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Contents… NEWS


4. New report reveals south east worst hit by blackouts


5. Improving medical device compliance INSTALLATION DESIGN MAINTENANCE


FEATURES Test & Measurement... 8. Tool hire branches made safer 10. Electrical safety powers ahead


Panel Building... 13. Intelligence is the smart choice 14. Electrical upgrade for Grade II building


Fire Safety... 16. Helping to inspire sporting greatness 18. Offering control panel guidance


Enclosures... 20. The freedom of choice 24. Ingress protection techniques


Arc Flash... 27. Prevention and protection


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Hazardous Area Equipment... 30. Understanding the standards - Part Two


Editor’s Choice... 40. The HART of testing technology


It’s all under control ENCLOSURES: The freedom of choice COVER


Organisations are relying more and more heavily on digital technology and as such, the choice of power distribution product


employed to aid continuity of operation is crucial. In response, the electrical


market has invested heavily in developing highly intelligent solutions to simplify this complex task. Here, Tom France, from


Schneider Electric, discusses the options available


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