Elex Exeter 21 Newsletter

ELEX2021

Westpoint Exeter - Thursday 9th & Friday 10th December PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICIAN

Sponsored by

The Electricians’ Exhibition

1000’S OF SHOW DEALS ON ALL LEADING TRADE BRANDS

6 REASONS TO ATTEND

1 Huge deals on the very latest tools and equipment

3 Free technical seminars on new rules & regs

4 More savings 2 Hundreds of hands-on live demos of new product launches

with an exclusive money-off voucher booklet

5 Free fast track entry

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6 Free samples, spot prizes and giveaways

Register for free at www.elexshow.info

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10.30 – 11.00

SEMINAR TIMETABLE - WESTPOINT EXETER

Electric Vehicle Charging Design Considerations - BS 7671 Amendment 1 NAPIT look at electric vehicle charging design considerations incorporating the latest BS 7671 Amendment 1 requirements, with an expert panel from NAPIT, Garo and Scolmore. Topics covered include load management, consumer unit design, RCD types and Earthing considerations.

Presented by NAPIT with industry expert panel

ELEX SEMINARS PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR ELECTRICIANS

11.40 – 12.10 Industry Forum The IET hosts the industry forum to debate the hottest topics in the industry today with an expert panel from the IET, ECA, and NAPIT. Forum 1 – Protective Multiple Earthing.

Presented by IET

12.15 – 12.45 Dispelling Technical Installation Myths Darren and Jake will be looking at some common design and installation myths that exist in the electrical industry. They will also take the time to confirm the solutions electrical contractors can use to overcome these technical issues, in line with BS7671.

Presented By Scolmore

12.50 – 13.20 How to Code the Observations found During EICR’s This interactive Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) Codebreaker’s debate has been revamped for 2021! Using real-world examples, come along to engage in lively discussion and find out how to deal with the problems encountered when coding observations found while carrying out EICRs. Presented by NAPIT

13.25 – 13.55 Industry Forum The IET hosts the industry forum to debate the hottest topics in the industry today with an expert panel from the IET, ECA, and NAPIT. Forum 2 – Electric Vehicle Charging Installations.

Presented by IET

14.00 – 14.30 Technology to Promote Resident Safety and Provide Safer Homes With technological advancements progressing the connected home, we examine how this translates to resident safety, the benefits it can bring to proactive management of housing stock and how this facilitates a solution-focused approach.

We also examine another dimension to resident safety through monitoring home health data and see how smarter, healthier homes lead to safer communities.

Presented by Aico

14.35 – 15.05 Smart home for the electrician Internet, Wifi and smart devices are now fundamental requirements for consumers.

Electricians are uniquely placed to help homeowners realise the potential of smart technology in the home. Steve Martin looks at the business opportunities opening up for traditional electricians surrounding smart homes, buildings and devices.

Presented by the ECA

Elex is designed to help electricians keep right up-to-date with the latest technical updates and all the new rules and regulations. The Westpoint Exeter show has the biggest programme of free seminars to date with an extensive schedule packed with practical information and guidance.

All the sessions are presented by leading industry experts and explore key issues facing electricians today. They are all free to attend and take place both days of the show - Thursday 9th & Friday 10th December.

All you need to do is pre-register to attend the event.

ONE TO WATCH: THE IET INDUSTRY FORUM Once again, the IET is supporting the industry by being the headline sponsor of Elex for 2021. It plays host to the new IET Industry Forum at Westpoint Exeter and brings together a panel of key experts from the IET, ECA and NAPIT. Combining their technical expertise, they discuss industry wide issues and offer expert perspectives on topics that are currently crucial to installers.

To get your free tickets visit www.elexshow.info

ELEX2021

Sponsored by

PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICIAN

The Electricians’ Exhibition

Westpoint Exeter Thursday 9th & Friday 10th December

Aico

Alltrade

Big Wipes

Aico, European market leaders in Home Life Safety, pioneer new technologies and offer high quality alarms to guarantee protection for every home. Through HomeLINK, Aico’s Connected Home offering leverages integration and analytic technologies to provide a synergistic approach to IoT, addressing the needs of social landlords and their residents.

Smart Home, security and networking are lucrative new areas

The market leading Big Wipes range with antiviral (EN14476) and antibacterial (EN1276) efficacy offers professional tradespeople an all-inone cleaning and disinfecting solution for hands, tools and surfaces. Dermatologically tested and non-toxic, Big Wipes cleaning wipes also contains four great skin conditioners which all help to nourish and protect the skin.

Airvent

Alpha

BRK

Airvent provides one of the most comprehensive choices of ventilation systems available in the UK. The Airvent range covers air movement, ventilation technologies and commercial hand dryers, along with its latest outdoor heating and pest control solutions for residential and light commercial applications.

The UK’s leading Test Equipment Suppliers & Calibration Services.

Check out our exhibition stands across the UK for the latest Multifunction Testers, Earth Leakage Clamps, Multimeters, PAT Testers, Two Pole Testers, Non-Contact Voltage Testers, Thermal Imaging Cameras & Electrical wiring accessories from Megger, Fluke, Seaward, Kewtech, Metrel & Martindale + many more!

BRK invented the first domestic smoke alarm in 1969 and has continued to innovate ever since. 60 years’ experience of designing, manufacturing and supplying home safety products, makes them an industry leader. Its range of smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms offer superior performance, quality and installer benefits; satisfying the needs of the most demanding specification project or budget.

of business for electricians. Alltrade is the leading distributor serving these sectors, backing up its extensive product range with nationwide trade counters, free training, free delivery and free technical planning/support. Drop by our stand and chat over how your business can expand into these new areas, fully supported by Alltrade.

To get your free tickets visit www.elexshow.info

Buy with Confidence

Checkatrade.com

Craig & Derricott

Buy With Confidence is a Trading Standards business approval scheme, not-for-profit and owned and operated by the local authority. It offers access to information about changes to the law, support and advice from Trading Standards and the reassurance for consumers that its members are a trustworthy business with great customer service.

Checkatrade is the number one trade directory homeowners use to find

Craig & Derricott offers an extensive range of low voltage products including electrical isolation switchgear & automatic transfer switches, control stations, rail rolling stock components and rail LED lighting, all supported by its bespoke design service.

trades. Whether you are looking to build your business, generate more work or simply become a recommended, vetted and monitored member to give your customers peace of mind, Checkatrade is the right membership for you.

Callidus

Chint

ECA

Callidus are Off-grid, Solar & Battery storage specialists, providing reliable battery & solar technology for your home or business. Every project is designed & installed by fully trained engineers. Callidus are helping people get off the grid across the UK, offering solutions installing solar and battery in homes, businesses, farms & stables.

Chint Shield offer a complete low voltage electrical solution for domestic, commercial and industrial installations, with many products designed, manufactured and assembled in the UK. Continuous investment in quality people has allowed Chint Shield to develop a strong commercial and technical team, capable of supporting the needs of its growing customer base from its location just south of Manchester.

ECA is the UK’s leading trade association for the electrotechnical and wider engineering services industry. We aim to drive growth and prosperity for the industry and our members, and we’d like you to join our journey. Support is tailored to your needs and designed to add value to your organisation. We offer membership across the full range of electrotechnical disciplines.

Cavius

C.K Tools

Electricfix

Cavius have been at the forefront of the fire alarm industry since 2004.

CK will be holding an hourly prize draw (starting from 11am), giving away a premium bag of tools to each lucky winner. Bag will include a 10m SpiraFlex Draw Tape, Redline 160mm CombiCutter 3, Conduit Bush Wrench, ArmourSlice and an exclusive C.K Bobble Hat. Details of how to enter this prize draw will be explained on the C.K stand on the day of the exhibition.

Electricfix offers the full solution to all electricians across the UK with 97% of the UK population within a 30-minute drive of a store. You have access to a dedicated trade counter within a Screwfix store, staff will be on hand to support alongside a free cuppa on arrival, getting products you need, quickly, affordably and right first time.

The alarm design has revolutionised the smoke alarm industry, bringing not only an extremely wellfunctioning alarm, but a compact one too. Cavius Alarms use the highest quality components to ensure quality, reliability and stability.

To get your free tickets visit www.elexshow.info

ESP

Gap Lighting

Hamilton Group

The IP POE CCTV range is designed to offer reliable and straightforward installation solutions for a range of applications from domestic through to more complex commercial projects. The range features POE which enables the camera and power feed to be wired in Cat5e cable up to 100 metres without the need for additional power. A single Ethernet cable provides both the power and the HD digital feed.

Gap Lighting is a recognised leader in Smart LED lighting solutions and colour control Our professional team

Hamilton is a British electrical solutions provider that designs, develops and manufactures innovative electrical accessories of the highest quality. With a vast product range including decorative switch plates and sockets, smart lighting control, new wireless audio devices. It is a one-stop shop for all wiring requirements for both the residential and hotel industries.

Europa

Google Nest

Ideal Industries

Learn more about Europa’s extended range of Sentinel Consumer Units and 250A TPN, as well its popular products including single phase and three phase enclosed retrofit surge protection devices, automatic transfer switches, Type A compact RCBO’s, Type B RCCB’s, push-in DIN rail terminals.

Google Nest products work seamlessly together to make homes more helpful. So your customers can stay informed, comfortable and

IDEAL INDUSTRIES is introducing the new 32A Gen II Lever wire connectors certified for use with the In-Sure® Box for enclosure installation plus our SpliceLine® and Push In connectors, Twin and Earth Stripper, FT-45® Feed-Thru Modular Plug Solution, Lockout/Tagout kits and new Test & Measurement range at the stand.

work closely with installers, lighting designers, architects and homeowners, providing inspirational lighting schemes for various commercial applications, architectural, residential and landscape environments in the UK and worldwide.

secure. And with devices powered by Hey Google, like Nest Mini, they can control compatible connected home products with their voice. Meet the team and find out how you can become a Nest Pro and build the helpful home.

The Focus Training Group

GloForce

IET

The Focus Training Group, a specialist in Electrical Training, offers flexible and professional training at

GloForce have a new and very unique range of work lights with magnetic goosenecks with a range of lengths, enabling users to get light, right where they need it. They are extremely bright, dimmable, battery operated, so cordless and mobile, with run times of over 7 hours per charge.

Pick up your copy of the Code of Practice for In-service Inspection

reasonable prices. The group comprises four different offerings, each dedicated to service a range of industries and job roles, offering training and also employment opportunities.

and Testing of Electrical Equipment, 5th Edition from the IET. The 5th Edition delivers clear advice to all users on the considerations needed to make an informed assessment on when to arrange testing, including, understanding how to conduct a risk assessment, and the frequency of testing required to ensure electrical safety in continued use.

To get your free tickets visit www.elexshow.info

Knightsbridge

Metrel

OVIA

Founded in 1998, Knightsbridge has since established itself as one of the UK's leading manufacturers of lighting products and electrical wiring accessories. With more than 3000 quality electrical products on offer, spanning a huge array of applications, Knightsbridge is sure to have the perfect fit for the job. For the chance to win prizes, come and say hello!

Metrel provides visibility into analysing, troubleshooting and repairing systems for optimum use in residential, industrial, plant or

The Inceptor® Evo installation is made faster with the addition of the Flow connector. Simple removal of the surface mount adaptor ring allows the product to be semi-recess mounted. As well as providing two styles of the fascias, the Evo is available with 4 distinct modes of operation: 3 hour emergency & microwave, sensor, 3 hour emergency, Microwave sensor, Standard driver.

commercial electrical / power systems. Its equipment extends in breadth and depth from electrical 17th Edition multifunctional testers, PAT testers, single and 3-phase power quality analysers, HV insulation, environmental, clamp meters and digital multimeters.

Megger

Mr Litework - FluxTech

Quinetic

Megger will be exhibiting the new range of Low Voltage Installation test instruments. The company will showcase the new MET1000, a multifunctional voltage and current tester providing electricians a versatile and robust hand-held all-inone meter and the DCM305E Earth leakage clampmeter, designed to measure differential current to aid fault finding.

FluxTech Lighting is an LED Lighting product supplier. With more than 30 Years’ experience in Design and Manufacturing, the company offers a range of LED Lighting products, including Strip Lights, Smart Control Lighting Devices, LED Bulbs and Lighting Fixtures. All products are designed aim to the UK & EU Standard.

The kinetic wireless switch range is easy to use with simple and flexible installation. No battery and no wiring to the switch allows for limitless

applications. Ideal for indoor and outdoor lighting, workshops & sheds, listed buildings, conservatories, assisted living & many other applications. Standard receivers controlled via switches and Wi-Fi receivers, which allow control via switches or Smartphone App.

Mercedes-Benz Vans

NAPIT

Ring

Our Mercedes-Benz Van Centre is based at our Exeter showroom in Marsh Barton, we offer a full range of new Mercedes-Benz vans models along with an extensive selection of approved used vans for our retail and business customers. Speak to our Mercedes-Benz Vans team, please contact 01392 537111 or visit

Visit the NAPIT stand today to join the 15,000 current NAPIT registered installers at an exclusive show price!

We're thrilled to be supporting trade professionals across the UK through the Ring Professional Programme. Visit the stand to find out more about the programme and how to help your customers create safer neighbourhoods, chat with our team directly, and put your installation skills to the test to be in with the chance of winning a Floodlight Cam Pro!

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Also, on the stand you can take advantage of on-site technical and training support, browse and purchase its discounted publications and receive a demo of the company’s new, advanced certification software, NAPIT FastTest.

To get your free tickets visit www.elexshow.info

Schneider Electric

Test Instrument Solutions

Wera Tools

Schneider Electric believe that access to energy and digital is a basic human right, so they empower everyone to make the most of their energy and resources - ensuring that Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, at every moment. Visit the stand at Exeter to see the latest developments.

Visit the stand to see the new TIS 700 Elite Downloading Pat Tester, which stores results onto a SD card and produces professional reports, without costly software. Also the new

MFTPRO Tester, which carries out all the tests from the 18th Edition Plus, Power Quality Analysis, Voltage Drop & Earth Leakage Tests.

Wera is a leading global manufacturer of screw-driving tools, known worldwide for their innovation, functionality and unbeatable level of quality. Each product is designed to challenge existing standards and push boundaries, to ensure the user experience is easier, safer and full of joy!

Scolmore Group

Unicrimp

Wiska

Scolmore enters the consumer unit market with a comprehensive Consumer Unit and Circuit Protection range. Elucian by Click is an extensive range of metal consumer units that will cover a broad range of installations and offers a number of features and benefits that will enhance the products’ convenience, flexibility and safety properties.

Unicrimp Q-Fire fire rated range, consists of a number of cable accessories compliant with The 18th

WISKA UK are the market leaders in the manufacture and supply of an innovative and quality range of cable glands, junction boxes & gel jointing products.

WISKA products have become the choice for electricians across the UK. WISKA, make power smile.

Edition. Unicrimp part of the Scolmore Group of companies, continues to expand its cable accessories portfolio with new additions to its range, including T&E Cable Clips, All Round Banding and Masonry screws.

Sunhouse

Vantainer

Wiha

Sunhouse is a long-established brand of heating products that has always given exceptional quality and reliability for the best value! Its range combines innovation and style to deliver high specification electric heating solutions for all applications.

The Vantainer van racking system offers the ideal solution to transport tools and equipment safely, quickly and in an organised system. This is accomplished through a unique patented case system which enables all systainer® cases to be stacked and linked together. Manufactured in Germany by Tanos, the systainer®cases are renowned the world over for their functionality.

Wiha is one of the leading manufacturers in the world for hand tools for professional use in trade and industry. The name of Wiha has stood for innovative tools of the highest quality with screwdrivers, torque tools, Lkeys, bits, softhead hammers, pliers, measuring tools and articulated hoses.

A host of awards underline the setting of standards in terms of functionality and design.

To get your free tickets visit www.elexshow.info

ELEX2021 PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICIAN

Sponsored by

The Electricians’ Exhibition

Westpoint Exeter Thursday 9th & Friday 10th December: 10.00am - 4.00pm

EXHIBITORS Aico

Chint Europe

Gap Lighting

Ovia Lighting

Airvent

CK Tools

Google Nest

Quinetic

Alltrade

Craig & Derricott

Gloforce

Ring

Alpha

C-Tec South West

Hamilton Group

Schneider Electric

Big Wipes

ECA

Ideal Industries

Scolmore Group

BRK

Electricfix

IET

Sunhouse

Buy with Confidence

Elite Security Products

Knightsbridge

TIS

Callidus

Europa

Megger

Unicrimp

Cavius

FluxTech

Metrel UK

Wera

Checkatrade.com

Focus Training Group

NAPIT

Wiha

HOW TO GET THERE Westpoint is located just outside of Exeter in the heart of the West Country. It is just one mile from junction 30 of the M5. Follow the A3052 Sidmouth road for one mile and Westpoint is on your left hand side.

For sat nav please use EX5 1DJ or Oil Mill Lane (this road is opposite the main entrance). If you travelling by train, Exeter St. David’s is the nearest station and is 6 miles from Westpoint.

There is extensive free parking for all visitors right by the exhibition hall.

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To get your free tickets visit www.elexshow.info

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