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25.01.2022 Our recent poll showed that more than half of you use Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) for your customers Help us put together the right offer for sparkies by taking our quick survey. Do you use 1PH or 3PH? How can we help you install more? Start survey: https://bit.ly/39GTI1W
25.01.2022 This month marks 100 years of Clipsal in business! Were very proud to reach this milestone heres Chris Kerr, Vice President of Clipsal Australia, chatting about whats to come.
25.01.2022 Download our free Electrician’s Promotion Kit to help drive interest from potential customers looking for decorative electrical choices. The Kit includes product images, consumer images, social media posts and blog content for your electrical business to use. It also features training on social media best practices as well as a social media template to help you get started. Download here: https://bit.ly/2FpRysz
25.01.2022 We’re always proud to work alongside local electrical businesses, and see them grow over the decades. Cameron from Vaccaro Group Electrical, NSW, shares how the business was founded by his parents-in-law from their garage, and continues to thrive as the second generation of family has joined the team. #SparkiesOfAus
25.01.2022 When it comes to home upgrades, we find there are 3 different motivations for customers: Design and aesthetics. For these customers, home is a reflection of themselves and their achievements. Order and focus. For this group, home is about efficient and smart living.... Safety and protection. For them, home is a sanctuary. A place to rest and take shelter. Three different customers, with three different sets of electrical needs. What electrical upgrades would you recommend to each?
25.01.2022 The Clipsal 100 year spirit is truly alive and well! Awesome to see plenty of decorated wholesalers getting in on the celebrations We have selected our favourites from each state. Now, we need your help to decide who the national champ is. The image with the most likes will #WIN a special reward for the hardworking branch staff. So get voting! Be quick! Voting ends 5pm AEDT 30 October 2020.
25.01.2022 #WIN 1 of 2 Iconic Prize Packs valued at $500 trade! To enter, we want you to snap a photo of any long-standing Clipsal innovation youve seen thats still on the job, and post it below. The two electricians with the best finds will win an Iconic Prize Pack each valued at $500 trade. Clipsal products have had your back since 1920, and right from the start weve continued to work on electrical innovations that are built to last, and make a sparkys job easier.... Be quick! Ends 11:59pm AEST 31 August 2020. Vintage Australian Electrical #ClipsalSince1920
24.01.2022 Electricians, WIN a Clipsal Backpack! To enter, tell us which Clipsal product or range you like to recommend to customers looking for decorative upgrades to their home? (Think switches, powerpoints, ceiling fans, downlights). Quick! Entries close 5pm AEST Friday 25 September 2020.... Hint: you can check out here: https://bit.ly/35n7Rkv for ideas
24.01.2022 A quick look back at the start of one of the most popular switch ranges in the country. It was back in 1987 when we designed the 2000 Series. Who remembers using them when they first hit the market? We included a decorative surround on the product that could be removed when painting, so when it’s placed back on, it then covers the edges to give a clean finish.... Then 10 years later in 1997, the C2000 series launched. This was a response to consumer demand to freshen up the aesthetics even more. Over 30 years later, we are proud to say we still make these in our Adelaide factory. These ranges continue to be a dominant force in the market now and will be for many years to come. #ClipsalSince1920
24.01.2022 How often would you say you’re coming across switchboards without safety switches installed? The NSW Government is urging homeowners to have safety switches installed in their homes as part of a new campaign doubling down on electrical safety. This initiative, led by NSW Fair Trading and SafeWork NSW, aims to educate and encourage NSW homeowners to install safety switches and to undertake regular checks.... Keep electrical safety and protection top of mind this season for your customers, and use this Safety Checklist on your next job. Free Safety Checklist: https://bit.ly/3n2UlbY
24.01.2022 Were giving VIC based electricians the opportunity to enrol in C-Bus training for FREE until the end of this month. Over the last few weeks, weve provided $250,000 worth of free C-Bus training for home automation systems to sparkies in lockdown across VIC, and its been incredible to have over 400 people enrol! Were proud to continue supporting sparkies in ways like this during such a challenging period. Head here to enrol: https://bit.ly/3hAwpJr
23.01.2022 Over half of you voted yes to using Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) for your customers Help us put together the right offer for sparkies by taking this quick survey. The first 10 sparkies to complete the survey will receive a $50 Virtual Mastercard (just make sure you leave your email so we can contact you). Start survey: https://bit.ly/39GTI1W
23.01.2022 Ausgrid found that 26% of people regularly leave lights on all evening in unoccupied rooms. Add value to your customers (and your business) by recommending electrical upgrades that keep their energy bills down, starting with motion sensors. This Iconic PIR Motion Sensor is an ideal solution for spaces like bathrooms, pantries, hallways, stairwells and walk-in robes. ... Translec Pty Ltd
23.01.2022 We’re keen to hear your feedback on our ceiling fan controllers Take this quick survey and you’ll have the chance to win $100 worth of VISA Prepaid Gift Cards. Start survey: https://bit.ly/2Tg2AUz
23.01.2022 We think a huge plus about the Pro Series is that these commercial switches and power points are designed to include circuit ID labels protected behind a clear window. No longer can circuit identification be damaged, wiped off, or made unreadable. The labels adhere to panels designed into the grids, so even if skins are inadvertently swapped during maintenance, the labels will always display the correct circuit identification. Plus there’s two windows on opposite edges, so ...it can be visible in any situation. See Pro Series up close: https://bit.ly/34ST0Mu
22.01.2022 Our second podcast is now live on Spotify! Trying to figure out how to put the spark in your social media? Our Electrician Channel Manager, Jordy chats with Blair, a social media expert from Sydney digital marketing agency Hello Social. Blair talks us through: Why social media for sparkies? What channels should you be using? How do you create good content?... Tips & tricks to manage your social media community Blair will be answering your questions! Listen on Spotify here https://spoti.fi/2Efo8wi and subscribe to the Clipsal Trade podcast to see when new episodes have dropped.
21.01.2022 Since 1920, Clipsal has stood by sparkies like Greg from Spurling Electrical in Warradale, SA. Greg started the business in 2000 and has been a Club Clipsal member for 18 years, even spending 3 years as a Club Advisory member too. Back when Greg wanted to become a sparky, electrical was the best apprenticeship on offer at the time. I was part of a large intake of apprentices at BHP Whyalla in 1980, which is the largest intake they ever had of 41 electrical apprentices. ... I love the flexibility [of being an electrician] and the various options the trade gives you. I also loved being able to put both my sons through an apprenticeship in the business too. #SparkiesOfAus
20.01.2022 WIN a Wiser Iconic Connected prize package valued at $500 trade! These switches and sockets connect via Bluetooth to the Wiser Room app, so you can turn appliances on/off, create schedules and use timer functions. Great upgrade solution for your customers to control their power usage straight from their phone, and lower their energy costs. To enter, tell us your best home electrical energy saving tip?... Ends 4pm AEDT Monday 23 November 2020. T&Cs apply.
20.01.2022 Draft Amendment 2 of the Wiring Rules now open for public comment. The Wiring Rules committee has created an amendment to help improve the safety of electrical installations, and if these updates go ahead, they affect every electrical worker, their employers, and electrical contractors. If you want to join Master Electricians Australia's free webinar about it and offer your opinions: Register here: https://bit.ly/2HLMeRn... Date: Thursday 1 October Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm (AEST) See more
20.01.2022 More homeowners everyday are looking to make smarter choices when it comes to energy efficiency. As we come into summer, energy draining appliances like aircon and pool pumps can contribute to higher energy bills. Keep watching our page for ways you can provide the best energy management solutions, tips & advice to your customers. ... We’ll be covering plenty around LED lighting, automation through timers, schedules and even in-depth energy monitoring software. What are your best energy management tips? Learn more: https://bit.ly/2YGoeFx
20.01.2022 WIN free online C-Bus training, valued at $600! We’re giving away 10 free courses to sparkies around the country who want to upskill. To enter, tell us why you want to learn more about C-Bus for commercial and high-end home automation?... The online C-Bus training you’ll win is a self-paced course ready to give electricians the theoretical knowledge of C-Bus products and give a deeper understanding of commercial and high-end residential automation. The course covers different types of hardware, practical solutions and programming. Entries close 4pm AEDT Wednesday 28 October 2020.
20.01.2022 We’re after your reviews about our Pro Series, our newest range of power points and switches for commercial buildings If you’re interested in receiving free products to trial and review, send us a private message. More about our Pro Series here: https://bit.ly/34ST0Mu
20.01.2022 What made you want to become an electrician? Father and son duo Bruce and Matt Scarman from Good Sense Electrical, SA said: Bruce: Back in my days when I was 16 or 17 I left school and went and applied for a job, the first job I applied for I got. It was a maintenance electrician at Horwood Bagshaw at Mile End and they made farm machinery, and I think they are still around now based at Mannum, SA. Matt: Well growing up around it, I loved it! Hanging out with Dad, being... on the roof, going out with him during school holidays, it was what I came to know. I wake up everyday and enjoy what I do. I love it, being outdoors and helping customers. #SparkiesOfAus
19.01.2022 Sparkies, our Iconic Style Design Cards are now available! When it comes to renovating, homeowners use swatches and samples to select the right paint, tiles and more, so we thought, why not do the same for switches? Cards include 5 different skins in the Iconic Styl and Essence ranges to help your customer visualise their design options. Register for your cards on Trade Talk: https://bit.ly/2YGoeFx
19.01.2022 A trip back in the archives to celebrate Clipsal in Aussie homes since 1920. Look at how weve evolved! Who can guess what year the 474N launched? 1951 1963 1970... 1978 This Aussie innovation was our very first standard double powerpoint (with safety shutters and neon indicators). Compare this to our new Iconic Essence: real birch timber with full hand crafted tongue and groove corners. A lot has changed since then! Check out our Iconic Essence range here: https://bit.ly/2YRS4Xv Vintage Australian Electrical #ClipsalSince1920
18.01.2022 Interest in home improvements is rising this year, but most homeowners wouldnt consider electrical upgrades as a priority when making their plans. That doesnt mean they arent interested, they just need some expert guidance. Selling your services might not necessarily be something you were taught when becoming a sparky, so were finding ways to help you recommend upgrades by providing tools and resources on 3 home packages: Upgrade 1 for Decorative Choice offers on-trend... electrical upgrades for the customer who wants their home design to stand out. Upgrade 2 for Energy management offers monitoring and management systems for customers who want their homes to run efficiently. Upgrade 3 for Safety & Protection offers enhanced safety devices for customers who want peace of mind. Keep watching our page for more info on the first of the packages: Decorative Choice. More Trade Talk here: https://bit.ly/2YGoeFx
18.01.2022 Did you know a recently added feature on all our smoke alarms is the memory function using the red LED? This flashes for 72 hours after an alarm has triggered, allowing electricians to easily identify which alarm has triggered in a group of interconnected alarms, so they can check and clean or replace if needed. More on our electrical safety products here: https://bit.ly/3n2UlbY @vmelectrical
18.01.2022 Hundreds of sparkies have already claimed their FREE Iconic Style Design Cards William, a sparky from VIC said he’ll be keeping a set in his van to show customers options and styles on the job, and sparky Trent from QLD said they’re useful for him to upsell my residential customers for their renovations. Get your set before they run out: https://bit.ly/2YGoeFx ... @dcpelectrical
17.01.2022 Thank you everyone for helping us get to the big 10K fans! To celebrate our community reaching 10,000, were giving away 10 of our Clipsal Black Polo Shirts to 10 lucky sparkies. (Plenty of you have been asking about these shirts lately, so therell be more opportunities to win them this month!). To enter, tell us your biggest game-changing idea youd like to see in the electrical industry within the next 5 years Get creative too! Were looking for out-of-the-box ideas her...e to be awarded those polos! Be quick though, ends 4pm AEST Monday 14 September 2020.
17.01.2022 Since 1920, Clipsal continues to stand by sparkies just like father and son duo Peter and Matthew of Mowbray Electrical. Their family business has been operating out of Loxton in the Riverland of SA for over 25 years. Peter said he has been a sparky since 1974 as he had an early fascination with electricity, and never wanted a different career path for himself outside of the electrical industry. Since Peter started as an electrician, his go-to has always been Clipsal and stil...l continues to be today. Matthew joined Mowbray Electrical in 2007, and they currently operate as a team of 5 sparkies. Matthew is planning with Peter to take over the business once Peter retires, but for now, they still enjoy being able to work alongside each other. They both love the variety of work within the region saying it certainly stops them from getting bored. Peter said he loves passing on his knowledge to the younger generations of sparkies he mentors. Peter and Matthew also enjoy the challenge of working things out for their customers. Thanks for the support Mowbray team! #SparkiesOfAus
16.01.2022 How do you exceed your customers expectations? Ensure a smooth handover after installing switches and power points by providing customers with this cleaning care guide. We recommend even co-branding it with your logo and contact details to leave that lasting impression. Download now from Trade Talk: https://bit.ly/2YGoeFx
16.01.2022 Our birthday merch has been a hit, so it’s now here for longer! Club Clipsal members can now grab adult polos, kids t-shirts and backpacks with their Generator Rewards Points. Order yours through the iCat app or the Partner Portal here: https://bit.ly/3iDGFRx
16.01.2022 To celebrate 100 years of Clipsal, we wanted to hear more of your stories as sparkies. Linden Electric Pty Ltd is also celebrating a milestone we hear: 43 years in business! Linden Electric was founded by my father Warren Baker. He completed his apprenticeship with Stowe Electrical and decided to start his own business in 1977 under the foundation of quality, safety, and integrity the same ethos that is shared by the company today. I joined the company in December 2004 af...ter I finished high school. I wasnt quite sure what I wanted to do and my father suggested I complete a trade in what he considered the backbone of the Australian economy. I wont lie, I didnt like it at first. But gradually as I became more integral to the projects that were being completed, there was a certain sense of accomplishment and fulfilment. 15 years later Im still here and enjoying every minute. My father Warren retired 4 years ago with 58 years in the electrical industry. A true milestone and one of the first round of contractors in the Club Clipsal program. #SparkiesOfAus Warren and team in Kellyville, around 1977
15.01.2022 On average for a 3 bedroom home with 2 adults and 2 children, a $500+ quarterly energy bill would benefit with a few extra energy management solutions installed to improve the homeowner’s energy costs. Heating and cooling, pool/spa pumps and lighting are generally the biggest areas of energy usage in the average household. Energy management solutions (like timers, schedulers, dimmers and energy monitoring from the switchboard) would significantly reduce your customer’s ongoing bills, and give you the opportunity to add value while on the job. Give your customers a complementary home energy assessment with our free checklist: https://bit.ly/2YGoeFx
15.01.2022 When it comes to recommending electrical upgrades, it can be hard to know where to start. What kind of customer are you talking to? Whats important to them? What products suit their needs? If youre not sure where to start, try sending this quiz their way. You can run through it with customers in person or even email it ahead of the job. It can help you get a feel for whats important to each customer and how you can add more value to your service. Find the quiz on Trade Talk: https://bit.ly/2YGoeFx
15.01.2022 To all the sparkies in Victoria whove played a part in wiring Melbournes city lights, we know youre going through a tough time and challenging time. If you need support, were here to help. Our Club Clipsal Assure program can give you guidance to help manage mental health in the workplace with access to counselling sessions and other coaching as well. We want our community to know that this program is here for you if you need it, and is available to all Club Clipsal membe...rs based in Victoria from now until October 2020. If its something youre interested in, check out the Partner Portal or contact your state Partner Program Coordinator for details.
14.01.2022 What is the main reason your customers want outdoor motion sensors? 1 Safety (avoiding accidents while moving into the house, knowing when someone is outside) 2 Convenience (lights come on automatically even when hands are full)... 3 Energy saving (it’s only on when needed) 4 Another reason?
14.01.2022 After being an Executive Chef and getting to the top of his career working around the world, Joe from AMP'D Electrical & Solar said he needed a new challenge. Running a kitchen and working in electrical was a smooth transition Joe says, as both roles need you thinking on your feet, working with your hands and handling the heat. Joe loves that every day as a sparky is different, challenging and mostly outdoors. He said to us, What’s not to love about being a sparky on the... Gold Coast! Joe started working with Clipsal from day one of a work trial! I was fitting off houses using Clipsal products and cabling prior to being offered my apprenticeship. Since then I’ve been using Clipsal from the beginning of my own business AMP’D Electrical & Solar in 2013. The notable Clipsal products we all love are the switches. Function and design all in one! #SparkiesOfAus
13.01.2022 We all know that people are the most important part of a successful business. So how do you attract and keep the best talent? Whether you’re hiring apprentices, tradesmen, supervisors or administration roles, learn how to get it right with this free online webinar from PROTRADE United. Topic: How to Hire & Retain Quality Staff in a Shrinking Talent Pool... Tues 24th Nov 6:30pm - 7:30pm AEST Register free here: https://bit.ly/2IDdz8A See more
13.01.2022 Its great to see so many wholesalers getting into the Clipsal 100 year spirit! Heres Theo from Flash Electrical SA. with Clipsal team member Joe at CNW Electrical Kent Town in Adelaide, enjoying the Clipsal Since 1920 festivities. Well done team! Thanks for your support. #ClipsalSince1920
13.01.2022 Being in business since 1920, were proud to have worked side-by-side with family businesses like Linden Electric Pty Ltd. Heres their father and son story. #SparkiesOfAus
13.01.2022 During what continues to be a very challenging time for the trade community, we want to thank you for your hard work, resilience and sense of community this year. Here’s to celebrating and supporting our skilled electrical industry for the new year to come.
12.01.2022 Know your way around a residential switchboard installation? We're looking for 4 sparkies to film their next install on a GoPro and then talk us through your process and insights. Plus, you’ll be able to keep the GoPro. We’re looking to better understand your thought process around switchboard selection and installation. What are your challenges? What are your work arounds? If you’re interested, send us a private message.... @life_done_by_sparkylou
12.01.2022 NECA has released a great summary of the recent Budget announcements for electrical businesses. Here’s some key initiatives: 1 $1.2 billion will go towards wage subsidies to create 100,000 new apprenticeships and traineeships. Eligible employers and Group Training Organisations will receive a wage subsidy of up to 50% of the gross wage paid for new or recommencing apprentices or trainees 2 The JobMaker Hiring Credit initiative encourages businesses to hire younger Austral...ians who are receiving JobSeeker payments payable for up to 12 months, effective immediately 3 With the Instant Asset Write-Off, 99% of businesses can write off the full value of any eligible asset purchased. Available to any business with annual turnover up to $5 billion, and available to June 2022
12.01.2022 Our recent Clipsal Home poll found that 25% of consumers planning to take advantage of the $25K HomeBuilder grant needed help with electrical planning. Were providing our Clipsal Electrical Design Service consultations FREE of charge to consumers who need a helping hand. Want to get your customer involved? Get your customers to book their consultations here: https://bit.ly/2ZCDXFu
11.01.2022 Now here’s a Flashback Friday. Steve from our WA team had these Clipsal Trade Price Lists passed down to him from his father that date from the 1960s through to the 1970s (shown with others right up to our current version). These are a great reminder of our timeline and innovations from our beginnings in Adelaide, 1920. Today, we keep our product catalogue live in the Clipsal iCat app. Have you downloaded it yet?... See iCat app: https://bit.ly/3baAPnY
11.01.2022 What do you know about Bakelite? Reflecting on the last 100 years of electrical innovation, our team thought about the term Bakelite and its history. Its something we still hear today when generally referring to switches and sockets, but does anyone know what it means and how it originated? Bakelite played an important part in the electrical industry by paving the way for contemporary products like our Iconic range.... #ClipsalSince1920 VM Electrical
11.01.2022 As we proudly celebrate our 100th year in 2020, our friends at Hiddlestone Electrics are also marking a century in business. Since 1920, the name Hiddlestone has been synonymous with Subiaco, WA. Their driving force and leader, the late Vern Hiddlestone, had enduring support for Clipsal. He went on to become one of the founding members of Club Clipsal Australia, and supported this by only specifying Clipsal products for all his electrical work. Now led by Verns daughter Nata...lie Hiddlestone, the family and company continue to make huge contributions to the electrical industry and community that Vern always loved and supported. Nats team continues to be a huge advocate for training and mentoring up-and-coming electricians. Over the companys long history, Hiddlestone has employed and signed off on in excess of 40 completed electrical apprenticeships. Read more about the Hiddlestone familys business success story: https://bit.ly/2CE87j8 #SparkiesOfAus Hiddlestone Electrics Pty Ltd Ec1120 / Story National
11.01.2022 Saunders Electrical Group owner and electrician Oliver tells us his tip to add value to customers through safety upgrades.
11.01.2022 Meet Kory from Blackout Electrical Solutions, in Morningside QLD When I was on the tools, I most enjoyed the little successes you would achieve every day, the real small wins of each task, which would all add up to a successful day. The biggest challenge has been coming off the tools, and the transition from tradesman to business owner, and trying to make it all work.... In 2006 I moved to Australia and started using Clipsal for the first time as an employee, and haven't stopped since. Before 2006, I had never used a 413, everything was hardwired, then when I found these I thought Christmas had come early! Currently, enjoying the Clipsal Wiser mechs for lighting and scheduling appliances. Clipsal is quality and I trust the brand! #SparkiesOfAus @bes_pty_ltd
10.01.2022 Occupational license news In 2020, state and federal treasurers agreed to harmonise their laws so that occupational licenses, including electrician licenses, would automatically be recognised nationwide. Now a step closer, mutual recognition of licensing has been announced to start 1 July 2021, which is a huge step to support those in the industry to work freely across Australia.
10.01.2022 Is cashflow a pain point in your electrical business lately? Greg Allan, founder of Electricians Success Academy, talks through some tips to consider if you find yourself in tougher times.
10.01.2022 Depending on which state or territory you’re operating in, the minimum requirement as per the NCC clause 3.7.2.3 is to have one on each storey containing bedrooms, between each part of the dwelling containing bedrooms and where bedrooms are served by a hallway and any other storey not containing bedrooms. In QLD, smoke alarms are required in each room used for sleeping including egress paths from these rooms and on each level of a house. In NSW, TAS and ACT, the minimum req...uirement is one on each level and one located outside a bedroom or group of bedrooms. Keep safety requirements top of mind and use our free Safety Checklist: https://bit.ly/2YGoeFx
09.01.2022 How do busbars help you improve your switchboard installation speed and optimise time on the job? Our Facebook Live had a technical glitch, so lucky we recorded it just in case! Heres Clipsal Offer Manager Vineet Chaudhary talking Busbars Got a question? Ask below for Vineet and team to answer.
09.01.2022 Supporting sparkies like George from Bara Electrical & Services, Perth has been our mission since 1920. George said he finds the flexibility in work environments one of his favourite things about going to work, and also the ongoing development in learning new electrical skills. He finds the biggest challenge in keeping up to date with standards changes. George is part of Club Clipsal, and said the Young Contractor functions have been his favourite events to be able to meet o...ther small electrical business owners and share experiences. He says he continues to back Clipsal not only for the quality, but the support from Clipsal reps and the Technical staff. @baraelectrical
09.01.2022 5 reasons why your customer needs the Zen Fan: It's coastal rated, so it can be placed in outdoor areas even near the beach, or high humidity locations in the northern parts of Australia. The fan offers 5-speed operating control, as well as the ability to run the fan on a timing schedule.... Its timeless design is perfect for modern interiors. Its low-energy DC motor operates on up to 40% less energy than traditional AC fans, while the specific blade shape increases the airflow performance with its unique double deck design. The down-rod will enable the fan to be mounted on rakes or high ceilings for full flexibility (and is a great ergonomic feature for installers). More about Zen Fan & other air movement options: https://bit.ly/3mm8oJE
09.01.2022 #WIN a Clipsal shirt for your little future sparky! Since 1920, we’ve loved seeing electrical businesses grow and get passed onto the next generation. To enter, simply tag another electrician below who needs a shirt for their little future sparky too. We’ve got 5 Clipsal kids t-shirts to giveaway. Be quick though, ends 5pm AEDT 7 October 2020.
08.01.2022 Since 1920 weve been working consistently to bring the latest electrical designs and innovations to Australian sparkies. Today, our Gepps Cross facility in Adelaide has more than 65 engineers developing new products everyday. Heres Iain Wickens, our Offer Development Manager, giving us an inside look. #ClipsalSince1920
08.01.2022 How fast can you install a switchboard with Clipsal SLIM RCBOs and SLIM comb busbars? The sparkies in QLD have been putting themselves to the test in our Beat The Clock competition. The challenge is to do the complete line side connections of a new switchboard as fast as you can using Clipsal Busbars and 12 SLIM RCBOs. Heres Joel from JMC Electrical Contractors at CNW Nerang fitting it off with a lightning fast speed of 2 minutes flat. Fastest time in QLD so far! Want more info on Busbars? Learn more: https://bit.ly/315S4nI
07.01.2022 WA’s Hiddlestone Electrics and Clipsal share the same birthday, having both started in 1920. Now led by Vern’s daughter Natalie, we hear how the business continues to thrive in the industry that Vern always loved and supported. #SparkiesOfAus Hiddlestone Electrics Pty Ltd Ec1120
07.01.2022 Meet Kahlyn, a third year apprentice sparky from Brisbane As a qualified telecommunications tradie, she decided to become a sparky as she wanted to learn more and become more employable. I really love the physicality of the work, and finding new ways to complete different tasks and problem solve. ... Kahlyn says her biggest challenge to date has been experiencing a redundancy during her electrical apprenticeship, making an unpredictable year even harder to navigate. She’s been using Clipsal products for over 9 years, and loved using the Saturn Zen on a recent project. As well as the quality, they always look great. #SparkiesOfAus @sparky_kp
07.01.2022 A big plus about our Wiser Iconic Connected Sockets is that it’s a simple and scalable upsell for sparkies, and double as a great value add for customers conscious about their energy bills. They allow independent switching of each socket outlet via the Wiser Room app 24 hour timer functions, 24/7 scheduling and sunset switch functions Ultra low standby power consumption... Perfect for running lamps, electric blankets, hair straighteners and other plug in appliances Check them out here: https://bit.ly/3ps5UL4
06.01.2022 Our Pro Series has been a game changer for commercial applications. Great to see the team from John R Turk, NSW helping their customers make informed choices with this dynamic display. Good work team! Clipsal Pro Series is a complete solution for commercial projects, with: Protected labeling on all sockets and switches.... Secure skin which cannot be removed without a tool. Full range of over 200 sockets and switches, including twin USB A+A and A+C charger modules with advanced management functions that optimally charge your USB powered device and feature in-built protection mechanisms. 40 mech platform with Bluetooth connectivity that allows for timers, time schedules and multi-way dimming. Find the range here: https://bit.ly/34ST0Mu
05.01.2022 We’re proud to do what we can to support the electrical community during tough times. Here’s how our Club Clipsal Assure program and C-Bus training aimed to help sparkies upskill and maintain their mental health during the recent Victorian lockdown. Read here: https://bit.ly/2HkIxSh
05.01.2022 Add extra value to your customers through safety upgrades Here’s 3 reasons to suggest security lighting on your next job: Up your customer’s peace of mind with increased visibility of their pathways, driveway and garden areas by incorporating security lighting solutions. Have customers personalise their lighting with timers/schedules so they never arrive home in the dark. Great security benefit!... Products like our Sunset switches are ideal for every commercial, residential and industrial application. See our Sunset switches up close: https://bit.ly/3oZafFj
05.01.2022 One of the things we truly enjoy about the electrical industry is chatting to sparkies, and hearing their stories about how they got started. Third year apprentice sparky Lou from QLD shares her experience so far. Id worked in management and customer service for nearly 20 years and was looking for a new challenge. I wanted a qualification of sorts as I had never been to uni. I wanted to be active, and feel like I had actually achieved something while providing financial sta...bility for my family. Also doing something my 3 daughters could be proud of, and show them they can do anything they want in life. After research and speaking to a good friend of mine who was an electrician and mentor in my life, I decided on the electrical trade. It seemed women were becoming more prevalent, capable and respected in the industry, and I also liked that its an industry that is changing and evolving all the time, with plenty to learn going into the future. It was a massive gamble, but it has been the best decision, and Im loving it! I love being outdoors and my "office" is always different. My confidence was a lot different at the start of my apprenticeship. Like I said, I hadnt ever used tools let alone been on a massive construction site! My first day walking onto my first massive construction site of 146 units, not knowing anyone, what to expect, being a girl (which always gets stares) & not knowing what I was doing was probably the scariest, but thrilling thing I have ever experienced. Doing something new with a new tool or something that has no room for error is always a challenge - but a good one! #SparkiesOfAus @life_done_by_sparkylou
05.01.2022 We’re keen to hear what electrical areas you all specialise in? What’s your favourite kind of electrical work to do?
04.01.2022 Have your vote: do you supply Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) to your customers?
04.01.2022 What is Bakelite? Heres Gary Busbridge explaining how the term came about with Dave & Brad, and how its paved the way for new innovations in the electrical industry like the Iconic and Pro Series #ClipsalSince1920
04.01.2022 What extra services can you be offering your residential customers for 2021? We hear from Cameron, electrician and General Manager of Vaccaro Group, Sydney.
04.01.2022 JOIN OUR FACEBOOK LIVE: Talking Busbars on Thursday 30 July How do busbars help you improve your switchboard installation speed and optimise time on the job? Join Clipsal Offer Manager Vineet Chaudhary as he talks Busbars
04.01.2022 This year were proud to sponsor the Master Electricians Australia Electrician of the Year award. Know an awesome sparky who consistently raises the bar with their technical skills, ongoing learning and safety? Nominate them here: https://bit.ly/38YeJET
04.01.2022 Since 1920, Clipsal has stood by sparkies just like Karl from KNP Electrics, Perth. "I always loved hands on work and electrical always interested me. What I love most [about being a sparky] is the versatility, and evolving change in technology. In the electrical industry there is always something new to learn. I started using Clipsal the first day I started as an apprentice. The rep welcomed me to the industry with open arms, and over time the Clipsal team has always made ...me feel like part of the family. Their willingness to adapt and change has always impressed me. Having a product that you can comfortably stand by makes running an electrical company a breeze." Thanks for the support Karl! #SparkiesOfAus @knpelectrics
03.01.2022 We’re hearing good things about our Iconic builder tool to make your job that bit easier. Does your customer want to customise their Iconic? Do they know all the options? Send them this link to have them build their product list for you! You’ll have all the product info to order what you need Find the tool here: https://bit.ly/3oETS0z
03.01.2022 What do you like recommending your customers looking for decorative electrical upgrades? These small touches make a big impact on any space, and present a great business opportunity for sparkies. Here’s how some of you use Clipsal to upgrade your projects.
02.01.2022 Our next podcast ep is live now on Spotify! Jordy chats with Ash Evanson, Clipsal Distribution Channel Manager, and John Blore from electrical wholesaler group Lawrence & Hanson. As their Digital Communications Manager, John shares with us: How 2020 has changed the way sparkies interact with wholesalers What digital opportunities are available to sparkies... How does going digital help save sparkies time & money Are you getting the most out of your wholesaler partnership? Listen on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3duLlIJ Subscribe to the podcast to know when future episodes are coming!
01.01.2022 Do your customers dread their summer energy bill? The first step to reducing energy bills is to understand your energy usage. An upgrade to Wiser Energy will give them the visibility they need to take action. It’ll give them the peace of mind knowing they can track their own home’s electrical consumption direct from their phone, plus avoid any surprises from their future energy bills. It's also a great way to add more value to your jobs and exceed your customers' expectations. More about Energy Management by Wiser here: https://bit.ly/2HXcYhI
01.01.2022 Trade talk: What job management tool do you use? Do you have a dedicated job management system or are you making do with a trusty spreadsheet? Let us know your thoughts!
01.01.2022 Generally running air con for 6+ hours per day will have a significant impact on your customer’s energy bill. You could recommend they put timers in place, and upgrade their switchboard with Wiser Energy so they can keep track of their home’s energy consumption via an app. It’s a great upsell opportunity for you, and gives customers control to save on their energy bills. Want to help your customers avoid energy bill surprises? Read the Energy Management case study on Trade Talk: https://bit.ly/2YGoeFx
