IN THIS ISSUE
Editor’s COMMENT
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ISSUE 107 FEB/MAR 2025
NEW YEAR, NEW BEGINNINGS
The New Year has brought new beginnings for many well-known names in the industry from LED Group’s acquisition of our cover star, ATC, to Adrian McGarrity bringing a fresh approach as new Group MD of Core Distribution. A big focus on developing a pipeline of talent is also evident, with Suir Engineering launching a new Apprentice Centre of Excellence alongside plans to phase in 200 new jobs over the coming year. Further news inside includes success for SRC student Jonathan Gough, who picked up a bronze award at SkillELECTRIC 2024, and an increase in the pay rate for first- and second-year apprentices negotiated by the ECA, SELECT and Unite. In arguably our most intriguing case study to date, Vaughan Engineering Services leads an MEP installation with uniquely complex power and water demands at NI Fire & Rescue Service’s impressive new campus. And you’ll find the latest on key events for your calendar including ELECTEX Belfast (April 9-10) and an EIC seven-a-side football tournament (May 16). Alyson Magee THE TEAM: Managing Director Karen McAvoy Editor Alyson Magee Media Manager Janice Uprichard Media Adviser Grace McSherry Production Lead Julie Anne Guiney Design Jo Hendron Digital Communications Natasha Nelson Office Manager Andrea Simpson
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News & Views: ATC, an established brand in energy-efficient electric heating and automation controls, has been acquired by ROBUS brand owner, the LED Group. 23 News & Views: Don’t miss out on the opportunity to gain industry-wide recognition at the Northern Ireland Electrical Awards 2025 to be held in Titanic Belfast on Friday, June 6. 33 In Focus: Vaughan Engineering Services has delivered a complex range of MEP services at the new NI Fire & Rescue Service Learning & Development College in Cookstown. 45 Products: With established hubs in Belfast and Dublin and a new Group MD in place, Core Distribution is consolidating its position as a market leader in cable management. 63 In Focus: Suir Engineering, one of Ireland’s largest engineering services providers, is creating 200 jobs and launching a pioneering Apprentice Centre of Excellence. 74 Products: Ready to upgrade? In our new column, Motoring Correspondent Darren Liggett offers his lowdown on Ford’s versatile new transit van loaded with the latest tech.
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