Emergency lighting is designed for use in an emergency when a building’s main power supply is no longer functioning and normal illumination fails. Whether it is caused by a power cut or fire, such loss of light can leave a building in sudden darkness and...
Portable Appliance Testing, or PAT testing for short, is an inspection or examination of electrical equipment and appliances designed to ensure they present no risk to users. PAT testing makes certain the appliances checked are completely safe and helps to avoid electrical accidents occurring in...
From warehouses and factories in the industrial sector to commercial and corporate locations like shops and offices, all businesses require electricity to run. Supplying essential heat and light, electrical power also keeps onsite equipment like production machinery and devices such as desktops and laptops online....
The combination of last year's green summit in Glasgow and the Government's pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, is focusing the UK's efforts on a greener future. Numerous incentives have been offered to businesses to reduce their carbon footprint in the form of grants...
The great British weather means that cold snaps are inevitable, and not just in the winter. We all need to be warm enough at work and portable heaters are a common feature in the offices and sites of the UK. But if they’re not checked...
There are several surefire signs that indicate a business premises may require immediate electrical repairs. Faulty wiring and other common electrical problems can pose a threat to your staff, visitors and the business itself. Electrical problems are one of the most common causes of fire in...
Electrical maintenance is required to ensure that essential systems are operating safely and effectively. Property owners rely on electricity for numerous reasons. It commonly supplies heat, light, and power to technology, but also runs fire prevention and security equipment. If systems are not properly maintained, properties...
Across the UK, many people now choose to use electric vehicles (EVs) instead of those powered by petrol or diesel. With the country set to host COP26 at the end of the October 2021 to discuss climate change and the UK Government’s goal to reach...
As excess heat is often a symptom of a problem with equipment, thermographic testing is used to identify defective connections, deteriorated insulation, unbalanced loads and other issues with electrical components. Monitoring equipment performance with thermal imaging cameras reduces the likelihood of unplanned downtime while reducing maintenance...
The Building Safety Bill and alterations to the Fire Safety Order will lead to a number of regulatory changes that landlords and duty holders need to be aware of. The new Fire Safety Bill The new Fire Safety Bill has been designed to clarify areas of responsibility...
