Latest articles on 17th Edition Wiring Regulations 
Legrand is the first to respond to regulation changes(01/02/2012)
Legrand responded first to an amendment to the 17th Edition Wiring Regulations that means the vast majority of metallic cable trunking systems are no longer suitable for use with single insulated (non-sheathed) cables. BS7671: 2008 – Amendment No. 1: 2011 came into force for all new designs on January 1st, 2012 and Section 521.10.1 stipulates the need for trunking to deliver IPXXD or IP4X protection when used with single insulated (non-sheathed) cables – something that standard IP30 rated sys... [more]
Keep up to date with new legislation with Schneider Electric training(17/12/2010)
To make it easier for electrical engineers, contractors and installers to book training courses with Schneider Electric has enhanced the training section of its website. In addition, Schneider Electric now has a dedicated training team who provide the facility to book training over the phone or by email, making it simpler and easier for customers to make contact. With a raft of new legislation being introduced in an increasingly competitive market, it is vital for those in the electrical indu... [more]
Screwfix offers low cost systems to help installers comply with 17th Edition Wiring Regulations(11/06/2008)
The new 17th Edition Wiring Regulations will have significant effects on electrical installations. As well as stating that all socket outlets should be protected by 30mA RCDs, the Regulations state that all circuits in rooms containing a fixed bath or shower should be protected by one or more 30mA RCDs. Similarly, unless earthed mechanical protection is in place, all cables that are buried beneath the plaster surface of a wall partition (at less than 50mm), and cables which are concealed in me... [more]
ELECSA seminars offer a quick overview of the new regulations(12/12/2007)
ELECSA is running a series of free open evenings on the new 17th Edition Wiring Regulations and Part P. With a choice of locations around the country, the sessions are held in the evening and are an ideal opportunity to keep up to speed with the latest electrical regulations. Managing and Operations Manager for ELECSA Steve Mitchell explains "with the release of the 17th edition, the seminars offer an ideal opportunity to gain a quick overview of the new regulations. Our technical staff will ... [more]
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