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SALES of Brown lines' Captive Strap Load Restraint System — the world's first self-locking anchorage captive strap system — have exceeded all expectations since its introduction in 1979, according to Brownline. The system has now been adopted by Keymarkets for its 40ft trailer operated by BRS, International Stores, Fine Fare, Southalls, Trimite and a number of other major fleet operators.
The system employs a specially designed, extruded aluminium track with a built-in tee-slot which has holes to provide slide-lock positions for the straps. The standard aluminium track has slide-lock positions at three-inch centres over which securing straps are moved by lifting the sprung keeper on the anchorage fitting. This not only avoids the loss of straps but also ensures that each vehicle has its full complement of securing straps at any one time. There is also a considerable weight advantage in the aluminium over the steel track.
TCC Division, Brownline, Tam ian Way, Green Lane, Hounslow, Middlesex. Tel: 01572 0321.
Socket it to me baby
MK ELECTRIC, the world's largest manufacturer of British Standard wiring accessories, has launched a range of 13 amp switch socket outlets called Sentrysocket, aimed at providing increased safety and convenience of those using electrical equipment.
The 15th edition of the IEE Wiring Regualtions (which govern the installation of wiring accessories in all buildings) recommends the use of residual current operated curcuit breakers (RBB's) in sockets, particularly where outdoor mains equipment is used. The Sentrysocket range is claimed to provide this protection.
RCBs are highly sensitive devices which can be found in the distribution boards and consumer units of modern wiring installations. They monitor electrical current 24hours-a-day, switching the current off in a fraction of a second if any earth leakage occurs as a result of an appliance fault, frayed or accidentally cut cable or bad wiring etc, thereby protecting against electric shock, electrocution or fire.
Sentrysocket is designed to fit into a standard twin socket outlet and is highly convenient, it is claimed, localising the fault by cutting off the current only at the relevant socket and not affecting the rest of the circuit. An additional safety feature is a built in test button which enables the user to check that all is well with the socket before switching on.
Got a new starter, John
WORTHING-based Blackthorne has introduced a new heavyduty boost starter to its range of Jumpstarta models. Intended for use with diesel and heavy petrol-engined commercial vehicles, the starter is mounted on trolley wheels and connects to the mains to act as a slave battery. It can be used either on a vehicle which has a flat battery, or indeed if the vehicle's battery is missing.
Providing twin 12/24v outputs, it has a 30 amp rated input and includes a trickle charge facility on each voltage. The DC output is also regulated to protect alternators and transistorised ignition systems.
Like the smaller models in the range, the unit is "budget priced" at £240. Full details of the whole range are available. Blackthorns, 24 Birkdale Road, Worthing, Sussex. Tel: 0903 690586.