Low Voltage Cabling News

It is of vital importance that operators make use of the pertinent personal protective equipment in perfect conditions to prevent electrocution, burns due to contact or electric arc, and even death. Dielectric gloves are an essential personal protective element that protects workers from a possible electric shock during direct or indirect contact with a live point.  Personal protective element Dielectric gloves are used for performing tasks involving low and medium-voltage electric lines...

Megger are pleased to announce that they have acquired the BALTO product line from STEVO Electric bvba (Belgium). The BALTO products, continually developed since their launch in 2003, are used to test the operation of DC high-speed electrical circuit breakers.  Acquisition of BALTO products These circuit breakers provide protection to equipment and are frequently found in DC traction, rail and underground transportation, where their reliable operation is critical to maintaining safe opera...

Scolmore has confirmed that it recently threatened court action against LGA, the distributor of the \\\’Selectric\\\’ brand of products. Paul Dawson, Group Commercial Manager of Scolmore stated as follows \\\"Scolmore has, for a number of years, sold metal plate accessories under its ’Deco’ branding. We have popularised this brand, invested a great deal in it, and made it our own. We recently discovered that LGA had been advertising metal plate products by reference to a...

A new 20-page brochure showcasing the very latest additions to Click Scolmore’s growing wiring accessories and lighting product ranges is currently available. Indoor and outdoor solutions More than 60 products have been added to the overall lighting collection with both indoor and outdoor solutions catered for. The indoor lighting sections offer a range of innovative LED wall lights including a Mini Up or Down Light, Cube Wall Light, and an Up and Down Light.  Flameguard Energet...

Scolmore International continues to develop its Energetic low energy lighting offer, with the addition of a brand new collection of LED lamps that incorporate the very latest SMD (surface mounted diode) technology. There are two new ranges, SMD Economy and SMD Performance, each designed to bring to the market lower cost, superior quality LED lamps. Increased light output and energy savings SMD’s are the new generation of LED lighting enabling manufacturers to produce lamps that of...

14-year-old Jack Morris was born with a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy called central core myopothy and in his short life, he has had 19 operations to try to correct the symptoms of this disorder, including severe scoliosis and displacement of the hips. His mother, Helen Morris has always been his rock and his elder brother, Daniel Morris his best friend. He has managed to remain cheerful, after spending months in hospital and is in a mainstream school studying for his GCSEs, but as Jack g...

Scolmore has expanded its wiring accessories range to include 13A 2-gang socket outlets with integrated Type A and Type C USB charging ports, to meet growing demand and developments in the market for charging solutions. By integrating both Type A and Type C on the same socket, the range will have broader functionality and cover charging options for the widest possible range of devices that now use different sized ports.  Integrated Type A, Type C USB charging ports Used independently...

Another installer-inspired product has been added to Scolmore’s state-of-the-art wiring accessories range, a pre-manufactured plate, which combines a 3 Pole Fan Isolator module, alongside a 3A Fuse. Installers have already let Scolmore know via the company’s technical support lines and at many of the trade shows that they attend, how much they love the existing fan isolation switch and fused connection unit, which they make up on the MiniGrid plate. Combined 10A fan isolator with...

With the latest changes to Part L1 Building Regulations coming into force in October 2010 - requiring that a minimum of 75% of light fittings in new dwellings must be low energy - installers are increasingly looking to manufacturers and suppliers for products that will help them meet these new regulations. Click Scolmore’s latest product development brings together a 6W LED Reflector lamp from its new Energetic range, with its award-winning FlameGuard downlighter, to produce lighting solu...

Aggreko, the global provider of mobile, modular energy solutions, has conducted an industry-wide survey with 859 participants to understand what the energy market will look like in the next decade. Survey details  The survey, conducted in October 2021, highlights that the shift to renewables will be a transition rather than an overnight change, with 83% of respondents believing fossil fuels will still have a role to play in the energy mix for the next 10 years. These fuels will work alon...

Proposals for a new solar farm across farmland south of the M20 and northeast of Aldington will be the subject of a second public consultation from Tuesday, 26 October to Monday, 29 November 2021. The proposed East Stour Solar Farm is being brought forward by EDF Renewables UK. It has the potential to generate up to 49.9MW of renewable electricity, enough to meet the equivalent needs of approximately 17,000 homes in the Borough of Ashford every year. Second public consultation This second pub...

The Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers' Association (IEEMA) - the apex association of the Indian electrical equipment manufacturing industry, is pleased to announce Mr. Vipul Ray, the Managing Director of Elmex Controls Ltd as the new President of IEEMA, for the year 2021-2022. Vipul Ray took over at the Annual General Meeting of the Association. Office Bearers - Mr. Rohit Pathak, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Birla Copper (Hindalco Industries Limited) and Mr. Hamza Arsiwa...

Kwasi Kwarteng, UK Business and Energy Secretary, and Jonathan Brearley, Ofgem’s Chief Executive have issued a joint statement - “The recent increase in wholesale global gas prices continues to be a cause of concern for consumers, businesses and energy suppliers across the UK. We want to be clear that this is not an issue of supply – the United Kingdom benefits from having a diverse range of gas supply sources with capacity that can more than meet demand.” The joint stat...

Adequate grid connections and grid-scale energy storage is needed to increase investor confidence and help the Asia Pacific (APAC) region to deliver reliable, affordable and clean energy. This is one of the findings from a new report that explores the opportunities and challenges that will impact the emergence of utility-scale, grid-connected energy storage systems (ESS) in the region. DNV report, ‘Energy Storage in the Asia Pacific Region’ Grid-connected energy storage systems ca...

Gephart was hired by Mortenson Construction for the demolition and renovation of approximately 57,500 SF of the basement, second, and third floors as well as portions of the sub-basement and fourth floor. The scope of work New Building Electrical Service and Distribution New Lighting & Lighting Control New Branch Power New Voice/Data New Fire Alarm New Access Control & CCTV New Soundmasking System Electrical Connection to New Mechanical Equipment ndustrial and Systems Engin...

Gephart will once again be working alongside longtime partner RJM Construction for the renovation of the 1010 Strutwear Building in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Originally known as the Strutwear Knitting Company Building, this former hosiery factory which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, will be repurposed into a new apartment building. In total, the 10-story, 261,457 SF building will have 172 apartments, office space, and retail space. The adjacent parking ramp and building co...

A trend-setting project on climate protection has now been launched by three traditional companies along the Rhine and Ruhr, in Germany. It is planned to supply industrial waste heat from thyssenkrupp Steel to the König brewery through a new steam transfer line managed by E.ON, in order to provide the thermal energy required for the brewery processes. E.ON signs long-term cooperation agreement For this purpose, waste heat steam from steel production at thyssenkrupp Steel’s Ruhrort...

Building work is currently underway on the ward to replace the old dormitory-style accommodation with single bedrooms. A range of other improvements are in progress including a new activity hub (featuring a gym, sensory room, therapy kitchen, and office); a waiting room and suite for patients’ mental health tribunal hearings; staff restroom; TV lounge, and a multi-faith room.  To enhance the team’s ability to provide safe and comfortable patient care, a simple lighting control...

Axpo and IWB are jointly implementing the largest alpine solar plant in Switzerland. The partners will install and commission the pioneering 2.2 MW Muttsee dam project in the summer of 2021. Supermarket chain - Denner will draw on the solar electricity it produces for 20 years. Originally initiated by Axpo, the large-scale alpine solar plant on the Muttsee dam is now the ‘AlpinSolar’ cooperative project, by Denner, Axpo and IWB. The two energy companies - Axpo and IWB are establishi...

The Annual Shareholders’ Meeting of the Essen-based energy company - E.ON has supported the Management’s path to greater sustainability with a large majority. Among other things, it approved the new compensation system for the Board of Management. It sets an incentive for successful and sustainable corporate management and ties the compensation of Board of Management members to the short-term and long-term development of the company. E.ON Sustainability Index Sustainability target...

One of the world’s renowned suppliers of plastic packaging solutions, Berry Global, Inc. will soon be powering its plants located in Spain, with climate-friendly solar electricity, under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) signed with Axpo Iberia (Axpo). The U.S.-based company - Berry Global, Inc. will be supplied with electricity over a ten-year period from a new 50 MW plant, which is to be built by Spanish project developer - Solaria. Due for completion by the end of 2021, the new 50 MW pl...

A versatile lighting control system from CP Electronics’ RAPID range has been installed at Buildings I & II at the Cambridge Science Park. Founded in 1970 by Trinity College Cambridge, the Cambridge Science Park is home to over 100 companies employing 7000 people developing life-enhancing products and services. Enjoying a prominent position at the entrance to the Park, and offering over 200,000 sq. ft. of ‘Cat A’ office and R&D space, Buildings I & II are the last...

A new guide provides assistance and recommendations on how to best specify cable containment systems to improve electrical safety in buildings in the event of a fire. Free to download, it explains how to create a cable pathway through a building while navigating the current standards landscape. electrical installation standards From 1 January 2019, UK electrical installation standards require all wiring systems within a building 'Creating Cable Pathways' guide is published by Legrand UK and...

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has acted as technical consultant to Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC), during the development of the Sudair 1.5 GW solar PV project. DNV supported SPPC for over two years with a scope of work that included preparation of project protocol documents, setting the technical conditions of the project, such as project grid interconnection requirements, technical aspects of the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) and the transmission connecti...

Infinitum Electric, the creator of the breakthrough air-core motor, announces $40 million in Series C funding to scale production of its ultra-high-efficiency, lightweight motors. The investment will be used to expand the production of the company’s IEs Series motors for commercial and industrial applications and complete the development of its IEm Series motors for the rapidly growing electric vehicle market. Energy Innovation Capital led the round with Infinitum Electric’s existin...

RECOM announces the RACM1200-V baseplate-cooled fan-less power supply with 1200W peak power capability and industrial plus medical certification. RECOM is extending its portfolio with a Europe-designed and manufactured baseplate-cooled, highly efficient power supply series, designated RACM1200-V. The compact, single output AC/DC converters are just 228 x 96.2 x 40mm (9” x 3.8” x 1.6”) in size and can deliver 1000 watts continuously with the baseplate held to 80°C while 120...

Pulse Power and Measurement Limited (PPM) and BAE Systems have announced that BAE Systems has acquired Pulse Power and Measurement Limited, an independent developer and manufacturer of high-end electronics. PPM’s technology has the potential to increase the speed and ease of sharing large volumes of data over a network, giving users greater ability to exploit that data. As volumes of data grow, this ability is crucial to give military and security customers an information advantage. Acqu...

DNV GL, the globally renowned assurance and risk management company, will combine its current Oil & Gas and Power & Renewables businesses into one new business area, called Energy Systems. The move will better reflect the emerging energy future, which will see renewables take a greater share of the energy mix and decarbonization become a major focus. Energy Systems Energy Systems, which will start operating from February 1, 2021, will provide certification, advisory and digital monito...

The E.ON Board has decided to sign the Terra Carta, which was unveiled during the One Planet Summit in Paris, France. The Terra Carta was initiated by HRH The Prince of Wales. He is calling on CEOs (Chief Executive Officers) from around the world to engage and play their part in leading the global transition towards a sustainable future. Terra Carta or Earth Charter The Terra Carta, or Earth Charter, derives its name from the 800-year-old Magna Carta in England The Terra Carta, or Earth Char...

On December 27, 2020, the world's first UHV hybrid multi-terminal HVDC transmission project, the Kunliulong project, with several core equipment provided by NR, was successfully put into operation. The Kunliulong project is an important project to implement the West to East power transmission and absorb clean energy in China. It is also a major science and technology pilot project in the power industry. green and clean hydropower The Kunliulong project will build a new ± 800kV UHVDC tr...