Electric.ie January-February 2025

ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • 5 Editorial electric.ie Electric Bureau Ireland Ltd., Bluebell House Business Centre, Bluebell Avenue, Dublin 12 Tel: (087) 6698028 Info@electric.ie Reg. Dublin: 512293 Colin Sherlock General Manager Layout/Design colin.sherlock@electric.ie DISCLAIMER Electric Bureau Ireland Ltd. accept no responsiblity for the accuracy of contributed articles or statements appearing in this publication. Electric.ie is published by Electric Bureau Ireland Ltd. The magazine is circulated throughout Ireland and is available on wholesale trade counters and from representatives of electrical distributors who are members of EMDA The editor welcomes: contributions of technical papers, information on new products, details of installation projects and all editorial input of interest to our readers. Printed by W&G Baird Friday 17th, November 2023 Intercontinental Hotel, Dublin As we step into 2025, we want to wish all our readers, advertisers, and supporters a very Happy New Year! The coming year promises to continue the strong momentum we saw in 2024, with exciting developments across the electrical and engineering sectors. Once again, we've captured the glamour and excitement of the industry’s social calendar with photographs from the IEBA Charity Ball, held in November at the Intercontinental Hotel. The event’s James Bond-inspired 007 theme added a touch of intrigue and sophistication to an already splendid evening. Looking ahead, the year is already packed with key events. The SOLAR and EV Show on February 13th will shine a light on sustainable energy solutions, while the AECI Trade Show, scheduled for May 28th, promises to bring the latest in electrical innovation to the fore. Across the industry, optimism abounds. ATEX is taking Eaton products on the road, making them more accessible nationwide. AP Haslam has expanded its offerings to include the innovative DUCTSEAL cable duct sealing system, providing enhanced chemical and mechanical sealing The IEBA Annual Black Tie Ball 2024. solutions. Meanwhile, GRANT has unveiled its next generation of heat pumps. The Aerona R290 mono bloc range, designed specifically for the Irish market, boasts five models tailored to varying needs, with larger units set to arrive in early 2025. The fire and safety sector is also witnessing growth with the launch of Ventol Ireland on January 2, 2025. Led by Derek McKeever and operating as part of the Ventol UK group, this new player promises a dedicated focus on enhancing fire safety solutions across the country. John Clare's 2nd Edition has now been launched. On the publishing front, John Clare’s muchanticipated 2nd Edition of A Practical Guide to the National Rules for Electrical Installations has been released. This updated edition includes new Easy-to-Read Diagrams and a Step-by-Step Testing Guide, ensuring it remains an essential resource for professionals in the field. With so much innovation and activity on the horizon, 2025 is already shaping up to be a remarkable year. Let’s embrace the opportunities it brings and continue driving the industry forward together. February 13th. Electrical Trade Show 2025 May 28th.

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