| FIND OUT ABOUT IEC 61850 – FREE! In response to the huge demand from engineers in the power utility sector for useful and reliable information about IEC 61850, the new networking standard for substation applications, Megger is organizing a free one-day tutorial covering IEC 61850 theory and practical applications. read more REF: MUS058 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| BATTERY MAINTENANCE EXPLAINED Portable test equipment expert Megger is currently offering free one-day Battery Maintenance Best Practices seminars. These have been developed specifically to help engineers and technicians eliminate the risk of stationary battery installations failing when they are most needed – when they are called on to supply emergency power. read more REF: MUS059 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| MEGGER PROMOTES SUBSTATION BEST PRACTICE IN ALASKA To meet the needs of electrical testing professionals seeking technologies that will help to enhance their company’s efficiency, effectiveness and reliability, Megger is presenting two free one-day seminars in Anchorage, AK. The seminars address some of the most important and costly issues relating to substation maintenance, and include extensive practical presentations. read more REF: MUS060 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| Megger reveals hidden transformer faults One of the smallest and most rugged instrument of its type, Megger’s award winning new FRAX 150 sweep frequency response analyser (SFRA) is a powerful tool for revealing potential electrical and mechanical problems in power transformers, many of which are difficult or impossible to detect using other methods. read more REF: MUK066 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| Megger’s EGIL simplifies breaker analysis Featuring compact construction and straightforward operation, Megger’s latest EGIL circuit breaker analyser is suitable for testing timing and travel on all breakers that have a single interrupter per phase. read more REF: MUK127 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| Megger has more Business in a Box for contractors! Megger’s “Business in a Box”, which has already provided large numbers of electrical contractors with an easy and profitable entry into the potentially very lucrative PAT testing market, has now been enhanced and upgraded to include the company’s new PAT320 tester, which combines ease of use with rugged construction and durability. read more REF: MUK129 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| Megger’s new catalogue is full of opportunity Of interest and value to every electrical contractor, but especially so to those who are looking to diversify and make more money, the new Megger Electrical Test Instrument catalogue features a host of new and innovative products. And, for added convenience, the catalogue includes a comprehensive price list. read more REF: MUK131 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| SOLDER JET PRINTING BENEFITS ARE COMING TO YOU! With its new 2010 roadshow, SMT expert MYDATA is bringing a live demonstration of the benefits of solder jet printing – which is already helping more than 100 electronics manufacturers in the UK and Europe to enhance their profitability and competitive position – right to the door of prospective users. read more REF: MYD030 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| CommsAudit Takes Board Manufacture In-House with MYDATA A new-generation MY100LX pick-and-place machine from MYDATA has made it possible for Cheltenham-based CommsAudit, a major supplier of RF and digital systems and subsystems to the defence sector, to take all of its printed circuit manufacturing operations in house. read more REF: MYD031 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| With Vacon drives, X means rugged! Designed specifically to withstand the harshest of industrial environments, Vacon’s new X Series AC variable speed drives combine ingress protection ratings up to IP66 with compact construction and outstanding versatility. read more REF: VAC019 RELEASED: March 2010 |
| Termate makes powerful connections! The new range of prefabricated connection boxes from Termate greatly simplifies the provision of permanent or temporary interconnections between high power electrical systems, and completely eliminates the inconvenience, delays and cost associated with fabricating ad-hoc connection arrangements on site. read more REF: TER004 RELEASED: March 2010 |
IWM cleans up with USA deal |
| IWM shows efficient washers at Foodex 2010 At this year's Foodex, IWM is focussing not only on the efficiency and low lifetime cost of its renowned industrial washing and sanitisation systems, but also on their outstanding environmental credentials. read more REF: IWM030 RELEASED: February 2010 |
| Faster packing for unconventional jars Versatility, high throughput and the ability to work reliably with non-standard jars were among the key requirements for a new packaging line needed by one of Germany’s largest producers of freeze-dried. read more REF: LIN007 RELEASED: February 2010 |
| Faster prototyping with fewer frustrations for Thales A new MY500 solder-jet printer from MYDATA is helping Thales, a leading Netherlands-based developer and manufacturer of high-end electronic systems, to meet its requirements for rapid prototype production and for achieving first–time right soldering on boards that incorporate “difficult” components. read more REF: MYD029 RELEASED: February 2010 |
| Make more money – Megger shows how! At a series of free events being held throughout the UK, test equipment expert Megger is providing electrical contractors with information and novel ideas that will help them to expand the range of services they provide and generate more income. read more REF: MUK109 RELEASED: February 2010 |
Megger makes relay testing even more portable |
| Partex cuts marking costs down to ties! Fast to fit and inexpensive to use, the new pre-printed cable ties from marking and labelling expert, Partex, offer convenient and durable marking solutions in a wide range of applications including, for example, adding serial numbers to equipment, providing tamper-evident sealing and confirming that electrical installation and similar work has been carried out by an approved contractor. read more REF: PAR010 RELEASED: February 2010 |
| Tiny Vacon drives eliminate complexity Compact and competitively priced, the latest range of micro drives from Vacon, one of Europe’s foremost developers of AC drive technology, has been specifically developed to eliminate unnecessary complexity while retaining all of the features needed for standard industrial applications, including the control of pumps, fans and simple conveyers. read more REF: VAC018 RELEASED: February 2010 |
| Industrial Washing Machines ups its capacity for racks With the capacity to wash up to 40 racks per hour, the new R40 rackwasher from Industrial Washing Machines (IWM) is an ideal and cost-effective choice for cleaning and sanitising racks in high-volume applications, such as those found in food smoking operations. read more REF: IWM026 RELEASED: November 2009 |
| IT’S THE IDEAL CHRISTMAS GIFT – A NEW (INDUSTRIAL) WASHING MACHINE! If reduced operating costs, improved environmental performance and enhanced customer satisfaction are what you most want for your company this Christmas, Industrial Washing Machines (IWM) could have just the Christmas gift you’re looking for! The company currently has limited stocks of new and refurbished washing machines available for immediate delivery and, as a generous Christmas gesture to customers past, present and future, it is offering them at deeply discounted prices for orders placed before December 24th. read more REF: IWM029 RELEASED: November 2009 |
| Linkx links up with SIAT and PACTUR Linkx Systems, one of the UK’s fastest growing and most innovative suppliers of automated packaging equipment, has signed distribution and support agreements with two leading Italian machine manufacturers – SIAT and PACTUR. read more REF: LIN005 RELEASED: November 2009 |
| Megger backs a winner with Central trade Skills In line with its commitment to aiding the development of the next generation of engineers and technicians, test equipment expert Megger is providing support for a unique competition that is being run by training specialist Central Trade Skills. read more REF: MUK081 RELEASED: November 2009 |
| Dan strikes a winning streak with Megger! Daniel Sanderson, a successful independent electrical contractor based in York, believes that there is one sure route to winning in the contracting business, and that’s to stick with Megger. read more REF: MUK096 RELEASED: November 2009 |
| Megger helps students with their tests! The Dalles, OR - Students at Columbia Gorge Community College in The Dalles, Oregon, will now be able to gain hands-on experience of testing wind turbine systems, thanks to test equipment supplied to the college by Megger. read more REF: MUS049B RELEASED: November 2009 |
| Protonic jet-prints solder for flexibility and quality Increased flexibility, enhanced quality and elimination of the need for costly electroformed stepped stencils are among the benefits being enjoyed by Protonic, a leading Dutch developer and manufacturer of industrial electronic products, following the company’s installation of a MYDATA MY500 solder jet printer. read more REF: MYD028 RELEASED: November 2009 |
| Termate simplifies switchboard construction and design Products that simplify the construction and design of switchboards and other power assemblies are in the spotlight on the Termate stand at Middle East Electricity 2010. read more REF: TER002 RELEASED: November 2009 |
| Earth bonding that’s fast, safe and convenient! Designed from the outset to deliver safety, convenience and value for money, the latest TeBar earth bonding systems from Termate combine fast, straightforward installation and ease of modification with provision for safe and certain disconnection of the earth conductor. read more REF: TER003 RELEASED: November 2009 |
| It’s all about drives at the Vacon golf day! The weather may have been dull, but that hampered neither the enthusiasm nor the performance of the participants at the annual golf day organised by Vacon, a world leader in AC drive technology, at Lutterworth Golf Club. read more REF: VAC015 RELEASED: November 2009 |
| SUCCESS BRINGS A MOVE FOR LINKX SYSTEMS To accommodate the strong and sustained growth in its business since it was founded two years ago, Linkx Systems, which has already established itself as one of the UK’s most successful developers and suppliers of custom packaging machines, has moved to spacious new premises in Beccles, Suffolk. read more REF: LIN003 RELEASED: September 2009 |
| Megger delivers PAT without the palaver! An ideal choice for electrical contractors who offer portable appliance testing (PAT testing) alongside other services, the new PAT320 testers from Megger combine convenience and ease of use with rugged construction and very competitive pricing. read more REF: MUK089 RELEASED: September 2009 |
| Service beyond the call of duty! When the multifunction tester used by David Ribano, an independent electrical safety engineer, started to go wrong, he was concerned that his work would be disrupted, leading to unhappy customers and loss of income. read more REF: MUK098 RELEASED: September 2009 |
| Training on your own turf! The training provided at the Megger Technology Centre in Dover has a strong reputation throughout the industry for the excellence of its courses, the expertise of its trainers and the exceptional value for money that it offers. read more REF: MUK103 RELEASED: September 2009 |
| Own the last ever AVO! Testing technology never stands still, and Megger prides itself on being a company not only that stays abreast of the latest innovations, but also creates and drives those innovations. That’s true today, and it was also true in 1923 when the AVOmeter – the world’s first multimeter – was launched by Megger’s predecessor, the Automatic Coil Winder and Electrical Equipment Company. read more REF: MUK104 RELEASED: September 2009 |
| Megger brings testing know-how to a screen near you! For electrical contractors new to Megger’s MFT1500 series multifunction testers and for existing users who want to be sure that they’re getting the best from their instruments, Megger is now offering a free DVD training presentation that shows in detail how to use all of the functions offered by these versatile testers. read more REF: MUK108 RELEASED: September 2009 |
| With MYRemote Performance, Axis Electronics gets an extra 10% After becoming one of the first UK users of MYDATA’s new MYRemote Performance SMT process optimisation service, Axis Electronics, a leading provider of electronic manufacturing services for complex high-mix PCB assemblies, is consistently achieving productivity gains of 10% and more from its MYDATA MY9 and MY12 pick-and-place machines. read more REF: MYD026 RELEASED: September 2009 |
| MYOptimisation solves capacity problems for Briton When business growth meant the that leading contract manufacturer, Briton EMS, needed more SMT capacity, the new MYOptimisation service from SMT expert MYDATA provided an effective and efficient solution that involved no capital expenditure. read more REF: MYD027 RELEASED: September 2009 |
| Termate offers free Links for power! Confident that once they have had the opportunity to examine one of its new shield neutral links potential users will readily appreciate the safety and convenience benefits it provides, power expert Termate is offering a limited quantity of samples, free of charge, to readers who contact Mark Guest on 0115 9784652. read more REF: TER001 RELEASED: September 2009 |
| Fresh makes national top 40 Just 16 months after we started trading, Fresh Public Relations has gained a place in the prestigious UK Top 40 list of technical public relations agencies, which is compiled annually by PR Week magazine. read more REF: FR001 RELEASED: May 2009 |
| IWM beats the recession Despite the present tough economic conditions worldwide, Birmingham-based Industrial Washing Machines (IWM) has been successful in securing orders for no fewer than ten new machines in the last two months, almost half of which are destined for export to Spain, Canada and Poland. read more REF: IWM018 RELEASED: May 2009 |
| FOR SPOTLESS PALLETS, IWM HAS ALL THE ANSWERS! Space saving compact construction, environmentally friendly energy efficient operation and exceptionally competitive pricing are key features of the latest range of high-performance pallet washers from Industrial Washing Machines (IWM). read more REF: IWM020 RELEASED: May 2009 |
| Megger’s structured cabling tester slashes certification time Fast dependable certification for Category 7, 6a, 6 and 5e structured cabling installations is easy to achieve with the products in Megger’s new and innovative SCT range of structured cabling testers. read more REF: MUK018 RELEASED: May 2009 |
| Megger supports IEC 61850 for protective relay testing Protective relay installations that are based on IEC 61850, the new international communication standard for electricity substations, can now be tested easily and conveniently with Megger’s popular and versatile MPRT test set. read more REF: MUK042 RELEASED: May 2009 |
| Taking insulation testing to the next level In response to growing demand for a portable high accuracy, low current test set suitable for testing insulation at up to 30 kV, Megger has introduced the new MIT30 high voltage insulation tester. read more REF: MUK078 RELEASED: May 2009 |
| Megger’s got tough solutions for structured cable testing Fast dependable certification for Category 5e, 6, 6a and 7 structured cabling installations is easy to achieve with the products in Megger’s new SCT range of structured cabling testers, and the response from the early users of these innovative testers has been uniformly enthusiastic. read more REF: MUS041 RELEASED: May 2009 |
| Applied Kilovolts switches to MYDATA Europe’s leading supplier of precision high-voltage high-stability power supplies, Applied Kilovolts, has switched to MYDATA pick-and-place equipment for the in-house assembly of its printed circuit boards. read more REF: MYD019 RELEASED: May 2009 |
| You have heard the rest now be silenced by the best! For medical, leisure goods, robotic and other applications requiring miniature gearheads with the lowest possible noise levels, products in the new Zeitlauf Gearmotors NoiselessPlus range, which are sold in [insert country] by motor expert, Delta Line Europe, are the ideal choice. read more REF: DEL006 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| IWM brings spares to a screen near you! With the new online spares shop which has now been added to the Industrial Washing Machines (IWM) website, identifying and ordering spares for the company’s products is a simple and convenient process that takes just minutes. The online shop also means that users of IWM machines have access to the spares ordering facility 24 hours a day, every day of the year. read more REF: IWM012 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| Megger measures low resistance anywhere! Equally at home in the laboratory, the workshop or in the field, on the bench or on the ground, Megger’s new heavy duty DLRO10HD low resistance ohmmeter combines rugged construction with accuracy and ease of use. read more REF: MUK048 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| Megger has the definitive test for transformer insulation With the new PAX IDAX-300 test set from Megger, the condition of the insulation in power transformers – a key indicator of future reliability and performance – can be easily, quickly and accurately assessed. Information provided by the instrument is an important aid for optimising the service life of costly power transformers. read more REF: MUK067 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| Megger supports IEC 61850 for protective relay testing Protective relay installations that are based on IEC 61850, the new international communication standard for electricity substations, can now be tested easily and conveniently with Megger’s popular and versatile MPRT test set. read more REF: MUS038 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| Megger puts Smart Grids to the test Evaluating the performance of protection schemes under real-world conditions – a task that is crucial to the success of the “Smart Grid” initiative in power transmission – is made easier and more convenient by the latest enhancements to Megger’s popular MPRT protective relay test sets, which now provide full support for all of the key Smart Grid technologies. read more REF: MUS039 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| Megger’s Golf Tournament contributes $1,000 to Phoenix Children’s Hospital Dallas, TX – April 14, 2009. Megger’s 9th annual golf tournament has contributed $1,000 to the Phoenix Children’s Hospital to help the Cancer and Blood Disorder Department. The tournament, which was held at The Lakes of Ahwatukee Golf Course in Phoenix, AZ. on February 7, was well attended with 18 foursomes participating. For the second year in a row, in lieu of prizes, Megger’s USA Distribution Team made a contribution to the Children’s Hospital. read more REF: MUS042 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| Changeovers take no time at all with MYDATA! With the new FlowLine concept from MYDATA, users of the company’s MY-series pick-and-place machines, which are already renowned for their exceptionally high utilisation, can now make product changeovers entirely without operator intervention. read more REF: MYD008 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| Stainless-steel makes its mark A tough working environment is par for the course in process plant applications, and even the smallest of the components used need to be carefully chosen. That’s why, for cable and component identification, stainless-steel markers are often the best option. read more REF: PAR007 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| All the small things! To help companies keep costs under control in the current tough economic conditions, leading electrical and electronic distributor, Takbro, has introduced a new and comprehensive sourcing and supply service for the ancillary items that are used in almost every project, such as crimp terminations, cable ties, markers and labels. read more REF: TAK008 RELEASED: April 2009 |
| ROTAFENTE BOOSTS EFFICIENCY FOR NEW DELTA LINE MOTORS Thanks to their patented Rotafente copper-graphite commutation system, miniature motors in the new Portescap 35GLT range from Delta Line Europe offer exceptionally high torque and acceleration, combined with extended operational life. read more REF: DEL003 RELEASED: March 2009 |
| IWM CLEANS UP AT THE FOOD PROCESSING AWARDS! Industrial Washing Machines (IWM), the UK’s leading innovator in industrial washing technology, has won the prestigious award for best Environmental Initiative at the Food Processing Awards 2009. read more REF: IWM015 RELEASED: March 2009 |
| Wholesalers buy British to address the downturn According to Megger, the UK’s leading manufacturer of electrical test equipment, electrical wholesalers are reacting to the present economic downturn by showing an increasing preference for buying and stocking products that are made in Britain. read more REF: MUK060 RELEASED: March 2009 |
| Megger delivers versatility in easy relay testing With six independently controlled current outputs, the new FREJA 306 protection relay test set from Megger provides an easy to use and economical solution for testing protection relays, including differential types. To further enhance its versatility, the FREJA 306 features extended Hi Current outputs, rugged construction and a wide operating temperature range, making it ideal for field use. read more REF: MUK068 RELEASED: March 2009 |
| No cover for transformers? Dallas, TX, 9 March 2009 - Businesses that suffer a power transformer failure on their site could face bills running into hundreds of thousands of dollars. Hopefully this unfortunate event will be covered by insurance. read more REF: MUS037 RELEASED: March 2009 |
| One man and his MYDATA! One of MYDATA’s latest pick-and-place machines, the innovative MY100DX14, is to form the lynchpin of a new electronics sub-contract manufacturing business that has just been set up by Jeremy Justice, who has wide experience of electronics manufacture, particularly in the instrumentation and telecommunications sectors. read more REF: MYD014 RELEASED: March 2009 |
| JJS Electronics moves forward with MYDATA With the two existing MYDATA MY15e pick-and-place machines at its UK plant rapidly approaching full utilisation and customer demand continuing to grow, JJS Electronics, one of Europe’s most dynamic and successful CEMs, has doubled its printed circuit board assembly capacity by once again investing in MYDATA equipment, this time in the form of a new-generation high-throughput MY100DX14 machine. read more REF: MYD018 RELEASED: March 2009 |
| Now Partex ties are stainless! For the most demanding applications in industries such as marine engineering, petrochemical production and food manufacture, Partex is now offering one of the UK’s widest ranges of competitively priced high-performance stainless-steel cable ties. read more REF: PAR006 RELEASED: March 2009 |
| Vacon helps to bring home the gas! An 800 kW drive from Vacon, a global leader in AC drive technology, is making the 70,000 tonne liquid natural gas transport ship LNG Abuja much easier to manoeuvre, particularly when it is in port. read more REF: VAC010 RELEASED: March 2009 |
| Solder Paste Jet Printing For many years, stencil printing has been the standard method of depositing solder paste in surface mount assembly operations. It has served the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) world well, but there have always been acknowledged difficulties. read more REF: MYD010 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| Vacon drive saves £14,000 in a year Energy costs for the operation of a 90 kW rotary compressor installed at Albion Automotive, one of the UK’s prominent automotive tier 1 suppliers, have fallen by £14,000 per year after compressor experts, Glaston Compressor Services, fitted a Vacon NXS variable speed drive controller. read more REF: VAC003 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| Takbro – the interface place Specialist distributor Takbro is now offering what is probably the largest range of electrical and electronic interface products available from a single source in the UK. read more REF: TAK003 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| MYDATA UK succeeds in 2008, then expands again Following a very successful year in 2008, when it sold no fewer than 16 pick-and-place machines to both new and existing customers in the UK, SMT expert MYDATA has announced that it is further strengthening its UK organisation by appointing Adrian Short as a New Business Sales Manager. read more REF: MYD013 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| Page Electronics jets into the future with MYDATA After more than a month of exhaustive trials, Page Electronics, one of the largest and most successful subcontract electronics manufacturer in the Benelux countries, has purchased a MYDATA MY500 solder jet printing machine. read more REF: MYD012 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| Megger continues support for education Megger was fast and enthusiastic in its response when the North American Wind Research and Training Center at Mesalands Community College in New Mexico expressed a desire to promote wind energy and education. read more REF: MUS028 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| MEGGER PROVIDES CONTRACTORS WITH A NEW BUSINESS IN A BOX The “Business in a Box” is a new and innovative product from test instrument expert, Megger, which has been specifically developed to make it as easy as possible for electrical contractors to generate extra income – something that is likely to be particularly welcome in the current economic climate. read more REF: MUK049 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| Megger helps to keep old Westerns on the move! The Western Locomotive Association (WLA), which has its home at the Bridgenorth headquarters of the Severn Valley Railway, is finding a Megger MIT420 insulation and continuity tester to be the ideal tool for checking the condition of the electrical equipment in its two Class 52 diesel-hydraulic locomotives – D1013 Western Ranger and D1062 Western Courier. read more REF: MUK035 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| Megger’s compact new testers are tough enough for industry Small enough to fit easily into a pocket, yet tough enough to withstand the demanding physical and electrical conditions often found in industrial applications, Megger’s latest MIT200 insulation and continuity testers are not only robust, they also offer the highest levels of safety combined with exceptional ease of use. read more REF: MUK033 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| WITH MEGGER, CONTRACTORS GET THEIR TEETH INTO BLUETOOTH Sales of Megger’s latest MFT1553 On-site multifunction installation tester and software package have exceeded all expectations as contractors have been quick to realise the benefit and convenience of being able to transfer test results via a wireless Bluetooth connection to a laptop or mobile device running certification software. read more REF: MUK028 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| WASHING TO SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT Tray washers supplied by Industrial Washing Machines Ltd (IWM) are playing a major role in helping A F Blakemore & Son, the principal supplier to more than 700 Spar grocery stores in England and Wales, to minimise the environmental impact of its operations. read more REF: IWM004 RELEASED: JANUARY 2009 |
| Takbro – the interface place Specialist distributor Takbro is now offering what is probably the largest range of electrical and electronic interface products available from a single source in the UK. read more REF: TAK003 RELEASED: NOVEMBER 2008 |
| Solder Paste Jet Printing For many years, stencil printing has been the standard method of depositing solder paste in surface mount assembly operations. It has served the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) world well, but there have always been acknowledged difficulties. read more REF: MYD010 RELEASED: NOVEMBER 2008 |
| MYDATA’S NEW STICK FEEDER REALLY IS ROCKET SCIENCE! Increased productivity and reduced operating costs when using non-tape feed components with SMT printed circuit assembly machines are the key benefits of the new and innovative Agilis Stick feeders from MYDATA. read more REF: MYD006 RELEASED: NOVEMBER 2008 |
| MEGGER MAKES IT EASY TO MEASURE MOISTURE IN OIL With the latest KF-LAB and KF875 test sets from Megger, the moisture content in insulating oils can be measured easily and accurately, without the need for specialist skills. read more REF: MUK056 RELEASED: NOVEMBER 2008 |
| Megger guards against the rigours of industry With Megger’s new MTB7671 instrument test box, checking the accuracy of instruments used in testing and certifying electrical installations is a fast and straightforward task. read more REF: MUK031 RELEASED: NOVEMBER 2008 |
| Megger gives contractors confidence! By regularly using Megger’s new MTB7671 instrument test box, contractors can now have complete confidence that their instruments are delivering accurate results and are, therefore, capable of fully meeting the requirements of 17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations. read more REF: MUK029 RELEASED: NOVEMBER 2008 |
| EFFICIENT IWM WASHERS EARN A TAX BREAK! The latest EDi range of utensil washers from Industrial Washing Machines Ltd. (IWM) not only save users money by their efficient use of water and energy, they have also been added to the government’s Water Technology List that recognises products that protect the environment by saving water. read more REF: IMW003 RELEASED: NOVEMBER 2008 |
| ICORE APPOINTS A NEW BUSINESS MANAGER FOR HOSE Icore International, the leading developer and supplier of electrical interconnect and fluid transfer products to the defence, aerospace and transportation sectors, has appointed James Hart as Business Manager for Hose. read more REF: ICO002 RELEASED: NOVEMBER 2008 |
| TAKBRO COMPLETES ITS TIES WITH CRIMPTERM One of the widest ranges of cable ties in the UK is now available, at very competitive prices, from Takbro - the interface and wiring accessory expert. read more REF: TAK002 RELEASED: AUGUST 2008 |
| Partex makes a mark with new website Partex, the world’s leading cable marker manufacturer, has re-launched its website to offer a quick and convenient resource for all electricians, contractors and electrical engineers. read more REF: PAR001 RELEASED: AUGUST 2008 |
| PROTECTIVE RELAY TESTING EXPLAINED AND NETA CREDITED Seminars presented by Megger that offer practical and comprehensive training on the most critical and important aspects of protective relay testing can now qualify for NETA Continuing Technical Development (CTD) credits. read more REF: MUS019 RELEASED: AUGUST 2008 |
| Megger’s substation seminars are recognized by NETA Megger’s recent seminars in the latest developments for testing in substations have now been recognized to qualify for NETA Continuing Technical Development (CTD) credits. The two-day seminars have been added to NETA’s commercial course list and NETA Certified Level III & IV Technicians can attend the courses for 16 credits in Category 13, General. read more REF: MUS018 RELEASED: AUGUST 2008 |
| Putting fault location on the road By its very nature, cable fault location often needs to be carried out at remote sites, and even the most modern of cable fault locators could hardly be described as lightweight or easily portable. read more REF: MUK017 RELEASED: AUGUST 2008 |
| IWM SHOWS GREEN WASHERS AT PPMA At this year’s PPMA Show, IWM is focussing not only on the efficiency and low lifetime cost of its renowned industrial washing and sanitisation systems, but also on their outstanding environmental credentials. read more REF: IWM007 RELEASED: AUGUST 2008 |
| IWM’s new catalogue is awash with new products Industrial Washing Machines (IWM) has published a new and extensively updated version of its spare parts catalogue, making it an indispensable resource for everyone who specifies, purchases or uses high quality washing equipment. read more REF: IWM001 RELEASED: JUNE 2008 |
| CONDITION ASSESSMENT NEEDS A LAPTOP NO LONGER! With the introduction of Megger’s new DELTA3000 test set, automated insulation power factor testing – an invaluable aid to non-destructively assessing the condition of high-voltage electrical equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers and motors – can now be carried out without the inconvenience of having to link the tester to a laptop computer. read more REF: MUK004 RELEASED: JUNE 2008 |
| TRANSMILLE INNOVATION RECOGNISED BY QUEEN’S AWARD In recognition of the company’s long-term commitment to development and innovation, precision instrument manufacturer and calibration specialist Transmille has been selected to receive the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise. read more REF: TRA001 RELEASED: JUNE 2008 |
| THE COMPLETE SOLUTION FOR CONVEYOR UNITS When Conveyor Units, the UK’s largest manufacturer of roller and belt conveyors, needed a compact drive panel for use with its innovative new range of Uni-Flex flexible roller conveyors, drive expert Vacon was able to supply a complete and cost-effective solution. The panels supplied by Vacon incorporate 1.5kW versions of the company’s versatile NXL drives, plus contactors and individual motor protection devices with trip indicators for every motor. read more REF: VAC002 RELEASED: MAY 2008 |
| Vacon helps drive energy savings Vacon and PPT Drive Systems have joined forces to offer energy efficient solutions based on variable speed AC drives. The partnership offers free site surveys, energy saving calculations and complete solutions to tackle climate change. read more REF: VAC001 RELEASED: MAY 2008 |
| Delta Line Europe motors ahead with new website Following extensive research into customer requirements, Delta Line Europe has re-launched its website to incorporate a number of significant improvements that make it a valuable resource for all engineers. read more REF: DEL001 RELEASED: MAY 2008 |
| HANNOVER IS A HIT FOR MEGGER AND PROGRAMMA! With the launch of more than 20 new products, all of which generated enthusiastic interest, and a record number of enquiries received, Megger and Programma’s attendance at this year’s Hannover Fair – Europe’s premier industrial and technical exhibition – has been hailed as a resounding success. read more REF: MEU001 RELEASED: MAY 2008 |
| MEGGER COMBINES SPEED WITH ACCURACY IN TRANSFORMER TESTING Their unique testing algorithms and integral storage facilities for test results make Megger three-phase transformer turns ratio testers in the new TTR300 range many times faster to use than conventional turns ratio testers, especially when they are used to test difficult three-phase transformers such as those with multiple tap changers and bushing CTs. read more REF: MUK003 RELEASED: MAY 2008 |
| Megger helps students pass the test To promote best practice in electrical testing and to support the electricians of the future, Megger is helping students around the UK with its new and comprehensive Training Centre & College Campaign. The campaign includes the supply of educational material, complemented by a range of optional supporting activities throughout the year. read more REF: MUK006 RELEASED: APRIL 2008 |
| MEGGER’S GOT TOUGH SOLUTIONS FOR THE 17TH EDITION Tough, accurate, dependable instruments that offer outstanding value for money are now available from Megger to cover all of the testing requirements of the new 17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations, which comes into effect in June. read more REF: MUK005 RELEASED: APRIL 2008 |
| MEGGER OFFERS MORE IN EARTH TESTING Improved convenience and versatility are among the key benefits of the latest range of digital earth resistance testers from Megger, which has now been extended to include a new model powered from rechargeable batteries and versions with variable test frequency. read more REF: MUK002 RELEASED: APRIL 2008 |
MEGGER MAKES INSULATION TESTING EVEN SAFER! |