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[ { "title": "READ | Is Solar the right solution for YOU? ", "nid": "455", "body": "\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-solar/index.php\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESolar makes sense.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E For us at Magnet, this is obvious. If we had our way, every last rooftop in the country would be outfitted with solar. However, the reality of the situation is that solar doesn\u2019t make sense for everyone. The ultimate question is whether the advantages of solar power outweigh the disadvantages.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EIf you\u2018re on the fence about installing a solar solution for your home or business, then give our article a quick read. We\u2019re aiming to give an honest assessment of the advantages and disadvantages of solar to help you decide if it\u2019s a good fit for you\u2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESome advantages of solar energy\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Energy independence\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nIf you need a solution for load shedding, then back-up power is the way to go. If you want to embark on a journey towards going green and reducing your dependence on the grid, then a solar solution is the best option.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Eliminate your electricity bill\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nOne less bill, one less problem. With a properly sized solar system, you can drastically reduce or completely eliminate your electric bill. If this is your priority, then consider the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=Grid-Tied-Off-Grid-and-Hybrid-Solar-Systems---what039s-the-difference-\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Edifferent types of solar systems\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E, perhaps an off-grid solar system is an option for you.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. Solar Tax breaks\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nWhat makes the switch to solar even more attractive, is the fact that South African businesses can qualify for a \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-solar/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=SOLAR--Switch-to-Solar-and-take-advantage-of-Tax-Breaks\u0022\u003Esolar energy tax break\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E(Section 12B).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESome disadvantages of solar energy\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Expensive to get started\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nThe up-front cost is the main barrier to going solar. Of course, you\u2019re typically paying for 25 years of energy production up front. However, there are a few \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-solar/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=LEARN--Solar-Funding-Models\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Esolar funding options\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E available.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Energy storage is expensive\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-solar/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=NEW-SERIES--Batteries---Sizing-and-Selection\u0022\u003EBatteries\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E are the single most expensive component to a solar power system. Not all systems require batteries, but they become mandatory when you go off the grid. They are also required if you need to supply back-up power to your grid-tied property.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. Solar needs space\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nSolar installations take up space. Most people opt for a roof mount solar system because it takes advantage of space that would otherwise go unused. Before investing in a system, consider \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-solar/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--Is-your-roof-suitable-for-solar-panels-\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ewhether or not your roof is suitable\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E, and even consider whether a \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-solar/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--Solar-Roof-Mounts-vs-Ground-Mounts\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eground mount\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E is a more feasible option.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESummary of the advantages and disadvantages of solar energy\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Solar pros and cons\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00227dc3b2aa-f177-448a-bf3a-bdeebe4744e5\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Solar%20pros%20and%20cons_2.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETalk to the experts\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EWe always advocate the importance of due diligence, and consulting with the experts when considering a solar solution. Do as much research as possible and talk to others you know of that have already made the investment.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EStill not sure? Then \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003Econtact us\u003C/a\u003E. \u003C/strong\u003EWe\u2019re here to answer any questions you may have, clear any design hurdles and help you decide if solar makes sense for you!\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Nov 2020", "terms": "Solar, Education" }, { "title": "READ | The IoT Story", "nid": "454", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022iOT\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022afaf9dd0-2747-4dcf-a9c7-596f3cbcd765\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/IOT-image-%20newsletter.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe first \u201Cthing\u201D on the Internet was created in 1982: a soda machine at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that reported on the number and the temperature of the drinks it contained. It was unique back then, but by some point in 2008 or 2009, the number of things connected to the Internet came to exceed the world\u2019s human population for the first time in history. Since then, the \u201CInternet of Things\u201D (IoT) has experienced a rapid expansion. According to predictions, the number of \u201Cthings\u201D will exceed 30 billion in 2020 and 75 billion in 2025, worth an estimated $1.6 trillion.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EData is valuable\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThere\u2019s a good reason why more and more devices are being connected to the Internet: Data is valuable. Value is created as soon as the information is used to trigger an action such as placing a maintenance order, jamming the brakes, or closing the valve. Several examples show how value is created by the IoT:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS:\u003C/strong\u003E In the food industry, monitoring of food processing temperatures, as well as the age and chemical make-up of raw material, increases the quality, safety, and shelf-life of products.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. MAINTENANCE EFFICIENCY:\u003C/strong\u003E Unplanned down time in factories or in transportation systems is not only an efficiency killer; it is expensive and dangerous. By detecting sub-optimal asset functioning (factory equipment, for example), maintenance can be performed before the equipment fails.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. WASTE REDUCTION\u003C/strong\u003E: Real-time information about resource consumption, be it electricity moving through a smart grid, gas flowing through pipes or material required in a factory, makes it possible to apply resources as needed as well as identify leaks, thus reducing or eliminating waste.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E4. OPTIMIZED PRODUCTION:\u003C/strong\u003E The IoT also plays a key role in the future of manufacturing. Industry 4.0 is creating a new paradigm for production halls. By networking of all parts of the supply and production chains, production can be optimized and instantly adapted to new requirements including the production of customized products (batch size one) at competitive prices.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E5. DISRUPTIVE BUSINESS MODELS:\u003C/strong\u003E Changing the way business is conducted in industries, e.g. \u201CPay per Use\u201D or \u201CAs a Service\u201D business models instead of selling the machines.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIoT feeds the Digital Twins\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EAn integral part of the \u201CIndustrial IoT\u201D concept is that its components are enhanced by \u201CDigital Twins\u201D in the virtual world. The Digital Twin is a virtual representation of functionalities and data associated with a device or technical system. It covers the full lifecycle of the product: For the design and engineering phase, it may contain physical properties of the device, CAD drawings, and functionality descriptions. For production planning, it contains for example the assembly instructions. In production execution, it starts to collect information about the circumstances of production of the actual product like its quality. During operation and maintenance, all relevant events like critical sensor readings, faults, and service events are recorded. It is the role of IoT to collect the data from production and operation and feed it into the digital twins to keep the virtual representations up to date.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E5G as the driver\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe Internet of Things is expected to receive a tremendous boost from the next-generation mobile network. One benefit of\u00A05G is that sensors can be connected to the Internet inexpensively, without consuming a lot of energy and with short response times\u00A0\u2013 which makes it extremely valuable for industry and self-driving cars, for example. Until now, devices have usually been connected by cables or established radio standards like WiFi, Bluetooth, or ZigBee.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe Internet of Things (IoT) is changing the way we live. Having become ubiquitous in the consumer economy, IoT is now emerging as a force in all industries. This is no coincidence. The Internet of Things creates measurable value for private and public organizations alike.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003Ehttps://new.siemens.com/global/en/company/stories/research-technologies/digitaltwin/iot-story.html\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\u003Cem\u003EChristian Buck, Chris Winkler\u003Cbr /\u003E\nJanuary 2020\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022siemens partner logo\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022fbd0a35a-28e9-4918-9fff-ec6f5cefc876\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Big%20approved%20partner%20Value%20Added%20Reseller%20logo_1.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Nov 2020", "terms": "Electrical, Education" }, { "title": "LEARN | Understanding UPS systems", "nid": "451", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022UPS\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00220d43037a-18ab-4dfc-9994-5b691ce67426\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/ups-pic.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u2019re in the market for a UPS, read our quick article to learn UPS basics, the type of protection they offer, and what important considerations you should keep front of mind when selecting a UPS\u2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat is a UPS?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAn uninterruptible power supply or uninterruptible power source (UPS) is a device that:\u003Cbr /\u003E\n1. Provides back-up power when utility power fails, either long enough for critical equipment to shut down gracefully so that no data is lost, or long enough to keep required loads operational until a generator comes online.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. Conditions incoming power so that all-too-common sags and surges do not damage sensitive electronic gear.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat protection does a UPS offer?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EUPS Systems have three different levels of protection that they offer:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Offline UPS systems\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- acts as a battery back-up\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- predominantly for residential use\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Line interactive UPS system\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- offer automatic voltage regulation and power surge protection\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- maintains the power output to equipment at normal levels\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- takes over when the power goes out\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- the amount of output from a line interactive UPS depends on its kVA Rating\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. Online double conversion UPS system\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- the highest level of UPS protection\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- used to protect equipment that is vital to business operations such as IT suites and data centres\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- have a zero changeover time as they provide a constant, pure sine wave electrical supply to equipment\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat to consider when selecting a UPS?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt is important to ask the right questions when it comes to deciding on a back-up power supply. Here are three important questions you should consider:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003E1. What equipment do you need a UPS to protect?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- consider how important the equipment is that you want to protect, common items include security systems and servers\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- you may need to back-up expensive equipment, whereas only a safe shut down is essential for other equipment\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- also consider the duration for which the equipment will require UPS power\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003E2. What is the equipment\u2019s current electrical draw?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- consider how much power is drawn from each of the items your UPS will need to protect\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003E3. How much space do you have?\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- UPS systems can be range from oversized and cumbersome, to petite and compact. It all depends on the type and quantity of equipment you need to protect, and you may be limited to the amount of space you can allocate the storage of UPS systems.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EConclusion\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor businesses to operate optimally, a back-up power solution should definitely be considered. Turn to a UPS system for the dual protection of offering back-up power, and conditioning incoming power to your sensitive or critical equipment.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENeed a back-up power solution for your facility? \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChat\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to our experts now!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Nov 2020", "terms": "Electrical, Solar, Back-Up Power, Education" }, { "title": "PRODUCT NEWS | Save production time with Marechal\u0026#039;s EVO", "nid": "450", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Evo\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022c927e9b6-478f-4bce-ad38-2ced938f60cc\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Evo.png\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ESafety, innovation and technology \u2013 these words have become synonymous with the Marechal Electric brand and their extensive portfolio of low voltage electrical industrial plug\u00A0and socket outlets. These words also accurately capture the essence of EVO, \u003Cstrong\u003Ethe world\u0027s first separable switch disconnector\u2026\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EA customer\u2019s pain point:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EWhen it comes to industrial electrical equipment, it\u2019s not a simple process to connect or disconnect a plug and socket outlet under load. There are several protocols to follow, such as:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E- calling out a qualified electrician\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- ensuring the electrician and his team are wearing the necessary PPE\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- electrician can then locate the isolator\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- isolate the isolator\u00A0and test using\u00A0the correct multi-meter tool to\u00A0ensure there is no load/power\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- once deemed safe, the plug and socket can then be disconnected for purposes such as performing maintenance\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPlug and play with the EVO\u2026\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EMarechal\u2019s EVO \u201CTwist \u0026amp; Switch Technology\u201D affords you the ease and convenience of disconnecting and connecting under load without all the hassle, saving you valuable production time!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThis innovative product is the world\u0027s first separable switch-disconnector, combining the functions of a switch, isolator and connector\u00A0in a single device.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe EVO can be separated in two parts (supply and load) to allow the replacement of the electrical equipment it supplies, without unwiring or disconnecting the upstream power supply.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat makes the EVO safe and reliable?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. Butt contact silver nickel spring loaded pressurised system\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- A modern switchgear technology, as opposed to pin and sleeve technology inherited from domestic accessories, dating back to the early ages of electricity\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. Crimped Braids \u0026amp; Elastic Lock Terminals\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- Provides contact performance and tolerances superior to traditional \u2018pin and sleeve\u2019 contacts\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- Can withstand overloads, vibration, corrosion and variations of temperature\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3. Safety Shutter\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- The base is fitted with an interlocked safety shutter that prevents the access to live contacts\u003Cbr /\u003E\n- This shutter only unlocks at the time of the connection of the plug into its base\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EA strong and durable separable switch disconnector for all your installations\u2026\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nTurn to the EVO for 100% assured safety.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0P5ffTIhB0\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWATCH\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E a quick video to view this incredible device.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/download/marechal-evo-magnet.pdf\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDOWNLOAD\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E the EVO brochure to learn more.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECHAT\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to us for a Marechal Electric solution for your facility now!\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Nov 2020", "terms": "Electrical, Products, Marechal Electric" }, { "title": "READ | Understanding the latest edition of SANS 10142-1", "nid": "449", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022sans\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022e556c362-1533-4bcd-8994-db5f7aaf245b\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/johan-db-newsletter_0.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EREAD | The latest edition of SANS 10142-1 has been published!\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe third edition of SANS10142-1 (The wiring of premises Part 1: LV installations) has recently been published. In this article, we\u2019ll outline why the standard was revised, along with the most important changes made.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat is SANS 10142-1? \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis South African standard is referenced for all forms of low voltage electrical installations. The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) deems it compulsory for electrical installations to comply with all requirements of the standard.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMoreover, the OHS Act stipulates that a registered professional (Master Installation Electrician, installation electrician or an electrical tester for single phase) issue a Certificate of Compliance for an electrical installation, in line with the requirements of the standard.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat brought about the revision to SANS 10142-1?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAside from requirements being out of date, the standard was intentionally revised to better align it to international norms. International technologies used in South Africa need to be verified and aligned with our local conditions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWho should pay particular attention to the changes? \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou should definitely familiarise yourself with the updated standard if you are an electrician, tester, electrical contractor, engineer, technician and the like. Educational bodies and people working in the electrical industry at large should all be well-acquainted with the changes as briefly outlined below.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat are the major changes that have been made?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIntroduction of arc fault detection devices in electrical installations.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIntroduction of an annex to provide information on how to perform neutral earth resistance tests.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EModification of resistance of earth continuity conductor requirements.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIntroduction of lightning protection requirements, as well as an informative annex which refers to SANS 10313 and SANS 62305 series.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EModification of electrical installation test reports in hazardous locations.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\nClick \u003Ca href=\u0022https://ecasa.co.za/technical/latest-edition-3-of-the-wiring-code-sans-10142-1-published/\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ehere\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to read more of the changes implemented\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhere can you get the latest SANS 10142-1 from? \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe latest standard can be purchased from the SABS store.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EClick \u003Ca href=\u0022https://store.sabs.co.za/pdfpreview.php?hash=f11e2bbb2a20be3945abb37416d3168464321f17\u0026amp;preview=yes\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ehere\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to preview the document.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://ecasa.co.za/technical/latest-edition-3-of-the-wiring-code-sans-10142-1-published/\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\necasa.co.za\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\u003Cem\u003E\u0022Latest edition (3) of the wiring code (SANS 10142-1) published\u0022\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://ecasa.co.za/technical/latest-edition-3-of-the-wiring-code-sans-10142-1-published/\u0022\u003EErika Van Zyl\u003Cbr /\u003E\n14 September 2020\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Nov 2020", "terms": "Electrical, Education" } ]