Electrical Contracting News (ECN) September 2017 | Page 40

ED&I EXPO From initial discussions, Ecolighting is on hand to offer impartial advice about the best solutions for the needs of the project ensuring that customers’ operations are at the heart of what is created. Stop by Stands 25 and 50 to get the full picture. Epson will be showcasing its large range of specialist label machines designed specifi cally for all the tasks and environments contractors encounter. Epson says its LabelWorks range of printers provides electrical and IT contractors a simple to use hand-held label printing solution. By using the Epson Label editor application on a mobile phone and a LabelWorks printer, contractors can quickly and easily produce high visibility safety signage, magnetic labels and heat shrink wrap for tagging electrical equipment including, network comms cables, audio visual cables, pipes and machinery. Examples of products from the range include the the LW-K400VP, a lightweight device with a built-in keyboard and many productivity features marking it out as the fl agship in its class. Extra- large fonts, new symbols and upgraded templates make labels easier and more economical for electricians, AV installers and warehouse and asset managers, says the maker. Find out more on Stand 7. Europa Components is attending as one of the country’s leading suppliers and service providers of switchgear, enclosures, distribution equipment, circuit protection, fuses, surge Epson will highlight its complete range of labelling solutions. protection, plugs and sockets and control gear solutions for the UK market. With a history spanning over 40 years, Europa provides a full service including design, assembly, technical /sales and product supply for the entire UK electrical wholesale market. Just one of the new products from the company’s large range that it will be able to highlight will be the family of Refl ex Pendant Control Stations. The company says the new Refl ex range of single-row push-button stations feature an innovative modern design offering ease of installation and high performance. Well suited for heavy-duty applications such as hoists and cranes, various controls and switch confi gurations are available in pendant sizes ranging from two all the way up to 12 buttons. The pendants are shock proof and resistant to atmospheric agents, oils and temperature changes. Rubber gaskets ensure protection against dust and liquids and there is internal space allowing for all connections to be made quickly and easily. See which one is suitable for your needs on 47. Stands 28, 29, 46, 47 Flex Connectors will be exhibiting its expansive range of fl ex7 lighting connection and control products. Flex Connectors’ products are designed and manufactured in the UK, with the fl ex7 System providing a modular lighting connection and control solution for industrial and commercial buildings. The system is prefabricated and products simply plug together on-site, reducing the requirement for skilled labour and saving time too. Installation time can be cut by up to 60% when using the fl ex7 System says its manufacturer. All connection boxes in the range are 16A and 7-pole, which means they are compatible with either simple on/off or dimming control. Each connection box has a spare socket on the end, so that units can be plugged directly into each other. Flex7 lighting controls simply plug into any outlet on a box. Flex Connectors want to tell your more on Stand 95. Visit the British Electrotechnical and Allied Manufacturers Association (BEAMA) at Stand 77 to fi nd out more about its recent announcement that it will be working together with GAMBICA as MSSI (Market Surveillance Support Initiative) UK. The partnership aims to raise awareness of the risks associated with non-compliant products and support the UK market surveillance authorities to identify and take action to remove these potentially unsafe products from the market. Both BEAMA and GAMBICA work with their members to ensure their interests are well represented in the relevant political, regulatory and standardisation issues at UK, EU and international levels. The primary objectives are to further the successful development of the industry and to promote the competitiveness and profi tability of member companies. BEAMA is driving a number of initiatives aimed at improving consumer safety through raised awareness and removal of counterfeit and non-compliant products from the supply chain, says the association. Europa Reflex Pendant Control Stations The new Reflex range of single-row pendant control stations offers an innovative design delivering ease of installation and high performance. Ideal for heavy duty applications such as hoists and cranes. Various controls and switch configurations are available in pendant sizes ranging from 2 to 12 buttons. For technical advice, including bespoke versions, contact our technical department on 01582 692 444 or via email: [email protected] www.europapendantstations.com