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Clipsal Solutions Overview Australia’s leading manufacturer of electrical products, accessories and solutions.

“As electrical industry leaders, we strive in every

aspect of the business to provide our customers with

high quality, intelligent, sustainable and economical

electrical solutions, now and in the future.”

Australia's No.1 Electrical BrandEstablished in 1920, Clipsal by Schneider Electric is Australia’s number one brand of electrical products, accessories and solutions for the residential, commercial, industrial, data, home control and energy management markets. Clipsal has evolved and grown from its Adelaide base with great success by supporting the local economy and providing products manufactured at multiple sites across Australia.

Clipsal is an electrical industry leader, dedicated to supplying you with the most innovative and sustainable solutions available. As part of Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, Clipsal provides a total electrical solution for any project or application.

Passionate about energy management and the environment, Clipsal ensures all products are manufactured in accordance with the reduction of hazardous substances (RoHS) practices and achieve Environmental Management Systems compliance. In addition to this, Clipsal offers an ever increasing range of energy efficient products and solutions that deliver extra savings and convenience.

Through sponsorship of the Clipsal 500, South Australia’s flagship sporting event, Clipsal enjoys a significant and rewarding level of community involvement. Having supported the event since its inception, Clipsal has extended the sponsorship to 2015, making it the biggest single sponsorship of a sporting event in South Australia. Added to this, fifty cents from the sale of every Clipsal smoke alarm goes to the Julian Burton Burns Trust, an organisation dedicated to the prevention, care and research associated with burn injury.

Clipsal is dedicated to providing the expertise to assist you in achieving the most energy efficient, innovative and compliant electrical solution every time. You can be confident you are dealing with Australia’s most experienced electrical accessory brand that constantly strives to provide you with high quality, intelligent, environmentally friendly and economical electrical solutions - now and into the future.

The Right Solution for Your ProjectWith an offering in excess of 20,000 products, Clipsal can provide end-to-end electrical solutions for any project. From large scale building projects and hotels, to retail and residential developments: Clipsal has the right products and solutions to meet specific applications and requirements.

Clipsal's Dedication to InnovationAccess to global resources through Schneider Electric has accelerated Clipsal’s development of a sustainable future of green manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement programs.

Clipsal’s Product Engineering team prides itself on being the most advanced and skilled in the Australian electrical industry, providing the market with state-of-the-art electrical solutions. Clipsal invests $20 million each year in research and development, with an innovation aim to achieve 30% of sales from products less than five years old.

Clipsal’s commitment is evident through:

•a strong portfolio of energy efficient products and solutions

•commitment to all Building Code of Australia (BCA) requirements and environmental standards (NABERS, Green Star and LEED)

•compliance with reduction of hazardous substances (RoHS)

•manufacturing practices – ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems) Standard for Environmental Management

•commitment to all relevant Australian OH&S requirements

•ISO 14001 – compliance with material waste disposal techniques

•compliance to the ISO 18001/AS4801, Safety Management Systems Standards

•PVC minimisation strategy

•environmental improvement (EI) projects, including resource conservation for energy, water and material waste.

Emerging Market TrendsWith rising energy costs and a greater need for sustainable energy solutions globally, Clipsal’s R&D team work continuously to deliver customers the latest in electrical technology. Clipsal extensively research global markets and trends, especially in the area of energy efficiency, and are industry leaders in providing sustainable electrical products and energy management solutions.

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refinery

waste

factory

shopping centre

residential

water treatment

Clipsal can provide end-to-end electrical solutions for every market sector.

community facilities

aged care

mining

port

data centre

hospital

airport

buildings

hotel

renewables

sport

Today, industrial electrical applications have never been more demanding as industry has become the economic backbone of Australia. The demands of industry and infrastructure electrical applications are constant – 24/7, 365 days of the year.

Clipsal can meet these requirements with reliable, end-to-end industrial, mining and infrastructure electrical solutions. Clipsal’s solutions will maximise uptime, reduce downtime and increase operational profits, while improving worker safety and power reliability. They can also increase energy efficiency and reduce power consumption through integrated intelligent monitoring and control systems.

Clipsal industry and infrastructure solutions assist to:

•maximise uptime and reduce downtime

•ensure productivity is maximised

• improve worker occupational health and safety

•provide a positive return on investment

• implement total cable management infrastructure

• increase operational profits

•provide complete end-to-end lighting and lighting control solutions

•provide safe and reliable power

•minimise the level of ongoing maintenance

•provide an intelligent energy management solution with EcoStruxure™, to reduce energy costs and improve operating efficiency.

Industry and Infrastructure

Clipsal understands that

industry’s key

requirements are

productivity, reliability,

uptime and OH&S, as

these factors ultimately

impact on the profit

margins of the operation.

Mining site, Australia Clipsal by Schneider Electric Warehouse, Adelaide, South Australia

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Clipsal is an industry leader when it comes to innovative electrical solutions for commercial buildings and data centres. Clipsal understands the importance of providing a stylish and functional working environment, and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to incorporate the latest technology to attract and retain new tenants.

Improved energy efficiency and reduced power consumption is very achievable, and will assist with compliance of NABERS and Green Star requirements. Inclusive to this, Clipsal can provide high-speed, scalable, reliable data solutions to ensure uptime is always maximised.

Clipsal commercial building and data centre solutions assist to:

• integrate HVAC, audiovisual, lighting control, emergency lighting and building management systems where required

•facilitate high-speed, scalable, future-proof data networks

• increase efficiency and reliability of building infrastructure, including plant motors

•provide complete end-to-end lighting and lighting control solutions


• increase energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption

•maintain tenant comfort

•comply with all relevant Australian and international standards


Commercial Buildings & Data Centres

Clipsal can achieve the

challenging energy smart

goals of today’s building

design briefs, while

maintaining tenancy

comfort, infrastructure

reliability and investment

profitability.

SA Water Building, Adelaide, South Australia Sydney Water Headquarters, Parramatta, New South Wales

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Sporting & Community Facilities

Clipsal understands that today’s sporting and community facilities demand more from their power to cope with advances in technology, while also lowering energy consumption. Patron comfort, safety and venue flexibility are also major factors in any modern public facility, as well as having the ability to readily change elements such as lighting (in sections or holistically), to suit specific requirements. Streamlined communications and advanced security and monitoring are also important factors to maintain patron safety.

These integrated solutions greatly improve energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption, and assist to position the venue as a very marketable location for future events, exhibitions and tenancies.

Clipsal sporting and community facility solutions assist to:

• improve patron and staff comfort, safety, satisfaction and experience

•provide holistic control through integrated lighting control, building management systems, HVAC, security and monitoring

•reduce operating expenditure by improving energy efficiency and reducing power consumption

•provide complete end-to-end lighting and lighting control solutions, that incorporate emergency lighting

•assist with NABERS compliance

•comply with relevant Australian and international standards

• implement total cable management strategies

•streamline communications by implementing high speed, future-proof data networks


Clipsal solutions enable

holistic control of the

space to provide a positive

return on investment and

greatly increase patron

and staff comfort

and safety.

Imperial War Museum, Manchester, United Kingdom SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre, Marion, South Australia


Retail

Clipsal’s retail solutions increase the appeal and value of the development, without impacting revenue, customer satisfaction or experience.

Clipsal retail solutions will deliver a positive return on investment by reducing power consumption and improving system reliability. Clipsal can also contribute towards increasing the ability to attract key tenants, as customer satisfaction and general ambiance are often improved.

Clipsal retail solutions assist to:

• improve customer and staff safety and comfort

•provide a high-speed, future-proof data communications solution

• integrate lighting control, building management systems, HVAC, security and monitoring

•provide a complete end-to-end lighting solution

•reduce operating expenses

•provide a positive return on infrastructure investment

• improve energy efficiency without impacting on revenue

•control and monitor the movement of people around large spaces

•maximise attractiveness of rental space to secure key tenants

•position the store or complex as an attractive space with ambience


The key requirements of

modern retail facilities are

energy efficiency, flexibility

of tenant space, security

and patron comfort.

Big W, Rouse Hill, New South Wales Reynella Mazda, Reynella, South Australia

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Education

From lighting and air conditioning to audiovisual, safety, security and data networks, educational facilities need to offer an environment that is comfortable and conducive to learning. They also need to be cost effective to operate and provide an attractive and marketable learning environment for prospective students, while also offering a positive return on investment to parents and investors.

Clipsal education solutions greatly improve comfort and safety, and assist to reduce operating expenditure through energy efficiency.

Clipsal education solutions assist to:

• improve student and staff facilities and comfort levels

• implement high-speed, scalable, future-proof data networks

• integrate audiovisual, lighting control, building management, HVAC, security and monitoring

•provide complete end-to-end lighting and lighting control systems, which incorporate emergency lighting

•reduce energy consumption and improve operating efficiencies

•provide a positive return on infrastructure investment

• incorporate the latest technology that is simple to operate and interact with

•provide a modern technology environment conducive to learning


Utilise the latest

technology to provide

students with the best

possible learning

environments.

Pymble Ladies' College, Pymble, New South Wales Pymble Ladies' College, Pymble, New South Wales


Health and Aged Care

Improving the efficiency and reliability of electrical systems, Clipsal health solutions incorporate technology that benefits staff, through the provision of fast-response integrated nurse call and monitoring solutions. They can also integrate lighting control, building management, HVAC and security systems. Greater patient safety is achieved through the use of advanced electrical safety devices and sockets, and increased infection control properties.

These systems are designed for ease of operation by staff and patients through high level integration. They will not only improve safety and comfort, but also greatly increase energy efficiency. Further energy savings can be achieved through energy efficient lighting and plant motor control, which deliver a positive return on investment and reduce maintenance costs through efficient use of energy and power.

Clipsal health and aged care solutions assist to:

•provide fast-response integrated nurse call and monitoring age care solutions

•enhance the care, safety and comfort of staff and patients

•provide advanced electrical safety devices and sockets

• integrate lighting control, building management, HVAC, security and monitoring

•reduce operating costs and provide a positive return on infrastructure investment

• implement high-speed, scalable, future-proof data networks and technology that benefits staff productivity

•ensure constant and continual delivery of critical power

•provide robust, flexible and customised medical service panel solutions

•reduce the spread of infection through use of advanced technologies


In modern health

environments, it is

imperative that electrical

solutions provide patients

and staff with improved

comfort and safety.

Menora Gardens, Menora, Western Australia Hospital, Melbourne, Australia

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Exceptional guest experience, repeat business and brand loyalty for the hotel are key features which affect the profitability of a hotel.

With increasing operating expenses, hotels need to be energy efficient with a sustainable focus. Clipsal can supply these solutions in all areas from the accommodation suites through to corridors, foyers, reception, restaurants, function rooms, pools, day spas, car parks and back of house.

Clipsal’s extensive hotel solutions can improve the facility's operation, comfort, aesthetics and security.

Clipsal hotel solutions assist to:

•reduce energy consumption through energy efficient lighting and controls with integrated building management systems, HVAC, security, monitoring and plant motors

• improve operating efficiency and expenses through synergy and convergence of building services

•contribute to attain NABERS and Green Star ratings


• increase guest comfort and experience

• improve guest, staff and asset security

•simplify guest operation of, and interaction with, room technology

•decrease staff management of services

•provide flexibility and adaptability to ensure upgrades can be completed as required

•ensure brand loyalty, guest experience, satisfaction and aesthetics of the hotel

•create a marketable venue with ambiance

• increase connectivity through high-speed and future-proof data infrastructure


Hotels

Guests expect a superior

level of comfort and finish

that are compatible with

changing technology.

Gateway Inn, Devonport, TasmaniaHotel Bar, Sydney, Australia


The modern home provides residents with style, comfort, convenience, security and connectivity to accommodate today’s lifestyle.

The range or electrical products and solutions Clipsal offer not only assist to maximise return on investment for developers, but also are beneficial to selling homes. Clipsal products are user-friendly, reliable and simple to maintain, with extensive warranties that will provide peace of mind.

Clipsal’s electrical accessories and solutions not only complement modern interior design, but also increase energy efficiency, comfort and convenience throughout the home.

High-speed, scalable and future-proof data solutions are crucial to provide superior connectivity and seamless delivery of advanced technology to homes.

Clipsal residential solutions assist to:

• improve resident comfort, convenience, security and connectivity

• integrate lighting control and home services, i.e. irrigation, pool pumps and motorised blinds

•reduce energy consumption

•provide complete outdoor and indoor electrical and lighting requirements

•create a high-speed, future-proof data solution

•achieve a safe and secure residence

•maximise the return on investment for developers

• increase resale opportunities of homes in new estates or developments

• improve reliability of technology with reduced maintenance costs.

Residential

For developers, electrical

and technology solutions

need to be user-friendly

and designed to enhance

interior styles and

ambiance.

Residential Home, Adelaide, South Australia Island Apartments, Fremantle, Western Australia

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“For over 90 years Clipsal has been synonymous with innovation, and this is

something Clipsal continues to strive for. The power of innovation is Clipsal's aim, as

this allows us to continue to serve electrical contractors and end-users to the best of

our ability, offering them the highest quality, energy efficient products at the most

competitive prices.”

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How it all Comes TogetherThe powerful combination of Clipsal’s extensive product range with support from Schneider Electric, the global specialists in energy management, allows us to provide total end-to-end electrical solutions. Clipsal can also tailor electrical solutions to suit individual specific requirements. From the smallest installation to large systems, Clipsal solutions are highly scalable, allowing you to procure only what you need now and expand as your business grows.

Clipsal can also actively participate in project implementation and work with clients to understand their specific needs and create the best solution for their requirements. Clipsal’s reliable and sustainable electrical solutions optimise energy usage, provide positive return on investment and comply with all relevant Australian and International standards, Green Star ratings and National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS) where appropriate.

Schneider ElectricSchneider Electric, the global specialists in energy management, have been present in Australia since the early 60s. Today, Schneider Electric’s commitment to Australia and New Zealand is a $1.3 billion investment, with staff and factories around the world, and research and development centres in 25 countries.

Our Commitment to the CustomerWhen you engage with Clipsal and Schneider Electric, you are in fact tapping into a vast network belonging to the world’s leading specialist in energy management. Clipsal has representation worldwide to ensure you receive the highest standard of service and performance. Our goal is to build a long-term relationship for the ongoing success of your business and ours. We look beyond the project to find ways we can add value in the future.

Our commitment also includes technical excellence that sets the highest standards in operating efficiency and reliability to ensure optimal return on investment.

We are committed to individual solutions that meet your requirements in the most cost-effective, integrated and environmentally responsible way possible.

We will conduct our work in a professional manner and treat every person associated with your business with courtesy and respect. We keep the customer front of mind and pride ourselves on our service.

Your opinion of our performance is important, and as such, we welcome your feedback to help provide a benchmark in continuously improving our service.

Clipsal have developed several innovative methods to increase brand awareness and communicate to their end-user market.

•Partner Programs – Clipsal’s partner programs such as Approved Installer, pointOne, Platinum, Endorsed Partner and Club Clipsal ensure electrical contractors have extensive product knowledge and the skill set to deliver the outcomes you desire for your project.

•End-User Solutions – Through collaboration, assistance in design and customer support, Clipsal can provide end-user solutions to meet the customers specific requirements. This is further enhanced by all products coming from one supplier and providing one point of contact.

•Warranties – Clipsal provides an extensive range of warranties on all products, ranging from 12 months through to a lifetime warranty on some products.

•Communicating with Customers – Clipsal have developed several innovative methods to increase brand awareness and communicate to their end-user market, such as the Essential Checklist product catalogue, Powerhouse display centres, Clipspec specification program, iCat smart phone application, eCat CD-rom and clipsal.com website.

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Energy Monitoring and Control

•Meteringsystems,frombasictoenterprise-wide sophisticated metering.

•Energyauditingandanalysisandenergy efficiency solutions.

•Greenratingreportinganddataacquisition (LEED).

Medium and Low Voltage Electrical Distribution

•Powerprotectionstudies.

•Transformersto36kV.

•Distributionsystemsfromlowvoltage to 36kV.

•Integratedmetering.

•Powerquality.

•Smartgrid/demand-response/demand management.

•Automatedgeneratortestingandreporting.

•Powersystemservices.

•Isolationdistributionsolutionsforcritical infrastructure.

Building Automation•Buildingmanagementsystems.

•Securityandaccesscontrol.

•Videomanagement.

•Lightingcontrol(ClipsalC-Bus).

•Hospitalbedheadsystemsandnurse call.

•Agedcaresolutions.

•Dataandcommunications.

•Processingandtreatmentplantsystems.

Industrial Automation and Control

•Supervisorycontrolanddataacquisition (SCADA).

•Industrialprogrammablelogiccontroller (PLC) automation.

•Plantoptimisation.

•Processcontrolandplantperformance management.

Electrical Installation Systems and Control

•Australia’spremiermanufacturerand supplier of switches, sockets and electrical accessories, including data communications and integrated commercial automation solutions.

•Solarsystemsandenergymonitoring solutions.

Critical Power and Cooling

•Enterpriseleveluninterruptiblepower supply systems.

•Integratedcriticalpowerandcooling for data centres.

•Turnkeydatacentreprojects.

•Datacentreenergyefficiencyservices.

Services•Ongoingserviceand

maintenance of our entire portfolio.

•Projectmanagementand project execution.

•Value-addingservices.

Technology Solutions

Clipsal, as part of Schneider Electric helps make energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green

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Reliable

Productiv

Green

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Green

Transform and distribute power safely

Prevent power outages and energy quality variances

Measure and control energy, automate, provide relevant diagnosis

Manage processes, make all the utilities of any infrastructure more efficient

Make the connection of renewable energy sources easy, reliable and cost-effective

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Our response to this challenge is EcoStruxure

EcoStruxure is not a product but rather an approach to creating intelligent energy management systems. These systems are simplified, save money, and most importantly, reduce waste by enabling a guaranteed compatibility between the management of power, white space, process and machines, building control, and security. EcoStruxure’s agile architecture brings optimised systems within reach of a wider audience because of its compatible product designs and open platform software. It provides end-users with the critical tools needed to reduce their design time, CapEx and OpEx.

As consumers, businesses and entire economies become increasingly reliant on technology. They insist that devices become more intuitive, more efficient and more intelligent. With EcoStruxure, Schneider Electric encourages them to expect the same of their energy.

The seamless convergence of five key areas of our business; making energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green.

An integrated approach to achieving your energy goals.

EcoStruxureTM

Each business is connected by the bridge between our fields of expertise

> Guaranteed compatibility between our

domains of expertise.

> Energy monitoring everywhere, leading to

30% energy efficiency.

> Enabled by the right connecting

technologies.

> IP as a common highway.

> Web services as a common language.

Power Management

Security Management

Process & Machines

Management

Building Management

IT / Server Room Management

Power Management

IT/Server Room Management

Building Management

•Low voltage•Installation system and

control•Renewable inverters

•Industrial automation and control

•Critical power and cooling •IT racks •IT software & services

•Building automation

•Living space management•Electric vehicle infrastucture•Renewable grid connection

•Machine control•Process management

•Data centres •UPS systems •IT cooling systems •IT infrastructure management

•Integrated BMS •HVAC control•Lighting control

•Utilities•Oil and gas•Electro intensive

•Residential•Marine

•OEM•Water•Mining

•IT •Finance •Telecommunications

From products... to system architectures... to market solutions

Process & Machines Management

Security Management

•Video surveillance

•Integrated security management

•Primary and secondary switchgear •Transformers •Protection and control

•Feeder automation •Substation automation •Smart Grid •Portable substations

•Healthcare •Green buildings •Life sciences •Hotel •Retail

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Trademarks are owned by Schneider Electric Industries SAS or its affiliated companies.

Schneider Electric (Australia) Pty Ltd

33-37 Port Wakefield Road, Gepps Cross South Australia 5094

PO Box 132, Enfield Plaza, South Australia 5085

National Customer Care Enquiries: 1300 2025 25

O/N 25102CLIPCOM25102 September 2012

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Schneider Electric (Australia) Pty Ltd reserves the right to change specifications, modify designs and discontinue items without incurring obligation and whilst every effort is made to ensure that descriptions, specifications and other information in this catalogue are correct, no warranty is given in respect thereof and the company shall not be liable for any error therein.

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