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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...
Announcing our new sponsorship deal with Weston Hornettes Under 15’s
We are proud to announce that we have recently started sponsoring a fantastic Women’s Rugby Team from Weston-Super-Mare called the (Under 15’s) Weston Hornettes Girls. These young women have had a great streak of games, including many wins, with their latest match...
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...
Do you know the requirements for emergency lighting testing?
Emergency lighting is lighting that operates in the event of a mains power failure, often as the result of a fire or power cut. The sudden darkness that can occur as a result of a mains power failure could lead to panic and physical danger for the occupants of a...
Everything you need to know about fixed wire testing
The Health and Safety Executive demand high levels of inspecting and reporting on all fixed electricals in premises open to the public. Fixed electrical testing is used to inspect and test all electrical installations. Testing involves identifying any deficiencies or...
Lightning Protection – What it is and why you need it!
The potential for lightning damage can be a major worry for building owners and managers. In the UK there are hundreds of injuries each year as a result of lightning strikes and the electrical surges that follow them. Therefore, it is vital that landlords meet the...
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 is important that your air circuit...
Are your Dry Risers fit for purpose?
Dry Risers are an important fire safety system that need to be accessed fast in an emergency. During recent testing visits we have discovered systems in very bad repair. If you are a property owner or managing agent it is vital that you are aware of your...
PAT Testing – What failures should you be looking for in your workplace?
Every employer has a duty of care to their employees to provide a safe working environment. Health and Safety legislation states that all electrical equipment in an office or workspace needs to be PAT tested to ensure it is safe. With so many appliances in all areas...
Introducing our new service..Radon Gas Detection
We are excited to announce a new Equiptest service, offering our customers Radon Gas Detection. What is Radon gas? Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive gas. It is formed by the radioactive decay of the small amounts of uranium that occur naturally in all rocks...
