Sparks Electrical News February 2018

• DBs, switches, sockets and protection • Energy efficiency • Lighting FEATURES

FEBRUARY 2018

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T he 2018 Women in Energy Conference, an interactive side event of the African Energy Indaba (AEI) will take place on the 19 th February 2018 at the Sandton Convention Centre. The fourth annual event of its kind, the conference aims to increase leadership and the development of women involved in the African energy space. According to the organisers, this one-day forum will provide a platform for advancing and promoting talented women within the energy sector. With top- ics covering themes such as a global perspective of women in energy, key future trends, and the way forward for women in the African Energy sector, the conference will discuss how to create a forward thinking and visionary workplace of the future. According to the Clinton Climate Initiative (CCI), there is a gender gap in leadership as women make up only 5% of board executives across the global power and utilities sector. Women’s leadership is essential for the task of building a sustainable energy future, and by not honing the es- sential skills of women worldwide, the energy sector is profoundly lacking in essential perspectives and innovation. The Women in Power and Utilities Index (2016) tracked the number of women in the boardrooms of the world’s largest utilities in revenue, and it was established that there are 16% women on Power and Utili- ties boards, with progress at an extremely slow increase of only 1% over three years. A Return On Equity (ROE) analysis on the top 200 utilities in the world indicated that the top 20 gender-diverse utilities substantially outperformed the bottom 20, endorsing an obvious connection between gender diversity and financial performance. Overall the energy industry is experiencing an era of transition and transformation, with new fuels, technologies and innovation motivating opportunities. A resilient, reliable and secure energy future is essential

for the stability of the global economy. This trend is keenly felt on the African continent where the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency schemes will create business opportunities, provide employment, and enhance economic development, enabling women to participate in the development of sustainable projects. The 2018 Women in Energy Conference offers an interactive hub that ena- bles leading women within the energy sector the opportunity to network, share knowledge and achievements, and encourage the further advancement of women across all sectors of the energy industry.

#WozaDecember PROMOTION …

The #WOZADecember draw took place at the Royal Johannesburg and Kensington Golf Club on 17 January. Please go to pages eight and nine to find out the names of the lucky winners.

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PERSONALITY OF THE MONTH: THEO MASHEGO

HARD WORK PRODUCES RESULTS

Netsurit where I consulted for companies like TBWA HUNT LASCARIS, NM Rothschild, MDM Engineering and Toga Labs amongst others. In 2014, I left Deloitte and Touche to start a business called Ayanda at Work, which later merged with Unidrive Electric Motors. Sparks: What are the greatest changes you have seen over the years? TM: For me personally, the greatest change has been moving from a career in IT, to running an engineering business. With the shift of the electrical industry towards digital, however, my IT background has been particularly useful. Sparks: What major projects have you worked on and what is your greatest accomplishment? TM: My major accomplishment was getting certification for Unidrive Electric Motors, especially ISO9001, which was a journey for me and for the business. Sparks: Have you won any awards? TM: Not yet. We have spent the past four years focusing on rebuilding the business and will start aiming for awards now. We recently became a WEG motors accredited repairer, which is a great start! Sparks: Who has been your inspiration, or have you had a mentor who has influenced your career? TM: Maurice Radebe, currently the chairman of Sasol Oil and Group Executive Committee member has been both an inspiration and mentor to me. I also had a mentor/coach in Jonathan Narayadoo, a retired Afrox executive. He has been key to the success of Unidrive. Sparks: What, to your mind, is one of the biggest challenges facing the industry at this time? TM: Eskom’s challenges and the corruption of SOEs. You may be surprised to learn that a small black owned company like ours only has clients from the private sector. We are a labour-intensive company, able to create employment, but have no support of government entities because of corruption. Sparks: What do you enjoy most about your job? TM: Working with people and impacting their lives. Mine is to take care of our staff so that they in turn are able to give excellent service to our customers. Sparks: How do you motivate your staff? TM: I motivate through engagement and incentives. I’m open with our staff and speak to them as a group, and individually. We focus on rewarding excellence. Sparks: If you could “do it all again”, would you change anything? If so, what would that be? TM: We invested a lot of money in our factory and to attain certification, to the point that we even used our Opex for Capex. I would not use Opex for Capex again - the impact on our cashflow was harsh. Sparks: Would you advise a person leaving school to enter the electrical industry? And why? TM: Yes, I most definitely would recommend that school leavers enter the electrical industry. It is a key trade of the economy and the skill is one you can use even if you are unable to find a full-time job.

Sparks: What is your advice to electrical contractors and/or electrical engineers? TM: Focus on the required certification and deliver a quality service, and you will grow. Sparks: What is your favourite quote? TM: Hard work produces results. Sparks: Name three things on your ‘bucket list’ (things you want to do before you ‘kick the bucket’). TM: I would like to lead a listed company; visit the seven modern wonders of the world and drive a Porsche.

Theo Mashego

THEO MASHEGO, managing director of Unidrive Electric Motors, took his place at the helm of the company shortly after it was acquired by Ayanda at Work. From a precarious financial position at that time (around 2013), Unidrive Electric Motors saw its turnover growing in double digits between 2015 and 2016, with further growth in 2017. A relative newcomer to the electrical industry, Theo – who lives by the motto ‘hard work produces results’ – quickly learned the ropes by re-examining the company’s product and service offering to ensure it was compatible with the markets it serviced, and ensuring that Unidrive achieved the necessary SANS certification. Theo sees a positive future ahead, enjoys working with people and hopes to visit the seven modern wonders of the world before too long. Sparks: Where were you educated? TM: Most of my education has been in IT and Business Administration and Management, much of it at the Wits Business School, though I have also done courses through UNISA and the University of LA Verne in California. Sparks: How long have you been involved in the electrical industry? TM: I have been involved in this industry for four and a half years. Sparks: When and where did you start your career? TM: After high school, I completed an Information Technology Engineering (IT Eng.) Diploma with CTI (now Pearson Institute of Higher Education). I have had the pleasure of working for various companies including Deloitte and Touche, Sun International, Digital Planet and

ELECTRICAL TESTERS WITH FIELDSENSE TECHNOLOGY BILLED AS GAME-CHANGERS, Fluke T6- 1000 electrical testers deliver reliable voltage and current measurements in difficult-to-test areas such as crowded junction boxes and conductors with inaccessible end points. Avail- able from Comtest, The T6 measures voltage up to 1000 V ac through the open fork – with- out test lead contact to live voltage and with- out opening covers or removing wire nuts – on wires of up to AWG 4/0 (120 mm 2 ), carrying as much as 200 A. Product highlights include: • 1 to 1000 V ac or dc (T6-1000); 600 V ac or dc (T6-600). • 0.1 to 200 A ac. • Resistance 1 Ω to 100 k Ω (T6-1000), 1 Ω to 1000 Ω (T6-600). • Frequency measurement 45 Hz to 66 Hz (T6-1000). • Works with wires up to AWG 4/0 (120 mm 2 ) with a 17.8 mm jaw opening. • HOLD button temporarily freezes the reading for easy viewing. • Easy to read display with backlight. • Accepts optional Fluke TPAK Magnetic Meter Hanger for convenient operation.

• FieldSense technology for ac voltage, cur- rent and frequency measurement without making electrical contact to live voltage. • Simultaneous voltage and current display (T6-1000); shows all power supply meas- urements at a glance for efficient trouble- shooting.

• Standard two-year warranty; extendable to four years through product registration within 45 days of purchase.

Enquires: 010 595 1821

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TBM878: COMBINES MULTIMETER, INSULATION AND EARTH CONTINUITY TESTER

THE TBM878 MULTIMETER 3-IN-1 from Heller- mannTyton is a true RMS digital multimeter with the added functionality of an insulation tester and earth continuity tester combined into a single, compact, handheld unit. This multipurpose CATIV 600VV unit provides maximum versatility for com- pliance testing, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance. The TBM878 has the ability to determine the state of insulation material and earth continuity. Furthermore, it has a convenient remote probe that inhibits testing on live circuits and a hands-free lock feature for continuous testing. The instrument offers five test voltages: 50, 100,

250, 500 and 1000 V in order to measure resist- ance levels from 0 Ω to 25 G Ω for insulation as well as 200 mA high current test for earth continu- ity. The true RMS of the TBM878 is ideal for non- sinusoidal waveforms of complex voltage or cur- rent signals and has an intelligent auto-power-off to extend battery life. Additional features include: • Beep-Jack™ – beeps against improper terminal plug in (decreases risk of damage). • VFD V & Hz – measures fundamental voltage and frequency of most variable frequency drives. • Smooth mode – smooths out unstable insula- tion resistance reading.

• X-Speed capacitance – measures up to 30 mF in a few seconds, 1 kV protection. • LCD display (counts): 6000. • Analogue bar graph. • REC – recording MAX, MIN, MAX-MIN and AVG. • Splash and dust proof. • Certification: UL, IEC610010-1, Certificate of Conformance. • Temperature: -50 °C to 1000 °C. The TBM878 is more cost effective than buying three individual instruments, and applications include CoC testing, motors, generators, cables or switch gear. Enquiries: +27 (0)11 879 6662

MEASURING APP FOR ‘SMART’ CONSTRUCTION SITES I deal for users who need to compile quotes and keep detailed work records, such as building contractors, architects, plumbers and electricians, the Stabila Measuring app allows construction-industry professionals to use their smartphones for quick and easy documentation and processing of measurements. The app is compatible with Stabila’s LD 520 and LD 250 BT laser distance measurers, using integrated Bluetooth Smart technology. Stabila is one of the premium brands distributed locally by Upat SA (Pty) Ltd. Available free of charge from the Apple App Store and Android Play Store, the app makes it possible to create drawings of spaces and objects, and allows users to import images from a gallery, and add dimensions directly to these items. Before measuring an object or surface area with a smart device, the user takes a picture and then applies the Stabila distance-measuring units. These measurements are transferred onto the picture captured on the smart device, and can be moved where required. Users can draw lines and rejig measurements accordingly. The picture is assigned a job name and number, and can be emailed directly to the customer, or shared with the project office, in ad- dition to being stored digitally for reference pur- poses. The app provides for improved design, func- tionality, and intuitive operation. Measurements can be transferred wirelessly from the lasers to a smartphone or tablet, making it possible to docu- ment projects on-site, and to communicate this critical information directly to the project team. In addition, the app ensures a clear project overview for managing drawings, including shar- ing, editing, deletions, and revisions, thereby facili- tating project management. This is supported by ‘zoom’ functionality to focus on pertinent details.

Enquiries: www.upat.co.za

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LEGRAND WIRELESS MOBILE DEVICE CHARGER

For total mobility, Legrand designers – who are cognisant of the need for easy access to energy at all times – have made sure the robust wireless charg- ers can be used inside and outdoors. The devices are shockproof (IK8), weatherproof (IP66), and can withstand the demands of busy public places like airports, hotels, bars, restaurants, libraries and waiting rooms. They are also suitable for outside areas like patios, or areas near a swimming pool. The wireless chargers are available throughout the country from Legrand and its extensive dis- tributor network.

LEGRAND’S WIRELESS chargers for mobile devices have been designed to make life easier in a busy world – at home, in the office, or when travelling. Advanced technology ensures that the chargers are ergonomic and functional, versatile for use without cables in all environments, and adaptable to specific needs. There is no longer the concern of a flat battery and being out of reach; users simply place a compatible mobile device on the wireless stand and it will automatically start charging. With this convenient charging system, it is no longer necessary to search for the right cable or an available socket. The only requirement is the

smartphone must be equipped with a QI-standard induction charge receiver. This global standard now guarantees compatibility of all smartphones with induction charging and ensures the user has the best of the technology, without any connection con- straints. A second device – tablet, power bank or another mobile phone – can be charged simulta- neously by using a cable in the integrated USB port. This practical system has a slim design for in- stallation on a horizontal furniture surface like a kitchen counter, entrance hall dresser or bedside table, or it can be discreetly built into furniture, or flush mounted on a wall, to enhance the décor of the room.

The robust wireless chargers can be used inside and outdoors.

Enquiries: +27 (0)11 444 7971

BAND-IT STAINLESS STEEL STRAPPING BUCKLES THE SUPERIOR YIELD and tensile strength prop- erties of Band-It Grade 304 stainless steel strap- ping and buckles, available locally from Banding & Identification (ID) Solutions Africa, have proven to be a boon for EOH Power Systems in strengthen- ing transmission and distribution systems. The company is an industry leader in energy infrastructure, energy management, and optimi- sation solutions. It has extensive experience in the design, supply, civil works, installation works, testing and commissioning, and service support of power systems for utilities, mines, and industry. Gary Venter, spokesperson for EOH Power Sys- tems, says the company is a relatively new cus- tomer of Banding & ID Solutions Africa, and was attracted to the Band-It product range because of its quality and reasonable price. “In addition to finding products that meet our precise require- ments, the lifespan of the products we use is par- ticularly important to us and our customers.” Band-It strapping features fully-rounded, smooth edges for safe and easy installation. The band-and-buckle can be formed to suit any diameter, with applications including insulation fixing, cable bundling, and sign erection. It is available in 0.51 mm and 0.76 mm thicknesses, and in widths of 6.5 mm, 9.5 mm, 12.7 mm, and 19.7 mm, and is packed in 30 m rolls in card- board boxes or dispensers for added conveni- ence. Application is by means of a C001, C003, or C075 tool. ONE20 enclosed switches have been designed for extremely easy installation and use. Their simple, compact and durable structure makes the switches suitable for virtually any applica- tion and environment. The enclosure is water- resistant to IP67 specifications and constructed of UV- and ageing-resistant materials, making it the ideal solution for outdoor applications even in the harshest conditions. Each switch is delivered with all the instal- lation materials, including the necessary com- pression glands. The simple construction makes the product clear, easy and safe to use. The safety of the product is further enhanced by the fact that each switch is lockable with three padlocks in the OFF-position. The ONE20 switches offer performance and reliability at a competitive price. Each product is tested and approved prior to shipping to en- sure quality. ABB products meet strict quality requirements, which fulfill the demands of the DIN ISO 9001 and 14001, as well as BS OHSAS 18001 standards. www.abb.com/low-voltage Enquiries: +27 (0)11 974 0424 ONE20: THE ONLY ENCLOSED SWITCHES YOU’LL EVER NEED

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COMBINED TTR AND WINDING RESISTANCE TESTER IN ONE BOX

There are two interface options available. The externally-controlled model MWA300 is a ‘black box’ style package that is remotely con- trolled by PowerDB software running on an external PC (not provided). The MWA330A model features an optional built-in 12-inch touch- screen computer. PowerDB software provides the unit with a common user interface to minimise operator training and delivers a seamless interface to the computer application, PowerDB Lite (or Pro). PowerDB Lite software is included with the MWA3 Series. Typical end users of the MWA3 Series include power utilities, electri- cal testing companies and field commissioning, service and mainte- nance personnel.

THE MEGGER MWA3 SERIES Transformer Winding Analyzer is de- signed to perform transformer ratio and winding resistance testing in one box, quickly and efficiently. It is an advanced three-phase portable transformer test system that reduces set-up time, increases job-site safety and delivers improved productivity versus individual instrument testing. The unit’s light weight (15 kg) and small size (280 x 280 x 460 mm) make it 40% lighter to carry and easier to store. The MWA3 Series provides complete ratio, phase and winding resist- ance measurements for a three-phase transformer. All ratio and wind- ing resistance tests are performed in one instrument with one three- phase lead-set connection. Testing complex three-phase transformers becomes simpler with the MWA300 Series, as the operator uses one setup, one connection and one common test form for a consistent, easy-to-learn test method.

Enquiries: mesales@megger.com

The following tests are performed with the MWA3 Series, all with one instrument and one three-phase lead-set connection: 3-phase turns ratio, 3-phase winding resistance, auto vector detection, heat-run test, OLTC/continuity (make- before-break), core demagnetisation, magnetic balance/flux distribution, excitation current, polar- ity, and phase angle deviation. CYLINDRICAL SENSORS OFFER STRENGTH E ngineered for arduous conditions, the Leuze 328 series sensor is based on the optical platform of the well-known standard Leuze 318B series. However, the new device features a metal sleeve in the housing. The operational sensors available in the new Leuze cylindrical series, which range from throughbeam photoelectric sensors to retro- reflective photoelectric sensors to light scanners with sensitivity adjustment via teach button, are designed with the option of a cable or plug con- nection. An adjustable retro-reflective photoelec- tric sensor model with a polarisation filter is also available for tricky applications. With ranges of 1 m (light scanners), 6 m (ret- ro-reflective photoelectric sensors) and 15 m (throughbeam photoelectric sensors), Leuze cy- lindrical sensors are ideal for a variety of appli- cations for object detection in materials handling and packaging technology. The sensors are especially popular for integra- tion into constricted production facilities as well as into assemblies in transport systems or other machinery. In many production processes and in- ternal transport systems, the optical sensors are used for the detection of objects and thereby con- trol processes or partial steps. The highly visible light spot facilitates alignment and two antivalent outputs expand the application options. The Leuze sensors are available from Counta- pulse Controls, which has provided sensing solu- tions to business across southern Africa for over forty years. The Johannesburg based company operates a technical hotline to ensure that cus- tomers have ready access to relevant applications and operational information.

Enquiries +27 (0)11 615 7556

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#Woza December L

The Sparks team eased its way into 2018 with a lunch under the magnificent Oak at the Johannesburg and Kensington Golf Club. The occasion, to draw the names of the winners of the #WOZADecember lucky draw. We were joined by our generous sponsors and enjoyed a delightful lunch in perfect weather. Thank you to those who entered the competition – we had a record number of entries – and a big thank you to our sponsors. Congratulations to all the winners.

Claude Middleton and Ingrid Nicolaus of HellermannTyton with Wilhelm du Plessis (deputy publisher, Crown Publications). HELLERMANNTYTON: T151 non-contact IR thermometer with 4in1 flashlight and UV leak detector • Mukesh Bhaga (Vereeniging)

Ian Downard (Three-D Agencies), Carin Hannay (advertising manager, Sparks Electrical News) and Mark Jenkins (Three-D Agencies). THREE-D AGENCIES: Three UT890C+ multimeters

Kyle Palmer of O-Line with Karen Grant (publisher, Crown Publications) and Wilhelm du Plessis. O-LINE: Stramm 69-piece tool kit • Stephan Oosthuizen (Benoni)

• Tebogo Mulauzi (Johannesburg) • Raenier van Aswegen (Roodepoort) • Pranesh Rambaran (Alrode)

Jaco Coetzee (Waco) with Carin Hannay of Sparks Electrical News. WACO:

Three sets of LED string lights • Shahed Essack (Crown Mines) • Robert McKie (Booysens Reserve) • Giorgio Tarazza (Edenvale)

Nadine Combrinck (Crabtree), André le Roux (Crabtree) and Carin Hannay of Sparks Electrical News. CRABTREE :

Anthony Lloyd (Eurolux) with Karen Grant and Wilhelm du Plessis. EUROLUX: Three Dragonfly portable solar lights • Lené Olwagen (Bellville) • Jan van der Westhuizen (Midrand) • Kapish Jai Jai (Escourt)

Samsung DVD home entertainment system • Frederik Jakobus Neethling (Silverton)

Pieter Deysel and Leanne Cole of Comtest, and Wilhelm du Plessis. COMTEST Two Fluke 17B+ digital multimeters • Ewen Sim (Springs) • Dereck Currie (Durban)

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UPGRADE FAST-TRACKED AT MANUFACTURING PLANT

View of the 11 kV E-House and containerised 400 V substation rebuilt by Zest WEG Group.

Jan Anderson and Stacey Conradie of MCE Electric with Wilhelm du Plessis of Crown Publications. MCE ELECTRIC Portable O-Lite 10W rechargeable LED worklight • Tyrone John Petersen (Gardens)

A wide-ranging upgrade of the electrical distribution net- work at a catalyst manufacturer’s plant near Johannes- burg has been successfully – and speedily – completed by Zest WEG Group companies led by Shaw Controls. According to Shaw Controls chief operating officer Bevan Richards, the work was efficiently coordinated between com- panies in the Zest WEG Group so that the contract could be fast-tracked during a special weekend shutdown to minimise the production disruption at the facility. “This major upgrade of the plant – which included the mov- ing and replacement of 17 transformers and 22 medium volt- age outdoor panels – had to be completed in just five days,” said Richards. “With careful planning and preparation, along with the close collaboration of the customer, we were even able to complete the job with a day to spare, allowing production to resume earlier than expected.” To meet these demanding timeframes, Shaw Controls pro- posed and implemented a solution that involved an E-house – a prefabricated walk-in modular enclosure to house switch- gear and auxiliary equipment – as well as two containerised substations, built in-house at the company’s ISO 9001 Bureau Veritas-certified manufacturing facility in Heidelberg. The E-house was equipped with free-issue medium voltage switchgear from the customer, and the substations were each equipped with a 400 V main distribution board. These modular solutions allow for assembly and testing in the factory, where customers can view the build progress and witness the perfor- mance of the finished product before delivery is finalised. “The medium voltage panel was installed, pre-tested, com- missioned and the relays programmed before delivery,” Rich- ards said. Once at the customer site, it was simply a matter of connecting the cables before getting the system ready to be re-energised. “Part of our project management role was to develop the design and construction drawings, working in conjunction with the cus- tomer’s consulting engineer,” he explained. “We brought in group companies WEG Transformers Africa (WTA) to provide two 3 MVA oil transformers that stepped down from 11 000 V to 400 V and EnI Electrical to conduct the on-site construction work, which in- cluded medium and low voltage supply, installation and termina- tion of cabling.” EnI Electrical received all equipment on site, undertaking substantial site preparation and pre-works prior to the plant shutdown. It then instituted a two-shift system of 12 hours each over the project period, while Shaw Controls was on-site providing overall project management. On the first day of the shutdown, with the assistance of a mobile 250 tonne crane, EnI Electrical was able to remove all the old equipment and place the new items in position ready for cabling to begin. Access to the work area was also constrained, requiring the crane to reach over an existing building. By the end of the project, 380 m of 11 kV cable had been laid, with two cable joints and seven terminations, as well as 1560 m of 400 V cable with 21 joints and 132 terminations. “A turnaround as fast as this is really only possible by us- ing the E-house and containerised substation option,” Richards said. “Delivering all the equipment in loose pieces and building everything on site, as well as the necessary re-testing, would take much longer and would involve considerably more produc- tion downtime for the factory.” The new system was designed by Shaw Controls and the consulting engineer to give the customer a highly stable system with flexibility in terms of how the loads are distributed to the plant.

Jaco Coetzee of Voltex (Waco) with with Karen Grant and Wilhelm du Plessis (Crown Publications). VOLTEX: Samsung home entertainment system • Fausto Baruffa (Nigel)

Garry Lumpe of Garry Lumpe Imports with Carin Hannay, Sparks Electrical News. GARRY LUMPE IMPORTS: Two Knipex 7in1 electrical installation pliers • Andre Nel (Welkom) • Morena Chabalala (Olifantsfontein) Two Unilite 220 lm LED inspection lamps • Zaheer Khamissa (Port Shepstone) • Johan Rossouw (Roodepoort) Two WIHA six-piece precision screwdriver sets • Petrus Paulus van Eeden (Wadeville) • Laurence Boyle (Sharonlea)

Gavin Wilkinson (ARB Holdings), Karen Grant and Vahesh Anghar (ARB Holdings). ARB HOLDINGS: Genmart 7.5 kVA generator blue • Robby Cohen (Paarden Eiland)

Enquiries: +27 (0)11 723 6000

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DISTRIBUTION BOARDS, SWITCHES, SOCKETS AND PROTECTION

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PROTECTION

DISTRIBUTION BOARDS

ABB ACDC Dynamics Allbro Brother International SA C3 Technologies CBI-electric: low voltage Crabtree DEHN + SÖHNE GmbH Denver Technical Products Eurolux HellermannTyton JB Switchgear Solutions Legrand McWade Productions O-Line Phoenix Contact Power Panels and Electrical Radiant Group Sabelco Electrical Industries Shuttle Lighting SIBA Fuses Superlume Surge Technology Switchboard Manufacturers Zest WEG Group DISTRIBUTORS

ACTOM Electrical Products Wide range of protection devices ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of protection devices Atlas Group Full range of protection devices Bellco Complete range of protection devices Comtest IS meters; Atex equipment Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of protection devices Edison Lebone Range of protection devices Electrahertz Range of protection devices ElectroMechanica Range of protection devices Eurolux Extensive range of protection devices available Fusecomp Range of protection devices JDL Electric Full range of protection devices Legrand SA Complete range of protection devices Magnet Electrical Suppliers Schneider and Eaton protection devices McWade Productions Full range of protection devices O-Line Full range of protection devices Phambili Full range of surge protection devices Phoenix Contact Range of surge protection devices R&C Instrumentation Infrared inspection windows 24-7 differential temperature monitors inside v outside boards Sabelco Electrical Industries Full range of protection devices Voltex Complete range of protection devices Voltex LSis Wide range of protection devices Zest WEG Group Full range of thermal and thermal/magnetic overload devices; electronic overload protection DISTRIBUTION BOARDS Wide range of DBs in various materials; economy plastic to steel; pre-wired and open boxes; surface and flush mount boxes available in most ranges; watertight enclosures ACTOM Electrical Products Full range of DBs Allbro Full range of DBs ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of DBs Atlas Group Wide range available or manufactured to client specifications Bellco Full range available or manufactured to client specifications C3 Technologies Manufacturers of LV DBs and all assorted products CBI-electric: low voltage ABB Full range of distribution boards ACDC Dynamics Range of distribution boards Elen Electrical Enclosures Surface-mount distribution boards Eurolux Surface- and flush-mounted distribution boards; a variety of electrical enclosures, steel and stainless steel options JB Switchgear Solutions Full range of distribution boards and distribution board enclosures JDL Electric Full range of DBs Legrand SA Full range of flush- and surface-mount, waterproof DIN rail boards Magnet Electrical Suppliers Schneider DBs Major Tech Full range of DBs including flush-mount Econo Boards (plastic and galvanised steel tray options), surface-mount Econo boards and surface-mount IP65 boards, populated DBs; ready boards MCE Electric Onesto ready boards with or without bulkhead; Schenker ready boards with or without bulkhead; Onesto swimming pool distribution board; Onesto caravan distribution board; MCE multi-purpose distribution board McWade Productions Full range of DBs Phambili All sizes available or manufactured to client specifications Phoenix Contact Range of terminals Power Panels and Electrical Full range of distribution boards R&C Instrumentation Infrared inspection windows 24-7 differential temperature monitors inside v outside boards Sabelco Electrical Industries Complete range of distribution boards and enclosures Switchboard Manufacturers Full range of DBs and weather proof kiosks Voltex Full range of distribution boards Voltex LSis Complete range of distribution boards Waco Broad range of distribution boards 12- and 20-way distribution boards Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of DBs Edison Lebone Range of DBs Electrahertz Full range of DBs ElectroMechanica

Zest WEG Group Full range of indoor and outdoor distribution boards, custom built to client specification LABELLING

Magnet Electrical Suppliers Kevin Govender Major Tech Werner Grobbelaar MCE Electric Sales McWade Productions Steven Naidoo

ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of labelling products Atlas Group Full range of labelling products Bellco Full range of labelling products Brother International SA Full range of labelling machines and consumables Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of labelling products Edison Lebone Full range of labelling products Electrahertz Range of labelling products ElectroMechanica Full range of labelling products HellermannTyton

Nordland Lighting Johann Lamprecht O-line Sales

Phambili Steve Lea Phoenix Contact Carl Coetzer Power Panels and Electrical Steve Edwards Radiant Group Alfred Weldon Sabelco Electrical Industries Marc Moreau Shuttle Lighting Mark Talbot Superlume Willie Garbers Surge Technology Paul van As Switchboard Manufacturers Josh Berman Three-D Agencies Mark Jenkins Voltex Freddie van der Merwe R&C Instrumentation Tracey Steyn SIBA Fuses H.I. Hassen Stone Stamcor

HTZ compatible table black, black/white, black/yellow; Panel plate labels - thermal transfer -(Helatag 1221 – silver; Helatag 1220 – white) JDL Electric Full range of labelling products Legrand SA CAB3 and Memocab cable markers Magnet Electrical Suppliers Brady labelling products Phambili Full range of labelling products Phoenix Contact Marking materials and printers R&C Instrumentation APP-driven equipment tagging Voltex Complete range of labelling products FUSES

ACDC Dynamics ACTOM Electrical Products ARB Electrical Wholesalers Atlas Group Bellco C3 Technologies Comtest Consolidated Electrical Distributors DEHN Africa Denver Technical Products Edison Lebone Electrahertz ElectroMechanica Electro-Test Elen Electrical Enclosures Eurolux Fusecomp HellermannTyton JDL Electric Magnet Electrical Suppliers Major Tech MCE Electric Nordland Lighting Phambili R&C Instrumentation Sabelco Electrical Industries SIBA Fuses Stone Stamcor Surge Technology Switchboard Manufacturers Three-D Agencies Voltex Voltex LSis Voltex MVLV Waco CONTACT

Hugh Ward Voltex LSis Rose Schulz Waco Jaco Coetzee Zest WEG Group Switchgear call centre CIRCUIT BREAKERS / EARTH LEAKAGE BREAKERS ABB Full range of circuit breakers, earth leakage breakers ACDC Dynamics Full range of switchgear from 13 mm MCBs to MCCBs and ACBs; MCCBs rated from 20 A to 1 600 A; complementary isolator and earth leakage ranges also available ACTOM Electrical Products Full range of circuit breakers/earth leakage breakers ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of circuit breakers/earth leakage breakers Atlas Group Full range of circuit breakers/earth leakage breakers Bellco Full range of circuit breakers/earth leakage breakers CBI-electric: low voltage Full range of commercial/industrial, miniature circuit breakers; moulded case circuit breakers; earth leakage protection devices Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of circuit breakers/earth leakage breakers Edison Lebone Full range of circuit breakers and earth leakage breakers Electrahertz Range of circuit breakers and earth leakage breakers ElectroMechanica Wide range of circuit breakers and earth leakage breakers Eurolux Extensive range of circuit breakers and earth leakage devices, single and three phase Fusecomp Range of circuit breakers and earth leakage breakers JDL Electric Range of circuit breakers, earth leakage devices Legrand SA Complete range of circuit breakers up to 6 300 A, MCB, MCCB, ACB Magnet Electrical Supplies Schneider and Eaton circuit breakers and earth leakage breakers Major Tech Full range of miniature circuit breakers, isolator switches, earth leakage breakers and populated pre-wired distribution boards according to SANS10142 MCE Electric Onesto DIN rail circuit breakers and earth leakage devices; Schenker mini rail circuit breakers and earth leakage devices; Schenker 13 mm mini rail circuit breakers and earth leakage devices; Onesto dc circuit breakers McWade Productions Full range of circuit breakers, earth leakage breakers O-Line Full range of circuit breakers and earth leakage breakers Phoenix Contact Full range of circuit breakers Switchboard Manufacturers Range of circuit breakers/earth leakage breakers Voltex Full range of circuit breakers and earth leakage breakers Voltex LSis Full range of circuit breakers and earth leakage breakers Waco Full range of circuit breakers and earth leakage breakers Zest WEG Group Comprehensive range of miniature circuit breakers; moulded case circuit breakers; air circuit breakers; and earth leakage devices PROTECTION

ABB Range of fuses ACDC Dynamics BS and Din type fuses for fused isolators ACTOM Electrical Products Full range of fuses Allbro Full range of fuses ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of fuses Atlas Group Wide range of fuses available on request Bellco Wide range of fuses available Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of fuses

Edison Lebone Range of fuses Electrahertz Range of fuses ElectroMechanica Range of fuses Fusecomp Full range of fuses and fuse holders JDL Electric Range of fuses Legrand SA HRC, domestic and industrial fuses Magnet Electrical Suppliers Full range of fuses MCE Electric MCE fuses and fuse holders; Onesto fuses and fuse holders; Onesto dc fuses and fuse holders McWade Productions Full range of fuses Phambili Wide range of fuse terminals Phoenix Contact Din rail mounted SIBA Fuses Complete range of LV and HV fuses for all applications Voltex Wide range of fuses Waco Full range of fuses Zest WEG Group High speed fuses ranging from 20-1000 A; fuse holders SWITCHES/ISOLATORS ACTOM Electrical Products Full range of switches/isolators ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of switches/isolators Atlas Group Full range of switches/isolators Bellco Reputable ranges of switches/isolators CBI-electric: low voltage Full range of commercial and industrial switch disconnectors Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of switches/isolators Crabtree Complete range of switches and isolators Edison Lebone Range of switches/isolators Electrahertz Range of switches/isolators ElectroMechanica Range of switches/isolators Eurolux Dimmer switches; plastic plate and switch packs; metal plate and switch packs; industrial switches; variety of isolators Fusecomp Range of switches and isolators ABB Full range of switches and isolators ACDC Dynamics Wide variety of switches and isolators

ABB Customer contact centre ACDC Dynamics Sales ACTOM Electrical Products Russel Ramsden Allbro Elani van Rensburg ARB Electrical Wholesalers Sales Atlas Group Annie Storrar Bellco Fred Wilson Brother International SA Munna Desai

C3 Technologies Charles du Plessis CBI-electric: low voltage Aletta Olivier Comtest Sales Consolidated Electrical Distributors Danie Esterhuizen Crabtree Sales DEHN Africa Kirk Risch Denver Technical Products Mervyn Stocks Edison Lebone Justin Human Electrahertz Frank Proude (Pta) Peet Lourens (Jhb) ElectroMechanica Sales Electro-Test Winston Browning Elen Electrical Andy Kapral Eurolux Sales

Fusecomp Charmaine HellermannTyton Ingrid Nicolaus JB Switchgear Solutions Johan Basson

ABB Full range of protection devices ACDC Dynamics

JDL Electric Shaun Singh Legrand Johan Bosch

Full range of motor protection circuit breakers (MPCBs) from 32 A to 110 A frame high break capacity; all accessories and auxiliary contacts available including the Gewiss IEC309 HP range of connectors

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BUYER'S GUIDE

DISTRIBUTION BOARDS, SWITCHES, SOCKETS AND PROTECTION

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SWITCHES/ISOLATORS

SURGE PROTECTION DEVICES

METERS

HAZARDOUS AREAS

Major Tech Full range of professional test instruments and DIY meters MCE Electric MCE ammeters and voltmeters McWade Productions Energy power meters and CTs Switchboard Manufacturers Broad range of meters Three-D Agencies Full range of multimeters and test equipment Voltex Full range of meters Waco Complete range of meters Zest WEG Group Electronic range of power factor meters and power meters DISTRIBUTION BOARD ENCLOSURES ABB Cable protection systems including cable glands and explosion-proof conduits ACDC Dynamics Wide range of DB enclosures in all colours, materials and sizes Allbro Wide range of DB enclosures ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of DB enclosures Atlas Group Complete range of distribution board enclosures Bellco Full range of DB enclosures C3 Technologies Manufacturers of LV distribution boards and all associated products CBI-electric: low voltage Flush mounted distribution boards Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of DB enclosures Edison Lebone Range of DB enclosures Electrahertz Range of DB enclosures ElectroMechanica Broad range of DB enclosures Elen Electrical Enclosures Surface-mount distribution boards Eurolux Variety of steel and stainless steel electrical enclosures; surface- and flush-mounted distribution boards JB Switchgear Solutions Wide range of distribution board enclosures JDL Electric Range of DB enclosures Legrand SA Complete range of flush- and surface-mount, waterproof, DIN rail boards MCE distribution boards available in surface and flush mount from two-way to 36-way; Onesto distribution boards available in surface and flush mount from four-way to 36-way; Schenker distribution boards available in surface and flush mount from four-way to 20-way; adjustable flush mount distribution boards available in 20-way and 24-way Phambili Range of standard sizes available; manufacture to client specifications Power Panels and Electrical Wide range of distribution board enclosures R&C Instrumentation Infrared inspection windows Sabelco Electrical Industries Complete range of distribution board enclosures Switchboard Manufacturers Range of DB enclosures Voltex Full range of DB enclosures Voltex LSis Full range of distribution board enclosures Voltex MVLV Complete range of DB enclosures Waco Broad range of distribution board enclosures Zest WEG Group Full range of indoor and outdoor distribution boards, custom built to client specification HAZARDOUS AREAS ABB Cable protection sytems; cable glands and explosion-proof conduits ACDC Dynamics Full range of products for hazardous areas ARB Electrical Wholesalers Broad range of products for hazardous areas Atlas Group Wide range of products for hazardous areas Bellco Broad range of products for hazardous areas Comtest Digital multimeters; process calibrators; pressure calibrators; infrared thermometers; pressure models Edison Lebone Wide range of products for hazardous areas Elen Electrical Enclosures Junction boxes Eex’e zone 1, 2, 21, 22 Eurolux Hazardous luminaires HellermannTyton Multimeter – TBM812XEX and TBM811XEX, intrinsically safe; TSF14 – Ex and suitable for mining and petrochemical Magnet Electrical Suppliers ATX products for hazardous areas Nordland Lighting Lighting for hazardous areas Phambili Full range of enclosures and accessories Range of meters Phoenix Contact Magnet Electrical Suppliers Rittal and Allbro DB enclosures Major Tech Full range of IP 65 and IP 55 enclosures MCE Electric

JDL Electric Range of switches and isolators Legrand SA Domestic and industrial switches and isolators Magnet Electrical Suppliers Full range of Schneider and Eaton switches and isolators Major Tech VETI complete switches in modular and assembled; VETI complete isolator range; VETI IS isolator series (one-pole to four-pole) MCE Electric Onesto din rail isolators; Schenker mini rail isolators; Onesto dc isolators; MCE surface mount (IP66 and IP65) and base mount isolators McWade Productions Full range of switches/isolators Phoenix Contact Switches and isolators Shuttle Lighting LED dimmers Stone Stamcor Chilly toggle switches, Triton float switches Switchboard Manufacturers Full range of switches/isolators Voltex Full range of switches and isolators Voltex LSis Complete range of switches/isolators Waco Full range of switches and isolators Zest WEG Group Comprehensive range of miniature moulded case isolators ranging from 40 - 1600 A CONTACTORS

Legrand SA Full range of surge protection devices Magnet Electrical Suppliers Schneider and Eaton surge protection devices Major Tech MTD6 - appliance surge protector MCE Electric Onesto surge arresters; Schenker surge arresters; Onesto dc surge arrestors McWade Productions Wide range of surge protection devices O-Line Full range of surge protection devices Phambili Full range of surge protection devices Phoenix Contact Range of surge protection devices

Phoenix Contact Safety relays and Ex barriers R&C Instrumentation IS-certified Infrared thermometers Superlume Zone rated IP65 vapour proof light fittings Three-D Agencies Broad range of products for hazardous areas Voltex Full range of products for hazardous areas Voltex LSis Broad range of products for hazardous areas

Sabelco Electrical Industries Full range of protection devices Superlume LED surge protection devices Surge Technology

+27 (0) 11 879 2000

DEHN; Saltek; Copa; Tridelta Switchboard Manufacturers Range of protection devices Voltex Full range of surge protection devices Voltex LSis Complete range of surge protection devices Zest WEG Group Fanox surge arrester Class C Type II TIMERS

+27 (0) 11 874 7600

+27 (0) 10 202 3300

ACDC Dynamics Wide variety of timers, including the Rhomberg range of timers ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of timers Atlas Group Range of timers Bellco Full range of timers CBI-electric: low voltage Standard electronic time switch with 24-hour reserve Consolidated Electrical Distributors Range of timers Edison Lebone Range of timers Electrahertz Wide range of timers ElectroMechanica Wide range of timers Eurolux Plug-in (24 hour) and time-switch timers HellermannTyton TDDT7 seven day digital timer; TMT2 24 hour mechanical 3-pin socket; TDT7 digital 3-pin socket JDL Electric Range of timers Legrand SA Complete range of analogue and digital timers Magnet Electrical Suppliers Schneider and Eaton timers Major Tech Complete range of analogue and digital timers MCE Electric MCE analogue and digital time switches; MCE seven day digital geyser time switch; Schenker mini rail seven day digital time switch O-Line Wide range of timers Phoenix Contact Din rail mounted timers Radiant Group Broad range of timers Stone-Stamcor SAIA-Burgess timers Switchboard Manufacturers Full range of timers Voltex Full range of timers Waco Broad range of timers Zest WEG Group Electronic relays; RTW range timing; RPW range monitoring; RNW range level control METERS

ABB Full range of contactors ACDC Dynamics Wide variety of contactors ACTOM Electrical Products Full range of contactors ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of contactors Atlas Group Broad range of contactors Bellco

+27 (0) 11 452 1415

+27 (0) 11 872 5500

Wide variety of contactors CBI-electric: low voltage Full range of magnetic contactors and thermal overload relays Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of contactors Denver Technical Products GIGAVAC dc contactors up to 1 000 A 1 000 V Edison Lebone Range of contactors Electrahertz Range of contractors

+27 (0) 11 683 0641

ElectroMechanica Range of contactors Eurolux Extensive range of contactors Fusecomp Full range of contactors JDL Electric Range of contactors Legrand SA Contactors up to 800 A Magnet Electrical Suppliers Schneider and Eaton contactors MCE Electric

+27 (0) 10 202 6995

MCE ac magnetic contactors in 3- and 4-pole; MCE contactor accessories; S&C ac magnetic contactors in 3- and 4-pole; S&C contactor accessories Phoenix Contact Range of contactors Switchboard Manufacturers Full range of contactors Voltex Complete range of contactors Voltex LSis Complete range of contactors Waco Full range of contactors Zest WEG Group Complete range of contactors ranging from 7-800 A, suitable for AC1 or AC3 use SURGE PROTECTION DEVICES

+27 (0) 11 608 2970

+27 (0) 10 595 1821

+27 (0) 12 345 5332

ACDC Dynamics Digital panel meters ad digital process meters ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of meters Atlas Group Range of analogue and digital meters Bellco Wide range of analogue and digital meters CBI-electric: low voltage Rail mount meters Comtest Digital meters; clamp meters; laser distance meters Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of meters

ABB Full range of surge protection devices ACDC Dynamics Wide range of surge protection devices ACTOM Electrical Products Full range of surge protection devices ARB Electrical Wholesalers Full range of surge protection devices Atlas Group Broad range of surge protection devices Bellco Compete range of surge protection devices CBI-electric: low voltage Clip-in dual mount surge protection devices

+27 (0) 21 448 8229

+27 (0) 11 334 6560

Edison Lebone Range of meters Electrahertz Range of meters ElectroMechanica Range of meters Electro-Test Complete range of meters Eurolux Digital multimeters; IR thermometer; Lux meter; laser distance meter; clamp meter HellermannTyton TBM series of multimeters and clamp meters to suit every application JDL Electric Range of meters Legrand SA Electrical energy and multifunction metering Magnet Electrical Suppliers Schneider and Power Star meters

Consolidated Electrical Distributors Full range of surge protection devices DEHN Africa Full range of surge protection devices Edison Lebone Range of surge protection devices Electrahertz Complete range of surge protection devices ElectroMechanica Range of surge protection devices Eurolux IP66 isolators Fusecomp Full range of protection devices HellermannTyton Surge plugs: TSPIA and TSPIAF – high surge handling capabilities JDL Electric Range of surge protection devices

+27 (0) 11 723 6000

+27 (0) 11 622 4300

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