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Marshall-Tufflexlaunches new Sterling Compact trunking range
As part of its ongoing dedication to product development and innovation, leading British manufacturer of PVC-U cable management solutions Marshall-Tufflexhas updated its Mono Plus 20 trunking system. Rebranded as Sterling Compact and manufactured using 84% recycled PVC-U, the product has been re-engineered to improve user experience and installation, with a three-compartment base design and removable cover.
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art of Marshall-Tufflex’s wide range of cable management solutions, Sterling Compact is the smallest of its three
compartment trunking options (at 140mm x 50mm), making it suitable for dado applications and ideal for areas that may have trunking restrictions. Fully compatible and interchangeable with the visually identical Mono Plus 20 system, it accepts standard power, voice and data accessories and is compliant up to Cat 7a. To comply with the 18th Edition of IET wiring
regulations BS 7671, a new Firefly fire clip is available for use with the outer compartment of the products within the range. The clip secures cables within the trunking to prevent premature collapse in the event of a fire, offering fire resistance of above 1000°C for up to 120 minutes. For further safety, Sterling Compact has been
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manufactured with self-extinguishing and non- flame propagating PVC-U. The Sterling Compact trunking assembly is manufactured using 84% recycled PVC-U and Marshall-Tufflex remains committed to developing new ways to produce superior products that retain their high quality finish from recycled PVC-U across its entire portfolio.
Tufflex, said: “For over 78 years, we have been pioneering plastic extrusion in the UK; leading the way in areas of product research, development and innovation, especially when it comes to using recycled material. We keep a constant focus on evolving our portfolio of solutions and we are delighted to upgrade the Mono Plus 20 into the new Sterling Compact system whilst making it easier to install in the process. “Additionally, the new Firefly product continues our commitment to help contractors to comply with the updated fire regulations and minimise the risk to life in the event of a fire.”
The new Sterling Compact range is available to order now. To find out more about this and Marshall-Tufflex’s extensive range of solutions, visit
www.marshall-tufflex.com.
Stay safe and make the switch
touching light switches can easily be avoided by automatic motion or occupancy sensors. BEG Lighting Controls have a range of wall-mounted sensors with different features. The German manufacturer’s products include the BEG Indoor 180-R motion detector with acoustic sensor and relay version, the BEG Indoor 180 KNX with integrated KNX BUS coupler and up to three additional switching channels and, the Indoor 180 2C with acoustic sensor and additional potential free contact for the added control of the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning). This innovative product set means electrical contractors, specifiers and lighting designers are equipped to offer a safe and practical contactless light switching solution to end users. The BEG Indoor 180 range is ideal for businesses as well as for schools, colleges and universities and more. Paul Jones, sales director for UK & Ireland at BEG Lighting Controls, said:
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“It’s a fact that if many different people have to use the same light switch, there is a health risk associated with it, but contactless light switching solves this issue. “It was concluded very early on during the pandemic that Covid-19 is
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s businesses look at introducing products to the market which can help slow the spread of the virus and avoid a ‘second wave’, manually
with contactless lighting BEG Lighting Controls is highlighting the importance of safer ‘contactless light switching’ to electrical contractors and their customers - and how it can help deal with the Covid-19 pandemic.
extremely contagious, so converting light switches to contactless is a much more hygienic solution for businesses to keep staff and customers safe, and in an educational environment, for teachers and students. “That is why at BEG Lighting Controls, we are doing all we
can to raise awareness about contactless light switching to electrical contractors, and to our electrical wholesaler and distributor partners. “Unlike standard light switches, BEG occupancy sensors
activate the lighting as soon as movement is detected so touching the product is not necessary at all. Likewise, the motion detectors are designed to switch the light on and off automatically by motion detection. There is also the added benefit for organisations due to this difficult financial time
that occupancy sensors and motion detectors have also been proven to result in making energy savings.” He added: “We have strived to be at the side of our partners in these
troubled times. This crisis will further strengthen our partnerships and make us more determined to share the opportunities that we have working together.”
For more information visit:
https://www.beg-luxomat.com/en/
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