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Eaton Launches New White Paper on the ErP Directive:  Optimising Energy Efficiency with the Right Drive Solution
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Eaton Launches New White Paper on the ErP Directive: ...

Power management company Eaton is offering its customers a new whitepaper that illustrates the challenges...

Crabtree expertise benefits circuit protection
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Crabtree expertise benefits circuit protection

Crabtree’s range of circuit protection and control products includes a comprehensive range of distribution...

Must-have catalogue from Wylex helps installers insure against transients.
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Must-have catalogue from Wylex helps installers insure...

Wylex has published a catalogue of Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) that includes advice on, BS7671...

National Rules for Electrical Installations
RECI
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National Rules for Electrical Installations

4th Edition ET101:2008 Guidelines for Certification of Electrical Installations that were begun before 30th...

An answer to metal cable theft
ADAPTAFLEX
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An answer to metal cable theft

An innovative solution to metal cable theft is available with Adaptaflex conduit, covered with various...

New Elkay ceiling mount PIR for even greater energy control
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New Elkay ceiling mount PIR for even greater energy control

Elkay have added energy saving features to their market leading Celingmount PIR sensor which now includes a...

Seven steps for switchgear success
Schneider Electric
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Seven steps for switchgear success

Cutting corners on the maintenance of low and medium voltage switchgear could end up costing users dearly,...

HIGH PERFORMANCE ADAPTALOK ATS FITTINGS
ADAPTAFLEX
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HIGH PERFORMANCE ADAPTALOK ATS FITTINGS

Adaptalok ATS one piece moulded fittings from Adaptaflex provide the highest possible performance from a...

Seven steps for switchgear success
Schneider Electric
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Seven steps for switchgear success

Cutting corners on the maintenance of electrical switchgear or using third party replacement products could...

Periodic Inspection Reports for Petrol Forecourts
ECSSA
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Periodic Inspection Reports for Petrol Forecourts

Electrical installations in Petrol Forecourts fall into the “Potentially Explosive Atmospheres” category.

Business Secretary Vince Cable Visits Dimplex
DIMPLEX
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Business Secretary Vince Cable Visits Dimplex

Dimplex played host to Vince Cable, the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, at its...

Vent-Axia Welcomes Part L Changes to Kitchen Fan Specification
VENT-AXIA
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Vent-Axia Welcomes Part L Changes to Kitchen Fan...

Vent-Axia, the leaders in low carbon ventilation technology, welcomes the publication of the new Approved...

Guide to the selection and use of RCDs and a new energy logger - VoltiNEWs November 2013
VOLTIMUM
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Guide to the selection and use of RCDs and a new energy...

The ETCI Technical Management Committee has approved the publication of the 2nd Edition of ET214:2013 (Guide...

2nd Edition of ET214:2013 (Guide to the Selection and Use of Residual Current Devices)
Electro Technical Council of Ireland Ltd
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2nd Edition of ET214:2013 (Guide to the Selection and Use of...

The ETCI Technical Management Committee has approved the publication of the 2nd Edition of ET214:2013 (Guide...

Recruitment of Chief Inspector for RECI
RECI
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Recruitment of Chief Inspector for RECI

The Register of Electrical Contractors of Ireland, a Safety Supervisory Body appointed by the Commission for...

ET101 & Amendments
ECSSA
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ET101 & Amendments

When the 4th Edition of ET101 was issued, it was quickly found that there were a number of items which were...

Schneider Electric Launches Innovative New StruxureWare™  Market Segment Software Suites
Schneider Electric
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Schneider Electric Launches Innovative New StruxureWare™ ...

New suites for software efficiency and energy management platform to specifically address key market...

Accredited Courses for Qualified Certifier
RECI
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Accredited Courses for Qualified Certifier

The Commission for Energy Regulation's direction that all electrical Verification and Certification courses...

ECSSA and Safe Electric Logos
ECSSA
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ECSSA and Safe Electric Logos

Safe Electric Logos are available from ECSSA at a cost of €10 per pair, including postage.

IMPORTANT Guidelines for Audits / Inspections
ECSSA
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IMPORTANT Guidelines for Audits / Inspections

Audit/Inspection of RECs under the Common Performance Evaluation Scheme requires that the REC produce the...

Eaton Launches Free-To-Access Machinery Safety Manual
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Eaton Launches Free-To-Access Machinery Safety Manual

Eaton, a leading manufacturer of components and systems for electrical engineering and automation, has...

Certification of Registration as a REC
ECSSA
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Certification of Registration as a REC

We have found that an increasing number of Local Authorities and Consultants now request written...

Important Notice! - Post Connection Certs
ECSSA
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Important Notice! - Post Connection Certs

Early in 2013 each contractor who has outstanding Post Connection Certs will receive a reminder listing the...

Spring 2013 Training Schedule
RECI
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Spring 2013 Training Schedule

We are pleased to inform you of the dates and venues for our training courses which will run from January -...