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‘Knowing and applying’ electrical safety procedures: Research highlights concerning trends in the UK trade
Martindale Electric
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‘Knowing and applying’ electrical safety procedures:...

New industry research from test equipment specialists Martindale Electric reveals that only 55% of...

Big grip, small pliers: The new KNIPEX TwinGrip XS
KNIPEX
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Big grip, small pliers: The new KNIPEX TwinGrip XS

The new KNIPEX TwinGrip XS packs front and side gripping power into a compact 100mm tool designed for tight...

Which PAT Tester should I buy? The Kewtech guide
Kewtech
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Which PAT Tester should I buy? The Kewtech guide

In a world where there is a paralysing abundance of choice, Kewtech keeps choosing your PAT tester and,...

Is your Safe Isolation procedure up to scratch? The risks of cutting corners
Kewtech
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Is your Safe Isolation procedure up to scratch? The risks of...

Why do we need a safe electrical isolation procedure? To ensure that any item of electrical equipment or plant...

ITS BACK: Upgrade your tool bag with a new MFT and claim a free tester worth up to £185!
Kewtech
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ITS BACK: Upgrade your tool bag with a new MFT and claim a...

Claim a free Kewtech tester worth up to £185 & 3 months of Tradecert when you buy a new Kewtech MFT before the...

NEW: Brady's no waste RFID label printer
Brady
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NEW: Brady's no waste RFID label printer

Print and encode the first RFID label right, with 0 label waste. Brady Corporation’s new i7500 RFID label...

An introduction to Electric Vehicle Charger testing
Megger
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An introduction to Electric Vehicle Charger testing

Megger's guide to EV charger testing: Why EVSE checks are vital to prevent fire and shock risks, and how...

Earth fault loop impedance: measuring Zs and reading maximum values
Voltimum
Technical articles

Earth fault loop impedance: measuring Zs and reading maximum...

Earth fault loop impedance explained: how to test Zs, use BS 7671 maximum values, apply the 0.8 rule, and...

WATCH: Launching the prevention of premature collapse of wiring systems test specification
BEAMA
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WATCH: Launching the prevention of premature collapse of...

Watch BEAMA breakdown there latest technical PDF guide and how this guide aids manufacturers, system...

New PAT/EET Workshop test kits from Martindale
Martindale Electric
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New PAT/EET Workshop test kits from Martindale

Martindale Electric has just launched two new PAT kits featuring the recently updated EPAT series top of range...

No more removable tips! Stay compliant with the KT1710.
Kewtech
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No more removable tips! Stay compliant with the KT1710.

Discover the KEWTECH KT1710, the two-pole voltage and continuity tester designed specifically for safe...

Three-phase vs single-phase monitoring: choosing the right Shelly meter
Shelly
Technical articles

Three-phase vs single-phase monitoring: choosing the right...

Choosing the right energy meter starts with the electrical supply, not whether a building is described as...

Socket Testers: Selecting the appropriate Solution for domestic, commercial, and industrial applications
Martindale Electric
Technical articles

Socket Testers: Selecting the appropriate Solution for...

Although socket testers are generally straightforward devices, selecting the most appropriate instrument can...

Why and how to test SPDs
Kewtech
Technical articles

Why and how to test SPDs

The consequences of not protecting sensitive equipment from these surges can be severe, including...

KT300: On-site testing
Kewtech
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KT300: On-site testing

Watch Johnny Ace conduct on-site testing with the new KT300 Insulation & Continuity Tester.

Why you don’t need an expensive MFT for everything
Kewtech
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Why you don’t need an expensive MFT for everything

In this video, Kewtech dive into why the KT300DL is the perfect tool for on-the-go testing, offering a...

Faster asset audits & interventions
Brady
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Faster asset audits & interventions

Many data centres are increasing asset density to support growing demand for computational power, driven by AI...

Can a Megger MFT-X1 Multifunction Tester brave a sudden downpour on site?
Megger
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Can a Megger MFT-X1 Multifunction Tester brave a sudden...

When the weather turns on site, your test equipment needs to keep up. In this video, watch the Megger MFT-X1...

The Measurement Category (CAT) rating: Why it matters
Megger
Technical articles

The Measurement Category (CAT) rating: Why it matters

Working with electricity every day is a hazardous existence. Safety equipment, such as clothing, gloves,...

KNIPEX takes the guesswork out of crimping New Digital Product Assistant
KNIPEX
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KNIPEX takes the guesswork out of crimping New Digital...

With such a wide range of connectors, wire end ferrules and industrial applications, choosing the right...

EV charger testing made easy: Meet the award-winning KEWEVA
Kewtech
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EV charger testing made easy: Meet the award-winning KEWEVA

In this video, see how the KEWEVA removes the confusion from EV charge point testing.

What Is an SPD in Electrical Installations? A Guide to Surge Protection and Wiring
Voltimum
Technical articles

What Is an SPD in Electrical Installations? A Guide to Surge...

A practical guide to surge protective devices (SPDs), including BS 7671 requirements, wiring guidance and...

Dropped, battered & still working: Megger puts the MFT-X1 through a severe fall test
Megger
Video

Dropped, battered & still working: Megger puts the MFT-X1...

Watch Megger's MFT-X1 multifunction tester take a severe fall in this durability test video, built tough for...

The ultra-slim 1000A clamp that’s got you covered!
Kewtech
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The ultra-slim 1000A clamp that’s got you covered!

Discover the KEW2200, the ultra-slim clamp meter designed to handle high currents while fitting into the...