PECM Issue 18 2016 | Page 53

Electrical & Electronics An illuminating solution to a New Years deadline he UK electrical industry has seen important changes over the last year, since the launch of Amendment 3 to the 17th edition Wiring Regulations. The January 1 deadline means that all consumer units installed in domestic premises now need to be made of metal. Jason Hallam, UK sales specification manager at CPN-Cudis, explains how its new Metal Lumo Consumer Unit has been designed to comply with the latest requirements. T We launched our third amendment compliant consumer unit in June, 2015. Constructed in steel and with a drop down lid, it has added safety features such as earth contact points. One of our main objectives was to create a product that was aesthetically pleasing as well as practical. Its design retains the look of the current plastic consumer unit and is available in both black and white. Our latest development, the LUMO metal consumer unit, has been designed for the convenience and safety of the user. It’s fitted with our innovative in-built LED, allowing the user to easily reset a tripped circuit breaker, without needing to fumble about in the dark. The technical team at CPN-Cudis were able to utilise their experience of electrical installation requirements, and inspection and testing, to make the installation process straight-forward. We’ve maximised space inside the unit, to make installation easier and faster, and the size and position of the knockouts offer the installer full accessibility for cables. Tel: +44 (0) 161 7653000 Email: [email protected] www.cudis.co.uk Issue 18 PECM 53