ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • 23 Industry News CEF TechTalks 2024: Empowering Electrical Professionals The CEF TechTalks 2024 series, led by electrical experts Darren Staniforth and Dave Austin, was an resounding success. Held across four cities in Ireland, these events attracted hundreds of electrical professionals eager to stay current with industry trends and regulatory changes. Electric.ie attended the event at the Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport on 17th May 2024, and it was a thoroughly enlightening experience. The day began with a early start busy trade show where people could drop in and have a hearty breakfast and some refreshments. This initial gathering provided an excellent opportunity for attendees to network before diving into the day’s agenda. The adjacent trade show allowed electricians to speak directly with product experts from over 12 leading brands, gaining hands-on exposure to the latest technologies and solutions. The sessions were curated to cover a broad spectrum of topics critical to modern electrical professionals. Key topics included: Thermal Imaging, Working safely with DC, Domestic Fire and CO Requirements, Emergency Lighting standards. There was also a discussion on the Key changes to EN 10101. Derek McKeever, ESPI & Sean Meally of Ei Electronics also gave some very informative presentations. Insights and Highlights from this Cutting-Edge Industry Event. Industry News A technical Q&A session allowed attendees to pose questions directly to the experts. Closing remarks gave a reminder of the valuable CPD certi cate available via email for attending the event. CEF TechTalks 2024 was a great success, providing a blend of knowledge, practical advice, and networking opportunities. For anyone committed to staying at the forefront of the electrical industry, attending this event was invaluable. Above: Darren Staniforth and Dave Austin. Inset: Sean Meally, Ei Electronics and Derek McKeever, ESPI.
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