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Faster, safer building evacuations with Advanced Dynamic Safety Signage
Fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has extended its emergency lighting range with Dynamic Safety Signage (DSS) – proven to make building evacuations faster and safer.
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In emergency situations, lack of information and confusion mean people often make poor decisions. DSS uses green moving and pulsing LED arrows to clearly indicate safe exits and red LED crosses to boldly show nogo areas. This distinctive indication supports effective escape and avoids congestion at exits.
DSS is ideal for settings where large numbers of people may be unfamiliar with emergency escape routes, e.g. university campuses, hospitals, stadiums and transport hubs. The new range of signage provides different tiers of functionality making it very versatile in meeting requirements across a wide range of sites and scenarios.
Dynamic safety signage hardware consists of recessed, IP65 wall-mounted and wall/ceiling-mounted escape signs that are easy to install, can be retrofitted onto existing systems and provide a fully auto-tested system when used with LuxIntelligent, ensuring compliance with BS5266-1. DSS can be triggered manually via a key switch, or automatically by integrating with any existing fire system using simple input/output modules.
Advanced • 0345 894 7000
Find out more: uk.advancedco.com
OMICRON to discuss future of substation automation and digital substations at online event
OMICRON has announced plans for an online event where it will discuss the future of substation automation and digital substations.
Taking place on September 28, 2022, the event will help attendees stay ahead of the curve with the ongoing development in digital substation technologies.
This topic is especially important as the global climate and energy crisis has brought the need for sustainable, reliable and efficient energy into sharp focus. Automated digital substations and modern SCADA systems are increasingly necessary to supervise and regulate a complex grid, and to minimise energy wastage.
The second edition of this concise online conference will explore the latest advancements in designing, testing and maintaining digital substations.
Highlights from the event include: • Practical training session with OMICRON specialists: SCL Engineering and Testing in an IEC 61850 Substation • Case studies from European utilities sharing examples of industry developments and testing challenges • Questions and knowledge exchange
Speakers confirmed to be at the OMICRON event include Andy Murray & Mohseen Mohemmed, SSE; Florin Stelea, Sweco Sverige; Bas Mulder, TenneT; Jani Valtari, ABB; and Christian Brauner, OMICRON.
For those wanting to attend this event, which has now had its 120 EUR fee waived, you can find out more details on OMICRON’s website.
OMICRON • 01785 848100
Find out more: www.omicronenergy.com/events/
ESP introduces its largest CCTV monitor to date
Capitalising on the growing demand for larger monitors to display images from multiple CCTV cameras, ESP has added a new 32in LED monitor to its range.
With more and more homeowners and businesses relying on multiple cameras to cover and protect all areas of their properties and premises, the new, larger format monitor will allow them to capture and view all images on one screen, helping them to easily keep track of any movement and activity.
The new monitor offers the perfect combination of 4K resolution and a widescreen 32-inch panel size. The 4K resolution is supported through 2 HDMI ports. The monitor features in-built speakers and is supplied with a desktop stand. An additional wall mount bracket is available separately.
The new 32in 4K LED monitor joins ESP’s existing range which currently comprises 18in, 21in and 23in options. It is suitable for use with ESP’s extensive analogue and IP CCTV systems, and it will also offer support for other HDMI enabled devices.
ESP also offers a range of wire-free HDMI senders and receivers to offer flexible installation solutions.
ESP • 01527 515 150
Makita heats things up with new DHG181ZJ Heat Gun
Makita UK has introduced the DHG181ZJ Heat Gun to its LXT 18V range.
Designed with air volume and temperature adjustment functionality to reach up to 200L/min and 550°C, the new heat gun is ideal for a wide range of applications.
The DHG181ZJ delivers an air temperature of up to 550°C and air volume of up to 200L/min depending on the setting chosen. The air volume and temperature are both adjustable, so users can easily set the output to suit the job; simply flick a switch to change between the two air volume settings and adjust the air temperature with the dial.
To protect the operator, the DHG181ZJ features an anti-restart function that prevents accidental start up. There is also a quick release, tool-less mechanism to allow for easy nozzle replacement without the need to touch any hot metal in the process. Supplied in a Makpac Connector Case, Glass Protection, Wide Slot, Reflector, and Reduction Nozzles are all included as standard.
To keep professionals working disruption free for longer, the DHG181ZJ offers impressive run times of 30 minutes in low mode and 21 minutes in high mode when using a fully charged 6Ah LXT battery, ensuring maximum user efficiency.
Makita UK • 01908 211 678
Find out more: www.makitauk.com
PFIFFNER Group to launch high voltage circuit breaker with innovative eco-compatible arc interruption method
Switzerland-based transmission and distribution component specialist PFIFFNER Group has announced a new high voltage air-insulated switchgear (AIS) circuit breaker for substations which uses an SF6-free and F-gas free as its insulation media, helping to set a new standard for the safe and sustainable operation of electrical grids.
The circuit breaker, currently in the development stage, will complement the company’s growing portfolio of high voltage solutions while helping customers to reduce their carbon footprint in a cost-effective way.
Sulphur hexafluoride, commonly known as SF6, is a man-made gas utilised primarily as an electrical insulator and arc suppressant. While extremely effective in circuit breaker applications, it is also one of the most harmful greenhouse gases in existence. As such, component manufacturers in the electrical grid sector have been seeking solutions in recent years to limit its usage. PFIFFNER‘s solution instead uses an eco-compatible gas that eliminates the use of SF6 and F-gases entirely.
PFIFFNER Group • +41 61 467 6111
Find out more: www.pfiffner-group.com
C.K Tools’ new drill bits leave a lasting impact
C.K Tools, the trusted choice for trade professionals, has introduced several additions to its power tool accessories offering, with five new SKUs added to its Blue Steel impact drill bits range.
The range extension includes a number of C.K Tools’ most popular impact drill bits but now available in trade pack sizes, reducing the need for merchant trips in the middle of jobs.
Developed in collaboration with trade professionals, the Blue Steel impact drill bits are manufactured from specially formulated V8 steel alloy for extreme toughness and extended working life.
They also feature torsion control technology to withstand the stresses of high torque applications and are also colour coded to aid with easy identification in any tool bag or work environment.
The range extension includes: • Blue Steel TX30 25mm 15-piece pack (T4560 TX30D15) • Blue Steel PH2 25mm 15-piece pack (T4560 PH2D15) • Blue Steel PZ3 25mm 15-piece pack (T4560 PZ3D15) • Blue Steel PH2 50mm 10-piece pack (T4560 PH2LD10) • Blue Steel PZ3 50mm 10-piece pack (T4560 PZ3LD10) C.K Tools is available through select major electrical and industrial merchants and wholesalers, as well as major online retailers including Amazon. To find your nearest stockist visit www.ck-tools. com/find-a-stockist.
Carl Kammerling International • 01758 701070
Unicrimp introduces nylon meter tail glands
Unicrimp, part of the Scolmore Group of companies, continues to expand its cable accessories portfolio and has just launched a new range of Nylon Meter Tail Glands.
The new 32mm and 40mm White Nylon Meter Tail Glands with Plug have been added to Unicrimp’s Q-Crimp Nylon Glands offering. They are designed to house incoming cables on a metal consumer unit and provide the ideal solution to house incoming cables requiring entry through a 32mm or 40mm knockout due to their specialist grommet allowing fitment for 25mm² or 16mm² meter tails.
A blanking insert plug is also supplied as standard for optional use should no earth wire be present.
For further information contact Unicrimp on 01827 300600: sales@unicrimp.com or visit www.unicrimp.com.
Unicrimp • 01827 300600
Find out more: www.unicrimp.com
Smart LED tape controller added to Click Smart+ range
Scolmore continues to develop its ClickSmart+ home automation range and has introduced a new Smart RGBW LED Tape Controller – a wireless control solution that allows you to control LED tape lighting whenever and wherever you are via the ClickSmart+ app.
The Smart LED Tape Controller can be used with the ClickSmart+ app to create a wide range of lighting effects to suit the mood or occasion required. There are three different modes available – White, Colour and Music. White mode allows control of the brightness of the LED tape, while with the Colour (RGB) mode you can choose any colour to create a range of lighting effects. With the ClickSmart+ app open and set to ‘Music’ the LED tape will change colour with the music. The new controller also offers dimming and saturation adjustment features to help create the right light setting at all times of the day.
The Smart LED Tape Controller is compatible with all current Ovia LED Tape variants and requires the ClickSmart+ Hub (sold separately). To use, simply connect the Smart Controller to the LED Tape and start controlling the lighting in every room by app or voice control. By connecting ClickSmart+ to your existing Google Home devices or linking your Alexa smart speaker, you can control the LED tape lighting by voice control.
Scolmore • 01827 63454
Find out more: www.scolmore.com
New LED street lighting range from Ovia
Ovia continues to expand its floodlight range and the latest addition is the Gator range of LED Street Lighting with CTA Switch.
With an IK10 housing and IP66 rated, Gator is ideal for lighting large outdoor areas, such as car parks and walkways, and is designed to be quick and simple to install via tool-less entry, with the toolless gear tray allowing for easy maintenance.
There are three size/wattage options to choose from – large (135W), medium (65-100W) and small (20-40W) – and they offer 50,000-hour lifetime and 85⁰ x 150⁰ beam angle. They are available in a grey finish and come with a five-year warranty.
The reversible mount option is an additional feature. The mount bracket can be rotated and pivoted to allow for vertical or horizontal fitment with no additional joints required. The Spigot size is 76mm and a wall bracket is available. The shorting cap can be replaced with a photocell sensor to assist with energy saving.
The full Gator range can be seen in the Ovia Issue 3 catalogue which can be downloaded from the Ovia website – www.oviauk.com – and the Scolmore Group app.
Ovia • 01827 300 640
Find out more: www.oviauk.com
