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Weidmüller’s new comprehensive lightning and surge protection VPU series fulfils requirements for protection levels 1, 2 and 3 for power networks. This means full compliance with the current IEC 61643-11 and the future EN 61643-11 standard being introduced in 2013.
KNX UK has announced Philips has joined the association. The Philips name is linked with user friendly and energy efficient lighting control solutions for a wide range of markets and the company's new LightMaster KNX range is said to bring energy savings, comfort and flexibility.
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers’ (Cibse) annual lecture last night (7 November 2012) gave Alistair Buchanan, Ofgem’s chief executive, a chance to review the UK’s rapidly changing energy supply landscape. Maintaining energy security of final supply was emerging as a key issue. It could offer new opportunities for the energy demand side to play a key future role.
Two thirds of GB adults believe employers value work-based skills as much as, or more highly than, academic qualifications according to a new survey from The Skills Show. Vocational careers are enjoying a new-found respect among Britons, who are increasingly aware of the vital role skills, apprenticeships and work-based learning have in the employment market.
The Arkwright Scholarships Trust has made its 2012 award of scholarships for aspiring leaders in engineering. 335 A level scholarships and four undergraduate scholarships were awarded – the largest ever annual number.
A call for the fire safety industry to heighten awareness of the dangers created by hoteliers who fail to follow the Fire Safety Regulatory Reform Order (2005) has been issued by Exova Warringtonfire supported by North West European MP Arlene McCarthy.
