Test Equipment
Pioneering the future of PAT testing
With fresh reports of electrical appliance fires hitting the news in recent months, it’s no surprise that demand for PAT testing is on the rise. A recent Which? investigation found that faulty household appliances such as washing machines, fridge-freezers and tumble dryers are responsible for causing more than 60 fires a week in the UK.
and easy to carry out but can pick up on potentially dangerous issues caused by things most people won’t spot. Now professionals across the industry are
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calling for new and innovative products that can keep up with their increasing workloads. Electrical testing expert Seaward has
responded with its latest range of downloadable PAT testers, the Apollo+ series, designed specifically to make PAT testing easier. The North East-based company is an established leader in the field of electronic safety test instrumentation, developing products including PAT testers, software and accessories for the electrical, bio-medical and solar industries. Seaward has a long history of innovation in
testing devices since it was established in 1982 and revolutionised the PAT market when it launched its first portable tester, the PrimeTest, more than 10 years ago. Before the arrival of Seaward’s products, testers were large, mains-powered devices
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lectrical safety campaigners have long since argued the importance of simple tests like PAT, which are quick
users. The Apollo+ series builds on the success of its predecessor with a range of new features, improved functionality and accessories designed to save time in the field. Seaward Managing Director, Andrew Upton,
said: “Something we hear time and time again from our customers is that their workloads are increasing and they need their equipment to keep up. “We’ve listened carefully to this feedback and it was a key consideration for us when we developed the Apollo+.” The new external rechargeable battery pack
Seaward Managing Director, Andrew Upton.
rather than the portable, handheld form the PrimeTest pioneered. With its history of keeping on top of market
trends, it’s no surprise that efficiency and user experience were at the forefront when the company developed the Apollo+ series. Since its launch five years ago, the original Apollo series has been a firm favourite among
is a welcome feature for high-volume users who previously faced limitations in operating time or had to switch devices when their batteries ran out. It might sound like a simple measure but minimising downtime is essential for busy operators. The Apollo+ also makes use of an innovative 2D (QR) code label format that allows users to store huge amounts of data which can be easily retrieved using the Bluetooth 2D Elite barcode scanner – allowing for much quicker retesting. Results can also be synced with a brand new app, the Seaward QR DATA Viewer, which gives ●Continued over
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