Rob Shepherd

Electrical contractors play a vital role in delivering compliant fire detection systems. From detector placement and product certification to documentation and ongoing maintenance, Rob Shepherd explains why understanding the latest regulations is essential for protecting lives. The Building Safety Act has ushered in a new era of accountability across the construction sector, placing greater emphasis […]

Within today’s cutting-edge security systems, biometric technology has moved from being a futuristic concept to a practical necessity. Rob Shepherd explores how this technology is reshaping access control and why electrical contractors play a central role in integrating it into the fabric of today’s smart buildings. Biometric technology is one of the most influential developments […]

Rob Shepherd has been announced as Consulting Editor for InstallerELECTRIC. InstallerELECTRIC is part of the Lyrical Communications portfolio, which includes a dedicated section online, the weekly InstallerELECTRIC newsletter, webinars and live content at InstallerSHOW.  Rob is a well-respected journalist with a strong history in the electrical sector. Rob began his career in regional press in […]

InstallerELECTRIC has launched its State of the Industry survey at InstallerSHOW.  The survey provides fascinating insight into the electrical market by focusing on challenges, opportunities, and pressures, the technology they work with now and in the future, and the products and solutions they can’t go without.  The findings will be presented at a special live session […]

A consumer unit, sometimes also referred to as a fuse box or distribution board, is responsible for distributing electricity throughout a property while providing essential protection against electrical faults. InstallerELECTRIC looks at the dangers of defective consumer units and key factors to think about when replacing them: A consumer unit is an essential component in […]