Low voltage switchgear selection: key considerations
With the second amendment of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2018) around the corner, ECA...
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A handy guide to EICRs
Gary Parker, ECA Technical Manager, gives an overview of the codes that make up those all-important electrical...
New engineering services alliance to champion change
The £multi-billion UK engineering services sector is launching a major new industry alliance of eight...
Is my TT system correct for two EV charging points?
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user on best practice for EV earthing solutions.
Am I using the correct cable for shore supply connections in...
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user regarding what the 18th Edition says about cable...
Should I install a PEN monitoring device on a problematic...
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user regarding outside conduit and BS7671 guidance.
Terminating supply to outbuilding; is it acceptable to...
A Voltimum user has been asked to terminate an SWA supply to a new external building. Our ECA expert answers...
Lack of access to earth electrode; can I provide a...
Our ECA expert assists a Voltimum user with a question about lack of access to an electrode, and whether...
Is it permissible to bond pipe outside a gas meter box?
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user regarding bonding outside a gas meter box and the...
Can I diversify electric showers and heat pumps?
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user regarding electric showers and heat pumps in...
Do I need to adhere to regulation 522.6.204 when...
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user on cable installation regulations.
What is the EICR perspective on green goo?
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user regarding green goo and EICRs.
Is RCD protection necessary?
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user regarding the necessity of RCD protection.
Is this the correct way to do a three phase supply to a...
Our ECA expert offers advice to a Voltimum user on the challenges faced when working on a domestic property.
Do I record the highest value obtained on my RCD readings?
Our ECA expert helps out a Voltimum user with a question on the best way to deal with a technical conundrum.
Where is the correct place to fit Henley blocks in my...
Our ECA expert answers the question from a Voltimum user regarding Henley blocks and consumer units.
Who is responsible for thermostats in a new build project?...
Our expert answers the question from a Voltimum user regarding new build project responsibilities.
Power from the people: an introduction to the world of...
For most electrotechnical professionals, the world of work will have changed considerably over the last few...
Why is it recommended to fix FP200 every 300mm horizontally?
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user on FP200 cable and best practice surrounding cable...
What is the key difference between limitation and not...
Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user on EICR Schedule of Inspection BS 7671.
Can one cable multi-core be used to carry the 4-20 signals...
Our expert answers a question on the best process to help cut down installation time on an upcoming project of...
If I upgrade switch/fuse units to a consumer unit how will...
An ECA expert discusses a consumer unit upgrade and which areas need to be taken into consideration.
Can I use flexible cable on lighting installations?
Our ECA expert answers a question surrounding the usage of flexible cable in lighting installations.
Can I install a socket in a cabinet in a room with a shower?
Our expert answers a question from a Voltimum user about the legality of installing a socket in a specific...