Author: Lindsay Newham

If you are considering swapping to an electric car, you are likely to have heard all the misconceptions regarding owning one. Electric vehicle technology has developed quickly in recent times but limits of early technology are still considered reasons not to make the switch to an EV. Let’s unpick the top three common myths to […]

A fire alarm call point or manual call point, provides an opportunity to manually raise the alarm in the event of a fire. The button, which is usually placed behind breakable glass, is pushed raising the alarm and so alerting everyone in the building.  They add another safety measure to a fire alarm system by […]

The battery backup of the emergency lighting system will depend on the building and the evacuation strategy. A 3-hour duration is required in entertainment places (cinemas, theatres, etc.) and facilities with a sleeping risk (hotels and guesthouses, etc.). A 3-hour duration is also required if evacuation is not immediate or where early re-occupation may be […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”WP_Widget_Media_Image”][/siteorigin_widget] Why Do I Need a UPS? A sudden loss of power will disrupt most business operations and lead to an inability to trade or communicate. It can also cause data loss, hardware failure, production loss, and in some cases even put someone’s life in danger. A UPS or uninterruptible power supply is a […]

Many of us will have heard or used the term ‘IP Rating’, but what does the term mean? How does it affect what you’re looking for? What do the numbers mean? IP or Ingress Protection ratings are used to give customers a clear indication of the item’s resistance against intrusion from foreign bodies. There are […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] What are the Pros and Cons of Conventional and Addressable Fire Alarm Systems? In this blog we look at the key pros and cons of both conventional fire alarm systems and addressable fire alarm systems, assisting customers in making the right choice.   Conventional Fire Alarm Systems A conventional system identifies the activated […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] A Reference Guide INTRODUCTION This guide is written, offering practical guidance for contractors undertaking work on emergency lighting systems. It does not attempt to replace any of the parts of BS 5266. You can find more detailed technical recommendations by following the existing standards. Anyone undertaking works on Emergency Lighting Systems should have copies […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Why Choose BLE Lighting and Power Ltd? How do you find the right emergency lighting products for your premises? As you can imagine, there are a variety of emergency lighting systems available, all of which are suited to a different kind of emergency in varying types of premises. It’s essential you establish which […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Emergency lighting plays a big role in the safety of building occupants, staff and visitors in the event of an emergency. Even in a power failure, these safety lighting measures are designed to illuminate, utilising batteries, they visually display the safest and fastest route out of the building. There’s two main types of […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] The reopening of cinemas Remember those trips to the cinema to see the latest blockbuster? Seems like an age ago? When will cinemas open? The interval is over – cinemas reopen! With ‘step three’ of the government’s lockdown easing plan, indoor cinemas are now allowed to reopen their doors in England and Scotland […]