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AEI Cables is to provide cabling for the fire alarm system of Sunderland's Civic Centre. Over 7,500 metres of 1.5v two-core enhanced cabling will be installed at the Civic Centre. The 1.5 two-core enhanced cable is appropriate where risk assessments have been completed and there is an agreement that a softskin cable with a lower survival capability than a mineral insulated product can be installed. AEI Cables Firetec Enhanced is pliable, relatively easy to install and ideal for demanding or complex situations meeting all the requirements of BS5839. Derek Mansfield, managing director of AEI, said: 'We are the only cable producer to offer the full range of fire performance cables. Our customers buy products and services from an informed position.'