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On tap
Can trunking be better than cabling for underfloor power distribution? We outline the benefits.
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Working together
Overseas labour is becoming prevalent on sites, but how can we ensure these workers are used to their best abilities? We examine the need for change.
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Wiring up Bradford
Cable management at six blocks of flats in Bradford's Pollock Park required special attention to prevent weather damage and vandals.
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Standby for shopping
Emergency lighting in John Lewis's Bracknell computer centre has new support.
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Motoring cost reductions
Use of intelligent control in a motor control centre has brought savings in components and wiring, and reduced the space needed by the user firm.
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On track in Nottingham
Travellers in Nottingham will soon have another transport option for their journeys. A new 14 km tram network is well underway in the city.
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Court in the action
A tight six week programme was followed to convert two Nottingham coroners' courts into offices.
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Production quota
Has site productivity improved over the last few years of Rethinking Construction? In this exclusive report, we look at the latest findings from BSRIA.
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Ring of change
The largest construction project in Birmingham is set to change the face of shopping in the Midlands. We report from the New Bull Ring.
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On the docking of pay
When can an employer legally deduct monies from salaries? We outline the legal protection that exists.
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Know your SP with IP
It is predicted that most cctv surveillance images will be carried over the Internet in five years' time. As we explain this could be a lucrative arena for electrical contractors.
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How slow can you go?
This month's issue carries an exclusive report on a study into m&e site productivity by the Building Services Research and Information Association.
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The DALIs are coming
Energy use initiatives are pressurising building operators into improving efficiency and lighting controls protocol DALI could offer a lucrative opportunity for contractors. But is it easy to commission or even the only option?
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Questions asked about site health and safety
A new discussion document aims to identify realistic ways of effectively tackling health and safety on construction sites by taking advice from those at the coalface.
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ESCA Services sold to investor
ESCA Services, the labour agency jointly owned by the ECA and Amicus, has been bought by private investor Doron Krips.
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Night Tyne lights
The River Tyne has got a bright, new night-time landmark.
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Presidential view
The publication of the HSE's discussion document Revitalising health and safety in construction is welcomed for its focus on the need to adopt a step change in improved health and safety.
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ECS health and safety testing mandatory
Health and safety assessments will become mandatory from February 2003 for ECS card holders.
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Summit meeting
Is the m&e industry doing enough to accelerate change? We attend the HVCA Summit to find out.
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Domestic bliss?
Earlier this year the JCT released a suite of subcontract forms that essentially replace DOM/1. We explain the differences and some potential pitfalls.
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The green scene
ISO 14 001 remains a hot topic for callers to the ECA management systems helpline. We clarify the common areas of concern.
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HVCA backs 'historic' changes
Grass roots support for independent member assessment regime is backed by HVCA Council.
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Retention hearing for SEC Group
The Specialist Engineering Contractors' Group has won an oral hearing with the Trade and Industry Select Committee into the use of retentions.
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Ladder to success
Southern Electric Contracting has taken on 49 youngsters to begin their training as apprentice electricians. This brings the total number of operatives training at the company to 250. "Apprentices are the lifeblood of our company," said md Bob Hall. "If we are to maintain our current standards, it is vital that we have a highly skilled, safety conscious and motivated workforce. We have found that the best way to achieve this is to take on and train staff to our own standards from day one."
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EC agency plan slated
A proposed European Commission (EC) directive to give temporary agency workers the same rights as permanent staff is being vehemently opposed by the HVCA.
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T Clarke closes Meggitt Marsh
T Clarke has announced that it is to close down its loss-making subsidiary Meggitt Marsh & Co.
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What, More London?
T Clarke is installing electrical services to the More London office development adjacent to the capital's new City Hall on the south bank of the Thames. The company will be working closely with ABB, who is supplying over £1 million of switchgear. The project is scheduled for completion in late 2003.
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Row erupts at Summit
Labour issues caused a heated debate at the HVCA's annual get-together.
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Top industry performers named
Think your company is doing well, or are you envious of your m&e counterparts?
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Deadly product counterfeits could kill
The Electrical Installation Equipment Manufacturers' Association (EIEMA) has extended its anti-counterfeit campaign to CD-Rom.
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Powering down
How can voice and data installations be protected from excess power? We examine the benefits of surge suppression.
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Major projects deal hit by union withdrawal
Negotiations over a major projects agreement for the mechanical and electrical sector have hit the buffers after Amicus officials withdrew from the talks.
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