Katie Plumstead, Group Marketing Manager at Scolmore Group, looks at the opportunities presented by the continued growth of the outdoor living market.

As the outdoor living market continues to grow – driven by homeowners’ desire to extend usable space beyond the front door – demand is rising for electrical installations that are smarter, safer and built to withstand the elements. Wholesalers are uniquely placed to support electricians and specifiers in selecting smart outdoor power and lighting solutions that deliver long-term reliability. Products that offer proven durability, full compliance with current standards, and straightforward installation will be key drivers of trade sales this season.

At Scolmore Group, we remain committed to investing in product development and innovation to ensure our outdoor power products keep pace with these evolving market demands -delivering robust performance, installer-friendly design and assured compliance with the latest regulations.

Weatherproof power solutions

Outdoor installations present unique challenges – varying temperatures, moisture ingress and UV exposure all take their toll on electrical accessories. In this environment, specified products must deliver durability without compromise.

Power can be brought safely to sheds, office spaces, heating and hot tubs, with Click Scolmore’s Aquip66 range of IP66 rated, easy-to-install 10A and 20A weatherproof outdoor switches and sockets. The IP66-rated weatherproof socket and switch enclosures offer users a single fix installation. The range includes 1 and 2 gang switch enclosures which utilise MiniGrid single width switch modules which are rated at 10A, as well as 1 and 2 gang switches that utilise the GridPro range of modules and offer 20A switching options. A 13A switched fused connection unit is also available with a semi-transparent cover with neon power indicator, as well as with a standard cover.

Smart power

Beyond power outlets, the outdoor category increasingly intersects with connectivity and control. With power brought to the outdoor spaces, Scolmore’s Click Smart+ range will allow remote control of any electrical elements outside via the Click Smart+ app – switching on lighting, controlling an outdoor appliance or sprinklers, or the ability to switch off power for security.

The Click Smart+ range has been created to simplify and streamline connected home products – lighting controls, smart sockets, security cameras and sensors. It utilises Zigbee technology – one of the most widely adopted smart home communication protocols. Zigbee certified devices require the Click Smart+ Hub and communicate with each other using a mesh network. This creates multiple pathways for the connection of multiple smart home devices without compromising signal and communication range.

The right connection

Providing a strong, quick and reliable solution when working with cables and power outdoors is the Q-NECT IP66 Weatherproof Junction Box from Scolmore Group company Unicrimp. It can house four of the 3 Port Lever Connectors using a 360° detachable cradle, while the curved lid provides additional space for wires. The lid is secured with quarter-turn fasteners, and 10 membrane entry points allow for flexible cable access. Protection against moisture and dust is enhanced by self-sealing membranes, which enable faster and more secure cable entry while maintaining the IP66 rating.

Featuring semi-transparent lids, the junction boxes are available in black or anthracite grey. The anthracite grey option has been specifically designed to complement the Click Aquip66 weatherproof socket and switch enclosures, which are also available with matching semi-transparent lids.

Lighting the way

Lighting remains one of the core product sectors for wholesalers, and outdoor lighting has seen steady demand as gardens, patios, pathways and driveways become extensions of the living space. Ovia Lighting’s portfolio of innovative lighting solutions offers a comprehensive suite of outdoor-ready fittings designed for performance, efficiency and reliability.

Ovia’s Pathfinder LED floodlights are an ideal way to provide ambient lighting around the garden – lighting up walkways, driveways, as well as highlighting architectural features when used as an up-lighter. The range offers 40 options from 10W to 300W, with fittings up to 50W available in both black and white finishes and they come in a choice of Warm White or Cool White colour temperatures. The standard range can be used with remote sensors PIRs (indoor and outdoor) or Microwave sensors (indoor only) as well as with the Click Smart+ control system.

The Ovia portfolio also includes a comprehensive garden lighting range which sits within the company’s Amenity Lighting category. There are seven different wall light designs in the range including a variety of up and down LED wall lights and boxed wall lights, LED bollards and a spike light. The majority of the range is available in cool white 4000k and warm white 3000k colour options. With warm white a very popular choice for external garden lighting schemes due to its softer light source, Ovia is experiencing high demand for this collection.

A strong partnership

For electrical wholesalers, outdoor power represents a growing opportunity to add value through informed product selection and availability. Scolmore Group remains committed to supporting the electrical supply chain with products that deliver performance, safety and ease of use. By working closely with wholesalers and installers, we aim to ensure that outdoor power installations are built to withstand the elements – and the expectations of modern users.

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The launch of the all-new LTFL Floodlight Series marks another bold step forward for LEDLite

The LTFL Series is fully CCT switchable, IP65 rated, and available in multi-wattage options across three distinctive models: the LTFL10, LTFL235, and LTFL810. Each one delivers powerful performance in a sleek, durable housing, built to thrive in all weather conditions. But this range isn’t just about power, it’s about choice, control, and adaptability.

The LTFL10 is the dependable 10W fixed-output unit that brings simplicity and efficiency together. It’s the perfect solution for smaller areas where precision lighting is key. Step up to the LTFL235, and you get a flexible multi-wattage unit, switchable between 20W, 30W, and 50W, to match your exact requirements at the flick of a switch. And for larger spaces or commercial use, the LTFL810 delivers a commanding 80W or 100W output that transforms any space into a brilliantly lit environment.

Every model in the series comes in three smart variations, Standard, PIR Sensor, and Microwave Sensor, and each features selectable colour temperature control (3000K warm white, 4000K cool white, and 6000K daylight). This means that users can create the perfect ambience or meet specific security needs, whatever the setting.

The Standard Model offers straightforward, always-on functionality when wired to a switch or timer, ideal for consistent illumination in car parks, workshops, and outdoor areas.

The PIR Sensor Model introduces intelligent motion detection using passive infrared technology, lighting up only when movement or body heat is detected.

For the ultimate in smart lighting, the Microwave Sensor model takes detection to the next level. Using high-frequency waves, it can sense even subtle movement through glass, thin walls, or around corners, making it ideal for sensitive or obstructed environments. Plus, the included remote control lets users fine-tune every setting, from sensor sensitivity to delayed shut-off times, and even colour temperature, all from a distance.

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No longer the preserve of experienced lighting and interior designers, LED strip lighting has grown in popularity over the last decade. A key revenue stream for electrical wholesalers, in this article we speak with Chris Anderson, Technical Manager at Ansell Lighting, who offers more insight into the latest strip lighting solutions and best practices for merchandising and selling this in-demand product category.

Although it has been around for the best part of 25 years, it is only more recently that LED strip lighting has become a mainstream lighting solution. Previously the mainstay of experienced designers, the rise of social media and its increasing emphasis on aesthetics and interior design have thrown strip lighting to the fore.

Versatility

Popular in homes, hospitality and retail spaces alike, LED strip lighting is a versatile lighting option that can be used in an array of different spaces. From illuminating shelving units and wardrobe interiors to ceiling alcoves and other structural features, strip lighting can be used almost anywhere and to create a variety of effects.

With demand surging and end users increasingly aware of its benefits, strip lighting represents a valuable revenue opportunity for wholesalers. To capitalise on this, wholesalers should carefully consider the compilation of their ranges, offering a diverse selection of strip lighting products that appeal to different applications and demands.

Seamless, dot free COB strips are ideal for spaces where LED strips may be visible such as shopfitting and under cabinet lighting or reflective spaces where a lot of light may bounce back. These strips offer a continuous line of light thanks to a uniform phosphor coating for enhanced aesthetic appearance.

Other popular options include dim to warm strips which offer a choice of colour temperatures, eco strips which prioritise cost-effectiveness, high efficiency strips which offer great energy saving benefits and strips with different cutting points that offer complete control over the exact run length.

There are also versions suitable for outdoor use or in wet spaces such as showers and flexible strip lights which allow the tape to bend around curves and corners – ideal for illuminating curved features. 

Product options

In addition to the type of strip lighting on offer, when curating a range there are many other product options wholesalers need to consider and make available. The first is the length of strip lighting sold. Packs commonly range from 5m up to 50m long and wholesalers should ensure that a variety are available to appeal to installers working on different sized projects.

Many strip formats will also be available in different colour options – from white to tunable white, RGB, RGBW and RGBTW.  There are even pixel versions available that offer the advantage of individually controllable LEDs – allowing dynamic lighting effects to be created. Ideal for interactive spaces such as bowling alleys or arcades, they allow smooth animations and customisable colour sequences to be created in just about any colour required. Stocking a good selection of these will ensure all types of projects are catered for.

Another factor wholesalers should consider is ensuring they offer LED strips with smart functionality. Appealing to installers working on both smart lighting projects and more standard installations, smart strips offer users complete control and automation over their lighting use and settings and are extremely popular with homeowners and commercial clients alike. Lights can be programmed to operate at specific times of day and at specified colour and brightness levels for a sophisticated and customised experience – all with a simple voice command or with the use of an app.

Wholesalers will also need to carry a comprehensive selection of LED strip accessories to ensure compatibility and ease of installation. These include a variety of LED drivers – the suitability of which will depend on whether dimming is required and whether the product is being used indoors or outdoors and at what voltage; controllers, pre-wired connectors, flexible connectors and straight connectors. Aluminium profiles are also essential. These are used where strip lighting may be more visible for a more professional aesthetic. Different profiles are needed depending on application and those commonly available include plaster in, suspended, cove, step edge, recessed and surface.  Compatible motion sensors are also popular accessories, used inside cupboards and wardrobes to ensure lights come on when doors open.

As with all products, when it comes to sales generation wholesalers should ensure that staff are well educated on the LED strip lighting products they sell, their differences and suitability for specific applications.

Specific product factors staff will need to be aware of include SDCM, which refers to standard deviation colour matching – this measures the closeness of colour between LEDs on a printed circuit board. The lower the value, the closer the colour consistency will be.

Copper PCB weight is another term staff should understand and refers to the thickness of the copper used in the printed circuit board. The higher the weight, the better the performance of the strip.

LED pitch refers to the distance between the LED chips on the printed circuit board. The closer the distance the smoother and more seamless the light distribution will appear.

Installation

One of the major benefits of strip lighting is that it is also incredibly easy to install and set up – something that staff should be quick to highlight to wholesale customers during the sales process. Most LED strip lights have an adhesive backing, allowing them to be mounted instantly and directly onto clean, dry surfaces without the need for brackets or screws. If the positioning of the strip makes it more visible, strips can also be easily set in aluminium extrusion profiles for a more professional aesthetic. Once in place, the strip is cut to length at marked intervals and connected using plug-and-play connectors or soldered joins, depending on the system. They are then ready to use.

Whether it’s a new-fit or refurbishment project, LED strip lights are an incredibly popular lighting option and the market is showing no signs of slowing down. Valued at $4.4billion globally in 2023, it is projected to almost triple in size by 2031 to $12billion. With such huge potential for growth and revenue generation, wholesalers should ensure they are stocking a well-curated and up-to-date range to meet rising demand across both commercial and residential sectors.

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The BATM range of single colour and tri-CCT, quad-wattage modular LED battens from Knightsbridge is versatile, efficient and easy to install. Knightsbridge uses advanced modular design to meet a wide range of lighting needs with fewer parts, reducing stock requirements for suppliers and installers.

The BATM’s flexible design allows for easy conversion to emergency, microwave, or a combination of both using plug-and-play accessories. This adaptability ensures the product can be customised quickly and simply, without the need for extra components or complex processes.

It is also an innovative replacement for the BATS LED battens, delivering the same reliable performance with enhanced versatility.

Installation is quick and straightforward thanks to push-fit terminals, loop-in/loop-out wiring, rear and end 20mm conduit entries, and standard 600mm fixing centres. BESA box compatibility and a hinged gear tray further enhance convenience, ensuring a retrofit-friendly installation that saves both time and effort.

With an efficiency of up to 140 lumens per watt, the BATM reduces energy consumption significantly compared to traditional lighting fixtures. This improved efficiency lowers operating costs, reduces the carbon footprint, and delivers substantial energy savings over time.

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Ovia, part of the Scolmore Group of companies, has introduced E-Lite, a new power switchable linear batten that is designed to deliver superior performance, flexibility and ease of installation.

A premium performing luminaire, the E-Lite is available in Microwave Sensor, Emergency and Microwave Sensor & Emergency versions. Operating at an impressive 120lm/W, the E-Lite is available in two varied sizes and wattage combinations – 1,200mm (15-30W) and 1,500mm (23-40W).

Built for convenience and durability, this luminaire offers a range of features and benefits to enhance the installation process and its performance:

The modular design enhances product sustainability as microwave sensors and emergency packs can be retrofitted in-house, by distributors or contractors without the need for tools. Clear markings on the gear tray guide installation, with easy wiring via colour-coded connectors.

The E-Lite comes with a five-year warranty is compatible for a wide range of environments, including schools, gyms, sports halls, commercial spaces and more. With a focus on performance and adaptability, the E-Lite is an ideal solution for projects requiring high-quality, energy efficient lighting.

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Echoing the same sleek styling and modern design aesthetic, Ansell Lighting has created a slimmed-down version of its popular outdoor Reef wall light.

Available in both directional and bi-directional formats, the highly robust, polycarbonate Reef S lamp has been designed to ensure long-lasting performance, withstanding even salt air and coastal spray. Re-enforced with a five-year warranty, the IP65 rated lamp is the ideal option for any outdoor lighting project.

Inventively, Reef S is also supplied with three interchangeable Gobo inserts, enabling a range of decorative beam angles to be easily created for unique visual effects. This is the first lamp designed for residential applications to offer this innovative feature, fulfilling current market demand for products that deliver a highly personalised lighting experience. CCT Selectable between 3000K and 4000K, Reef S also offers users the added flexibility of choosing between warm or cool lighting hues.

Easy to install, Reef S features a unique lockable installation base plate and push-fit loop-in/loop-out terminals with a WAGO “park” area, facilitating quick and efficient wiring. A PIR option is also available for added functionality, providing increased convenience and security.

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As the warmer weather approaches and people look to make the most of their outdoor spaces, well-designed, efficient and reliable outdoor lighting becomes a desirable element for homeowners. Shyel Start, Senior Product Manager at Luceco, examines what switched on electrical wholesalers can do to make the most of this seasonal opportunity.

This is a key time for consumers to think about enhancing their outdoor spaces with thoughtful well-chosen lighting solutions. By stocking an outdoor lighting range, electrical wholesalers can not only provide the products that contractors demand to satisfy their customers but also increase their own profits.

Enhanced security

A well-lit home, especially including outdoor areas, is a simple and effective deterrent to opportunistic thieves taking advantage of the darker nights. Burglars prefer to work under the cover of darkness as it allows them to move undetected and reduces their risk of being caught. When a property is well lit, it increases the risk of them being seen by neighbours, passers by and surveillance cameras, making it a much less attractive target. Motion sensors are particularly effective as they instantly illuminate the area, whilst properly lit driveways, entries and gardens leave few places for an intruder to hide.

Comfort and convenience

Providing a level of convenience for the homeowner, especially during the summer months when people make the most of the warmer weather, outdoor lighting allows consumers to comfortably remain outside after dark, extending the amount of time they spend enjoying their gardens.

In addition, as well as enhancing the aesthetics of a home, well-considered outdoor lighting improves safety by deterring burglars, helps to prevent accidents and boosts the effectiveness of surveillance systems. It’s a smart investment for anyone with a property to protect. The demand for outdoor lighting solutions is stronger than ever, and homeowners are looking for solutions that are both functional and aesthetic.

Lighting products that perform

Since Luceco expert lighting engineers work closely with contractors so that they know what’s important to them, wholesalers can be reassured that the products will be in demand. They are designed for quick and easy installs so that contractors save time and effort during installation. The Luceco range is extensive, giving contractors options when recommending lighting solutions for outdoor spaces and our products are vigorously tested to exceed all safety and performance standards. With IP ratings that are high to deliver exceptional results in tough and variable weather conditions, Luceco is ideally positioned to offer comprehensive solutions that cater to a host of customer needs.

Floodlighting

Luceco’s Essence floodlight range offers a cutting-edge solution for residential lighting needs, providing exceptional performance, durability and ease of use. Featuring advanced LED technology, the Essence range delivers bright, energy-efficient illumination with minimal power consumption as well as superior brightness and an impressive lifespan which reduces the need for frequent replacements and helps to lower long-term maintenance costs.

IP65 rated, the Essence range is highly resistant to dust, dirt and water, making it the perfect choice for outdoor use and able to withstand a variety of weather conditions. Whether installed in gardens or on building exteriors, the robust construction and level of protection makes Essence ideal for applications where durability is crucial, such as security lighting or areas prone to rain or moisture.

Designed to make life easy for electrical contractors, the Essence range benefits from a hassle-free two-step installation process – simply install the mounting bracket and slot on the floodlight – reducing time spent on unnecessarily complicated installations. In addition, the Fit + Tilt multi-position ball joint allows for full adjustment so that the floodlight can be positioned exactly where required. Whilst setup is quick and easy offering significant time and therefore cost savings for installers, the end results are often transformative for previously underused spaces and deliver immediate and tangible benefits for customers.

Moreover, the range provides flexibility in terms of application, with options available in varying wattages and beam angles. This allows electrical contractors to tailor the lighting solution to their customers specific needs, whether it’s providing wide-area illumination for outdoor spaces or focused lighting for security or task-specific areas. With their combination of efficiency, durability, ease of installation, and adaptability, Luceco’s Essence floodlights are an excellent choice for anyone seeking reliable and versatile lighting solutions.

Sustainable solar

With a growing focus on sustainability, consumers are increasingly looking at solar lighting to fulfil this need. Luceco’s solar lighting products deliver long lasting performance and are ideal for the UK climate, having been designed to operate year-round.

Luceco’s Solar Guardian wall lights provide a versatile and eco-friendly solution for outdoor security and lighting needs. Powered entirely by solar energy, these floodlights eliminate the need for wiring and reduce electricity costs, making them an ideal choice for customers looking to lower their environmental impact while ensuring reliable lighting around their property. With built-in solar panels, the lights charge during the day and automatically illuminate at night, providing consistent and efficient lighting without the need for external power sources.

Equipped with advanced LED technology, Solar Guardian wall lights deliver bright and clear illumination enhancing the safety and security of homes, gardens and driveways. The integrated motion sensor ensures the light activates when movement is detected, providing instant visibility and deterring potential intruders.

With a sleek modern design that blends seamlessly into any outdoor environment, Solar Guardian wall lights are built to withstand the UK’s weather ensuring durability and long-term performance whilst offering security and aesthetic appeal.

With their ease of installation, energy efficiency and reliability, Luceco’s Solar Guardian wall lights – along with other Luceco solar lighting, including solar floodlights, stainless steel and decorative brick – are an excellent add-on for contractors to offer to their customers, especially when kept in the van for easy ‘on the job’ upsells.

Elevating outdoor aesthetics

While security and functionality are crucial aspects of outdoor lighting, there is also space for aesthetic appeal, with decorative lighting solutions such as festoon, string and garden spike lights creating a warm, inviting atmosphere in customers’ outdoor spaces.

Luceco’s versatile Festoon Light Kit provides a stylish way to add ambient lighting to any outdoor setting. Whether it’s for a summer garden party, a cozy winter evening, or simply enhancing the mood in a backyard, the Festoon Light Kit offers an easy and effective way to bring charm and character to outdoor spaces.

Featuring high-quality, weather-resistant bulbs that are ideal for year-round outdoor use, the lights are designed to be both energy-efficient and cost-effective, providing a bright yet soft glow that creates a relaxed and inviting environment without consuming excessive energy.

Installation is straightforward, with the flexible cables allowing for easy setup across a variety of outdoor areas. Whether draped across a garden fence, strung between trees or hung along a pergola, the Festoon Light Kit gives creative flexibility to suit the unique space and design vision.

Luceco’s Garden Spike Light Kit is an excellent solution for adding both functionality and beauty to outdoor spaces. Ideal for illuminating gardens, pathways, flower beds, and outdoor features, this versatile kit allows homeowners to highlight specific areas of their landscape with ease.

The Garden Spike Light Kit, with durable, weather-resistant spike lights simply inserted into the ground to create the desired effect without the need for complex wiring or drilling, making them quick and easy to install. Powered by energy-efficient LED technology, the lights deliver bright, focused illumination while minimizing energy consumption, making them both eco-friendly and cost-effective. Adjustable heads offer flexibility in direction, allowing homeowners to highlight specific plants, trees, or architectural features, easily enhancing the outdoor space.

Make the most of the opportunity

Now is the time for electrical wholesalers to make the most of the growing trend for outdoor lighting, boosted by seasonal demand. The stylish, reliable and easy to install range of outdoor lighting from Luceco can shine a light on profit opportunities for wholesalers.

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Integral LED has announced its latest luminaire range with modular functionality, the Hydra Pro Batten. Designed to withstand even the harshest environments, whilst being flexible to every installation, the Hydra Pro brings together outstanding durability, flexibility and efficiency.

All Integral LED Hydra Pro battens feature CCT switching functionality (4000K, 5000K, 6500K) and four wattage options offering a highly customisable lighting solution.

With optional plug and play accessories; microwave sensor, corridor sensor and emergency conversion kit; the Hydra Pro can evolve alongside end user requirements, whether for energy-saving motion detection or critical emergency lighting functionality.

Several models of the Hydra Pro come with a PWM corridor sensor already installed, providing intelligent lighting control and enhanced energy efficiency right out of the box.

Engineered for durability, the Hydra Pro features a corrosion resistant polycarbonate body with an impressive IP66 rating and IK08 impact resistance, making this batten range ideal for demanding interior and exterior applications, including car parks, warehouses, storage facilities, food preparation areas, and industrial and agricultural settings.

The Hydra Pro’s modular design, exceptional durability, and customisable light output make it a future-proof investment, perfect for demanding environments and evolving lighting needs.

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Paul Foulkes and Simon Johnson of Theben Automation offer advice on mastering DALI for advanced lighting control – useful in commercial buildings and industrial settings.

Digital addressable Lighting Interface (DALI) technology might sound complex, but it’s basically a two way communications protocol that simplifies the control of lighting in buildings.

Unlike traditional systems where each light requires a specific control circuit (switched return/strappers), DALI allows lights to receive commands for switching, dimming, and colour change through a single 2-wire bus system. This bus system, known as the DALI bus, is easy to install and can be straightforward to set up, eliminating the complexity often associated with other lighting systems.

Why DALI?

The advent of DALI was primarily driven by the need to handle the heavy loads and potential overloads caused by electronic ballasts used in modern lighting systems, particularly in commercial environments. With DALI, each luminaire operates independently with power coming from a common 230 V line, while commands such as switching, dimming, and colour changing are transmitted through the DALI bus.

This not only reduces the strain on physical relays but also significantly diminishes issues like flickering and afterglow in dimmable LEDs. It also allows for grouping of lights for specific rooms or spaces within a room, which are able to be changed without moving hardware or physical re-wiring.

What’s the difference between DALI and DALI-2? 

DALI originated in the late 1990s and was defined in IEC60929. The current (2020) version of DALI is called DALI-2.

DALI version-1 only included control devices for the luminaires (control gear). DALI-2 includes other products, such as application controllers and input devices like presence detectors, as well as bus power supplies, which were not included in DALI version-1. For electricians this means one line for lighting, emergency, switches and sensors.

Grouping possibilities 

With a DALI system, you have the option of assigning fixtures, accessories, controllers and input devices to groups by giving them designated “addresses”. Each address can be assigned to several groups in order to provide the specific lighting level in a room and/or zone at any time of the day.

In addition to these groups, you can also use scenes. These are defined lighting outputs that, for instance, are applied with a single switch on a wall of a room or via commands from a building management system or presence detector.

Simple installation 

A DALI system offers possibilities for a very extensive (and brand-independent with DALI-2) lighting plan, with only one restriction: there’s a maximum number of components that can be connected per DALI line. DALI-2 allows for 128 addresses, of which 64 are fixtures/DALI controls (control gear) and 64 are DALI-2 controls (control devices).

The lighting control dream team

Perfect light management can also be achieved with a higher-level control solution using a Building Management System and presence sensors. As an input device, the presence sensor provides information regarding presence detection and lux level measurements.

The higher-level control system is responsible for providing all the functions, such as local and remote switching, constant lighting control, fully/semi-automatic (presence/absence) switching, manual override and scenes. The presence sensors also support remote control commands for dimming or switching lamps, controlling blinds and HVAC, or other functions.

Theben offers a wide range of DALI-2 presence sensors for nearly any need. They create efficient, flexible and future-proof lighting management, which can be seamlessly integrated into building automation systems.

The presence sensors can send the information via the DALI-2 bus to the higher-level control system, as per IEC 62386 part 301. Using the information, it can trigger desired actions. In addition, a compact DALI-2 push button interface and a powerful DALI-2 switch actuator can be integrated into the Building Management System.

Conclusion 

DALI lighting technology offers significant advantages for modern electrical installations, providing flexibility, ease of use, and enhanced control over lighting environments.

As the industry evolves, staying up-to-date with such technologies will be crucial for electricians looking to expand their expertise and service offerings. By understanding and implementing DALI, professionals can ensure efficient, compliant, and forward-thinking lighting solutions for their customers.

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

Scangrip is taking an ambitious strategic step by expanding further into the UK market with a focus on its groundbreaking Connect lighting solution for all 18V/20V power tool battery packs – and the new For Life range of extended lifespan energy efficient work lights.

Scangrip’s work lights are backed up by a 360⁰ business support package which includes dedicated point of sale, social media posts, training videos, product sheets and brochures, concept and product videos, and a fully comprehensive master data file covering all relevant PIM data and high quality images.

To assist stockists and merchants, a range of in-store POS options is available to order, including branded countertop display units and shelved FSDUs for showroom placement. A full shop display option is also available as part of a range offering. Delivered flat-packed and easy to assemble, the metal stand includes three shelves (two adjustable), 10 hooks for the Connectors and smaller SKUs, and an interchangeable graphics flag.

A UK based sales team is also on hand to support with in-store training and promotional activity with additional assistance from LED lighting sales specialists and an in-house development team based at the firm’s headquarters in Svendvorg, Denmark.

A comprehensive three-month ‘dark season’ campaign kicked off the UK launches of the For Life and Connect ranges in October, with digital, print and social media activity focused on the Professional Electrician, Builder, and Decorator audiences, supported by trade professionals, and influencer seeding, competitions and product reviews across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.

Both ranges are listed and stocked at Toolbank and are currently featured on a special launch offer that includes free Connectors and special buy deals.

For further details on the Scangrip range, wholesalers can either contact their Toolbank branch or call 01484 854488 to request a call back from the Hultafors Group UK sales team.

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