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    Solar PV Sales

    Hi, If anybody knows of any good Solar Sales people we have a few positions going. We're a strong and fast expanding company. Please contact me here asap. thanks
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    RCDs and Industry

    I understand that in an industrial setting if cables are surface mounted , SWA or in conduit then no RCD needed. If sockets are controlled by an on site electrician the no RCD. What happens if there are toilets on site with shower cubicles do all circuits, lighting , handriers etc have to be...
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    30 billion for construction industry

    heard on the radio tonight, the government is to invest 30billion in the construction industry to help stimulate the economy. Is it me or does that seem rather at odds with shagging the PV industry?
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    End of Solar

    Solar end A little note to all the electricians in here who, over the past few weeks , are calling for a U-turn in the government's proposed changes in the FIT. Did you think this industry was sustainable with the 43.3p FIT? It has been clear for some time now it has not been and was going...
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    Haveing worked in the electrical industry what has been you best most enjoyable job

    and how did u get into it.... I wouldnt mind working on overhead lines as it looks pretty cool but wouldnt know how to go about getting my foot in the door. Im expecting call backs from firms that specialise in this so no doubt they will tell me. just wondered if anyone had worked on projects...
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    Useful websites for tech & industry update info

    Hi guys, I'm looking to build a list of websites that are useful for existing electricians and/or apprentices. These can be tool/supplier related or literally somewhere that you always go to for advice or industry news? Can anyone recommend any? Thank you :D
  7. Darkwood

    You think the industry is tightening up on safety then i walk on this site......

    Just got a random call from a guy based in bristol asking me if i could go to a building site local to me in Bradford and look at a cable thats sparking for him as they supply the generators and cables, well not for one to turn down what seems a quick repair job i popped over. It turned out to...
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    During ‘The Twelfth Five-Year-Plan’, solar thermal production is expected to increase

    During "The Twelfth Five-Year-Plan", solar thermal production is expected to increase 20 percent than “The Eleventh Five-Year-Plan” in China. According to the China Securities Journal which reported on April 14, Luo Zhentao, director of China Association of Rural Energy Industry, China...
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    How much damage has been caused to the Renewables Industry?

    As a company already in the home energy market we got accreditation for PV and solar thermal about 3 weeks ago. This was seen as the first stepping stone in taking the business into most if not all of the renewable technologies. We were just finalising our marketing plans when the government...
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    New MCS 001?????

    As if we don't have enough to do there's now a new edition of MCS001 that takes effect from 1st December, only problem is I can't find it anywhere!! Any clues????
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    This industry is becoming a joke. primarily focused on squeezing £ out of us

    The 2391 is noww to be replaced with the 2395 as the 2391 does comply with ammendment 1. No sooner do you pay all you fees does something else come along. I'm sick of it. How are you meant to make any money with membership fees, calibration certificates, multi-functional prices etc etc. All the...
  12. Energetic

    Construction Industry Scheme

    Hi all, Does PV qualify under the Construction Industry Scheme? We use self employed labour one or two days a week to help with installs and having to do their tax for them sounds way over the top to me! Atm they invoice us as any other supplier does...
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    Industry failing us

    I just wanted to post a bit of a moan I suppose, i think it's ashame how electrical industry falling to peices, with all these short courses on offer to part time cowboys, what happened to 4 year apprenticeships then calling yourself a spark, no wonder wages are rubbish and standard of work is...
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    Are you happy with the cost of MCS registration

    Hi Guys I am a self employed heating engineer and I am extremly unhappy with the cost of becoming MCS accredited, but what I am truly angry about is this ridiculous QMS beurocracy that is not a help to my business but as I see it a hinderence. If you are interested in what I and many heating...
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    How recognised is 17th Edition Qualification in the industry?

    Hi, Im new to the forum and I was just wondering how recognised the 17th Edition qualification was in the electrical industry and whether doing it is worth my time. I have SOME previous experience in Electrical installation (college course) but that was a while ago and I've decided to get back...
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    will working on Cruise ship give me the similar experience as the industry

    Hey people, I'm paul and I'm new to the forum and i need advice about what i should do next, sorry if this is no this is not where you post it. My Question is this, i after i finish my 303 practical (if i pass) I'm worried what will come after as jobs are low in my area, my tutor said to join a...
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    Construction Industry Scheme

    Are those of you who are small companies doing solar pv registered under the HMRC Construction Industry Scheme (if you care to admit it in a public forum). The reason I ask is that I thought I would be able to avoid it as I do not subcontract to other companies, but I spotted something on...
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    JIB Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) JIB Rates of Pay

    Good Morning Can you please advise on what the 2011 JIB rates of pay are for an Electrician & an Approved Electrician
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    Mining Industry?

    Does anyone in this forum happen to work in the Mining Industry or know how to get a foot in the door so to speak? What qualifications are needed? How much level of experience is needed? What sort of people are they looking for? etc.... I realise that i have a long way to go as i am new to the...
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    What training is recommended?

    I have been out the industry for 10 years, even though I have kept abreast of regulations. I am a apprentice served, having 20 years exp, HNC Electrical Eng and a BSc in Electrical and Electronic Eng. I am looking to enter the Industry again and I'm looking to sit the 17th Edition Full Exam and...

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