What's moving in UK tools, trade retail and construction — written for the people buying the kit.
Siemens introduces the semiconductor-based SENTRON ECPD to the UK, offering circuit protection up to 1,000 times faster than electromechanical units.
CIOB Academy introduces bite-sized training courses covering key construction industry challenges, safety, and project management.
The Building Safety Regulator names an Arup director and former Grenfell resident as chair of its residents' panel to guide safety reforms.
Efficiency East Midlands launches a four-year, £800m building safety framework renewal covering fire protection and specialist remedial works.
A new video guide details the components and pressure management features of Zilmet expansion vessels and sealed system kits for heating installers.
Discover how Clipacore quick-release system prevents core drill jamming, speeds up bit changes, and improves safety for UK plumbers and heating engineers.
UK foundation contractors publish the first embodied carbon dataset for piling, drawing on real project data from 2025 to baseline carbon impact.
Travis Perkins Hire senior executives stepped onto the shop floor in Bristol St Philips to cover operational branch duties and give staff a day off.
UK tradespeople advise GCSE leavers to consider practical trades as artificial intelligence transforms traditional office-based career paths.
Smart Scaffolder launches a voice-recognition app allowing UK scaffolders to complete site records hands-free using smart devices.
Fly-tippers abandon 200 tonnes of suspected asbestos across major Hertfordshire roads, prompting severe safety warnings and major cleanup efforts.
Sicon Limited, parent of John Sisk & Son, delivers €74.2m pre-tax profit as strong UK turnover compensates for European and Irish market dips.
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