The second phase of the Future Power System Architecture programme (FPSA2) is unveiling its findings and recommendations at an event with over 200 delegates today (23rd June 2017). The programme is calling on the UK government to act with industry to facilitate the transformative development of the power sector. Consulting widely with the established industry…
DetailsElectrical Safety First comments on Grenfell Tower fire 20th June 2017 News Comments Off 148 Views Commenting on the speculation on the cause of the Grenfell Tower fire in London last Wednesday, Phil Buckle, chief executive of the charity Electrical Safety First, has issued the following statement: “Firstly, on behalf of us all at Electrical…
DetailsI’ve spent a significant portion of the days and weeks since I participated in AEM’s Product Safety and Compliance Seminar trying to wrap my mind around its many topics: building a product safety program, risk assessment, safety symbol comprehension and the psychology of safety, among others. Despite having worked in equipment safety publications for three…
DetailsAccording to a survey by Jobsite, the current engineering talent shortfall is driven, not by lack of interest, but by the fact that young people simply do not know how to get started in the field. Indeed, six out of 10 (63%) 16-18 year olds don’t know what qualifications are necessary to become an engineer,…
DetailsThe Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), publisher of the IET Wiring Regulations which set the standards for electrical installation in the UK, outlines some of the possible causes of the horrific fire at Grenfell Tower, West London. Mark Coles, head of Technical Regulations at the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) said: “This is…
DetailsThe “end” of high voltage reflector tungsten halogen lamps This year it’s the turn of the high volt-age reflector tungsten halogen lamps as best-known representatives. These are no longer permitted to be put into circulation in the European Union from 1 Sep-tember 2016 as part of the third step of Directive (EU) 1194/2012. Who is…
DetailsNew Fluke 368 FC and 369 FC Leakage Current Clamps help reduce downtime without taking equipment offline Take highly accurate leakage current measurements without powering down equipment and stopping production Leakage current can cause unnecessary downtime and intermittent RCD tripping of circuits, so quantifying it is an important part of a preventive maintenance program. The…
DetailsBEW is celebrating the launch of its brand new BEW Leicester branch with a free two-day mini Trade Expo, 20th – 21st June. With over 20 exhibitors across the two days, the event at BEW Leicester brings everything you’d expect from a trade show to your local electrical wholesale branch – as well as free…
DetailsFuture proofing today’s industry: navigating evolving workforce, technology and operations Schneider Electric discusses how to future proof today’s industry in the face of evolving workforces, technology and operations. Industries today are under pressure from tighter regulations, increasing market speed and volatility, and the need to modernise ageing systems. In order to keep pace, our industrial…
DetailsFixmart invests in new communications service to mitigate riskFixmart has invested in a new centralised communications system for its delivery drivers in London. The supplier to the construction, M&E and HVAC sectors said the service has been designed in response to the increasing security measures and tight delivery windows being introduced at construction sites across London. …
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