Noja Power 310 series 15 and 27 kV automatic circuit reclosers
30 April, 2014Noja Power has released its 310 series 15 and 27 kV Automatic Circuit Reclosers (ACR). The ACRs extend the company's range of electricity distribution grid protection products by complementing the existing 300 series 38 kV ACR.
Phoenix Contact Circuit Breaker product range with Germanischer Lloyd (GL) certification
12 March, 2014All device circuit breakers from the Circuit Breaker product range from Phoenix Contact have now been certified by Germanischer Lloyd (GL).
DEHN + SOHNE DEHNcombo YPV SCI combined arrester for PV systems
06 January, 2014The DEHNcombo YPV SCI combined arrester from DEHN reliably protects PV systems from surges caused by lightning. This arrester concept combines a number of benefits for PV systems in a single device.
Schneider Electric Compact NSX moulded case circuit breakers with extended capacity
16 September, 2013Schneider Electric has released an extended breaking capacity for its complete range of Compact NSX moulded case circuit breakers (MCCB), suitable for low-voltage applications spanning 100 to 630 A. Engineered to provide good protection and service continuity for high-demand power applications, the range now offers breaking capacity of 100 kA at 690 V and 200 kA at 440 V.
Phoenix Contact surge protection app
16 September, 2013Phoenix Contact offers a surge protection app for smartphones (available at Google Play and in the App Store). The app represents an easy-to-use tool for electricians that allows them to convince customers of the need to protect their equipment against surges.
Dehn + Sohne DEHNvenCI combined lightning current and surge arrester
11 September, 2013The DEHNvenCI combined lightning current and surge arrester with integrated backup fuse combines maximum system protection and compact dimensions in a single device.The arrester allows space-saving integration of a combined lightning current and surge arrester and is said to meet the protection requirements of modern switchgear installations.
Top tips for selecting isolating spark gaps for hazardous areas
16 August, 2013Surges caused by a lightning strike, into exposed parts of a pipeline system, may lead to the dielectric strength of insulating joints being exceeded. As a result, hazardous sparking may occur or the insulation material may be damaged. Isolating spark gaps (ISG) and connection cables protect the insulating piece (insulation) against lightning-induced surges, and discharge the lightning energy without uncontrolled arcing in an explosive environment. The AfK recommendation No. 5 (1986 edition) was amended in accordance with the latest lightning current parameters according to IEC 62305. The new version now includes notes on the selection and inspection of isolating spark gaps including their connection elements. Download this white paper for recommendations on selecting isolating spark gaps for use in hazardous explosive environments for protection of insulating pipe joints.
DEHN + SOHNE DEHNshield surge arresters
22 July, 2013The DEHNshield surge arresters, the latest addition to DEHN’s portfolio, have a discharge capacity up to 50 kA (10/350 μs).
Fanox electronic motor protection relays
26 June, 2013The Fanox electronic motor protection relays provide both basic and advanced protection of three-phase motors.
Outsmarting arc flash
22 May, 2013 by Tim Ford* - Global Product Manager, Molded Case Circuit Breakers, GE Industrial SolutionsHave you ever seen an arc flash incident? Feel the unbelievable force and potential destructive power firsthand? I have. It was in a controlled, protected setting, from a safe distance, but I never met anyone who experienced one live and in person until I met an electrical contractor after one of my recent arc flash information presentations.
Protective covers for contact inserts
15 April, 2013The Han HPR protection covers provide protection against dirt for contact inserts in extreme weather conditions. The covers are for Han HPR hoods in sizes 6B, 10B, 16B and 24B.
ABB launches low-voltage breaker for energy management communications
10 April, 2013ABB, the global power and automation technology group, has launched Emax 2, a low-voltage circuit breaker with integrated energy management functions. Replacing existing traditional breakers with the Emax 2 breaker has the potential to achieve annual savings of 5.8 million megawatt hours (MWh), according to the company.
ABB PASS switchgear substation modules
04 April, 2013ABB has announced enhancements to the PASS (Plug and Switch System) range of high-voltage hybrid switchgear modules for substations. The modules are designed to improve safety for operators and electrical maintenance workers by ensuring that high-voltage (HV) equipment in substations can be isolated, earthed and locked out safely and securely.
Noark Ex9CS series contactors
09 March, 2013DKSH Australia has announced the expansion of the Noark range of switchgear; a large range of contactors is now available with AC and DC coils from 2.2 up to 250 kW.
Noark Ex9M moulded case circuit breakers
07 March, 2013The Ex9M moulded case circuit breakers from Noark are now available in Australia. The Ex9M offers protection for circuits and electrical equipment in overload, short-circuit and undervoltage situations. The circuit breaker deviates from traditional linear forms and instead features a gentle arc at the front.
