The Rebuilding Sir Lanka 2013 calendar is now available – an unusual and exclusive gift, the calendar features images and illustrations of the children of  Sri Lanka post tsunami

Registered charity;  Rebuilding Sri Lanka, was established by a group of  survivors in the wake of the tsunami disaster in 2004, with one of its founders and treasurer being R&M’s Finance Director – William Crook.

Initially set up to focus on emergency relief; housing, sanitation, livelihood, medical needs and getting children back to school, the charity has evolved and has built over 300 transitional homes, installed clean water supplies and built toilets in 50 different locations, funded a special needs school, restored the livelihoods of over 1000 families, established a children’s resource centre, built a village, two schools and an award winning library, 4 smaller libraries and an English language centre!

To help support the ongoing work of this great charity and to order your calendar please follow the link:  www.rebuildingsrilanka.org.uk

R&M are pleased to announce that our Atyrau Division is now a fully registered Kazakhstan Company, under the name of R&M Electrical Group LLP.

 Capable of servicing both DDP and global FCA business, R&M have been active in the Kazakhstan region since 1996, with offices in Atyrau for the past 5 years, boasting a team experienced in electrical equipment supply throughout the area with local knowledge of the logistical challenges this can bring.

 Specialising in providing quality products, reinforced by excellent customer service and support, R&M Electrical Group LLP will focus on developing and maintaining both new and existing long term relationships within the Kazakhstan area, such as those currently enjoyed with some of the largest operating and contracting companies in the region –  Tengizchevroil, Karachaganak Petroleum Operating B.V, PetroKazakhstan Kumkol Resources AO (PKKR) and North Caspian Operating Company B.V. (NCOC), to name just a few.

 “Strategically partnering with key manufacturers such as Vantrunk,  Flexicon, Tyco Thermal, Cooper Industries, Glamox and Dialight, our aim is to provide on-the-ground sales and technical support for our client base.   We have the scale, personnel and experience to deliver the precise product required, wherever it is needed in the world. This means that any UK, European or International company seeking the supply of electrical products to meet overseas contracts, large or small can use the full resources and experience of the R&M Electrical Group by making one call to your local branch or international division”  Martin Goodall – Exports Manager

 Contact R&M Electrical Group LLP on:

T:  +7 7122 320 720/726

F: +7 7122 320 714

E: atyrau@rm-electrical.com

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R&M are pleased to announce that they are now able to offer the newly launched Silavent Green Line HRX range of Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) appliances developed by Polypipe Ventilation.

The range incorporates advanced technology for maximum performance and innovative design for simple installation and operation.

Manufactured in the UK, the Silavent Green Line MRX MVHR are Building Regulations compliant, recovering up to 88% of a home’s waste heat. The units work by warming fresh air drawn into the building using the heat from waste stale air extracted from the kitchen and up to seven wet rooms using an efficient counter flow heat exchanger. 

Features include:

• Very Low Fan Power for Reduced Energy Usage – providing quiet reliable operation and a higher SAP rating 
• External Wiring Centre – preventing moisture damage to the electronics
• Optional Frost Protection System
• Moulded EPP Casing – minimising air leakage, thermal efficiency and noise absorption
• Compact & Lightweight
• Quick & Easy to Install, Commission and Maintain
• Ideal for Installation in Kitchen Cupboards or Loft Spaces
• Simple to understand and operate user interfaces built into the units

The Silavent Green Line HRX range has been designed to work most efficiently when used with Polypipe’s Domus ducting systems. Domus ducting offers improved system performance through the exacting tolerances and engineered fit of the system, whereby pressure drops are minimised and air leakage virtually eliminated.

For more information on this and other Domus products please contact R&M Fixings & Supports at:

fixings@rm-electrical.com                  tel:  023 8038 6800

Now available at our R&M Oxford Branch – The Site-Guard Lite alarm system is an all-in-one battery powered GSM alarm system with 24 hour monitoring capabilities.

This simple to use alarm, is weather proof (IP65), has a simply iButton Operation (no codes to forget) and is linked to a 24/7 Monitoring Station.

Specifically designed to target areas suffering from high instances of theft – the Site-Guard Lite alarm has been developed to offer instant security for:

• Copper & Lead Theft Areas
• Construction Sites
• Scaffolds & Towers
• Void Properties
• Storage Units

Offering an easy rental package, the Site-Guard Lite alarm package includes:

• Installation/Removal
• Maintenance Visits/Battery Changes
• 24 Hour Monitoring
• 24 Hour Engineering Support
• 24 Hour Manned Guard Response (extra charges apply)

 The Site Guard units are a great copper theft protection solution monitored and maintained by Perimeter Security.

Please contact our Oxford Branch for more information

T: 01865 395 353          F: 01865 777 180                 E: oxford@rm-electrical.com

For technical information click here

One of R&M’s preferred suppliers – Flexicon – has been fast tracked after supplying flexible conduit to the Lessius racing team who took part in the prestigious Formula Student races at Silverstone.

Formula Student (FS) is one of the most established educational motorsport competitions in Europe. It gives universities across the globe an opportunity to build and design a single-seat racing car and compete against other international racing teams.

As an integral part of the safety of the vehicle, Flexicon’s PVC smooth bore flexible conduit is protecting the high voltage (HV) cables on the racing car.  Every HV cable that runs on the outside of the enclosure is secured and protected by the non-metallic orange conduit.

The LPCO conduit used is highly flexible and will therefore allow some torsional movement. It is also securely anchored at each end so that it can withstand a force of 200N without straining the cable. The products have also been vibration and shock tested to EN61373 Cat 2. 

Colin Legg, Marketing Manager for Flexicon comments: “Protection of cabling is vital in any automotive application.  Whether racing in wet or dry conditions the electrical systems must be protected from water dust and any debris from the track.”

The FS encourages teams to be innovative and to work on both the technical and business aspects of the project, Formula Student gives students from around the world the ideal opportunity to learn new skills and showcase their talent.

Gilles Nys from Lessius racing team said, “It’s always really encouraging when manufacturers like Flexicon agree to help us. The FS is a great opportunity for young engineers but building a racecar is not without its cost implications. Getting help from Flexicon really helped us to build the best possible vehicle we could.”

Says Legg:“ As a company who is proud of its engineering, we are happy to encourage and support young engineers, especially when they are partaking in such a prestigious event like FS.”

 For further information about Flexicon’s range of flexible conduit please contact:  R&M’s Southampton Branch on 023 8023 1800     southampton@rm-electrical.com

The IW series, is the latest generation of Intelligent IR Windows from CorDex Instruments – and is now available at R&M.

Operating with any thermal imager, The IW3000 and IW4000 takes electrical inspection and predictive maintenance to a new level of safety, efficiency and accuracy.

• Fully certified and tested to UL50, UL50V & UL1558 Standards
• Manufactured from industrial grade materials proved to withstand electric arcs
• Efficient 1/4 turn locking system
• Intelligent multiple identification system for each individual window

Through intelligent design and special features the IW series reduces the time it takes to perform inspections – the 1/4 turn locking system (replacing traditional multiple bolt systems) and spring loaded cover reduces time per inspection.

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The Uni-Foot H-Frame is an innovative system to support small and large ducting, pipe work or electrical containment, utilising the newly launched Uni-Foot.

The competitively priced H-Frame comes in the form of a kit comprising of:

• 2 x Uni-Foot                                                                                                                            
• 2 x Anti-vibration Pads
• 2 x Angled Brackets
• 4 x M10 Bolts
• 4 x M10 Channel Nuts

All you have to add is the Strut!  Or contact us to take advantage of our Strut Cutting Service – fiixngs@rm-electrical.com

Made from 100% recycled, heavy duty rubber, the Uni-Foot allows the mounting of building services, such as pipework, electrical containment, air conditioning & refrigeration equipment on flat roofs.

Its fast and easy to install with no penetration of water proof membranes!

Contact us today for more information and a quote on;

e: fixings@rm-electrical.com                 t: 023 8038 6800                  f: 023 8038 6808

To view full information click on the link

FIRE AND WATER – A LETHAL COMBINATION FOR CABLES?

Not for the Firebar™ range of Cables!

 Designed to retain its electrical operation after being subjected to fire and the damaging effects of fire fighting water equipment, the Firebar™ range of Cables (tested at the Warrington Fire Global Safety laboratories) has been proven to function after re-burning already fire damaged cable to 1000°C and then subjecting it to full submersion in water!

 Further testing has also been carried out allowing for a single cable to be burnt at 100°C for in excess of four hours whilst sustaining mechanical shocks every 30 seconds, whilst also being ‘drenched’ by a ‘water spray’ device providing 1.2 litres of water per M² per second, again electrical functionality is retained.

 Originally designed for the Offshore, Drilling and Marine environments, certification is awaiting final approval for Onshore environments for use in Oil and Gas Refineries/Storage Units – certification is expected imminently.

 “R&M in the past 18 months have secured significant contracts in partnership with CCI and their innovative Firebar™ range of Cables.  The safety aspects of this cable are second to none – guaranteeing installations 100% safety, when current standards allow for a one in three failure rate!” Andy Baggott (Director)

To watch a DVD of the cable in operation please click on the link below:

www.masterpubblicita.it/firebarenglish2992010.wmv

 or click here for technical information

 For more information or a quote contact our cables division;

e: cables@rm-electrical.com         t: 01179 824402        f: 01179 824406

R&M were privileged to be asked to sponsor the recent Rotary Club Pro-Am Golf Day, which took place on the 25th of May.

This years event was held to support The Rainbow Centre (one of R&M’s chosen charities to support throughout 2012 through the 1 2 3 Decathlon Challenge) and the Romsey Branch of Parkinson’s UK and raised in excess of £5,000!

The event was held at the prestigious Romsey Golf Club and was the 25th successful Pro-Am Golf Day to be held by the Southampton AM Connect Rotary Club.

The day was organised in conjunction with the Hampshire PGA who supplied ranked Hampshire PGA Professionals to play in each team.

The competition itself was limited to 44 teams of one professional golfer and three amateurs, with each team playing 18 holes of golf with the best two scores on each hole counting.

R&M not only sponsored this worth while event but also took the opportunity to take part, and submitted one team coming 5th on the actual day!

“It was a great day for all who took part, and for a worth while cause - the icing on the cake was to come 5th out of 44 teams, we are really pleased with the result!” Steve Cargill (R&M Fixings & Supports director)

The day raised over £5,000 for the chosen charities.  To read official letter please click here

On a bright sunny day, The Rose Road Association was delighted to welcome Bruce Elkins and his Olympic Torch to the Bradbury Centre, where there was a great turnout of families and supporters from Wessex Cancer Trust, Rainbow Centre and Rose Road to welcome him!

Bruce Elkins, Finance Director at CW Fellowes Limited; also known as the co- founder of the 123 Decathlon Challenge was selected to run with the torch through the streets of Southampton, after being nominated for all his dedication and hard work in numerous sporting events and raising money for charities over the past 22 years; in addition to establishing the New Forest Children’s Triathlon 11 years ago, which has encouraged more than 2500 children to take part.

Over 100 people visited to see the torch, meet Bruce and have their picture taken with a piece of sporting history – joining in with the fantastic celebrations!

With the grand opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics just days away, there is still plenty of time for you to get involved with the Decathlon Challenge, which up to now has raised over £50,000 – an amazing achievement, but we are only half way towards our goal of raising £100,000 so now is a great time to show your support and sign up.

The next event is our wonderful athletics in September, kindly sponsored by Peter Cooper Volkswagen Group, where you can take part in the 200m, 800m, long jump and shot putt – plus our fantastic 5k fun run around Southampton Sports Centre after the athletics event, generously being sponsored by Radcliffe & Co, Independent Financial Advisers – giving you the chance to raise money for three great local charities whilst becoming your very own Olympic champion!

http://www.cwfellowes.com/123/events/event/athletics/