ELUCIAN EXPANDS THREE PHASE RANGE WITH NEW 125A THREE PHASE TO SINGLE PHASE CONVERTER

Elucian has expanded its growing three-phase distribution range with the launch of a new 125A Three Phase to Single Phase Converter, providing installers and contractors with a practical, cost-effective solution for converting a 125A three-phase board into a single-phase board.

Designed specifically for use with Elucian’s three-phase distribution boards, the 125A Three Phase to Single Phase Converter allows a TPN board to be adapted for a single-phase incoming-supply. The new converter also enables installers to repurpose an existing three-phase board where a 125A single-phase solution is now required, removing the need for a complete board replacement. This flexibility makes it ideal for commercial and industrial installations.

The converter has been engineered with ease of installation and space efficiency in mind. Measuring just 78mm x 20mm x 88mm, its compact L-shaped design allows it to sit flush against the main switch, maximising valuable board space and delivering a neat, professional finish.

A key feature of the new converter is its innovative connection method. The unit connects directly to the screw terminals, eliminating the need for a lug and leaving the terminals free for future additions. This simplifies installation while maintaining a tidy internal arrangement within the board.

For enhanced safety, a dedicated busbar cover is incorporated into the design, providing additional protection once installed. The converter also fits neatly beneath Elucian’s 125A shroud, delivering an extra layer of protection and ensuring seamless integration with the existing range.

Compatible with all current Elucian three-phase boards and suitable for use with both 3-pole and 4-pole 125A main switches, the converter extends the versatility of the Elucian three-phase offer.

Find out more at www.elucianuk.com

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Be the expert your customers rely on, not just the wholesaler they buy from.

Cables are used with almost all electrical supply, control and information technology installations. This EDA training module on Cables and Cable Management takes you through the various types and construction of the cables and cords available for use in an electrical installation and an overview of the different terminations and connectors that are used. This background will help you to increase your knowledge in the huge range of cables and cable management systems (CMSs) that are requested by customers on a daily basis.

Most cables supplied through distributors or wholesalers will be low-voltage power cables, data cables or control cables. Higher voltage cables, as used by the power utilities (Distribution Network Operators and Independent Distribution Network Operators), some fibre optic cables and other specialist cables are also occasionally supplied by distributors or wholesalers.

Great service, loyal customers, better business

Getting the right cable to the right customer first time means fewer things sent back and fewer awkward phone calls. And once your team feels more confident they’ll naturally start suggesting the right add-ons too – which is good for them and good for your business.

The EDA’s training module Cables and Cable Management covers:

• Wiring systems
• Telecommunications cables
• Optical fibre cables
• Special cables
• Substandard and counterfeit cables
• Cable fire performance
• Cable management systems
• Cable termination

Test your knowledge

Have a go at this quiz sampled from the Cables and Cable Management module and check your answers below. If the results show that you need to boost your team’s know-how, talk to the EDA today.

Q1: What colour insulation is used to denote a protective earth conductor?
Q2: Is there a possible spark risk when optical fibre cables are cut?
Q3: To what do the following acronyms refer: LFH and LSF?
Q4: What does an IP4X rating specify?
Q5: What is the connection between a conductor and other equipment or accessory called?
Q6: What is meant by ‘loose tube’ cable constructions in an optic fibre cable?

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Answers:

A1: Green/yellow
A2: No – they are intrinsically safe
A3: Low fire hazards (LFH) and low smoke and fume (LSF) cables
A4: Protected against access by fine wire (1.0 mm thick or greater)
A5: A termination
A6: Primary coated optical fibres without any additional coatings or layers, threaded through tubes.

How did you do?

Full marks: Well done.

3 – 5 out of 6: Time to fill in any gaps in your knowledge and build confidence.

Less than 3: EDA Product Knowledge Training needed.

Watch the video and download the Course Directory

There’s plenty of information online at www.eda.org.uk, including a video and a downloadable course directory, giving you a summary of what’s covered in each of the 12 training modules.

The EDA team is ready to help. Call 020 3141 7350 or email training@eda.org.uk

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Sevadis has launched its new MaxiCharger Gen2 range, a comprehensive EV charging portfolio designed to meet the needs of residential, commercial and public charging applications.

The range comprises eight chargers, spanning from a 7.4kW AC home charging unit through to rapid and ultra-rapid DC charging solutions for shared, paid-for and underground parking environments. Available in a variety of wall, post, pillar, single, dual and quad configurations, the range has been developed to offer flexibility today while remaining scalable for future requirements.

To simplify installation, every MaxiCharger Gen2 model incorporates Sevadis’ Rapid Install technology and can be commissioned using the company’s Installer App. Features such as integrated CT clamps, digital commissioning and SmartDock mounting are designed to reduce installation time and make future maintenance or replacement straightforward.

The range also incorporates Sevadis’ SmartBox, SmartMesh and SmartCloud technologies, providing load management, wireless networking and integration with site management platforms. A MID-approved meter is included as standard, while selected models feature a high-resolution colour display that can support additional revenue-generating opportunities.

Sustainability has also been a key focus, with Solar Charging integration allowing users to make use of surplus renewable energy. Looking ahead, all models are V2X-enabled and ready to support vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home functionality through future firmware updates.

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NVC Lighting has launched GREENLAND PRO, a high-performance IP66-rated non-corrosive LED lighting range designed to simplify installation while delivering reliable performance across demanding commercial and industrial applications.

Developed with installers in mind, the new range features NVC’s 2 FIX installation system, which separates first-fix and second-fix stages to support flexible project sequencing and streamline on-site workflows. During first fix, the base can be secured and the mains supply prepared, while the detachable light engine can be installed later when the project is ready for commissioning.

To further simplify installation, GREENLAND PRO incorporates prepared cable and conduit entry points that are pre-drilled, tapped and plugged, helping to maintain IP66 integrity without the need for additional drilling. A movable terminal block and terminal block on a flying lead provide added flexibility, enabling installers to position connections to suit a variety of cable entry requirements.

Designed for a wide range of applications, including car parks, warehouses, logistics facilities, industrial environments, plant rooms and service areas, GREENLAND PRO combines robust construction with a flexible specification. The range offers selectable outputs, multiple size options and a choice of emergency, sensor and control features, allowing specifiers and contractors to tailor solutions to individual project requirements.

Performance has also been a key focus, with efficiencies of up to 169lm/W helping to reduce energy consumption while maintaining high-quality illumination. The luminaires are protected to IP66 against dust and water ingress and achieve an IK10 impact rating, making them suitable for challenging environments where durability is essential.

The integrated light engine incorporates the diffuser, LEDs, driver and terminal block into a single unit, reducing installation complexity and requiring only one set of clips to be opened and closed during fitting and maintenance.

Backed by NVC’s seven-year PROe warranty, GREENLAND PRO has been engineered to provide long-term reliability while supporting efficient installation and flexible project delivery from first fix through to final commissioning.

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A look at the latest display solutions to help your in-store purchases.

COLOURFUL ENGAGEMENT

ENER-J believes that effective point-of-sale (POS) displays can help electrical wholesalers turn valuable branch and counter space into an opportunity to generate additional sales.

Many innovative lighting and smart products can be difficult to communicate from packaging alone, which is why ENER-J has developed ready-to-use POS solutions that allow products and their key features to be presented clearly in-store.

The company’s latest displays include the RGBIC + CCT Designer surface light range, allowing customers to see the colour-changing and CCT features, alongside its Designer LED wall lights display. The aim is to create an eye-catching presentation that encourages customer engagement and helps branch staff introduce new products more easily.

The displays are designed to give wholesalers a practical and professional way to showcase products without the need to create their own merchandising solution. By helping customers see how ENER-J products look and understand their key features, a well positioned POS display can help create interest and encourage additional sales.

ENER-J continues to invest in developing POS and display solutions across its product range. The company is keen to work with its wholesale partners to create attractive in-store presentations that support product awareness and sales.

To secure your ENER-J POS, contact jay@ener-j.co.uk or click here

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Wiring accessories may be among the most familiar products on an electrical installation, but that does not mean the category stands still. Dogan Dogan, Product Manager – Wiring Accessories at BG, examines the next generation of wiring accessories.

As contractors look for ways to complete work more quickly and efficiently, manufacturers are increasingly examining how established products can be redesigned around the practical realities of life on site.

The latest trends are being shaped by common demands – greater flexibility, simpler installation, easier maintenance and the ability to adapt products to changing customer requirements. For electricians, innovation is increasingly valuable when it removes complexity rather than adding it.

Modularity is playing an important role in this evolution. Rather than relying solely on fixed, pre-configured accessories, modular systems allow installers to build the combination required for a particular application. Individual modules can also be replaced or changed as requirements evolve, helping installations remain adaptable. And, for wholesalers, a common modular platform can simplify product selection and reduce the need to hold every possible finished combination in stock.

It’s these trends that are behind the launch of BG GridLite, a new screwless, clip-in modular switching system that represents the first stage of a wider development across the BG wiring accessories portfolio.

Making installation easier

At the heart of GridLite is a simple principle – reducing unnecessary complication for the installer. Traditional modular systems can involve separate fixing components and the challenge of assembling multiple parts before an installation is complete. GridLite takes a different approach with a screwless clip-in system and a unique yoke-free construction.

Modules simply push into place, eliminating the need for fiddly fixing screws. The yoke-free design also means modules can be fitted either way up. Modules can be wired before the faceplate is fitted helping to streamline installation.

Engineered for modern lighting applications, GridLite’s single-width modules are rated at 20A, while standard switch modules fit 16mm back boxes, helping installers minimise rework where existing back boxes can be retained.

GridLite has been developed by listening to what installers want from a modular switching system and they wanted a solution that is quicker to install, easier to adapt and flexible enough to suit a wide range of applications.

Flexibility built in

One of the defining benefits of modular systems is the ability to create bespoke configurations. Customers increasingly expect wiring accessories to provide more than basic switching, with requirements varying according to the building, room and application.

GridLite offers standard, intermediate and retractive switches, key switches, touch dimmers, blank modules and USB-C charging modules. This enables installers to configure accessories for a project rather than working around a limited number of fixed combinations. The compact single-module touch dimmer occupies the same footprint as a standard switch, while up to three modules can be installed on a single square plate.

With GridLite, each module can be removed and replaced independently without removing adjacent modules or replacing the complete device. This makes maintenance and future alterations simpler.

One platform, multiple finishes

While functionality and ease of installation remain central to product development, aesthetics continue to be important across domestic, commercial and specification projects.

GridLite has been designed to integrate across BG’s established wiring accessory ranges, including White Moulded, Nexus Metal, Flatplate Screwless, Evolve, Metal Clad and Part M.

Using a common modular platform across multiple accessory finishes allows installers to configure a consistent system while giving customers freedom over the final appearance.

For wholesalers, the approach can also simplify conversations at the trade counter, with a common platform offering greater consistency across functions and finishes.

The start of a wider change

The GridLite launch is not intended to be an isolated product development. It represents the first stage of a wider move towards a fully modular, yoke-free screwless switching system across the BG Wiring Accessories portfolio.

The new modular approach will also begin to be introduced across BG’s existing plated switch ranges. The transition will take place as a running change, with existing switches gradually moving to the updated modular design as new versions filter into the market over the following months.

As updated products become available, GridLite and the subsequent developments to BG’s plated switches will together establish a broader common approach to modular switching.

Innovation with a practical purpose

For the electrical industry, product innovation does not always need to mean radical change. In wiring accessories, small improvements can have a meaningful impact on the time and effort required to complete a project.

Screwless clip-in modules, independent replacement and a yoke-free construction are all examples of design decisions intended to make life easier on site. The move towards a broader modular platform also recognises the importance of flexibility as customer requirements and buildings change.

The development of GridLite therefore reflects a wider trend in wiring accessories – moving towards products that are simpler to install, easier to adapt and capable of providing more choice from a common platform.

As the system is progressively rolled out across BG’s portfolio, the focus remains on practical innovation – delivering products designed around the needs of installers while providing wholesalers with a flexible and increasingly consistent switching solution. The best innovation is often the innovation that solves a problem without making the product more complicated.

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ESP has expanded its Espire domestic fire detection range with the launch of the new Espire Fire Alarm Input Module, delivering a practical and reliable solution for seamless third-party system integration across a wide range of applications including HMOs and social housing.

Designed to operate as part of the Espire alarm system using ESP’s RF-Link wire-free technology, the new input module is powered by a sealed, non-replaceable 10-year lithium battery, providing long-term reliability while significantly simplifying installation.

The wire-free design removes the need for mains wiring to the device, making it suitable for projects where cable installation is difficult, disruptive or cost prohibitive. This allows contractors and installers to complete installations quickly and efficiently, particularly in retrofit environments.

The Espire Fire Alarm Input Module enables compatible third-party devices, including fire suppression systems such as sprinklers, to trigger connected Espire alarm sounders and deliver a clear audible warning throughout the property. This enhanced level of integration provides greater flexibility for specifiers and installers working across a wide range of domestic settings.

Ideally suited for HMOs, social housing schemes and standard residential properties, the module offers a compact footprint that fits within a standard 1-gang back box, supplied as standard, enabling discreet installation.

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Mike Collins, Managing Director of Ovia, explains how the brand is redefining modular amenity lighting.

Amenity lighting has become increasingly focused on flexibility, durability and ease of maintenance – and Ovia’s Beelo Bollard has steadily established itself as a system that delivers all three. With its modular construction, interchangeable heads and practical accessory options, Beelo offers contractors a versatile solution for a wide range of exterior environments. The range is readily accessible through the electrical wholesale market, ensuring components and accessories can be sourced as projects develop.

A modular system built for real‑world use

Flexibility sits at the heart of the Beelo concept. Users can choose between flat, domed, cone or louvered bollard heads, available in black or anthracite grey finishes. Each head is supplied separately from the standard post, allowing installers to customise the appearance and performance without replacing the entire unit.

Every head is pre-wired with a Unicrimp Q‑Nect IP68 connector and supplied with 150mm of cable and four 3-port lever connectors, ensuring a waterproof, time‑saving connection. It’s a practical solution to common exterior‑lighting frustrations such as fiddly wiring and moisture ingress.

Emergency versions are also available, featuring a built‑in test button that activates the emergency function when pressed and held – a simple, integrated way for facilities teams to verify operation across large sites.

Accessories that solve everyday challenges

Beelo’s accessory ecosystem is designed to tackle real‑world issues that installers and site managers face. The impact‑absorbing base is a standout option for car parks and high‑traffic areas. Its built‑in spring mechanism allows 360° impact absorption and a tilt of up to 30°, before returning the bollard to its upright position. This dramatically reduces damage and replacement costs where accidental knocks are common.

Another useful addition is the 180° shield guard, which can be retrofitted easily around the diffuser. It provides effective control of unwanted light spillage – particularly valuable near office windows, residential properties or areas with strict light‑pollution considerations.

Performance that meets modern standards

Beelo’s technical specification ensures it can be deployed confidently across a wide range of outdoor settings:

• IP65 and IK08 rated
• 360° beam angle
• Maximum lumen output of 3600Lm
• Efficacy up to 144Lm/W
• CCT switchability: 3000K/4000K/6000K
• Power switchability: 14W/19W/24W
• Five‑year warranty

This combination of switchable colour temperature and wattage means a single product can serve multiple lighting requirements – warm residential pathways, neutral commercial walkways or crisp high‑visibility zones – without the need to specify multiple SKUs.

Designed for evolving sites

What makes Beelo particularly relevant today is its adaptability. As sites change, Beelo can change with them. Heads can be swapped, accessories added, performance tuned and emergency capability integrated where needed. With the range available through the wholesale channel, contractors can access replacement parts and accessories with minimal delay.

In an industry where flexibility is becoming as important as performance, Beelo’s modular approach positions it as a smart, future‑proof choice for amenity lighting.

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Knightsbridge has added Helix – a modular non-corrosive lighting range engineered to deliver flexibility, durability and installation efficiency across demanding commercial and industrial environments – to its extensive commercial lighting portfolio.

An upgrade from the trusted Torlan range and designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, Helix combines robust construction with modular functionality, offering designers, specifiers and installers and specifiers a versatile lighting platform that can be adapted to suit a wide variety of projects. The range includes three product tiers – Helix One, Helix Shift and Helix Max – each tailored to different application requirements while sharing a common focus on performance, reliability and ease of installation.

Manufactured from anti-corrosive polycarbonate and fitted with stainless steel clips as standard, every Helix fitting is rated IP66 and IK10, providing protection against water ingress, dust and impact in challenging environments. Each fitting also incorporates rear, side and end conduit entries, detachable terminal blocks, large bracket fixing points and compatibility with BESA box mounting to simplify installation on site.

At the entry level, Helix One delivers a cost effective modular solution with fixed wattage outputs and a 4000K colour temperature. emergency and microwave sensor modules, enabling greater flexibility without the need for additional product stockholding.

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Bunker has launched new additions to its Van Storage collection designed to keep the trade’s tools organised and protected from thieves.

Designed for maximum security, these latest lines all feature a discreet built-in holder for an AirTag or similar Bluetooth tracker and proudly hold the police-backed Secured by Design status and a silver rating by Sold Secure.

Designed to give your customers peace of mind, the new additions to the range all proudly hold police-backed Secured by Design status and a silver rating by Sold Secure.

The T2 Outback is a large box designed to securely store larger tools and equipment. It’s ideal for the van and can equally be used as a site box.

The T3 Tipper is ideal for tipper trucks or for use as a site box. It’s especially suited for landscaping jobs and storing large equipment such as chain saws and strimmers.

The S2 Slim Slider sits perfectly at the side of a van’s sliding door or rear double doors, making tools and equipment easily accessible from its smooth sliding drawer. Featuring a high-security, low profile design and ball-bearing drawer slides which allow the full extension of the drawer, it’s ideal for storing power tools and equipment.

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