January Sales Almost Over

Posted by Mike on Jan 26, 2012 in New Products | 0 comments

The January sales are almost over for Makita and Agilent. Don’t miss out your chance to grab a bargain.

Just to remind you, the January deals consist of Makita and Agilent:

Makita are a well-know, popular brand of power tools. Their range is massive and and the quialit of all thier products is second to none.

Agilent are the American power house of electrical test equipment. Thier testers are the most accurate, most advanced and (in my opinion) the best looking on the market.

New Power Tools From FEIN

Posted by Mike on Jan 26, 2012 in New Products | 0 comments

We now stock a large range of FEIN Multi Master tools and accessories. Amazing tool at a fantastic price.

Check the link below:

http://isswww.co.uk/FEIN-MultiMaster/

Free Thermal Imaging Guidebook For Buildings And Renewable Energy Applications

Posted by Mike on Oct 18, 2011 in Thermal Imaging | 2 comments

Flir are giving away even more free stuff.

This time it’s a free Thermal Imaging Guidebook For Buildings and Renewable Applications. You can find the link below. You can get an instant digital copy, order a hard copy, or get both! all for free. Enjoy!:

Thermal Imaging Guidebook For Building And Renewable Applications

Thermal resolution comparison

Posted by Mike on Oct 4, 2011 in Thermal Imaging | 643 comments

Below you will see some thermal pictures taken with 5 different Flir thermal cameras. It’s a great way to compare the difference between high res and low res cameras. All the shots were taken at a long distance (200m) and the cameras used were the Flir i3, i7, E60, T425 and T640.

From looking at the pictures you will see where your money goes when you buy a thermal imager. The Flir i3 is the lowest resolution and the cheapest camera. The Flir T640 is the most expensive of the 5 and has the highest resolution.

Free Solar Pv training

Posted by Mike on Oct 4, 2011 in Solar PV | 0 comments

Seaward Solar are offering a free practical solar training course.

Each course is half a day and you will be taught by industry experts in the installation of solar PV. The intention is to give you experience and confidence in PV installations so you are ready to complete the electrical tests required by the new IEC 62446 standard

Spaces are limited and they’re going fast so book a spot before they all go. Link below

Free Solar PV Training by Seaward Solar

Free Calibration Certificate Vs Paid Calibration Certificate

Posted by Mike on Oct 3, 2011 in Technical Information And Help | 17 comments

One of the most frequently asked questions we get is about calibration certificates.

People get confused when our website offers a free calibration certificate with a tester, but also the option to add a calibration certificate for a price.

Well i am here today to explain the difference and benefits of both.

Damaged Homes Due To Poor PV Installations

Posted by Mike on Sep 13, 2011 in Solar PV | 3 comments

According to the NHBC Foundation, homes could be severely damaged from rain penertration and wind damage due to the poor installation of PV systems and micro windturbines.

The popularity of renewable energy systems, being installed on residential properties, is the highest it has ever been. Energy awareness, feed-in-tarrifs and the ever growing expense of heating, gas and electricity have all led to a massive increase in the installation of these systems.

Amendment 1. 17th Edition Regs and On Site Guides

Posted by Mike on Sep 13, 2011 in Technical Information And Help | 1 comment

The new wiring regulations for 17th edition are here along with the new On Site Guide.

The 17th Edition Wiring Regulations 2011 have already been released and are available to buy. The new 17th edition On Site Guide will be available at the start of October.

Links to both products can be found below. We’re taking pre-orders for the On Site Guide so get in there now to save disappointment.

Free Trial Of Solar Cert Elements Software

Posted by Mike on Sep 8, 2011 in Solar PV | 2 comments

Seaward are offering a 30 day trial of their Solar Cert Elements Software for Solar Pv installers.

I downloaded it myself and had a go and I was happily surprised. Not being a PV installer I thought it wouldn’t make much sense.

Well installation was a breeze, loaded up with no problems, showed me a tutorial video and i was away!

Talk.electricianforum.co.uk

Posted by Mike on Sep 7, 2011 in Technical Information And Help | 2 comments

If your looking for a forum with friendly, experienced electricians that are always willing to help, then you wont go wrong with talk.electricianforum.co.uk

There’s a reason why they’re the UK’s leading electricians forum.

Check them out – Talk.electricianforum.co.uk