Cable Detection’s new EZiCAT i600 / i650 and LOGiCAT System

Cable Detection recently introduced a new digital range of cable avoidance tools (CATs), the i-Series has revolutionised the field of cable avoidance.

Leading the path of this new revolution is the EZiCAT i600 and i650 cable avoidance tools, make locating underground cables and pipes a simple and efficient task, ultimately saving time and money.

Cable Detection recently introduced a range of high specification cable avoidance tools, the new EZiCAT i600 and i650 cable LOCATORS. Both models incorporate data logging and Bluetooth wireless functionality, allowing the instruments to be fully analysed through Cable Detection's unique LOGiCAT SOFTWARE.

On board memory function records the activity of the devices to allow plant mangers to verify the EZiCAT’s usage and provides the ability to recall records following a near miss or service strike or similar incident. The on board memory can then be downloaded via Bluetooth wireless data transfer.

Data logging
The EZiCAT i600 / i650 cable avoidance tools record and store information whilst they are in use. The locators start to record information every second after completion of the initial start-up routine. These records (logs) are stored in the locators memory and can be retrieved and transferred via Bluetooth to a PC for analysis. The locators are capable of storing approximately 80 hours of records.

Bluetooth Wireless Connectivity
Both the EZiCAT i600 and i650 locators have the added benefit of Bluetooth wireless connectivity. It allows the EZiCAT to integrate seamlessly with mobile mapping technology to log survey data, in addition to enabling wireless Bluetooth data transfer.

LOGiCAT Software
Once downloaded, the LOGiCAT software retrieves the following information from the locator:

Time and Date Information
Identifies when and at what time ground surveys were conducted

Usage Duration
Determines how long survey teams searched for buried services and discovers actual product utilisation.

User Identification
Forces users to become accountable for their actions and identifies those who need additional product training.

Detection Mode Used
Allows managers to judge the quality and thoroughness of work. As more comprehensive ground surveys are conducted the locator records the mode of operation including the use of a signal generator.

Service Detection
Discovers quickly if any buried services were detected during surveys and even determines the signal strength shown on the locator.

Product Fleet Management
Displays and monitors the service and calibration dates of your locator fleet, ensuring they are kept in perfect working order and not being used when calibration is due.

Diagnostic Check
Displays locators which have failed the EST (Extended self test) and removes them from the active fleet for immediate repair. This reduces the possibility of defective equipment being used on site.

Management Reports
Produces basic statistical reports from the logged data, allowing users to see how products are utilised and how ground survey teams are using themon-site.


The LOGiCAT Software package consists of:
- LOGiCAT Software CD-ROM
- Bluetooth Dongle
- Software User Manual

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Reflective Targets

Survey Express Services offer a range of retro reflective targets manufactured from a high grade, reflective material, to produce the best long distance measuring results.

The reflective material is manufactured by 3M so providing quality and state-of-the-art reflecting properties, full cube prismatic retro reflective sheeting that delivers optimal performance at all sight distances. Their high quality aligns them to be undertaken during precise engineering surveys.

Reflective targets can be placed around a structure to conduct a deformation survey. A series of measurements are taken to the reflective targets over time with any differences showing if movement of the structure has occurred.

Alternatively, reflective targets can be positioned as control points around a building to allow free station positioning.

Survey Express Services offer the retro reflective targets in two traditional colours, silver and ultra bright yellow in a range of size options (20mm, 30mm or 50mm).


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Ladies Harness - Design by ladies for ladies

The design of a safety harness is a feat of engineering. It has to be comfortable for long periods of time whilst taking into account the force of a fall.

When a manufacturer designs a harness, it is always based on the requirements of a male. The chest, back and leg straps will be positioned for men, but do not take into account the requirements of females who often find these harnesses uncomfortable to wear.

Safety concerns have been raised about the dynamics of the harness when a female wearing a male harness falls. Often the chest straps tighten, causing damage to breast tissue.

Ridgegear RGH35 Harness
With this in mind, Ridgegear has developed the first harness for ladies. The new Ridgegear RGH35 is specially designed by ladies for ladies.

The Ridgegear RGH35 harness is manufactured with a high chest “V” and centre strap which fits comfortably between the breasts to limit any possible damage in the event of a fall.

The harness is supplied with a waist belt for additional comfort and quick connect leg adjustments to aid donning.

Comfort leg pads are supplied as standard and shoulder pads can be supplied as an optional extra.

The Ridgegear RGH35 harness is manufactured using 43mm water repellent Polyester webbing.


Rip Stitch
Ridgegear has incorporated a rip stitch indicator. This simple but effective safety indicator shows if the harness has been used within a fall. If an operative uses this harness at height, and unfortunately falls, the force can affect the mechanics of the harness. The rip stitch indicator detaches and shows if the harness has been damaged.


Available in Three Sizes
Three sizes are available; small 10-12, medium 14-16 and large 16+



About Ridgegear
Ridgegear have been pioneering the development of height safety equipment for over 70 years. Their range of safety lanyards are at the forefront of technological developments to provide maximum safety and protection to the operative.


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IPAF Harness Kit

Working at height is one of the most dangerous professions, so it is imperative that safety is never overlooked.

Employers and operatives alike have an extensive list of precautions to undertake before a mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) is operated. This includes checking ground conditions, weather and overhead crushing hazards.

But what would happen if the platform preformed a sudden movement? You may not be in any position to avoid violent movement of the basket. But there is a real risk of serious injury or death from being catapulted out. The correct use of a harness can prevent you from being thrown out.

The recent Clunk Click campaign by The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) highlighted the importance for all users of platforms to wear a full body harness with a short restraint lanyard attached to a suitable anchor point.

Similarly the HSE has published an information sheet - HSE Information Sheet MISC614, detailing that a work restraint system for use on a MEWP should normally be a combination of a full body harness.

Older lanyards offend feature shock absorbing packs and lengths of up to 6 feet. This type of lanyard would not stop an operative falling out of the basket. By utilising a short restraint lanyard, the operative is ‘stopped’ or restrained from falling.

Working with IPAF, Ridgegear has developed a harness kit specifically designed for operatives working from heights.

The Ridgegear RGHK5 IPAF harness kit features the RGH2 harness combined with a Ridgegear RGL12 adjustable restraint lanyard.

Ridgegear RGH2 Harness
The Ridgegear RGH2 harness is the "workhorse" of the industry. This harness is fitted with both a rear and a chest mounted front dee rings. The ring connection between the chest and the shoulder straps, ensure no stress loading when force is applied the front dee ring. Featuring fully adjustable straps and rip stitch indicators.

Ridgegear RGL12 Adjustable Lanyard
The Ridgegear RGL12 is an adjustable restraint lanyard, allows for adjustability to ensure the correct length can be selected to act as a leash for an operative working at height.


Ridgegear have been pioneering the development of height safety equipment for over 70 years. Their range of safety lanyards are at the forefront of technological developments to provide maximum safety and protection to the operative.

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Which DISTO Is Best For Me?

Choosing a Leica DISTO can be confusing. With the largest range of any manufacturer, there is a Leica DISTO for all applications.

But which DISTO is better for you.

Do you measure outdoors?
Do you require a digital zoom?
Do you need a digital tilt sensor?
Do you need to download the measurements?

Well don't panic. Our simple chart guides through the decision making process.


I have just found out that I need a Leica DISTO X310 (the heavy duty instrument) because I tend to drop things.

So which is best for your?

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FREE Leica DISTO with Leica Roteo

How about a FREE Leica DISTO?

Well Leica Geosystems are offer a free Leica DISTO D3a laser measuring instrument with the Leica Roteo 35G green beam laser level.



The Leica Roteo 35G features a motorised wall mount to allow you to fine tune the high of the beam without climbing step ladders, user friendly controls and a green laser beam for better visibility. The pioneering green laser beam is four times more visible to the human eye. So you have the best possible visibility.

The Leica DISTO D3a features the laser precision measuring laser, digital tilt sensor and measuring functions. Utilised by professionals all over the world, the Leica DISTO D3a is the perfect measuring partner.

This is a limited offer while stock lasts, please check our website for updates.

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Confined Space Entry – is your gas detector right for the job?

Working in confined spaces is difficult at the best of times. Operators often have to wear full PPE (personal protective equipment), are usually harnessed and may be carrying tools and equipment.

The last thing a worker in this arduous environment needs to worry about is his or her gas detector. It should be designed specifically for confined space entry (CSE) applications, be unobtrusive and have a clear display that is easy to see at a glance.

There is a wide range of safety equipment required for CSE environments, but gas detection is one of the most important and commonly overlooked instruments.

Users of gas detectors have typically had to make a choice between pumped units, diffusion models, or with ‘parasitic’ pumps. Handheld detectors are supplied in differing sizes and many are not optimised for confined space work.

So, what are the requirements of the ‘ideal’ CSE gas detector?

Crowcon has undertaken extensive market research among users and fleet managers. This has identified five essential features:

• Simple to use
• Bright, easy to read display
• Long battery life (for at least one full shift, and preferably two)
• Robust design and construction
• Reliable detection (unreliable detectors can quickly holt a project)

These features may all seem obvious, but finding a gas detector that includes all of them, has, until now, been impossible.

With this feedback in mind, Crowcon went back to the drawing board. The result is the newly launched Crowcon Gas-Pro, a design perfectly for CSE applications.

Specific CSE features of the new Gas-Pro include:


Compact size
The Crowcon Gas-Pro has been kept to a minimum size. It is designed so as not to get in the way of other PPE device and not to interfere with the worker’s primary activity.

Top Mounted Display
Unlike other gas detection instrument, Crowcon has developed the Gas-Pro with a bright, top-mount display that can be read at a glance without having to even touch the detector.

+ve Safety
Unique to the Crowcon Gas-Pro, +ve Safety provides tri-colour status indication, giving quick and effective monitoring of gas test (bump), calibration, over range and recent alarm notification. The indication light is visible to all, offering the fleet manager a quick, simple, yet comprehensive visible indication of monitor status.

Multiple Gas Sensors
Multiple gas sensors for up to five potentially hazardous gases from an extremely wide range of sensors and configurations. Crowcon has spent considerable investment into sensor design to eliminate potential configuration issues.

Enhanced Construction
The Crowcon Gas-Pro is extremely rugged and has IP65 &IP67 ingress protection with an extremely loud >95 dB alarm as well as a vibrating and dual colour visual warnings as standard.

Internal Pump
An internal pump means that pre-entry testing can be done quickly and easily. Problems of poor sealing and the need for extra equipment associated with parasitic pumps has been removed.

The Crowcon Gas-Pro is a new category of product designed for just one purpose – ensuring gas safety in confined spaces. Free from worries about what risks might come with compromise, personnel entering these spaces will be more focused on their core activities, safe in the knowledge that their gas detector is focused on its core activity.

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