Electrical distribution

Cable protection systems

01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty Ltd

Using both common metal and polymide cable conduits and meeting the requirements of the ATEX directive for processing industries, PMA’s flexible cable protection systems are an inconspicuous solution offering mechanical strength, resistance to UV and resistance to corrosion, all within a wide temperature range.

Vibration sensor

01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd

The DUV10A vibration analysis sensor assists in preventing unplanned gear-unit downtime by permitting the early detection of gear-unit wear and damage, enabling site personnel to accurately predict and plan gear-unit maintenance.

US housing repossessions increase copper theft

30 July, 2008

According to a recent report in The Boston Globe, the combination of increased copper prices and record housing foreclosures in the US state of Massachusetts has resulted in an ‘epidemic’ of house thefts.

Australand commits to HPM Legrand

29 July, 2008

Australand has appointed HPM Legrand as its preferred national supplier, with the partnership commencing 1 July 2008.

Major projects to meet future power demand

11 July, 2008

Major projects have begun to meet the growing need for power in south-east Queensland, according to Mines and Energy Minister, Geoff Wilson.

UPS battery management

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Rittal Pty Ltd

The RiBat battery management system is designed to extend the life of UPS batteries used in IT infrastructure, with a claimed service life improvement of up to 30%.

Light switches

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider Electric

The Saturn 250V range expands on the existing C-Bus wall switches by offering a switch to suit every electrical switching application, including wall, architrave, dimmer and cooker switches.

RCBO circuit breaker

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: NAW Controls

The MRR series combination MCB and RCD (RCBO), developed by motor control gear manufacturer Mack Electrical, fits all the necessary electronics of an earth leakage trip unit and an over-current tripping mechanism into a single-pole MCB case with a 6 kA fault current rating.

Flexible power cable

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Nexans Olex Australia Pty Ltd

The Titanex H07RN-F single- and multi-core flexible cables are intended for installations with moving equipment, electric appliances and for building sites.

Recessed wall point

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Rushmore Distributors

The Repelec RECWP1WH single-gang recessed wall point is designed to be installed in locations behind cabinets, bedside tables, plasma and LCD TVs, fridges, washing machines and other appliances where plugs may protrude too far.

Wireless switch

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Convergent Technologies Pty Ltd

The Control4 wireless switch is a lighting control device that can be seamlessly integrated with home automation systems or added to existing electrical wiring.

Apprentice tool kit

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: RS

The ‘Electricians Apprentice Tool Kit’ from Cooper Tools is a 74-piece tool kit compiled with electricians in mind. The kit comprises hand tools, safety equipment and storage facilities from manufacturers including Crescent, HK Porter, Lufkin, Nicholson, Plumb and Wiss.

Festoon cables

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Nexans Olex Australia Pty Ltd

The Rheyflat-N screened and unscreened rubber flat festoon cables are designed to be used in handling systems, lifts and e-chain cable carrier systems in power, control and bus applications with high mechanical stress and frequent bending in one plane only. The copper-screened versions of the cable are used in environments where protection is needed against electro-magnetic disturbances caused by power cables.

Speedcon quick locking circular connectors

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: ERNTEC Pty Ltd

The Speedcon quick locking system has been added to the Coninvers ConPower P20 (M17) and P70 (M40) ranges of circular connectors, in addition to the standard screw locking.