Dear Valued Partner,
What’s inside this month:
Opportunities are building and June is about acting early. This edition of Distributor News highlights where to focus, from a summary of key Clipsal innovations to the launch of the new MAX9 MAXBAR range, designed to support faster installs and growing demand. We also wrap up AMPED26, showcasing the strong engagement across the network and the momentum building in market. With the On‑the‐Go Learning Centre now in QLD and continued focus on the Solis premium opportunity, there are clear ways to strengthen your in-branch offer. You’ll also find updates on mySchneider training and EV Chargers, helping your team stay ready for what’s next.
A summary of Clipsal Innovation so far this year!
Clipsal proudly leads the electrical industry with a central focus on innovation, collaboration & continuous improvement — delivering solutions designed with Australian electricians, for Australian conditions.
This year’s launches reflect a clear commitment to making installations faster, safer, and more efficient while evolving trusted ranges to meet the changing needs of the trade.
At the core of every 2026 release is real-world collaboration. Clipsal products are developed alongside electricians to ensure faster install times, smarter design features, and reliable performance on-site. This means every new product is practical, intuitive, and job-ready from day one. See below for a list of 2026 Product Highlights.
2026 Product Highlights
357 Series Screws and Driver Bits
Installation fixings & tools designed for job-readiness. Speed up installs with precision and durability.
413E Surface Sockets
The OG, but now better! The same reliable Clipsal surface socket, now with greater versatility, robustness, and easier installation.
MAX9 Switchboards
Unlock the complete MAX9 system experience with our new switchboards tougher, faster, simpler, more spacious and complete.
Assembled Iconic Styl & Essence
Premium looks with fully assembled convenience: a simpler way to purchase our Iconic Styl and Essence ranges.
How we innovate at Clipsal
Continuous Evolution, Not Just Innovation: Beyond new launches, Clipsal remains focused on refining existing ranges, improving the installer experience, and responding to feedback from the field ensuring the portfolio evolves in line with how electricians actually work.
Designed for Australia: Every Clipsal solution is built with local conditions in mind. Meeting Australian standards, installation practices and environmental demands while delivering products you can trust across every job, every day.
The Takeaway: Clipsal 2026 is about smarter, faster, better installs. From small innovations to major system solutions, every launch is focused on helping electricians work more efficiently and deliver better outcomes.
New product launch details
NEW Iconic Styl and Essence Assembled
Iconic Styl and Essence are now fully assembled, giving our customers an easy purchasing option for popular items (limited references). Existing covers are still available in Styl and Essence to allow customers with an existing Iconic install the option to upgrade/change the look of their Switches & Sockets. Key Features of this launch:
- Fully Assembled: The Iconic Styl and Essence switches (1-6 Gang) and Sockets (Twin and Twin with extra Switch) can be purchased as complete items.
- Ordering: Makes ordering and purchasing simpler of the more popular items for both Wholesalers and Electricians.
- Sustainability: The fully assembled product reduces packaging waste and the need to throw away covers that would have been swapped out previously.
Make your electrician customers lives easier and stock up now.
Smoke Alarm Transition and NEW Heat Alarms
Engineered for long-term reliability, these alarms minimise call-backs and reduce maintenance issues, helping keep projects on schedule and lowering lifetime costs. Features include:
- Less false alarms due to its unique dual emission smoke chamber.
- Retrofittable onto our existing base for maintenance and serviceability.
- New Design
- 10-year warranty.
Our new Heat Alarm will be launching in mid July 2026. Our new Smoke Alarms will be launching soon — stay tuned for more updates on this! See below for a list of Commercial References (CRs).
| Reference | Description | Replaces Cat No. |
|---|---|---|
| 755HA5L | Heat Alarm, Surface, 220-240V a.c., Lithium Battery | -- |
| 755PSMA5L | Photoelectric Smoke Alarm, Surface, 220-240V a.c., Lithium Battery | 755RLPSMA4 |
| 755PSMA5L | Photoelectric Smoke Alarm, Surface, 220-240V a.c. | 755PSMA4 |
| 755RB5 | Alarm Accessory, Relay Base, 220-240V a.c. | 755RB |
Launching the NEW MAX9 MAXBAR range
We’re pleased to introduce the new range of MAX9 MAXBARs, purpose‐built to suit the newly launched MAX9 Switchboards range. Designed as a core part of the MAX9 system, the new MAXBAR range ensures seamless integration with MAX9 devices and switchboards — delivering faster, cleaner and more professional installations on site.
We also heard your feedback on the previous MAXBAR packaging, and to make product identification easier in branch and on shelves, we’ve now added a label on the side face of packaging box for quicker and simpler identification.
We’re excited to bring this next evolution to market and look forward to your continued support as we build momentum with the MAX9 System and deliver real value to electricians. If you need any support or guidance on product selection, please reach out to your Clipsal Sales Rep.
See below for a list of key product features.
Key features of the new MAX9 MAXBAR
MAX Speed
- Up to 15× faster installation compared to traditional wiring
- Eliminates the need to individually feed each device
MAX Performance
- 100A rated system, built for reliable performance
- Designed to meet the demands of modern electrified homes
MAX Flexibility
- One busbar connects directly to the main switch and distributes actives and neutrals across all Clipsal RCBOs, Phase‐Neutral MCBs and AFDDs
- Simplifies wiring layout and reduces complexity
MAX Professionalism
- No cable connections required to feed final sub-circuits
- Enables cleaner, neater and more consistent board finishes
AMPED26 Recap
AMPED26 has officially wrapped up, bringing together Club Clipsal electricians from across Australia for a week focused on innovation, capability building, and connection.
Designed specifically for electricians, the event provided hands-on access to the latest Clipsal solutions through the Circuit, which showed them how Clipsal’s products apply in real-world residential & commercial scenarios. Alongside this, keynote speakers and breakout sessions delivered insights on leadership, resilience, and navigating the evolving industry landscape.
Importantly, AMPED plays a critical role in strengthening engagement with electricians, building confidence in Clipsal products, and motivating & educating attendees to take that back into their day-to-day work. For our wholesale partners, this translates into more informed conversations in branch, stronger product advocacy, and increased demand driven by educated, engaged customers.
Building relationships with Club Clipsal
Beyond the content, the event creates a unique opportunity to deepen relationships. Bringing electricians together in one place fosters a sense of community and loyalty within Club Clipsal, something that continues to drive repeat engagement, brand preference, and long-term growth across the channel.
The positive feedback and strong energy coming out of AMPED26 reinforces its ongoing impact, with attendees returning to market inspired, connected, and ready to take action. As we move forward, the momentum from AMPED26 continues, supporting stronger conversations in branch, increasing awareness of key product ranges, and creating new opportunities for growth across the wholesale network.
Encourage your customers to join Club Clipsal, unlocking exclusive experiences like AMPED while building stronger engagement and long-term value in your branch!
On-The-Go Learning Centre Lands in QLD
The On the Go Learning Centre (OTGLC) has been making its way from regional NSW into QLD, travelling from Wollongong through to Rockhampton.
So far, the OTGLC has visited over 40 locations, delivering hands-on training, showcasing new product launches, and sharing practical, real-world insights. And we’re not slowing down yet, with more than 20 locations still to visit, there’s plenty more to come!
Visit the OTGLC to see what's new and gain the insights you need to support your electrician customers with our ranges effectively. Next stop: visiting 10+ locations across WA very soon!
Now on display at the OTGLC: Clipsal Pro Series
Explore the Clipsal Pro Series, a heavy-duty, commercial-grade electrical range designed for high-traffic environments such as offices, schools, and retail spaces. Key features include:
- Permanent circuit identification with large integrated windows
- Secured skin that can only be removed with a tool
- Large terminals for easy termination
- A sleek, modern design featuring clean lines and bevelled edges to help deflect impacts
- Sockets rated at IK08 for enhanced impact resistance
Available in both white and black, the range blends seamlessly into any commercial environment.
The future is electric, are you ready to charge it?
EV demand is accelerating and customers are turning to electricians for simple, reliable home charging solutions. That means more enquiries are flowing straight into your branch. Schneider Electric’s home EV charging range makes it easy to support every job, from standard installs to smart, connected solutions.
Why It Matters for Your Customers? Home EV charging delivers:
- Convenience – charge overnight, ready to go
- Lower running costs vs public charging
- Greater reliability with no queues or downtime
Schneider Charge Home EV Charging Solutions
Schneider Charge is your go-to for straightforward residential installs:
- 7.4–22kW charging options
- Built-in safety protections
- Simple installation and commissioning
Schneider Charge Pro takes it further with advanced features for smarter energy management:
- Connectivity options (Wi-Fi/4G) and app integration
- RFID access control for secure usage
- OCPP compatibility for fleet and energy management
Stock Up and Stay Ahead
EV charging isn’t a niche, it’s a growing category your customers are already asking for. By offering Schneider Charge and Charge Pro, you can support electricians with trusted, future-ready solutions and unlock new growth for your branch.
Making it possible with Solis™
Premium wiring devices are no longer niche, they’re a $36M category and growing, driven by luxury homes, major renovations and design-led builds. With Clipsal Solis, we have a premium offer built to win this space.
Electricians are actively being pulled into premium by homeowners, designers and builders, and Solis outperforms in every area they care about. Branches that show confidence in premium ranges and present stock to their customers become the destination. The opportunity isn’t just to stock Solis, it’s to own the premium conversation locally.
- Architectural horizontal design that immediately modernises any project
- Real materials and dynamic colours - Aluminium, Brushed Brass, Ceramic, Ebony, Matte Black, Matte White
- Toggle or push-button options for full design flexibility
- Ultra-thin, minimalist profile
- Fully compatible with Wiser Smart Home, making upsell conversations easy
- Designed in partnership with electricians to ensure ease of installation
- 40M Mech format compatibility
Stock Solis™ and own the premium conversation
Let’s talk through your branch’s premium opportunity, stock positioning and how we activate electricians in your area, speak to your Clipsal representative to get started. To learn more about this offer, click below to discover the Clipsal Solis™ Collection.
Training Registration with mySchneider
With an enhanced mySchneider user experience on the way, now is the perfect time to get up to speed and make the most of everything available to you. Whether you’re new to mySchneider or just need a refresher, our training sessions are designed to help you work smarter, serve your customers faster, and unlock the full value of our digital tools.
What you’ll learn:
- How to navigate and customise your mySchneider experience
- Quickly access price & availability information
- Track and manage orders with confidence
- Raise support cases for faster resolutions
- Plus, plenty of tips to boost efficiency across your day
Register for mySchneider training today
Our mySchneider training sessions are practical, easy to follow, and packed with features you may not even realise are available. We also offer Clipsal product trainings to help boost your business. Click below to register for mySchneider training and secure your spot today!