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Our articles and blogs are here to inform and reflect on changes to technologies, legislation, and market drivers. Whether there are changes to Government grants for Vehicle electrification or new systems to keep staff safe post-covid, we will keep you up-to-date; with data from industry experts.

EV Charging - Landlord FAQ’s answered

Date: 30th August 2023
Author: Liz Farrimond

As a landlord or property manager, you either already provide Electric Vehicle charging for your tenants, or are considering it. And there's never been a time to install or extend your EV charging system - as grants are currently still available. However, you may have some questions regarding the operation, monetisation, ownership and potential pitfalls of managing the hardware and service. This article looks at some common FAQ's and possible solutions - to make installation / expansion easy and managing the system stress-free.

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Electrifying Hospitality: Why Hotels Need EV Charging Facilities

Date: 23rd May 2023
Author: Liz Farrimond

As the world transitions towards a greener future, electric vehicles (EVs) have gained significant popularity. With this rise in EV adoption, it has become imperative for various industries to adapt and accommodate the needs of environmentally conscious consumers.

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SONY Project - Reducing waste on site

Date: 18th March 2022
Author: Liz Farrimond

iDACS have visited site several times during the duration of the SONY cabling project in London. Mostly to deliver cabling products, but also for warranty surveys and more recently to remove used / empty wooden cable drums for recycling.

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Government Grants for EV Charging Have Changed

Date: 17th March 2022
Author: Liz Farrimond

The Government's Workplace and EV Home Charge grant Schemes changed on 1st April 2022. With winners and losers, how will the changes effect you?

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A Short Guide to Cabling for Power over Ethernet

Date: 17th March 2022
Author: Liz Farrimond

EEE 802.3 have upgraded PoE+ technology to include PoE++. The standard for PoE++ is IEEE 802.3bt and has two classes: type 3 and type 4.

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Should I charge my Electric Vehicle Every Night?

Date: 13th January 2022
Author: Liz Farrimond

The short answer is NO. Firstly, most car owners have experience with petrol or diesel vehicles and wouldn’t expect to drive around in one of those constantly with a completely full tank.

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How to save up to 50% on an EV charging system.

Date: 3rd October 2021
Author: Liz Farrimond

With the UK Government's ban on new petrol and diesel car sales from 2030, and incentives in place to promote Electric Vehicle uptake - investing in an EV charging system is becoming a necessity for companies and individuals alike.

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The evolution of the workplace – or the rise of the healthy building!

Date: 27th September 2021
Author: Liz Farrimond

When I started working at the end of the 80’s, well-being was not at the top of a company’s agenda. I was lucky that I worked in a new office with big windows and the latest computer tech (not Windows!).

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Safety & fire prevention tips for charging your Electric Vehicle using an extension lead

Date: 15th March 2021
Author: Liz Farrimond

Electrical Safety First surveyed 1,500 electric vehicle owners on their EV charging habits. 74% used domestic multi-socket extension leads, not suitable for outdoor use. Over half used them when it was raining. 75% admitted to ‘daisy-chaining’ extension leads to reach their vehicle. This is highly dangerous as it can lead to overheating and an increased risk of electric shock.

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