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The UK electrical accessories market has returned to growth more quickly than expected after the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, seeing an estimated 8% growth in 2021, according to a recent report from AMA Research. This is encouraging news as we near the end of Q1 2022, and hopefully marks the beginning of the end of the economic ill-effects of the pandemic for our sector. Growth last year was limited by supply chain disruption and material shortages, but the continued growth in construction output - not to mention increasing demand for EV charging units, home automation systems and energy efficient retrofits - makes for a positive outlook. Spring is on its way, and the future looks bright for the electrical market.
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The UK electrical accessories market has returned to growth more quickly than expected after the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, seeing an estimated 8% growth in 2021, according to a recent report from AMA Research. This is encouraging news as we near the end of Q1 2022, and hopefully marks the beginning of the end of the economic ill-effects of the pandemic for our sector. Growth last year was limited by supply chain disruption and material shortages, but the continued growth in construction output - not to mention increasing demand for EV charging units, home automation systems and energy efficient retrofits - makes for a positive outlook. Spring is on its way, and the future looks bright for the electrical market.
elcome to the March issue of Electrical Wholesaler.
On the topic of electrical accessories, our cover story this month is from Selectric UK, showcasing some luxury installations for its first screwless plate design, the 5M-PLUS range. Turn
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On the topic of electrical accessories, our cover story this month is from Selectric UK, showcasing some luxury installations for its first screwless plate design, the 5M-PLUS range. Turn
On page 24, meanwhile, Scolmore takes a look at the latest market trends within the home automation market, which has benefited in
elcome to the April issue of Electrical Wholesaler. We’ve got something of a focus on electric vehicle charging this month, with features from both Sevadis and Myenergi sharing their take on the rapidly changing EV landscape. With the Electric Vehicles Smart Charge Point Regulations coming into force at the end of June, it’s vital to be ahead of the change and ensure you’re up to date. On page 26, Dr Chris Horne, chief technical officer at myenergi, discusses the upcoming introduction of new EV charging regulations and the plans - and potential pitfalls - of our transition to electric vehicles. On the same topic, our cover story this month looks to the future of EV charging solutions, with Sevadis managing director Craig Slater looking at the opportunity this burgeoning sector offers for electrical wholesalers - covering types of charger, installation, compatibility and functionality. Turn to page 10 for more.
elcome to the March issue of Electrical Wholesaler.
Editor’s Note / Contents to page 10 to take a look. to page 10 to take a look.
On page 28, meanwhile, ESP’s Katie Plumstead shares her insights into how installing smart controls can reduce the impact of huge hikes in energy bills as a result of the recently announced price cap. As supply issues continue to impact the industry across the globe, Paul Dawson, commercial director at Niglon, shares his thoughts on stock control and management in an uncertain market - read more on page 30. Finally, as always, this issue includes our regular news, views, product and installation features from market-leading businesses across the sector.
Happy reading! Happy reading! Happy reading!
On page 28, meanwhile, ESP’s Katie Plumstead shares her insights into how installing smart controls can reduce the impact of huge hikes in energy bills as a result of the recently announced price cap. As supply issues continue to impact the industry across the globe, Paul Dawson, commercial director at Niglon, shares his thoughts on stock control and management in an uncertain market - read more on page 30. Finally, as always, this issue includes our regular news, views, product and installation features from market-leading businesses across the sector.
recent years from the continued growth in the spread of wireless and app-based technologies. On page 30, Natasha King, product manager at Vent-Axia, talks us through the new Building Regulations (published in December and coming into force in June), and their implications for ventilation, the Future Homes Standard and Net Zero, and subsequently for wholesalers. Finally, as always, this issue includes our regular news, views, product and installation features from market-leading businesses across the sector - including a special feature on leading northwest electrical wholesaler T.N. Robinson as the business approaches its 100th birthday!
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