Test Equipment
The growth of renewable technologies has blurred the lines between traditional trades. In particular, the rise of heat pump installations has created new testing requirements. Plumbing and heating engineers are increasingly called upon to carry out electrical work during commissioning, troubleshooting and servicing.
Modern heat pump systems often require testing of electrical circuits, verification of supply voltage, checking of earth continuity and sometimes insulation resistance testing before final sign-off. Without the correct electrical testing tools, installers may face incomplete installations, system failures, or even invalidated manufacturer warranties.
Arctic Hayes’s testing equipment – thanks to its intuitive operation and reliable performance – is ideally suited for use by multi-skilled engineers. A heating installer who already trusts Arctic Hayes for gas leak detection or freeze kits can extend that trust into electrical testing, safe in the knowledge they are using quality equipment. For wholesalers, this crossover offers a vital chance to expand sales. Stocking and promoting electrical testing tools to plumbing and heating customers could unlock significant additional business – particularly as the drive towards Net Zero pushes more installers towards renewables. For some customers – particularly those crossing over from plumbing into electrical work – the array of testers and meters on offer
can be confusing. Simple interventions, such as training counter staff on the basic differences between a multimeter and a voltage tester, or providing quick-reference guides, can add real value. By working with suppliers like Arctic Hayes, wholesalers can even organise in-branch demonstrations or offer bundled kits tailored to specific tasks. Clear merchandising and knowledgeable advice encourage customers to invest not just in any tool, but in the right tool – helping ensure compliance on site and satisfaction back at the counter. At its core, the need for reliable testing equipment is driven by one thing: keeping people safe. Whether it’s ensuring an electrical installation is properly earthed, confirming a socket is wired correctly, or checking that a heat pump is correctly connected, the consequences of getting it wrong are serious.
Poor testing leads to dangerous installations, increased risk of fire, system failures and at worst, serious injury. The industry rightly places a heavy burden of responsibility on installers and by extension, on the wholesalers that supply them. Testing products should be safe, easy-to-use and accurate–helping trade professionals meet their obligations confidently. For wholesalers, this adds a further selling point - they aren’t just providing another product, they’re helping their customers protect themselves and their clients.
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