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Wide choice of battery options for OKW’s handheld DATEC-POCKET-BOX
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KW’s robust DATEC-POCKET-BOX can now accommodate N, AA, AAA and 9 V cells for a wide range of handheld electronics. These pocket-sized plastic enclosures are ideal for measurement and control, remote controls, pulse generation for ultrasound and infrared, sensors, optoelectronics, mobile data recording and wireless communications.
Ergonomic DATEC- POCKET-BOX’s thin profile makes it comfortable to hold, with easily- machinable flat surfaces for adding interfaces. The operating area is recessed to protect a membrane keypad or product label. The front face is clear polished (sizes M, L) for efficient infrared signals. Inside, there are internal fastening pillars for PCBs.
DATEC-POCKET-BOX can be specified in either ABS or infrared- permeable PMMA (both UL 94 HB), and with or without IP 54 ingress protection as standard. There are three sizes: S (85 x 46 x 16 mm), M (105 x 58 x 18.5 mm) and L (120 x 65 x 22 mm). The standard colours are off- white (RAL 9002) and black (RAL 9005). Accessories include belt/pocket clips, battery clips, a battery spacer, plug-in contact (9 V), ring eyelet and self-tapping screws for mounting PCBs. OKW can supply DATEC-POCKET-BOX fully customised. Services include machining, lacquering, printing, laser marking, decor foils, special materials, EMC shielding and installation/assembly of accessories.
J&K Ross wins five-year PPE contract with Northern Powergrid
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arrington-based family business, J&K Ross, has secured a prestigious five-year contract to supply Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to
Northern Powergrid following a successful tender process. Northern Powergrid manages the electricity network for over 8 million people across 3.9 million homes and businesses in the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire.
The contract will ensure that Northern Powergrid’s team is equipped with high-quality PPE, including flame retardant high-visibility vests, workwear, safety boots and shoes, helmets, ear defenders and safety spectacles. The new contract complements an existing agreement covering arc flash protective clothing, which J&K Ross has supplied since 2012. Chris Ross, chairman of J&K Ross and account manager for Northern
Powergrid, expressed his pride in the achievement. He said: ‘This win is a direct result of a magnificent effort by our highly skilled team. It is another example of our family-owned business punching above its weight in a competitive market including large national companies. We are truly delighted.’
The contract will enhance safety and operational efficiency for Northern Powergrid, ensuring their workforce is well-protected as they maintain and develop the essential infrastructure that powers everyday life across the region. J&K Ross provides a comprehensive range of personal protective equipment,
safety wear and branded corporate wear to ensure the protection and wellbeing of workers across many different industries. From high visibility jackets, vests and safety footwear to goggles, gloves, branded tabards, polo shirts and workwear.
TREND Networks launches LanTEK IV-L (Lite) streamlined cable certifier
esigned for users who simply need a Cat 6A copper certifier, the LanTEK IV-L (Lite) has fewer features than the LanTEK IV-S but allows technicians to save time and money when testing advanced Ethernet Cat 6A/Class EA copper cables to support certification and ensure networks meet industry standards. The LanTEK IV-L can certify target cables in just 10 seconds, including DCRU/PoE compliance, TCL/ELTCTL noise immunity and distance, to NEXT and Return Loss fault measurements. Allowing technicians to efficiently boost a network’s total capability without escalating costs. LanTEK IV-L helps network engineers achieve more with their certification projects.
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‘It made sense for us to create a cost- effective, entry-level model, tailored for novice technicians, but also useful for experience users,’ explained Dan Barrera, director of product innovation at TREND Networks. ‘We always listen to our customers and aim to develop products to help them improve efficiency and reliability, as well as optimise useability and cost- savings. This compact, easy to use and
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intuitive device fills a gap in the market and will ensure precise and dependable results every time.’ Developed with a familiar user interface, the LanTEK IV-L can generate seamless reports using TREND Network’s AnyWARE Cloud ecosystems, reduce testing errors with TeamViewer remote control, certify new cable installations to the latest performance requirements and determine whether existing category 5e or 6 cables can support 2.5/5Gbps Multi-Gig performance to improve
network bandwidth without recabling. Users can easily share test data and manage test results, enhancing real-time collaboration between project managers and field technicians and improving report efficiency. The TREND AnyWARE Cloud software allows users to share report links and access all project files in one place. Online re-certification is also possible, saving time, money and unsustainable callbacks. The innovative VisiLINQ permanent link adapters are standard with all LanTEK IV certifiers, including the LanTEK IV-L, and light up red (fail) or green (pass) seconds after connection to the port. The visual indication presents a unique way to test cables and is a practical alternative to the simple beep of other certifiers, making it easier to identify test status in loud server rooms, for example, and increase productivity.
TREND Network users can also sign up to The Sapphire Care Plan, which supports equipment maintenance and upgrades. The plan is designed to minimise down time, reduce the cost of ownership and protect against unforeseen repair costs.
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