Installation Materials Division...the name behind the brands PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8 2017 Featured in this issue... Proteus Vertical ABX Range Metering Controls M2 Metalclad Consumer unit NEW Catalogue Tamlex Certified IP4X Trunking upvc Cable Management...full of bright ideas Centaur Special Fabrications RPP Omega Wiring Accessories Anti-Microbial Trunking Wood Finishes Coloured / Painted Finishes Part M Compliance Contact Centaur for more information
Welcome! A New Year, new opportunities and new products! The Installation Materials Division continues to grow and gain market acceptance with products being installed in both new build and refurbishments throughout the United Kingdom. The company s continuing mission is to provide quality products, with feature and benefit, offering a value for money for its customers. Sales take a Surge! Simple Type 3 level protection Increasingly popular the RPP twin surge protected socket has been designed to fit as an easy replacement to any existing twin outlet being suitable for a 25mm deep wall box. Offering protection for TV s, answer phones and other sensitive equipment from voltage spikes. The full filtered socket, which also fits directly on a 25mm deep wall box also protects from airborne interference i.e. electro-magnetic compatibility (EMC). P408\SRG P408\FIL 2 PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8
MEDIAUPDATES NEW M2 Catalogue IMD A5 Catalogue The M2 brochure contains the stylish white moulded soft edge accessories, complemented by the five decorative metal plate finishes to suit both residential and commercial installations. Features within the range include the ability to interchange the switch modules which allows on-site flexibility. Due to high demand, the handy A5 comprehensive IMD catalogue has been updated and reprinted. Over 350 pages of switchgear and cable management products as manufactured and distributed by the Division s five brands. Centaur Meridian Special 3 compartment dado trunking c/w LED light and RAL4006 blue lilac finish to be used in a medical centre see page 11 for more specials PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8 3
Flexible Conduit Contractor Packs 10m Flexible Conduit c/w 10 x Glands; 20mm white - CFP-20W-10M-CP 25mm white - CFP-25W-10M-CP 20mm black - CFP-20B-10M-CP 25mm black - CFP-25B-10M-CP BeFlexible withcentaur IP65 Rated General Application Enclosures Stylish durable enclosure. Dust and water protection to IP65. Supplied with a fitted dinrail. Ideal for; Caravan parks Garage units Workshops Garden sheds and other outdoor locations and harsh environments Surface mounting units suitable for use with Proteus modular isolation and protection devices to provide local or individual circuit control eg. Workshop. 4 PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8
Impenetrable up to IP4X Independently certified to comply! New security products now available from Tamlex. All trunking lids can be secured with tamperproof screws into hank bushes which are secured into the return flange of the trunking body. The system can also be made impenetrable up to IP4X at all joints to stop foreign objects over 1.0mm gaining access to the cables within. Visit tamlex.co.uk to download the brochure. Proteus Industrial Vertical ABX Range A UNIQUE 3-PHASE DISTRIBUTION BOARD ONLY 269mm WIDE SMALLEST ON THE MARKET Also the unique design offers more wiring room for RCBOs than most standard 3-phase distribution boards. Suitable for replacing existing distribution boards with its space saving design. PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8 5
FEATUREDPRODUCTS Metalclad Consumer Units Amendment 3 Compliant 25 year guarantee Thermal Testing #M2crew 100% Electronic Testing Isolator and RCD controlled units Dual RCD and high integrity units Self closing cover key lockable Improved access for meter tails Metering Controls Single & Three Phase Products Patented Dual Screw Termination Manufactured From Durable Thermoplastics Isolators 100 Amp 1P+N. Meter isolator switch. 35mm 2 terminal capacity. EMIS ETB5 Terminal Blocks 5 way 100A rated connector block. Suitable for 2.5mm 2 to 35mm 2 cables. EHC1 All Terminations Utilise 3mm Hex Screw (one tool fits all) Heating Contactors 100A rated single phase heating contactor. 35mm 2 cable capacity. 6 PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8
Pro 2000 Orders Social media and email updates Proteus Industrial are now sending social media updates to show progress of your PRO 2000 switchboard orders as they are manufactured. Sent to distributors or also direct to customers. This allows you to know fully what to expect on delivery. Hats off to the team for a great idea. Andy of Armstrong Electrical Approved Installed Liked CEF Fulham are taking full advantage of Proteus Industrial s Progress Report Initiative on this PRO2000 project. Approved Installed Liked Before and after shots of an #m2crew member updating an insulated consumer unit for an amendment 3 compliant M2 board. Approved Installed Liked 4 compartment dado trunking fitted with integral lighting in bottom compartment for an automotive test laboratory. Loading... PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8 7
CASE STUDIES IM Division joining forces the complete project solution provide by IMD We changed the specification of the switch board three times to tailor it to exactly what we wanted and deliveries from IM Division were great, which was so important on a project of this size. Specialists in the field of Ultra High Vacuum technology (UHV), VacGen has become a premier supplier of vacuum components and manipulation devices to industry, education, research & development, and the scientific community. Having outgrown the current premises in East Grinstead and Hastings and wishing to join the operations under one roof, VacGen have built a purpose made facility in Dittons, East Sussex. MacDonald Engineers were appointed for the electrical installation and following a visit to the Telford factory of Proteus Industrial Switchgear, part of the Installation Materials Division, a PRO800 800 amp switch board was ordered and fitted. Tamlex Steel Cable Management and Centaur upvc Cable Management also part of the IM Division supplied all of the cable containment. Having direct contact with the manufacturers was ideal, said company director Ian MacDonald, we changed the specification of the switch board three times to tailor it to exactly what we wanted and deliveries from the IM Division were great, which was so important on a project of this size. 8 PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8
With over 42 stores across the country Furniture Village is the UK s largest independent furniture retailer. Under construction is a new outlet in Taunton, Somerset where Paul Agate of AK Electrical has chosen a main incoming switch panel from Proteus Industrial Switchgear of Telford. The PRO800 3 phase panel was specially constructed at the factory to suit the customers exact requirements and For the upvc cable management, Managing Director, Pete Ross chose the Meridian range of three compartment dado trunking from Centaur Manufacturing of Redditch. Offering generous cabling capacity with its 173 x 65mm profile the stylish curved edge design features clipon covers, Cat 6&7 compliance and adjustable internal / external corners to delivered to site ready to fit. Previously, separate boards and loose gear had been fitted which had taken up valuable on-site time and space during installation as well as presenting supply problems for the various items. ensure an absolutely true fit no matter what the actual angle of the corner. It was very easy to install, the drop "I found the install really easy to complete, said Anthony of AK Electrical. The panel arrived on time with everything I needed. This is the fifth board I have fitted in different furniture village sites and I've never had a problem. Before this This is the fifth board I have fitted in different furniture village sites and I've never had a problem. MC Panelboard, MCCBs, RCBOs & Contactors It was very easy to install, the drop down lids cradled the cables when wiring in and then just clipped back up into place down lids cradled the cables when wiring in and then just clipped back up into place, said site foreman Rob Ross, which saved time without cable I have fitted lots of Proteus consumer units which I found to be great boards to work with. This board also makes follow up visits much easier because there is just one main panel to test and maintain." Meridian Three Compartment Dado Trunking Achieving Academy status in 2012, the Trinity Catholic School in Aspley, Nottingham, have recently added a new science block. MJE Contracts Ltd. of Leicester were appointed the building developers and PB Ross Ltd., also of Leicester, carried out the electrical installation. ties etc. and once done left a really nice smooth finish PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8 9
Flush Screed Modular Trunking Flexible by design, robust in construction Three compartments for Power / Voice / Data Removable lids to allow easy access for cabling Removable lid and fillet to position Service Boxes Reinforced lid to endure typical foot traffic Full range of accessories to compliment the system Total Home Solutions Square edge wiring accessories Traditional square edged accessories have never looked so good! A comprehensive range of switches, dimmers, sockets and ceiling products complemented by a metal clad range for those more robust environments. Practical but packed with features like interchangeable switch modules and 3.1 amp USB chargers in single and twin socket outlets. 10 PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8
Centaur Specials A totally fabricated story! Many jobs require those awkward fittings, special bends or bespoke assemblies that most suppliers shy away from and only want the standard business straight from the shelf. Centaur like to listen to their customers and do their best to provide the specials as a service and support in an ever challenging installation market. Having invested heavily in the necessary upvc cutting, welding and assembly equipment in its recently upgraded department to the latest HSE requirements, Centaur fabrications are a reality! New cbx Combination MCB Boards 200A or 250A 3 phase dual busbar MCB board Great COST AND TIME SAVING solution compared to using small MCCB panel boards, with the added benefit of an integrated B type MCB distribution board Unique Design Features PRODUCT FOCUS NEWS issue 8 11
Contact Info... SWITCHGEAR & WIRING ACCESSORIES Coming SOON INDUSTRIAL DIVISION 01952 292001 ind@proteusswitchgear.co.uk www.proteusswitchgear.com Stafford Park 12 Telford, Shropshire, TF3 3BJ CONSUMER UNIT DIVISION 01527 517117 cons@proteusswitchgear.co.uk www.proteusswitchgear.com Pipers Road, Park Farm Ind. Est. Redditch, Worcs, B98 0HU 01527 520678 sales@m2electrical.co.uk www.m2electrical.co.uk Pipers Road, Park Farm Ind. Est. Redditch, Worcs, B98 0HU 01527 528024 sales@rpp.uk.com www.rpp.uk.com Pipers Road, Park Farm Ind. Est. Redditch, Worcs, B98 0HU CABLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS M2 Modular TP Isolator Switch The three pole isolator, mainly used for domestic fan control, will be available as an M2 module which will permit its use in both white moulded and decorative metal plate formats. When used in a three module plate the addition of a fuse can be made to further protect fans from overload situations. Proteus Industrial MCX Range Earth and neutral bars mounted both sides of the board to reduce cable wastage. Interchangeable incomers Isolators or MCCB s up to 250A Up to 12 way 63A mcb plus 2 or 4 way 16A -160A MCCB s. 01527 528049 sales@centaurmfg.com www.centaurmfg.com Pipers Road, Park Farm Ind. Est. Redditch, Worcs, B98 0HU 01952 586689 sales@tamlex.co.uk www.tamlex.co.uk Harcourt, Halesfield 15 Telford, Shropshire, TF7 4ER NEW Metalclad Light Switches Soft style with interchangeable modules.