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Fluke’s 320 Series True-RMS Clamp Meters are the troubleshooting tools of choice for many commercial and residential electricians. They’re robust, ergonomic, and provide noise-free, reliable results allowing you to diagnose problems confidently. However, it can be difficult to know which Fluke 320 model is right for you. Thankfully, we’ve partnered with Fluke to bring you a clear, comprehensive selection guide to help you choose the perfect Fluke 320 Series Clamp Meter quickly and with minimal effort. Continue reading →

The enduring popularity of Fluke’s 110 Series True RMS Digital Multimeters means they can be found on many an electrician’s toolbelt. However, with each model in the series optimised for specific applications and/or environments, it can be difficult to know which model is right for you. To help, we’ve partnered with Fluke to bring you the ultimate, easy-to-understand selection guide so you can quickly pick out the 110 Series Digital Multimeter that’s perfect for you. Continue reading →

In May 2022, Chauvin Arnoux’s Julian Grant published an article in Professional Electrician & Installer explaining the impact of harmonic currents on earth leakage, and how their effect can be mitigated by using the correct clamp meter.[1] Continue reading →

Thermal cameras are suitable for a multitude of ecological applications such as studying bats, monitoring animals in woodland, identifying the presence of algal bloom, detecting effluents in water bodies, and assessing sanitary landfills. Recently, we were made aware of another ecological use when we supplied a thermal camera to a much-valued customer involved with tree thermography.[1] Continue reading →

In May 2013, a new safety standard, BS EN 61243-3:2010, came into effect. It required voltage indicator manufacturers to incorporate a different method of limiting current in the event of cable damage. To ensure compliance with this revised British and European standard, which has been included in every subsequent edition of HSE’s GS38 Guidance Note, Martindale has updated their VI-13700/2 Two-Pole Voltage Indicator. Continue reading →

This year the IET announced a second amendment (Amendment 2/ A2:2022) to the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2018). Without proper training it can be hard to keep up with these changes; that’s why we’ve partnered with City & Guilds to offer a comprehensive one-day update course for those who have successfully completed our FULL 18th Edition 2382-18 City & Guilds Course. Available nationwide, this course offers a quick and easy way of getting up to date with the latest revisions so you can continue to work safely and responsibly. Continue reading →

Celebrated annually on the 23rd June, International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) endeavours to raise the profile of women working in engineering and encourage more women and girls to pursue a career in the sector. Launched in the UK as National Women in Engineering Day, this campaign was developed by the Women’s Engineering Society to mark its 95th anniversary. The campaign has grown enormously since it began in 2014, receiving UNESCO patronage in 2016 before finding a worldwide following in 2017 and subsequently becoming International Women in Engineering Day. This year’s theme, #ImagineTheFuture, looks to today’s female inventors and innovators; those who will change the industry for the better.[1] To commemorate this, we’ve interviewed Emily Bramble, a young, female engineer, about her experience of the industry and hopes for its future. Continue reading →

Buy any Seaward Apollo 400+, 500+, or 600+ PAT Tester or PAT Tester Kit between the 22nd June 2022 and 31st August 2022 and you’ll receive a free 1-year Seaward PATGuard 3 Software Licence, worth £157 (inc VAT). Continue reading →

Fluke’s popular Under Pressure promotion has been extended until December 1st 2022! Buy an eligible Fluke 754/753/729 Process Calibrator or Process Calibrator Bundle before the 1st December 2022 and you’ll receive a free pressure module of your choice, offering a potential saving of up to £2250!* To take advantage of this fantastic offer please contact our pressure specialist Lewis Wilson on 01642 631 661 to place an order and discuss your choice of free pressure module. Continue reading →

World Metrology Day raises awareness of the importance of metrology and has been celebrated every year on the 20th May since 2000. Organised by the BIPM (International Bureau of Weights and Measures) and the OIML (International Organisation of Legal Metrology), many national metrology institutes and regional metrology organisations around the globe participate in World Metrology Day[1]; for example, in 2021, thirty-six countries hosted World Metrology Day events.[2] Continue reading →