17 April 2012 – Power Ethernet Sockets, by British start-up Power Ethernet, are now available from a number of leading stockists.

The recent influx of IP connected devices has led to a significant increase in demand for data networking installers, and as a result, stockists. Power Ethernet sockets are the first product to integrate Powerline Communications (PLC) networking technology directly into an electrical socket, enabling electricians to start specifying and installing data networks in both commercial and residential buildings without the need for additional specialist cabling or networking knowledge.

Replacing the front socket panel of a British Standard 35mm double gang back box with the Power Ethernet Socket enables electricians to take advantage of a building’s existing electrical wiring to create a high-speed and secure data network for connecting customers’ computers, Voice over IP phones, multimedia set-top boxes, Internet-connected TVs and other IP enabled devices.

Stockists include:

    City Electrical Factors – http://www.cef.co.uk/

    CPC – http://cpc.farnell.com/

    Edmundson Electrical – http://www.electricandlightingexperience.co.uk/

    Rapid – http://www.rapidonline.com/

    Rexel UK – http://www.rexel.co.uk/

Power Ethernet sockets are distributed by Concordia Technologies in the UK and Ireland, with a recommended retail price of £92.50 per unit (plus VAT).

Starter Pack

As an introductory offer, Concordia is offering electricians purchasing two or more units a reduced price of £80 per unit (plus VAT).

Concordia Technologies' Executive Chairman, Jeremy Kemsley-Pein, said: “The PE Socket is a truly innovative product which is already creating exciting new market opportunities for the entire electrical industry.  We are excited by the highly promising feedback received from our suppliers and customers.”

Power Ethernet Managing Director, Daniel Rogoff, said: “For the first time, electricians and electrical contractors can start specifying and installing data networks for customers without specialist cabling knowledge. From Connected TVs and games consoles to CCTV, digital signage and IP phones, there are a rapidly growing number of IP enabled devices in homes and workplaces that need high-speed, physical network connections.  I’m very excited to deliver a product that enables the electrical industry to play a big role in satisfying that demand.”