Wiring Accessories
The new generation
Switches and sockets have evolved considerably in the last 10 years, from design and finishes to the introduction of smart technology, an area that is rapidly growing and fast becoming a common part of our everyday lives. Electrical products supplier, Deta, looks at what distributors need to know to stay ahead of the game.
increases, their impact grows and styling becomes more important. Functionality and aesthetics are aspects that are equally important to homeowners. Whether they are matching the decor of a room or the period of the property, wiring accessories will continue to be used to enhance the style of the home. For years, sockets and light switches were just an accepted compromise in consumers’ otherwise perfect kitchens, bedrooms, lounges or studies, but we’ve come a very long way since the introduction of the traditional square
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reviously the demand for wiring accessories was limited to a light switch and a couple of sockets per room; it is now a great deal more. As the number of wiring devices in the home
edged white plastic switch and socket. With such a vast variety of styles and finishes now available, there is an opportunity to bring grand designs and decors to life.
New technology and smart devices driving change Wiring accessories have undergone massive change; historically their job was to simply turn devices on and off but today, there is a lot more to consider. The explosion of new technologies and smart devices used both at home and work (smart phones, tablets and e-readers) and the additional capability and control that these devices offer has helped to shape the new generation of wiring accessories that are finding their way into the market. Our increased dependence on portable electronic devices has created a demand for flexible and easy to install charging solutions, resulting in the introduction of integrated power and USB charging sockets. These are ideal retrofit products, which have enormous application potential for homes, offices, schools, hotels, etc. Whilst home automation technology has been available for many years, until the more recent introduction of smart devices, the market and application for smart home systems has been limited to luxury homes and specialist projects with little to no smart device integration. The advent of smart devices and mobile technology has had a huge
impact on the design and application of wiring accessories, enabling manufacturers to provide end users with intelligent control of lighting, power and heating within the home via a simple mobile App. As home automation technologies become more accessible and affordable, and awareness of system benefits (cost and energy saving
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