State-of-the-art mobile testing unit for full voltage range set to enhance efficiency in time and cost

Dubai, 09 December 2006 - ETA Star International, a division of the ETA Ascon and Star Group, introduced the first mobile cable testing unit for full voltage range in the UAE at a ceremony held recently.

The new HVAC (High Voltage Alternating Current) testing system, along with the load (power cable tested), establishes a powerful high voltage at minimum power input and is capable of testing voltage cables up to 400 kV.  The equipment is also equipped with the latest generation of PD (partial discharge) measurement system including options for cable fault location.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Hameed Salahuddin, Director, ETA Ascon and Star Group, said, "This new initiative is in line with our commitment to providing state-of-the-art solutions for the growing power sector in the region. ETA is one of the few major companies worldwide owning an HV mobile test system of similar range and expertise.

The new testing system is completely computerized with a highly reduced margin for error and will substantially increase the efficiency in time and cost involved in testing of new cables, fault diagnosis, and testing and rectification of cable joints of various ratings

Salahuddin added: "This testing system will be available to industries in all public and private sectors in the UAE and the adjoining GCC / Middle - East Countries and will be a boon for valued clients like DEWA, ADWEA, SEWA, FEWA, DUBAL and other multinational and national companies."

Press Release issued on behalf of ETA ASCON

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About ETA ASCON
Emirates Trading Agency-Associated Constructions and Investments (ETA ASCON) Co. L.L.C. are a multinational and diversified Group established in 1973 as a joint venture under UAE's Abdulla Al Ghurair Group. ETA-ASCON has built an enviable reputation for quality, service and cost-effective technological capability. Headquartered in Dubai, the Group network undertakes construction, contracting and infrastructure project work in several countries, having several branches and associate offices worldwide. Areas of expertise include Engineering, Contracting, Construction, Manufacturing, Trading, Shipping, Transportation, Jewellery, Travel, Consumer Electronics, Recycling, Automobiles, Building Maintenance, Information Technology, Human Resources Management and Real Estate. With 43,000 employees worldwide, the Group's consolidated sales for the year ending 2005 were in excess of USD 3.5 billion. For more information, please visit www.eta-ascon.com.

For further information, please contact:
Sudha Hemmad / Anjali Dayal
ASDA'A Public Relations,
Tel: +971-4-3344550
Email: s.hemmad@asdaa.com, a.dayal@asdaa.com 

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