26 ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • The Association of Electrical Contractors (Ireland) hosted its annual trade show and seminars at the Spa Hotel in Lucan on May 24th. This event showcased the latest innovations and advancements in the electrical industry, drawing together professionals, manufacturers, and enthusiasts for a dynamic exchange of knowledge and collaboration. Electrifying Success at AECI Trade Show 2024 AECI Trade Show 2024 ‒ Industry Leaders Converge at Lucan's Spa Hotel for a Day of Innovation and Insight. Éirin Madden, Schneider Electric. Gerry Geoghegan, AECI President; Mark Kenny, Legrand; Mark Keogh, EIFI President. Marc Crowe of Ei Electronics chatting to customers. Chris Lundy, Mark Keogh and Gerry Geoghegan. Paul Noonan of Switch Electrical Solutions. Brian Cassidy of CESCO chatting to a customer. Alan Brown, ATEX launched the new catalogue. This year's event had a high demand for its seminars, prompting repeat sessions in the afternoon. The seminars began at 8:30 AM, covering diverse topics such as CWPS Pensions, SEAI grants, Certi cation procedures by Safe Electric, the latest product offerings from Schneider Electric. Quantex spoke about contractors getting paid and then Magister spoke about employment law and how it relates to our industry. Following the seminars, EIFI President Mark Keogh of cially opened the event, welcoming guests and addressing some of the key challenges facing the industry. He highlighted the ongoing skill shortages, the drive for sustainability and green energy solutions, the rapid pace of technological advancements, and the complexities of regulatory compliance. Despite these challenges, Mark emphasised that the electrical industry remains a promising and rewarding eld. The event experienced strong attendance throughout the morning, with a slight decline after the second round of seminars. The AECI expresses its gratitude to the 40+ exhibitors and all attendees for their continued support of Ireland's electrical contracting industry. Dave Butler, Safe Electric gives a talk.
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