Manufacturer News

Browse the latest press releases and articles from our manufacturer partners.


ABB launches the world’s fastest electric car charger
ABB launches the world’s fastest electric car charger

It can deliver 100km of range in less than three minutes. It is the only charger designed explicitly to charge up to four vehicles at once making it ideal for refueling stations, urban charging stations, retail parking and fleet applications.

September 2021

ABB
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Hamilton offers London showroom as a free-for-hire meeting venue for customers!
Hamilton offers London showroom as a free-for-hire meeting venue for customers!

Hamilton is making its new larger showroom near Cannon Street, London, available free-of-charge for its customers and the wider interior design industry who need a flexible, on-demand venue for face-to-face meetings while ‘in town’.

September 2021

Hamilton
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Intercom Innovation! C-TEC’s innovative new intercom hearing loop ‘bolt on’ solution!
Intercom Innovation! C-TEC’s innovative new intercom hearing loop ‘bolt on’ solution!

C-TEC’s innovative new intercom solution is now available. Fully compliant with IEC TR 63079:2017 and the field strength requirements stipulated in BS 5839-9, the PDA103i is a self-contained hearing loop system specifically designed to integrate with disabled refuge, door entry and intercom help points.

September 2021

C-TEC
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Terasaki: 4 Questions Answered About Switchgear for Large Solar Plants
Terasaki: 4 Questions Answered About Switchgear for Large Solar Plants

The trend in solar power generation is to collect power at higher voltages. In principle higher voltages minimise power loss in cables. Here Terasaki answer 4 questions about switchgear for those voltages.

September 2021

Terasaki
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Schneider Electric calls for students to share their passion for sustainable ideas
Schneider Electric calls for students to share their passion for sustainable ideas

Schneider Electric, the world's most sustainable company, in collaboration with software partner, AVEVA, announces the launch of Schneider Go Green 2022, their annual student competition to find the latest bold ideas in digital and sustainable innovation.

September 2021

Schneider Electric
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Zero waste to landfill achieved at ABB’s Frosinone factory in Italy
Zero waste to landfill achieved at ABB’s Frosinone factory in Italy

The global production hub's milestone marks the the delivery of zero production waste to landfill in just 2 years, reinforcing ABB's commitment to preserving resources.

August 2021

ABB
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CEMBRE boasts impressive sales growths in first half of 2021
CEMBRE boasts impressive sales growths in first half of 2021

The Board of Directors approved the 2021 half-yearly Financial Report which noted that domestic sales were up 43.2% while sales outside Italy rose 22.7%. As of August 31st, consolidated revenues grew 25.5% compared to the first 8 months of 2020.

August 2021

Cembre
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Eaton confirm that the company recycles an amazing 90% of its manufacturing waste
Eaton confirm that the company recycles an amazing 90% of its manufacturing waste

Eaton are stepping up their commitment to sustainability and improving the environment. They currently recycle 90% of their manufacturing waste, with the goal of making all of their sites zero-waste by 2030. They also clean up trash in their communities.

August 2021

Eaton
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Hager adds brand new tools to its HagerGang rewards store
Hager adds brand new tools to its HagerGang rewards store

Signing up for HagerGang rewards loyal customers by giving points for every pound they spend. These points can be redeemed for great rewards, like the range of brand new tools added to the store.

August 2021

Hager
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University of Birmingham partners with Siemens
University of Birmingham partners with Siemens

By combining sensors, analytics technologies, AI and renewable energy, the University of Birmingham will become the smartest University Campus in the world, in partnership with Siemens.

August 2021

Siemens
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SPD, as easy as 1,2,3. Wylex Miniature Surge Protection Device is here
SPD, as easy as 1,2,3. Wylex Miniature Surge Protection Device is here

The new Miniature SPD Overvoltage Protection Device from Wylex is perfect for domestic household premises. It is simple to install, has fewer cables than alternatives and is certified as fully compliant. You don't want to be left behind, do you?

August 2021

Wylex
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Kosnic introduces a new addition to the Alden Range
Kosnic introduces a new addition to the Alden Range

The Kosnic Alden LED panel offers direct backlit lighting with wide-angle optics to achieve even light distribution across the surface of the luminaire. With energy savings of up to 50% when compared to traditional fluorescent lighting, these are perfect for schools or offices.

August 2021

Kosnic
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Bell Lighting introduces its new Trimless Brackets
Bell Lighting introduces its new Trimless Brackets

Bell Lighting's new Trimless Brackets allow Firestay Downlights to seamlessly blend into any ceiling. When installed they give a sleek, clean appearance with an invisible interface between the fitting and the ceiling so that the end result looks as though the lamps are an integral part of the ceiling.

August 2021

Bell Lighting
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Rittal expands its range of support arm systems
Rittal expands its range of support arm systems

Human-machine interfaces often need to be adjusted to people's different sizes or viewing heights so that machines can be operated ergonomically. Rittal is now providing even more flexible height-adjustable support sections.

August 2021

Rittal
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Join Schneider Electric for the Innovation Summit World Tour 2021
Join Schneider Electric for the Innovation Summit World Tour 2021

It's time to get future-ready. Join the world's most sustainable company on the path to sustainability at the Innovation Summit World Tour 2021, starting on October 12th. Don't miss the latest tech and trends, register now at the link above!

August 2021

Schneider Electric
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Lumineux launches new Avon Fire Rated Downlight
Lumineux launches new Avon Fire Rated Downlight

The new Avon Downlight is designed with the contractor in mind, with hinged terminals for a quick first fix and push-fit quick connectors for an easy second fix.

August 2021

General

Terasaki take Gold at Tokyo 2020 with its innovatice circuit breakers
Terasaki take Gold at Tokyo 2020 with its innovatice circuit breakers

Terasaki's circuit breakers were selected for powering and protecting some of the venues and facilities that were being used earlier this year at the Olympics in Tokyo, Japan. The buildings containing Terasaki products had a total construction cost of $1.5 Billion.

August 2021

Terasaki
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Electrika partners with Voltimum Plus
Electrika partners with Voltimum Plus

Learn about the incredible rewards you can easily earn with Voltimum Plus by buying products from selected wholesalers, either online or in store. Sign up now!

August 2021

Schneider Electric
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A guide to choosing the best cable management system with Unitrunk
A guide to choosing the best cable management system with Unitrunk

Cable management forms the backbone of most buildings and developments in the modern-day world. Unitrunk publish a guide here of key considerations when choosing a cable management solution.

August 2021

Unitrunk
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Hamilton confirms a busy schedule of UK Trade Shows for the rest of 2021
Hamilton confirms a busy schedule of UK Trade Shows for the rest of 2021

Hamilton are excited to get back to meeting customers face-to-face again, and showcasing their range of new products and finish additions, including their stunning new Anthra Gray and Basalt Gray finishes.

August 2021

Hamilton
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Legrand describes its latest smart home system, Arteor with Netatmo!
Legrand describes its latest smart home system, Arteor with Netatmo!

With its simple design and self-configuring functionality, you can now transform lighting, blinds and other electrical components into connected devices without fuss. 

August 2021

Legrand
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Air-Tight! Global filtration manufacturer chooses C-TEC fire system
Air-Tight! Global filtration manufacturer chooses C-TEC fire system

One of the world's leading manufacturers of filtration solutions has selected C-TEC's innovative new CAST ZFP addressable fire system for one of its UK sites. MANN+HUMMEL installed over 250 CAST devices with a network of control panels at their Burnley site.

August 2021

C-TEC
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Chint officially opens two new warehouses in Kazakhstan and Vietnam
Chint officially opens two new warehouses in Kazakhstan and Vietnam

The two new warehouses in Almaty and Ho Chi Minh City accelerate the overseas deployment of Chint's supply chain and deepens its localised operations in Central and SE Asia, expanding sales and improving regional after sales service. 

August 2021

Chint Shield
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Introducing the new Lewden Virtual Showroom
Introducing the new Lewden Virtual Showroom

The new, innovative Lewden Virtual Showroom allows you to see Lewden's products like never before, leading to a better, smarter and safer product experience. This allows you to feel closer than ever to Lewden's products, giving you a full understanding of the features and benefits. 

August 2021

Lewden Palazzoli
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Ansell develops a guide to lighting for retail stores
Ansell develops a guide to lighting for retail stores

Ansell have produced a guide to help retailers recover lost customers due to lockdown. It aims to help retailers entice customers back into stores and increase sales, as lighting is a key element of the atmosphere of a store.

August 2021

Ansell Lighting
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