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		<title>Luceco delivers lighting solution for Kings’ School Winchester</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:00:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Luceco has delivered a tailored lighting design for Kings’ School Winchester, creating a bright, efficient and visually comfortable learning environment across the school’s facilities. Kings’ School Winchester, a state-maintained secondary school, sought a lighting upgrade that would improve energy efficiency, visual comfort and long-term maintainability across classrooms, communal areas, and circulation spaces. Building on Luceco’s...</p>
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    </div></div><h3>Luceco has delivered a tailored lighting design for Kings’ School Winchester, creating a bright, efficient and visually comfortable learning environment across the school’s facilities.</h3>
<p>Kings’ School Winchester, a state-maintained secondary school, sought a lighting upgrade that would improve energy efficiency, visual comfort and long-term maintainability across classrooms, communal areas, and circulation spaces.</p>
<p>Building on Luceco’s experience working with Hampshire County Council on previous educational and healthcare projects, the team developed a full lighting design, working closely with the installing contractor to ensure the solution met both functional and aesthetic requirements.</p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p>The lighting scheme incorporated a carefully selected range of Luceco products to ensure uniform illumination, compliance with educational standards and ease of maintenance:</p>
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<li>LuxPanel Connect – High-performance LED panels offering low glare and consistent, uniform lighting ideal for classroom and study environments.</li>
<li>Platinum with Platform – Flexible downlighting solution providing high-quality illumination with advanced control options for energy efficiency.</li>
<li>Academy Range – Robust linear lighting designed to suit corridors, communal areas and learning spaces.</li>
<li>DWW Windsor Bespoke Columns – Exterior lighting solutions that complement the school’s architecture while ensuring durability and safety.</li>
<li>Exit Signage – Compliant emergency signage integrated seamlessly throughout the building.</li>
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<p>This combination of internal and external luminaires delivered a cohesive, future-ready lighting solution tailored to the school environment.</p>
<p>Paul Carter, Account Manager at <a href="https://www.luceco.com/uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Luceco</a>, said: ‘Having worked with Hampshire County Council on other school projects, we understand the importance of reliable, compliant, and visually comfortable lighting for both students and staff. At Kings’ School Winchester, we were able to deliver a solution that enhances learning environments while providing long-term energy and maintenance benefits.’</p>
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		<title>How can the Live Electrical SRN consumer unit range simplify installation?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Umer Farooq, Technical Product Manager at Live Electrical Distribution UK, looks at how the SRN consumer unit range simplifies installation Speed, consistency and reliability remain central priorities for electrical contractors working across residential and light commercial projects. As installation schedules become tighter and productivity becomes increasingly important, distribution equipment that simplifies the wiring process can...</p>
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    </div></div><h3>Umer Farooq, Technical Product Manager at Live Electrical Distribution UK, looks at how the SRN consumer unit range simplifies installation</h3>
<p>Speed, consistency and reliability remain central priorities for electrical contractors working across residential and light commercial projects. As installation schedules become tighter and productivity becomes increasingly important, distribution equipment that simplifies the wiring process can deliver significant practical benefits on site.</p>
<p><strong>Installation efficiency </strong></p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p>Live Electrical’s SRN range of metal consumer units has been developed with installation efficiency as a core design objective. Rather than focusing purely on enclosure construction, the range adopts a system approach that combines a streamlined internal architecture with simplified circuit connection methods. The result is a consumer unit designed to reduce installation time while maintaining the performance and compliance expected of modern distribution equipment.</p>
<p>Suitable for both surface-mounted and recessed (flush-mounted) applications, the SRN range is intended for use across a wide variety of domestic and light commercial installations throughout the UK.</p>

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<p><strong>Practical enclosure design</strong></p>
<p>The SRN enclosure is manufactured from robust non-combustible steel, providing the mechanical strength of IK05 and compliant with BS EN 61439-3 standard. Multiple cable knockouts are positioned around the enclosure, including the rear panel, allowing cables to enter the board from different directions depending on site layout and routing requirements.</p>
<p>This flexibility is particularly useful when working within confined installation spaces, enabling installers to organise cable entry in a way that minimises congestion within the enclosure.</p>
<p>Each board is supplied complete with a DIN rail, neutral and earth terminal bar, ensuring the installer has the necessary internal components ready for immediate assembly. The internal space has been configured to provide clear access for wiring, helping maintain an organised layout that supports straightforward inspection and testing once installation is complete.</p><div id="pewho-3068006388" class="pewho-inline-mpu-2 pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-2 - content after para 8 -->
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<p>While these features contribute to installation practicality, the most significant advantages of the SRN range lie within its protective device configuration and busbar architecture.</p>
<p><strong>Single-Module 1P+N BD devices</strong></p>
<p>A defining feature of the SRN consumer unit is its use of single module 1P+N bidirectional protective devices. The <strong>CN range MCBs disconnect both the live and neutral conductors simultaneously</strong>, with overcurrent protection provided in the live pole and coordinated switching of the neutral pole. The RNC RCBOs also switch both conductors and are designed without separate neutral fly leads.</p>
<p>In many conventional consumer units, RCBOs are supplied with flexible neutral fly leads that must be routed individually to the neutral terminal bar. As the number of circuits increases, these additional conductors can create congestion within the enclosure, increasing installation time and making inspection, fault-finding and maintenance more difficult.</p>
<p>Within the SRN system, both the live and neutral conductors of each outgoing circuit are terminated directly at the relevant CN MCB or RNC RCBO. The devices receive their incoming live and neutral connections through the integrated busbar, removing the need for individual neutral fly-lead connections on the RCBOs.</p>
<p>This arrangement reduces internal wiring, creates a cleaner and more organised layout, and provides clearer access to circuit terminations. Installers benefit from a faster and more consistent wiring process, while the reduced number of separate connections helps minimise the potential for installation errors.</p>
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<p><strong>Integrated live and neutral busbar system</strong></p>
<p>Complementing the compatible MCB and RCBO design is the SRN range’s integrated 100A copper busbar system. Unlike conventional arrangements in which live and neutral distribution rely on separate components or additional wiring, the DPN busbar incorporates both conductors within a single compact assembly.</p>
<p>The busbar provides live and neutral connections between the main switch and compatible outgoing protective devices through a unified distribution structure. By combining both conductors within one assembly, the system reduces the number of separate internal components and connections required within the consumer unit.</p>
<p>For installers, this creates a more streamlined assembly process. Compatible MCBs and RCBOs can be mounted directly onto the busbar without separate neutral fly leads or additional neutral connections to the terminal bar, allowing the board to be populated and wired more quickly and consistently.</p>
<p><strong>Modular busbar scalability</strong></p>
<p>Another practical advantage of the SRN system is its modular busbar architecture. The <strong>100A busbar assembly</strong> comprises interconnecting sections that can be joined by sliding them together.</p>
<p>This modular approach allows the busbar configuration to be matched to different consumer unit sizes and circuit requirements without cutting the busbar or carrying out complex modifications. The same system can therefore be used across smaller domestic boards and larger multi-circuit configurations.</p>
<p>The design also supports simpler product selection and stock management, as compatible modular sections can be used across a range of SRN consumer unit sizes.</p>
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<p><strong>Installer-focused design</strong></p>
<p>By addressing practical installation challenges &#8211; including wiring congestion, repetitive circuit connections and internal component organisation, the SRN range demonstrates how considered product engineering can improve efficiency on site.</p>
<p>The elimination of neutral fly leads, combined with the integrated live and neutral busbar system and its modular architecture, enables installers to assemble and wire consumer units more quickly while maintaining a clean, organised and accessible internal layout.</p>
<p>For contractors seeking distribution equipment that supports efficient installation without compromising safety, reliability or compliance, the SRN consumer unit range offers a practical solution designed around the demands of modern electrical work.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:00:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Scolmore Group, through its community‑focused platform Scolmore Connect, has announced its growing support for Better Pathways &#8211; a respected mental health charity based in Birmingham, West Midlands. The organisation provides life-changing support for people with mental health issues and disabilities, helping over 130 participants each week to develop essential vocational skills that prepare them for...</p>
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    </div></div><h3>Scolmore Group, through its community‑focused platform Scolmore Connect, has announced its growing support for Better Pathways &#8211; a respected mental health charity based in Birmingham, West Midlands. The organisation provides life-changing support for people with mental health issues and disabilities, helping over 130 participants each week to develop essential vocational skills that prepare them for employment and volunteering opportunities.</h3>
<p>The partnership between Scolmore Group and Better Pathways has been long-standing. The charity’s social enterprise, Better Packing, has delivered commercial packing services to Unicrimp – part of the Scolmore Group – for four years. With up to five volunteers assigned each day to Unicrimp’s Tamworth-based site to help pack some of Unicrimp’s best-selling trade tubs, this collaboration has not only created meaningful work opportunities but has also demonstrated how strong partnerships between businesses and charities can deliver lasting social impact.</p>
<p>During a recent visit to Better Pathways, Lee Taylor, Scolmore Group’s Head of Operations, learned of the charity’s ongoing struggle with persistent water leaks through its ‘Northern Light’ industrial roof, an issue that threatened the integrity of the building the charity has occupied since the 1970s.</p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p>In response, Scolmore Group acted swiftly, allocating funding to enable the charity to carry out essential roof repairs. The much-needed refurbishment has ensured a safer, more welcoming environment for service users, staff, and volunteers, protecting the future of Better Pathways’ work for years to come.</p>
<p>Sue Roberts, Chief Executive Officer of Better Pathways, said: “We love working with the Unicrimp team and are thrilled that Scolmore Group is helping us in these ways. This support will help us to maintain our building into the future and means that we can open up our space to more participants who need our support. We cannot thank Lee and his team enough.”</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:00:36 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Draper Tools gives us some insight into the must-have tools for electricians and highlights the importance of choosing high quality products. For electrical wholesalers, the hand tool aisle is one of the most vital areas of the business and an essential way to build loyalty and trust. For the electricians who walk through your doors,...</p>
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<p>For electrical wholesalers, the hand tool aisle is one of the most vital areas of the business and an essential way to build loyalty and trust. For the electricians who walk through your doors, the right pliers, screwdrivers and cutters are safety-critical kit that they&#8217;ll trust their hands to, day in, day out, often while live testing. This means getting the hand tool offering right isn&#8217;t just good merchandising, it’s central to how your business is judged by the trade.</p>
<p><strong>Investing in quality hand tools</strong></p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p>Electricians work in an environment where a poorly insulated tool isn&#8217;t just inconvenient, it&#8217;s dangerous. That means wholesalers who can talk confidently about VDE certification and insulation standards can build long-term trust with customers. For managers and counter staff, that starts with understanding what ‘quality’ actually means on the technical spec sheet, not just the price tag.</p>
<p><strong>What to look for</strong></p>
<p>When assessing which hand tool ranges deserve shelf space, a few factors are worth considering:</p>
<p><strong>VDE certification and voltage rating.</strong> Any insulated hand tool sold into the electrical trade should be independently VDE tested, and it&#8217;s worth knowing to what level. Draper&#8217;s XP1000 range, for example, is tested to 10,000V and suitable for use on AC circuits up to 1,000V and DC circuits up to 1,500V, with full compliance to EN60900 standards &#8211; the benchmark for insulated hand tools. These numbers matter to your customers, and staff who can explain them at the counter add real value over a purely price-led sale.</p>
<p><strong>Insulation wear indicators.</strong> One of the more overlooked but genuinely useful innovations in recent VDE tool development is dual-layer insulation that visibly signals damage. On the XP1000 screwdriver range, a dual-layer &#8220;insulation warning&#8221; blade sheath shows a contrasting colour the moment the outer layer is nicked or worn through &#8211; an immediate, unmissable cue that a tool needs replacing before it becomes a safety risk. It&#8217;s a simple feature, but it&#8217;s the kind of detail that could make a big difference.</p>
<p><strong>Tethered options for work at height.</strong> With more electricians working on scaffolding, MEWPs and rooftop installations, tethered hand tools have moved from a niche accessory to an expectation. Tethered pliers with a lanyard attachment point reduce the risk of dropped tools, which are a serious hazard on any site with people working below, while giving the electrician one less thing to worry about. It&#8217;s worth stocking tethered variants alongside standard tools rather than treating them as an afterthought.</p><div id="pewho-3068006388" class="pewho-inline-mpu-2 pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-2 - content after para 8 -->
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<p><strong>Comfort and durability.</strong> TPE bi-material handles, anti-slip grips and induction-hardened jaws all affect how a tool performs across a working lifetime, not just out of the box. Electricians use these tools for hours at a time, so comfort isn&#8217;t a nice-to-have, it directly impacts fatigue and precision on the job.</p>
<p><strong>Materials and manufacture:</strong> Quality manufacturing processes and materials matter too – and can be a strong talking point in the sales process when it comes to hand tools. For example, hand tools like Draper’s XP1000 VDE Pliers are forged from premium German steel.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-29981" src="https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-1-300x199.png" alt="" width="600" height="398" srcset="https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-1-300x199.png 300w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-1-1024x680.png 1024w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-1-768x510.png 768w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-1.png 1095w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<p><strong>The lifetime warranty question</strong></p>
<p>A lifetime warranty says more about a brand&#8217;s confidence in its own manufacturing than any marketing line can. For wholesalers, stocking ranges with this level of backing gives staff an easy, honest answer when a customer asks, &#8220;will this actually last?&#8221;. It’s an added reassurance you can give your customers to help them feel confident in their purchase.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s also worth considering how a range came to exist. Development involving genuine trade feedback tends to produce tools that solve the problems electricians actually have. When you&#8217;re deciding which manufacturers to back with shelf space and promotional support, that development process is a good indication of how well a brand will keep improving the range over time, and how seriously it takes trade feedback once tools are in the field.</p>
<p><strong>Thinking about the next generation</strong></p>
<p>The trade is changing, and wholesalers need to be thinking about who will be coming through the door in five years&#8217; time. Research commissioned by Draper Tools found that among young people considering a move into a trade, electrical work was named as one of the top choices (level with landscaping and behind only painting and decorating). That&#8217;s a meaningful pipeline of new electricians who will need to kit themselves out from scratch, often on a limited apprentice budget.</p>
<p>This is where ranges like DXPulse, Draper&#8217;s 12V cordless power tool range, come in. Designed to be light, compact and affordably priced without sacrificing performance, it&#8217;s ideal for apprentices and early-career tradespeople who need capable tools without a huge upfront outlay. Stocking quality, apprentice-friendly ranges alongside premium lines means you can serve a customer through their entire career, from apprenticeship to seasoned professional, building loyalty along the way.</p>
<p><strong>Beyond the tools: storage and security</strong></p>
<p>A well-stocked hand tool range doesn&#8217;t operate in isolation. Increasingly, tool theft and van organisation are front of mind for tradespeople, and wholesalers who can offer a joined-up solution stand out.</p>
<p>Research from Bunker, Draper&#8217;s storage brand, found that many tradespeople see tool theft as a daily worry, with over a third calling it their single biggest concern at work. While messy, disorganised vans were also shown to cost the average tradesperson close to an hour a week hunting for tools. That&#8217;s a clear commercial case for offering secure, well-designed storage alongside the tools themselves. Bunker’s Van Storage range, with its discreet inbuilt holder for a Bluetooth tracker, is a great option – and you don’t need an abundance of space to sell it. With drop shipping, the Bunker collection can be delivered directly to your customer.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-29982" src="https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-2-300x200.png" alt="" width="600" height="400" srcset="https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-2-300x200.png 300w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-2-1024x683.png 1024w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-2-768x512.png 768w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-must-have-tools-for-electricians-Inline-2-1536x1024.png 1536w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<p>Tool bags and boxes can be another strong seller for wholesalers with a quality selection on offer. Bunker&#8217;s new collaboration with Velocity Pro Gear, a three-piece collection of rugged, weatherproof workbags, is a great example of the kind of complementary range worth a look.</p>
<p><strong>The bottom line</strong></p>
<p>For electrical wholesalers, hand tools are far from a low-consideration category. They&#8217;re where safety, trust and brand loyalty can be built. Prioritising VDE-certified, feature-rich ranges with genuine warranty backing, and pairing them with smart storage solutions and options for newer entrants to the trade, is a straightforward way to build a hand tool offer that serves electricians at every stage of their career and keeps them coming back to your counter.</p>
<p><strong>Additional details can be found <a href="http://www.rdr.link/wbq009" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></strong></p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:00:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>On the 31st of August, Surge Protection Devices celebrated its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of technical innovation and a continued commitment to advancing electrical safety. Founded 20 years ago, the company has grown from humble beginnings into a leading UK specialist in lightning and surge protection, with its products now protecting installations around the...</p>
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    </div></div><h3>On the 31<sup>st</sup> of August, Surge Protection Devices celebrated its 20<sup>th</sup> anniversary, marking two decades of technical innovation and a continued commitment to advancing electrical safety.</h3>
<p>Founded 20 years ago, the company has grown from humble beginnings into a leading UK specialist in lightning and surge protection, with its products now protecting installations around the world. From military bases and historic landmarks to factories, data centres and homes, its solutions provide vital protection against lightning and transient overvoltages.</p>
<p>The company’s growth has accelerated over the past eight years, with enhanced surge protection requirements within the BS 7671 wiring regulations helping to establish surge protection as an essential part of modern electrical infrastructure.</p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p>Alongside product development, Surge Protection Devices Ltd has placed knowledge sharing and education at the heart of its work. Through free accredited CPD training and active involvement in British Standards, the company continues to support electrical professionals and help raise industry standards.</p>
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		<title>The Modular Advantage in Sports Lighting</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>We hear from Robus on how modular solutions can provide a major advantage when it comes to sports lighting projects. Sports lighting is having a major upgrade. Ageing metal halide and high-intensity discharge (HID) systems are steadily being replaced with LED technology across pitches and courts of every size. But that&#8217;s only part of the...</p>
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    </div></div><h3>We hear from Robus on how modular solutions can provide a major advantage when it comes to sports lighting projects.</h3>
<p>Sports lighting is having a major upgrade. Ageing metal halide and high-intensity discharge (HID) systems are steadily being replaced with LED technology across pitches and courts of every size. But that&#8217;s only part of the story. Expectations of what modern sports lighting can achieve have grown considerably, from smart controls to the high-performance illumination needed for televised sport, to entertaining crowds with dynamic lighting scenes.</p>
<p>This is putting electricians to the test. Not only do you need to keep pace with these developments, but you also need a solution flexible enough to adapt to different sports, classifications, and the shift from training sessions to matchday performance. That’s why this year, ROBUS launched STADION: a modular sports lighting solution designed to perform not just for the crowd, but for the installer.</p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p><strong>From grassroots to national pitches</strong></p>
<p>For years, achieving scale in sports lighting meant working across several product lines to cover different sizes of project. That meant juggling multiple SKUs, stock inefficiencies, and complicated systems. STADION takes a different approach.</p>
<p>Rather than specifying different luminaires for different applications, electricians can now build the exact output they need using stackable 600W modules. One modular range, three power options, and a contractor-led design built to adapt on-site.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-29971" src="https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2-HeroImage-300x129.png" alt="" width="600" height="257" srcset="https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2-HeroImage-300x129.png 300w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2-HeroImage-1024x439.png 1024w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2-HeroImage-768x329.png 768w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2-HeroImage-1536x658.png 1536w, https://pewholesaler.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2-HeroImage-2048x878.png 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<p><strong>Stackable power, scalable output</strong></p>
<p>STADION is made up of individual light modules, each rated at 600W (84,000Lm). These modules can be stacked together to reach 1200W (168,000Lm) or 1800W (252,000Lm), all at 5700K colour temperature. That means you can easily scale from a grassroots court to a mid-tier club pitch and then to a national ground with the STADION range.</p>
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<p>Words you never want to hear from the pitch: “The light was in my eyes!” It only takes a couple of badly aimed luminaires to turn a great game into a frustrating experience. STADION is designed to minimise glare from the outset. Combined with the precision aiming device and adjustable brackets, offering ±90° on the main bracket and a further ±30° per module, electricians can achieve the accurate positioning needed to maximise illumination and minimise glare.</p>
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<p><strong>Mix and match optics with asymmetric lenses</strong></p>
<p>Bright spots and dark patches can show up quickly across a pitch, even when the average lux reading looks fine on paper. STADION&#8217;s mix and match asymmetric lenses (narrow, medium, and wide) mean each light source can be fine-tuned to deliver consistent coverage exactly where it&#8217;s needed, maintaining uniform illumination across the entire playing surface.</p>
<p>Narrow and wide are assembled to order by ROBUS’s Customised Conversions Department, while medium is available as a stock item.</p>
<p>The next question is what that light needs to do, and the answer changes by the hour. As Multi-Use Games Areas (MUGAs) grow in popularity, the same facility might host five-a-side football one evening and netball training the next, each with its own lighting requirements.</p>
<p>Energy efficiency is another important consideration. A training session doesn&#8217;t call for the same output as a live match, and running full power for both wastes energy.</p>
<p>Adaptable controls have moved from a nice-to-have to a necessity. STADION brings this flexibility together in one fixture, with 0-10V dimming, DALI, and DMX options.</p>
<p><em><strong>0-10V</strong> </em>covers reliable dimming for everyday use.</p>
<p><em><strong>DALI</strong> </em>brings intelligent, energy-saving management, useful where a client wants lighting levels to adjust automatically depending on use.</p>
<p><em><strong>DMX</strong></em> is where things get interesting. It&#8217;s the same protocol used for concert and event lighting, and it turns STADION into a genuine entertainment tool. Think synchronised lighting scenes for player entrances, presentations, or special events.</p>
<p><strong>Built to handle the elements</strong></p>
<p>Add anti-corrosion die-cast aluminium, a 720-hour salt spray test, and a dual-layer tempered glass and PC lens protection, and the result is a fixture built to handle exposed, high-use sites without constant intervention. Wide airflow gaps between the cooling fins help dissipate heat efficiently, supporting long-term performance. The low-copper-content housing also acts as an effective heat sink while providing enhanced corrosion resistance.</p>
<p>And with up to 145Lm/W efficacy and an IP66/IK08 rating as standard, scalability doesn&#8217;t come at the cost of performance or durability.</p>
<p>For projects with particular site or specification requirements, STADION is also available with a Marine Grade option for coastal or high-corrosion locations, a 4000K colour temperature option where 5700K isn&#8217;t the right fit, and a 3000K option for warmer lighting schemes.</p>
<p><strong>Complete solution</strong></p>
<p>The demands of modern sports lighting can be complex, from meeting strict standards and balancing energy costs, to managing maintenance and environmental impact. Solutions such as ROBUS STADION offer a complete solution, from initial lighting design to aftercare support.</p>
<p><strong>For further details, click <a href="http://www.rdr.link/wbq008" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></strong></p>
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		<title>New research reveals 98% of UK distributors deal with late payments</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:00:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A new independent report commissioned by Klipboard has revealed that late payments have become almost universal across the wholesale and distribution sector, with 98% of businesses reporting overdue customer payments. Based on a survey of over 300 distribution businesses and 250 trade buyers from across the UK, the research was commissioned to better understand how...</p>
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    </div></div><h3>A new independent report commissioned by Klipboard has revealed that late payments have become almost universal across the wholesale and distribution sector, with 98% of businesses reporting overdue customer payments.</h3>
<p>Based on a survey of over 300 distribution businesses and 250 trade buyers from across the UK, the research was commissioned to better understand how payment processes are affecting customer experience, operational efficiency and cash flow across the distribution sector.</p>
<p>The results explore the biggest payment challenges facing the industry, the causes and impact of late payments, the most common issues buyers have with payments and the ways customers would prefer to pay.</p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p><strong>Key findings</strong></p>
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<li>98% of distributors deal with late payments</li>
<li>56% spend over six hours per week on manual payment admin</li>
<li>96% employ at least one person dedicated to payments and credit control</li>
<li>94% believe offering multiple payment options boosts customer loyalty</li>
<li>Just 12% of distributors operate with a single payment provider</li>
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<p>The findings suggest late payments remain a near-universal challenge for distributors, placing pressure on cash flow while creating additional work for finance and credit control teams. The issue remains firmly in the spotlight following the UK Government&#8217;s announcement earlier this year of new measures aimed at tackling late payments and strengthening protections for suppliers.</p>
<p>At the same time, distributors are under growing pressure to offer customers more choice in how and when they pay. While many businesses have introduced additional payment methods and providers to improve the customer experience, doing so can create disconnected systems, more manual administration and more difficult reconciliation. This &#8216;payment sprawl&#8217; can make it harder to track and collect payments efficiently, contributing to delays and cash flow challenges.</p>
<p>Lochan Sim, VP of Payments at Klipboard, commented: “The research shows that late payments have become a fact of life for almost every distributor, creating unnecessary pressure on cash flow and placing a significant administrative burden on finance teams.</p>
<p>&#8220;The businesses we work with want faster, more efficient ways to collect payments – without creating additional complexity for their teams or customers. Our mission is simple: to give distributors access to modern payment technology that helps them get paid faster, operate more efficiently and make it easier for customers to do business with them. The easier you are to buy from and pay, the more likely customers are to come back and buy again.&#8221;</p>
<p><strong>To download a copy of The 2026 Distribution Payments Report, visit: <a href="https://www.klipboard.com/payment-in-distribution" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.klipboard.com/payment-in-distribution</a></strong></p><div id="pewho-3068006388" class="pewho-inline-mpu-2 pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-2 - content after para 8 -->
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:00:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the September issue of PEW. Has it cooled down yet? As much as I love the summer the five (at the time of writing) heatwaves have become quite exhausting. But then for so many years we have complained that we’ve barely had a summer worth talking about at all, so I guess this...</p>
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    </div></div><h3>Welcome to the September issue of <em><strong>PEW</strong></em>. Has it cooled down yet? As much as I love the summer the five (at the time of writing) heatwaves have become quite exhausting. But then for so many years we have complained that we’ve barely had a summer worth talking about at all, so I guess this is payback!</h3>
<p>So just how hot is too hot? For the electrical wholesaling industry there is of course a knock-on effect. In our homes, factories and offices air conditioning gets switched on, refrigeration systems work harder and even the humble portable fan suddenly becomes a highly desirable bit of kit as we try to keep cool. So for wholesalers, heatwaves can provide a useful reminder of just how quickly demand can change. Products that might sit quietly on the shelves for months can suddenly become urgent requirements, while contractors can find themselves responding to customers who want cooling solutions installed earlier than yesterday.</p>
<p>It also highlights the importance of having the right conversations with customers. Is the existing installation capable of handling additional loads? Is the equipment being installed appropriate for the environment? Are customers looking for a quick fix, or is there an opportunity to discuss a more efficient, longer-term solution?</p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p>Heatwaves aren&#8217;t simply uncomfortable weather events. They are becoming an increasingly important consideration for the way we design, install and use buildings. The electrical system that was perfectly adequate when a property was primarily concerned with heating in winter may face very different demands when cooling becomes a regular part of summer life.</p>
<p>And while nobody wants to spend a perfectly good sunny day talking about distribution boards and electrical loads, that&#8217;s precisely where the wholesaler&#8217;s expertise comes into its own.</p>
<p>The industry has always been about more than boxes on shelves. At its best, wholesaling is about helping contractors find the right product, understand what they need and get the job done safely and efficiently.</p>
<p>So perhaps the next time somebody complains that it&#8217;s &#8220;too hot&#8221;, spare a thought for the electrical industry, because when the heat is on, there&#8217;s a good chance we&#8217;re working a little harder too!</p>
<p>Enjoy the issue!</p>
<p><span style="color: #0000ff;">– Tracey Rushton-Thorpe</span></p><div id="pewho-3068006388" class="pewho-inline-mpu-2 pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-2 - content after para 8 -->
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<p><strong>Check out the September issue</strong> <a href="https://pewholesaler.co.uk/magazines/september-2026/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>here</strong></a></p>
<p><strong>Catch up on previous ‘Editor’s Viewpoint’ <a href="https://pewholesaler.co.uk/?s=editor%27s+viewpoint" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></strong></p>
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		<title>COMPETITION: Win a Spectacular Prize Bundle Courtesy of Knightsbridge</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Get yourself set for autumn with Knightsbridge and the chance to win a fantastic prize bundle, which includes a £250 Amazon gift card, a box of 10 SpektroLED EVO downlights and a five-pack of the company’s BT EVO bulkheads. The SpektroLED EVO downlight combines flexibility with easy installation, offering selectable wattages, colour temperatures and interchangeable...</p>
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    </div></div><h3>Get yourself set for autumn with Knightsbridge and the chance to win a fantastic prize bundle, which includes a £250 Amazon gift card, a box of 10 SpektroLED EVO downlights and a five-pack of the company’s BT EVO bulkheads.</h3>
<p>The SpektroLED EVO downlight combines flexibility with easy installation, offering selectable wattages, colour temperatures and interchangeable bezel finishes. Available in fixed, tilt and smart versions, it can be set to either 5W, delivering up to 465 lumens, or 7W, delivering up to 795 lumens, using a switch on the lamp body. Four CCT options are available, selected via a sliding switch, while the LED has a 60° beam angle. The tilt version can be adjusted through 90° and magnetic bezels in six finishes provide further scope for customisation.</p>
<p>With a dimmable lifespan of 50,000 hours, the downlights are fire-rated for installation in solid timber, web joist and I-joist applications for up to 90 minutes, depending on the material. They are also IC-rated to maintain the efficiency of mineral wool insulation in the ceiling void. An IP65 rating from below makes EVO suitable for bathrooms and wet rooms.</p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p>The robust and straightforward-to-install BT EVO is a versatile bulkhead designed to suit a wide range of applications. Three wattage choices – 9W, 14W and 18W – can be combined with CCT options from 3000K to 5700K. Additional versions include emergency, microwave sensor, corridor function, emergency corridor function and emergency daylight sensor options. Bezels are available in standard round or eyelid styles, with matt black, chrome and grey finishes.</p>
<p>Established in 1998, Knightsbridge is a leading name in the UK electrical sector, supplying a comprehensive range of quality wiring accessories together with interior, exterior and commercial lighting products.</p>
<p>For more information please visit: <strong><a href="https://www.mlaccessories.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.mlaccessories.co.uk</a></strong></p>
<p><span style="color: #0000ff;">HOW TO ENTER</span></p>
<p><strong>To be in with a chance of winning this prize bundle, simply choose the correct answer from the options below:</strong></p>
<p><span style="color: #0000ff;">Q. What is the dimmable lifespan of a Knightsbridge SpektroLED EVO downlight?</span></p><div id="pewho-3068006388" class="pewho-inline-mpu-2 pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-2 - content after para 8 -->
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<p><strong>A)</strong> 30,000 hours</p>
<p><strong>B)</strong> 40,000 hours</p>
<p><strong>C)</strong> 50,000 hours</p>
<p><strong>Simply fill out the form below and tell us your answer for the chance to WIN!</strong></p>
<p><em>Deadline for entries 30/09/26</em></p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:00:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Siemens has introduced the SENTRON Electronic Circuit Protection Device (ECPD) to the UK market, offering a new approach to protecting low-voltage electrical systems with response times up to 1,000 times faster than conventional electromechanical circuit protection. Designed for use in electrical distribution boards and control cabinets, the semiconductor-based device can reduce the energy released during...</p>
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    </div></div><h3>Siemens has introduced the SENTRON Electronic Circuit Protection Device (ECPD) to the UK market, offering a new approach to protecting low-voltage electrical systems with response times up to 1,000 times faster than conventional electromechanical circuit protection.</h3>
<p>Designed for use in electrical distribution boards and control cabinets, the semiconductor-based device can reduce the energy released during a short circuit by up to 99.5%, helping to minimise equipment damage, reduce downtime and improve system resilience.</p>
<p>Combining circuit protection, switching, measurement and communication functions within a single unit, the SENTRON ECPD also enables remote diagnostics and switching, making it particularly well suited to remote or difficult-to-access installations. Siemens says the integrated design can reduce the space required within electrical panels by up to 80%, depending on the application.</p><div id="pewho-2754565969" class="pewho-inline-mpu pewho-entity-placement"><!-- /111384791/pew-inline-mpu-1 - content after para 2 -->
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<p>The device forms part of the wider communication-enabled SENTRON portfolio and can be configured using the SENTRON Powerconfig app, while integration with SENTRON Powercenter gateways allows performance data and diagnostics to be monitored locally or in the cloud.</p>
<p>Jacob Wells, Product Manager at Siemens UK &amp; Ireland, said: “As UK sites become more electrified and more connected, circuit protection needs to become smarter too. SENTRON ECPD gives installers, panel builders and operators a future-ready way to protect circuits, monitor performance and support uptime.”</p>
<p>Suitable for commercial, industrial and infrastructure applications, the SENTRON ECPD has been developed to help improve safety, simplify panel design and enhance the reliability of modern electrical installations.</p>
<p><strong>For more information, visit: </strong><a href="https://www.siemens.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>https://www.siemens.com</strong></a></p>
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