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We’ve been a leader in the introduction of OHL works in various DNO’s across the country and spear-headed the pilot in the UKPN region to make OHL activity contestable.  And now we are doing the same with Northern Power Grid. Currently non-contestable, Northern Power Grid are working hard to make OHL BAU (business as usual). …

OHL Activity in Northern Power Grid Read More »

It\’s happening. After months of discussion, planning and negotiation, Electrical Testing are finally moving. About 30 yards! Early February saw the ground workers finally start work on our new premises and we couldn\’t be more excited. A new purpose built building is going up on the land next to the current office. The additional space …

Breaking New Ground – Electrical Testing Expands It\’s Footprint Read More »

As 2019 roles on, our existing and increasing staff requirements require new vehicles and so we were thrilled to receive our first new vehicle of 2019 this week. Straight off the production line, these new vehicles are more fuel efficient and kinder to the environment. They require less maintenance and are more reliable, especially given …

New wheels! Read More »

ETL Training\’s first batch of apprentices are now halfway through their 2 year journey. The 8 week course, delivered over 2 years is a gateway for old and young alike who\’s company benefit from free training through their apprenticeship levy. This current crop of apprentices have completed 4 weeks over the last 12 months, learning …

Apprentices Reach Halfway Read More »

Our training centre at Acle, has undergone a refit. It is used to help train staff both internal and external in the Highways Electrical sector. We\’ve brought the highway indoors so that training can be undertaken in a warm, safe and controlled environment. Up to 8 learners can put through their paces on the rigs, …

ETL Training Centre Has Refit Read More »

Together with 3 equally obsessed golfers, our own Greg Jarvis took to the links to raise money for charity, and in the process raised over £2000 and counting. The brain child behind this Herculean effort was Ringway Milton Keynes\’ own Gary Thorne, who with his colleagues Dave Hand and Dean Stead, dragged Greg into the …

The Illuminators raise over £2000 for Cancer Research Read More »

Ben Humphrys, a former Senior Manager with Carillion Plc and the Carillion contracts manager for Suffolk County Council, has been appointed Operations Director overseeing the day to day operations at Electrical Testing for both ETL Highways and ETL Connections. Ben has extensive knowledge of the utilities industry having spent time working in both the telecoms …

Former Carillion Manager Ben Humphrys Appointed Operations Director Read More »

Electrical Testing are please to welcome Gemma Crews to the fold as our much need Fleet Manager. With over a 100 vehicles on the road including vans, MWEP\’s, trucks and HIAB\’s the time had finally come to have a sole person in charge of this critical part of the business. Included in the Gemma\’s role, …

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