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Back to Work
Since our last update we have started getting busier again, with a lot of work being scheduled in. We are obviously still operating within the current guidelines but it is good to get back out there helping our clients with all their electrical testing needs. With...
Solar Panel Maintenance – What you need to know.
Are you one of the many households who have taken advantage of the option to create renewable energy through solar panels? Whilst this form of energy generation is built to be durable, it is important to maintain your solar panels regularly to ensure they are working...
COVID -19 Update – How we are working to keep you compliant
Even in these uncertain times building compliance still needs to be kept up to date wherever possible. We are working regularly to help our clients around the country wherever we can. We are still able to provide some of our services. Fixed Wire Testing, Air Circuit...
COVID-19: An update from us at Equiptest
These are strange, uncertain times for all of us. We are all thinking of our friends and family and concentrating on staying safe at the moment. But we wanted to let you know how Equiptest will be operating in the weeks ahead. Firstly, we have taken the decision to...
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 Maintenance – What you need to know
Having fire extinguishers in your building is a vital part of fire safety, but it is not enough to just have them. Fire extinguishers need regular maintenance to ensure they are working efficiently and can be used effectively in a fire emergency. If you are the...
2019 Year Round Up
As another incredibly busy year coming to the end it is time to round up everything that has happened in 2019. This year all our services, such as PAT Testing, Thermal Imaging, Fixed Wire Testing and Solar Panel Maintenance have been in high demand. We have expanded...
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...
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...
