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Legrand’s Starfix ferrules, cable crimping tools and applicators, which form part of the company’s comprehensive cable management system, are designed for new installations and renovations in commercial installations, offices and domestic environments. “The outstanding feature of this tool is that it efficiently performs four functions in one operation, offering time savings of more than 50 % compared with traditional tools that complete the same tasks,” says Luk Ivens, general manager, Legrand Southern Africa. “The Starfix crimping tool cuts, strips (with a side thrust), twists and automatica...

Legrand has extended its range of weatherproof Atlantic-E metal cabinets to now include electric orange units– manufactured especially for the local market. Legrand has extended its range of weatherproof Atlantic-E metal cabinets to now include electric orange units– manufactured especially for the local market. Atlantic-E cabinets, with a high quality orange finish associated with power and a warning of danger, meet local requirements for health and safety, including NOSA’s recommendations for ensuring optimum safety in the workplace,” says Luk Ivens, general manager for Legrand Southern Afri...

Legrand’s Tempra industrial plugs and sockets, which conform to stringent quality and safety specifications, have been designed to save time during mounting, connection and maintenance procedures. “The P17 Tempra range, which is manufactured from polyamide 6 for corrosion resistance, can withstand the harsh effects of the most arduous environments, including the petrochemical sector,” says Luk Ivens, general manager, Legrand Southern Africa. “These components, with capacities of 16 A, 32 A, 63 A and 125 A, are able to operate in conditions with a temperature range between - 25?C and + 40?C.” T...

Legrand’s Arteor range – which encompasses simple switches, to the most advanced home automation systems – includes fan controllers, thermostats, electric roller blinds and shutter controllers, as well as curtain switches. “Arteor wiring devices have numerous functions for the most basic electrical requirements, as well as for complicated and demanding automation tasks,” says Luk Ivens, general manager, Legrand Southern Africa. “Numerous functions have been designed for hotels, commercial installations and the residential environment, combining sophisticated technological developments and styl...

Legrand’s standalone and centralised access control systems have been designed for the efficient management of flows of people and for optimum security of access to several areas in public and private establishments. “These access control systems, which are easy to install and use, offer simple, one-off application solutions, as well as the management of complex scenarios,” says Luk Ivens, general manager, Legrand SA. “Fingerprint readers, badge readers and coded keypads are supported by user-friendly supervision software and a range of accessories that enhance performance of the system.  ...

Legrand’s cable management systems for flooring consist of a newly launched flexible low level cable flooring system, traditional raised access flooring and ducting, DLP and over floor trunking, surface or flush mounting floor units, as well as distribution columns power and lighting mechanisms. Flooring components also include a comprehensive range of specially designed accessories, including cable markers and terminal blocks. “Legrand’s cable management systems, which have been designed for flexibility and efficiency, as well as easy installation, aesthetic appeal and optimum safety, provide...

Legrand’s lighting management systems, which are designed to make buildings more energy efficient, encompass two types of solutions – stand-alone switch sensors and BUS/SCS systems. “These energy efficient lighting management systems ensure there is exactly the right amount of light when and where it is needed,” says Luk Ivens, general manager, Legrand Southern Africa. “Lighting, together with heating and air-conditioning, accounts for the greatest energy consumption and electricity costs of a building. With the installation of an automatic lighting management system, energy savings of more th...

Legrand’s LCS²cabling system offers high performance, easy installation and enhanced flexibility in various commercial and industrial environments, from technical rooms to workstations. “This complete cabling system integrates fully with other Legrand systems, including DLP trunking, cabling accessories and cable management. Legrand supports this new LCS²cabling system system with a guarantee of continuity of performance levels for a period of 20 years,” says Luk Ivens, general manager, Legrand Southern Africa. “The LCS² system encompasses Cat 6A, Cat 6 and Cat 5e. Measurements of components a...

Legrand’s comprehensive range of modular electrical equipment and wiring accessories has been extended to include new flush-mounting distribution cabinets, which ensure optimum efficiency, enhanced aesthetics and absolute safety in any application. “These new stylish Practibox flush-mounting distribution cabinets have a modern white finish and clear windows,” says Luk Ivens, general manager, Legrand Southern Africa. “These distribution cabinets conform with IEC 439-3 standards and are IK 07 and Class II rated. These units have an IP 40 index protection rating with the door fitted as a guard ag...

The Legrand Group was awarded the coveted ‘responsible supplier relations’ mark of approval at the end of last year. “Legrand is one of the first four companies in France to be granted this mark, which identifies organisations that have demonstrated their commitment to balanced and sustainable supplier relationships,” says Luk Ivens, general manager, Legrand Southern Africa. “This award reflects the Group’s sustainable development strategy, in which one of the aims is to involve suppliers in its sustainable development approach. This is achieved through greater acknowledgement of social and en...

Legrand Zucchini busbars, designed for the safe and efficient distribution of electricity, have recently been installed at the new Prime Plaza commercial office development in Gaborone, Botswana. “This new city centre building, with a reputation as the ‘greenest office development in Botswana,’ will ultimately consist of three buildings, with a total construction area of 11 180 m²,” says Luk Ivens, general manager, Legrand South Africa. “Legrand is proud to be part of this prestigious installation – an important new landmark in Africa. “What’s important about Legrand’s Zucchini busbar system i...

Legrand continues to expand in digital infrastructures by acquiring Aegide in the Netherlands – Legrand announces the acquisition of Aegide, market leader in VDI (Voice, Data, Image) cabinets for data centers in the Netherlands and a front-running European contender in this market – Legrand thus strengthens its positions in the fast-growing digital infrastructure segment After purchasing Electrorack in the US, Legrand is pursuing its development in the data-center market and today announced the acquisition of Aegide, one of the major European contenders in data-center racks and cabinets. Aegid...