Hamilton launches CPD on smart lighting control
Hamilton Litestat has launched a CPD training programme entitled: An ‘Intelligent’ and ‘Smart’ approach to lighting control. Accredited by ‘The CPD Certification Service’, its aim is to educate about new technologies and help trainees and qualified electrical wholesalers/installers up-skill in the area of smart lighting control. With technology moving at such a fast pace, CPD training helps to ensure that academic and practical qualifications do not become obsolete. Hamilton’s CPD focused on smart lighting control is designed to encourage proactive learning as well as help identify and capitalise on valuable new business opportunities within the growing smart control sector. The CPD provides an overview and history of the lighting control sector; an appreciation of where it can be used; an introduction to smart lighting control and the different protocols currently on offer; the integration of other smart control applications such as blind control, and an introduction to smart audio control. “During its 50 years, Hamilton has played a leading and forward-thinking role in the development of lighting control technologies – from the simple switch through to intelligent dimming and today’s smart controls. The company is well-placed to provide CPD training to both qualified and trainee installers,” says Gavin Williams, Hamilton’s Head of Marketing. “The CPD provides details on the latest lighting technology to suit the residential, hotel, commercial and retail sectors, as well as exploring smart audio control solutions too, which are increasing rapidly in popularity.” The programme, which takes one hour plus questions, is delivered by Hamilton’s knowledgeable staff and can be undertaken at the company’s Bristol headquarters or London showroom. To book this accredited CPD module, contact Alison Osmond on 01747 860088 or email her on cpd@hamilton-litestat.com The CPD training programme is part of Hamilton’s on-going commitment and investment in training, supporting installers to upskill and keep abreast of the latest smart control technological developments, as well as helping those undergoing their initial training in order to help bridge the industry’s current skills gap. The family-run British business recently became a member of CEDIA and is now an approved Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Provider. Its training courses held at its Mere facilities contribute four CEUs towards the 30 CEUs CEDIA-certified professionals need within three years.
Hamilton Litestat are approved to become a CEU Provider
Hamilton Litestat has been approved by international home technology trade association CEDIA to become a CEDIA Continuing Education Unit, CEU Provider. Hamilton’s training course ‘Essentials in Smart Lighting Control and Audio Systems’, which is run at its facilities in Mere, is now a CEDIA-endorsed training programme, contributing 4CEUs towards this training requirement – CEDIA-certified professionals are required to obtain at least 30 CEUs within three years. “As the authority on custom-installed home technology, we’re thrilled to have received approval from CEDIA for our ‘Essentials in Smart Lighting Control and Audio Systems’ training course,” said Gavin Williams, Hamilton Litestat’s Head of Marketing. “This accreditation recognises the investment Hamilton has made in its training courses and educational efforts, particularly around smart controls, as well as ensuring our product range is suited for simple through to complex smart control requirements. We look forward to working even closer with the custom installer industry following this esteemed recognition, and hope to add further courses to the CEU programme to demonstrate our commitment to training and best practice.” Hamilton became a member of CEDIA earlier this year. The trade association brings together over 3,700 companies and 30,000 industry professionals around the globe that design, manufacture and install technology for the home. For more information about Hamilton’s ‘Essentials in Smart Lighting Control and Audio Systems’ training course, please visit: http://www.hamilton-litestat.com/training-courses Completion of the course by CEDIA members can be registered by entering Course Code: CEU829 in the CEU portal: www.cedia.net/education/submitceu.
Hamilton adds Surge Protection Devices to its circuit protection range
Hamilton Litestat has expanded its circuit protection range in accordance with ‘The 18thEdition’ to include two new Surge Protection Devices (SPDs), providing safeguarding against transients that could prove harmful to connected equipment. Transients originate from lightning or the switching of transformers and motors, and can cause serious injury and potentially loss of life, as well as destroy electronic components or cause premature ageing of equipment. SPDs are therefore recommended to prevent such damage. A provider of circuit protection products – including its sleek and stylish Contour and Convex consumer units – Hamilton now offers two versions of its ‘Type 2’ SPD: a 1-pole device and 2-pole device. The solutions fit snuggly inside the Hamilton consumer units and are recommended to protect against the spread of over-voltages to vulnerable and expensive equipment, such as laptops, PCs, washing machines, alarms and televisions. “Hamilton’s circuit protection offering is proving very popular, particularly its attractively designed consumer units, and we’re pleased to expand and increase our offering to include surge protection devices,” said Gavin Williams, Hamilton’s Head of Marketing. “The 18thEdition of the IET Wiring Regulations that was introduced in July 2018 requires protection against transient over-voltages except in single dwelling units to help protect against serious injury as well as mitigate damage to connected equipment and devices. Hamilton’s new SPDs are thoroughly tested and compliant to protect life and equipment.” Hamilton’s team can offer support and advice on the most appropriate solution for your project. For more information and to contact Hamilton, click here.
Albert Valdes to support Hamilton grow its international business
Hamilton Litestat is partnering with Albert Valdes to support the brand’s next stage of business development and growth as it looks to increase its customer base throughout the EMEA territory. Valdes, who is based in Barcelona, Spain, will provide business development consultancy and support services for the electrical wiring accessories provider throughout the region. With strong international business relations experience, Valdes has successfully established profitable long-term partnerships and negotiated distribution agreements for businesses in the electrical, chemical, alimentary and communication sectors, including supporting a high-end Spanish wiring accessories business export to the Middle East and Africa. “This is a truly motivating challenge for me,” says Valdes. “With experience in the electricals industry, I have always admired and respected the Hamilton brand. To start a collaboration with the company is an opportunity I’m grateful for. The main goal is to establish long-term partnerships with trustworthy companies in key markets, initially focusing to consolidate growth in crucial markets and then expanding our reach to grow Hamilton’s presence throughout the EMEA territory.” www.hamilton-litestat.com
