Archived articles - Electrical, lighting, power generation, automation, drives and control

New racking solution for electricians enhances safety and improves working efficiency on Ford Transit Connect

The NICEIC, Sortimo and Ford have jointly developed a racking solution for electricians, illustrating the possibilities on a Transit Connect. The series of plug-in modules require no drilling of the vehicle body. This would help enhance resale values on customer vans as there is no damage from the racking installation or the possibility of unsecured equipment moving around. The durability of the Sortimo fittings means they could also be reused in replacement vans, making them even more cost-effective. “When we were asked to get involved by the NICEIC we were pleased to accept the challenge,... [more]

Menvier Briteway Recessed luminaire provides discreet emergency lighting from a compact fitting

Cooper Lighting has launched the Menvier Briteway Recessed luminaire, which has been designed to provide discreet emergency lighting from a compact fitting using twin high-intensity LED light sources. With an overall diameter of just 63mm and a low profile of 21mm, Briteway Recessed is ideal for use in hospitals, nursing homes, student accommodation, places of entertainment and hotels. The luminaire’s light distribution has been optimised to maximise spacing on escape routes, while the long life and low power consumption of LED technology make it particularly suitable for nightlight or b... [more]

EMEX Power systems provide high battery performance and low running costs for emergency lighting

Emergi-Lite Safety Systems have extended their range of EMEX Power central power supply systems to provide high performance, low maintenance emergency lighting solutions to meet the most stringent design and operational requirements. The EMEX Power modular construction allows users to minimize spares holding locally, moreover any major component can be replaced in approximately 15 minutes, reducing downtime. Miniature circuit breakers – not fuses – are used to give easy correction of overload tripping. Running costs are minimised as EMEX Power operates in a low power mode, so the invert... [more]

UPS systems can help to optimise power availability while reducing energy use

With IT energy consumption up 400% per server rack since 2003, data centre managers are turning to a new generation of uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems to meet demands for high power availability, maximum efficiency and reduced emissions. “Designers have a tough task specifying systems today that will cater for energy needs over the next ten to twenty years,” said Peter Bentley, sales director at Uninterruptible Power Supplies Limited. “Pressure to shrink carbon footprints, plus rising energy costs and an economic slowdown, make this issue all the more pressing.” Solutions to t... [more]

GET fire rated downlighters save energy

With household bills continually on the increase, energy saving products is becoming increasingly important for customers. GET, part of Schneider Electric, has a Low Energy Fire Rated Downlighter range, which is perfect for dark winter nights and lower electricity bills. The Low Energy Fire Rated Downlighters offer superb energy saving styling for any domestic or commercial application. Available in chrome, stainless steel and white finishes they are tested to ensure that the original fire and acoustic rating of the ceiling is maintained after installation. The low energy rating of thes... [more]