Electric vehicle (EV) charge point operators (CPOs) must start planning now to meet higher technical standards and prepare for a significant surge in demand, according to Legrand UK & Ireland. In its newly published white paper, Powering the Zero Emissions Transition, Legrand explores the pressing challenges facing the EV charging sector in 2024 following a sharp increase in EV adoption.

Legrand has strengthened its foothold in the UK critical power market with the acquisition of Sheffield-based uninterrupted power supply (UPS) specialist, Power Control.

Legrand's lighting control brand Vantage has announced that its lighting fixture alliance has been a marked success with continued growth.

Legrand's Building Control Systems (BCS) division has announced its Vantage brand has formed a strategic alliance with PureEdge Lighting.

Northern’s largest rail depot at Newton Heath has recently undergone a complete renovation to increase the maintenance capacity for the region.

The new Arteor with Netatmo connected home system has been launched by Legrand, providing an elegant connected living solution for enhanced comfort and security in the connected home. Combining innovative Netatmo technology with Legrand’s elegant and modular Arteor wiring accessories, the new system transforms lighting, blinds, curtains and electrical components into connected devices.

A new guide that outlines the key updates relating to cable pathways has been launched by Legrand UK & Ireland, following updates to a number of key industry regulations. The guide – Creating Cable Pathways – follows recent updates to the IET Wiring Regulations, as well as the release of the Dame Judith Hackitt Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety Final Report.

Legrand has unveiled its first ever smart video doorbell to join a suite of connected products from its User Interface business unit. Allowing end users to see visitors at their door from anywhere in the world, Legrand’s smart doorbell is compatible with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

Legrand has announced the launch of User Interface, a new business unit dedicated to supporting developers, specifiers and contractors to keep up with the growing demand for smart technology. According to research by GfK Global, the European market for smart devices was set to grow from €122 to €133bn in value in 2019, a figure which they say has since grown due to changing living and working conditions related to COVID-19.

Offering long-term resistance and sustainability in the most corrosive environments, Legrand has introduced a new finish for its Cablofil range of steel wire cable trays.

Suitable for all requirements from end users to specifiers of the largest developments, Legrand has refreshed and expanded its Bticino Classe 100 door entry range.

  Cable management is an integral part of the specification process. When it comes to specifying cable management systems, there are a number of key areas to consider in addition to cost per unit and installation time. Mark Williams, Lead Marketing Manager for Cable Management at Legrand, talks through some simple top tips during specification.

  Following increased demand for a trunking system that is suitable for more challenging environments, Legrand has introduced an IP55 rated distribution trunking to its renowned Salamandre range of cable management solutions.

  Legrand has recently unveiled its new wire-based suspension system, Swiftwire. Able to suspend products from Legrand’s overhead cable management and lighting busbar portfolio, it offers fast installation compared to traditional threaded rod suspension systems; while also improving health and safety on site.

  With a continuing focus on energy efficiency, Legrand UK has launched a new guide that outlines the key efficiency drivers and the range of products and solutions on offer, to help specifiers to select from the options available to them, relative to their budget.

  Legrand has unveiled the latest generation of its adaptable plug-and-play lighting control system, Lightrak. Offering fully addressable DALI control, networked over a KNX backbone, the system uses Electrak power and data Buscom trunking to distribute lighting power and KNX around a building, eliminating the need for long and complicated cable runs.

To more efficiently process the rapidly rising data volumes exchanged in commercial buildings, Legrand has unveiled a new high speed structured cabling offering. With both fibre optic and copper solutions, the new LCS3 system is a high performance and future-proof solution to provide networks with greater reliability, scalability and efficiency. LCS3 represents Legrand’s most advanced structured cabling system to date and is ...

  Legrand has unveiled its MyHOME_Up - the latest generation of its simple-to-use home automation system - which now benefits from app connectivity; according to the company it makes it one of the easiest home automation systems for electrical contractors to install and commission.

  With end-user demand for high speed charging continuing to grow, intensified by the number of devices supported by USB Type-C, Legrand has unveiled what it believes to be one of the world’s first 13A two-gang sockets with both USB Type-A and Type-C charging outlets.

Legrand has launched its first all-in-one stereo tabletop speaker, the Nuvo P400, allowing professional-quality music streaming in any room of the home. Featuring a powerful 2.1 system with a 5¼” subwoofer, two midrange drivers, and two tweeters, the Nuvo P400 provides full, high-fidelity stereo reproduction from a single compact unit.