05/22/2008

Installation of distribution switchboards and other electrical components from E

Elecraft (Aust) offers some of the finest performing electrical components and other products like stand-by power controls, power factor correction, control cubicles, motor centres, switchboards, Co-Gen control systems, distribution switchboards and SCADA systems. Elecraft (Aust) also extends cabling for PABX and voice over IP. Elecraft (Aust) installs Foxtel and MATV distribution systems, IBS systems for in-building mobile telecommunications, EWIS background music systems, intercom and security systems, public address systems and more Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker. All components offered by Elecraft (Aust) are fully tested and continually upgraded in accordance with Australian regulatory standards. Elecraft (Aust) provide electrical automation for commercial premises to lessen energy consumption and also offers seamless background operation or press button control. Elecraft (Aust) provides complete management of building’s power, security, lighting, audio-visual systems, backup generators, heating, cooling and electrical equipment. Elecraft (Aust) conducts complete hazard and risk assessment before undertaking any work in line with OH&S accreditation (AS:NZ 4801). The programmed maintenance services offered by Elecraft (Aust) are lamp replacement programs, earth leakage circuit breaker tests, light level tests, testing of switchboards and more. Some of the other services provided by Elecraft (Aust) are fibre optics data cabling, UPS solutions, cabling for telecommunications, PABX integration, alarm systems, computer room design, lightning and surge protection filters and even more.

Recycling Program Strives to Reduce Environmental Impact

Cooper Bussmann’s Overcurrent Device Recycling Program is designed to be an environmentally safe way to dispose of any brand of fuse, circuit breaker or electrical contactor. The program is available at many local electrical distributors and an opportunity to recycle electrical components that may otherwise populate a landfill Contactor Fuse. Recent trends show Americans are taking an increasingly active role in recycling activities leading to considerable increased U.S. recycling rates. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the overall recycling rate in the U.S. has grown from 11% to 32% in the past 10 years. “This recycling program is increasing the proper recycling of metal devices such as fuses, circuit breakers and electrical contactors, which are often forgotten about in everyday recycling procedures.” says Kevin Knopf, Cooper Bussmann marketing manager. “By the end of 2007, Cooper Bussmann had recycled the equivalent of 15 million 30 A fuses,” states Knopf. “Recycling these products has become a necessity, and Cooper Bussmann is pleased to provide this convenient recycling service to consumers/customers.” Cooper Bussmann supplies participating distributors with a recycling box, which is labeled and used to recycle any brand of fuse, circuit breaker or electrical contactor. Once the used devices are dropped into the box, Cooper Bussmann does the rest.

Baerlocher Acquires Chemtura's PVC Stabilizer Business at world

With immediate effect, the Baerlocher group of Companies has acquired Chemtura's organic based stabilizer (OBS?) business for rigid PVC applications, together with a license for use of Chemtura's OBS patents and know-how also for flexible applications of PVC Stabilizer. "With this additional tool in its technology portfolio, Baerlocher strengthens its technical capabilities for Ca-based heat stabilizers" said Felix K. Meyer, CEO of the Baerlocher group, "this at a time when the market is rapidly moving away from Pb-based one-packs to Cabased systems." As an expert in heat stabilizer one-packs, Baerlocher will continue to develop the OBS? technology. The OBS? technology is particularly suited for pipes and fittings. OBS? products will be produced in Baerlocher production sites worldwide. Following the voluntary commitment of Vinyl 2010 to replace Pb-based stabilizers in Europe by 2015, the trend towards Ca-based is accelerating as REACH implementation is underway. About Baerlocher The Baerlocher group of companies is a leading provider of additives for the plastics industry, in particular for PVC. Its offering includes a very broad range of stabilizers based on CaZn, CaOrg, Pb, BaZn and Sn, as well as other additives for all PVC applications. Baerlocher supplies what are known as "one-packs" under the brand name Baeropan?. These are customized additive formulations meeting the needs of a special application, developed together with the customer using Baerlocher know-how. Other Baerlocher products established in the marketplace are Baerostab? (diverse stabilizer systems), Baeropol? (additive systems for polyolefins), Baerolub? (lubricants), Baerocid? (fatty acids), as well as Ceasit and Zincum (metal stearates). Characteristics of Baerlocher are strong customer and employee orientation, as well as innovation and sustainability. The additive one-pack concept and several novel product forms developed by Baerlocher have become state-of-the-art in the industry. Continued leadership in innovation is demonstrated by Baerlocher's support to the PVC industry in the transition from Lead- to Calcium-based stabilizers as well as by the innovative lubricant systems for wood plastic composites. Baerlocher is committed to the principles of responsible care: sustainable development, safe and environmentally friendly production processes as well as protection of people and the environment are corporate goals. It maintains an ISO 9001 certified quality management system and its environmental management system complies with ISO 14001. The company also provides proactive support for voluntary industry commitments such as Vinyl 2010 and the replacement of Lead-based stabilizers. The Baerlocher group of companies has 13 production sites around the world, with its headquarters in Munich-Unterschleissheim. Research and development are carried out in Germany (Munich- Unterschleissheim), France (Marseilles), Italy (Lodi), the United States (Dover, Ohio) and India (Mumbay). With a sales network covering all major countries, the Baerlocher group of companies has a total of about 1.200 employees and generated worldwide revenues of about EUR 340 million in 2006. Additionally to its core business, Baerlocher is involved in a variety of activities, both in industry and in society. It plays an active role in trade associations and runs a Plastic Additives Museum at the production site in Lingen, Germany. The company also provides opportunities for apprenticeships in various business areas.