Electrical training apprentices could go on to install automated window systems with anti-entrapment features, such as those which have been fitted in a new ten million euro (£9 million) 50-bed rest home on the site of the Harold’s Cross Hospice in Dublin. The 2,726 square-metre hospice, which provides palliative care for terminally-ill patients and rheumatology […]
Embarking on an electrical training course could be a good way of resisting the effects of the economic downturn, as Europe’s largest provider of natural ventilations solutions has posted record-breaking figures in the UK for the first eight months of this year. Despite the recession, WindowMaster – part of the VKR group which employs around […]
Electrical training apprentices will be able to feast their eyes on an array of products at this year’s M&E Building Services Event alongside electrical and mechanical engineers, building and property managers, contractors and installers and professional consultants. From October 7th to 8th, Stand B100 in the Grand Hall at London Olympia will host Crane Fluid […]
Engineers who have completed electrical training courses have installed several fire safety products at the newly-opened Earlston High School in Scotland. Privately-owned company Graham Construction fitted a Bilco smoke vent and control panel, fireman’s override switch and smoke detector in the new-build secondary school, which is situated in an ecologically-sensitive location on a sloping site […]
Those considering signing up for an electrical training course might be interested to learn that electrical and mechanical engineers from MITIE are installing commissioning valves, check valves, ball valves and strainers in the heating and cooling system of a prestigious new school development in Devon. Devon County Council is showcasing specialist science institution Bideford College […]
Those hoping to enrol on an electrical training course in the near future might be interested to read that home smart monitors could have an immediate impact on the energy consumption of homeowners, one construction expert has claimed. Geoff Manaugh, who is the editor of BLDGBLOG and a senior editor at Dwell magazine, said that […]
An electrician has questioned the new law that old bulbs can no longer be sold. Gary Fisher, manager of Dorset-based company GF Electrical, has claimed that there are a "number of problems" with the law. According to Green Building Press, Mr Fisher said: "The idea, although well-meaning, hasn’t been thought through, will be hugely expensive […]
Training in painting and decorating is preferable if people are going to do DIY, but for people who are yet to undertake classes, caution is advisable. Fiona Hodge, assistant editor of DIY Week, has suggested that people should make sure that they know their limits. "A lot of people at the moment seem to be […]
The importance of electrical training has been highlighted after a fire caused devastation at a Welsh factory. It is believed that an electrical fault caused the blaze at a workshop in Conwy, the Daily Post reported. Bob Mason from North Wales fire and rescue, told the newspaper: “It is extremely important that businesses regularly use […]
It is costing Brits around £1.5 billion to fix botched DIY jobs. That is the finding of a study by debt management company Kensington Financial Management Consultants, which has found that many people could do with some electrical or plumbing training. Around a third of Brits were found to spend their bank holidays doing some […]
As many as 1,000 jobs could be safeguarded in Warwickshire thanks to a new initiative. Funded by Warwickshire County Council, Enterprising Warwickshire will give support and advice to new businesses as well as deliver in-depth assistance to those in the manufacturing and construction fields. According to the Birmingham Post, the new initiative is aimed at […]
The board of a new multi-million pound arts centre in Belfast is blaming the Northern Irish executive for holding up funds and construction jobs. Jorris Minne, chairman of the centre has claimed that over 400 jobs are being delayed because of a lack of funds. The Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure has not yet […]
