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  1. Government rings in changes for construction

    Government rings in changes for construction

    Politicians outlined their plans for the construction industry this week – and it seems like good news for employers and skilled tradesmen. Ministers said they would like to reform PFI to make procurement simpler and free up funds to invest in even more new builds. And government officials also announced plans to help boost apprenticeships […]

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  2. Able Skills New Carpentry Centre

    Able Skills New Carpentry Centre

    Able Skills is proud to announce the opening of our new Carpentry Centre. All the work that has been carried out in this new centre has been undertaken by Able Skills students.

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  3. Employment Opportunities with Able Skills

    Employment Opportunities with Able Skills

    Students of Able Skills, Past, Present and Future…….Able Skills Students who are multi skilled could have the opportunity of work as Able Skills has been approached by Sunridge Building Contractors, based in Dartford, who specialise in repairs and maintenance of buildings.

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  4. Renewables get green light from Brits

    Renewables get green light from Brits

    Renewable contractors could soon be in more demand than ever, as home owners warm to green technology and motorists turn to solar and wind power for free fuel.Train now with Able Skills and get set for the coming boom in green energy.

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  5. Solar training could pay off ahead of Green Deal

    Solar training could pay off ahead of Green Deal

    Poorly installed solar panels are causing roof damage and leaks, prompting more home owners to turn to skilled tradesman who can properly install solar panels and PV systems.And just in time too, as more home owners than ever are set to give renewablesa go while the government’s offering subsidised loans as part of its Green […]

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  6. Wave off cowboy competition with qualifications and skills

    Wave off cowboy competition with qualifications and skills

    Training with Able Skills could soon pay off, as home owners look set to be choosier when picking tradesmen to carry out home improvements now that a consumer watchdog’s said it’s worth hiring skilled tradesmen over cheap labour.In fact, experts have encouraged home owners to opt for tradesmen who can prove they are fully trained […]

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  7. AbleSkills Renewable Energy Courses Path To MCS Entry

    AbleSkills Renewable Energy Courses Path To MCS Entry

    The establishment of AbleSkills Renewable Energy Centre is specifically aimed to provide candidates of all levels of background and experience the opportunity to train and qualify at the highest standards on approved and accredited City & Guilds, BPEC, NICEIC renewable energy courses. These include essential solar PV courses and solar courses, verified up to the […]

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  8. Solar PV Surge On London And SE Local Borough Scheme!

    Solar PV Surge On London And SE Local Borough Scheme!

    Installation of solar photovoltaic systems in the domestic residential sector is enjoying a huge confidence surge! News of one of the UK’s largest solar panel schemes to date has just been announced to help ordinary housing association tenants to obtain the benefits of solar energy generation.The government has been seen to favour the development of […]

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  9. Before Installing Solar PV Panels PART TWO : A Roof Fit For Purpose?

    Before Installing Solar PV Panels PART TWO : A Roof Fit For Purpose?

    In PART ONE of Before Installing Solar PV Panels, a number of basic issues, which are not always obvious, were pointed out, and to which a competent solar PV installer should address when assessing a household rooftop before commencing work. It cannot be stated too often that as the solar PV industry grows and domestic […]

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  10. Rising Renewable Heat Projects An Incentive For Solar Courses Training!

    Rising Renewable Heat Projects An Incentive For Solar Courses Training!

    Much of the interest in photovoltaic systems tends to be naturally focused on the generation of electricity to provide light and power to a private household or public building. And indeed, at AbleSkills Renewable Energy Centre, solar PV courses, foremost amongst all the City & Guilds / BPEC / NICIEC renewable energy courses offered, have […]

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  11. Getting To Grips With Proper Panel Handling On Solar PV Courses.

    Getting To Grips With Proper Panel Handling On Solar PV Courses.

    The development of photovoltaic systems manufacture continues with the trend towards ever finer, slim-line profiles, which easily integrate the actual solar panels into the fabric of the building itself, rather than be simply attached to the surface of a roof. Known as Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV), the strategy is to continually find different ways to […]

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  12. Key Knowledge Learning On Solar PV Courses

    Key Knowledge Learning On Solar PV Courses

    The ability for a professional trade installer to provide the average UK householder with clear, correct and genuine information when advising on an installation, repair or maintenance lies at the very core of customer trust and service provider competency. Developing customer confidence is vital to encourage continued take-up of renewable energy technology.Integrity and adherence to […]

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