Aluminium Welding – How Can It Help You Foil The Competition?

Aluminium Welding

Aluminium Welding is a highly sort after skill and you might be wondering why that is. Well, the high strength, lightweight and none corrosive properties of aluminium makes it a valuable resource. Especially when an engineer’s design depends on the items weight and longevity. On top of that the finish on aluminium makes it an … Read more

Cost Saving Design – 5 Sheet Metal Production Techniques

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Cost saving design Is it really the way to go? It is hard to know where to draw the line when it comes to making cost savings on your product. Design and development assistance play such a big part of the Saint Ann’s Sheet Metal process that we are full of tips and tricks that … Read more

Amendment 3 | 17th edition – Wiring Regulations

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An overview of changes proposed in amendment 3 of the 17th edition of Wiring Regulations. To be implemented on the 1st January 2016.  

Centring on fire protection, amendment 3 includes proposals for consumer units to have non-combustible enclosures rather than plastic. It also introduces requirements that the wiring systems and escape routes are to be supported so they’re not compromised in the instance of a fire. It is being introduced in response to reports of a recent trend of increasing fires involving consumer units having a moulded thermoplastic enclosure.

The main issue has been summarised by London Fire Brigade investigator Charlie Pugsley as a loose connection in a terminal causing a high resistance connection that leads to a fire. The National Wiring Regulations committee have considered these issues and proposed additional measures for consuming units within a new regulation in BS 7671 – as part amendment 3 – which also includes non-combustible enclosures.

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