Heat pumps and EVs could become central to life within a decade
An electric heat pump revolution could be firmly established within a decade, according to new research published by UK Power Networks. The electricity firm forecasts that by 2030 there could be over 700,000 electric heat pumps across London, the East and South East, as well as up to 4.5 million EVs. These are among 1.6 […]
Schneider Electric presents its EasyPact EXE vacuum circuit breakers
Schneider Electric presents the EasyPact EXE, part of the EasyPact series family. This addition of Schneider Electric’s medium voltage circuit breaker portfolio offers greater ‘safety, flexibility and a simple to use solution’ for commercial buildings, industrial plants and utilities. “In today’s fast and connected environment, panel builders will be looking at ways to be more flexible […]
‘Simplicity taken to a new level’
Diffusalux from Thorn Lighting is a ‘stylish, robust, high-performance’ replacement for conventional battens. The luminaire’s curved opal diffuser is made from tough polycarbonate and provides ‘high quality lighting control’, explains Thorn. The internal diffuser features a distinctive ridged pattern that ensures soft, uniform illumination and its wide body make it ideal for refurbishment projects. Diffusalux […]
Scolmore in the smart home market
Having enjoyed success with its smart wiring accessories range, Scolmore Group has developed a new range of smart home products under the Click Smart+ brand. The Click Smart+ range utilises Zigbee technology. This requires the Click Smart+ Hub to communicate with each other using a mesh network which creates multiple pathways for the connection of […]
Domus Ventilation launches next gen MVHR systems
Domus Ventilation has launched its next generation HRXE Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) units for a wider range of residential properties. HRXE-HERA and HRXE-AURA MVHR systems combine supply and extract ventilation in one system. They recover the heat typically lost in waste, stale air and use it to temper the fresh air drawn […]
Helvar launches ActiveAhead Node Sense Generation 2
Helvar is excited to launch further developments of its self-learning, wireless lighting solution – Helvar ActiveAhead Node Sense Generation 2. The company is also launching the ActiveAhead Adapter DA, which builds upon the ActiveAhead capabilities to DALI luminaires, further supporting the scale of wireless luminaires. ActiveAhead recently won ‘Controls Product of the Year’ at the […]
Hanwha Techwin launches Wisenet Public View Monitors
A new range of Wisenet Public View Monitors (PVMs) equipped with a built-in SSL connected 2-megapixel camera have been introduced to help retailers deter fraudsters and shoplifters. Offering a choice of 10in, 27in and 32in monitors, the 3 new PVMs are designed to be located at store entrances, shopping aisles, till points or self-checkout pay […]
Flexicon’s unique Connectabox circular junction box
Flexible conduit systems manufacturer, Flexicon, has launched Connectabox, a weatherproof, IP68/IP69 circular connection box. It provides a faster and simpler way to interconnect circuits and wiring assemblies, while offering superior cable protection for external environments. Connectabox has been designed to protect safety and performance-critical cabling and to simplify cable management. The 110mm, round junction box […]
ESP develops its contactless door access range with infrared
The latest addition to ESP’s Aperta range of access control products is an infrared contactless exit button, which offers a hygienic solution to unlocking doors when combined with a door access system. Rather than relying on access cards, lanyards and buttons, users can exit a building simply by waving their hand over the touchless sensors. […]
New PULS controller offers smart diagnosis’ and battery monitoring
PULS Power has announced the availability of their new UB40.241 40A rated DIN-Rail mounted controller for uninterruptible power supply systems. The new model is now the most powerful UPS controller in PULS’s range which already includes a variety of models currently providing up to 20A capacity. In combination with a 24Vdc power supply and an […]