TECC enjoys successful lift-off with Apollo PAT Test kits
Investment in the latest appliance testing technology is helping a specialist electrical contracting business to introduce dedicated company-wide testing protocols and standards as part of a nationwide expansion programme. Formerly known as South West PAT Test, the electrical contracting company started in 2006 by Managing Director Peter McCallum has recently rebranded as The Electrical Compliance […]
Retrotouch launches its first EnOcean smart light switches
Retrotouch, the innovative UK switch and socket brand, has created its first range of EnOcean smart switches, providing a beautifully-designed switch solution for the EnOcean eco-system. In both commercial or residential settings, Retrotouch EnOcean switches can either be fitted to replace an existing light switch, or stuck on any wall, wherever’s most convenient for everyday […]
Punch – great value in a classic design
Thorn Lighting’s new Punch luminaire has been designed to provide efficient, versatile lighting for offices and education establishments, as well as many other applications. Thanks to the special louvre optic, the light is directed to the task area in an effective way. Its direct light, which can also be combined with indirect light, creates a […]
SFP launches new guide to business survival
SFP, the restructuring and turnaround group, has published a new free Guide to Business Survival with a number of remedies to help electrical businesses navigate through the current crisis. The Guide to Business Survival is set up in three clear stages of keeping or getting a business back on track. Part One explores the […]
Amber Solutions’ Energy Traffic Controller promises efficiency and stablilty
Amber Solutions has announced the latest innovative design to leverage its technology — a solid-state based Energy Traffic Controller with embedded intelligence that enables on-the-fly switching of building electricity sources. The new capability relies on the company’s breakthrough digital control of electricity to provide state-of-the-art electricity management. “Amber’s solid-state upgrade to 1950’s-era building electrical is […]
New frontiers in self-healing power systems to boost network reliability
Thousands of homes and businesses across the South East and East of England will have better power supplies thanks to the latest self-healing power systems. Britain’s biggest electricity network operator, UK Power Networks, is rolling out Primary Outage Restoration Tool (PORT) software, developed with GE Digital, which reconnects supplies faster via healthy alternative circuits following […]
Eaton launches advanced digital MCCB platform to evolve infrastructure
Power management company Eaton has launched its most advanced digital moulded case circuit breaker (MCCB) in the UK. Combining IoT connectivity, maximum onsite safety, predictive maintenance and Class 1 energy metering in one compact smart device, Eaton’s digital NZM MCCB platform has been designed to enable building digitisation and decarbonisation. Prepare for the energy transition […]
Signify and Innovative Bioanalysis validate Signify’s UV-C lighting
Signify together with Innovative Bioanalysis have conducted research that validates the effectiveness of UV-C disinfection upper air luminaires on the inactivation of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The UV-C disinfection upper air luminaires inactivated 99.99% of SARS-CoV-2 in the air of a room within 10 minutes, and the virus was below detectable levels at […]
Inceptor Slate Backlit TP(a) rated backlit panel lights from Ovia
The Inceptor Slate Backlit from Ovia is a range of TP(a) rated backlit panel lights with a low <19 UGR diffuser, making them suitable for a range of installations and working environments. With its pre-wired push-fit 3-Pole Flow connector making for quick and easy installation, it is proving a very popular choice with contractors. TP(a) […]
Schneider Electric extends 3-phase Easy UPS 3L from 250 kVA
Schneider Electric has announced it has extended Easy UPS 3L from 250 kVA to 600 kVA (400V) with the addition of 250, 300, and 400 kVA 3-phase Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPSs) for external batteries. Available in most countries, the Easy UPS 3L simplifies and streamlines configuration and service, delivering high availability and predictability to medium […]