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Industry Tools

DAD Tames Dragon, & All It Took Was a Manhole Cover Key

4th August 2016

Andrew Doris secured investment from Deborah Meaden on Dragon's Den for his innovative manhole cover key. With swappable tips and a unique design, his product is set to expand internationally.

PASS Calibration

UKAS Accreditation Is a Calibration Milestone

19th October 2014

Calibration ensures accurate results from tools and instruments. UKAS-certified labs follow ISO/IEC 17025:2005, providing trustworthy, traceable services across a range of industries, from electrical to gas and temperature calibration.

Product PAT Testing

Megger Launches New PAT100 Series PAT Testers

18th September 2014

Megger's new PAT120 and PAT150 testers simplify PAT testing with clear indicators, dual voltage options, and extra features in the PAT150. Ideal for lower-volume applications like offices and charity shops.

PASS Calibration

PASS awarded UKAS Accreditation for Calibration Laboratory

9th July 2014

PASS has achieved UKAS accreditation for its calibration laboratory, ensuring accurate, reliable measurements for a wide range of electrical instruments. This recognition underscores their commitment to quality and fast service.

Industry Electrical Testing

New BS Voltage Tester Standard bans Fuses

3rd April 2014

Martindale’s updated VI-13800 voltage indicator now complies with the latest BS EN61243-3 standard by replacing the fuse with an impedance-protected resistor, offering superior protection and enhanced safety in electrical testing.

Industry Process & Industrial

Intrinsically Safe Measurement avoids Blasts

26th March 2014

PASS highlights the importance of intrinsically safe equipment in hazardous areas, featuring explosion-proof tools like gas leak detectors, laser meters, and thickness gauges to ensure safety in volatile environments.

Industry Thermography

Beds-in-Sheds Thermal Camera reveals 5 Harrow Cannabis Farms

25th March 2014

Five cannabis farms have been uncovered in Harrow, revealing widespread exploitation of migrant workers by landlords renting illegal "beds-in-sheds" for up to £10,000 a year, detected through thermal imaging technology.

Product Power Quality

Power Quality Analysis is now more Affordable

17th February 2014

The Fluke 1730 energy logger makes three-phase power quality analysis more affordable, helping engineers reduce energy waste, optimise demand, and lower electricity bills through advanced logging and energy analysis features.

Industry Tools

Insulated Tools Save Lives

27th January 2014

Every year, around 1000 workplace accidents involve electric shocks or burns. Learn how properly insulated tools, compliant with IEC 60900, can protect workers from these dangers, ensuring safety in high-voltage environments.

Industry PAT Testing

Winter's Coming: PAT Test Your Electric Blankets!

8th October 2012

An alarming 40% of electrical blankets tested on the Isle of Man were found faulty, with some over 55 years old. Regular testing is crucial to prevent dangerous fires from ageing or damaged blankets.