on the DIN rail while reducing cabling requirements. Two signals can be connected to each 7 mm wide TOPJOB S sensor terminal block, providing a 3.5 mm signal density in a more robust housing. It saves money and installation time by using pushin jumpers rather than wires for commoning power across to each block in an assembly, rather than having to feed live and neutral wires separately into each one.
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PushIn CAGE CLAMP spring pressure connection eliminates the risk of loose or faulty wiring, making TOPJOB S ideal for connecting sensors in areas subject to frequent vibration such as in heavy industrial environments. A supply terminal block ensures
that live, earth and neutral only need to be fed into an assembly once, as the power supply can be commoned across to other terminal blocks using standard jumpers. These are available in a range of pole configurations for added flexibility, while colour
coding simplifies assignment of potentials. Consequently installers can save a large amount of time and money by reducing the amount of wiring used in an installation. At effectively 3.5mm per sensor connection, more signals can be connected within a smaller space, making the TOPJOB S sensor terminal ideal for confined control cabinets. The structure of the terminal block ensures that jumpers, wiring and LEDs (if applicable) are always visible, while the marking system is one of the fastest on the market.
The blocks can be marked on the top and the side, while a snapon marker carrier is available to allow marking to be retrofitted after the assembly has been installed.
www.wago.com/gb Sontay opens a new gateway
to protect. As such the company has a policy of always being on the front foot when it comes to fully complying with international regulations. In the USA and Canada, for example, a machine
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cannot be commissioned until approved by the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) to confirm compliance with the valid regulations, such as the National Electric Code NEC (NFPA 70). The importance of UL regulations cannot be
understated for any company exporting electrical equipment into these territories. UL regulations relate to the protection that
enclosures must provide to the internal electronic components. This includes environmental factors such as dirt, dust, humidity and electromagnetic interference. Control gear and switchgear manufacturers should always take care to ensure that these safety standards are met for any components they are shipping to the USA or Canada. For enclosure manufacturers such as Rittal,
compliance with UL 508A is an important basis for the swift commissioning and approval of equipment and machinery, and the company offers a broad spectrum of industrial enclosures with UL approval. Further information at
www.rittal.co.uk or visit:
www.friedhelmloh
group.com
Rittal publishes UL regulations advice
ittal embraces the need for a high degree of responsibility for the safety of users and the electrical equipment its enclosures are designed
applications and its new gateway solutions clearly show why the company has held this position for so long. The SCGateways provide direct Building Management Systems (BMS) integration for air conditioning units (AC) via the smart communication protocols, Modbus and BACnet saving system integrators valuable time and hassle. “The building controls industry is moving
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forward at a rapid pace with the focus on connectivity and interoperability,” comments Sandy Damm, Managing Director at Sontay. “The launch of these new Intesis gateways mean system integrators and installers can easily assimilate the AC with the automation and building management systems as well as
s a market leader in field control devices, Sontay consistently offers its customers the best solutions for all
communicate with other HVAC equipment. It simplifies the installation process for those working on commercial buildings, hotels and even schools. We’re delighted to offer our customers’ the tools to make their working lives easier.”
The Intesis gateways help improve the
integration time of a number of AC brands including Daikin, Mitsubishi and Toshiba into BMS, SCADA or EMS system via Modbus or BACnet. For further information on the Sontay
product range, contact
sales@sontay.com or visit:
www.sontay.com
New gearless direct drive for large diameter ventilation fans
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new permanent magnet synchronous motor designed specifically for high volume, low
speed (HVLS), large diameter fans employed for effective heating/ventilation systems in large spaces has been introduced by Lafert Electric Motors. With integral drive, the new motor offers efficient, gearless direct drive for fans up to 7m in diameter that are typically employed in sports halls/arenas, shopping centres, industrial buildings and agriculture/horticulture buildings. HVLS fans provide the advantage of moving
large volumes of air without causing uncomfortable air movement and achieving it with low level noise emission. Further, with the new motor/drive package, variations in air movement levels are achieved progressively
Quantifying SF6
to develop a bespoke Nexis GC 2030 for Celtic Recycling in Newport, Gwent, allowing the company to introduce GC screening of reclaimed and recycled SF6
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himadzu’s stateoftheart technology and expertise in gas sampling has enabled it
gas, a service that no
other company in the UK is currently able to offer. At the same time, the new system increased the laboratory’s capacity for the analysis of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in insulating oils. The custombuilt, twin column
Nexis GC2030 includes electron capture (ECD) and barrier discharge ionization (BID) detectors, and provides additional flexibility by avoiding the need to switch out columns and change detectors, or to install separate instruments for each type of analysis. The patented BID offers significantly enhanced sensitivity
compared to thermal conductivity and flame ionization detectors trace components can be detected down to 0.1 ppm and incorporates unique electrode preserving plasma generation technology that ensures long term stability. The inclusion of a BID also helps to futureproof the system, as this universal detector is suitable for many other applications should business needs change in the future. Celtic Recycling¹s laboratory
chemist, Jennifer Rapp, commented: “I am really pleased with the new system and enjoy working with it. It is easy to use, and I can generate customised reports that look very professional with just a few clicks. Maintenance is quite straightforward and it is very easy to change columns; having a light inside the oven is a definite advantage; I hadn¹t realised how dark the oven is until now! The
for maximum comfort whilst achieving up to 50% energy saving. Also, the elimination of gears minimises maintenance requirements thereby reducing total lifetime costs. Tests have demonstrated that air speed
>3m/s offers insignificant added cooling benefit. Consequently, the most efficient method of distributing is the use of HVLS fans operating at speeds below 3m/s for which these motors are designed.
www.lafert.com and PCBs with a customdesigned Nexis GC2030
Fire Solutions range of products to help raise the standard of fire performance systems in the built environment. The Firetec range of
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cables offers enhanced fire performance cabling, accessories and technical support from one source to ensure critical firesafety circuits can continue to operate in the event of a real fire from 30 minutes up to 120 minutes. AEI Cables says it has listened
to customers’ requirements and developed a range of cabling which is futureproof. Stuart Dover, commercial
manager for AEI Cables, said: “This range of cabling supports the initiative to make our buildings safer and ensure
AEI Cables is launching a total fire solutions range
abling leader AEI Cables is
launching a Total
systems can continue to operate including fire alarms, voice alarms and emergency lighting circuits. “In a real fire situation, these
cables will enable the fire and rescue services to find and evacuate people and help to protect property. At the same time, there is still evidence of nonapproved cabling still coming onto the market, and we simply cannot compromise quality of these products being used in these applications.”
www.aeicables.co.uk Toshiba launches updated air
conditioning design programme and new BIM family
design platform, DesignAirs, for use by contractors, designers and consultants. Toshiba Air Conditioning UK is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). DesignAirs is an advanced air
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conditioning design application that enables users to create detailed project drawings, including pipework and equipment specifications, for a variety of building types. The latest generation includes a new seasonal performance calculator that allows designers to simulate the actual performance and running costs of a system using local seasonal temperatures and operating conditions. It also allows users to specify
different electricity tariffs, in order to estimate running costs under different supply scenarios. Designers can print out a report to show the anticipated running costs of a system for end users, and how much CO2 it will produce in a year. The design platform has three
product specialists at Shimadzu have been great, providing training and helping me to set up
the methods. It’s good to know that I can rely on their support.” For more information, visit:
www.shimadzu.com/an/gc/2030/
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dimentional capabilities that can generate schematic drawings showing pipework routing, outdoor/indoor unit and FS box locations, providing a clear overview of the installation for the contractor and end user. This also can be used to highlight any potential issues with a design in relation to oil traps and height difference separation. Unlike other design software that outputs design elements as
oshiba Air Conditioning has launched an updated version of its VRF air conditioning
separate drawings, the new DesignAirs system can generate a single page view showing all elements of a system, either as a PDF or an AutoCAD file. Alongside the introduction of the enhanced DesignAirs, the company has issued updated Building Information Modelling (BIM) software for use with Autodesk Revit, an industry standard BIM platform. Used for creating and managing information on construction projects, one of the key outputs of the BIM software is a digital model detailing many aspects of a building, including its heating, air conditioning and ventilation services. The enhancement includes BIM Revit icons to be used in Autodesk Revit to represent specific items of equipment in a building’s HVAC system within the digital model. Toshiba’s newly updated suite
of digital BIM Revit icons covers its digital inverter and super digital inverter ranges, SMMSe and SHRMe VRF systems and CIAT air handling units, heat pumps and chillers. Oliver Sanders, Toshiba’s pre sales manager who leads digital project design support, said: “Together, the new DesignAirs platform and BIM family provide air conditioning designers with a complete toolkit, enabling them to create detailed project plans for all scales and types of buildings. They are a musthave for all contractors and consultants who design air conditioning systems for clients.”
www.toshiba
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