Electrical Contracting News (ECN) September 2017 | Page 3

CONTENTS VOLUME 37 NO. 09 • SEPTEMBER 2017 CONTENTS… Special features: Test And Measurement 53 Thanks to changes in the IET Wiring Regulations over recent years, earth leakage protection is now part of almost every new low voltage electrical installation. Sometimes, however, this protection can cause problems of its own as Peter Wade of Megger explains. 56 Charles Alan Whitfi eld, new product development manager at CK Magma, explains how the company’s combined storage solution for test equipment and tools, ensures contractors are organised and ready for the job at hand. Regulars 5 Editorial ECN’s new editor says hello. 6 Industry News Keep your fi nger on the pulse of the industry. 16 Contract News What’s happening on the ground? 30 Project Focus Prolojik delivers fl exibility and functionality with its open protocol lighting control system. 24 Key Issue Paul Reeve, director of business services at the ECA and a Fellow of IOSH, discusses why industry safety is better than ever. 27 Training Win an iPad Air 2, courtesy of Marco. Stay up-to-date with the latest products. Features 35 ED&I Preview 50 The Future Of Lighting What you need to know about the Electrical Design and Installation (ED&I) Expo, the new national trade show – who will be there, what’s happening and when. electrical contractors with accurate data and functionality at their fingertips, but can they really hack it in the field? Malcolm Duncan, UK distributor for Klein Tools, looks at how the design of test meters is evolving. 32 Competition 75 Company Showcase The latest training and development. The latest multipurpose test and 59 measurement gadgets provide LED lighting has certainly proved itself an effi cient light source. As Integral LED explains to Claire Fletcher, the technology’s future will be driven by colour tuning and the desire for warm, ambient tones. 61 Following research into common test and measurement challenges facing the industry, Tim Widdershoven, global marketing manager at Ideal Networks, explores what’s making work diffi cult for those installing and troubleshooting data cable today. 72 Electrical wholesalers are the natural route to market for manufacturers — but they can play hard to get, says managing director of Light Effi cient Design UK Limited, Michael Morrison. Wholesalers And Distributors 64 Paul Dawson, commercial manager at Niglon, explains how electrical wholesalers offer contractors a host of value-added advantages, from time savings to insider tips and advice. 67 With the lighting industry undergoing rapid change, the wholesale market has some tough decisions ahead. Adrian Kitching of Crompton Lamps explains the challenges and looks at how wholesalers need to stay one step ahead. 70 Mark Fiddy, supplier relationship development director of Rexel UK, explains how Rexel’s own- brand Newlec has helped change perceptions about own-brand solutions over the last 35 years. UK & IRELAND’S LEADING ESTIMATING SERVICE We specialise in providing timely, cost-effective estimates for Electrical & Mechanical companies throughout the UK, Ireland & Worldwide. Call 0800 052 6115 to speak with us today. www.hotcost.co.uk [email protected]