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Siemens Smart Infrastructure’s building products KNX/DALI gateway N 141 and the switch/dim actuator 2x DALI Broadcast N 525D11, as well as the Desigo PXC3 controller, were recently certified under the new DALI-2 communication protocol standard for lighting in buildings. DALI-2 is an update to the original Digital Addressable Lighting Interface (DALI) protocol and facilitates interoperability and control for LED drivers. Application integration Customers can choose between soluti...

A new generation of touch voltage detectors with a built-in lamp. Acquisition system with high-speed data processing microcontroller. Providing maximum reliability in areas where there are complex electrical fields. Lamp in the top part with high-brightness, low-consumption LEDs, for use in dark places Lamp use is independent of the detection Voltage present indicator using multiple high-brightness red LEDs over 360° and buzzer-type intermittent acoustic signal Absence of voltage indic...

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...

SPECTRA is a compact electronic detector that detects voltage by direct contact. It indicates to the operator whether there is an electric field and guarantees that the work area is safe at all times. It indicates the presence of voltage by means of LED lamps while also emitting an intermittent acoustic signal. It can be used indoors thanks to the integrated insulating telescopic pole and outdoor in a dry environment. It works with two AAA batteries. Compact electronic detector Technical Spec...

Sofamel has announced the release of the PV0/6 Voltametric Poles for Low and MV networks. The capabilities of the PV0/6 Voltametric Poles include a phase comparator function and a voltage meter function. Product Specifications  High voltage measurement from 0 V to 6 kV. Triple indication of phase discrimination through OLED screen display, LED indicators and different phase warning via a buzzer. Navigation between work modes using push button. Visual indication of battery level. Ind...

Marie Parry, Marketing Director, Scolmore Group, looks at the growing Smart Lighting sector and the opportunities it presents to specifiers, architects, and installers. Projected to exceed US$47 billion by 2020, the global lighting industry has come a long way from the on/off-world to energy-efficient lighting and adaptive lighting to the current connection or smart-lighting era. Growth in the lighting market In the UK, the lighting market was estimated to be worth around £2 billion...

ABT-CT insulation piercing connectors can be used for all types of LV-ABC conductors, as well as connections in the service line system, building electrical system, and public lighting system. ABT-CT can be easily installed by tightening the bolts to force the teeth to penetrate the insulation of the main line and the tap line simultaneously. Peeling of insulation on both lines is avoided. It is made from polyamide 6.6 with fibreglass. Saw-shaped tabs are made from brass with a tin-plated finis...

Once more Sofamel has catered to and satisfied its customers’ demand, by developing a new range of telescopic poles. This new range arrives up to 11, 80 mts. Its innovation is focused on the new system of fixing the extendable sections. The new range of telescopic poles also feature an easy handle, in order to make it possible to extend each section at the point that is required.

Scolmore Group continues to develop the lighting side of its business and the second edition of the OVIA Lighting Catalog introduces a raft of new additions to its comprehensive product lineup.   More than 70 pages of new LED products have been added, testimony to the company’s commitment to developing the OVIA brand and creating solutions for all low-energy lighting requirements.  LED downlight The launch of Inceptor in 2020 brought to the market the industry’s...

In the last few decades, carbon dioxide emissions have increased dramatically as a result of burning fossil fuels for energy generation, causing damage that is difficult to repair. This has led to greener solutions being sought as a way to protect the planet. One such solution is solar energy, which is renewable, inexhaustible, and non-polluting. Sofamel has developed everything required for the connection, safety, and optimization of a photovoltaic installation. It supplies the customers with...

In many countries, arc flash incidents are one of the leading causes of death or injury for electrical technicians. Given that more than half of all risks and injuries related to arc flashes affect the area above the neck, Sofamel has created different hoods that provide extremely effective personal protection: the Armour-1, Armour-2, and Armour-2 ATPV36. Armour-1 With a clear polycarbonate shield for low-intensity arc flashes Armour-1 provides adequate protection for class 1 as defined by t...

Click Scolmore's award-winning Fumagalli lighting collection has been extended to include a range of bulkhead fittings. Manufactured with the unique resin formulation used in all Fumagalli products, the new bulkheads offer the same lifetime guarantee against corrosion. An IP66 rating means they have the versatility to be used across a range of outdoor or indoor settings, including bathrooms, wet rooms, and swimming pool areas. Installations and color availability Backlit versions of the ran...

Low energy GX53 downlighters are available from CLICK Scolmore to provide a solution for installations where ceiling recess depth is limited. The fitting has been designed exclusively for use with the energy-efficient 13W GX53 lamp, which meets the requirements of Part L of the Building Regulations about the installation of low-energy luminaires. Available in 2 different recess depths, the fittings are available as fixed or adjustable luminaires in white, polished chrome, or satin chro...

Following the success of its original push-in connector system introduced in 2008 and regularly achieving monthly sales of 40,000, Click Scolmore has developed this product into a whole range and in doing so, brings to market the industry’s most cost-effective Hub system. Providing installers with a quick and easy solution when adding lighting or appliances to an existing circuit, the Hub CT300C is designed to take 3 or 4 pin plug-in connectors and can be connected directly to another...

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 has been supplying its Mode antiviral and antibacterial molded white wiring accessories since 2006. Over the years, the company has continued to develop its collection of wiring accessories, which are specially suited for the demanding needs of the healthcare sector, with a focus on hygiene, safety, and security.  A new Medical Solutions brochure has now been produced, which collates all these products into one place, in order to provide a comprehensive guide for contractors,...

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...

With so many changes and updates to the regulations that affect the electrical industry, everyone in the chain must keep up to date with the latest requirements. When it comes to adequate protection for ventilation equipment, not all manufacturers are installing internal fuses to protect the equipment. Instead, they are stating in their installation literature that the fan requires overload protection via a 1, 3, or 5 Amp fuse.   17th Edition regulation (134.1.1 of BS7671:200...

Scolmore International has introduced new microwave sensor technology to its range of Fumagalli LED bulkhead fittings - bringing an enhanced, tamper-proof design to the market.  The Lucia and Maddi bulkheads will benefit from this cutting-edge technology which will allow instant illumination when night falls and automatic turn off when the light levels have increased or motion detection depending on which mode has been selected. Shockproof, rust, and corrosion free Because the sensor...

Having launched one of the most efficient replacements for the 60W incandescent with its Energetic SMD LED 11W A60 lamp, Scolmore has continued to develop its SMD technology and the latest advancements mean the company is able to offer new dimmable options. LED dimmable versions There are currently SMD LED dimmable versions of the 60W and 40W replacement lamps and the company promises there are more to come. The new 60W replacement dimmable option offers 806 lumens with a 12W lamp and the...

Scolmore Group is expanding its wiring accessories offer with the introduction of a range of durable, easy-to-install weatherproof boxes designed to offer a high level of protection against ingress of water jets and dust. Launched under the trade name Aquip66, the range comprises one and two gangs double pole switched socket enclosures, plus one and two-gang, two-way switch plates which all come as completely sealed units and are supplied in a choice of furnished and unfurnished options. W...

With a reputation for listening to its customers and keeping up to date with the very latest trends for interior decorating, Scolmore has introduced a brand new finish to its popular Definity Screwless Wiring Accessory range. A Matt Black finish has been added to the existing range, which brings the number of decorative cover plates available to a total of six, which also includes Stainless Steel, Brushed Steel, Polished Chrome, Red, and White. screwless, push-fit faceplate Each Definity...

With its Inceptor and Inceptor Micro fire-rated, integrated LED downlights enjoying huge success in the marketplace, Scolmore Group has introduced an adaptor plate that will allow the Inceptor fittings to be retrofitted to existing downlight cutouts up to 120mm opening up yet more application opportunities. The adaptor plate is ideal for replacing an older, bigger fitting, or suitable where the hole may have been cut too big. It is available in chrome, satin chrome, and white to match the I...

Continually striving to bring the best-performing products to market, Scolmore launches the latest version of its innovative Inceptor integrated LED downlight – Inceptor Max – an even more powerful and more energy-efficient update, that meets the latest industry standards. When the most recent amendments to Part L Building regulations came into play in April 2014, the focus was on energy-saving lighting solutions. The amendments require new-build homes to be 6 percent more efficie...

Light-emitting diodes have been around for years.  But within the past decade, LED’s have gone from being simple indicators on electrical devices to brilliant white light sources capable of illuminating colossal spaces. Marie Parry of the Scolmore Group looks at the latest developments within LED lighting. The pace and performance of LED lighting continue to accelerate. The market has grown beyond single color and color-changing applications into general illumination applications for...

Providing contractors with quick and easy installation solutions is one of Scolmore’s core strengths and the ‘Ezylink’ Dry Lining Box connector is another example of how a simple, unassuming product can overcome basic installation problems on site. Ezylink connectors ‘Ezylink’ is a clever little product that very simply will connect the most combination of the CLICK dry lining boxes, allowing installers to achieve the neatest installation of cavity boxes in as...

Scolmore Group continues to strengthen its reputation as a leading player in the lighting sector and its latest development sees the addition of six new LED lamps to its OVIA Lighting collection. With the rapid advancement in lighting technology continuing to drive the market from CFL to LED solutions, and keen to listen to its customers’ needs, Scolmore researched with its wholesale customers to get an insight into the demand for LED lamps. The top-line results show that reliability an...

The latest addition to Scolmore’s New Media collection promises a faster, more powerful charging option for portable electronic devices – tablets, smartphones (including iPhone6), cameras, and E-readers – which it has come to rely on. USB charger features  The new 2A USB Charger Single Module replaces the original 1A version to offer a host of additional features and benefits. It allows 20 Watts of charging from a single wall plate and is the only charger available tha...

The latest addition to Scolmore Group’s Mode wiring accessories collection is the new range of Wide Rocker Switches which has ease of use as its main benefit. The easily visible wide rockers make them the ideal choice for assisted living installations and to aid with Part M compliance.  There are three versions available – 1-gang, 2-gang, and 3-gang – all offering concealed screws for improved aesthetics, and all benefiting from the standard features inherent with the...

At the forefront of all major developments in the wiring accessories sector, Scolmore Group announces the launch of an innovative new socket that is targeted at the growing assisted living sector. Mode Locating Plug Socket The new Mode Locating Plug Socket has been designed to assist people with impaired vision or poor hand-to-eye coordination to more easily insert a plug into a socket.  The contoured shape of the front plate guides the earth pin into position, and it is this plug gu...