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The Dangers of Counterfeit Goods

August 8, 2013 For many of us, cash grows tighter and tighter as the months go by, in an attempt to capitalise on this, criminal gangs are flooding our towns and cities with discount rate counterfeit goods. Many of us are choosing to save our hard earned money and purchase these fake goods over the real McCoy.  These goods however are no longer limited to tracksuits and trainers. The industry has dangerously moved into electrical goods, with the most popular counterfeit products being hair styler’s, children’s games and mobile phone... Read More

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The Dangers of Electrical Appliances We Use Everyday

April 1, 2014 There are many electrical appliances which we use everyday that can be dangerous if they are not used or maintained correctly. This is why portable appliance testing (PAT testing) is important, to ensure the safety of electrical appliances. Here we will examine the dangers of the most commonly used electrical appliances which you will find in the home and the workplace. Not only do these items need to be PAT tested to ensure they are safe to use, but they should be operated safely to prevent unnecessary... Read More

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What to Do During a Power Cut

March 13, 2014 Power cuts aren’t a regular occurrence but when they do happen it is always best to be prepared. Here we will look at what to do during a power cut to make sure you are comfortable and safe. Types of power cuts The most common household power cuts happen when an electrical appliance blows a fuse causing the circuit breaker panel or fuse box to trip off power to the house as a safety precaution. These types of power cuts are easily fixed by flipping the breaker switch... Read More

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Electrical Safety and Flooding

February 7, 2014 Many homes have been tragically affected by the recent floods across the UK, so it is important to know how to deal with electrical systems and appliances during this time as it can be extremely dangerous if not done correctly. To keep yourself safe we have put together this guide to prevent the risk of an electrical  injury after a flood. Electrical Safety Do’s and Don’ts After Floods Here are some general rules to keep you safe when entering your house after a flood. Do: Get your... Read More

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How to detect counterfeit electronic equipment

January 15, 2014 Counterfeit appliances are becoming increasingly common in the UK, with the sale of fake electronics growing rapidly. Counterfeit electronics are being used in many applications, which is extremely detrimental to businesses whose products are being imitated or badly reproduced. This can be very damaging to reputations of trustworthy brands that are associated with these products, and most importantly; the safety of the user is being compromised. We want to ensure that the process of detecting counterfeit electronics is made aware to consumers so that the presence of... Read More

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Do Christmas Lights Need to Be PAT Tested?

December 18, 2013 It’s that time of year again, and many of us will be digging out our Christmas lights ready to swirl around our trees. You would probably think that as your lights have been stored in a cupboard or loft for most of the year that they will need testing. This is not necessarily true. Of course it is important to make sure that your lights are safe before switching them on, but this can usually be done with a visual check. Before switching on your lights, you... Read More

picture of a pat tester 05/12/2013

What are the Requirements of Portable Appliance Testing?

December 5, 2013 Portable Appliance Testing, or PAT is the examination of electrical appliances and equipment to make sure that they meet health and safety requirements. Electrical irregularities can be detected by visually examining an appliance, but sometimes these particular defects can only be found by performing a test. Of course, visual examination is imperative in any safety check process, and is essential as some defects in electrical safety cannot be distinguished by testing alone. A somewhat simple user check incorporating a brief checklist can be extremely useful within any electrical... Read More

iphone charger 12/11/2013

How to Spot a Fake iPhone charger

November 12, 2013 Most people nowadays will have a smartphone, and many would say that they couldn’t live without theirs. But are you willing to risk your own life by scrimping on quality to buy a cheap counterfeit charger? There have been a string of incidents in recent months which have seen Apple product users being electrically shocked when unplugging their devices, and one which even resulted in death. Earlier this year, a young woman was reportedly killed by an electric shock when she answered a call on her iPhone 5... Read More

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Asset Labels Can Help Your Business

October 22, 2013 Everyone knows the feeling, you have misplaced an item and can’t seem to find it anywhere, it’s not in the last place you remember having it and it’s not with the last person you remember lending it too either… nightmare! Objects do have a habit of growing legs and wandering off, especially when you’re working in a large organisation or company. That’s why asset labels are such a handy product for any business. Asset labels are a type of sticker that is used to keep track of... Read More