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ECA says Government FITs appeal defeat means wild ride for the industry

The Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) says the Government’s unsuccessful High Court appeal to the recent ruling on solar PV feed-in tariffs could mean a wild ride for an industry that is already reeling from Government announcements in the last few months. Paul Reeve, ECA Head of Environment, says: “Before anyone celebrates, we should remember that future funding for FITs is not unlimited. Some of the available cash could now be used u... [more]

Megger releases comprehensive power test overview

The new shortform catalogue from Megger is an indispensible guide for everyone whose work involves choosing and using electrical test equipment. With essential details of well over 100 of the latest and most innovative instruments for test applications in the electrical power sector, the catalogue, “Portable Test Instruments for Maintenance of Electrical Power Systems” is conveniently arranged for fast and easy reference, and includes photograph... [more]

Dycon's D1800 PoE powers a wide range of network peripherals without the need for individual localised power supply units

At IFSEC 2011, Dycon launched the D1800 Series, a new range of PoE power supplies suitable for a whole variety of applications. The D1800 Series provides a simple way of powering a wide range of network peripherals, without the need for individual localised power supply units. These peripherals include: - IP network-based cameras (fixed or PTZ) - IP phones - Access control systems - POS terminals - Any other IP devices that require local... [more]

Technical data and ePLAN P8 macros for PULS UK's Dimension and MiniLine ranges now available on the ePLAN Data Portal

The ePLAN P8 software, developed by the Friedhelm Loh Group offers unlimited options for project planning, documentation and administration of automation projects. With around 60% of the market ePlan is the leading player in this sector. Technical data and ePLAN P8 macros for PULS UK's Dimension and MiniLine ranges are now available on the ePLAN Data Portal. The portal provides access to high-end CAE/CAD software used by designers in the field... [more]

Preventing power viruses

Power viruses are an appropriate description of the power quality problems that can plague electronic systems. Like other viruses, they are invisible, often announcing their presence only after some initial damage. The effects can range from minor annoyance to catastrophic. But our dependence on sophisticated technology has created an increased awareness regarding the need to safeguard system integrity, and this safe computing approach shoul... [more]

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