Electrical Contracting News (ECN) September 2017 | Page 62

SPECIAL FEATURE

SPECIAL FEATURE

TEST & MEASUREMENT
Where a warranty is not required , many data cable installers don ’ t realise that they could use a cable and network transmission tester instead .
The research shows that selecting the right type and quantity of equipment is vitally important for ensuring profitable , flexible data cable installation . With the support of equipment suppliers , companies need to analyse the work they carry out and accurately identify their certifier and tester needs in order to make savings . Likewise , test and measurement equipment suppliers need to respond effectively to these changes .
within their fleet would be a benefit . Analysis of the work carried out by those involved in the research , however , showed that more cable certifiers are usually not needed .
Typically , only 25 per cent of jobs require cable manufacturer warranties . Many data cable installers don ’ t realise that they could use a cable and network transmission tester on the majority of jobs instead . Three-quarters of the time , where a warranty is not needed , the proof of performance reports produced by this type of tester can be shared with clients . These
testers are also more affordable , making it more feasible for all installers to have one .
Resolving conflict
Data cable installation businesses are changing . Far from being an added bonus , mobile data sharing is becoming a must-have . Also , nowadays , up-front investment in several certifiers is just not always feasible , meaning businesses are increasingly trying to move their investment in test equipment from a capital expenditure to operational expenditure .
Far from being an added bonus , mobile data sharing is becoming a must-have .

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