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One of the UK’s leading manufacturers of commercial lighting is now using the Clare Safetest Manufacturing electrical safety tester from Seaward to improve the testing of its luminaires during production at its Castle Donington factory. The Safetest performs 500V insulation tests using a DC test voltage which can be used instead of a flash test when required.
Raychem has introduced FrostGuard, its new energy efficient heating cable kit to stop condensing boilers drainage pipes freezing. Cold temperatures can result in a major increase in frozen condensate drainage pipes and if the pipe is blocked it can stop the condensate flowing away causing the boiler to shut off, just when it’s needed most.
Over 50,000 metres of Prysmian FP200 Gold and FP600S have been installed in the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, part of the National Indoor Sports Arena and Velodrome (NISA) in Glasgow. Christopher Allen, operations director of FES, the electrical contractor for the project explained: “We used Prysmian’s FP200 Gold and FP600S to supply essential services within the Velodrome including the emergency lighting, fire alarms and the PA system.”
The new catalogue from Megaman UK provides a wealth of information on the company’s recently launched energy saving lighting solutions. Available in hard copy or to download online, the catalogue introduces many new features including a 6W MR16 with special warm colour temperature option, 7W Crown Silver, Pateia LED ceiling panel and the 8W Classic smooth dimming LED.
The Guard Dog range of cable protectors from Lewden Electrical Industries has been used throughout auxiliary areas at Silverstone Circuit to protect mains cables from any potential hazards and make them safer for pedestrians.
Major solar businesses face a grim future after Monday's announcement the government will slash solar subsidies for projects registered after 12 December.
Emitex has introduced to its range new floor standing data cabinets. The range is available from 27U to 47U in both 600mm x 600mm and 800mm x 800mm sizes.
As well as providing an extensive range of industry-standard domestic fans, wholehouse ventilation and heat recovery products, Addvent offers solutions for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications. For smaller commercial premises such as shops, restaurants and offices Addvent have a comprehensive range of 230mm (9”) and 300mm (12”) wall/ceiling and window fans in standard, pullcord, manual pullcord and automatic shutter options.
Energy conscious consumers will be pleased to learn dramatic energy savings can be achieved when using LED alternatives to fluorescent or incandescent lighting. The new photocell controlled external bulkhead boasts a thrifty power consumption of less than 4 Watts, 15 times more efficient than the 60 Watt incandescent alternative. Couple this with the extra long lifespan of LED lamps and you have a true ‘fit & forget’ welcome light, which will provide years of maintenance free service.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) has launched an e-forum for mechanical and electrical contractors who want to keep up to date and share their questions and expertise in the area of microgeneration and renewables. Paul Reeve, head of safety and environment at the ECA, said: “The e-forum has already proved to be a powerful tool for discussing policy and practice across the full range of renewable and low carbon measures. Since we launched the forum in mid-September, over 200 registered members have joined. Both members, and the ECA team, are learning daily from each other’s experience and expertise.
