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 this issue goes to press, many of you will still be catching your breath after completing The Dash of the Derg cycle event. It has quickly become one of the industry’s most anticipated fixtures—Congratulations to all that completed this event and we will have a report in the next issue. The EIFI Electrical Industry Awards 2025 (p.8) promises not only to celebrate excellence but also to showcase the best practices, products and people shaping the next era of electrification across Ireland. Recognition is more than just a trophy—it signals where the market is heading, and what kinds of innovation will be valued tomorrow. Product launches remain another highlight in this issue, with manufacturers demonstrating an ever-growing commitment to performance and safety. Legrand’s fire-tested pre-galvanised cable ladder (p.13) sets new standards in reliability, while ABB’s latest circuit breaker (p.17) is tailored for AI data centres and advanced manufacturing—a timely reminder that our industry is at the heart of the digital revolution. Phoenix Contact, OBO Bettermann, and Schneider Electric (pp.11, 27, 51) all make their mark with solutions that blend efficiency, protection, and intelligent control. Heating takes centre stage in conversations about both energy efficiency and customer comfort. On page 7, Rointe introduces a new benchmark in electric heating, setting a standard that blends technological sophistication with environmental responsibility. Meanwhile, at the other end of the spectrum, Grant’s integrated heating packages (p.57) highlight how practical solutions can save time on-site and simplify the installer’s job. The heating sector remains a focal point of our transition to smarter, cleaner energy systems. Hager, celebrating its 70th anniversary this year (p.37), has grown from humble beginnings to become a global leader in building electrification. Readers will also be pleased to see the return of the Hager Mediterranean Cruise competition (p.23). with Hager Get on board It’s back… register now for launch! Cruise Competition! Register now to join us on a Mediterranean cruise in April 2026. You can register using the QR code below. hager.com/ie Get on Board with Hager_ Cruise.indd 1 8/27/2025 9:45:25 AM Hager recently celebrated a 70 Year Anniversary. Register now to enter the Hager mediterranean cruise competition. Mark Keogh brings the EIFI Electrical Industry Awards 2025 to Croke Park.
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