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Simutech Releases Industrial Control System Troubleshooting Simulator

Simutech Multimedia has announced the release of the FPS 3000 Troubleshooting Simulator, for immediate availability. This software is designed to help develop advanced troubleshooting techniques on a complex Industrial Control System Simulation. The FPS 3000 software is an electrical troubleshooting simulation designed for individuals to develop advanced skills for troubleshooting Industrial Control Systems. The FPS 3000 software uses a hi... [more]

Strong demand for trades people trained in installing and maintaining eco friendly power systems

Train 4 Trade Skills predicts that Britain will face a mushrooming demand for trades people trained and proficient in installing and maintaining eco friendly power systems. The home study college’s principal Myra Smallman said “We’re already seeing gas and electricity prices soar, and this, coupled with growing awareness of alternate `green’ energy systems, will drive a huge demand for electricians trained to install and maintain these systems... [more]

Megger assists Shrewsbury College with training sessions in the use of electrical instruments

Eager to provide its students with the best possible practical experience in electrical testing, Shrewsbury College recently appealed for help from major test instrument suppliers in the UK. Megger answered and the response was backed by action. Not only did Lee Baker, Megger's sales engineer for the Shrewsbury area, attend and assist with the College's training sessions in the use of electrical instruments, he also took with him samples Megg... [more]

Drop in the number of companies prepared to take on apprentices

Prime Minister Gordon Brown announced his 'apprenticeship drive to a conference earlier this year in which he outlined the government’s aims to increase the number of apprentices aged 16 – 18 years from one in fifteen, to one in five over the next decade. Despite the government’s drive for more young people to take trade apprenticeships, a trade skills training college is reporting a huge drop in the number of companies in Surrey and Hampshir... [more]

ELECSA extends price promise to electrical contractors until the end of the year

ELECSA has extended its price promise to electrical contractors until the end of the year. Whilst other business costs may be rising, ELECSA is sticking to its fixed price promise on assessment fees to new members, renewals or contractors that transfer from another Part P scheme. Anyone joining ELECSA before the end of 2008 can fix their annual assessment fee at £360+vat until 2011. By taking advantage of the ELECSA price promise, contractors ... [more]

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