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[ { "title": "READ | 10 Dumb things people do when testing Electricity", "nid": "546", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za?subject=Fluke Enquiry\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Fluke multimeters\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00220ef4aa6d-7fd6-4b10-98a8-ce76c6ed0319\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Fluke%20multimeters.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAnyone who makes their living by working with electricity quickly develops a healthy respect for anything with even a remote chance of being \u0022live.\u0022 Yet, the pressures of the getting a job done on time or getting a mission-critical piece of equipment back on line can result in carelessness and uncharacteristic mistakes by even the most seasoned electrician\u2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe list below was developed by FLUKE as a quick reminder of what \u003Cem\u003Enot\u003C/em\u003E to do when taking electrical measurements:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReplace the original fuse with a cheaper one\u003C/strong\u003E. If your digital multimeter meets today\u0027s safety standards, that fuse is a special safety sand fuse designed to pop before an overload hits your hand. When you change your meter fuse, be sure to replace it with an\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.fluke.com/en/products/accessories\u0022\u003Eauthorized fuse\u003C/a\u003E.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUse a bit of wire or metal to get around the fuse all together\u003C/strong\u003E. That may seem like a quick fix if you\u0027re caught without an extra fuse, but that fuse could be all that ends up between you and a spike headed your way.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUse the wrong test tool for the job\u003C/strong\u003E. It\u0027s important to match your\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.fluke.com/en/products/electrical-testing/digital-multimeters\u0022\u003Edigital multimeter\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0to the work ahead. Make sure your test tool holds the correct CAT rating for each job you do, even if it means switching DMMs throughout the day.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGrab the cheapest meter on the rack\u003C/strong\u003E. You can upgrade later, right? Maybe not, if you end up a victim of a safety accident because that cheap test tool didn\u0027t actually contain the safety features it advertised. Look for independent laboratory testing.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELeave your safety glasses in your shirt pocket\u003C/strong\u003E. Take them out. Put them on. It\u0027s important. Ditto insulated gloves and flame-resistant clothing.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWork on a live circuit\u003C/strong\u003E. De-energize the circuit whenever possible. If the situation requires you to work on a live circuit, use properly insulated tools, wear safety glasses or a face shield and insulated gloves, remove watches or other jewellery, stand on an insulated mat and wear flame-resistant clothing, not regular work clothes.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFail to use proper lockout/ tag-out procedures\u003C/strong\u003E. Just don\u2019t do it.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EKeep both hands on the test\u003C/strong\u003E. No\u2026 Don\u0027t! When working with live circuits, remember the old electrician\u0027s trick. Keep one hand in your pocket. That lessens the chance of a closed circuit across your chest and through your heart. Hang or rest the meter if possible. Try to avoid holding it with your hands to minimize personal exposure to the effects of transients.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENeglect your leads\u003C/strong\u003E. Test leads are an important component of DMM safety. Make sure your leads match the CAT level of your job as well. Look for\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.fluke.com/en/products/accessories/test-leads\u0022\u003Etest leads\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0with double insulation, shrouded input connectors, finger guards and a non-slip surface.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHang onto your old test tool forever\u003C/strong\u003E. Today\u0027s test tools contain safety features unheard of even a few years ago, features that are worth the cost of an equipment upgrade and a lot less expensive than an emergency room visit.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETurn to Fluke\u2019s T6-1000 Electrical Tester:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16b1xhXFIhA\u0026amp;list=PL0AHvVniUcgzRtFVdw-UbTU1u0FwFgx18\u0026amp;index=1\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWATCH\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E the T6\u00A0Electrical Tester\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2\u003Cstrong\u003E. \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zck6Qz3mM1o\u0026amp;list=PL0AHvVniUcgzRtFVdw-UbTU1u0FwFgx18\u0026amp;index=2\u0022\u003EWATCH\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003Ethe T6-1000 Pro Electrical Tester\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3. \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/external/magnet-fluke-t6-fieldsense.pdf\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDISCOVER\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E Fluke\u0027s FieldSense technology\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E4.\u003Cstrong\u003E\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for advice on a Fluke solution for your facility now!\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Sep 2021", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Products, Fluke" }, { "title": "PRODUCT NEWS | Easy Overcurrent Protection with Schneider\u2019s Easergy P3", "nid": "547", "body": "\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ECovering all applications in medium-voltage and high-voltage protection, from overcurrent or motor to complex distance protection, \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-electrical/index.php\u0022\u003ESchneider Electric\u2019s\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E protective relays give you the safety and reliability needed to operate with confidence.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOvercurrent Protection made Easy\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EOvercurrent protection relays can be used for primary electrical protection, a backup for phase overcurrent or earth fault protection. Instantaneous definite time, IDMT, directional or non-directional are types of overcurrent characteristics often used in electrical protection from basic to advanced feeder applications. Available in a range from basic devices, to complex numerical devices with IEC 61850 communication and cybersecurity.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEasergy P3\u003Cbr /\u003E\nCompact protection relays for standard applications\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/za/en/product-range/64884-easergy-p3/?parent-subcategory-id=86796\u0026amp;filter=business-6-medium-voltage-distribution-and-grid-automation#overview\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Easergy P3\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00220dc793c2-7fc4-41ba-9454-bad016fe30fd\u0022 height=\u0022294\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Schneider%20Easergy%20P3.png\u0022 width=\u0022262\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EEasergy P3 is Schneider\u2019s latest protection relay for all common MV applications. It is designed for unparalleled efficiency, greater connectivity and enhanced safety to allow Panel Builders and Contractors to save time every day, whilst helping to ensure that critical assets and personnel remain protected.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEasergy Benefits\u003Cbr /\u003E\nUnparalleled efficiency with attention to time saving at every step\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ESimple selection with web-configurator tool\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ESimplified configuration and testing from the new eSetup Easergy Pro setting tool\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EQuick setting changes in the field with the embedded web-server\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBetter connectivity brings great benefits\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ESimplify operation and maintenance with the innovative Easergy SmartApp mobile application\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E9 communication protocols in one device with Serial and Ethernet connectivity\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EIEC 61850 and redundancy protocols (RSTP, PRP)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EIncreased amount of inputs \u0026amp; outputs for more possibilities\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEnhanced safety for your assets and personnel\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEmbedded arc protection to reduce risk and long term equipment damage \u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBuilt-in virtual injection testing to quicken installation and commissioning using eSetup Easergy Pro\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECompliant to international quality standards (i.e. IEC 60255-1)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ESuitable for buildings, industries and electric utilities applications alike, Easergy P3 offers a complete range of protection for medium voltage.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ETo learn more about the Easergy range, \u003Ca href=\u0022https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_enDocType=Catalog\u0026amp;p_File_Name=P3_NRJCAT17764EN_v19_052021.pdf\u0026amp;p_Doc_Ref=NRJCAT17764EN\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDOWNLOAD\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E the product catalogue and \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdNDKWM4Q5M\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWATCH\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E a quick product highlights video.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EWe are the largest Schneider Electric distributor in South Africa. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za?subject=Schneider%20Enquiry\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to our experts for more on the Schneider range of products and solutions!\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Sep 2021", "terms": "Electrical, Products, Schneider" }, { "title": "PRODUCT NEWS | Brady\u2019s solution to identify cables outdoors for a decade", "nid": "548", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za?subject=Brady Enquiry\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Brady oudoor identification solutions\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00228dbc3931-b9d3-48e7-8081-47ce77278a61\u0022 height=\u0022190\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Brady%20solar%20panels%20identification%202.JPG\u0022 width=\u0022204\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe challenge\u2026\u003Cbr /\u003E\nTo quickly and reliably identify large volumes of various outdoor cable types\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EExposure to the elements can pose a challenge, particularly when it comes to an identification solution. How can you ensure that tags remain attached to your equipment, and legible for 10 years under active UV-radiation and other environmental conditions\u2026?\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe solution\u2026\u003Cbr /\u003E\nReliable, colour-coded tags printed on site\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBrady has a comprehensive range of solutions to beat this challenge:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EB-7598 polyester cable tags\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\tDurable outdoor cable identification\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\tThe B-7598 polyester cable identification tag has been developed to keep cables identified in outdoor environments. It offers great abrasion resistance and up to 10 year\u2019s outdoor legibility and durability. These tags are available in 7 colours.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/download/magnet-brady-b-7598-datasheet.pdf\u0022\u003EDOWNLOAD\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Ethe product brochure to learn more.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EB-7593 polyester nameplate labels\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\tFlexible, self-adhesive cable identification\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\tThe B-7593 is a polyester label equipped with a foam that looks just like an engraved metal nameplate, but with increased flexibility at a fraction of the cost. After printing, the self-adhesive label quickly expands to take on the shape of a metal nameplate. \u00A0\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\t\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBradyPrinter i3300\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\tVersatile Industrial Label Printer\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\tThe compact, BradyPrinter i3300 can print a wide variety of labels, sleeves, tags and signs for cable, product and facility identification. Printable materials can be switched and be ready to print in less than 20 seconds, thanks to smart label rolls an printer auto-calibration.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe results\u2026\u003Cbr /\u003E\nReliably identified outdoor cables\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/download/magnet-brady-case-study-vindo-solar.pdf\u0022\u003EREAD\u003C/a\u003E the case study of a Brady client who used this product combination and achieved a reliable identification solution for their solar plant.\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za?subject=Brady%20Enquiry\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Eto us for a Brady solution for your facility now!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za?subject=Brady Enquiry\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Brady solution\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022952b8fbc-0837-45ad-afcf-7aa72ee2988e\u0022 height=\u0022254\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Picture1_4.png\u0022 width=\u0022703\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Sep 2021", "terms": "Electrical, Products, Brady" }, { "title": "PRODUCT NEWS | In synch with Schneider\u0026#039;s Harmony Range", "nid": "543", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za?subject=Schneider Enquiry\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Harmony range\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00225eaabc0f-2813-4394-93c1-dde04fc29b4a\u0022 height=\u0022313\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Harmony%20range.JPG\u0022 width=\u0022673\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat if your production line stopped because of a single pushbutton?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EImagine the operating loss that may induce the failure of the operator control of your equipment, which represents less than 1% of its cost.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EIn industry, there is usually a loss of productivity that can exceed 10%, due to industrial equipment failures. This is a very important source of economy. To reach this deposit, a sum of precautions must be in place and we must think of every eventuality, including the failure of the operator dialogue devices. Installation stopping because of a banal pilot light or pushbutton is infuriating, and a few simple rules can avoid this.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETo limit these cases there are not thousands of solutions, but rather three that can be combined: \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E1. You have to use reliable, high-quality components to minimize the occurrence of failures (failure prevention)\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E2. We can provide preventive maintenance by replacing a priori devices that may fail (preventive maintenance)\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E3. You can set up a highly reactive organization to minimize downtime (reactive maintenance)\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EToday, on average, we know that 30% of maintenance operations are preventive and 70% reactive, but the cursor moves increasingly toward preventive whose profitability is well-proven because the cost of a pushbutton switch is very small compared to the potential operating losses.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESchneider\u2019s modular range Harmony\u2122 diameter 22 can play optimally on three levers: \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. The most reliable on the market\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe Harmony range is developed and qualified to achieve the highest possible level of reliability. Schneider\u2019s laboratories use the endurance testing standards and robustness to harshest industrial environments. And their electrical endurance tests are done after component aging.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ESchneider is still improving this strength in offering reinforced waterproof solutions (IP66, 67, 69, and 69K), extending the temperature operating range to -40 \u00B0C to 70 \u00B0C. These improvements not only allow Harmony to be installed in harsher environments, but also guarantee a higher lifetime.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOther unique features are limiting failure rates:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ESpecial design that eliminates the re-tightening campaigns for Harmony screw terminals, which are frequently forgotten. This is a good way not to be confronted with a loss of electrical continuity.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EA complete range of electrical contacts, which covers a very wide range of uses, including standard blocks with high electrical reliability guarantee, power blocks, and gold contacts blocks for low level\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EElectrical contacts hooks with metal locks (including plastic versions)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ESnap mounting bases by metal clips (including plastic versions)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EWide range of protective accessories (not only for product heads in front face, but also for the protection of contacts in the electrical cabinet)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. 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