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TN Earthing System Regarding Grounding and Fault Protection

An important element in protecting people (including property and animals) from the effects of electric current is grounding the part – the point of the electrical power supply system (e.g., a 20/0.4 kV transformer station from which a building is powered) and grounding exposed conductive parts. The exposed conductive part (such as the stove housing) is normally not under voltage, but if the phase conductor comes into contact with the housing due to a fault, it can be dangerous if touched. 

Streamline Your Workflow with the New WSCAD Cart Import Feature

We’re excited to introduce the new WSCAD Cart Import, designed to simplify and accelerate your design process. With just a few clicks, you can now import part data directly from our website into ELECTRIX in seconds!

Gone are the days of manually entering data—this new feature ensures fast, accurate, and seamless integration, allowing you to focus more on designing and less on data management. Whether you’re working with large projects or small updates, this tool is built to enhance productivity.

Try it today and experience smoother workflows!

1. Add your desired ETI products to the shopping cart..

3. Press the "wscaduniverse.com Export" button

 4. The part list is now transferred directly to wscaduniverse.com

 Want to see it in action? Check out the video below..

Awards Presented to the Best Innovators of Zasavje region for 2024

The Zasavje Chamber of Commerce presented 7 gold and 13 silver awards at the 28th Awards Ceremony for Zasavje Innovators. Four gold innovations qualified for the national level.

Image 1: Awards Ceremony

ETI at the Intersolar fair 2024

ETITEC Surge arresters M60 series

M60 Series surge arresters, engineered for direct mounting on 60 mm busbar systems with 5 or 10 mm thickness. These devices are ideal for industrial applications and other environments utilizing 60 mm busbar systems.

Programmable Staircase Switch CRM-47

Whether you're looking to enhance the safety of your stairways, improve energy efficiency in common areas, or add a level of sophistication to your lighting controls, the CRM-47 offers a comprehensive solution. Its programmability, coupled with advanced features like the zero-cross detection and surge current management, makes it an indispensable tool for modern, efficient buildings.

ETI at Light and Building 2024

We would like to welcome you at our stand at Light and Building 2024, which will take place from March 3^rd to 8^th.

You can find us in Hall 11.0 / Stand C92.

ETI Polam at ENEX 2024

Our colleagues from Poland are participating in the ENEX fair in Kielce, which takes place from February 7 to 8! Make sure to stop by booth B-22 to discover what's new at ETI Polam.

Advanced Hybrid Fuse Technology for Enhanced Electric Vehicle Safety

Triggy fuse is a protection device for the electric car battery pack. It is a hybrid between a classic fuse and a pyrotechnic switch. It combines all the positive technical properties of both components. It encompasses additional functionalities, such as internal tripping in case of critical overcurrent, and two inputs for external tripping (from an airbag or BMS).

Technical Development Journey

The concept of the Triggy Fuse was initiated in 2017 at ETI, in a collaborative effort with a leading electric car manufacturer. Initial tests showed that the technical requirements of an electric car cannot be solved with a "classic" fuse, which has a fixed current-time characteristic and cannot be interrupted by an external signal. Therefore our team had to find another solution, which was to upgrade it with a pyrotechnic switch. Originating from the space industry during the Gemini and Apollo programs, these switches have evolved to meet the high-voltage requirements of modern EVs as they can withstand voltages up to 1000V d.c.

Innovative Design and Patent Protection

The combination of the two components gives us a product that integrates the positive features of both and that is the Triggy fuse. Designed to support up to 800V d.c. and 600A, the Triggy Fuse has two inputs for ECU and BMS signal and its own overcurrent tripping with REED contact. This dual-triggering approach, coupled with its high-current handling capacity, positions the Triggy Fuse as a superior alternative to traditional protection devices in electric vehicle applications.

Triggy fuse is protected by a family of 7 patents.

Endorsement by Industry Experts

It is best for the customer to introduce the innovation. And that's what Mate Rimac did in the case of the Triggy fuse. At the link below you can watch a video that introduces Triggy fuse in more detail between 53:55 and 54:40.

Most important for the meaning of this innovation are his words at the end of the presentation: "Something like Triggy Fuse didn't even exist on the market a couple of years ago." Which is absolutely true.

Conclusion

The Triggy Fuse is more than just an advancement in EV protection; it's a strategic response to the complex safety challenges faced by modern electric vehicles. For OEMs and EV manufacturers seeking reliable, high-performance protection solutions, the Triggy Fuse offers an unparalleled combination of safety, reliability, and technological innovation.

ETI Inspires Young Minds with "Soldering the Christmas Tree" Event

In a delightful blend of education and holiday spirit, ETI recently sponsored a technology day for 7th grade students at Ivan Skvarča Primary School, underlining our commitment to fostering a love for electrotechnics among the young generation.

Project PODIFER - EFI-P4 eV

In the ever-evolving landscape of electrical installations, staying at the forefront of innovation is paramount. Enter Project PODIFER – a venture aimed at developing specialized RCDs for the next generation of electrical installations, aligning seamlessly with the 'European Green Transition.' These installations are envisioned to incorporate various charging stations for electric vehicles and energy storage systems.

New robotic cell for current testing and laser marking of KZS-2M/4M RCBOs

At ETI, we continue with the automation of production processes. The new robotic cell for current testing and laser marking of KZS-2M/4M RCBOs is one of the first automatic assembly / testing robotic cells in our switchgear department. With its introduction, we have successfully replaced manual retesting, laser marking of RCBOs, assembly of the snapping unit, sealing of the adjustment screw, and insertion and testing of the test button. With the new device, only the code of the product is entered, and in accordance with the previously created program and laser marking design, the device will perform the necessary operations to produce the final form of the RCBO.