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Given the complexities of today's competitive trading environment, Electrical Contractors need all the commercial and technical support they can get in respect of advice, protection and representation.The A.E.C.I. after 50 years registered as a Trade Association
is dedicated to providing such a service.
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Benefits for AECI members
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
5th February 2010
Dear Members,Re: Changes to I.S. 3218:2009 Fire Alarm Detection Systems
AECI have continually questioned the changes to the cable required for Fire Alarm Detection Systems in accordance with the New I.S. 3218:2009 (May 2009). This matter has been of major concern to the Members of our Association, to the Electrical Wholesalers and most of all to the Cable manufacturers.
Specifically the introduction of the requirements of cables to PH 120 has proved extremely difficult in many ways.
We have continually asked the NSAI why the cable required under the I.S 3218:2009 standard should be of such a higher grade than the UK’s BS 5839. The NSAI have recalled the I.S. 3218:2009 committee to investigate the situation regarding PH 120 cable.
A document has been forwarded to us relating to a proposed amendment on the section dealing with cables and it is our opinion that the NSAI will revert to the acceptance of PH 30 cable for normal Fire Alarm Detection Systems and a more enhanced cable (PH 120) for specific installations, i.e. Phased Evacuation, Buildings taller than 30 metres etc.
We will keep you informed as this issue unfolds.
26th January 2010
To all Electrical Contractors,AECI are arranging a further number of 1 Day Seminars (due to a great demand) on the Responsibilities of Electrical Contractors relating to the latest editions of IS:3217 Emergency Lighting and IS:3218 Fire Alarm Detection Systems.
Venues are being confirmed based on demand in specific areas.
If you wish to book a place or need further information, please contact our office on 01-2886499
or reply to our email aeci@indigo.ie
14th January 2010
Dear Members,1. 50th Anniversary of AECI
AECI celebrate 50 years as an Electrical Trade Association continually pushing for more workable solutions for our Members and faced with the disastrous effect of the economy
on our Industry the Association as a strong firm Body is needed more now then ever. We intend to mark the occasion of our 50th Anniversary with a Gala Evening in May 2010 and as the arrangements crystallize further we will inform the entire Electrical Industry.
2. Subscriptions 2010
Again many thanks to those who have paid their Subscription 2010 (which are badly needed) and while we understand fully the poor climate we are all experiencing, please don’t hesitate to contact us at the AECI office if you feel you need to make a staged payment of your Subscriptions. As a reminder you can pay by credit card, bank transfer or cheque. We will even accept cash (sic).
As an incentive we will have another raffle for those Subscriptions paid before the 31st January 2010.
A.E.C.I. offers members a wide-ranging package of technical and business support mechanisms covering issues such as:
- Accountancy Information
- Insurance
- Industrial Relations
- Regular Circulars on Wage Rates, Holidays and technical representation
- Technical Advice & Publications
- Training Courses and Lectures
- Health & Safety at Work - Advice / Guidance / Training
- Problem Solving
- Labour Cost rates build-up Ready Reckoner.
The services and tailored programmes provided by the A.E.C.I. on a continuous basis throughout the year were devised specifically:
- To protect and to promote the commercial interests of electrical contractors
- To identify and develop new opportunities
- To obtain benefits for members in pursuance of their business
- To improve and elevate the technical and general knowledge of electrical contractors
- To ensure that all members benefit from a profitable trading environment
- To provide tailored programmes specific to the Electrical Contractor enabling the running of their business in a profitable manner, also taking into consideration all rules and regulations impacting on their business area.
- To promote excellence in electrical work and honourable practice in the conduct of business.