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KNIPEX takes crimping to the next level


with its Automatic Crimping Pliers for Wire Ferrules (97 53 14). These self-adjusting pliers


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are suitable for single wire ferrules up to 16 mm and twin wire ferrules up to 2 x 10 mm. These innovative pliers have


been designed by KNIPEX for electrical contractors and engineers who crimp wires to save time, money and effort. The Automatic Crimping


Pliers for Wire Ferrules provide an automatic self-adjustment to wire ferrules with a ratcheting mechanism that ensures a complete crimping cycle for consistent, reliable and fast crimping. A hexagonal shaped crimp layout provides a near round form and is particularly suitable for


NIPEX said it has taken crimping to the next level


confined connections. Ergonomically designed and


with a comfortable handle, the pliers provide a smooth operation and are lightweight too, meaning they can be used for volume crimping applications comfortably. The tool has been designed to provide the optimum transmission of force with a toggle lever for a fatigue- reducing operation. The Automatic Crimping


Pliers automatically adapt with self-adjustment to the wire ferrule size for precise and quick crimping. The pliers’ crimping pressure has been calibrated in the KNIPEX factory for precise crimping and complies with the crimping of wire ferrules according to DIN 46228 parts 1+4.


Double win for Schneider Electric at the DCS Awards 2022


categories at the DCS Awards 2022. For the second


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consecutive year, Schneider Electric secured the DCS Award for ‘Outstanding Contribution to Sustainability and Efficiency’, which recognises its leadership for the creation of the industry’s first comprehensive, novel framework for environmentally sustainable data centres. During the event,


Schneider Electric was also awarded ‘Data Centre Power Innovation of the Year’ for its Galaxy VL 3- phase uninterruptible power supply (UPS). The UPS offers world-


leading energy efficiency, resilience, and sustainability, delivering up to 99-percent efficiency in its patented ECOnversion mode, without sacrificing load protection. It also includes a pioneering ‘Live Swap’ safety feature, which delivers a touch-safe design throughout the process of adding or replacing the power modules while the UPS is online and fully operational. Marc Garner, vice president, Secure Power Division at Schneider Electric UK and


Ireland, said: “With growing global concerns surrounding climate change, coupled with the fallout of the international energy crisis, there has never been a more important time for our industry to prioritise sustainable action over words. “As decarbonisation becomes embedded into every facet of the data centre


sector, our mission is to be our customer’s partner for sustainability and efficiency, and help the industry accelerate its ambitions to reach Net Zero. I am extremely proud to accept these awards on behalf of Schneider Electric, which are testament to our ethos for sustainable innovation.”


chneider Electric recently won in two


Watlow acquires Eurotherm W


atlow has acquired Eurotherm from Schneider Electric, for an undisclosed sum. Eurotherm is a premier global provider of


temperature, power and process control, measurement and data management equipment, systems, software, and services for global industrial markets. The company’s headquarters are in Worthing, West Sussex, with core manufacturing operations in Ldziny, Poland, and a headcount of around 650 people worldwide. Rob Gilmore, Watlow’s chief executive, said:


“Watlow is excited to invest in this innovative product portfolio and professional team. “Combining Eurotherm’s complementary


controls technologies with Watlow’s focus on thermal systems, our shared engineer-to-engineer sales models and our focus on common markets


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will allow Watlow and Eurotherm to better serve all of our respective customers. “We are impressed with Eurotherm’s heritage in


the controls industry and strong reputation for innovation and quality, so we are looking forward to welcoming the Eurotherm team to Watlow.” Mr Gilmore said that Watlow is investing


aggressively right now, including development of its operations in Europe and Asia to ensure it can support and respond to its customers wherever they are. “This acquisition will help us expand our


presence in Europe and extend our electronics and controls capabilities globally,” he added. Chris Ashworth, Eurotherm’s managing director,


added: “We are very pleased to be joining the Watlow team.


“Watlow is a known leader in the industry, and I


believe that combining our strengths will open new opportunities and create value for our customers.”


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