CP Electronics inControl Newsletter - June 2014 Issue 6

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CP Electronics takes expansion to the next level We are pleased to announce that CP Electronics has attracted a substantial investment from Inflexion Private Equity Partners.

The investment from Inflexion, in conjunction with its international network and expertise, will enable CP Electronics to consolidate its position in the UK and grow overseas markets to accelerate the company’s global expansion.

Established in 1970, CP Electronics has grown to be a dominant player in the UK and international lighting control markets. With product ranges such as green-i that support simple installations, right through to its fully

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functional lighting control systems Rapid, CP Electronics offers the most comprehensive range of products in the market, backed up by high levels of customer support and service.

The directors of CP Electronics and Inflexion are keen to maintain the ethos of the company – all of the existing management team will continue to carry on their good work, and Paul Mans will remain as Managing Director.

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Cold storage environments such as warehousing, docking bays and car parks can reach ambient temperatures from -10°C to -30°C. These areas normally have uncontrolled lighting resulting in expensive use of energy.

Following rigorous testing in climatic chambers and on-site, the new Minus30 range of cold storage and refrigeration PIR detectors from CP Electronics operate and perform at aggressive -30°C temperatures. These detectors are unique to the market by operating at such low temperatures and opens the door for improved energy efficiency in many cold

chain operations that had previously left lighting on permanently.

For more information call us on +44(0)333 900 0671 or visit the website.

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Don’t let your budget be a barrier There is no doubt that the installation of a Building Management System (BMS) in a commercial building will lead to energy savings but as Managing Director, Paul Mans explains; this isn’t the only solution.

Building controls technology is now cited as one of the leading factors in the route to achieving substantial energy savings, but despite this many people are still put off by the cost of the installation of a BMS. The simple fact remains that while everyone would like to install a BMS their budgets won’t allow it.

Moreover, people can also be put off by the disruption of implementing controls in a building which is occupied.

Unfortunately for many people these become barriers to installing any form of control at all and as a result they are missing out on vital energy savings.

But there are options available which remove these barriers—a good example of which is our range of batten mount PIR detectors which provide simple way to make any T5 or T8 batten an energy saving luminaire. The EBMPIR-MB products offer a flexible and cost-effective solution for batten mount luminaires at low level. Whilst the new EBDHS-MB provides exceptionally sensitive and long range detection, sensing movement up to 40m at a 15m mounting height, making it suitable for high bay applications. These luminaire mounted PIR detectors are very easy to install and as a result you can be achieving energy savings instantly through the automatic control of lighting throughout the building.

While I am obviously going to sing the praises of our own product range, there is no denying the fact that it is proving to be hugely popular in the retrofit market simply because it is suitable for a wide variety of applications, both indoors and out, and it provides that all important quick payback which many building owners require.

EBDHS-MB Luminaire Mount High Bay PIR Detectors

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Another retrofit solution is the EBMINT, a new range of integrated presence detectors which can be fitted onto the LED, T5 or T8 tube directly, or to a louvre blade of a parabolic louvred luminaire which makes them ideal for installations which demand minimum disruption or where it isn’t possible to disturb the fabric of a building (such as where asbestos is present).

These are just two examples but there are many more which prove that you don’t need a massive budget to achieve energy savings.

Therefore the key to energy efficiency is to make the building work harder and smarter while staying within your budget.

Going forward I can only see this type of technology growing in popularity and as more companies choose to refurbish rather than move offices this is exactly the type of solution they are looking for – simply because it plays a key part in improving a building’s energy performance with the minimum amount of investment and disruption.

So while a BMS is indeed a fantastic solution, it isn’t the only solution and lack of budget should not be a barrier to achieving savings – you just need to adopt a different approach.

Paul Mans Managing Director Adapted from BSEE magazine ‘Industry Comment’

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Supporting Ireland Switch.ie based in Dublin, are a proud distributor of CP Electronics products in the Republic of Ireland. Their business model focuses on the sales, promotion and distribution of quality electrical products and solutions to the Electrical Trade.

The highly trained Switch.ie team take their customers from design, through Commissioning, and on to the handover stage - ensuring good working relationships with Specifier, Installer and ultimately the End User.

Switch.ie has completed many successful energy saving projects using CP Electronics products and were shortlisted for their work in the National Green Awards 2013.

Over 1,000 Rapid LCM’s and 9,000 light fittings were installed in a five block campus which can be programmed and managed via the updated PC head end, ensuring maximum return on investment for the bank.

Paul Noonan, Managing Director said: “Switch.ie look forward to continuing to support CP Electronics into the future and especially the release of the new EBMINT products which will open up the retrofit market to their sales team.”

If you require further information about Switch Distribution please contact +353 1452 4182 or visit their site www.switch.ie

Last year Switch.ie completed a hugely successful re-commissioning project of the Allied Irish Bank (AIB) Head Office in conjunction with CP system partners CP Northern.

Lighting up Wembley: Electric Run 2014 On Saturday 26th April, eight members of staff donned glow sticks and neon for the 5k Electric Run in Wembley. The race circled Wembley Stadium and saw over 17,000 people take part in the light and music themed run.

The team raised £882 in aid of Breast Cancer Care. Well done to all those who took part, and thanks to all who donated for a great cause.

From left to right, back row: Mike Brooks, Jonathan Nelson-Peters, Michael Kelsey, Emma Wilcox, Emily Cooper.

Front row: Jasu Panchani, Sonia Kapur, Parool Gordon.

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New Technical Services brochure available now CP Electronics offer an unrivalled level of technical support to our customers during specification, installation, commissioning and maintenance. To protect your investment into our lighting control solutions and give you peace of mind, it also makes sense to schedule regular maintenance. Our new Technical Services brochure guides you through our support packages, helping you get the most out of your energy saving solution.

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OEM/Export Expansion

Recent Projects

One Southampton Street Where: Covent Garden, London Building: Newly refurbished multi-floor development in the heart of the city.

Brief: Integrate a sophisticated and flexible lighting control system to maximise energy efficiency in the building. Scene setting was also required.

Products: Rapid was specified for its flexibility as the system can be easily incorporated into any building design and can be easily configured to control specific rooms, floors or an entire multi-floor building.

CP Electronics are delighted to introduce John Williams, our new OEM & Export Area Sales Manager. John will be covering lighting OEMs North East of the UK and select export customers.

John brings 35 years of invaluable lighting industry experience.

To get in touch with John contact him on +44 (0)7880 380912 or email John at john.williams@cpelectronics.co.uk

Helping hand in the electrical and energy industry Fred Dickinson, our Regional Sales Manager for North East, has dedicated much time and effort to the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) and acts as Chairman for North East EIC. The EIC (formally known as the EEIBA) is a national charity for the electrical and energy industry, offering practical support and encouragement as well as financial grants to people in the industry who encounter difficulties in their lives. ited Newcastle Un e n and former o spoke at th Fred Dickinso wh t) gh (ri rd Beresfo footballer John heon 2013 Christmas Lunc

Fred has been involved in hosting and organising key fundraising events such as the EEIBA Tyne & Wear Christmas Luncheon which raised over £4300, and is working towards the Summer Lunch 2014, which takes place in June 2014. To find out more about the EIC and how you can get involved please visit www.eeiba.org

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