The Newsletter of Schneider Electric New Zealand November 2007

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More choice for customers from Schneider Electric reorganisation

When Schneider Electric bought PDL seven years ago, they undertook to ensure it remained one of New Zealands iconic brands. The purchase of Clipsal, three years ago, was a major step toward keeping that promise even though that may not have been apparent at the time, as Clipsal continued to run as an independent company. On October 1st this year, Clipsal joined PDL within the Schneider family. The move coincides with the appointment of new Executive General Manager, David Gardner, and the promotion of former Schneider Electric National Sales Manager, Ray Dunn, to the role of General Manager for both the PDL and Clipsal brands. Given the complementary nature of the two brands, the move makes a lot of sense, says Ray. Both brands are well respected, and theres not a lot of overlap in their product range. Bringing them under the same roof means customers can now get access to our whole product portfolio through a single contact. Weve actually grown our technical sales team, which reects the growth of our market. And the efciencies of a single R&D structure for both brands is giving us greater freedom for product development, especially in the automation, data and medical elds. Were also looking at bringing in a wider range of Schneider products for which, until now, we would have had difculty providing sufcient technical support. Will the move see the phasing out of either brand? Just the opposite, says Ray. You talk to electrical contractors and youll quickly nd that many of them are really passionate about one or both brands. We value that loyalty and were determined to grow both brands so that they jointly add up to a complete solution for every situation. Whats more, the add-ons that our customers enjoy, such as Club Clipsal and its monthly newsletter, are also here to stay.
Refer back page of Schneider News for our Clipsal/PDL Sales Team.

Modularity, Flexibility, and Chemical Resistance all combine to get new South Island Dairy Factory up and running
September 2007 saw the completion of the electrical installation at the brand new New Zealand Dairies Ltd factory situated at Studholme, South Canterbury. The $100+ million site ran its rst milk at the end of September and is expected to be fully operational in the rst week of October. Industrial Controls South Canterbury Ltd ran the electrical side of the project, and Dave Stickings, Managing Director, said We selected 56 Series as the product for the project building services due to its outstanding performance over the years, and the range of options available to match our requirements for the project. We have used the white food grade range for all process areas, for its chemical rating and it blends in well. The modular benets of the range were utilised with the distributed power supply units. A total of 35 units were put together on 16 gang enclosures (pictured below), housing the various socket outlets required with dedicated MCB protection, as well as the earth and neutral connections on studded bus bars on a gear tray under the 4 gang lid. In excess of 200 light ttings are supplied using 56 Series 3 pin 10A, and 5 pin 16A plugs and socket outlets. Dave said the idea of this was that it makes servicing so much more straightforward. Fittings are removed in less than a minute for servicing to be undertaken outside the product areas. The key point is the last thing you need is broken glass amongst the product if a lamp is dropped. I know from experience how much of a hassle it is to service xed wired lighting in an industrial/processing environment. Hours can be wasted. A great deal of planning went into the facility, and the foresight used by Industrial Controls SC Ltd was outstanding, and that combined with product selection available within the 56 Series led to a rst class solution for NZ Dairies Ltd. Stickings concluded, I believe the units will give a great service for the years to come.

For more information contact Customer Care on 0800 652 999 or visit our website www.pdl.co.nz

OUT NOW
Prisma Plus Pack, Medium Voltage Panorama & Himel Brochure are available now Please contact Customer Care on 0800 652 999 for your copy.
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One reference, one product, one solution

Schneider Electric has simplied life for electrical contractors and wholesalers with the release of a streamlined ordering system for its popular Prisma Pack Distribution Boards.
Until now, contractors have had to designon-the-y and mentally congure the various components for a distribution board when ordering, taking care to provide the correct part numbers for the different components, and then assembling it. Today, theyre able to order a selection of pre-assembled boards containing all the components using one part number. And because the boards are fully assembled with all the required components, installation is easier, neater and much faster. The boards suit different applications and are designed for large houses and commercial applications. Schneider Electrics National Business Development Manager, Brian Hughes, says while an easy-to-order, off-the-shelf distribution board is primarily about making life easier for contractors and wholesalers, its also a response to the changing wiring requirements in modern houses. Increasingly, modern houses are being equipped with home automation systems which typically include underoor heating, mood lighting and security features. With our new Prisma Pack Boards, those options are catered for with wider din rails and ample wiring space in the boards. Previously, a contractor using a catalogue would have been confronted with an array of part numbers and choices in an attempt to congure a complicated board. And then someone would have to assemble it. Now, all he has to do is select a distribution board based on the size of the house and the number of ways and din rails and order it with a single part number. The Prisma Pack Boards are available in ve different sizes ranging from 2 to 6 rows, and 48 to 144 ways. Each is available with a metal or a glass door. They are rated to 160 amps (three phase) and 100 amps (single phase) and have IP30 protection. And with the growing trend to sophisticated home automation technology, C-Bus automation products can be easily installed.

Ease of installation and good looks

With the removal of just four screws, the side panels of the boards can be removed, allowing unhindered access for the electrician during installation, says Ross de Bueger (Schneider Electrics Switchboard Systems Product Manager). Neutral bars are positioned below each din rail which associates each neutral connection with its corresponding active phase and device; there is also plenty of depth beneath the din rail, making for easier wiring. With good aesthetics, Prisma switchboards can be installed anywhere. Feedback from contractors who have used the new system has been overwhelmingly positive. All the drama has been removed from ordering a distribution board, says Kevin Rasmussen (Hamiltons Rasmussen Electrical). Where I previously had to try and congure a board in my head and take care to get all the component numbers correct now I simply cite a single part number. Its dead easy. For example, model DBPS48G stands for: Distribution Board Prima Surface 48 way. So it can take 48 circuit breakers. The G signies its a glass door rather than a metal door. And because its pre-assembled, I dont have to ddle around putting it all together. Installation is much faster and its fully adaptable. Im keen, for example, to t meters into the board that would be really easy to do. Its a great system.

Prisma Pack Features

c New, single ordering code for a fully assembled distribution board. c Metal case, available in ve different sizes ranging from 2 to 6 rows, 48 to 144 ways. c Rated to 160 amps (three phase), 100 amps (single phase), 10 kA, IP30. c Supplied with Multi 9, 24-way 100 amp single phase insulated comb bars and insulated connectors to connect cables up to 25mm2, neutral and earth bars, circuit labels, MEN link and earth tag. c Choice between metal or glass door. Door can be mounted for left or right hand opening. Simple hinge pin allows easy assembly and removal for the electrician. c Ample wiring room with 60mm between DIN rails and back plate, 40mm between neutral bars and back plate.
For more information about the Prisma Pack Boards, contact your local Schneider Electric Sales Representative or Customer Care on 0800 652 999.

We are ready again. Are you?

In 2003 we were rst with a solution, and now in 2007 we are prepared again

November 2007 sees the proposed release of the next edition of the Wiring Rules: AS/NZS 3000:2007 A key change stipulates the use of a minimum of two* RCDs at the switchboard, and that each RCD shall have a maximum of three nal subcircuits off it (see below for details).

PDL Superboards MACH3:

Stage 1 December 20077

Production underway on revamped boards to suit the new Wiring Rules

Stage 1 new Neutral & Earth bar layout to suit new wiring conditions which will roll into the market from December. Other changes include:
c Updated circuit labelling sheets c Updated accessory packs

Stage 2 Quarter 2 2008

Bigger and better 45 Way & 60 Way boards more wiring space, improved doors, and set-up for new Wiring Rules

c The availability of the DBF3 3 way shrouded

neutral splitter bar providing another option during the transition.

Note: Image has DBF30 cover section removed for illustration purposes only

Stage 3 Quarter 4 2008

Watch this space more info in 2008

Helpful hint: To help communication with homeowners in the event of an RCD tripping we recommend installing in sequences of an RCD and 3 x MCBs alongside it

New AS/NZS3000:2007 2.6.2.4 Arrangement

Where additional protection of nal subcircuits is required in accordance with Clause 2.6.3, the nal subcircuits shall be arranged as follows: (a) Not more than three nal subcircuits shall be protected by any one RCD; and (b) Where (i) the number of RCDs installed exceeds one; and (ii) more than one lighting circuit is installed, the lighting circuits shall be distributed between RCDs. (c) In domestic installations having more than one nal subcircuit, a minimum of 2 RCDs shall be installed. Note: These arrangements are intended to minimise the impact of the operation of a single RCD.
Reproduced from pre-publication draft of AS/NZS 3000:2007 with the permission of Standards New Zealand under Licence 000682 * A minimum of 2 RCDs if there is more than 1 nal subcircuit

For more information, please contact Customer Care on 0800 652 999 or visit our website www.pdl.co.nz

Turning decay into prot

A Schneider Electric control system has helped to bring a pioneering energy-saving project in Christchurch to fruition. Using methane gas from a decaying landll to heat a nearby swimming pool complex, the project has environmental as well as bottom line benets. Burwood Landll had been Christchurchs main solid waste rubbish disposal facility for many decades. Years after it was closed and capped, investigations by the Christchurch City Council showed that the dumps decaying organic matter was producing methane gas in commercially viable quantities an equivalent thermal energy of 4.5MW. Rather than simply burning off the gas, the Council elected to use it to re an existing boiler at the QEII sports complex 3.6km from the landll. The boiler provides heat for a large pool, showers and the airconditioning. In addition, the gas would be used to generate electricity in a new 230kW cogeneration plant, with the engines waste heat captured for further use. LPG was previously used to re the boiler, and the switch to methane will not only reduce the Councils greenhouse gas emissions by some 200,000 tonnes over the next ve years, but will also save it more than $500,000 per year in LPG costs. UK company Uniare was responsible for the engineering and design of a turnkey plant to treat the landll gas and pipe it to the QEII facility. A local team of contractors (Beca Consulting, Energy Initiative, Engineering North Canterbury, Bartlett Electrical Company and electrical engineer Andrew Hayward), installed and commissioned the plant. Fifteen wells were sunk at the landll, and a fan draws the gas from them at a rate of 1000m3 per hour. After the gas is chilled (to remove any condensate), its compressed and pumped along the 3.6km pipeline to the QEII facility.

Communication & Control

Maintaining the correct pressure and ow of the gas through the pipeline is fundamental to the success of the project. QEIIs demand for gas varies according to weather conditions, and the more gas it draws, the greater the pressure drop in the pipeline. The system automatically adjusts to any uctuations in gas demand, says Hayward, thanks to the use of Quantum PLCs, Altivar 61 variable speed drives and a radio link. The Altivar drives are connected to two compressors at the treatment plant, and the drives communicate (via a Modbus link) with a Quantum PLC. This PLC talks (via the radio link) to a second Quantum PLC at the QEII facility. Gas pressure at QEII is constantly relayed back to the treatment plant via the two PLCs and the radio link. The QEII pressure is continuously controlled by adjusting the speed of the variable speed drives taking into account the QEII and treatment plant gas pressures. In this way, says Hayward, gas pressure remains steady. PLCs communicating with the Altivars and the compressors offer a very cost-efcient operation. Compressor speeds are managed to precisely meet the demand from QEII, which at present requires only one of the two compressors to be running. Hayward says most of the Schneider Electric components were pre-assembled

overseas by Uniare and connected locally by Bartlett Electrical. My job was site commissioning and ne-tuning the programme, adapting it to the specic application. Id worked with the Unity programming software previously its very intuitive so it was a relatively painless commissioning process. As well as relaying pressure data back from QEII, the Quantum PLC at the treatment plant controls all functional and safety aspects. The plants status and alarm conditions are monitored constantly and relayed to QEII, says Hayward, and the Quantum PLC at QEII is linked to the facilitys Building Management System (BMS). That, in turn, is connected to the City Council network, which means Council crews can remotely monitor and interrogate the gas plant and the system. Its a very neat solution. The pipeline was ofcially opened by Prime Minister Helen Clark earlier this year. For more information, contact Customer Care on 0800 652 999 or visit our website www.schneider-electric.co.nz

AUTOMATION Product Update

Magelis XBT RT 500 Semi-graphic Touch Terminals
Main features Trade price $600
c Character size up to height 16 mm c Large format 3.9 touch screen displays up to 10 lines of 33 characters c 12 keys, 10 of which are customisable and congurable using 3 sets of labels c Congurable matrix touchpad: 11 x 5 cells c 5V DC power supply provided by PLC serial link c Communication: v RJ45 connector: RS485-RS232C signals v Modbus-Unitelway protocols

Magelis XBT RT Vijeo Designer Lite Starter Kit

Trade price $680
This kit contains one of each: c XBTRT500 Semi-graphic terminal c USB transfer cable c Vijeo Designer Lite

Vijeo Designer 4.6

c Support for USB peripheral devices (memory stick, keyboard, mouse)

Vijeo Designer Lite

c A look & feel similar to Vijeo Designer c Support for all current XBTN/R

Main features of Version V4.6

c Display of JPEG images on XBTGT/XBTGK terminals c Support for the following Schneider Electric PLC I/O (%I, %Q) c Support for the new platforms launching Q1 2008 c Web Gate

c Support for DeviceNet Slave on XBTGT2xxx+/XBTGK

For further information contact Customer Care on freephone: 0800 652 999, freefax: 0800 101 152 email: sales@nz.schneider-electric.com or visit our website www.schneider-electric.co.nz

G G IN IN M M O C N N O O O O S S

Main features of Version V1.1

c Support of new XBT RT Optimum version c Support background bitmap c Support precongured buttons and lamps c Support bar graph and simple trend c Library of pictograms, automatism symbols

c Schneider protocols for XBT N/R/RT and third party (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Rockwell, and Omron) for XBT N/R only c Static Link with Schneider PLC Database: TwidoSoft, PL7, Concept c Simulator off-line

W W E E N N N N IO IO S S R R E E V V

AUTOMATION Product Update

Advantys STB
New Part Numbers for Kits
An addition to Advantys STB part numbers now allows for modules to be ordered together with their corresponding base and connectors. Detailed descriptions and part numbers are in version 6.2 of the Automation Price List.

Advantys Conguration SoftwareV3.0

c I/O Image Optimisation: With this new feature, it is now possible to optimise the I/O image created by the STB island. A number of STB modules provide diagnostic information in the form of status or echo objects. The user can now disable some information from the I/O image which can result in optimised process image. This feature also allows you to include additional information in the process image which is not included by default. For example, drive torque from the ATV71 drive connected on the CANopen extension. c More Export Formats: Advantys Software now provides more options for exporting information into other software packages. These include DCF format for M340 CANopen, GSD les for Probus. c Improved CANopen I/O Image Overview: The I/O Image Overview as well as the animation has been improved.

Advantys STB Extended Operating Temperature Range -25 to +70oC

The Operating Temperature Range for selected Advantys products has been extended to enable Advantys STB I/O to be used in applications that are exposed to very high or low temperatures.

Unity Utilities
Unity Pro compatibility tool to downgrade source les
This tool converts the XEF les generated with Unity Pro V3.0 into XEF les compatible with Unity Pro V2.3 or former versions. This conversion improves backward compatibility. Note: The original XEF les are not necessarily generated by Unity Pro V3.0.

ConneXview 2.0
Introducing ConneXview 2.0
A powerful and user friendly diagnostic software tool for industrial Ethernet networks that: c Automatically discovers networks and devices c Provides a visual map of the network topology c Lets you monitor the health of your network and prevent issues before they happen c Will notify you of problems by email or text c Supports Schneider and non-Schneider equipment c Can be used as single install or client / server. Contact us for a demo copy of ConneXview V2.0.

Save Restore Data tool

After a PC -> PLC transfer (download) of an application that has been modied by Unity Pro, this tool is used to restart the PLC with the current values of the application variables before modication. The tool operates on the located and unlocated variables. This tool can be used from Unity Pro version V2.2 onwards.

For further information contact Customer Care on freephone: 0800 652 999, freefax: 0800 101 152 email: sales@nz.schneider-electric.com or visit our website www.schneider-electric.co.nz

Customer satisfaction the focus

Schneider Electric Engineered Services, operating nationwide, continues to make value and excellence the two dening terms for its preventative maintenance and timely repair solutions available to customers nationwide.
Electric Engineered Services that he thought multiple Telemecanique ATV71 VSDs had suffered damaged from an external wiring fault. To add insult to injury Production were demanding the plant be operational by the next day (Saturday). The call was received at approximately 7pm via Schneider Electrics 24/7 emergency support line. With service coordination and Auckland warehouse staff support, Engineered Services had a number of VSDs and parts on a courier and away to site that same Friday night. The site was provided with freight tracking information as it came to hand and by 11.30pm that night Engineered Services had conrmed the ETA of all the items arriving at Nelson airport the next morning. The items would be onsite well before midday, ready for installation. The items were received on time and the plant was up and running the next day as required. Our customer was very appreciative of the support and quality of service provided, commenting that it was far beyond what we see from many other suppliers these days! Well done the Schneider services and logistics team! Engineered Services is now offering support for non-Schneider products. With its vast experience in VSDs and with a top-class load testing facility available at its Napier Service Centre, Engineered Services will now provide both testing and servicing of Schneider, PDL and nonSchneider VSDs. It makes sense to fully utilise this facility, which not only houses top drive service technicians but also the international support centre with their vast experience and application knowledge, says Mark Sweeney, National Services Manager. Engineered Services was formed around the core of the PDL drives services team and in recent times has been expanding to provide a broader range of services. Schneider, being a leading supplier of ACBs in New Zealand with the Merlin Gerin range, now offers testing of these units as well as upgrades and retrot products through the Engineered Services team. Service Contract clients can now access their service records from the Schneider service website. This gives them information on their installed base of equipment, equipment settings and service reports. The Web-based service also attaches relevant information about equipment to a graphic representation of the electrical network. By broadening its range of services and using the wealth of skills and knowledge available, Schneider Electric New Zealand and its international support network, Schneider Electric Engineered Services is able to offer clients an increasingly sophisticated level of service. This ensures value and excellence in service delivery is a driving force for Schneider Electric Engineered Services. Schneider Electrics After Hours Service is available Nationwide 24/7, 365 days a year on 0800 472 463.

Schneider Electric Engineered Services interfaces with the Sales, Technical support and logistics teams to ensure customer sites are kept operational. This is accomplished by consistently exceeding customer expectations for performance and support. When a Schneider product is returned for repair or servicing (such as Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs), or Power Factor Correction (PFCs)), customer satisfaction is always the primary focus. Schneider Electrics objective is to provide continuous improvement through customer feedback, and the Engineered Services Helpdesk function plays a pivotal role in achieving this objective, ultimately delivering better support and focused solutions. Over the past few years, Schneider Electric Engineered Services has visited hundreds of customer sites throughout New Zealand for Product repair. As its planned preventative maintenance contracts and recommended initiatives are adopted, a company can notice a marked decline in operational and production failures, ensuring the minimisation of downtime, production losses and emergency support requirements. However, Schneider Electric is always ready for emergencies a recent incident through the 24/7 helpline is just one example. One Friday night, a South Island onsite contractor advised Schneider

Intelligent Metering Solutions

With the drive to reduce power costs and increase power quality now reaching industrial sites and commercial enterprises up and down the country, how do you work out where to target?
Knowing where, when and how your business uses power is the vital rst step in achieving signicant power savings, says Quasar Systems Keith Hitchings, and this begins with the installation of an integrated metering solution. Meter distributors and integration specialists Quasar Systems Ltd has been helping businesses manage power quality issues and identify and achieve energy savings targets for more than 15 years. Hitchings says while power companies have invested in intelligent metering solutions for many years, small and medium-sized enterprises can also benet from the greater breadth of power meter monitoring options to help manage their energy spend. Each problem has a commercial implication and a cost factor. Smart operators know this and use meters to safeguard their investment in plant automation. To better assist businesses benet from tailored metering solutions Quasar Systems has consolidated its arrangements with meter supplier Schneider Electric and broadened the range and type of meters it offers. In 2005 Schneider Electric purchased Canadian electronics manufacturer Power Measurement Ltd and acquired its top-end ION range of meters to add to its own PowerLogic range. Quasar has represented ION in New Zealand for 15 years and now has the benet of local supply to expand its sales and engineering services along with the inclusion of Schneiders PowerLogic range in its line-up. This follows the integration of high-end ION-branded revenue meters within Schneider Electrics own PowerLogic meter range. Schneider Electric marketing manager (Automation and Power) Paul Stephens says Schneider has absorbed Power Measurements operation within Schneider Electrics business framework but retained the ION brand on its products which are now a leading part of its PowerLogic offer. Stephens says Quasar will retain its status as Schneiders preferred systems integrator for high-end ION metering solutions. Large industrial and manufacturing plants like Fletcher Steel and Fisher & Paykel know the value of real-time metering and rely on it to manage every aspect of energy use across a wide variety of cost centres. Smaller plants can benet just the same. But revenue metering is only one area where cost savings can be achieved. Metering is also commonly used to monitor the full range of a plants vital power signs. These include over-current and power spikes, voltage interference and irregularities, harmonics and power factor imbalance. Quasar will continue to service the utilities sector and large industrial clients, and they now have full access to Schneider Electrics PowerLogic range of meters. But, in taking PowerLogic to market under its own banner, Schneider is also offering ION engineered solutions with Quasar providing integration, where necessary. This effectively creates a second channel to market for the expanded PowerLogic range, but well be concentrating more on marketing and distributing the PowerLogic range to switchboard builders and through electrical wholesalers. We will also help Quasar grow its business in the commercial, manufacturing and lightindustrial sectors, says Stephens. Hitchings says gaining access to the full PowerLogic range with the technical backing of Schneider creates a valuable opportunity to diversify and expand its business. We are now offering customers metering options across a much broader range of applications. Together weve established a pathway for both companies to work collaboratively on large multi-faceted projects. While this is new territory for both businesses it offers a big win for customers and were looking forward to it. Stephens says ION technology offers Schneider customers an enhanced, compatible and expanding breadth of capabilities and support. Bringing ION under the Power Logic brand has effectively created the worlds largest unied offering of intelligent metering solutions addressing energy cost, energy efciency, power quality and reliability.

Keith Hitchings from Quasar and Paul Stephens from Schneider Electric signing the agreement.

WHATS NEW FROM Schneider Electric

Phaseo Universal Power Supplies
Performance and service for your automated systems
A new generation of regulated switch mode power supplies for single and three-phase networks delivering 3A to 40A. Their externally wide operating range and their integration of a large number of new functions make them the new reference in universal power supply.

Universal Dimmer Module

854M
These advanced 450W dimmer modules feature automatic load type sensing, which allows them to self-adjust to either leading or trailing edge applications. Compatible with all PDL Strato, Modena, and Modena Vertical grid plates, the modules have a soft start feature to prolong lamp life, and are even suitable for controlling small motor loads such as some ceiling sweep fans or exhaust fans. c Suitable for incandescent or 230V halogen lighting, plus ELV halogens on electronic or wirewound transformers c High levels of protection built in v two levels of thermal overload protection v short circuit protection that enables the dimmer to withstand a dead short condition v EMC immunity and surge handling fully compliant to IEC 60669-2 c Available in black and white colour options.

Integrated features
c Power boost 50% additional current for 4 seconds c Single phase modules 2-wire connection Neutral/Phase or Phase/Phase thanks to wide voltage range 110-500V c Integrated Relay and LED diagnostics for monitoring c PFC Filter Conforms to IEC/EN 61000-3-2 c Supports Parallel and Series wiring for doubling current or voltage.

Worldwide range
c 3A-10A, 100-500V neutral/phase or phase/phase c 20A, 100-240V, single phase c 20A, 40A, 380-500V, three phase c Conforms to UL, CSA, CE and CTick Certications.

Push Button Switch Modules

681MT16 & 681MT10PB
The new push button switch modules for 600 Series provide an upmarket option for either home or ofce with their uniquely different look and action, while maintaining the same reliable electrical functionality as PDLs traditional rocker switches. Available with either latching action for conventional installations, or momentary action for easy integration into automation or lighting control systems. Features: c Optional blue LED indicator included. Can be wired as a locator or switching indicator c Latching version rated at 250VAC 16AX c Momentary version rated at 250VAC 10AX; 24VDC 10A c PowerHead terminal screws for easier installation.

Varset
fully assembled automatic power factor correction (APFC)
c We specialise in research, design and manufacturing of pollution control and reactive energy correction systems for any electrical network c We are proud of our solutions delivering efcient electric power, available at competitive prices.

+ Efciency + Availability + Savings

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Intellisys Show Home

Gulf Harbour
C-Bus Control and Management technology and quality, containing features of new-age systems and opulent accessories.
Nestled on the edge of a cliff, this home incorporates stunning ocean landscapes, spectacular scenery and cutting edge technology and design to create a sophisticated and yet simplied style of living. A concept over four years in the making, every product and material used in the house was extensively researched and carefully selected. The owner and founder of Intellisys Ltd, Des Dass and his son Rohan managed and planned the project personally, spending two long years researching and designing their new home, which then took another two years to build. This house project was designed and built to serve both as a luxury home and a showcase for their automation and integration business, Intellisys Ltd. So it is no surprise that the house is loaded with many highly functional and centralised controls to ensure an unsurpassed level of security, comfort and management. The house contains 148 C-Bus controlled electrical circuits, and features motorised blinds, six-zone irrigation system, multi-zone underoor heating, fully integrated security system including central locking, a heated pool and spa, multi-room audio, high denition video and a home theatre system, all of which can be controlled via C-Bus. The C-Bus Colour Touch Screen (complete with logic functions) has been used to create many clever scenes and schedules regular automated occurrences, dependent on issues such as time, date, or other sensor readings. One important schedule controls the electric blinds. As the house features many large glass areas to take full advantage of the spectacular views, sun strike tends to be an issue mid-afternoon. To remove this annoyance and protect their beautiful home from sun fading, the blinds have been set to lower in the affected areas at the appropriate time. The blinds will then remain closed until the following morning, when they will automatically raise themselves again. Another clever feature, operated from the Colour Touch Screen or locally at the Saturn key inputs, is the central locking system. A plan of the entire house and all exterior doors can be viewed from the colour touch

screen, showing which areas are locked or unlocked at any given time. With a simple screen press, the entire house can be secured, or the gate and entrance door can be unlocked for guests about to arrive. In the generous living and outdoor entertainment areas, numerous scenes have been set up on the Saturn DLT key inputs, such as a party scene or dinner scene, plus quieter scenes for reading or relaxing. These scenes turn on or dim down the appropriate lighting, as well as the water feature in the entranceway (complete with its own feature lighting sequences) or even the gas replaces at either end of the living area. These scenes are complemented by Windows Media Centre, controlling the music and entertainment all conveniently from the C-Bus Touch Screens, DLTs and other universal hand-held remote controls. The crowning glory of the house, though, would have to be the spectacular home theatre room. Featuring a sophisticated Hi Denition LCOS projection system and comfortable leather armchairs on raised levels, the state-of-the-art 9.2 surround sound system ensures a memorable experience when watching movies, accompanied by the motion-master moving seats which capture every movement experienced on the screen.

Operated from the local Touch Screen or a convenient hand-held remote control, at the press of a button the start-up scene commences the blinds lower, a fascinating lighting sequence plays around the room while the selected DVD loads, and the projector and amplier turn on as the main lighting dims down. Further integration by Intellisys allows the control and surveillance of the house via the Internet or a touch-tone phone, from anywhere in the world. This was specically developed as a great option for homeowners who travel a lot or own holiday/weekend homes. The house and the C-Bus system have been carefully designed and implemented for ultimate enjoyment and ease of use. From the basic use of sensors to turn on lighting automatically when you enter hallway, to the complex scheduling and scenes for entertaining, its easy to take for granted the convenience of an automated home. Intellisys Ltd is an Authorised C-Bus Installer and is currently involved in the design, programming, project management and installation of many residential and commercial projects around New Zealand. Des and Rohan can be contacted at Ph (09)-4284880 or consulting@intellisys.co.nz

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Clipsal/PDL Sales Team

General Manager ISC Ray Dunn 021 225 8701

National Business Development Manager Auckland BJ Hughes 021 225 8702

Northern Region Sales Manager ISC Auckland Mark Whorwood 021 225 8706 Project Sales Manager Auckland Danny Garvin 021 225 8711 Project Sales Manager Auckland Jeremy Carter 021 904 157 Sales Representative Auckland Glenn Newman 021 225 8709 Sales Representative Auckland Paul Borawski 021 225 8713 Sales Representative Auckland Dennis Teleiai 021 225 8707 Sales Representative Auckland Garth Rae 021 676 077 Sales Representative Whangarei Greg Doar 021 225 8712

WAI/BOP Region Sales Manager ISC Hamilton Nick Hill 027 550 6411 Project Sales Manager Waikato / BOP Che King 021 225 8884 Sales Representative Waikato Robert Fensham 021 225 8717 Sales Engineer CIS/Data Waikato / BOP Kerry Ross 021 321 839 Sales Representative BOP Kelvin Hart 021 225 8719

Central Region Sales Manager ISC Wgtn Steve Hodder 021 225 8722 Project Sales Manager Wgtn Doug Gillanders 021 225 8726 Sales Representative Wgtn Phil Watson 021 225 8723 Sales Representative Wgtn TBA Sales Representative P. North Grant Wedlock 021 225 8727 Sales Representative Napier Robin Hewitt 021 225 8724 Sales Engineer CIS/Data Wellington Kevern Oliver 021 225 8728

Southern Region Sales Manager ISC Chch Garth Meiring 021 662 615 Project Sales Manager Chch Bevan Tillard 021 225 8736 Project Sales Manager Chch Rhys Jamieson 021 749 757 Sales Representative Chch Greg Ruffell 021 225 8733 Sales Representative Chch Ian Kimpton 021 568 992 Sales Representative Dunedin/INV Dave Nelson 021 225 8734 Sales Representative Dunedin/Central Otago Gary Gill 021 749 749 Sales Engineer CIS/Data Christchurch Chris Williams 021 355 139 Sales Representative Nelson Steve Johnson 021 225 8737

Schneider Electric products are available through electrical wholesalers New Zealand wide. Schneider Electric (NZ) Ltd (Head Ofce) 14 Charann Place, Avondale Auckland 1026 PO Box 15 355, New Lynn Waitakere 0640 Tel: 09 829 0490 Fax: 09 829 0491 For Customer Care Freecall 0800 652 999, freefax 0800 101 152 Email orders to sales@nz.schneider-electric.com Online product detail download from www.schneider-electric.co.nz or www.pdl.co.nz

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