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YOUR ELECTRICAL ASSET | SEPTEMBER–OCTOBER 2019
BUY PDL 600 & 300 SERIES AND
CHOOSE YOUR
SUMMER STYLE
Buy 100x PDL Iconic® or 600 Series
sockets and take your pick from either
1x Sony noise-cancelling headphones
or 2x Oakley sunglasses.
Read more at
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» Article Page 8 » Article Page 26
ACCESS CONTROL SOLAR/OFF-GRID TM
MORE SUCCESSFUL
POWERBASE PROMOS
ANOTHER BATTLE WITH THE ‘BOKS.
Over 200 Powerbase trade customers joined staff and sponsors at the All Blacks vs Springboks
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special guest Phil Gifford proved a very entertaining speaker. Over $10,000 in travel vouchers
and Prezzy cards provided some fun for our guests. The 16-all draw was the only dull spot on a
great weekend. The event was developed exclusively by Powerbase and supported by Nexans and
Schneider Electric.
Welcome to your September/
October edition of Marketplace,
Our special thanks to these the promotional and business
sponsors for their support.
publication from the members
of the Powerbase electrical
wholesale group.
We have another great issue for you, check out
the Schneider Electric cover promotion and the
reward you can choose when buying double
TM
sockets of Iconic or 600 Series. You can
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experience with Prysmian Cable and 2x more
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Some chilled out Powerbase customers enjoying the
pre-match hospitality at the AB’s vs ‘Boks recently. Check out the two industry articles and get
some tips on Access Control and also on
Solar/Off-Grid.
Let us know if you have an industry topic or
MORE WINNERS WITH product install issue that we could feature in
Marketplace. This can be via the website
PHILIPS LIGHTING www.marketplacemagazine.co.nz
or directly via email to
Customers of the Powerbase wholesale feedback@marketplacemagazine.co.nz.
branches were rewarded with free Easter
Also if you happen to come across an electrical
eggs plus $25,000 in shopping vouchers by
botch-up in your daily work, photograph it and
simply purchasing Philips Lighting Products.
it could be featured in our Epic Fail section, see
This was another exclusive supplier page 51 this issue. So send it in and you could
promotion with our lighting supplier, Philips. win a $50 Subway voucher!
Our thanks for their continued support. Advances’ Matt Wilson (left) presents Simon Powerbase is the largest group of independent
Astle from Electric Touch with a $250 voucher.
electrical wholesalers, all locally owned and
operated. The people you deal with are
the ones that own the business – so we’re
committed to keeping you happy!
Sparkies Mark Girling (left) and Carl Howard Jason Regnand from Advance (left) presents Kevin Lynn
(right) from Select Electrical with their winning Craig Harrison from PAE NZ Ltd. with a
voucher from Advance’s Jason Regnand. winning $250 voucher. Group Commercial Manager
Powerbase Limited
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IN THIS CHOOSE
YOUR
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PICK
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05 SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
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Buy 100x Iconic or 600 Series double
sockets and choose Sony headphones
or 2x Oakley sunglasses.
07 PHILIPS LIGHTING
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09 PRYSMIAN GROUP
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Tennis Experience.
11 LEGRAND
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INDUSTRY
07
08 ACCESS CONTROL
Looking after your assets.
10 LEGRAND
Celebrating 60 years of innovation.
26 SOLAR/OFF-GRID
An under-utilised resource.
30 INDUSTRY NEWS
New products coming to your
Powerbase branch.
32 ISOLATORS EXPLAINED
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LIFESTYLE
42 HCB TRAVEL
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46 NEXANS MOTOR RACING NEWS
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48 VYNCO GOLFING TIPS
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When is a forward pass not a forward pass?
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EXCLUSIVE TO POWERBASE
BUY PDL 600 & 300 SERIES AND
CHOOSE YOUR
SUMMER STYLE
Buy 100x PDL Iconic® or 600 Series
sockets and take your pick from either
1x Sony noise-cancelling headphones
or 2x Oakley sunglasses.
PICK
YOUR
PRIZE
Promotion valid from 1 September 2019 or while stocks last. Applies to purchases of 100x double
Promotion valid 1 September 2019 or while stocks last. Applies to purchases of 100x double switched
switched
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ARTICLE
ACCESS CONTROL
LOOKING AFTER YOUR ASSETS?
Access control can be a number » On sites where there are machines and Most cards and technological tools
of things. It could be restricting plant that should only be operated by integrate high end technology with any
certain people from entering your skilled personnel. These devices can other security codes and settings you may
premises between specific times, be locked out by a keypad for example, have already have. This not only includes
where only authorised operators may past security alternatives but also combines
controlling who operates certain
use this equipment by putting in their several badges or identity solutions into
machinery, or be a means of
unique identifier. one card for easier access. This makes it
getting rid of the keys from your easier and more efficient to change the
business. The days of having a » At sports clubs, where multiple committee
members have access day and night with employees to a new system of secure
key management system would measures.
keys. With thousands of dollars’ worth
be gone. So, the uses for access
of assets or liquor on site, wouldn’t it be High end technology ensures stronger
control are wide and varied. better to know who is entering the club, security and safety for businesses and
Remember, mechanical locks and keys do especially after hours. When something employees. If you want to upgrade with
not allow restriction of the key holder to goes wrong why should the suspicion fall ease of use, then you can consider
specific times or dates. Mechanical locks on all members? The electronic access access control. Understanding how the
and keys do not provide records of the key control system grants access based on methodologies work is the first step
used on any specific door and the keys the key code or proximity card presented. to making the most of access control.
can be easily copied or transferred to an Remember, access control is relatively easy
unauthorized person. When a mechanical WHEN ACCESS IS GRANTED, to set up and maintain. Talk to your local
key is lost, or the key holder is no longer Powerbase branch about your options.
authorized to use the protected area, the THE DOOR IS UNLOCKED FOR A
locks must be re-keyed. Here are some PREDETERMINED TIME AND THE IN SUMMARY
examples of where an access control We all wish we lived in a world where
system would work well. TRANSACTION IS RECORDED. we could trust each other, or health and
BEST OPTIONS FOR ACCESS CONTROL WHEN ACCESS IS REFUSED, THE safety was based on common sense,
but this isn’t the case anymore. We all
» Any business that has high health and DOOR REMAINS LOCKED AND THE have to think now to the lowest common
safety risks on site. The employer will
know when an employee comes to work,
ATTEMPTED ACCESS IS RECORDED. denominator and make sure our our health
and safety practices are up to date because
and when they have left. You may call this if we don’t you will have a higher authority
big brother but when the onus is on the The system will also monitor the door and coming after you. Protect yourself!
employer to keep their employees safe alarm if the door is forced open or held open
then why not. too long after being unlocked. LOOKING FOR MORE
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identifier out of the system and deny them through a workplace. This ensures safety and
access. No need to worry about getting security in any area without the difficulties of
the keys back. setting up security settings.
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SUPPLIER PROFILE LEGRAND
LEGRAND CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF
POWERFUL DESIGN AND INNOVATION
On 15 October 2019, Legrand utilises tri-wireless IoT technology for smart “The Legrand New Zealand team looks
New Zealand celebrates 60 years buildings to deliver efficient installation, fast forward to continuing to provide our existing
of being an industry leader and a tracked commissioning and streamlined and new customers with exceptional
vital part of the global network of operation. The Galaxy System provides products, systems and solutions. We would
broad coverage, which minimises system like to acknowledge the contribution the
the Legrand Group.
infrastructure requirements. Connection New Zealand electrical specialists have
Established in 1959 as Adam Agencies with devices enables analytics and status made to ensure the success of Legrand in
Limited, then G. V. Wickens Limited, the updates to be monitored in real time, either New Zealand,” stated Butler.
business evolved and was acquired by onsite or remotely.
HPM in 1988. Ongoing success attracted
According to Legrand country manager,
interest from the Legrand Group, and
Jeff Butler, building its presence as a
in 2007 HPM NZ became part of the
specialist in products and systems for
Legrand network.
electrical installations and digital building www.legrand.co.nz
Continuing the growth of the New Zealand infrastructure, drives everything Legrand
subsidiary, Legrand purchased Trical in is doing.
December 2018, an Auckland-based
“Legrand is an ambitious, innovation driven
specialist in metallic enclosures for both
global network. As we reflect on the New
data and electrical in residential and FOR MORE INFORMATION
Zealand subsidiary’s journey over the last
commercial markets. This latest acquisition CONTACT YOUR LOCAL
60 years, our achievements have been
strengthens and rounds out Legrand New POWERBASE BRANCH
extraordinary and the future is exciting.
Zealand’s business in energy distribution
and digital infrastructures.
EVOLUTION OF ELECTRICAL
EXPERTISE
As the electrical industry locally, and globally,
has evolved, so has Legrand New Zealand.
While switches and sockets still represent
a significant proportion of the Legrand
business, internet enabled IoT products are
emerging as the way forward. Developed
by Legrand’s European research and
development team, programs such as
ELIOT, encompass the brand’s ambition
to drive product innovation through cloud-
based connectivity and foster partner
relationships within the IoT space.
The ELIOT program provides electrical
specialists with a suite of products and
systems to adapt and create buildings fit
for the 21st century. These include Arteor
with Netatmo smart home, and the Classe
300 Wi-Fi Door Entry System.
LEADING THE WAY WITH
INNOVATION About Legrand New Zealand
The leader in emergency lighting, Legrand NZ is part of the global Legrand network, which has a presence in more than 90
Legrand New Zealand’s most recent countries and a workforce of more than 36,000 people. Legrand designs, manufactures and
release demonstrates the organisation’s distributes over 15,000 items under five premium brands: HPM, Legrand, BTicino, Cablofil
strength in the category. Developed from and CP Electronics. Discontent with making purely functional products, Legrand aims to set
the ground up, the Galaxy Connected the benchmark for both technological innovation and inspirational design of everyday items,
Emergency Lighting Testing System boosting the profile of modern electrical systems within both the Trade and Consumer sectors.
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SOLAR POWER
AN UNDER-UTILISED RESOURCE
When we hear the words “solar A customer wants an automatic gate at the been a good solution for pathways and
power” we would often think of solar front of their rural property to control the sheds and still are. We now have the Sun
modules on the roof of a house, access onto their property. These devices Synk Eclipse all-in-one solar LED lights
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more to solar power than just a
system to power this. It could be just one
grid tied system on a residential
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small solar module, a charge controller and IN SUMMARY
a small battery. Now if we can get power The reality is that with the solar technology
resource that is often overlooked at the gate then we can also think about of today there is no reason why we cannot
for other purposes but the reality having a security camera there or an IP power up devices, or light up areas, where
is that the technology to harness intercom so visitors can call the owner no power cables exist. Especially with
the suns power has evolved rapidly when they arrive. lighting as the fittings are all low wattage,
over the last few years. high lumen output LED types. The key to a
With this in mind there are untapped areas
SOLAR LIGHTING IS ANOTHER AREA successful solution and a happy customer,
of the market that electrical contractors are THAT HAS OPENED UP IN RECENT is about getting the design correct in
terms of the battery storage and the power
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TO OPERATE ALL NIGHT.
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must be remembered that we don’t like to sensor is triggered of course. Generally
discharge the batteries below 50% as it around rural properties there is no street
will damage them over time. In essence, the lighting, so it is always pretty dark.
system needs to be designed correctly for Unless you take a torch with you then you
the purpose it is to be used for. Now let’s are walking blind. Lighting up key areas or
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There are many technologies available which can help detect
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Introducing the TAYLOR LED Wi-Fi Downlight and ROBUS The STUDIO range of CCT3 LED downlights offer a
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30 | Marketplace by PowerbaseBrilliant makes smart home
automation accessible to all
An independent company, Brilliant has been a pioneer in lighting,
air movement, electrical, and security for over 30 years. As one
of New Zealand‘s leading suppliers within the electrical industry,
Brilliant’s products are affordable and easy for all to use.
Driven by innovation, the launch of a new home automation
range, BrilliantSmart, Brilliant has set about making smart home
technology accessible to New Zealand households, commercial
and hospitality. The Brilliant Smart range includes smart lighting,
appliance automation, security and air movement solutions.
Approximately 25% of households across the Australasia region
already have some form of smart automation in their homes.
According to Statista, this is expected to reach 42% by 2023.
This growing interest presents an opportunity for electricians
and the building trade to partner with Brilliant and embrace this
insatiable appetite for smart home technology.
According to Norman Levin, Managing Director at Brilliant
Lighting, when it comes to affordability and simplicity,
BrilliantSmart will lead the way.
“BrilliantSmart is a smarter way to look at automation, security
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stay connected from anywhere in the world,” said Mr Levin.
“A complete smart home solution that’s driven from one
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security simplicity, scalability and affordability.” product range or contact your Powerbase branch.
Schneider Electric Takes
Innovation Hub Nationwide
Schneider Electric is hitting the road and bringing their full
set of solutions to branches nationwide. Following the success of
the EcoStruxure Plant and Power Trucks over the last 12 months,
Contractors and Electricians will now be able to experience all
the innovative offers across residential, commercial, industrial
automation and low voltage segments. This will provide a great
opportunity to learn about and become hands on with the full
breadth of PDL and Schneider Electric solutions.
There will also be a number of new products that are launching
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marketplacemagazine.co.nz | 31ARTICLE KRAUS & NAIMER
ISOLATORS EXPLAINED
For the safety of electricians,
tradesmen and home owners, clause
ISOLATOR OFF LOAD ISOLATOR - DISCONNECTOR
4.8.2.3 of AS/NZS 3000:2018 now AS/NZS 3000:2018 defines an Isolator in An OFF load isolator is rated at AC-20 to carry
states that an independent lockable Clause 2.3.2.2. A precis follows; current in the closed position. It is not rated to
switch either resistive or inductive loads. The
isolating switch shall be installed on » O
nly indicate OFF if the contacts are
circuit must include an additional load rated
every fixed-wired hot water heater. physically Open - 3F Handle Test
switching device.
The change has been welcomed by » OFF position clearly labelled
electricians throughout the industry,
many of whom have anecdotal
» Lockable in OFF ON LOAD ISOLATOR – SWITCH DISCONNECTOR
» D
isconnect all Active conductors – see An ON load isolator (switch disconnector) meets
instances of probable safety issues
Clause 1.4.5 – do not switch the Neutral both the switch requirements and the isolation
that an isolator eliminates; requirements. It is the ‘Isolating Switch’ that is
» Withstand specified impulse voltages
» W
elded contacts resulting in the circuit being intended for installation in water heater circuits.
live when the hot water switch is OFF; » Won’t close with impact or vibration
Q. Is Neutral an active conductor?
» B
umping a rocker switch and turning the An Isolator is a device that ensures all Clause 1.4.5 defines active conductors as those
circuit ON during maintenance; Active Conductors are physically open if maintained at a difference of potential from the
the OFF position is indicated. Two stringent neutral or earthed conductor. Therefore the neutral
» F
ace plates being back-lit by an arc if
tests are required. is not an Active Conductor in this application.
the switch is turned off when the circuit
is under load. Q. Does the Neutral get switched?
As switches have widely been installed by
STRENGTH OF ACTUATOR TEST – 3F No. According to Clause 2.3.2.1.2 section (b),
default in the past – and a switch and an isolator A contact is welded closed in the ON “Active conductors shall be switched...”
have different functions – the question is – position and the handle is forced towards
OFF with three times the normal operating The Neutral is not switched.
What is the difference between a switch and an
isolator – and is there one that does both? force (3F). OFF shall not be indicated and Q. Is every enclosed switch with a
it shall not be possible to fit a padlock. The padlock handle an Isolator?
handle shall return to ON when released.
SWITCH No. There are switches available on the market
with padlock handles.
A switch is a device to make, break and
carry loads according to defined utilisation
LEAKAGE CURRENT TEST Q. How do I identify the different
A leakage current test is the other particular
categories. products?
requirement for isolators.
Duties such as direct-on-line motor switching There are international symbols which shall be
(AC-3) and reversing (AC-4) require making The isolation distances shall be such that shown on the product to identify them.
and breaking 8 to 10 times the rated current. the voltage cannot ‘jump’ between the live
parts, and between live parts and earth – Switch
A switch may have multiple positions, also
including an OFF position, but does not have to even should a fault occur. An Isolator rated Disconnector
meet the isolation tests. Resistive loads such for 4.0kV shall have an Impulse Voltage
as hot water heaters utilize category AC-21. Test at 6.2kV compared to a ‘switch’ which Switch Disconnector
is tested at 4.8kV. So the solution is to install a correctly rated
There are two classifications of Isolators - switch disconnector (ON load isolator) from a
Utilization Typical OFF Load and ON Load isolators. reputable manufacturer.
Category Applications
Connecting and
AC-20 disconnecting under no
load conditions
Switching of resistive
AC-21 loads including
moderate overloads
Switching of mixed
resistive and inductive
AC-22
loads including
moderate overloads
Switching of motor
AC-23 loads or other highly
inductive loads
Direct starting and
switching off of squirrel
AC-3
cage motors during
running
Motor reversing, Please refer to AS/NZS 3000:2018 and AS/NZS 90947-3 (Low Voltage Switchgear and
AC-4
inching, plugging Control Gear) for complete details and information.
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UPS 101
An Uninterruptible Power Supply
(UPS) is used to protect electrical
loads from blackouts, power
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UNDERSTANDING THE
FUNDAMENTALS AND JARGON
OF UNINTERRUPTED
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT
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POWER
HOW MUCH TIME DO YOU WANT
spikes and voltage dips by utilising TYPES OF UPS? THE UPS TO SUPPORT THE LOAD?
a battery. UPS solutions come in There are three main types of UPS Run-time is the number of minutes a UPS
a range of sizes and technologies - stand-by, line interactive and on-line. system can support the attached devices
which can make selecting the A Standby UPS is an offline unit that with electricity during a blackout. The
correct model for your application can detect a mains power failure and minimum run-time is the time needed to
challenging. complete proper equipment shutdown.
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In normal operation the load is fed The smaller the wattage load connected, the
WHAT SIZE UPS DO I NEED? directly by mains power.
A Line-interactive UPS conditions the
longer the batteries will last. The larger the
wattage load, the shorter the run-time will be.
The UPS must be large enough to support mains power by regulating input utility To determine run-time, begin with the number
all of the equipment plugged into it, so your voltage up or down in a buck & boost of minutes it will take to perform complete
first task is to calculate the load. transformer, before allowing it to pass device shutdown and then build an acceptable
The Load is the total amount of power draw through to protected equipment/load. range of run-times. The broader the range, the
in Watts of all the devices attached to the In the event of a mains power failure, more UPS you will need.
UPS. Once the load is known you can then battery power is provided automatically. If a long run-time is required, you could upsize
select a UPS unit that has the appropriate An on-line UPS converts power twice. the UPS unit so that the connected load is
capacity. First, an input rectifier converts AC power a smaller percentage of the UPS capacity.
Capacity is how much power a UPS system into DC and feeds it to an output inverter. Some UPS units can have additional battery
can provide (measured in Watts). The higher The output inverter then converts the modules connected to provide the option
the capacity, the more electronic equipment DC power back to AC before sending it extended run-time.
and devices it can support. on to the load. This double-conversion __
process insulates critical loads from dirty
A good rule of thumb is not to exceed the
rated capacity of the UPS by more than
mains power completely to ensure that WHAT FORM FACTOR DOES THE
the connected load receives only clean,
80% of the UPS. Be sure to allow for in-rush
currents of fans, capacitors and motor starts.
reliable electricity. UPS NEED TO BE?
The form factor of a UPS indicates the shape
and size of its housing. The most common
three types are – tower, rackmount and floor
standing.
When choosing the form factor, you’ll need
to consider the installation environment.
A tower or mini-tower will can sit on a shelf
or on top of a desk or table. A rack-mount
UPS works well in server rooms. Larger UPS
are often floor standing and these can require
additional cooling.
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STILL NEED A HAND?
Contact your Powerbase Branch for
assistance when choosing the most
appropriate UPS. The Powerbase Group
has relationships with specialist UPS
companies who help you select the correct
UPS solution for your critical load.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL
POWERBASE BRANCH
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