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Power Tool Vibration: Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005

Power Tool Vibration: Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005

The HSE Vibration at work advises employers on exposure levels, impacts of excessive exposure, who’s at risk, measuring exposure, and reducing the risks. This is to combat the side effects that long periods of exposure can cause. There are two areas the HSE look at in their guidance, hand-arm vibration from power tools and machinery and whole-body vibration from…

Surface Preparation: Trelawny VL303 Needle Scaler How-to-Guide

Surface Preparation: Trelawny VL303 Needle Scaler – How-to-Guide

Cleaning surfaces or removing coatings or other materials that have built up that require specialised tools. The Trelawny VL303 needle gun or needle scaler is the ideal low vibration solution designed for projects of all different sizes and surfaces.  How does the needle scaler work? The Trelawny VL303 houses 28 x 3mm needles attached to…

How do you sand concrete floors

Concrete floors: How do you sand concrete floors?

Sanding concrete floors requires specific tools such as floor grinders to make sure an even finish is achieved. Concrete itself is one of the most commonly used materials in construction due to its’ affordability, durability and low maintenance properties. It is also waterproof, which makes it resistant to things like erosion. Concrete has historically been…

Beacon UK Decontamination

Should a business hire or buy mobile decontamination units?

Decontamination units are a considerable investment for any business but an essential part of all licensed asbestos removal projects for contractors, that means you need to have them to carry out any work to complying with HSE guidelines.   Depending on the size of a business contributing factors such as budget, number of projects a business…

Beacon’s Contribution During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID -19 pandemic has taken its toll on us all, the impact has been profound, and the consequences are certain to be felt for years to come. As individuals and businesses, we have had to adapt to the challenging environment we have found ourselves. I wanted to give some personal insight into the past…

We’re Expanding!

We are delighted to announce that today we have acquired ARENZ, an asbestos removal equipment retailer in New Zealand. We are excited to extend our expertise globally and will continue to pride ourselves on excellent service and high-quality products. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our clients for their trust and custom,…

What type of coveralls should I use to protect me against hazardous substances?

What type of coverall should I use? There can be many reasons to use protective clothing, in particular the different types of coveralls. In most situations our bodies are effectively protected by our regular clothes and our skin. However, in some circumstances, we are subjected to environments and substances that are more harsh than day-to-day…

How to use Bostik ET-150 user guide

How to use Bostik ET-150

Bostik ET-150 Sprayable Vapour Barrier Coating is ideal as a protective barrier coating when carrying out work on areas that may contain hazardous substances such as asbestos. It is commonly used as an asbestos encapsulant, as well as a vapour barrier coating for internal and external insulated piping equipment and air conditioning ducting. It is…

X-Tex: A How-To DIY Guide

How to Use X-Tex Artex Remover? Trade Strip X-Tex is designed for the safe removal of textured coatings such as Artex, without the disruption to potentially hazardous fibres such as asbestos. Prior to the 1990s potentially dangerous substances such as asbestos were used in a range of textured coatings and finishes, so it is essential…