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THE OTHER BITS
Electricity from the sun is cheap, but don’t think that
way about PV installation gear.
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10 MYTHS
The solar installation industry is rife with legends
and stories, many of which are unfounded. Matthew
Wright of Zero Emissions dispels 10 of the most
common myths surrounding the industry.
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GET PROTECTED
In the first part of this two-part series, Chris Halliday
looked at the more obscure but nevertheless
important types of protection. He now examines the
conventional forms.
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THE NUMBER ONE CONCERN
Component safety is as big an issue as electrical
system safety. Gary Busbridge asks whether we are as
diligent as we should be.
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NOISE COMPLAINTS
Network providers bringing high-speed
communications to multi-dwelling units have a noise
issue to resolve.
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IN THE LOT
Connected lighting technologies have transformed
the way we light spaces and the way we engage with
light within spaces.
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CONTENTS
CONNECTION
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PRODUCT NEWS
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TRAINING DIARY
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THE A-Z OF CABLING
Selecting the right cable is a tricky business. Chris Halliday
offers guidance on the conductive material, insulation type
and cable size for a range of requirements and conditions.
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IT’S YOUR MONEY
Electrical Connection
is on a mission to help contractors
ensure the longevity of their businesses, by looking at the
crucial topics of estimating and debt recovery.
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CLIMBING THE MOUNT
Panel installers must study location and roof type before
quoting. Mounting materials are costly, labour time may
increase, and an unhappy customer is bad for business.
STORE THE SUN
The way we provide and consume energy is
destined to undergo a paradigm shift – and
maybe much sooner than we think.
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