Electrical News Weekly

Send us a textThe authors of the Wiring Regulations weigh in on the cable overloading debate……how a mis-connected CT clamp led to a homeowner being charged £5 to boil a kettle…...and an electrical crime arrives on the doorstep of eFIXX headquarters…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales, your easy one stop shop for all things solar, whether you're listening in the van, on site, or down at the wholesale counter.======================Show NotesMore information on cable overloading 👉 https://electrical.theiet.org/wiring-matters/years/2024/103-november-2024/mythbuster-11-adapting-for-change/Free Underfloor Wiring Systems Training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/underfloor-wiring-systems-in-association-with-marshall-tufflexGet the ChumpFix 👉 https://www.chumptools.com/Free Emergency Lighting Training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/the-guide-to-emergency-lighting-in-association-with-robus#/home======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesTea Break with Safe Connect 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/SafeConnectThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwKPS 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/KPSENWCrompton Controls 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/CromptonControlsENWDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 20/01/202500:37 IET weigh in on cable overloading02:07 Homeowner charged £5 to boil a kettle03:31 Installing PV Panels comparable to a full body gym workout04:02 Tea break with Safe Connect05:03 Product News07:28 Question of the week08:05 Crime News in Skipton!09:11 Thanks to our premium partners!10:02 Challenge words and winners=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians

Send us a textThe IET urgently clarifies the rules on the rated current of consumer units following reports of poor practice in the trade……a contracting firm is fined £120,000 after a solar panel installer falls from a roof in Salisbury…… and the Government unveils plans to make public charger installations easier…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales, your easy one stop shop for all things solar, whether you're listening in the van, on site, or down at the wholesale counter.======================Show NotesIET current requirements guidance 👉 https://electrical.theiet.org/wiring-matters/years/2024/103-november-2024/how-does-the-installation-of-microgeneration-affect-the-rated-current-of-a-consumer-unit/Free circuit protection training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/circuit-protection-myth-busting-in-association-with-lewden-palazzoli?previouspage=allcourses&isenrolled=noFree cables and conductors training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/cables-and-conductors-in-association-with-doncaster-cables?previouspage=allcourses&isenrolled=noWorkboots product safety report 👉 https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6745e983cdd295aea8809937/2411-0046-product-safety-report-safety-boots.pdfList of Sangamo product codes 👉 https://professional-electrician.com/news/esp-issues-immediate-recall-of-sangamo-powersaver-heating-control-products/Ceiling light Product safety PDF 👉 https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/675b063ab915d092055a01bb/2411-0134-product-safety-report-ceiling-light.pdf======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesChallenge word competition supported by Brady 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwKPS 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/KPSENWCrompton Controls 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/CromptonControlsENWDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 13/01/202500:44 IET clarify rated current reqs of consumer units02:43 EV charger installation to become easier05:12 Contractor fined £120,000 after installer fell from roof05:58 Vertical mounted solar panels can yield 4 X power06:35 Question of the week07:08 Product News09:29 Business News10:05 Thanks to our premium partners10:50 Challenge words and winners=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians

Send us a textThe Microgeneration Certification Scheme is set for the biggest shakeup in its history……an industry leader slams electricians for using certs as a weapon to get paid………and a 21-year-old tourist is taking legal action after receiving an electric shock from a floodlight in a London park…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales, your easy one stop shop for all things solar, whether you're listening in the van, on site, or down at the wholesale counter.======================Show NotesCircuit protection training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/circuit-protection-myth-busting-in-association-with-lewden-palazzoli======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesChallenge word competition supported by Brady 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enwScame 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/scame-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 23/12/2400:51 MCS set for major shake-up02:50 PV industry cable theft surges03:53 Electricians slammed for using installation certs to get paid05:13 Electricians want to emigrate the most06:51 Woman suffers electric shock in London park08:08 Question of the week08:47 Legrand unveils new cable tray range09:09 HIKMICRO unveils thermal camera for phones09:33 Light emitting road marking10:08 Thanks to our premium partners10:48 Challenge words and winners11:42 Thanks so much for your support=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians

Send us a textMK has urgently recalled 37 versions of its Essentials double socket range over a high risk of fire……a contractor is fined £100,000 after a solar panel installer falls through a skylight…… and it’s revealed that 80 per cent of electricians have had electric shocks despite all the safety procedures…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales, your easy one stop shop for all things solar, whether you're listening in the van, on site, or down at the wholesale counter.======================Show NotesMK socket recall 👉 https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6751edf819e0c816d18d1e3b/2411-0130-product-safety-report-3-pin-socket-with-switches.pdfSolar panel fire research 👉 https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1742-6596/2885/1/012047/pdfSafe Isolation training 👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/Know%20How/introduction-to-safe-isolation-cpd======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesChallenge word competition supported by Brady 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enwScame 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/scame-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 16/12/2400:52 Mk urgently recalls 37 socket versions01:56 Contractor fined after installer falls through skylight03:52 Storm Darragh devastates UK's biggest solar farm04:27 Study finds solar panels can accelerate spread of fire05:00 Risk assessment of home battery packs05:35 Europes biggest EV charging centre set to be in Manchester06:10 Loophole allowing dangerous EV charger locations07:04 8/10 electricians have suffered electric shocks08:05 A breakthrough in battery technology09:22 Thanks to our premium partners09:55 Challenge words and winners=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians

Send us a textConfusion is mounting in the trade over the correct cable insulation to use in meter cupboards……over 1,000 social homes in Dundee are revealed to have had EICRs that were over five years old……and a blind electrician is assaulted in a row over a battery…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales, your easy one stop shop for all things solar, whether you're listening in the van, on site, or down at the wholesale counter.======================Show NotesFree cables and conductors training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/cables-and-conductors-in-association-with-doncaster-cables?previouspage=allcourses&isenrolled=noENA Connect Direct 👉 https://www.current-news.co.uk/ena-connect-direct-passes-15000-applications-announces-new-phase/We built a pub on a mountain 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jr0U6Jw82mAWin a PerfectDraft 👉 https://spark.efixx.co.uk/have-a-beer-on-us/Brady M410 printer 👉 https://www.brady.co.uk/label-printers/m410======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesChallenge word competition supported by Brady 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enwScame 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/scame-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 09/12/2400:49 Confusion over insulation of cable in meter boxes03:17 Over 1000 homes had over five year old EICRs04:27 New DNO connection milestone05:31 Skills shortage in Manchester being tackled06:35 We built a pub on a mountain07:07 Project Completions this week08:23 Brady unveils latest printer09:26 Mobile platform for EVs10:15 Blind electrician assaulted over row with battery10:50 Congratulations to Ian Hunter11:28 Thanks to our premium partners!12:10 Challenge words and winners=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians

Send us a textInstallers are warned this week about the dangers of neutral current diversions…… the trade reacts in fury to the latest amendment to the regs……and we meet the once homeless man who’s just qualified as an electrician…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales, your easy one stop shop for all things solar, whether you're listening in the van, on site, or down at the wholesale counter.======================Show NotesDownload the Select flow chart 👉 bit.ly/ncd-posterWest Lothian College rig 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWQ2zJ6PEY0Free Emergency Lighting training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/the-guide-to-emergency-lighting-in-association-with-robus?previouspage=allcourses&isenrolled=noHundreds of EV Chargers, Just ONE Cable? 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1OQf-QIt4EGet your electricians' diary 👉 https://amzn.to/4g4E5Cc======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesChallenge word competition supported by Brady 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enwScame 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/scame-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 02/12/2400:45 Trade warned about neutral current diversion risk02:47 Question of the week03:29 Trade reacts with fury to amendment 404:17 What do you think of cross pavement charging?05:28 The perfect solution for EV charging in car parks06:15 Rolec unveil Ultracharge 3007:20 Former homeless apprentice is awarded08:15 Electricians' diary08:56 Big fire at Wiha factory in Vietnam09:35 Thanks to our premium partners10:10 Challenge words and winners=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians

Send us a textFire investigators say they found DIY electrical work at a Swansea home where a three-year-old boy and his dad died……it’s been revealed that over THREE MILLION smart meters aren’t working properly……and an electrician working behind a false ceiling discovers a set of priceless artworks…======================Show NotesFree cables and conductors training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/cables-and-conductors-in-association-with-doncaster-cables#/homeWin with BG 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BGwinCheck out the Brady M210 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyM210SyncEnergy Consumer unit 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/SyncEnergyEVLedvance floodlight Gen 4 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/Ledvancegen4Win some formula 1 merch 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/SignifyF1Download LumXpert 👉https://www.lumxpert.signify.com/en-gbTerms & Conditions 👉 https://www.lumxpert.signify.com/dam/constellation/assets/promo-terms/uk-promo-terms/uk-promo-campaigns/uk-heracampaign/UK_TCs_HERA.pdfBBC Documentary 👉 https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0024yyc/panorama-the-truth-about-smart-meters======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesChallenge word competition supported by Brady 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enwScame 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/scame-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 25/11/2400:50 DIY electrical work found in house where boy and dad died02:36 Alarming electrical fire statistics03:11 Three million smart meters aren't working properly04:50 UK's first tariff for traditional storage heaters06:24 New product from Sync Energy07:29 Print tough labels with the Brady M21008:20 New Sync Energy EV circuit protection08:27 Ledvance unveils floodlight Gen409:01 Win some formula 1 merch09:36 Italian electrician discovers priceless artwork10:08 College Connections shoutout10:50 Thanks to our premium partners11:20 Challenge words and winners=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians

Send us a textWiring Regulations chiefs warn the trade of the impact of the latest amendment to the document……the Government announces a high level probe into the lack of electricians…and a self-employed installer who abused the Covid loans scheme is to face seven years of sanctions…======================Show NotesFree cable and conductors training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/cables-and-conductors-in-association-with-doncaster-cables#/homeWin big with BG 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BGwin======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesChallenge word competition supported by Brady 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enwScame 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/scame-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 18/11/2400:49 Trade warned about impact of latest amendments02:37 Government probe into lack of electricians03:56 More EV chargers needed in Lancashire04:56 Free cable training package05:30 Covid loan abuser to face 7 years of sanctions06:17 Product news08:14 Shoutout to a young electrician08:48 Thanks to our premium partners09:22 Challenge words and winners=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians

Send us a textSome of the biggest brands in the electrical trade are slapped with huge fines for price fixing……we reveal the installed electrical kit most loved by homeowners……and missing British electrician Kris Finney is found safe and well in Tenerife…======================Show NotesWin big with BG 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BGwinFree solar installation training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/solar-pv-installations-with-sunsynk?previouspage=allcourses&isenrolled=noAccess Financial Services 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AccessInsuranceFree emergency lighting training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/the-guide-to-emergency-lighting-in-association-with-robus?previouspage=allcourses&isenrolled=noCheck out the Brady M211 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyM211The Ultimate BIG Wire Crimper: Klauke Micro 👉  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqiXHzpM4-4Check out this years eFIXX Award winners 👉 https://awards.efixx.co.uk/2024-business-category-winners======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesChallenge word competition supported by Brady 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enwScame 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/scame-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 11/11/2400:55 Big electrical brands slapped with fines for price fixing02:20 Strange ransom demand involving baguettes03:37 Which technology do customers like most?04:53 Missing electrician has been found in Tenerife05:25 Warning to young electricians if their income isn't protected07:09 Question of the week07:55 Greenbrook take over MK Sentry Consumer Unit08:12 Revolutionary portable printer from Brady09:16 The Ultimate BIG Wire Stripper09:45 The eFIXX Awards winners have been announced12:15 Thanks to our premium partners12:50 Challenge words and winners=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians

Send us a textThe family of a man who lost an arm when he was electrocuted has called for changes in the law to stop it happening again……why heat batteries could be the future of home heating……and the trade welcomes the announcement of big government spending on schools and hospitals…======================Show NotesFree safe isolation training 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/safe-isolation?previouspage=allcourses&isenrolled=noLearn more about heat batteries 👉 https://eandt.theiet.org/2024/10/08/smart-heat-batteries-offer-efficient-low-carbon-alternative-traditional-home-heatingWin big with BG 👉 www.bgwin.co.uk======================Electrical News Weekly in association with Solar Trade Sales 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/solartradesalesChallenge word competition supported by Brady 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/BradyThanks to our premium partners:Sunsynk 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/sunsynk-enwenvirovent 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/envirovent-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enwScame 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/scame-enw===============================We create fresh electrical content every day. What we produce is influenced by the thousands of subscribers who send us messages, leave comments and share our videos. We are always looking for new ways to collaborate and celebrate best practices. If you want to get involved with the channel or need to get in touch because you've won something during this news , contact us via the website.  👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved====================================Subscribe to the eFIXX Electrical Industry News Podcast 👉 https://electricalnews.efixx.co.ukAvailable on most major podcast platformsSend in a press release for the next edition of ENW👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release======================Time Stamps ⏱00:00 Electrical News Weekly 04/11/2400:52 Family of electrocuted man calls for change in the law01:51 New professional social channels aimed for safety promotion02:28 Govt to spend big on schools and hospitals03:05 Have you heard of heat batteries?04:40 Tesco purchases enough solar energy for 144 large stores05:08 eFIXX Awards winners announced this week05:30 Elon Musk advocates for electricians06:00 Survey shows electricians among the unhappiest at work07:08 Metrel unveils MFT for solar systems07:42 CEF unveils smart energy management system08:39 Thanks to our premium partners!09:30 Challenge words and winners=========================#enw #electricalnews #electricians