'Off-Grid' Solar Bus Stop Illumination

A leading UK developer of solar powered LED lighting systems, appointed Connect-2 Technology as the sole UK sub-contract manufacturer for an innovative solar bus stop illumination system, which was undertaken by our ‘special projects division’.

This included involvement from the design and development stage into the conversion for the manufacturing process. For such a hi-tech high profile product, great care was taken to provide a highly efficient, responsive and bespoke manufacturing solution. Ensuring that the product maintains its high reliability throughout its lifetime was a key consideration requiring great care throughout the production process.

The completed unit is a single ‘self contained’ device that incorporates;

* Solar panel; 10W monocrystalline silicon.
* Battery packs; 4 x 2.3 AmpH.
* Controller; programmable with energy management.
* Casing; high impact ABS moulded, sealed, waterproof and incorporating bright white LEDs.

If you are a product based electronics company looking to outsource your manufacturing process, either in part or in whole, Connect-2 Technology can provide a customised solution to suite your specific needs.

We can demonstrate a long established record in converting both existing ‘in-house’ as well as ‘start-up’ projects with a number of highly successful clients. So if you feel our services are relevant to your needs please contact us via the details on our web site (see info panel on the right above) or by email to myself – Geoff. Nossiter.

Sira Certified

Connect-2 Technology has been Sira certified, for the manufacture of Luminaires, Lamps, Accessories and Transformers for use in potentially explosive atmospheres in compliance with Directive 94/9/EC, since June 2006.







Explosion protection concepts under which we have been assessed: -

d - Flameproof
e - Increased Safety
m - Encapsulation
D - Dust Ingress Protection

The ATEX Directive
The ATEX Directive, derived from the French “ATmospheres EXplosibles” and formerly known as 94/9/EC, contains the ESR (Essential Safety Requirements) to which electrical equipment and protective systems used within potentially explosive atmospheres must conform.

The new ATEX directive currently in place within the European Union was made mandatory on 1st July 2003. Primarily intended for manufacturers of hazardous area equipment for use in the presence of flammable gases, vapours fumes or dusts, the new directive requires a quality management system to be implemented. Procedures for the design, manufacture and verification of products are to be approved by a notified body (i.e. Sira, Baseefa 2000, CESI, Demko, Kema) and all equipment conforming to the new directive will feature Ex and CE marking.

Expansion of Skills.
Connect-2 Technology gained this certification as part of our obligations under a contract supply agreement with our manufacturing partner. Which, further demonstrates our commitment to develop the skills and abilities of our “special projects division” as well as the company’s enthusiasm for expanding the broad range of solutions we provide our customers.