Hellberg Safety – Advanced Personal Protective Equipment Specialist PPE for highly advanced hearing protection, face protection and communication solutions. Using high quality materials, all Hellberg Safety products are developed and independently tested in “real-life” situations for optimal performance to deliver products that are comfortable and reliable in any risk environment. The SECURE series features everything from standard passive ear defenders available in 3 protection levels to advanced electronic communication solutions. SECURE ACTIVE allows you to communicate with your colleagues, hear warning signals and other important information… 22/07/2020Tags: News
Snickers Workwear - Cool and Smart this Summer Lightweight Shirts, Shorts and Trousers make working on site a breeze this summer. Everyone needs to be cool, dry and safe at work this summer - to maintain wellbeing and working efficiency on site. That’s why Snickers’ new Topwear will make work this summer a real breeze! There’s also brand new LITEWork Trousers and Shorts, plus special offer ‘Two-pack’ 100% Cotton T-shirts. Choose from three different easy-care colour and design options to compliment whatever you’re wearing - at work or play. There’s also new Hoodies, Sweatshirts and Hi-vis ProtecWork protective wear in a range of… 20/07/2020Tags: News
Power transformer manufacturer relies on Yokogawa power analyzer to optimise their efficiency guarantees By using the Yokogawa WT5000 Precision Power Analyzer, Società Elettromeccanica Arzignanese S. p. A ( SEA) , an Italian manufacturer of power transformer and reactors with a worldwide reputation for engineering excellence and high production quality, is able to closely match the efficiency performance guarantee that it makes to a customer, with the actual performance of the transformer. Founded in 1959, SEA supplies high-value assets which are expected to provide a return over decades. Quality, durability, safety and reliable performance are therefore key characteristics that… 17/07/2020Tags: News
FLIR Systems launches FLIR Screen-EST Software to improve skin temperature screening for COVID-19 FLIR Systems today announced the FLIR Screen-EST software for FLIR T-Series, Exx-Series, and A-Series thermal imaging cameras. The software provides automatic measurement tools that perform elevated skin temperature screenings of individuals in two seconds or less at entries, checkpoints, and other high-traffic areas while maintaining recommended social distancing guidelines. “Governments and businesses across the globe are hard at work developing new processes to ensure public health and safety from COVID-19, including the use of radiometric thermal imaging cameras as part of a… 11/06/2020Tags: News
18th Edition 722 Amendment 1: RCDs & RDC-DDs Requirements Effective RCD protection for an EV sockets relies on the correct specification of the associated EV charging equipment and the RCD. Don’t leave it until the installation is being tested, to understand the revised requirements. Amendment 1 - 722. 531. 3. 101 relates to Mode 2 and 3 charging equipment standards. For Mode 4 charging equipment, refer to the Manufacturer’s recommendations for RCD selection. Background Product StandardsProduct reference standards for Mode 2 and Mode 3 charging equipment covering 6 mA DC fault current detection, enabling the safe use of Type A or F RCDs… 05/06/2020Tags: News
FLIR launches VP50-2 Non-Contact Voltage Detector for commercial, residential, and industrial electrical applications FLIR Systems today announce the FLIR VP50-2 Non-Contact Voltage Detector and Flashlight with three alarm types for safer, easier field-troubleshooting and verification of electrical installations. The VP50-2 is designed for professionals who service electrical equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities to reliably check whether an AC circuit is live before beginning work; detect voltage on exposed conducting parts or through insulation; identify live wires within electrical panels, switches, and outlets; and trace live wires and map circuits. Featuring… 27/05/2020Tags: News
Successfully enter international markets with support from BSI The IECEE CB scheme, also known as the CB scheme, is a scheme based on product-testing standards for electrotechnical equipment ( EE) agreed by all 60 members of the International Electrotechnical Committee ( IEC) . The IEC is a non-profit organization that develops and publishes standards concerning electrical technologies that reach over 150 countries. The CB schemeThe CB scheme was developed to harmonise standards and reduce complexity and supply-chain risks on an international level. The scheme involves testing products to internationally-agreed standards, using internationally… 22/05/2020Tags: News
Telecoms specialist paves the way for future working A nationwide communications infrastructure specialist has been working closely with the UK Government throughout the past few weeks to showcase its model for effective social distancing, as it take the first steps towards a post-lockdown scale-up. CHH CoNeX has featured on the UK Government’s Business Support Blog as an effective example of a company following government advice? and? using clear communication with staff? to maintain a healthy workforce throughout the Coronavirus pandemic. Despite seeing a 50% reduction in normal sales during the lockdown period, CHH has stood by employees… 20/05/2020Tags: News
igus opens virtual trade show 2020 to introduce more than 100 motion plastics innovations In its virtual trade show, igus presents more than 100 plastic innovations and product range additions from all areas of motion plastics. Around 400 square metres in size, the real stand is now open to online visitors and follows the theme ‘Cost down, Life up. It’s our job’. The trade show is part of the digital support given to customers, whereby personal guided tours, 1-to-1 meetings and group meetings on the stand can be arranged. In its virtual trade show, igus is now showing visitors how high-performance polymers can be used to sustainably increase the service life of moving… 19/05/2020Tags: News
FLIR launches C5 compact thermal camera with cloud connectivity New addition to popular Cx-Series instantly uploads images to the cloud for building, manufacturing, and utility applicationsFLIR Systems announce the FLIR C5 Compact Thermal Camera with new built-in FLIR Ignitecloud connectivity and Wi-Fi features for professionals in the building maintenance, manufacturing, and utility industries. The FLIR C5 is designed as a pocket-portable thermal camera, providing easy sharing tools and reduced diagnostic time for commercial electrical testing, mechanical engineering, home and building inspection, energy auditing, and general contracting. 19/05/2020Tags: News