John Lewis goes for gold
Wales' largest department store, John Lewis in Cardiff, has been equipped with FP200 Gold cable from Prysmian. The new shop, which opened in September 2009, has had more than 20,000 metres of Prysmian's FP200 Gold cable installed in the fire alarm loops. FP200 Gold was also used in a network cabling capacity. click for more

Fluke offers free "hands-on" thermal imaging and power quality seminars - Check out the 2010 schedule
Fluke Thermal Imaging Hands-On Seminars are designed to provide you practical knowledge about thermal imaging and its benefits, common applications, and troubleshooting practices. click for more

Xpelair - The 'natural' choice for school ventilation
Xpelair Ventilation Solutions has launched a completely innovative system that is set to raise the bar for low energy ventilation, heating and cooling. click for more

Philips provides dynamic lighting solution with Savio Luminaires at Hermitage for Children
The Hermitage Amsterdam, like its famous counterpart in St Petersburg, has a special section dedicated to teaching children about art and culture. In this Hermitage for Children there are classes,workshops, exhibitions and other activities to stimulate development and nurture talent. click for more

All-in-one easy-to-use PAT tester kit offers cost savings
For a limited period, UK customers can purchase a brand new Fluke 6500 Portable Appliance Tester starter kit at the same price as the popular Fluke 6500 alone - recommended price of £1099. click for more

Fluke (UK) reduces prices of Installation Testers
Fluke, the global leader in handheld electronic test and measurement equipment, has reduced the recommended UK list prices of all its Fluke 1650B Series of multifunction Installation Testers, designed to test and verify domestic, commercial and industrial electrical installations. With more features than the earlier 1650 Series, the Fluke 1650B testers ensure that fixed wiring is safe and correctly installed to meet the BS7671 17th Edition wiring regulations. click for more

Nexans wins 13m Euro power cable contract for Swiss Linth-Limmern pumped-storage hydropower plant
Nexans will supply a turnkey solution, consisting of Extra High Voltage (380 kV) cables, for the connection to the Swiss national power grid: click for more

Boiler scrappage? The controls are just as important!
"The boiler scrappage scheme has been widely welcomed but it is important that installers remember to also fit an up-to-date controls package to optimise the new boiler's performance." click for more

New Dimplex SmartRad - Perfect Partner For Heat Pumps
Dimplex is expanding its portfolio of low carbon heating solutions with the launch of SmartRad, a range of wall-mounted fan convector radiators offering a cost effective, responsive and energy efficient alternative to underfloor heating or conventional radiators for heat pump systems. click for more

Marshall-Tufflex and the education sector
Public sector spend on building projects, in particular educational and health facilities, has been one of the few glimmers of hope for the construction industry over the last year - even after the squeeze on government funding. click for more

MK Electric's extends ‘self-powered' wireless Echo finishes for both inside and out
MK Electric, the UK's leading manufacturer of wiring devices and accessories, has expanded its Echo range of innovative ‘self powered' wireless and battery-free switches with the addition of a variety of decorative and industrial finishes. click for more

MK Electric isolates alarms to standard requirements
MK Electric - the UK's leading manufacturer of wiring devices and electrical accessories - has launched a unique Fire Alarm Isolator to ensure that systems comply with the requirements of <EM>BS 5839: Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems for Buildings, Part 1.</EM> click for more

New voltage testers
Socket & See Ltd, part of electrician's tools and test instruments manufacturer, the Kew Technik Group of Companies, has introduced two new Voltage Testers. click for more

Q & A of the Day - choosing fans for outdoor application
Our Voltimum Experts answer your questions on a daily basis in our Technical Expertise area. This Question of the Day, on ventilation and accessories - choosing fans for outdoor application, is answered by Vent-Axia: click for more

Q & A of the Day - Can you advise which LED lighting to use in a kitchen?
Our Voltimum Experts answer your questions on a daily basis in our Technical Expertise area. This first Question of the Day, concerning the use of LEDs for general lighting - in this case for a kitchen, is answered by OSRAM: click for more

Ladders Away!
Leading electrician's tools manufacturer Kew Technik, has introduced a very useful Telescopic Pole. click for more

Tune in and turn on with MK Electric
MK Electric - the UK's leading manufacturer of wiring devices and electrical accessories - has introduced a new range of multi-media devices designed to provide a complete solution for all residential television, radio and audio needs. The range consists of combination plates and audio-visual outlets which complement the company's market-leading Logic Plus and other decorative collections. click for more

Q & A of the Day - PVC covered twin and earth cable underground?
Our Voltimum Experts answer your questions on a daily basis in our Technical Expertise area. This Question of the Day, about PVC covered twin and earth cable to be used underground, is answered by Prysmian: click for more

MK Electric has healthcare covered in depth
MK Electric has recently compiled a collection of wiring accessories ideally suited to the demanding needs of the healthcare sector - whether they be safety, security, and hygiene. The collection - outlined in the new eight-page MK publication Healthcare Sector Products - encompasses anti-bacterial switches and sockets; lockable and surge-protected devices and accessories dedicated for those with disabilities. click for more

MK Electric makes security a key issue
MK Electric, the UK's leading manufacturer of wiring devices and accessories, is putting security firmly on the agenda with the launch of a range of lockable switches and sockets. Its Masterseal, Metalclad Plus, Edge and Albany Plus products will now all be available with key-operated locks to prevent unauthorised tampering of the power supply. click for more