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TechTalks: Five challenges electricians say are shaping...
As CEF turns 75, it explores the biggest challenges facing electricians, according to attendees at its...
Voltimum News
Welcome to Voltimum's News area, updated daily with all the latest news from the electrical industry.
Electric Vehicle Charging and the Role of Residual Current...
Busbar Systems: A Complete Guide to Busbar Trunking in...
Busbar trunking is reshaping electrical distribution. Here's what contractors and specifiers need to know...
PAT Testing for UK Electricians: A Guide to Compliance and...
PAT testing just got more digital. Here's what UK electricians need to know about compliance, testing methods,...
Smart Home Automation Systems: A Multi-Protocol Guide for UK...
Discover how smart home automation is transforming modern electrical installations. Learn about...
Power Factor Correction & Harmonics: A Complete Guide for...
Learn how harmonics, power factor correction, solar PV and modern non-linear loads affect electrical...
Surge protection devices in electrical distribution: A...
A technical guide to surge protection devices: how SPDs work, BS 7671 requirements, Type 1/2/3 selection,...
What Is a Building Management System (BMS)? Components & How...
A technical guide to building management systems: how BMS components work, key protocols, network design,...
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Amendment 4 changes to testing in a medical location
The IET Wiring Regulations is the safety standard for fixed low voltage(LV) electrical installations and are...
Does an RCCB Type B trip on DC?
We have witnessed an increase in reports from several well-informed installers relating to type B’s that do...
BS EN 60947-3 Distribution Switchgear: AC-20 to AC-23...
Distribution switchgear to BS EN 60947-3 defines the requirements for low-voltage switchgear and control gear,...
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How can you improve your PAT/EET Testing?
Electrical equipment and appliances must be regularly tested to ensure safety and comply with regulations....
Do MCB's exsist?
For anyone entering the electrical trade, learning about MCB’s is a fundamental first step.
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Complete guide to RCBOs, how they work, and why electricians...
RCBO’s are becoming the preferred choice for modern electrical installations thanks to their reliability,...
STOP. No Check. No Contact! Martindale Electric launches new...
Safe isolation is the cornerstone of electrical safety, and it is a rigorous process, but other hazards can...
Formal Visual Inspections: Critical for effective PAT/EET...
A Formal Visual Inspection serves as the first stage of the Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) or Electrical...
Safe Isolation: Protecting lives on site
Steve Dunning, Managing Director of Martindale Electric, highlights why safe isolation is the foundation of...
Selecting and using socket testers effectively
Socket outlet testers—commonly referred to as socket testers—are widely used by electricians and electrical...
Staying ‘ALIVE’ to safe isolation processes
A number of leading sources working across the electrical industry report that injuries caused by electrical...
Getting Portable Appliance Testing off PAT: (12 potential...
Steve Dunning, Managing Director of Martindale Electric, looks at how to ensure you are carrying out...
BS 5839-1: 2025 updates
Jake Green, Head of Technical Engagement with Scolmore Group, looks in detail at a number of key changes in...
Electrical Accessories for high impact areas
Providing contractors with valuable information to help them keep up to date, Click Scolmore looks at...
Fault currents
In any electrical system a fault to Earth or a fault between live conductors will generate a fault current....
It’s important to have the right support
Jake Green, Head of Technical Engagement with Scolmore Group, takes a look at some of the ways to avoid...