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 IEBA: Charity Cycle Gears Up for a Breathtaking Journey Gear up for a thrilling adventure with the New Irish Electrical Cycling Club (IECC) as they host a charity cycle on September 20th, 2024, with all proceeds going to the IEBA (Irish Electrical Benevolent Association). The club, specifically set up for this event is fully sanctioned by Cycling Ireland. It starts in Killaloe, Co. Clare, cyclists will embark on a breath-taking 110-kilometre journey around Lough Derg. Full details are not yet available, but interested individuals or companies can reach out to Stephen McManus (details available on page 9) for more information. In other news, the spotlight is on Russell Fitzpatrick of Robbie Burke Electrical, who secures the Hager "Install of the Year" award. This competition recognises and promotes excellence within the electrical industry, and Fitzpatrick's professional installation work is a testament to the industry's high standards (details on page 10). Ovia along with it's brand-new catalogue, have just launched the 'Inceptor Milli' a dimmable, fixed, fire rated LED downlight along with an extensive range of bezels (see page 7). Atex Ltd. makes waves in the industry with the introduction of AX Distribution, a dedicated cable management line of products. For a closer look at these new offerings, turn to page 17. We look at the new Rexel Distribution Centre. Established to serve the Kellihers network of 24 branches (see page 18). Rittal Ireland and Hummel, Germany's leading supplier of cable glands announce a new partnership (see page 30). Inter-Konnect introduces new sales representatives (see page 27) The EIGSI's first event of the year is on the 22nd March. New members are welcome (see page 23). On a much sadder note, the early months of this year marked the passing of two revered figures in the electrical industry, Reg Farrell and Dick Bowen. We reflect on their significant contributions and give our condolences to their families.
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