Could someone point me in the right direction for learning everything I need to know on heating systems throughout my apprenticeship I didn’t get to do a lot of it and would like to know my stuff . Thanks
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One of my regular clients' father's house was broken into last night by an armed gang. They beat him up a bit and burgalled the house. Pretty shocking, four people smashed the rear patio door and simply ran in and terrorized the 2 occupants.
As he was elderly I expect they cased the house...
Does anyone know of any procedures and/or devices made specifically for temporarily raising solar panels and their associated ballasted racking systems in order to accommodate localized roof repairs on a flat rooftop of a commercial building. The idea is to minimize work needed to allow for a...
I'm familiar with Lutron and similar high end systems, but wondered what contractors are using in the residential sector, for new smaller installations (maybe one or two rooms).
For example, where a client has a mix of conventional circuits such as downlights, pendants, etc and would like basic...
Hi guys & girls, I have a client who wants a new cctv system on his business, He sells cars so has a lot of ground to cover. Doesn’t need any fancy extras just a dvr that can take around 30 cameras, and the cameras image to be clear enough to recognise faces and number plates at a distance of...
just brushing up on the 18th edition before I take the refresher this week. Iv seen Regulation 521.10.202 which basically states cables need to be supported throughout the installation in such a way they do not get in the way in the result of a fire. Does this mean cable clips on ceilings /...
I am trying to find a supplier to supply a slightly customised Bell door entry system i.e. not exactly one of their standard kits. I used to deal directly with Bell whose sales dept is excellent but now they say they won't supply direct. I need a supplier who is at least capable of understanding...
Does anyone know the history or reasoning behind PME and TN-C-S earthing? It came up today and I thought it was worth knowing.
Why was it brought in and when?
Had a quote to do today. Simple job, a doorbell (built in transformer and chime jobby)
Best option is to feed of the ring with switched fcu.
I took a look at the installation and noticed quite a few problems. No bonding, no rcd protection, CU right next to the gas meter, 3036 fuses etc
Zs...
Afternoon all,
Newbie here (so be gentle-lol)
No doubt I am reviving an old timeless thread but am going to ask either way ....
I am a commercial gas engineer by trade and quite a vast amount of my job consists of fault finding electrical panels/bms systems.
Whilst I can slowly fumble my...
My house is totally gutted and I’ll be doing a complete rewire. I’m more than likely just going to do a conventional rewire but with all the smart systems etc that are out there part of me is inclined to go in that direction just to get the experience of installing such things. As I’m over 50...
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We are based in Malvern and cover mainly the Herefordshire & Worcestershire area.
We are a NAPIT approved contractor, fully insured and qualified to carry out all domestic and small business works.
Hello Ladies, Gentleman, Fellow Sparks,
I'm Rob Argent, New to the site, Former 15th edition electrician now last 18 years Integrated Security Engineer (MD) for Comstation Security Systems.
Im based in Mid Kent and want to be a valuable asset to your tool box with anything regarding Alarms -...
Hi can anyone help i have just completed an advanced apprenticeship in Level 3 electrical/electronic i have gained a level 3 btec diploma and Level 3 nvq extended diploma in electrical/electronic engineering (manufacturing control systems equipment) i also have my level 3 in electrical...
Hi Folks,
Does anybody here work for or can recommend a reputable security supply & installation company?
I'm looking for a reputable company that can install a complete monitored system including door access, cctv and intruder alarm.
It is for a large company based in Stoke on Trent...
This course will help delegates understand how to specify and design safety related control circuits which comply with the requirements of both the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 (Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC) and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations. It explains...
Morning All,
I'm looking to control outside floodlights from a remote device (similar to an auto garage door for example). They are presently switched on from indoors and would like to keep that facility in addition to the R/C device.
I've looked at Wise Controls from Focus SB and they seem...
Hi Everyone,
Just joined the forum today, hoping to pick your brains now and again as I've been watching as a guest for a while and found it to be a friendly and knowledgeable place to be!
I'm an Electrician myself and run a electrical and building contractors within the west midlands.
As the...
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