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Dear Readers T


he materials shortage has continued to be a problem for the UK trades for two years now. New research* found that more than three-quarters (78%) of tradespeople struggled to source the materials they’ve needed in the last year.


As a result, almost half (46%) have had to delay or turn down work, and nearly a fifth (19%) have been forced to let customers down after committing to jobs. Unfortunately, more than one in five (22%) respondents said that they can’t see the shortage easing anytime soon, and that they believe problems will continue into 2023.


There have, however, been signs of the situation easing slightly in recent weeks - so here’s hoping the situation will continue to improve as the year goes on. On to the issue. We’re celebrating not one, but two milestone anniversaries for key industry companies this month. On page 24, you can read a history of ESP’s journey from humble beginnings in 1992 as a small provider of wireless intruder alarm systems, to becoming a leading UK manufacturer of electrical accessories and lighting products and a part of the


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20-23, 30 12 Scolmore Group today.


Elsewhere in the issue, I interviewed Danny MacFarlane of Ellis Patents about the cable cleat manufacturer’s amazing 60 year history. Turn to page 26 for a truly great origin story.


This month, our cover story comes from Timeguard, with an overview of the company’s wide range of easy- install LEDs. Read more on page 10.


This issue includes our regular news, views, product and installation features from market-leading businesses across the sector - topics this month include home automation, energy-efficient lighting and electric heating.


Enjoy the issue! *from IronmongeryDirect


10 INDUSTRY NEWS Market and industry update


8, 14-15, PRODUCT NEWS The latest new releases


INSTALLATION NEWS Completed projects by leading suppliers


REGULARS 10


30 35 22 COVER STORY


Timeguard easy-install LEDs PRODUCT FINDER


Your guide to the latest releases BUYERS GUIDE


The who’s who of the electrical industry


FEATURES 22


24


SEPTEMBER 2022 VOLUME 61 NUMBER 09 Electrical Wholesaler


is proud to support the Electrical Industries Charity


26 28 LIGHTING Energy-efficient LEDs


SPECIAL FEATURE ESP’s 30th anniversary


INTERVIEW Danny MacFarlane, Ellis


HOME AUTOMATION Cost of living smart


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