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The 17th Edition - an overview by the IET

2008-01-07
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The IET's Geoff Cronshaw uncovers the mysteries behind making BS7671:2008 - the 17th Edition - in this article originally published in the IET magazine, 'Wiring Matters':

This article is intended to explain briefly the relationship between the British Standard (BS 7671) and the European and International Standards for electrical installations. The article also gives a brief overview of CENELEC and IEC together with information on the work of our National Committee.

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