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February-March 2019
WORKING SMARTER
Plug in
to better
advice.
Trade Magazine Only.
At Redpaths our focus is to the Trade.
All pricing is to account holders only
and is always excluding GST.
Welcome to our February/March edition focusing on “Working Smarter”.
Being more productive means getting more done in less time. That’s
EDITORIAL important for Tradies whose major source of income is the working hour.
Sarah Orange Experts agree that one of the best ways business owners can become
more productive is by improving practices and management – things like
ADVERTISING implementing systems, processes and tools to help with everything from
streamlining, employee motivation and even cash flow planning.
Paula 021 885 888
paula@redpaths.co.nz Often easier said than done, especially with the long to-do lists that keep
owners so busy there’s little time to sleep, eat and create and chase invoices,
PRINTER let alone find time to look into the latest ideas.
Caxton We have a clear focus this year with our range of easy-to-use online tools and
Cnr Lodestar Ave & Stark Drive resources, FREE and cost relative dependent on the requirement. We also
Wigram, PO Box 36411 include a support team to help train, engage and support these offerings
Christchurch 8146 who can also assist with onsite training priced accordingly for your specific
03 366 8516 needs.
Just another offering from the team at Redpaths and our mission of “making
our customers the best they can be”.
Chat to your local Redpaths team member about your needs or anything
that can assist you in growing your business.
Disclaimer:
The opinions in this magazine do not
necessarily reflect those of R.Redpath
Limited or the publisher. Although all
materials are checked for accuracy, no
liability is assumed by R.Redpath Limited
or the publisher for any losses due to the
use of this magazine. Whilst all care has
been taken in production, products and
prices advertised will be on sale from
the beginning of the promotional period
or while stocks last. We reserve the Brent Cameron,
right to substitute any of these products
with similar products or vary pricing in
Chief Sales Officer MAR
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Plug in Plug in Plug in
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value. advice. service.
MAKE THE SWITCH.
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EASYCALC has a new home.
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• EASYCALC
• Product Catalogue
• Latest News, and
• FAQ’s
Don’t miss out. Make the switch today!
Visit us at www.nexans.co.nz or phone 0508 NEXANS
SUMMER
CONTINUES
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Relicensing or Tooling up this year?
Considered a Multifunction Tester?
All Megger
Multifunction
users gain access
to comprehensive
online training
archive
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ultifunction testers were designed for for results that have to be recorded in test
residential and commercial electrical reports, and an analogue arc that allows many
contractors, but also meet the needs types of test to be carried out more quickly and
of those working in utilities and industry. conveniently. The top instruments also have a
Today’s best multifunction testers are not only secondary display that shows additional useful
sufficiently versatile to meet a whole range of information, such as the actual test voltage
day-to-day testing requirements, they are also when an insulation test is being performed.
easy to use, convenient as they combine several RCD testing, a common requirement in the
testers into one small instrument, and they offer industrial sector, is easy to carry out with a
excellent value for money in both initial outlay multifunction tester, and the latest instruments
and reduced cost of ownership in calibration. can be expected to offer facilities for testing
All modern multifunction testers offer facilities type A, AC, B and S devices. Some now also offer
for insulation testing up to 1 kV, continuity a pass/fail ramp test, which is a big time saver in
testing at 200 mA, earth loop impedance applications where it is only necessary to show
testing and fault current measurement across that the RCD trips between pre-set minimum
and maximum limits.
phases, and also 3-phase RCD testing. Most
types also incorporate a convenient voltmeter Safety is, of course, always a vital concern and it
function. The Megger R&D teams have extended is important to remember that transient levels
multifunction tester features even further in industrial systems may well be higher than in
producing instruments that now offer even ordinary domestic and commercial installations.
more, such as frequency measurement, phase When choosing a multifunction tester for use
rotation, non-trip 10mA loop testing and in industry it is, therefore, essential to ensure
the ability to measure the resistance of earth that it has a CAT IV 300 V rating in line with IEC
electrodes - functions that are definitely going 61010.
to be of interest and value to those working in Clearly, the appeal of multifunction testers is
industry and the utilities as well as residential not limited to electrical contractors; they also
and commercial electrical contractors. The latest have much to offer for engineers and technicians
multifunction testers are also designed to be working in other sectors. It is, therefore, well
small and light, so easy to carry around, while worth taking a little time to check out the latest
fast and easy to use. They incorporate dual models, such as those in the MFT1800 range
displays – a digital readout that is convenient from Megger.
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FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 5
WORKIN
G SMART
TIP 2: C ER
TOOL BOX TALK commu
ommun
icate,
nicate,
commu
nicate.
WORKING WHILE
WORKING
SAFELY ALONE
I
bumped into a friend and his off before you start playing round
4-legged mates on a Friday with those live wires, and there’s
evening not so long ago. They always someone there to call for
had just finished a long week help.
working up in Kaikoura on all the When you’re out working on your
many things needing done there own, as many of you are, the risks
post-quake. are always higher. The level of
The discussion lead to how difficult increased risk depends on the
it can get creating a safety plan circumstances around the work. Are
and keeping up with toolbox talks there others within hearing distance
when you’re working on your own. in case you get into trouble? How
He finds himself talking to his dogs risky is the work you are carrying
in order to not feel weird about the company, so it’s important to keep out? What are the different risks
necessary task. If anything, though, them safe too. associated with those tasks based
it’s even more important to have When there’s a team working on on all this?...
thorough plans in place. It’s not so site you can easily back each-
bad if you’re working on site in the other up, brainstorm any
public eye, but what if something possible safety concerns
happens and no one is in earshot and make solutions to
to help? For my friend knows his mitigate the risks. There’s
dogs are smart, they’ll run for help, always someone else
but what happens when they find there to hold that ladder,
a human? Dogs can’t talk after all pass that tool so
so will the person know the dogs you’re not over-
trying to tell them something or will reaching, double
they just call the pound? A lot of check the
you take our dogs out with you for mains are
HERE’S SOME TIPS TO CONSIDER FOR
MINIMISING RISK WHILE WORKING ALONE:
Talk to a colleague or friend about any risks you’re unsure about and have them help you brainstorm ways
to minimise these risks.
Try to schedule the riskiest parts of the job around when others are visible in case something happens.
Set up a check-in system with someone so that you are in touch on a regular basis and then they can investigate
if they don’t hear from you when expected.
If you’re travelling with work, let someone else know your travel plans and the route you are planning
to take, then touch base with them when you arrive at your destination. This way they know where to
look if they don’t hear from you.
Check out the emergency SOS functions on smartphone and/or smart watch and set it up ready so
that you can call for help yourself if you need to. With the Apple Watch 4, the sense of security goes
a step further with fall detection and emergency SOS, calling for help for you when you can’t. The
watch will automatically make the emergency call after 60 seconds if you don’t respond.
A wise option to spend on your Power Points on!
For everyone’s sake, look after yourself when working alone, and get home safely to your
loved ones at the end of each day. If it takes a bit longer to do things safely, then take
that time to do it right, because we all know it’s better late than never!
6 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019
EDITORIAL
24V LED
UPLIGHTERS
The new range of Eurotech Lighting 24V DC LED Uplighters offer a wide
range of lighting solutions catering to residential spaces like the classic
kiwi deck, to more commercial environments such as inner-city squares
& boardwalks. Each uplighter has been constructed from high grade 316
Stainless Steel & 6063 Aluminium and come complete with 0.5m cable,
and a Polycarbonate recess sleeve.
The complete new range have been tested to maintain an IP67 ingress
protection rating along with an IK08 impact protection rating. Making
each fitting more than suitable for New Zealand’s weather elements, as
well as being able to take a knock against foot traffic & potential vandals.
Use our new range of LED uplighters to provide ambient warm lighting
for entertainment areas, or to bring light to large sculptures and feature
walls. Ranging from 3 watts to 15 watts there’s an uplighter in our new
range that will get the job done.
BUL25 BUL13 BUL17 BUL21 BUL43
Watts 3W 5W 10W 15W 7x 2W
Lumens / Kelvin 145 / 3500K 440 / 3500K 915 / 3500K 1320 / 3500K 830 / 3500K
Beam Angle 30° 23° 23° 23° 30°
Front Face 50Ø 80Ø 95Ø 120Ø 150Ø
Code BUL25 BUL13 BUL17 BUL21 BUL43
Note: Visit www.eurotechlighting.co.nz for full product information & installation manuals. Cut-outs or construction designed around product should be carried out with the product on site.
Contact your local Redpaths branch for more information
E: info@eurotechlighting.co.nz W: www.eurotechlighting.co.nz P: 09 818 6039
FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 7
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WORKIN
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FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 9PRODUCT OF THE MONTH
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LIGHTING
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Remote programmable RGB colour changing controller with battery
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KEY FEATURES
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10 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019EDITORIAL
Manrose Genius takes fan technology to a new level
The inclusion of App control gives Manrose Genius fan users an extra sensor can be adjusted
edge when it comes to maximising operational effectiveness and via the Simx Connect App
efficiency. and ambient humidity
changes will not trigger
For electricians, installation through the Simx Connect App is simple
the humidistat.
with initial set up selections being:
• intermittent or continuous ventilation The silent hours
• humidistat triggered operation or not scheduling function
• overrun timer required or not allows for deactivation
of the boost function
Home owner can change those options to suit their particular
via the Simx Connect
preferences at any time as well as fine tune the fan operation further
App. This would, for
with additional Simx Connect App options including:
example, prevent
Light sensor being set to react to both light movement and shadows nuisance noise
and, when enabled, activating the fan when someone’s presence occuring over night.
is sensed as a result. A delay-ON can also be set so the fan is not Further, if the house is unoccupied for a period of
activated as a result of incidental light activity such as quick night time time, Genius can be set to an airing mode which operates a purge
visits to the bathroom or the flash of a passing car’s headlights. function every 12 hours for either a 30, 60 or 90 minute duration. The
fan’s sophisticated controls will not allow a purge function to proceed
The light sensor also includes an overrun timer option. Where only a
if someone is, otherwise, detected by the light sensor.
basic fan is presently installed, the home owner can simply upgrade
functionality without having to rewire due to the timer only requiring Genius‘s sleek modern design will be an appealling look and fit in any
a standard 2-wire connection. bathroom or kitchen decor and with noise output being such a key
issue for consumers today, home owners will also be impressed by its
The Genius humidistat option that reacts to sudden changes in
very quiet 17 dB(A) operating sound level when on low trickle.
humidity such as when someone is taking a shower. When the
humidity sensor is activated and the continuous running option is It is an easy-to-clean device and at only 4W the energy efficient
selected, the fan runs at 30 l/s and then powers down to 10 l/s when Genius also boasts low power consumption.
the humidity returns to normal levels. The sensitivity of the humidity
DESIGNER SERIES
The Manrose Genius is the new generation of unitary
fans offering fully flexible ventilation control to maximise
intelligent air movement for a healthy home.
Once installed, Genius is ready to go, but home owners
now also have the option to easily customise any
settings, via an intuitive App, to best suit their
particular indoor air control requirements at any time.
Genius Intelligent Fan Kits come as a complete
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FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 11EDITORIAL
The Humble
T L BELT
T
he tool belt was historically roof space, under that small floor crawl tool on 80% of your jobs, then put it on
introduced as a fashion space or onto the scaffold 10 metres up, your person. Different people will deal
accessory, like jewellery for men, isn’t normally an option. Even if you’re with the tool selection in different ways.
to show wealth and hierarchy working on the ground, who wants to be If you are comfortable carrying all your
within society, but also for functionality, wasting time running back to the tool box regularly used tools then that’s great,
going all the way back to the Gladiator or to the van all day? You can’t just leave get a comfortable versatile tool belt with
times for holding their Sword. The humble the tools laying around on the floor either, plenty of pickets and hook areas. This
tool belt making one of its first famous then they become a major trip hazard. will allow you to be able to over time
appearances in “Detective Comics #29” find your tools without even looking on
An exceptional tool belt is one that will
(July 1929), featuring Batman’s chocking your belt, now that’s next level efficiency!
ensure safety, comfort and most of all
gas canisters. Who doesn’t want to be a Alternatively, you may feel that lugging
efficiency on the job site. It will allow
hero like Batman? around too many tools is going to slow
you to be hands free when you need
you down and restrict your movement. If
The tool belt has since evolved to be them, while saving time, and therefore
this is the case then the most productive
a crucial efficiency tool for the trades, money, by still having all the essentials
thing to do is plan out what you’re going
and for electricians this is no exception. close at hand. Ok, so then comes the
to need for the job before you start the
Although a larger space like a tool bag, question of what to carry with you. You
job, then load yourself up with these
tool box or even a full van is used to don’t want to bog yourself down with
items only. This will mean you’ve got
transport all the tools required for the an endless amount of heavy weight, this
exactly what you need for the job without
jobs to be done, the every day essentials will cause exhaustion and hence a loss in
being bogged down while trying to
for the job are best kept closer at hand. productivity. The general rule should be
squeeze into that tight space.
Lugging a tool bag up a ladder, into a that if you are reaching for a particular
THERE IS A WIDE RANGE OF OPTIONS OUT IN THE MARKET TO CRAFTSMAN TOOLBELT PANTS
CATER FOR EVERYONE’S PREFERENCES AND SPECIALITY AREAS. The latest in innovation making us
look at the humble tool belt in a
HERE ARE JUST A FEW AND THEIR ADVANTAGES. completely different way.
Pockets, hooks and slots
LEATHER HEAVY DUTY SCAFFOLDERS TOOL BELT everywhere!
ELECTRICIANS TOOLBELT Designed with height safety in mind. There’s a place
Your classic durable leather option. Tool drop prevention included with for everything on
A crowd favourite. safety tethering points. these puppies.
Hard-wearing and robust. A quality Lanyards and tethers retractable to These will make a
leather one will certainly stand the prevent tangling. real statement on
test of time. the work site.
Lightweight Ergonomic design
Nothing too complicated or fancy. Reinforced and
A great workhorse. ergonomically
designed for
comfort. These
will distribute the
weight of the tools
nicely.
NYLON 8 POCKET TOOL POUCH
Your basic durable entry level tool belt.
Cost effective while still hard-wearing & robust.
Good number of pockets not over the top.
Lightweight and easy care.
12 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019Formulated
Reydration DRINK
THORZT is a great tasting,
scientifically proven mix of THORTZ SUGAR FREE SINGLE SERVE
cutting-edge branch chain 50 MIX PACK
amino acids and low Gi 3g Electrolyte drink powder concentrate:
carbohydrates for sustained Makes 600ml+
energy release, combined with a Formulated blend of electrolytes for optimum
formulated blend of electrolytes hydration. Formulation of low GI sugars to
for optimum hydration in harsh give a sustained release of energy
conditions. Optimal mix of Electrolyte salts to replace
Designed to maintain mind what the sweat takes out
and body function at a cellular
level, THORZT can boost your
physical and mental potential, THORTZ COOLING TOWEL BLUE
relieve muscle pain, cramps and The THORZT ‘Chill Skinz’ Cooling
spasms, reduce anxiety and Towel stays cool for hours with no
sleep disturbance and improve refrigeration or cold water needed
the body’s stress response. – just ‘Wet, Wring and Wave’. Made
THORZT contains the optimal from PVA material it can retain
mix of electrolytes, branch moisture for periods far longer than
chain amino acids and low Gi conventional towels, and contains
carbohydrates for sustained a special plant extract that (once
energy release without the activated) turns moisture cold
'sugar spike'. regardless of it’s initial temperature.
THORZT is gluten and caffeine
free, contains about half THORTZ COOLING TIE
the sugar of regular sports
THORZT Sub Zero Cooling Neck Ties
drinks, and features sugar free
trigger moist evaporative cooling
electrolyte drink options.
which helps reduce the body’s core
The THORZT Drink Range temperature when working hard in
includes electrolyte powders hot conditions. The neck ties contain
and liquid concentrates with polymer crystals which expand when
matching drink bottles and wet and can hold up to 500 times their
coolers, as well as a new hassle- own weight in water – amazingly with
free ready to drink formula. no dripping!
The THORZT Sub Zero Range
features a range of hydration
backpacks, cooling vests &
miscellaneous cooling products
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FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 13REMEM
BER
We are to bring
your
plastic bag reusable
bags
when co
FREE into stor
ming
es.
Reusable bags & plastic crates will be available in stores.
Plug in to a better future.
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14 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019Can you bury it?
Did you know that Nexans standard stocked neutral screen cable have a 3.2mm* sheath thickness
so that you can directly bury it?
That means Nexans neutral screen cables donʼt need additional mechanical protection!
If your job requires cable to be buried directly, ensure you have:
ND
OU
√ Neutral Screen cable design Neutral Screen UN
DER
GR
√ Made to cable standard AS/NZS 4961:2003
√ Outer sheath has a minimum average thickness of 3.2mm
√ Sheath has clear label marking “UNDERGROUND” 3.2mm Thickness
You cannot bury directly if you have:
X Standard neutral screen cable design with 1.8mm minimum average sheath thickness
X All other low voltage cable designs made to AS/NZS 5000.1:2005 and AS/NZS 5000.2:2006
* 1.8mm also available in some sizes on request
0508 NEXANS - www.nexans.co.nz
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16 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019Introducing a new cable trolley innovation that will
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space/collapsible
Stock is limited, enquire at your local Redpaths branch today.
FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 17GADGETS
Amazing Gadgets
to Help you Work Smarter, Not Harder
Work smarter. Working hard is a virtue, but it shouldn’t take over your life. With these
gadgets on your desk, you should be able to leave the office earlier than expected.
MEMO ON THE GO
AT THE SNAP ON YOUR WRIST
Wemo Wearable Memo Band
Write notes on your hand with the Wemo and each
Wearable Memo Band. Just wear this slap colour features
bracelet-style notepad and always have a a different
portable memo (literally) on you. The wearable background
memo band is also reusable, allowing you design. The
to write your notes using a permanent pen. beige band
However, it only works with an oil-based pens has grid dots and rulers while
meaning you can’t write on it with a pencil or the blue has lines. Likewise, the green band has
water-based pens. To remove the ink, just use white grid dots, and the white one is plain with a
a regular eraser. Wemo comes in four colours, ruler along one side.
HARD TO SEE SPACES
NOT A PROBLEM ANYMORE
Pro-Grade Thermal Camera for Smartphones
The FLIR ONE Pro helps you find invisible revolutionary FLIR VividIR™ image processing.
problems faster than ever, whether you're Measure temperatures more than 3x higher than
inspecting electrical panels, troubleshooting any FLIR ONE model—up to 400°C (752°F)—
mechanical systems, looking for HVAC with a sensitivity that detects temperature
problems, or finding water damage. This FLIR differences down to 70 mK. Packed with
ONE Pro-Series camera offers 4x the native powerful measurement tools, the FLIR ONE Pro
resolution of the FLIR ONE Pro LT, for sharper will work as hard as you do.
image clarity that's further enhanced by the
TOASTY WARM EXTREMITIES
HAVE YOUR SHOES & GLOVES PRE-WARMED
DryGuy Forced Air Boot Dryer
No one likes wet boots and gloves. Get this Heats to 40.5-degrees C; safe
forced air dryer that works on boots up to 16" for liners, clothes, and boots;
tall, gloves, and garments. includes two removable
Forced-air boot, glove, and garment dryer works extension tubes for use with
on four garments simultaneously. boots up to 16 inches tall
Includes two removable extension tubes for use Helps eliminate odours and
with boots up to 16 inches tall; whisper-quiet reduce the growth of bacteria
rotary blower; 3 hour timer; heat or no-heat and mould; dries most clothes in
switch. 1-2 hours.
18 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019APPS OF THE MONTH
TICKTICK
TickTick isn't as popular
as other to-do list apps.
However, it may be
the best one. It covers the basics
like recurring tasks, reminders, push
notifications, various organizational
features, and categories. The app
also lets you share tasks and entire
categories with other people. This
makes it great for family use, small
teams at work, or other such groups.
It's also great for stuff like grocery lists.
TickTick strikes that perfect balance of
functional while still being easy to use
and all of its most important features
are free.
UBER EATS
Food Delivery
With Uber Eats,
ordering food is simple
— especially if you’ve used Uber
before. Browse the menu of available
restaurants to order from and pay
straight through the app by linking
your credit or debit card. You’ll then
be given an estimated delivery time
and you can track the location of
your order in real time.
ZOOMY
Ride Local
Locally owned and
operated. Giving
drivers a fair wage, without
passing the buck. Order an
affordable ride at the tap of a
button with Zoomy, NZ’s own
ride-sharing app. Request a ride
and get picked up by a nearby
friendly driver within minutes.
Simply open the app, select
where you want to go, and then
watch as a nearby driver arrives
to pick you up.
FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 19BETTER OR WORSERER
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THINKING ABOUT UPDATING YOUR KIT WITH SOME NEW
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES? BEFORE DIGGING INTO YOUR
POCKETS, FIND OUT WHAT OUR TEAM OF PROFESSIONAL
ELECTRICIANS AND INSTALLERS HAVE TO SAY AS THEY TEST
AND COMPARE THE LATEST BEVY OF PRODUCTS.
THIS ISSUE: SCREWDRIVERS.
Brand:
WHIA
Model:
W320N35100
Brand:
WERA
Model:
006440
Brand:
Boddington
Model:
111335
PLANNING TO INVEST IN A NEW PRODUCT. LET OUR PANEL OF PROFE
20 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019TOM BATTY ROGER HOWIE GARY STAPLEY
YEARS IN THE GAME: 12 YEARS IN THE GAME: A Lot (51 years) YEARS IN THE GAME: 43
BEST THING BEST THING BEST THING ABOUT THE JOB:
ABOUT THE JOB: ABOUT THE JOB: Never a week where you don't learn
Getting paid Different people you anything
WORST THING meet along the way, WORST THING
ABOUT THE JOB: job satisfaction ABOUT THE JOB:
Not getting paid/ when it is finished, Company politics
chasing invoices also calling into
Redpaths for HOBBIES:
HOBBIES: a coffee Flying, fishing
Football, cricket FAVOURITE
WORST THING
FAVOURITE QUOTE: ABOUT THE JOB: QUOTE:
"Tony said I could" Invoicing and getting If it's not broken,
them paid and clients don't touch it!
you will never please
HOBBIES:
Bit of golf, classic and
vintage cars
FAVOURITE QUOTE:
Yes you can
SLIGHTLY LARGER THAN SHAFT LENGTH ARE ALL SLIMMEST DESIGN.
THE OTHER TWO. THE SAME, SO IT IS THE Easy to fit back into tool belt.
Nice to use, good feel in the HANDLE THAT MAKES Easiest to spin in hand.
hand. THE DIFFERENCE.
Round end to the handle making this All good for those small
screwdriver average - poor for chisel connectors etc.
use. Good long handle which makes it
easier to use. Have used this make for
many years and find them very good.
RATING: 8/10 RATING: 9/10 TOP RATING: 9/10 TOP
PICK PICK
NARROW, SLIMLINE TWO TONE HANDLE HANDLE GETS DIRTY VERY
SHAFT. WHICH IS DIFFERENT. EASILY.
I didn't like the plastic feel of Good looking screwdriver but Don't like the grip on the handle.
the handle. handle is too short. Slim insulation for getting into deep
Slim shaft fits in most terminals. terminals.
RATING: 7/10 RATING: 7/10 RATING: 6/10
NICE FEEL TO THE VERY PLAIN LOOKING BRIGHT ORANGE.
HANDLE AND SLIGHTLY SCREWDRIVER. Easy to grip for tightening.
THICKER INSULATION ON Handle is the shortest of the Has hole for extra tightening or storage
THE SHAFT. three, which makes it harder to on shadow board. Widest handle end.
use.
Easy to use and nice feel in the
hand.
Flat top to the handle helps when using
the screwdriver as a chisel
RATING: 9/10 TOP RATING: 8/10
PICK RATING: 6/10
ESSIONALS GIVE YOU THE LOW DOWN. Email p.cameron@redpaths.co.nz.
FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 21STAFF VS STAFF
SUMO
SUIT-UP
22 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019W
ith Jamie and Steve locked in what seems to be a never ending game of one-
upmanship it seemed obvious that there was only one way to settle it – Sumo Suits.
Leading up to the battle the boys were talking a fair bit of smack but once the suits
went on so did their game faces.
After what could only be described as a pathetic excuse for a warm up they were into it. A short
struggle later and Round 1 had gone to Jamie with his rarely seen before athletic power coming to
the fore.
Round 2 saw the more nimble Steve get off the line first and send a napping Jamie crashing to the
floor. Laughter followed as Jamie proceeded to contaminate his suit and couldn’t get back up!
Neither of them could take it seriously anymore and the winner of Round 3 ended up being a cold
beer at the pub!
With a clear champion not being crowned another challenge will have to be set. Stay tuned for the
next episode of Jamie vs Steve….
Special thanks to our friends down at Snap Fitness for the use of their facilities.
By Hayden Watkins
FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 23EVlink
Electric vehicle charging solutions
schneider-electric.com/electric-vehicle
24 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019The EVlink range complies with Worksafe NZ guidelines
EVlink Wallbox – for home owners
EVlink Wallbox and Smart Wallbox Extensive choice
> Rated charging power: 7.4 (1-phase) or 22.1 kW (3-phase)
> T2 socket outlet (with or without shutter) or attached cable
(with T1 or T2 connector)
Robustness
> Heavy duty socket outlet with silver plated contacts avoiding overheating
> Highly robust to mechanical impact: IK10
> Suitable for outdoor use: IP54 (dust + splashing water)
Easy to use and install
> “Plug and charge“ with one-touch stop/restart
> Key lock for charging access
> Easy wiring
> Wall-mounted or floor-standing (with optional pedestal accessory)
Energy management
> Delayed charging locally controlled by a wired contact to postpone charging
to off-peak hours
> Temporary current limitation to a set value, controlled by a wired contact, to
reduce the overall facility consumption and reduce the risk of power outage
EVlink Smart Wallbox – for apartment complex and
condominiums
All the features of EVlink Wallbox, plus:
> Maximum charging current can be adjusted from 8 A to 32 A
> Optional RFID for access management
> Parameters setting through a web server embedded in the charging station
Energy management
EVlink Parking > Delayed charging and current limitation can also be controlled by the
supervision (over OCPP) or by the building management system (over Modbus)
Versatile connection to a supervision system or BMS
> Wired Ethernet: 3 ports
> Wi-Fi module as an accessory
> GPRS/3G modem as an accessory
> OCPP 1.5 or OCPP 1.6 interface
EVlink Parking – for commercial applications
All the features of EVlink Smart Wallbox, plus:
> Multiple configurations: user identification via RFID, one or two sockets
outlets, floor-standing or wall-mounted
> Electrical protection devices can be installed in an external cabinet or in the
parking station floor base
Accessories
> Cables, RFID badges, cable holder, modem, etc.
Spare parts offer
> Floor base, wall base, socket outlet, caps, flap, etc.
Versatile connection to a supervision system or BMS
> Wired Ethernet: 3 ports
> GPRS/3G modem as an accessory
> OCPP 1.5 or OCPP 1.6 interface
For more information visit
schneider-electric.co.nz
FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 25EV CASE STUDY
The Warehouse Group
enhances commitment to sustainability with EV Chargers
Schneider Electric EVlink Parking Charging
Stations, which feature two Type 2 charging
sockets, providing 22.1 kW of power.
Greg Nelson says they chose to install
the chargers at The Warehouse stores
(as opposed to the Group’s Warehouse
Stationery or Noel Leeming sites) as they
have the most foot traffic, but selected stores
outside main centres where no chargers were
in place at the time, such as Invercargill,
Gore, Oamaru, New Plymouth and
Tauranga.
The final electric vehicle charging station
was installed in July 2018, and Nelson
At
a time when consumers sustainability across the business, with a says the feedback from customers has
are becoming more eco- key strategy being to support customers been overwhelmingly positive, with just
conscious and increasingly to be sustainable too. He says they saw the occasional queries about cables, which are
aware of companies with a sustainable chargers as an opportunity to encourage not supplied. “People need to bring their
ethos, The Warehouse Group has looked shoppers to consider an electric vehicle. “We own cables, as regulation specifies how the
to the future and installed Electric Vehicle knew the potential for EVs, [but] we didn’t chargers are to be provided and we’re in line
charging stations (EVCs) from Schneider know how many of our customers would with those standards.”
Electric at 24 of its store locations across actually adopt them. The charging network
New Zealand. was ready to put chargers out there to make
The company first identified the customers realise ‘Okay, I can charge up
growth potential in the electric vehicle if I’m out and about, so having an EV isn’t
(EV) market in New Zealand nearly two going to be a hindrance’.”
years ago, installing two EVCs at its head After assessing the various options
office in Auckland so it could assess their available, The Warehouse Group’s Energy
capabilities. The trial was so successful that Efficiency Engineer recommended the
it subsequently committed to offering EV Schneider Electric EVlink Parking product
chargers at 24 of its stores, the last of which – also a natural fit for the company as
was installed in July this year. Schneider Electric is already a major He says they have been exceptionally
supplier of electrical equipment across The pleased with the chargers’ performance and
Warehouse Group. if anything, were surprised by the consumer
readiness to adopt electric vehicles. “We
started in Gore and Invercargill because
we assumed we would install chargers
there to encourage people to think about
purchasing an electric vehicle, however we
were very surprised. What we discovered
when installing them was that one of our
team members in Invercargill had an EV and
when we did the launch, we had three other
EV owners attend as well.
Former head of Environmental Initiatives With Energy Efficiency and Conservation “We had no idea what the numbers were
at The Warehouse Group, Greg Nelson, Authority funding towards 20 chargers, going to be, and it’s disproved our original
says the company has a commitment to The Warehouse Group began rolling out the assumptions, but in a good way.”
Schneider Electric EVlink Parking chargers are at The Warehouse stores in: Bell Block (New Plymouth), Blenheim,
Cambridge, Dunedin, Gisborne, Gore, Hastings, Hawera, Invercargill, Masterton, Motueka, Napier, Oamaru, Petone,
Rangiora, Rolleston, Royal Oak (Auckland), Snells Beach, Taupo, Tauranga, Te Awamutu, Te Kuiti, Timaru, Whangarei.
Note: Worksafe NZ has produced guidelines for safe electric vehicle charging in public spaces.
26 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019How to order Schneider Electric EV chargers
Use the below table to help you find the right Schneider Electric EV charger to suit your customer.
EV charging station
Model Installation Connection Power Cable Connector
with Keylock with RFID
Type 1 EVH2S7P0AK
with cable
1-phase 7.4kW Type 2 EVH2S7P0CK -
with socket - EVH2S7P04K
EVlink
with cable Type 2 EVH2S11P0CK
Wallbox
11kW
Wall-mounted. with socket - EVH2S11P04K
For floor- 3-phase -
with cable Type 2 EVH2S22P0CK
standing, use
22.1kW
EVP1PBSSG
with socket - EVH2S22P04K
pedestal
mounting pole Type 1 EVB1A7PAKI EVB1A7PARI
with cable
1-phase 7.4kW Type 2 EVB1A7PCKI EVB1A7PARI
EVlink
with socket - EVB1A22P4KI EVB1A22P4RI
Smart Wallbox
with cable Type 2 EVB1A22PCKI EVB1A22PCRI
3-phase 22.1kW
with socket - EVB1A22P4KI EVB1A22P4RI
Model/ EV charging station
Connection Power No. of sockets
Installation
standard with RFID
1-phase 7.4kW 1 EVF2S7P04 EVF2S7P04R
EVlink Parking
Floor-standing 3-phase 22.1kW 1 EVF2S22P04 EVF2S22P04R
1-phase 7.4kW 1 EVW2S7P04 EVW2S7P04R
EVlink Parking
Wall-mounted 3-phase 22.1kW 1 EVW2S22P04 EVW2S22P04R
For cable options Look at our website or n the Schneider Electric NZ catalogue.
schneider-electric.co.nz/evlink
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FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 27PERSONAL
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LIGHTING
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The possibilities are endless. And you’ll find all you need at your local Redpaths branch.
Philips Hue Lamps, choose from: Philips Hue LightStrips and 1m extension
• Hue White & Colour Ambiance Lamps - 16 million colours plus Easy to shape, bend and cut to size
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28 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019MC SERIES
MAXCAB Circular TPS Multicore Cables
MAXCAB MC range of Circular TPS and Circular TPS SWA cables are manufactured for applications
where power, control, direct burial and outdoor use is required. SWA options are available in 0.6/1kV
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TÜV Australia.
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for mechanical protection NEW TO THE
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10mm² and above (MCX Series)
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¾ Metre marked for better length control
¾ Now stocked MCX SWA sizes 10mm² to 95mm²
AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL REDPATHS BRANCH
FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 29MOVEMBER
M VEMBER
RAISING FUNDS DURING MOVEMBER
Every Movember, our community of Mo Bros and Mo
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throughout the month. Hosting Mo-ments.
Movember is the charity tackling prostate cancer,
testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.
MOVEMBER 2018
In 2018 six Redpaths team members participated in
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for all the dads, brothers, sons and mates in our lives.
Raising a total of $1255. Well done team!
STOP MEN DYING TOO YOUNG
The Movember Foundation is saving and improving
men’s lives through projects focused on prostate cancer,
testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.
It only happens because of people like you.
It's never too late to donate, visit https://moteam.co/
redpaths to share your support.
30 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019Why you need Arc Fault Detection Device?
The new wiring rules include requirements for protection against fire hazard due
to arching faults. Once the new book is sighted in NZ regulations the following
will need to be protected with AFDD*:
• Locations with high risks of fire e.g. barns, woodworking shops
• Historic buildings constructed of flammable materials
• Socket-outlets in school dormitories
• Locations containing irreplaceable items
Although not sighted, AFDDs should also be considered for use in residential
applications, especially older homes where the risk of arc faults are greater.
What does this mean for you?
It’s time to future proof and protect your customers from electrical fires
with Schneider Electric’s Arc Fault Detection Device (AFDD). N 1
What is an arc fault? RCCB
An arc fault can be caused by cable or electrical contact damage, e.g.
pulled sockets, damages cables or loose connections in electrical fittings.
N 2
How does Schneider Electric’s AFDD work?
RCCB
Our AFDD detects arc faults and disconnects power before the NEUTRAL
resulting heat starts a fire. LINK
Key features include:
• Protects against arc faults, short-circuit currents and overload currents
• Can be installed instead of an MCB
• Compatible with existing RCDs
x x
• Conforms to standard IEC 62606 AFDD
*For exact wording around AFDD requirements please refer to AS/NZS 3000:2018
NZ wiring rules once published.
schneider-electric.co.nz/afdd
FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 31TECHNOLOGY
I’M SURE THAT
MOST OF US CAN
REMEMBER A TIME
WHEN THE CONCEPT
OF A SMARTWATCH
WAS THE REALM OF
JAMES BOND AND
OTHER SCI-FI SHOWS
AND YOU MIGHT HAVE
WONDERED ABOUT
A DISTANT FUTURE
WHERE WE WOULD
ALL BE WEARING
DEVICES LIKE THAT!
Smartwatches and whether they at social media content and Most Smartwatch screens
are useful in any way other than entertainment on our phones. range between 38mm and
as an expensive fitness tracker! CONTINUOUS 44mm wide, which is barely
The initial generations of COMMUNICATION big enough to comfortably read
“Smartwatches”, from the highly Communication is very your notifications on, let alone
successful Kickstarter campaign important in any business. You type out messages. Which is
‘Pebble’ to the Galaxy Gear have need to communicate with your why most of these devices offer
come and gone – and paved the employees so that you will all be alternative methods of input,
way for the current generation on the same page when it comes including canned responses,
of Smartwatches that do much to business operations. With a dictation and handwriting
more than just tell the time and modern Smartwatch, many of recognition.
record movement and activity! the features of a phone that are
Smartwatches are growing in business related can be carried
popularity nowadays. Different out. Making and taking calls,
As is happens, the 'smart' brands of these watches are scheduling meetings and events
watch he used was real, but now offered in the market like using one of the smart assistants,
needed an adapter and a Huawei wearables. They look making and receiving texts,
whopping great receiver box in like regular watches, but they and even recording meetings
order to show grainy TV images have so much to offer as they can are now native to the features
below the digital time display. It be synced with your smartphone on many of the leading watches
cost about $1000 back then and and act like its extension. Now available. All without needing to
your TV action was presented in that Smartwatches are actually touch your smartphone.
an amazing ten shades of grey. useful, we will look into the This is also true when it
various things they can actually comes to your clients or business
do that will help you become colleagues. If you’re too busy or
more productive and help you you’re in a noisy place, you may
work smarter. still miss messages or calls on
REMOVING THE your smartphone, even if you
DISTRACTION bring it along. Your smartwatch It's best to set a quick reply
The idea behind a good will vibrate when you receive that succinctly explains that
Smartwatch is that it should in these, notifying you when you you've seen a message and will
theory reduce the number of are needed, and quickly filtering respond later. You can use
times in the day that you need those that you can send over to the default options, of course,
to reach for your mobile phone. voicemail. which are usually variants
We all know that Smartphones, of "Yes," "No" and "Can't talk
QUICK now." They're impersonal,
whilst very useful are a big COMMUNICATION
Almost 40 years later we are distraction that doesn’t always but adequate. You can create
in that reality, where ‘smart’ I mentioned that with something more human, like
necessarily help with our Smartwatches you can send
gadgets can do way more than productivity – Apple have just "Hey, saw ur msg, will reply
those writers thought possible. and receive texts, which is all later" for Apple Watches. If
released in iOS 12 their ‘Screen well and good, but the user
For the last few years there Time’ setting to review the you can't use your hands,
has been the debate around experience could be improved. reading out your reply is a good
amount of time we are looking
32 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | FEBRUARY-MARCH 2019alternative. Apple and Google's convenience -- they can be your progress. hardware. Monitoring and
voice recognition are accurate helpful when you're traveling While the number of steps alerts from these devices
most of the time, although it very light or have your hands you’re meant to take to stay without having to use your
does help if you have an English full. You'll usually have to set physically active differs from mobile phone are a convenient
US or UK accent! a default card to use on your person to person depending on way to keep track of goings on
GET CONVENIENT watch, so make sure to pick your goals, a good starting point at home or your office. Smart
TRAVEL INFORMATION your primary account. Millions is around 10,000. home apps like Nest (Apple
For many business people of stores accept Apple Pay, and WORKOUT REMINDERS and Android) and Philips Hue
travel is part of their daily many also take Android Pay and (Apple only) are musts for those
routine. You may need to travel Samsung Pay via NFC terminals. who own appliances from those
to attend seminars and business Fitbit Pay is accepted in most of companies, and you can also
conferences. Other reasons the same places as Mastercard control your Philips Hue lights
might be to meet with new contactless payments. You can on Android Wear via the Google
clients or business associates, as use Samsung's Smart Watch Assistant.
well as to look for suppliers for at stores that accept only KEEPING NOTE
your business. traditional magnetic swipe
Whatever the reason may transactions (MST), which are
be, smartwatches could make more common than NFC-
it more convenient. You could compatible locations. Sometimes we just need
easily find information about MUSIC AND MOVEMENT that extra nudge to get us off
available flights and even make Most newer Smartwatches the couch and to the gym. And
a reservation or purchase a can stream music to Bluetooth the workout reminders that a
ticket from your watch. It’s also headphones, making it easier to Smartwatch can provide do
possible to pull out the QR code go on a run or a quick errand exactly that.
of your boarding pass in the without your phone. You This will help your workout
airport and present it directly on should save your playlist on routine become a habit,
the scanners. Frequent travellers your watch in advance so you especially since you’re being
should look for airline apps such can listen without an internet reminded to exercise directly
as the Air New Zealand App -- connection, as this will prevent from your wrist. And it makes it
having your ticket on your wrist battery drain. For Apple Watch, harder to dismiss and ignore it
means one less thing to keep Android Wear and Samsung than a smartphone.
an eye on in the chaos that is Gear, you can sync playlists via TRACKING YOUR SLEEP
airport security. the Apple Music, Play Music Having a restful sleep after
You can make hotel and Spotify apps, respectively, a tough workout is mandatory.
reservations using a smartwatch. while Fitbit requires a more And the best way to track You'll appreciate note-
If you’re in a new city, it can tedious setup involving either a your sleeping hours is with a keeping options like Evernote
make finding destinations easy, Pandora Premium account or a Smartwatch. and Todoist for Apple Watch
using step by step guidance connection to your laptop. Just touch a button in the and Android Wear. Bear is a
directly on your wrist. FITNESS morning and your sleeping data good note-keeping app for the
CONVENIENT Ok... Fitness needs to be is automatically displayed in Apple Watch, too.
covered too as it’s a big part of charts and graphs for you. If you're feeling a little more
PAYMENTS
using a Smartwatch and has adventurous, you can use IFTTT
One other thing that can SMART HOME/OFFICE
been proven to improve your to create custom recipes that
help with productivity is the REMOTE CONTROL
concentration and decision automate how your gadgets
If you've bought a behave. Set your lights to turn
making in business. Smartwatch, chances are you've off when your Smartwatch leaves
TRACKING YOUR STEPS also invested in connected your WiFi network, or create an
One way to ensure that you’re devices at home. Some of these alert for when you've left your
remaining active is to walk a lot. can be controlled from your phone's Bluetooth range. IFTTT
Most Smartwatches have built-in Smartwatch and work in with works well with Android Wear,
pedometers that can count your home security cameras such but it also offers the Do Button
steps, allowing you to track as the Ring or Arlo brands of app for both Google and Apple
devices to build tasks that run
when you push a button on your
screen.
Smartwatches may still
not be as popularly used as
setup of mobile payments.
smartphones. However, with
Whether it's Apple Pay, Android
their several benefits, they
Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay
are worthwhile to consider,
or Garmin Pay, contactless
especially if you’re in business.
payments aren't just a trivial
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