Month: June 2026

Contactum are set to introduce their latest addition to circuit protection: the new Type 2 Compact Surge Protection Device (SPD) range, designed specifically for use with Defender 2.0 consumer units and Defender B Boards.

Developed to meet the evolving demands of modern electrical installations, the Compact SPD range delivers high-performance protection against transient overvoltages while addressing one of the industry’s key challenges – limited space within distribution boards. By significantly reducing the footprint of the SPD, the new design enables more efficient use of available space without compromising safety or performance.

This provides greater flexibility for installers, particularly in domestic environments where additional circuits and emerging technologies are increasingly being integrated into consumer units. In commercial and industrial settings, where system complexity and load demands are higher, the compact design supports more streamlined board layouts and the delivery of compliant, space-conscious systems.

Despite its reduced size, the Type 2 Compact SPD range has been engineered to deliver the same level of protection expected from traditional devices, ensuring installations remain fully safeguarded against transient overvoltages.

The launch aligns with recent updates in industry guidance, including BEAMA recommendations and manufacturers’ instructions, which clarify installation practices for SPDs in domestic applications. Under defined conditions, it is now permissible to omit a dedicated Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB), with protection instead provided via the Distribution Network Operator fuse. Contactum’s Compact SPD for Defender 2.0 consumer units has been designed in line with this guidance, enabling a more streamlined configuration while maintaining full compliance and safety.

Alan Broom, Technical Manager at Contactum said: “The way electrical installations are designed is changing, with increasing pressure to maximise space without compromising safety. Our new Compact SPD range has been developed to meet that need, delivering trusted protection in a smaller format that supports faster installation and greater flexibility for both domestic and commercial applications.”

For Defender B Boards, the introduction of compact SPD solutions further supports efficient and reliable system design in commercial and industrial projects, where continuity of operation is critical.

As electrical systems continue to grow in complexity, the importance of reliable, standards-compliant protection remains paramount. The new Compact SPD range reflects Contactum’s ongoing commitment to delivering solutions that combine safety, performance and practicality for modern installations.

Dialight (LSE: DIA), the global leader in industrial and hazardous‑location LED lighting, is proud to announce its participation in the 2026 Energy Projects Conference & Expo (EPC Show), taking place June 16–17, 2026 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. The EPC Show is the world’s largest gathering for energy project professionals, bringing together 7,000–10,000+ attendees, 400+ exhibitors, and five industry‑leading conferences under one roof.

Dialight will be onsite to highlight its latest high‑performance LED lighting solutions engineered for demanding environments including Oil & Gas, Petrochem, Mining, Power Generation, as well as Emerging Energy Projects. The company’s technology is designed to deliver unmatched durability, safety, and efficiency in the harshest industrial environments.

Visitors will have the opportunity to meet with Dialight’s experienced team of industry specialists, including Ben Myer, Global VP of Sales Enablement, Bryan White, Director of Sales, Justin Casey, Director of Strategic Accounts, Mark Edgar, Director of Strategic Accounts, Branson Hall, Field Specialist, and Tom Amador, Regional Sales Manager, FAA Obstruction Lighting.

Together, the team will be available to discuss project requirements, review lighting challenges, and help EPCs, owner/operators, and engineering teams identify the ideal lighting solutions to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

The EPC Show is recognized as the premier meeting place for project owners, operators, EPC firms, and solution providers across the full energy project lifecycle — from engineering and construction to commissioning, operations, and maintenance. The 2026 program features 250+ speakers, including senior leaders from ExxonMobil, McDermott, Bechtel, Honeywell, Technip Energies, Kiewit, and the U.S. Department of Energy.

“Dialight is excited to join the EPC community at this year’s show,” said Steve Blair, CEO of Dialight. “Major energy projects demand lighting solutions that can withstand extreme conditions while supporting safety, uptime, and long‑term performance. The EPC Show provides an invaluable opportunity for us to connect directly with project leaders and demonstrate how our technology can help them achieve their operational goals.”

For more information about Dialight’s industrial LED lighting solutions, visit www.dialight.com.

Across the UK, street lighting lanterns can often remain structurally viable for
decades. Yet as Local Authorities transition to LED, existing lanterns are still
frequently replaced as part of upgrade programmes.

To help determine the most appropriate upgrade path, Acrospire is offering a lantern
appraisal service, allowing councils and contractors to submit existing lantern
samples for engineering assessment and retrofit suitability guidance. The service
supports the company’s wider promotion of retrofit as a practical, lower-disruption
alternative for modernising existing lighting assets without unnecessary replacement.
Built around the message “Upgrade your lighting, not your lanterns”, Acrospire’s
retrofit solutions upgrade the internal lighting components within existing housings,
allowing structurally sound assets to remain in service while benefiting from modern
LED performance.

Suitable for both functional and decorative lighting stock, the retrofit range includes
LED gear trays and full optic assemblies with replacement bowls, helping councils
improve energy efficiency, reduce material waste and extend asset life while
preserving the appearance of existing schemes.

In many applications, retrofit installations can completed in under 10 minutes per
lantern, helping minimise disruption, traffic management requirements and
programme delays. The solutions are also compatible with a wide range of
commonly installed lanterns, including heritage ranges.

The approach is already being deployed within the London Borough of Waltham
Forest, where approximately 500 locally loved lanterns are being upgraded through a
borough-wide retrofit programme designed to retain the character of existing lighting
while reducing energy consumption and maintenance requirements.
“In many cases, existing lanterns still have years of structural life remaining, making
retrofit a viable option for LED upgrades,” said Tim Barker, Managing Director at
Acrospire.

“However, every scheme is different. Some assets are well suited to retrofit, while
others may be better suited to full replacement depending on condition, performance
requirements and long-term maintenance considerations.

“That’s why we encourage Local Authorities and contractors to involve our engineers
early in the process. By assessing the existing lantern stock, we can help determine
the most practical and cost-effective approach for each project.”
Acrospire’s retrofit solutions are designed for Local Authorities seeking a faster,
lower-risk alternative to full lantern replacement as part of wider LED upgrade
programmes.

Have existing lantern stock you’re considering upgrading? Acrospire can assess
retrofit suitability and provide guidance on the most appropriate approach. Where
lantern bodies remain in good structural condition, retrofit can offer a lower-carbon,
lower-disruption route to LED upgrades. https://acrospire.co/get-in-touch/

At the heart of London’s Docklands, Global Switch London East forms part of one of Europe’s most
connected digital infrastructure campuses. Designed to support high-performance computing, AI
deployments and advanced liquid cooling technologies, the facility continues to evolve through a
phased refurbishment programme focused on flexibility, efficiency and resilience.

Zumtobel was appointed to deliver a comprehensive lighting solution spanning multiple floors of the
building, including data halls, plant areas and a pioneering liquid cooling demonstration suite. The
project highlights the role of adaptable lighting infrastructure within mission-critical environments
where performance, reliability and flexibility are essential.

Global Switch’s London campus is undergoing continuous redevelopment to accommodate the rising
demands of AI and high-performance computing. As part of this programme, refurbished floors
required lighting capable of supporting operational safety, visual clarity at rack level and long-term
energy efficiency.

The project brought together multiple consultants and stakeholders across different phases,
including Hilson Moran, Burns & McDonnell and AFK Studios, with Datalec Precision Installations
(DPI) responsible for installation. Coordinating design intent across eleven floors while maintaining
consistency and programme alignment presented a significant logistical challenge.

Collaboration supporting phased delivery

Zumtobel’s nationwide project team worked closely with consultants, contractor and client
representatives to ensure a cohesive approach across each stage of the refurbishment. Clear
communication and a shared understanding of operational requirements allowed the lighting strategy
to evolve alongside the building programme while maintaining consistency across floors.
Ken Knight, Head of Data Centres – UK & Ireland, Zumtobel Group, comments:
“Data centre environments place very specific demands on lighting, from vertical illuminance at rack
level to reliability and energy efficiency. Our role was to translate those requirements into a scalable solution that could be implemented across multiple floors while supporting Global Switch’s ongoing expansion and innovation strategy.”

A flexible lighting platform for data-driven environments

The final solution combined robust industrial luminaires, advanced emergency systems and
intelligent controls to meet the operational demands of a high-density data centre.
TECTON continuous-row lighting formed the backbone of the data hall installation, delivering precise
vertical illuminance on rack frontals through split-lens optics. This approach enhances visibility for
maintenance and operational tasks while avoiding unnecessary light spill onto circulation areas.
TECTON with RESCLITE PRO emergency luminaires were integrated with the eBOX monitoring
platform, providing a self-testing and self-reporting emergency solution aligned with the reliability
expectations of mission-critical facilities.
Across plant areas, offices and shared spaces, AMPHIBIA luminaires were selected for their
durability and IK-rated performance, ensuring resilience in technically demanding environments.

ECOSIGN emergency signage supported safe navigation, while the LITECOM lighting management
system enables centralised monitoring and control across all luminaires.
As the refurbishment progresses, TECTON II is planned for levels eight and nine. Its plug-and-play
architecture supports faster installation, with independent installer studies showing average
installation speeds of up to 70% faster than comparable systems, helping streamline delivery across
future phases.
Matt Perrier Flint, Director UK & Ireland, DPI, comments: “Delivering a project of this scale required close coordination between all parties. The modular design of the Zumtobel lighting system
simplified installation and helped maintain programme certainty, while the collaborative approach
ensured that technical requirements were clearly understood at every stage.”

Supporting innovation in the liquid cooling suite

Level ten houses Global Switch’s liquid cooling demonstration suite, showcasing a full breadth of the
latest technologies designed to enable the most powerful chips to operate with greater efficiency and
at higher densities. Designed by AFK Studios, the space was developed in collaboration with project
partner JPR in developing the lighting solution to complement the technical environment while
maintaining clarity and operational safety.

The scheme illustrates how adaptable lighting infrastructure can support evolving digital technologies
and demonstration environments without compromising efficiency or maintainability.

Measurable benefits across performance and operations

The upgraded lighting delivers a range of operational advantages for Global Switch:
 Improved vertical illuminance supporting safe and efficient rack maintenance
 Reduced energy consumption through LED technology and intelligent controls
 Simplified installation and future adaptability via modular TECTON architecture
 Self-monitoring emergency lighting enhancing reliability and compliance
 Durable luminaires suited to plant and technical environments

Together, these improvements provide a consistent lighting platform capable of evolving alongside
the campus’s ongoing densification and technology development.
Derek Allen, Group Operations Director at Global Switch, comments: “Across our global portfolio, operational resilience and flexibility are fundamental. The lighting strategy implemented at ourLondon data centre supports safe, efficient operations while giving us the adaptability required to
meet evolving customer demands. It forms part of the wider infrastructure platform that enables us to
support increasingly complex AI and high-performance computing deployments.”

Emily Clark, Global Switch, adds: “As our London data centre continues to evolve to support the demands of the most powerful AI and high-performance workloads, it was important that the
supporting infrastructure could match that pace of innovation. The lighting solution delivered by
Zumtobel provides the performance, flexibility and reliability we require across both operational data
halls and demonstration spaces.”

To view the full project, please visit https://www.zumtobel.co.uk/en-gb/cs/global-switch

Products
TECTON C
TECTON II
TECTON with RESCLITE PRO
AMPHIBIA
ECOSIGN
LITECOM
eBOX

Photography
Global Switch and Zak Poland
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New product innovations, enhanced services, and expanded support

Leading lighting designer and manufacturer, Ansell Lighting, has unveiled its S19 product catalogue, showcasing a host of new lighting innovations and enhanced support services for contractors.

S19 is the biggest Ansell catalogue yet and includes almost 50 new products and product upgrades, reflecting the company’s commitment to continuous innovation.

Key highlights of S19 include

Exa C

A new addition to our EXA collection – the EXA C is a purpose built padel court floodlight, with precision lenses for controlled beam distribution and uniform playing surface illumination. The AkzoNobel anti-corrosion coating provides long-term durability and the lightweight compact aluminium construction makes installation easier. An integrated visor creates effective glare control and reduces light spill in built up areas. The 240W luminaire offers CCT of 4000K and 165 lm/W.

Tornado Pro

Our fully redesigned and upgraded Tornado Pro is a market-leading high spec, non-corrosive batten, designed for applications where performance, optical control and visual quality are critical. Featuring a crystal-clear, UV-stable high-quality polycarbonate illuminated base for direct and indirect light distribution, efficacy up to 190lm/w, changeable optics and XPRESS compatibility, it delivers premium performance for retail, car park and industrial environments.

XPRESS

Our game-changing XPRESS clip-in emergency and microwave sensor converter kits are being rolled out across a number of popular products, following its launch on the Tornado Evo earlier this year. The fast, clip-in system enables emergency and microwave sensor functionality to be added quickly and easily to standard products- including Tornado Pro and Disco Evo.
XPRESS features clearly labelled gear trays with dedicated press and clip connection points, allowing the packs to be installed in seconds.

S19 also includes details of Ansell’s extensive contractor support proposition, which includes a range of services, including streamlined deliveries with improved pallet labelling, On-Site surveys, lighting design, and on-site warranties.

Mark Abbott, Managing Director of Ansell Lighting, commented: “Our commitment to innovation at Ansell Lighting is not just about launching new products, it is about listening to our customers and then updating and upgrading popular products to meet their needs.

As a result, many of the new and upgraded products in S19 are about making life easier for installers and helping wholesalers to reduce the number of SKUs they have to carry.

“And this year we have launched our dedicated contractor support service that helps to address common project pain points for contractors, such as on-site issues, delivery logistics, and post-installation support.”

The S19 brochure is now available for download at: www.ansell-lighting.com/en/s19-catalogue

Printed copies can be ordered via the online platform or through your local Area Sales Manager (ASM).