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tp24 display in Barratts Option Centre
23rd June 2008
On Wednesday 30th April, Barratt Homes, with the help of Anthea Turner, launched its new Choices Centre, in Walnut Tree Close, Guildford. Now all of Barratt’s purchasers in the Southern Counties region are able to visit and choose from a wide range of fixtures and fittings to make their house a home. Read more...
QC Statement re:tp24 Low Energy lamps
19th February 2008
We have now implemented more stringent quality control at the manufacturing process and are additionally re-testing every lamp in the UK before we send them out. This involves switching on the lamp and running it up to full power. Any items which are broken, do not light, flicker or take too long to reach full power are removed and rejected. These measures will help to rectify the consistency and performance of all our light bulbs. There may, however, still be a small possibility of failure further down the line due to transport and other factors out of our control. Read more...
Review of the Lighting Show 2008
31st January 2008
People in the industry now recognize that tp24 have changed the
perception of low energy lighting. With over 250 low energy lines stocked and exciting new
models on display tp24 are trail blazing a new direction in the dedicated domestic market.
Managing Director Shaun Davis said, “We have been delighted with the response at the show from both our existing customers and the many new visitors coming to the stand. The independent retailers are starting to put in specific display areas for low energy lighting and haling our products as the coming revolution.” Read more...
Health risks associated with low energy light bulbs
21st January 2008
It is a fact that fluorescent light bulbs contain mercury. Over the years this has been reduced significantly. Today each lamp contains only a tiny amount mercury (approx 6 milligrams) and other toxic substances, such as cadmium and lead, have been removed completely under the RoHS requirement (reduction of hazardous substances). Read more...
The Myth Relating to Banning Incandescent Light bulbs – 10 Wasted Years
16th January 2008
Following a number of high publicity statements about the banning of incandescent light bulbs the public has been led to believe that the Government is taking a stand and making real progress. In September, Secretary of State for the Environment, Hilary Benn, said “The most energy-guzzling light bulbs in Britain will start disappearing from shop shelves early next year as part of efforts to cut C02 emissions” Read more...
The Lighting Show 2008
10th December 2007
tp24 are pleased to be exhibiting again at The Lighting Show 2008. After the successful launch of the tube and micro lamps at last year’s show tp24 have had another exciting year.
The Cambridgeshire based company was pleased to supply the lighting for a challenge taken up by celebrity, Tommy Walsh, which was to build an eco-friendly house in 60 days for just 60k for the Discovery Real Time Channel. Tommy’s interior designer, Victoria Stanton, was both surprised and delighted by the product range of dedicated low energy lighting available from tp24.. Read more...
Running the Gauntlet
10th December 2007
tp24 Managing Director, Shaun Davis, has taken the company to new heights by entering the “Running The Gauntlet” competition, run by the East of England Development Agency (EEDA).
Over 300 companies registered this year and 50 were shortlisted.
tp24 were delighted to be included in the final ten and were praised for their
dedication and commitment to ensuring a greener future and answering the needs of
the new build industry with regards to lighting.. Read more...
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McCarthy & Stone - Lighting the way for a greener future
9th November 2007
The UK Building Regulations currently have a mandatory requirement that approximately 30% of the light fittings in all new homes are dedicated low energy. Most builders will comply with the minimum number to meet the regulations, but McCarthy & Stone, Britain’s largest builder of private retirement properties, have taken the positive decision to increase that figure to 100%. Read more...
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tp24 - L1 dedicated low energy
26th September 2007
In our L1 dedicated low energy solution the cap is very similar to a GU10 style 2-pin that you see on halogen spot lamps. The difference is that our cap has a hole in the middle of the lamp base and the lamp holder has a central male interference member or pin. This stops the normal halogen lamp from entering but allows our lamps to be retrofitted into a regular spot lamp holder. Read more...
Tommy Walsh chooses tp24
28th August 2007
tp24, the Cambridgeshire based low energy lighting company, have assisted Tommy Walsh in his latest project; to build an eco-friendly house in 60 days for just 60k. The project, which is due to be aired on the Discovery Real Time channel in October, sees Tommy and his team face one of their biggest challenges yet. Read more...
The case for L1 dedicated low energy
21st August 2007
There are many compact fluorescent lamps on the market with a variety of caps. A few products offer dedicated solutions and many offer retrofit options. The primary dedicated solutions are 4 pin and 2 pin with separate ballast or GU24 and L1 with self-ballasted options. Read more...
Interbuild 2007
28th June 2007
tp24, the Cambridgeshire based new home lighting specialist, are showcasing the latest developments in dedicated low energy at Interbuild 07 in Hall3/3a stand T85. The tp24 display will demonstrate that modern low energy lighting is compact, attractive and affordable. Read more...
Lighting show 2007 Review
1st February 007
The Lighting Show 2007 was proof that lighting has a significant place alongside furniture and soft furnishing in the domestic trade market. The numerous glossy stands and dynamic products show the industry is thriving and advancing with a diverse and rich portfolio. Read more...
Lighting show 2007
15th January 2007
tp24 are dedicated to making energy saving lighting that is both aesthetically pleasing and affordable. The launch at this years Lighting Show of tp24’s Kyoto 2 range shows how low energy lighting has changed and continues to develop. Clearly there is a revolution going on in the energy efficiency business and you can be a part of it. Read more...