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    Enclotek was originally a technical collaboration with which Spanish enclosure company?

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  • 2. 

    Himel is now a subsidiary of which large French MNC?

    Explanation
    Himel is now a subsidiary of Schneider Electric, a large French multinational corporation.

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  • 3. 

    CPRI stands for?

    Explanation
    CPRI stands for Central Power Research Institute. This is an organization that conducts research and development in the field of power systems and electrical equipment. They provide technical services, testing, and certification of power equipment to ensure their safety and reliability. The CPRI plays a crucial role in the power sector by promoting efficient and sustainable power generation, transmission, and distribution systems.

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  • 4. 

    IP stands for 

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Ingress Protection." Ingress Protection refers to the degree of protection provided by an enclosure against the intrusion of solid objects (such as dust) and liquids (such as water). It is a standard classification system used to rate the level of protection offered by various electronic devices and equipment against these external factors.

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  • 5. 

    What is a USP

    Explanation
    A USP is used to describe how a company differentiates itself from the competition.

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  • 6. 

    Algypug is headquartered in which country?

    • UK

    • Canada

    • USA

    • India

    Correct Answer
    A. UK
    Explanation
    Algypug is headquartered in the UK because the question asks for the country where Algypug's headquarters is located, and the correct answer is UK.

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  • 7. 

    Which company did Algypug acquire to enter into India?

    • Algypug India

    • Himel

    • Schneider Electric

    • Enclotek

    Correct Answer
    A. Enclotek
    Explanation
    Algypug acquired Enclotek Ready Panels Ltd, a publicly listed manufacturer of standard enclosures.

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  • 8. 

    Algypug's products have been tried and tested for more than

    • 25 years

    • 30 years

    • 35 years

    • 40 years

    • 45 years

    Correct Answer
    A. 40 years
    Explanation
    Algypug's product line was acquired from Himel, which is now a part of Schneider Electric. The product legacy is now 45 years of tireless product improvements.

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  • 9. 

    An enclosure is:

    • A generic word that applies to any system that houses electrical or electronic items

    • A CRCA sheet-metal, fabricated box

    • A control panel for housing instrumentation and automation items

    • A part of a line-up of panels or control desks

    Correct Answer
    A. A generic word that applies to any system that houses electrical or electronic items
    Explanation
    Enclosures do not always have to be fabricated from CRCA
    An enclosure is not only control panels
    An might be part of a line-up of panels or control desks, but that is not a complete definition

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  • 10. 

    Indicate whether the following statement is true:

    • "All control panels are enclosures, but not all enclosures are control panels"

    • "All enclosures are control panels, but not all control panels are enclosures"

    Correct Answer
    A. "All control panels are enclosures, but not all enclosures are control panels"
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "All control panels are enclosures, but not all enclosures are control panels." This means that every control panel is a type of enclosure, but not all enclosures are control panels. In other words, control panels are a subset of enclosures, but there are other types of enclosures that are not control panels.

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  • 11. 

    Algypug products cater to which sector?

    • Power and automation

    • Power, automation and telecom

    • Power, electrical and automation

    • Power, automation and enclosures

    Correct Answer
    A. Power, automation and telecom
    Explanation
    Algypug Enclosures's products cater primarily to the power, automation and telecom sectors.

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  • 12. 

    Enclotek was incorporated in _____.  Algypug acquired Enclotek in ______

    • 1996, 2008

    • 1995, 2008

    • 1994, 2009

    • 1994, 2008

    Correct Answer
    A. 1995, 2008
    Explanation
    Enclotek was incorporated in 1995 and Algypug acquired Enclotek in 2008.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the following is true?  Algypug has the following:

    • Technical collaboration in Montreal

    • Corporate Head Office in London

    • Manufacturing in San Francisco

    • Sales in Toronto

    Correct Answer
    A. Corporate Head Office in London
    Explanation
    Toronto:  Technical collaboration with Hammond Manufacturing
    San Francisco:  Sales
    Montreal:  Sales
    London:  Corporate Head Office

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  • 14. 

    What is Algypug's Vision?

    • Algypug’s vision is to be the most technically competent, cost-competitive supplier of standard and special enclosures, with the shortest delivery lead-times, in all the regions that we operate.

    • Algypug’s vision is to be the most cost-competitive supplier of standard and special enclosures, with the shortest delivery lead-times, in all the regions that we operate.

    • Algypug’s vision is to be the most technically competent, cost-competitive supplier of standard, special and customised enclosures, with the shortest delivery lead-times, in all the regions that we operate.

    • Algypug’s vision is to be the most technically competent, cost-competitive supplier of standard, special and customised enclosures, with the shortest design lead-times, in all the regions that we operate.

    • Algypug’s vision is to be the most technically competent, cost-competitive supplier of standard, special and customised enclosures, with the shortest design lead-times, in most of the regions that we operate.

    Correct Answer
    A. Algypug’s vision is to be the most technically competent, cost-competitive supplier of standard and special enclosures, with the shortest delivery lead-times, in all the regions that we operate.
    Explanation
    Read the wording of your answer and the correct answer very very carefully. It is extremely important you understand the subtle differences. Each and every word has been carefully thought about and needs to be fully understood - if you are in any doubts, please ask.

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  • 15. 

    Which of the following are global customers of Algypug and related group companies?

    • US Air Force

    • World Food Programme

    • BP

    • Microsoft

    • Exxon

    • UK Ministry of Defence

    • Afghan Wireless

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. US Air Force
    A. World Food Programme
    A. BP
    A. Exxon
    A. UK Ministry of Defence
    A. Afghan Wireless
    Explanation
    The global customers of Algypug and related group companies include US Air Force, World Food Programme, BP, Exxon, UK Ministry of Defence, and Afghan Wireless.

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  • 16. 

    What is Algypug's Mission?

    • Algypug’s mission is to design and manufacture value- and application-engineered, safe and durable standard, special and customised enclosures for the power, automation and telecom sectors.

    • Algypug’s mission is to design and manufacture value- and application-engineered, safe and durable standard and special enclosures for the power, automation and telecom sectors.

    • Algypug’s mission is to design and manufacture value- and application-engineered and safe standard and special enclosures for the power, automation and telecom sectors.

    • Algypug’s mission is to manufacture value- and application-engineered, safe and durable standard and special enclosures for the power, automation and telecom sectors.

    • Algypug’s mission is to design and manufacture value- and application-engineered, safe and durable standard and special enclosures for the automation and telecom sectors.

    Correct Answer
    A. Algypug’s mission is to design and manufacture value- and application-engineered, safe and durable standard and special enclosures for the power, automation and telecom sectors.
    Explanation
    Read the wording of your answer and the correct answer very very carefully. It is extremely important you understand the subtle differences. Each and every word has been carefully thought about and needs to be fully understood - if you are in any doubts, please ask.

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  • 17. 

    Algypug makes which of the following enclosures

    • Standard

    • Special

    • Customised

    • Specialized

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Standard
    A. Special
    A. Customised
    Explanation
    Algypug makes standard, special and customised enclosures. There is no such thing as a 'specialized' enclosure. It is properly call 'special' enclosure'.

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  • 18. 

    Which of the following are Algypug's Basic USPs

    • Proven European Designs

    • Open Punch Profile

    • Sheet Metal Hinge

    • Faster deliveries

    • Price competitiveness

    • 3D design services

    • 48 Hour customer service response

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Proven European Designs
    A. Faster deliveries
    A. Price competitiveness
    A. 3D design services
    Explanation
    Open punch profile and sheet metal hinges are not basic USPs as they apply to specific products. Algypug also commits to responding to complaints within 24 hours, not 48 hours.

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  • 19. 

    Which of the following is also true about Algypug?

    • Algypug is an ISO 9001:2008 company

    • Algypug uses a highly customised and advanced Force.com ERP system

    • Dhruva Talwalkar isn't a Promoter

    • Ben Merton has been the Managing Director since 2011

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Algypug is an ISO 9001:2008 company
    A. Algypug uses a highly customised and advanced Force.com ERP system
    A. Ben Merton has been the Managing Director since 2011
    Explanation
    Dhruva Talwalkar is a founder Director of Algypug and a member of the Kirloskar family. He owns and runs Universal Power Transformers, one of Algypug's customers.

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  • 20. 

    What is Algypug's Strategy?

    • To establish ourselves as the preferred supplier of standard, special and customised enclosures to our target 25 repeat customers, to focus on a maximum of 3 customised accounts, and to implement low-cost passive marketing techniques to build our brand and a consistent order base for our standard products with minimal/zero credit risk.

    • To establish ourselves as the preferred supplier of standard and special enclosures to our target 30 repeat customers, to focus on a maximum of 3 customised accounts, and to implement low-cost passive marketing techniques to build our brand and a consistent order base for our standard products with minimal/zero credit risk.

    • To establish ourselves as the preferred supplier of standard and special enclosures to our target 25 repeat customers, to focus on a maximum of 5 customised accounts, and to implement low-cost passive marketing techniques to build our brand and a consistent order base for our standard products with minimal/zero credit risk.

    • To establish ourselves as the preferred supplier of standard and special enclosures to our target 25 repeat customers, to focus on a maximum of 3 customised accounts, and to implement low-cost passive marketing techniques to build our brand and a consistent order base for our standard products with minimal/zero credit risk.

    • To establish ourselves as the preferred supplier of standard and special enclosures to our target 25 repeat customers, to focus on a maximum of 3 customised accounts, and to implement low-cost passive marketing techniques to build our brand and a consistent order base for our standard and special products with minimal/zero credit risk.

    Correct Answer
    A. To establish ourselves as the preferred supplier of standard and special enclosures to our target 25 repeat customers, to focus on a maximum of 3 customised accounts, and to implement low-cost passive marketing techniques to build our brand and a consistent order base for our standard products with minimal/zero credit risk.
    Explanation
    Read the wording of your answer and the correct answer very very carefully. It is extremely important you understand the subtle differences. Each and every word has been carefully thought about and needs to be fully understood - if you are in any doubts, please ask.

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  • 21. 

    Which of the following are Algypug's competitors in standard products

    • MPP

    • Rittal

    • Hoffman

    • Fabionix

    • APW President

    • Glastronix

    • BCH India

    • Elsteel

    • Eldon

    • Adarsh Controls

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Rittal
    A. Hoffman
    A. APW President
    A. BCH India
    A. Elsteel
    A. Eldon
    Explanation
    Rittal, Eldon, BCH and APW are the biggest players in the standard enclosure space. Elsteel is present but is based out of Sri Lanka. All the other players are considered 'local fabricators', although they may have some standard product lines.

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  • 22. 

    Which of the following are some of the sectors that Algypug products are used in

    • Oil & Gas

    • Sugar

    • Paper & Pulp

    • Food Processing

    • Machine Tools

    • SPMs

    • Infrastructure

    • Chemicals

    • Process Automation

    • Power Generation

    • Power Distribution

    • Textiles

    • Automotive

    • Pharmaceutical

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Oil & Gas
    A. Sugar
    A. Paper & Pulp
    A. Food Processing
    A. Machine Tools
    A. SPMs
    A. Infrastructure
    A. Chemicals
    A. Process Automation
    A. Power Generation
    A. Power Distribution
    A. Textiles
    A. Automotive
    A. Pharmaceutical
    Explanation
    Algypug products are used in all the above-mentioned industry sectors, and more...

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  • 23. 

    Indicate which companies listed below have NOT been Algypug customers

    • GE

    • BHEL

    • ABB

    • Yokogawa

    • Siemens

    • Schneider Electric

    • Allen Bradley

    • Rockwell Automation

    • Bosch

    • Festo

    • Kirloksar

    • Tata

    Correct Answer
    A. Rockwell Automation
    Explanation
    Allen Bradley is now called Rockwell Automation. Algypug has not supplied to Rockwell since the change, but used to supply when they were Allen Bradley.

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  • 24. 

    Which of the following are some key considerations when designing enclosures?

    • Designed to stop idiots getting electrocuted

    • Designed to protect from dust / moisture

    • Designed to protect against earthquakes

    • Designed to look good

    • Designed to increase weight wherever possible for stability

    • Designed to be flexible/modular

    • Designed to meet certain load-bearing requirements

    • Designed to reduce the space available inside the enlosure

    • Designed to ensure that the door opens to a minimum angle

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Designed to stop idiots getting electrocuted
    A. Designed to protect from dust / moisture
    A. Designed to protect against earthquakes
    A. Designed to look good
    A. Designed to be flexible/modular
    A. Designed to meet certain load-bearing requirements
    A. Designed to ensure that the door opens to a minimum angle
    Explanation
    1. Enclosures are designed to use the minimum amount of material to achieve the specifications. Extra material = extra cost.
    2. Enclosures are designed to MAXIMISE the space available inside the enclosure

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