Only Use Manufacturer Approved Parts

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Published: Thursday, 04 April 2019 10:10

With the 18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations come new recommendations as well as increased levels of regulation.

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Electrium Launches Podcast Series

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Published: Monday, 18 March 2019 13:51

Electrium, one of the UK’s largest electrical installation equipment manufacturing and supply companies, home to leading brands such as Crabtree, Wylex and Volex Accessories has launched a new podcast series.

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British Standard BS EN 60669-1 Switches For Household And Similar Fixed-electrical Installations Amended

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Published: Tuesday, 05 February 2019 09:01

BS EN 60669-1:2018
Switches for household and similar fixed-electrical installations.
General requirements

Publication Date: 30 July 2018
Replaces: BS EN 60669-1:1999+A2:2008
Amended By: Corrigendum, December 2018

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British Standard BS EN 60898-1 Circuit Breakers Issued

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Published: Monday, 04 February 2019 15:04

BS EN 60898-1:2019
Electrical accessories.
Circuit-breakers for overcurrent protection for household and similar installations.
Circuit-breakers for a.c. operation

Publication Date: 01 February 2019
Replaces: BS EN 60898-1:2003+A13:2012

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Choosing Wiring Accessories? Trust Your Instinct

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Published: Wednesday, 23 January 2019 09:05

Chunky white wiring accessories are a thing of the past. But with so many providers offering various finishes and styles how does a range set itself apart from the rest?

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Crabtree: 1919 To 2019 And Beyond

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Published: Thursday, 17 January 2019 09:45

One hundred years ago John Ashworth Crabtree designed and patented a quick make and quick break switch.

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AFDDs Requirements, Recommendations & Solutions

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Published: Wednesday, 19 September 2018 13:15

To help designers and installers comply with the 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations Crabtree has launched a range of AFDDs (Arc Fault Detection Devices) that fit into any new or existing installation with a Starbreaker consumer unit.

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Crabtree, Wylex & Volex Accessories To Attend ELEX Show

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Published: Thursday, 06 September 2018 13:36

Electrium, the UK’s leading electrical group, home to brands like Crabtree, Wylex and Volex Accessories will be exhibiting at all ELEX Shows this autumn.

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Tridonic Launch New Sensors Fit For DALI-2

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Published: Wednesday, 29 August 2018 16:00

Tridonic has launched a new series of sensors that can detect both motion and ambient light. Developed in accordance with the IEC-62386-103 standard and prepared for certification by the Digital Illumination Interface Alliance (DiiA), the sensors are suitable for commercially available DALI-2 controllers and can easily be integrated into lighting and building management systems.

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Crabtree’s Miniature RCBO Spells Safety In The Home And Garden

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Published: Wednesday, 30 May 2018 09:34

It goes without saying that electrical installation work in a home must be designed and installed to protect people from fire and electric shocks, but what about the garden? Given the greater risk of electric shock outdoors, there’s a need to protect homeowners outdoors, too.

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