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schemes as part of the Government’s Construction 2025 strategy. This includes a number of requirements that the
Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) has to meet as a CSCS partner scheme including the need to have a qualification or assessment which meets minimum industry standards. Along with new digital technologies developed
through this, such as CSCS Smart Check and the ECS Check systems, there has also been an industry wide push to upskill the industry and to ensure people are suitably qualified and competent for the roles they are doing. One of the changes for ECS as a result of this
was the introduction of the ECS Electrical Safety Unit in 2018. This assessment was developed to provide a basic knowledge assessment for those dealing with electrotechnical systems and was brought in as a flexible and cost-effective way to
Schneider Electric expands its ruggedised Micro Data Centre offer
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chneider Electric said it continues to lead the way in meeting the challenges of
managing hybrid IT infrastructure with the introduction of the EcoStruxure Micro Data Centre R-Series 42U Medium Density. By expanding its ruggedised Micro Data
Centre offer, Schneider Electric said it is providing IT professionals and IT solution providers with a fully integrated, turnkey solution for ease of ordering and deployment. Optimised for IT applications in distributed
locations that have industrial environments, the new Micro Data Centre solution ships fully integrated for quick deployment. It features a heavy weigh load and large, industrial casters for easy movement. Jean-Baptiste Plagne, vice president of offer
management, rack & edge systems and energy management at Schneider Electric, said: “Industrial settings are not optimised for edge computing but there is an urgent need for IT systems to support edge computing trends. recommendations, and enables visibility from anywhere, anytime, crucial at a time when there is a lack of staff to properly monitor equipment on-site.”
meet the requirements for minimum qualification and assessment standards for ECS Related Discipline and other defined card types.
Industry Group updates to the ECS Electrical Safety Unit T
he Construction Leadership Council introduced requirements in 2015 for CSCS partner
The assessment covers the essential safety
aspects for electrotechnical work in specialised occupations and questions are based around safe working of electrotechnical trades carrying out associated installation works, and an emphasis on ensuring electrical installation work is carried out by a suitably qualified ECS card holder. The new question bank went live in late
October 2022 and pass marks have improved with more positive feedback on the level and relevance of the questions. Further promotion of the relevant training for the Electrical Safety Unit will be ongoing. Andy Reakes, JIB and ECS head of growth, said:
“This type of industry led process is essential for the continued raising of standards in the electrotechnical sector, so that industry and end users have clear visibility on the expectations for qualified and competent personnel working throughout the built environment.”
Briggs & Stratton launches swappable battery
Swappable Battery, the latest addition to its battery range. The launch comes as part of the
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company’s continued commitment to the EMEA region as it expands its offering for OEMs. The new battery will focus on
convenience for the end user, enabling them to easily swap the battery between applications on the jobsite, ideal for those in the rental industry. Paul Bramhall, director,
electrification & rental at Briggs &
ower specialist Briggs & Stratton has unveiled its new Vanguard 1.5 kWh
Stratton EMEA, said the ability to swap between multiple machines helps to reduce equipment downtime and streamlines the service offering by removing the need for different battery types. With a built-in latching system,
the swap is seamless as the battery securely clicks in and out of place. Mr Bramhall said: “We are excited
to launch our new Swappable Batteries, a brand-new innovation to the market and a big step into the future for the rental industry as we enable them to standardise their power solution across a diverse range of applications.”
New Icotek Cable Entry 360o now available from Foremost Electronics F
oremost Electronics has announced the availability of Icotek’s market leading range of
cable entry plates. The new Icotek Cable Entry 360o can
accommodate up to 48 cables, with or without connectors, from all entry directions. This completely splitable distribution box safely routes cables and provides strain relief. The new Icotek Cable Entry 360o allows
centrally located cables to be distributed over a 360o range and offers nearly unlimited uses. Cables with diameters from 1mm-15mm can be routed, sealed and provided with strain relief in accordance with DIN EN 6244. Alan Vincent, Foremost’s sales director, said:
“The distribution box is suitable for metric cut- outs and can be fixed with a locknut, included with the device. Retrofits, maintenance and repairs are simple and fast to effect due to a screw fixed cover and split grommets.
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electricalengineeringmagazine.co.uk “The Icotek Cable Entry 360o is constructed
from UL94-V0 self-extinguishing polyamide (PA), rated to IP54 and halogen and silicone free. It has a mounting height of 39.4mm and operating temperature range of -40OC to 140OC (static).”
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