Test and measurement news articles 
Vigilant Components offers high integrity component sourcing, testing counterfeit detection & verification
Vigilant Components is a new independent electronic component distributor, established by experienced component specialists. Part of the £30m Paragon Electronics group, Vigilant provides component sourcing, testing, counterfeit detection and verification services plus supply chain management and point-of-use delivery options for the electronics manufacturing sector. ISO9001 and AS9120 accredited, Vigilant was established to address industry is... [more]
Fluke introduces 430 Series II Three-Phase Power Quality Analysers
Fluke, the global leader in portable electronic test and measurement technology, has introduced the new Fluke 430 Series II three-phase Power Quality Analysers, the first tools to use a patented algorithm to measure energy waste and quantify its cost. The 430 Series II helps facilities reduce electrical power consumption and improve the performance and lifespan of electro-mechanical equipment by providing the ROI justification to mitigate power q... [more]
Megger new transformer ohmmeters helps reducing the risk of connection and saving time
Thanks to the automated six-winding test function provided by Megger’s new MTO300 series transformer ohmmeters, resistance measurements can be made on all phases and windings of a power transformer without the need to disconnect and reconnect the test leads. Not only is this a big advantage in terms of convenience, it also reduces the risk of connection errors and makes possible big time savings particularly as, in many cases, transformer bushi... [more]
Association for Professional Appliance Testing encourages and supports review of health and safety regulation
The Association for Professional Appliance Testing (BAPAT) welcomes Professor Lofstedt's recommendations to review the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 in respect of the In-service Inspection and Test of Electrical Equipment (PAT Testing). A spokesperson for the Association said that "any review that provides clarity over the requirements to undertake testing and maintenance; to ensure a safe working environment, has to be welcomed and we ... [more]
Fluke offers free IR/contact thermometer with a 3-phase power logger
Until 31st March 2012, Fluke is offering a new 1735-IR Kit in the UK. The kit contains a rugged Fluke 1735 three-phase portable Power Logger, designed for commercial electricians and industrial maintenance engineers, plus a Fluke 561 Infrared (IR) Thermometer which can be used to check for overheating cable connections at a safe distance. The power logger can be installed in seconds and is easily downloadable in the field. The kit is priced such ... [more]
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