Over time, increased concern about the environment has led to more critical assessment of cabling systems in terms of both their fire risk and their impact on the environment. These concerns, encompass the cables’ entire life, from manufacture, through on-site operation, to end-of life disposal.…
Over time requirements for cable product performance have evolved to meet demand for not just mechanical and electrical performance, but also to meet industry recognised standards for safety. The latter was given little thought until cables were identified as a key cause of fatal fires.…
BASEC has developed an online application tool which simplifies the application process, making it easier and quicker for you to obtain quotations for cable products and systems approvals. …
Sadly, it often takes a tragedy before questions are raised about the impact of poor-quality building materials. As cables are commonly the cause of fire, BASEC is keen to raise awareness and promote good practices for those responsible for the specification of these products.…
