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Comprehensive dc range improves performance
With the introduction of renewable energy
into the main stream market and the drive
for higher data performance of systems,
companies are looking to push the bounda-
ries of how dc can be applied.With all of the
advances in dc usage, dedicated dc protec-
tion equipment is essential to ensure the
safety of systems, equipment and people.
CBI-electric has a comprehensive range
of dc Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs), dc
Moulded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCBs) as
well as a range of Accessories suitable for
providing protection for any dc system.
Data centres have traditionally been oper-
ated at LowVoltage dc.
However, with the increased data traffic
around the world, the advantages of using
higher dc voltages is being realised. It can
reduce the hardware in the system, but at
the same time increase the energy through-
put, thus aiding in the volume of data that
can be transferred between locations.
With this dc portfolio of products CBI
holds a strong position internationally
as an equipment protection supplier to
the Telecommunications, Rail and Solar
industries.
CBI-electric offers solutions-driven cus-
tomer support, both locally and interna-
tionally, providing peace of mind through
exceptional service and support through
an extensive network of branches and au-
thenticated wholesalers and dealerships.
24/7/365 support is provided via their cus-
tomer hotline.
Enquiries: Aletta Olivier.
Email
or visit
Largest plug and socket manufacturer under one roof
Component, equipment and system engineering specialist, Power-
mite’s range of electrical products manufactured locally by Ampco
and Proof Engineering, is now under one roof in a new state-of-the-
art manufacturing facility, enhancing products and service delivery.
Ampco relocated to the manufacturing facility which is located on
Johannesburg’sWestrand, in December 2013, and was joined in the
November of 2015 by Proof Engineering and Azolite. “Pooling the
talents and resources across both businesses has created the larg-
est plug and socket manufacturer under one roof in Africa,” states
Powermite Marketing Director, Donovan Marks. “The combined
strengths and synergies of the two companies have lowered our
cost base and improved efficiencies across the board.”
The range of electrical products, hazardous lighting products and
components fromProof Engineering andAmpco, part of Powermite,
a Hudaco Group company, are used on mobile generators, pumps
and welding machines marine, industrial and general engineering
applications as well as on mining machinery operating in under-
ground and opencast mining such as continuous miners, shuttle
cars, pumps, tunnel borers, transformers, etc. The ISO9001:2008
compliant products respectively carry SABS approval to IEC60079
Parts 1 and 2 and SANS 1489 – 2005, and to 60309 Parts 1 and 2.
As a leading industrial plugs and sockets manufacturer for over
30 years, Ampco produces products renowned for their quality,
reliability and safety. Proof Engineering is a flame- and explosion-
proof product specialist with
over 45 years’ experience in the
manufacture of world class com-
ponents, equipment and systems.
Proof Engineering through Azo-
lite, recently introduced a range
of energy saving LED lighting
solutions for hazardous tun-
neling and underground mining
applications.
Enquiries: Donovan Marks.
Powermite.Tel. +27 (0) 11 271
0000 or email
Proof and Ampco family in front of
the Roodepoort facility – the team
that makes it happen.
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