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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] 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 […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Quality Management System ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems have been around since the 1980’s. Back then it was BS5750 and overtime the standard has gone through many changes and updates. 2015 saw the standard have a new look with new clauses and requirements and a much more risk-based approach being taken with more […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] warehouse lighting Warehouse lighting: The pandemic may have already changed your warehouse environment, and will probably continue to do so for the unforeseeable future. Perhaps you have seen a growth in demand for certain product lines, putting stress on supply chains as never before. There’s never been a better time for employers to […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Emergency Lights It’s not just the emergency exit routes that need to be considered during the design and installation of an Emergency Lights system. High risk task areas are an important part of some projects, especially within industrial applications. In many emergency situations members of the public and any staff present will usually […]

LED Lighting LED lighting is now the go to solution for any modern lighting project. Environmental responsibility is now high on the agenda for most businesses. The less energy that is required to provide light – the better. And so LEDs provide attractive alternatives to other forms of lighting. There are great environmental benefits to […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] You’ve heard of smart systems to control lighting but are you aware that this technology has been adapted to innovate the emergency lighting industry too? wireless emergency lighting: Time is precious, and worldwide we are constantly looking to become more productive. Within the Emergency Lighting sector, time can be wasted during the testing […]

[siteorigin_widget class=”kad_image_widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Do schools need emergency lighting? Do schools need emergency lighting: The simple answer is YES! UK law states that Emergency Lighting within a educational facility must provide a sufficient level of illumination and emergency exit signage should be clear. A common myth in our industry is that schools don’t need emergency lighting. Pupils […]