News

Emergency lighting and in particular, escape route lighting and markings are perhaps the most neglected aspect in adherence to regulatory requirements in buildings.  Research over the past two years on a national basis clearly illustrates the majority of installations falling short of complying to compulsory National Building Regulations. More worrying, is the lack or misunderstanding of the requirements of the Regulations. This being the case in both the private and public sectors. Many building owners seem to be under the impression...

Air Circuit Breaker - IZMX/INX series Eaton's IZMX/INX series meet the needs of low-voltage energy distribution and the increased demands with new materials and a modified construction. The compact sizes minimize non-revenue generating floor space and make higher demands on the integrated components. Two compact sizes facilitate smaller switch panels. The modular design and common accessories allow for easy panel and switch board integration.  The series offers a high degree of functionality and communication capability with impressiv...

EasyPact CVS Part of Easy Series Molded-case circuit breakers (MCCB) with adjustable settings, rated from 16 to 630 A, ideal for applications in small to medium-sized buildings. The EasyPact CVS range is the easy choice for quality and value. Designed to meet the requirements of the majority of common protection applications in medium-sized buildings, the new EasyPact CVS circuit breakers deliver a level of performance and cost-saving functionality that is unusual in their price range. Features: 1. Rated current from 100 t...

In this article, we unpack industrial generators by giving an overview of their components, benefits, power requirements, and selection & sizing criteria. Industrial Generators An industrial generator is a versatile and robust piece of equipment that is recommended for several types of industries. During a power failure, generators can be relied upon to provide electricity, even for demanding applications across all sectors. Industrial generators are designed and manufactured to operate as a continuous power source in the absence of power, or in le...

In Part 1...

On machines or in automated processes, signal towers are important visual aids for controlling complex processes. In emergency situations, they serve as visual or acoustic warning devices. They can be flexibly designed with continuous, flashing, strobe and all-round light as well as acoustic elements. Whether in modular or compact design - they are easy to install and extremely resistant to shock and vibration. Optional communication options with AS-Interface or IO-Link enable digital connection and diagnostics. Thanks to their professiona...

In previous articles, we introduced you to the different types of batteries – lead acid vs lithium ion. Did you know that another differentiator of batteries is their voltage? In this article, we give an overview of high voltage batteries, their applications and how they fare against low voltage batteries.   What are High Voltage Batteries? A high voltage battery has a relatively higher energy density when com...

We’re running a NEW series on Power Management. In Part 1, we gave an overview of what a power management system is. In Part 2, we dig into the benefits of improving power system performance using power management systems. How does a power management system help your facility? The newest power and energy management systems...

What are the ways that intelligent solutions are helping facility teams optimize power and energy performance, whilst meeting business and sustainability goals? In this NEW series, we start Part 1 with an overview of what a power management system is, and how it helps optimize uptime and efficiency... Why do you need to manage your power? The answer is simple. It is because electrical systems are getting more complex. There are more loads and processes that are more power sensitive. There are more types of loads and more types of distri...

Smart variable speed drive from 0.18 to 11kW (0.25 to 15Hp) With the booming demands from industrial users emerging from the digitisation of their manufacturing process, OEMs need versatile industrial solutions which can be easily integrated into hybrid automation systems. The Altivar™ Machine ATV320 represents safety, reliability, and simplicity. With our robust design standards and global certifications, ATV320 is a great solution that can help reduce installation costs and enhance machine performance. It also allows users to extend a machine's lifecycle in terms of installation and service....