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Periodic Inspection Reporting of electrical installation is imperative to maintain the safety of householders and tenants

Competent Person Scheme Operator, NAPIT, highlights the importance of Periodic Inspection Reporting (PIR) on all properties remains imperative to maintain the safety of householders and tenants. This follows the tragic death of a mother of two, originally from Birmingham, who moved with her family to Cornwall into a rented property. Sadly an electric fault and the lack of earth bonding caused the lethal electrocution and Mrs. Whithall died ... [more]

WM30-96 smart modular power analyser from Carlo Gavazzi offers faster communications and accuracy

The latest smart modular power analyser from Carlo Gavazzi introduces a new performance level within the company’s energy management range. The WM30-96 offers enhanced faster communications for building automation networks, along with superior functions such as load monitoring measurement and comprehensive alarm management; all in a compact plug-and–play modular format that streamlines installation and simplifies inventory management. Startin... [more]

Incorrectly selected or installed downlighters can the cause of fires in homes

The Electrical Safety Council (ESC) have been working with the Surrey Fire and Rescue Service to investigate concerns that incorrectly selected, installed and/or maintained downlighters may have been the cause of a significant number of fires in homes. As part of the investigation, they commissioned an independent laboratory to carry out a limited safety assessment of, and thermal performance testing on, a selection of commercially-available d... [more]

Plug-in chargers are putting lives at risk

Plug-in chargers are used for anything from handheld games consoles and iPods, to laptops and mobile phones. Every year around 1. 8 million chargers are purchased online, with most homes using several at once. Yet according to a new report from the Electrical Safety Council (ESC), these seemingly mundane products are putting lives at risk on a daily basis. The ESC commissioned an independent laboratory to carry out safety and performance testi... [more]

Fluke reduces prices of 1650B multifunction installation testers and PKit Electricians Kit

Fluke has reduced the prices of all its Fluke 1650B Series of multifunction Installation Testers, designed to test and verify domestic, commercial and industrial electrical installations. With more features than the earlier 1650 Series, the Fluke 1650B testers ensure that fixed wiring is safe and correctly installed to meet the BS7671 17th Edition wiring regulations as well as IEC 60364 and HD 384. The Fluke 1652B/PKit Electricians Kit is als... [more]

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