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Why you need lightning protection throughout the year
We all think of lightning as being a mainstay of the Summer months. Hot humid days followed by stormy nights. In Autumn storms are still prevalent and can damage buildings and endanger lives. It is vital that you protect your property. What are the effects of...
Why it is important to service and maintain your air circuit breakers
Air circuit breakers are a vital layer of protection against overcurrent’s and short circuits, breaking the circuit if there is a fault. They are there to ensure that your electrical systems stay stable and reliable. Therefore, it's important that your air circuit...
Is your office microwave safe?
Most offices and workplaces have a microwave in their staff kitchen that gets daily use. Unlike a microwave in someone’s home, it is likely that a workplace microwave is not well looked after. Most people use it and then walk away. No one wants to clean up the food...
All you need to know about Smoke Vent Maintenance
Smoke ventilation systems are there to protect people and property, making them a vital part of a buildings fire safety strategy. Also known as smoke control systems or automatic opening vents (AOVs) their design varies but their job is the same, to vent smoke, fumes...
Fire Extinguisher Servicing – What you need to know
Having fire extinguishers in your building is a vital part of fire safety so they need to be looked after. Fire extinguishers need regular maintenance to ensure they are working efficiently and can be used effectively in an emergency. If you are the individual...
Gas boiler servicing – Your questions answered
Introducing our new gas boiler servicing offering. Regular maintenance of your gas boiler is not just a recommendation, it's a necessity to ensure the safety, efficiency, and longevity of your home's heating system. An annual service by a qualified Gas Safe engineer...
Everything you need to know about fire door inspections
Fire door inspections are a critical element of any fire safety strategy, and should never be overlooked. These inspections are not just a regulatory requirement; they are an important practice to ensure that in the event of a fire, the spread is contained, and...
PAT Testing for residential Landlords – What you need to know
PAT stands for portable appliance testing and refers to the testing of electrical appliances that are not fixed in any one place, to make sure they are safe to use. PAT testing is one of the many things to consider as a landlord in the UK. What checks should a...
Review of the year 2023
2023 has been a busy year at Equiptest! The team has been hard at work ensuring all of our clients are safe, compliant, and informed. All areas of work have been on the rise this year; our expertise and quality customer service has aided our growth and we are thankful...
What is Power Factor Correction and why is it important?
You may not have heard of Power Factor or the ways it can be corrected but running your electrical equipment at the best power factor ratio can help keep your business costs down and help the environment. What is power factor? Power factor is a measure of how...
Fire Hydrant Testing – Your questions answered
Fire hydrants are a vital part of fire safety. They are usually located in a chamber under the surface of a road or path. In the event of a fire a hydrant provides a continuous supply of water from the mains supply. This means that firefighters do not have to rely on...
“It shines a different light on life” – How one of our employees came back from a traumatic attack
Mat has been an outstanding employee of Equiptest for 17 years. In that time he has worked all over the UK as one of our PAT testing engineers, helping ensure businesses have safe equipment. In October 2021 his life changed dramatically after a violent attack at his...
