by Razvan Fatu | 27th Apr, 2018 | Installation testing
The 18th Edition of Wiring Regulations (British Standard BS7671) will be released to the public on the 1st of July 2018 and will become mandatory starting the 1st of January 2019. Compared to the 17th Edition, the new wiring regulations will bring changes in 4 main...
by Razvan Fatu | 20th Feb, 2018 | Installation testing
For the same price as a standalone multifunction tester, Martindale’s new ET4000 Series bundles include the two essential tools for all contactors free of charge, the Martindale VT25 two pole voltage tester and the new LOKKITBASE locking off kit. The limited edition...
by Guy Brown | 23rd May, 2016 | Installation testing
Fluke and Megger have recently updated their range of 17th Edition Multifunction Installation Testers and go head-to-head with both introducing three new models to market. For Fluke the new model numbers are: 1662 – Entry level basic installation tester, three...
by Razvan Fatu | 17th Mar, 2016 | Installation testing
New stiffer penalties introduced Feb 2016 for non compliance Emphasis changed such that fines apply to putting employees at risk, not just accidents Imprisonment more likely for directors, managers, employees Higher fines up to £10M for large companies who have a high...
by Mark Fuller | 1st Sep, 2015 | Installation testing
Health & Safety Executive GS38 guidance note is aimed at people (including electricians, electrical contractors, test supervisors, technicians, managers, tradespeople and/or appliance retailers/repairers etc) who use electrical test equipment on low voltage...
by Martindale Electric | 15th Apr, 2015 | Installation testing
In line with the recent changes to the model forms for electrical installation verification and certification, the number of tick boxes for the schedule of items inspected will go up from 44 to 120. Other changes to the minor electrical installation works certificate...
