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Four new finishes for Knightsbridge’s 45W USB wall chargers


Knightsbridge has enhanced its range pioneering 45W USB charging solutions with the introduction of four additional decorative finishes in the company’s popular screwless format.


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t the time of their initial launch, Knightsbridge’s 45W USB sockets and modules were the fastest chargers available on the market and still remain at the top of the competitive tree. Now, beyond curved or square edge moulded sockets in white, these powerful 230V 13A two-gang switched USB sockets come in anthracite, matt black, matt white and brushed chrome.


The sockets offer up to 45W PD (Power Delivery) over a USB-C port and 18W QC (Quick Charge) over a USB-A port. This means that power-hungry devices like laptops can be charged from wall outlets with compatible cables using a 45W USB-C port and without the need for bulky adapters. QC devices (mainly android-


based smartphones) can be charged at up to 18W, allowing for a quick charge of up to 50% in under 30 minutes with compatible smartphones. Where multiple devices are being charged simultaneously, power is shared between both ports.


Knightsbridge also offers 60W A-C and C-C cables, as well as a 100W certified USB-PD C-C cables so that devices can maximise the power outputs available.


The high-performance 45W USB wall charger range is completed three 50mm x 50mm Euro modules, in white, grey, and black; which are compatible with a variety of modular and multimedia combination plates, allowing for more bespoke installations.


The 50x50 modular inserts are available in Installation News


B.E.G. lights up the future O


CA Global Group opened its new HQ, located in Sant Cugat del Vallès near Barcelona, with energy saving


and sustainability in mind. Light plays a prominent role in the futuristic 4,800 sq m building, and B.E.G. was commissioned with the lighting and shading of the transparent building with its innovative DALI- SYS installed as an intelligent ‘green’ solution for comprehensive lighting control.


The DALI-SYS combines lighting management, emergency luminaire management and blind control in one single platform providing this modern building with flexibility, safety, comfort and energy efficiency.


Paul Jones, sales director of UK & Ireland at B.E.G. UK Ltd, said: “The B.E.G. multi-sensors detect movements, existing ambient light and react according to the time of day. In this way, it is possible to programme and plan lighting


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scenes for each area or a combination of areas, facilitating group control.


“The orientation light function helps to dim the lighting after the defined switch-off time has elapsed. This can be limited to a certain time or be permanently active if no movement is detected and the set light value is not exceeded. “The ‘guided light’ function has been implemented at OCA Global Group to synchronise the motion detection of several groups, especially in stairwells where no occupancy detectors are installed. This increases the energy efficiency of the building, and at the same time the employees benefit from the high comfort of the building automation.” B.E.G. installed its PD4 detectors in the new building which are available as switching detectors for KNX, BMS DALI-2, DALI-SYS, DALI-LINK and Casambi. Thanks to permanent mixed light measurement, the lighting controls


A world-leading certification company has opened a new headquarters in Spain with an intelligent energy-saving B.E.G. lighting control system, ensuring the building is ‘ready for the future’.


white, grey, and black and may be paired with a variety of modular and multimedia combination plates, allowing for a bespoke creation. All designs are available with dual earths for high integrity earthing, angled top-down terminals for quick installation, and are designed to accommodate 25-35mm back boxes (depending on wiring conditions). Finally, all Knightsbridge 45W USB charger wiring accessories – whether 230V 13A two-gang switched USB sockets or 50mm Euro modules – are warrantied for two years. www.mlaccessories.co.uk 01582 887760.


manufacturer achieved excellent results in rooms with challenging lighting situations, such as in the glass open-plan offices.


The PD4 model with an extra-large detection range of 30 metres was used for higher ceilings in the building. 0870 8505412 info@beguk.co.uk


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