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Megger Group today announces that it is to acquire Pax Diagnostics of Sweden. Pax transformer testing and insulation diagnostics products will be a strong addition to the Megger range of test instruments for the power industry.

• Predictive and conditioning capability adds to Megger’s existing transformer test offer
• All Pax employees join Megger
• Users can talk with usual contacts or Megger sales manager

Dielectric Frequency Response Analyzers Pax IDAX range of Dielectric Frequency Response Analyzers are designed for measuring moisture in power transformers as well astesting insulation material in various power system products. The IDAX300 represents the latest generation in the well known IDA/IDAX range of instruments and represents a breakthrough in terms of weight-performance ratio. With its optimized design the test set is three times smaller and lighter and performs insulation characterization twice as fast as its predecessor IDA200.

Sweep Frequency Analysis products Pax FRAX range of Sweep Frequency Analysis products are designed for detecting electromechanical changes inside power transformers. The products have the highest measurement range and accuracy in the industry and fulfil all recent international standards and recommendations for SFRA testing.

Advanced diagnostic testing technology “We have seen a growing demand for advanced diagnostic testing technology, and the inclusion of the PAX Diagnostics business enables Megger to provide a complete transformer test solution”, said Greg Wolfe of Megger, “The Pax product line coupled with the expert knowledge of Pax staff enables customers to move toward predictive test regimes, potentially saving time and money as resources can be directed toward where they are needed most”.

Natural choice “Megger is a natural choice for Pax”, said Peter Fagerström, CEO for Pax. “Our vision from the start of Pax four years ago was to be a top player in the international power transformer test equipment market. Our products fit perfect with the Megger transformer product portfolio and together we will create the strongest product line in the industry to address end user concerns”. “The Megger brand will add confidence to the Pax products” says Matz Ohlen, Marketing & Sales Director at Pax. “We invented the first DFR/FDS field instrument and now it will carry the Megger brand name, and will be supported through Megger sales and applications staff worldwide”.

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Providing convenience, security and courtesy lighting solutions in a range of attractive, easy to install, practical and hardwearing luminaires.

The range meets the demands of domestic and commercial installations with robust casing and extremely effective, flexible and reliable PIR and photocell options for convenience and security.

The lantern range is available as standard for use with 100w lamps or energy saving 9w lamps which provide a longer life and save up to 80% energy compared to a standard light bulb.

• Easy to install.
• IP 44
• Choice of standard, photocell and P.I.R options.
• P.I.R: Day time walk test.
• Shatter-proof Polycarbonate detector.
• P.I.R Range of 6 Metres.
• 110° Angle of detection.
• Photocell: Dusk to dawn sensor.
• Switches on at dusk and off at dawn.
• Designed to BS EN 60598-2-1.

Anti Vandal: Shatterproof Polycarbonate construction is tough, hardwearing and helps prevents damage from vandals; making it a safe alternative to glass covered units. Polycarbonate is weather resistant and UV stable. The solid black or white finished units won’t suffer from paint peel or deteriorate through weathering, the anti corrosion properties are ideal for sea front locations.

Quick Fit: This unique fast fit electrical connection features on the Globe and Coach wall mounted models. It eases installation, is quick, safe and helps prevent the end user installing the product incorrectly.

Photocell: The dusk to dawn sensor is factory set to activate the light as soon as darkness falls and turns off the light during day light hours, enhancing the security of your home (these units are for external use only).

3 Year Photocell and PIR Guarantee: Both Photocell and PIR are protected within sealed modules and as such we are confident of the highest quality operation, providing you with the confidence in your installation of ASD product.

Corner Bracket: Optional corner bracket to provide versatility of installation. Manufactured from polycarbonate the bracket can be used with both the Coach and Globe wall mounted lanterns and allows users to benefit from the ASD Unique Quick Fit connector. Each bracket is supplied with wall plugs and fixing screws.

P.I.R.: Providing proximity detection and security, allowing operation by movement and presence of intruders or visitors. The P.I.R units have a pre-set time of 2 to 3 minutes and can be switched to permanent lighting.

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Specialist waterproofing contractors, Barker Goodwin, have used Triton systems to provide dual layer waterproofing at a luxury terraced property in Surrey.

In conjunction with Triton, the Barker Goodwin team specified Triton SBR admixture, liquid applied Triton TT Vapour Membrane and Platon Doubledrain cavity drain membrane to waterproof the surface of a 250 m² block and beam concrete terrace constructed over a basement. By sourcing all the above materials from Triton, Barker Goodwin were able to avoid the split responsibility issues which are often encountered in dual layer waterproofing projects and, at the same time, provide an effective, fast-track solution for their client, Leander Construction.

The specification included the incorporation of Triton SBR latex admixture to the initial screed which was laid to falls/suitable discharge drainage points, to overcome potential problematic joints within the block and beam sections.

Then, as the primary waterproofer, two coats of Triton’s liquid applied TT Vapour Membrane was applied over the screed. The two coats were applied in opposite directions, so as to avoid any pinprick holes which may have allowed moisture/water ingress to the structure below.

The secondary waterproofing layer was provided by the application of Platon Doubledrain cavity drain membrane, which provided a tough, drained protective covering to the surface.

Mortar and slabs will eventually be laid over the dual waterproofing system to provide an attractive and useful terraced area over the watertight basement.

Triton SBR improves the workability and durability of cement mixes, resulting in the cured material having a higher strength, density and water impermeability. Triton SBR will increase the flexibility and adhesive bond of a mix.

TT Vapour Membrane is a ready blended coating that once cured, provides a waterproof Methane and Carbon Dioxide barrier. Triton TT Vapour Barrier can be retro-applied as a waterproof and gas-proof membrane to concrete, masonry and brick substrates or as an alternative to sheet membranes in new construction. It can be applied by airless spray, roller or brush to walls, floors and soffits

Platon Doubledrain is a cavity drain membrane designed for external use which incorporates a filter fabric layer which ensures soil cannot enter membrane cavities and obstruct drainage.

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As the leading manufacturer of leak free shower enclosures and bathroom pods, Taplanes provide solutions to variety of end users throughout the UK.

From universities and schools to hotels and home owners, Taplanes guarantee a long term, watertight solution. Durability, reliability and speed of installation ensure Taplanes are the first choice when specifying pre-fabricated showers.

A 12-year guarantee, site surveys and full technical support are all provided as standard.

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A lot has changed over the last quarter of a century but one thing is still the same; ASD has always been about British manufacturing at its best. We believe that quality and service is at the core of a successful company. Manufacturing products of the highest possible standard is what ASD was about when we started, as it is today.

Over the years we have matured as a company, we’ve been in business now for 25 years and we’ve learnt a lot in that time. Being customer orientated we’re looking at all times to have the flexibility to respond to the market needs. If our customers need fast deliveries, then we ensure that we meet that requirement.

We’ve made heavy investment over the last couple of years in people, plant and machinery; this investment is continuing to secure the future with a new factory extension already underway for completion early 2008 which will provide greater efficiency, flexibility and product availability.

What we’ve also done to set us apart in the market place is invested in new product development. You only need to look at the range extensions over the last few years that we’ve made in our office, commercial & exterior ranges to meet the demands of our customers.

What we aim to do is continuously update and improve our skills in all the areas of service, quality and competitiveness. That’s what we’ve worked on over the last 25 years, that’s what we will be working on into the future. The big message is that we are investing in the future of British manufacturing to bring quality lighting products to the UK, Europe and beyond.

It’s been an enjoyable journey and I would personally like to thank every one who has been involved with ASD along the way. We wouldn’t have been able get here without the support of our customers, suppliers and importantly our staff who have worked so hard over the years.

So here’s to the next 25years, and beyond…..

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NMC has launched its new Pro-Cove Lite coving range – the company’s first paper-faced polymer coving product. It offers all the benefits of traditional plaster coving without the disadvantages.

Pro-Cove Lite’s smooth surface gives superb sharp precision profiles and a first-class base for easy painting. Because it is manufactured in high-density polymer the mouldings are lightweight and easy to fix single-handed and can typically be installed up to three times faster than traditional plaster coving.

Pro-Cove Lite is available in two plain and one moulded profile styles in 100mm, 127mm and 135mm and is supplied in 3m lengths. Also available are a full range of compatible accessories including internal/external corners, coving adhesive/filler and mitre box.

NMC is one of Europe’s leading synthetic coving and skirting manufacturers and has invested in new machinery to produce the paper-faced Pro-Cove range. NMC UK Managing Director Trevor Stone said: “Pro-Cove Lite is a major product enhancement for our company and enables us to offer customers a high-quality product at very keen prices”

Last year NMC (UK) Ltd acquired Copley Decor to create NMC-Copley, the UK’s leading manufacturer of polyurethane decorative mouldings. Operating from its bases in South Wales and North Yorkshire the company produces an extensive range of mouldings including covings, ceiling roses, skirting boards, dado and picture rails as well as other finishing touches.

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ELGA Process Water introduces a new generation of its leading Rapide™ Strata deionisers.

The Rapide™ Strata is the deioniser of choice for any industry requiring high quality purified water. Using short cycle SCION™ technology and an innovative pulse regeneration sequence, the Rapide™ Strata produces less wastewater with shorter downtime and uses less regenerant chemicals than any other deioniser in its class. This will provide cost savings of up to 40% compared to conventional products.

Whether the application is treating make-up water to reduce boiler blowdown and minimise fuel consumption, producing and recycling rinse water to improve painted or plated surface finishes or producing purified water for general manufacturing, the Rapide™ Strata is the most cost-effective deioniser available. For pharmaceutical applications, Rapide™ Strata +, with its integral HiPol™ polisher, produces water of conductivity less than 0.1µS/cm and silica less than 20ppb, exceeding Ph Eur and USP requirements.

The latest versions of Rapide™ Strata and Rapide™ Strata + incorporate a host of new features to interface more easily with customers’ existing systems, including PVCU pipework, single and three phase power options and additional control functions for greater flexibility. Special regeneration options are also available for high silica raw waters and special applications.

Rapide™ Strata and Rapide™ Strata + units are supported by ELGA Process Water’s comprehensive after-sales service to ensure the long-term, efficient operation of plant.

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Hydropanel partition walls really do take some beating according to the BRE with recent tests confirming that it easily meets all the requirements of BS 5234-2: 1992.

The tests at the BRE were carried out on a 100mm partition wall that comprised one layer of 12mm Hydropanel wallboard fixed to either side of steel studs at 600mm centres using Hydropanel screws.

The Hydropanel partition wall passed BS 5234-2: 1992 on all criteria, including stiffness, resistance to surface damage by a variety of objects and the effects of door slamming. A pass was also achieved for resistance to crowd pressure along with lightweight and heavyweight anchorage tests.

The results prove what many already knew from European testing– that Hydropanel’s concrete-like properties meet all the strength and robustness requirements needed to create high performance partition wall constructions.

“The results are proof that Hydropanel takes some beating!” said Jayne Arkell, Business Manager – Hydropanel. “Since being launched, Hydropanel has been used in a diverse range of projects because it provides customers with impact, moisture and fire resistance benefits.”

Achieving the requirements of BS 5234-2: 1992 will now provide specifiers with detailed information on exactly how a Hydropanel partition wall construction can help their clients.

“The recent tests at BRE mean we now can guarantee sever duty helping specifiers create robust and long lasting partition walls,” added Jayne Arkell. “That is a huge benefit at it means reducing the amount of damage and subsequent maintenance costs for the client.”

The impact resistance of Hydropanel has already resulted in it being specified in a number of demanding applications ranging from hotels and schools, through to saunas and gym room floors.

As a fit and forget solution it provides clients with the peace of mind that once installed, it will provide years of performance.

As well as impact resistance, Hydropanel drywall partition panel is completely resistant to water whilst offering fire resistance – a complete solution for walls, ceilings and floors.

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Visitors to the June 2010 World Cup stadia in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth will enjoy the benefits of air conditioning provided by Daikin water cooled VRV systems.

Water cooled VRV systems comprising 170 outdoor and 351 indoor units have been supplied by Daikin Air Conditioning South Africa (Pty) Ltd, to the currently under construction Green Point Stadium, Cape Town and the recently completed Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth. The 68,000 capacity Green Point Stadium, which will host semi and quarter final matches among others, is the first ‘intelligent’ stadium in South Africa and as its name suggests, is being built to environmentally conscious standards around a combination of 63 Daikin outdoor and 113 indoor units. All electrical equipment, including facility lighting, air conditioners and elevators are controlled centrally in order to maintain maximum energy efficiency.

The 48, 000 capacity Nelson Mandela Stadium, also built to similar Daikin energy saving concepts and hosting quarter final, third place consolation and some other matches, is fitted with 107 Daikin outdoor and 238 indoor units.

Conventional thinking to date concerning air conditioning sports complexes has tended to favour plant room based large capacity chillers. However, since the new South African stadia are designed as multi purpose facilities in which layouts can vary considerably from event to event, an alternative high energy efficient type of system was sought that could be precisely controlled and be flexible enough to air condition each area individually. The choice of Daikin water cooled VRV systems to these advanced sports stadia reflects their ability to deliver substantial savings in power consumption combined with close control over individual unit operation.

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