by Guy Brown | 17th Apr, 2026 | Enviromental Test Equipment, Test Equipment
Martindale BZ820-EV EV Socket Tester for EV Charging Point Checks EV charge points are now a routine part of electrical installations across homes, workplaces and public spaces. When installing or inspecting an EV charger, one of the first checks is confirming the...
by Guy Brown | 2nd Mar, 2026 | PAT Testing
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), also known as Electrical Equipment Testing (EET), isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about keeping people safe. While the 5th Edition of the IET Code of Practice put more emphasis on risk assessment (to avoid unnecessary testing),...
by Guy Brown | 2nd Mar, 2026 | Thermal / Acousting Imaging
In factories and workshops across the UK, compressed air, gas and vacuum systems keep production lines moving. They power everything from pneumatic tools and robotics to conveyors and packaging machines. But here’s the problem… leaks. Hidden behind...
by Guy Brown | 5th Feb, 2026 | Frequently Asked Questions, Safe Isolation
Let’s not sugar-coat it, electricity is dangerous and despite strict regulations, it’s still responsible for around 1,000 workplace incidents every year in the UK. Which is why proving dead before you work isn’t just important, it’s essential. What Does “Proving...
by Guy Brown | 5th Jan, 2026 | Frequently Asked Questions, PAT Testing
Even the pros slip up sometimes. Here’s how to avoid the most common traps of PAT testing that even the most experienced users can fall into. Avoiding these 12 mistakes can save time, hassle and most importantly, keep everyone safe. 1. Skipping the Visual Check Always...
