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The Excel Knowledge hub provides a central source of technical resources, guides and insights, helping you stay informed and deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions with confidence.
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to your most common questions in our comprehensive FAQs section. Covering topics such as copper and…
Complete Guide

Excel Encyclopaedia

The Excel Encyclopaedia has been designed to be educational and impart factual content to consultants, M&E…

1: Introduction

2: Plastic Free Packaging

3: Key Markets

4: Excel Website

5: Constructions Products Regulation

6: Third Party Verification

Excel Installations

Case Studies

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IDP Ingenieria, Medio Ambiente Y Arquitectura

Theatre Royal Norwich

The Millennium Airport Hotel

Wakefield One - Civic Centre

Walsall College

Writtle College

Technical insight

White Papers

Explore our comprehensive library of white papers, developed by Excel’s technical specialists to help you stay informed…

Intelligent and Joined Up

Blown Fibre - A Tube of Benefit

The Importance of Cleanliness when Handling Fibre

The New Critical Factor - Containment

Cabling Performance vs Component Conformance

Infrastructure Cabling for Future Buildings

Product Knowledge

Technical Notes

Our technical notes offer focused insight into specific Excel solutions and relevant industry topics, helping you…

Extended Distances

Overview of Multi-mode Optical Fibre Cables in Data Centre…

The Importance of Cabling Standards

Fibre Transmission Distances

Testing MPTL Link (RJ45 Socket to RJ45 Plug)

Excel XXX-219 Cat6a U/UTP Cables Manufactured with an…

Latest products

Product Updates

Stay up to date with our product updates, showcasing the latest additions to the Excel portfolio alongside key…

New Products Flyer - February 2026

New Products Flyer - November 2025

New Products Flyer - July 2025

New Products Flyer - February 2025

Best Practice

Installation Guidelines

Our comprehensive installation guidelines provide clear, best-practice advice to support the correct installation of…

Excel Installation Guidelines

Excel Fibre Installation Guidelines

Elevate HD Panel Installation Guide

Environ SR Assembly Instructions

Environ CR/ER Assembly Instructions

Excel CR/ER/SR Baying Instructions

Information

Catalogues & Brochures

Access a wide range of downloadable resources, including product catalogues and brochures designed to support you at…

Consultants Programme

CPR Pocket Guide

Excel Partner Programme Brochure

Excel Warranty Brochure

Excel System Overview

Excel's London Office

Excel YouTube

Video Resources

Excel YouTube Channel

The Excel YouTube channel gives you instant access to practical knowledge, expert advice, and real‑world demonstrations - all in one place.  
EPDs

Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)

Access our range of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for Excel products, providing clear, independently…

Excel Faceplates, Shutters and Adaptors

Excel 24/48 port Screened & Unscreened Keystone Patch…

Excel Cat6/6a Shielded and Unshielded Keystone jacks, 6…

Excel 1U Fibre Optic Patch Panels

Excel Environ WR600 Flat Packed Wall Rack Network Cabinet

Excel Environ floor-standing racks

CPR

Construction Products Regulation (CPR)

The Construction Products Regulation (CPR) sets out harmonised standards to assess the fire performance of cables,…

Understanding CPR

Clear guidance on the Constructions Products Regulation and what it means for Excel Cabling

CPR Euroclasses Explained

CPR Euroclasses provide a clear, standardised way to understand how cables perform in the event of a fire, helping you select the right solution for safe and compliant installations.