surrounding areas.
  The brief required 200 lx average with 0.60 uniformity on the full-size pitch, and 120 lx average with 0.60 uniformity on the five-a-side l
  
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• Winners announced in the Clarity Hi-Fi industry Awards

  25-02-2026 15:59 via ertonline.co.uk
  Clarity, the hi-fi trade association, held its Hi-Fi Industry Awards at the Bristol HiFi Show 2206, marking a return to the show for its presentation ceremony, at which the winners, voted for by the members of the industry, were announced. Following the success of the first Hi-Fi Industry Awards, held last year, this year’s categories […]
  
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• Unicrimp introduces Q-Nect IP weatherproof junction box

  25-02-2026 10:05 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  The Q-Nect range of junction boxes and connectors from Unicrimp, a UK manufacturer of cable accessories and electrical fittings, and part of the Scolmore Group, provides installers with secure and efficient connections for a range of residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
  A key product in the range is the Q-Nect IP weatherproof junction box, which is designed to make installations quicker and more efficient.
  It can house four of the 3 Port Lever Connectors using the 360⁰ det
  
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• Take a Town: Swindon

  24-02-2026 16:47 via ertonline.co.uk
  For this issue, ERT’s team of mystery shoppers visited, and assessed, eight stores across the Wiltshire town Audio-T, Fleet Street This store is located between Waiting Room, a Craft Union free house, and an Indian restaurant, Jack Spice. I wanted to buy a music streamer. Inside the store, assistant manager Jon Abson, asked if he […]
  
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• Kensa partners with Passiv UK on heat pump controls

  24-02-2026 16:30 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Kensa, a British heat pump manufacturer, has partnered with Passiv UK, a developer of smart thermostats and energy management systems, to offer the Passiv Smart Thermostat with its heat pump systems.
  Under the agreement, the thermostat will be supplied as a compatible control option for Kensa heat pumps, designed to optimise flow temperature automatically and remove the need for manual weather compensation settings.
  Kensa states that improved optimisation can reduce heating bills by up to 30%, d
  
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• Who’s Who – Aico: Bridging innovation and home life safety

  24-02-2026 12:13 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Aico outlines how its connected alarms, hands-on training, and data-led HomeLINK platform are helping contractors deliver safer homes, stay compliant, and navigate a fast-changing fire safety landscape:
  Aico is the European market leader in home life safety, pioneering new technologies and delivering high-quality alarms developed and manufactured in Ireland.
  For over 35 years, Aico has been at the forefront of home life safety in the UK, earning a reputation as a trusted partner to both electric
  
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• Integral LED launches Evofire campaign

  24-02-2026 11:32 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Integral LED, a UK manufacturer of LED lighting products for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, has launched a new marketing campaign for its Evofire downlight range, centred on its UK-patented fire-rated glass technology.
  The campaign includes a trade-focused video featuring Daniel Mahdavi, Head of Product Development, outlining the design approach behind Evofire.
  Daniel notes, “At its core, Evofire was designed to eliminate the need for bulky metal fire cans above the
  
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• TCL congratulates Global Brand Ambassador Eileen Gu on Winter Olympics performance

  24-02-2026 11:26 via ertonline.co.uk
  TCL, a leading global technology company and Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner, has congratulated freestyle skier and brand ambassador Eileen Gu on her dedication and perseverance during Milano Cortina 2026, which has led her to break new ground in her sport. Reflecting on her experience at the Olympic Winter Games with the support of TCL, […]
  
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• Panasonic teams up with Skyworth to boost European TV business

  23-02-2026 17:14 via ertonline.co.uk
  Panasonic has announced a strategic partnership with Shenzhen Skyworth Display Technology and its group companies as it looks to accelerate growth in its TV business, with Europe identified as a key long-term market. The agreement, revealed today (23 February 2026), will be rolled out on a region-by-region basis and combines Panasonic’s audiovisual expertise with Skyworth’s […]
  
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• Marshall-Tufflex opens Manchester experience centre

  23-02-2026 12:53 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Marshall-Tufflex, a UK manufacturer of cable management products, has opened a new Customer Experience Centre in Manchester, creating a dedicated space for meetings, training, and product demonstrations.
  The facility is designed to host customer visits, CPD sessions, and industry events, while providing access to the company’s cable management portfolio.
  Product displays and training facilities
  Visitors can view a range of systems including Basor metal cable management, PVC-U trunking and
  
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• Makita launches XGT battery promotion

  23-02-2026 12:08 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Makita, a manufacturer of power tools and outdoor equipment, has announced a limited-time redemption offer across its XGT cordless range.
  From 1 March to 30 September 2026, customers who spend at least £390 excluding VAT on qualifying XGT products can claim a free BL4040F battery.
  The promotion applies to selected machines, batteries, chargers, torches, and power source kits purchased through authorised dealers.
  The XGT range operates on a 40VMax battery platform, with some tools able to u
  
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• Dualit tackles youth empowerment with Harlequins Foundation partnership

  23-02-2026 10:35 via ertonline.co.uk
  British appliance manufacturer, Dualit has announced a new partnership with the Harlequins Foundation, uniting two organisations with a shared commitment to empowering young people and creating meaningful, long-term impact in local communities. The partnership will see Dualit working closely with the Harlequins Foundation to support young people across six London boroughs local to The Stoop […]
  
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• FireAngel launches fully insured fire alarm design service

  23-02-2026 10:17 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  FireAngel, a UK manufacturer of smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms, is transforming fire safety for the trade, saying it is offering the UK’s first fully insured, fully compliant Design and Specification Service to help electrical contractors, installers, and project planners deliver projects efficiently, safely, and with complete confidence.
  Compliance you can trust
  Launched in September 2025 and provided in partnership with Rely on Fire Check (RoFC), the Design Service is certified
  
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• Bira challenges government over ‘fundamentally misdirected’ pub-only business rates relief

  20-02-2026 16:07 via ertonline.co.uk
  Bira has responded to January’s announcement giving pubs 15 per cent business rates relief with a hard-hitting podcast calling the policy “fundamentally misdirected” and revealing that only 32 per cent of pubs are actually on high streets. The latest episode of ‘High Street Matters’ challenges the government’s decision to exclude retailers from the relief package […]
  
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• Who’s Who – Rolec: EV charging infrastructure installers can rely on

  20-02-2026 12:29 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  ROLEC has become one of the UK’s most established manufacturers of EV charging solutions, supporting installers while meeting the demands of today’s rapidly evolving market. ECN explores the company’s extensive capabilities and how installers and end users can benefit.
  EV charging for today’s installations
  Rising EV adoption, increasing power demands, and the need for scalable infrastructure create new challenges for both domestic and commercial installations.
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• Rethinking connectivity

  20-02-2026 12:09
  DoorBird presents the world’s first IP video intercom systems with 5G at ISE.
  DoorBird, one of the leading providers of intelligent door communication systems, is unveiling a technological world first at ISE in Barcelona. For the first time, IP video intercom systems with integrated 5G mobile connectivity are available on the market. With the new D31TDV 5G and D31TDH 5G models, DoorBird enables a reliable internet connection without the need for Ethernet cabling, redefining flexibility and
  
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• Two DALI channels, one sensor

  20-02-2026 11:58
  B.E.G. brings ‘simpler’ DALI lighting control to the UK
  B.E.G. has introduced a new DALI-2 two-channel presence detector to the UK market which is designed for rooms and areas that require the lighting to be controlled as two circuits of lighting by a two-gang retractive switch.The DACO Duo sensor, launched by the manufacturer for 2026, allow the lights to be switched on and off , dimmed up and down, and daylight-linked for energy efficiency. It is aimed at commercial and public buil
  
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• Rointe EONIQ: The next step in smart electric heating

  20-02-2026 11:47 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Delivering adaptive efficiency, flexible aesthetics, and installer-friendly control
  As electrical professionals continue to seek heating solutions that balance compliance, efficiency, and user comfort, smart electric radiators have become a core part of modern refurbishment and new-build specifications.
  Rointe’s new EONIQ WiFi radiator has been designed with this market reality in mind: a next-generation heating device built for superior energy management, flexible installation, and seamle
  
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• Vent-Axia sets a new benchmark for air quality monitoring

  20-02-2026 11:42
  Vent-Axia has unveiled the Lo-Carbon PureAir Cleanse, the industry’s first dedicated, continuous-running dMEV unit with an integrated indoor air quality sensor (IAQ).
  The Lo-Carbon PureAir Cleanse combines intelligent humidity control with advanced air quality sensing, which detects, measures, and helps clear the air of unwanted chemical pollutants, specifically total volatile organic compounds (TVOCs). Delivering industryleading performance, the Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilatio
  
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• Outdoor heating that pays off

  20-02-2026 11:27
  Patios, terraces, courtyards – these aren’t fair-weather luxuries anymore. Postpandemic, customers expect venues to make these areas work year-round, not just during the three weeks of British summer.
  Unfortunately, the weather rarely gets the memo, and venues that don’t plan ahead lose out.
  Capri and Elba – heating that makes moneyBoth ATC’s Capri and Elba electric heaters use shortwave infrared to provide instant heat where it’s needed. No warm-up time, no w
  
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