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plug-socket assemblies Connecting Conveyor Motors, Welding Appliances & Machines
- By Chris Dodds : estimated reading time 4 minutes
Marechal plugs and sockets enhance the electrical performance of industrial plants and minimise the risk of electrical shock ensuring operator safety and reducing plant downtime in safe or “non-hazardous” area locations.
Marechal Applications
- IP protection and differently keyed circuits (protection, motive power)
- Electrical power for welding appliances
- Connecting conveyor motors and machines
- Power supply via high current plugs
- High-temperature electrical connections.
powerful ELECTRICAL Solutions
Robust & Impact Resistant

Marechal plugs and sockets are available in a broad range with plugs and sockets constructed from glass-reinforced GRP-type polyester or metal casings with excellent mechanical strength and long life expectancy.
Flexible Assembly

Marechal’s plugs and sockets have flexible assembly options such as 230/400V – 3P+N+E dual-voltage sockets which are meant to indifferently receive both four-phase and three-phase 400V plugs, and single-phase 230V plugs. This compatibility constitutes a real saving for the user when installing these sockets.
Keying is associated with keying positions on the electrical plugs and sockets – this differentiates each plug and socket through machining one of the notches, 24 different types of electrical current, which is determined by the voltage/frequency pair. The frequency/voltage pair assigned to the appliance is easily identified.
Safe & Efficient

A button placed on the top of the socket allows the user to safely disconnect the equipment on full load, up to 250 A, with a single button press guaranteeing a quick and easy operation and saves time during installation operations or machine shutdown.
ATEX Certification For Hazardous Areas

Marechal also manufacture plugs and sockets for explosive atmospheres in accordance with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU and used in Zones 1 and 2 (gas) and Zone 21 and Zone 22 (dust) including the DXN ATEX plug and sockets.
marechal References
PSA Peugeot Citrogen, France
- Power supply to welding robots within the automotive industry.
Arcelor Mittal, France

Marechal Plugs & Sockets For Metallurgy Industry
- Network plugs and socket-outlets on steelworks boxes
- Supply power to locotractors and lifting cylinders in Locos workshops
- Power connections on railway cars
Tata Steel, Netherlands

Marechal Plugs & Sockets For Steel Industry
- Power supply to ovens and electromagnets.
Structo, Belgium

Marechal Plugs & Sockets For Manufacturer of Restressed Concrete
- Electrical connection of manufacturing equipment.
Thyssen Krupp Steel Europe AG, Germany

Marechal Plugs & Sockets For Iron & Steel Industry
- Providing electric power to metal bar magnets on mobile cranes
- Supplying electric power to cold rolling mill and motors on conveyors

Marechal DSN Plugs – Compact & Watertight Decontactor
Industrial plugs & socket-outlets
safe watertight connectors up to IP66/IP67
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leaders in ATEX Innovation To The Hazardous Area Industries
Thorne & Derrick are leaders in the development and distribution of Product Innovations that deliver significant improvements to clients plant, people and operational safety in the explosive atmosphere industries.
Your proactive problem solvers experienced in succession planning for the replacement of obsolete, non-conformant and legacy equipment in hazardous areas.
Your first-choice provider of innovative and competitive solutions to ensure ATEX & IECEx Compliance for Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment to UK and international projects.
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Plugs Sockets Connectors Decontactors | Distributed in UK by Thorne & Derrick
electrical Power Supply To Pumps, Mixers, Aerators, Motor Controls, Crusher, Compressors, Generators
- By Chris Dodds : estimated reading time 6 minutes
Marechal plugs and sockets are ideal for equipping water treatment or sewage treatment sites to ensure the longevity of electrical power installations in industrial and hazardous area applications.
Marechal plugs and sockets are resistant to outdoor conditions and comply with electrical standards.
The connection and disconnection of power plugs can be done in complete electrical safety by the operators on site without any electrical skill allowing for significant time savings in maintenance operations.
Marechal DSN
The Industrial Power Plug & Socket
Marechal DSN range of plugs and sockets have a AC-22/AC-23 breaking capacity which are capable of switching mixed resistive and inductive loads, including moderate overloads (AC-22) and the switching of motor loads or other highly inductive loads (AC-23). The DSN can be used to replace a plug and socket, a switch and a disconnector all in one.
Marechal plugs and sockets are constructed using high quality materials, with silver-nickel contacts, stainless steel hardware and chemical resistant housings which all help withstand corrosion caused by the hydrogen sulphide gases in wastewater environments.
lv power Applications
Marechal Plugs & Sockets
- Plug-socket outlets ensuring safety of both staff and premises
- Electrical continuity both day and night
- Powering fixed and mobile installations

Marechal Plugs & Sockets power a full range of machinery found within the water industry including pumps, mixers, aerators, motor controls, crushers, compressors and generators
Marechal DSN Plugs & Sockets
Marechal DSN plugs and sockets are specified throughout the water and waste water treatment industry for low voltage power distribution with current ratings 20A-63A.
Marechal DSN plug and sockets provide unequalled strength over time and and have an impact resistant GRP casing providing IK08 shock resistance and protection against mechanical impacts up to 5 joules – guaranteeing robust, fast and safe operation during maintenance work. Compliant with the IEC EN 60309-1 standard and the European Low Voltage Directive.
DSN range of plugs and sockets are watertight and robust allowing production and processing facilities to be as efficient as possible without risk of unplanned downtime caused by sub-standard specification plugs and sockets.

Butt pin contacts enable the Marechal DSN plug to be safely disconnected on full load – no requirements for separate local isolators.
High Quality & Long Lasting Connectors

Marechal plugs and sockets are fitted with spring-loaded contacts providing a permanent and durable contact.
The silver-nickel tipped contacts provide exceptional connection quality and excellent resistance to wet and corrosive environments, even after years of use.
Fast & Safe Connection

The socket latch holds the plug in the socket against the force of the internal springs ensuring the plug is automatically watertight (IP66/67).
When the plug is removed from the socket, the safety shutter closes to prevent access to live parts.

Tested Safety
Marechal plugs and sockets have a built-in switching function called a Decontactor, making it possible to quickly and simply connect and disconnect electric motors in absolute safety.
ATEX Certification For Hazardous Areas

Marechal also manufacture plugs and sockets for explosive atmospheres in accordance with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU and used in Zones 1 and 2 (gas) and Zone 21 and Zone 22 (dust) including the DXN ATEX plug and sockets.
MARECHAL References
FBI BIOME, France

Marechal plugs and sockets for mobile units for biogas or liquid treatment produced by waste
- Mobile treatment units for biogas or liquid (leachate) derived from organic waste
- Power supply to evaporation module, cistern supply, reversed osmosis, bungalow/supervision, dosing pump
- Safety/command on generators
- Pump control
Marechal provided a full range of plugs and sockets to FBI BIOME which provided a water and dust tight power supply method which was also flexible, allowing for time to be saved on mobile installations which are relocated every 4 to 6 weeks.
SIAAP, France

Marechal plugs and sockets for waste water treatment plants
- Safety on installations and electrical panels at the different floor levels of this waste-water treatment plant.
SIAPP required a power supply solution which was not only IP66/IP67 certified but could also be padlocked to prevent acts of vandalism and ensure safe use was maintained.
SMAT, Italy

- Power supply to pumps and motors with waster water treatment plants.
WATERSCHAP, Netherlands

Marechal plugs and sockets for waste water treatment plants
- Power supply to containers for waste management.
ABWASSERVER BÄNDE, Germany

Marechal plugs and sockets for water purification plants
- Power supply to pumps and motors.
BLUE LAKE WWTP, United States

- Power supply to pumps, grinders, clarifiers within waste water treatment plants.

Marechal DSN Plugs – Compact & Watertight Decontactor
Industrial plugs & socket-outlets
safe watertight connectors up to IP66/IP67
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EXPERTS IN EQUIPMENT FOR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
leaders in ATEX Innovation To The Hazardous Area Industries
Thorne & Derrick are leaders in the development and distribution of Product Innovations that deliver significant improvements to clients plant, people and operational safety in the explosive atmosphere industries.
Your proactive problem solvers experienced in succession planning for the replacement of obsolete, non-conformant and legacy equipment in hazardous areas.
Your first-choice provider of innovative and competitive solutions to ensure ATEX & IECEx Compliance for Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment to UK and international projects.
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Plugs Sockets Connectors Decontactors | Distributed in UK by Thorne & Derrick
fire resistant PLUGS FOR Power Supply To Emergency Lighting, Jet Fans & Security Recess
- By Chris Dodds : estimated reading time 4 minutes
Marechal offers a full range of fire resistant plugs, sockets and boxes suitable for use within confined spaces and working environments such as road and rail tunnels.
As these environments can be extremely corrosive due to heavy pollution, cleaning, road debris, smoke and heat generated in the event of a fire, it is critical that installed electrical equipment is compliant with European standards with respect to fire resistance and flame retardancy.
Fire resistant plugs, sockets & electrical boxes
Applications
- Standard lighting
- Emergency lighting
- Jet fans
- Security recess for fire brigades

Marechal F400 – Fire Resistant Plug & Socket Outlets for jet fans and smoke extractors
fire performance plug-sockets
& electrical boxes
Reliability and conformity of installations

Supply circuits for emergency lighting installed in tunnels must meet the following requirements:
- EN 50362 European Standard, French government Directive No. 2000-63 of 25 August 2000 on safety in tunnels and national road network, NF C 32-070 French standard, Guides CETU defining the fire behaviour of road tunnels. Method of test for resistance to fire of larger unprotected power and control cables for use in emergency circuits
To meet these requirements, Marechal plugs and sockets and boxes have been tested and certified by C.S.T.B France (Centre Scientifique et Technique du Bâtiment), and IMQ laboratory in Italy.
Suited materials for the users’ safety

Marechal’s plugs and sockets and boxes are corrosion resistant and shockproof (IK09) ensuring maximum electrical safety is achieved. In the event of a fire, Marechal’s plugs and sockets do not produce any halogen gases or smoke and meet all the requirements of aggressive environments (humidity, corrosion, pollution) both in industrial sectors, hazardous areas and road infrastructures.
Optimised maintenance and washing

All electrical boxes and connectors are watertight and withstand the use of high-pressure washing during tunnel maintenance.
Ease of intervention for emergency services

The boxes have specially been developed in collaboration with emergency services specialising in tunnel rescue.
ATEX Certification For Hazardous Areas

Marechal also manufacture plugs and sockets for explosive atmospheres in accordance with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU and used in Zones 1 and 2 (gas) and Zone 21 and Zone 22 (dust) including the DXN ATEX plug and sockets.
Marechal References
A6B Paris, France
- Power supply to luminaires and electrical continuity of the main cable (CR1-C1 cable).
Subway Paris – Extension Line 12, France
- Power supply to luminaires.
A89 EST BALBIGNY -TOUR DE SALVIGNY, France

Marechal Plugs & Sockets For Tunnels – Bussière, Violay & Chalosset
- Connection of standard and emergency lighting.
BRESSANONNE and FORLI, Italy

- Connection of standard and emergency lighting.
- Power supply to jet fans.
INDRA, Spain
- Emergency lighting systems and fans to Tunnel Dos Valires, Andorra.
CALLE M30, Spain
- Power supply to emergency lighting to M30 – A3 Tunnel
HINDHEAD TUNNEL, United Kingdom

- Power supply to emergency lighting systems and jet fan connectors.
Electrical connectors & boxes
- Express Boxes for Standard Lighting
- Fire Resistant Express Boxes for Emergency Lighting – up to 920°C
- Marechal F400 Wall Mounting Socket-Outlet for Jet Fans
- Marechal PNC Connectors for Lighting Devices
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EXPERTS IN EQUIPMENT FOR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
leaders in ATEX Innovation To The Hazardous Area Industries
Thorne & Derrick are leaders in the development and distribution of Product Innovations that deliver significant improvements to clients plant, people and operational safety in the explosive atmosphere industries.
Your proactive problem solvers experienced in succession planning for the replacement of obsolete, non-conformant and legacy equipment in hazardous areas.
Your first-choice provider of innovative and competitive solutions to ensure ATEX & IECEx Compliance for Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment to UK and international projects.
Control Panels | Plugs | Isolators | Enclosures & Junction Boxes | Lighting | Control Stations | Motor Starters | Heat Trace | Gas Detection | Flame Detection | Process Instrumentation | Process Heating | Ventilation Fans | Security Access ControlÂ

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Plugs Sockets Connectors Decontactors | Distributed in UK by Thorne & Derrick
Connect Production Machines, Conveyors, Motors, Pumps & packaging units
- By Chris Dodds : estimated reading time 6 minutes
Marechal plugs and sockets are waterproof, designed to withstand airborne and permanent humidity found within the food and beverage industry.
In the food and beverage industry electrical safety is critical where plant and machinery is subject to daily deep cleaning, high pressure water spray and steam cleaning.
Electrical power plugs and installations must be protected from water and dust ingress, impact shock and resist microbiological contamination in hazardous area applications.
Electrical safety
Live Disconnect Plugs
Decontactor = Plug + Socket + Motor Load Make/Break Switch
Marechal plugs & sockets can be disconnected under full load for planned maintenance or rapid change out of equipment during plant shutdowns without need for separate isolators and associated hard-wiring.
The decontactor from Marechal is supplied with an integral load-break switch offering technical benefits including quality contact, safe disconnection under load, watertight seal (up to IP68) and power supply reliability.
Marechal Plugs & Sockets For The Food & Beverage Industry
Marechal plugs and sockets are designed to suit all food and beverage industry applications and are fitted with a built-in switching function called a Decontactor which allows the plug and socket to be connected and disconnected with ease, under load, and without risk of electrocution to workers.
power plug Applications
- Electrical connection of mobile pumps and water jet hoses
- Connecting conveyors, cutting machines (slicers, mincers) and local control stations
- Electrical power supply to production machines, mixers, packaging units, fans, tanks
- Silos and bulk storage vessels (eg grain stores with Zone 21/22 explosive dust atmospheres)

Users can quickly and simply connect and disconnect Marechal plugs and sockets either from the wall-mounted electrical outlets or cable coupler to machinery such as conveyors, control stations, packaging units and silos.
Marechal DSN Plugs & Sockets
The Solution to your power requirements
Marechal DSN plugs and sockets are specified throughout the food processing and production industry for low voltage power distribution with current ratings 20A-63A.
DSN plugs provide IP66/67/69 ingress protection for resistance to intensive and deep cleaning associated with pressure power washing of food hygiene areas, including CIP (Cleaning in Place).
IK08 Shock Resistant Plugs
Marechal DSN plug and sockets provide unequalled strength over time and and have an impact resistant GRP casing providing IK08 shock resistance and protection against mechanical impacts up to 5 joules, guaranteeing robust, fast and safe operation during maintenance work – compliant with the IEC EN 60309-1 standard and the European Low Voltage Directive.
DSN range of plugs and sockets are watertight, robust, resistant to chemicals and steam cleaning – ideal for all your food plant safety needs, allowing your production facilities to be as efficient as possible without risk of unplanned downtime caused by sub-standard specification plugs and sockets.
Chemical Resistance
Marechal plugs and sockets are manufactured from highest quality advanced materials with excellent resistance to aggressive chemicals, cleaning solutions, saline solutions, diluted acids, hydrocarbons, mineral oils and alcoholic substances for use in highly corrosive atmospheres.

Butt pin contacts enable the Marechal DSN plug to be safely disconnected on full load – no requirements for separate local isolators.
For humid & corrosive environments – steam cleaning
Silver-nickel butt contacts resist corrosion even after years of operation and the automatic socket seal resists steam cleaning, water jetting and corrosive chemicals and detergents.
Simple operation in fatty or humid environments
Even if wearing protective gloves the operator can simply press the release button to eject the plug and a quarter turn removes the now “dead” plug from its socket. For extra safety in-line connections are also switched off.
Daily shutdown and machine mobility
Acts as local isolation, padlocking available ON/OFF.
Robust requirements

The glassfibre-reinforced (GRP) casings protect against mechanical damage up to 5 joules (IK08) and have an operating temperature of -40°C and +60°C.
ATEX Certification For Hazardous Areas

Marechal also manufacture plugs and sockets for explosive atmospheres in accordance with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU and used in Zones 1 and 2 (gas) and Zone 21 and Zone 22 (dust) including the DXN ATEX plug and sockets.
marechal References
Eckes Granini, France

Marechal plugs and sockets for manufacturing of fruit juices.
- Provide power to pumps (near tanks)
- Equipment of stainless steel boxes to provide machines to load/unload and prepare fruit juices
Marechal’s DSN plugs and sockets provided Eckes Granini with a robust solution for their production plant which manufactures fruit juice brands including Joker, Rea and Granini.
Due to the constant presence of moisture from the production process and high pressure cleaning, the plugs and sockets needed to be water and dust tight and protected against corrosion from chemical products and detergents, temperature variations and shocks.
Lactalis, France

Marechal plugs and sockets for dairy industry
- Providing power to pumps in order to mix milk and dairy by-products
- Supplying power to cleaning stations for tanks
Marechal supplied a flexible and mobile solution allowing pump maintenance and overhaul to be carried out every 6 weeks and the keying positions of the DSN3 allowed for the right connection of plugs and sockets for cleaning stations.
Findus, France
- Fish packing plants
- Power supply to coating and breading machines
Alcass, Italy

Marechal plugs and sockets for meat packaging and frozen meals
- Power supply to production process with plugs and socket on extension cable
Legumex, Belgium

Marechal plugs and sockets for fresh vegetable wholesaler
- Transport and storage of fresh fruits and vegetables
- Power supply to conveyors, production control and packaging machines
Molkerei Alois Muller GMBH & Co. KG, Germany
- Milk industry
- Installation and power supply to vaporizers in the storage for milk powder, electrical connections for the dairy process
Stolle Machinery, United States and Brazil

Marechal plugs and sockets for tinned food production
- Power supply to production process, vaporisers, testers for the production of food and beverage cans
Image: Stolle Machinery

Marechal DSN Plugs – Compact & Watertight Decontactor
Industrial plugs & socket-outlets
safe watertight connectors up to IP66/IP67
More Marechal

Plugs | Sockets | Decontactors | Connectors | ATEX IECEx | Explosion Proof

EXPERTS IN EQUIPMENT FOR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
leaders in ATEX Innovation To The Hazardous Area Industries
Thorne & Derrick are leaders in the development and distribution of Product Innovations that deliver significant improvements to clients plant, people and operational safety in the explosive atmosphere industries.
Your proactive problem solvers experienced in succession planning for the replacement of obsolete, non-conformant and legacy equipment in hazardous areas.
Your first-choice provider of innovative and competitive solutions to ensure ATEX & IECEx Compliance for Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment to UK and international projects.
Control Panels | Plugs | Isolators | Enclosures & Junction Boxes | Lighting | Control Stations | Motor Starters | Heat Trace | Gas Detection | Flame Detection | Process Instrumentation | Process Heating | Ventilation Fans | Security Access ControlÂ

Competitive Prices | Extensive Stocks | Technical Support | Express Delivery