Posts Tagged ‘Support’
New returns procedure from 1st June 2025
The returns procedure has been updated and will be in place from the 1st of June 2025. From this date, all customers will be required to ship returns back to MK Test through our Inward Processing procedures. Inward Processing allows us to import goods in line with Customs and Government guidelines, without paying import duties…
Read MoreFixed or Floating earth? Unveiling the Dilemma in Electrical Testing
In electrical and electronic testing, precision and reliability reign supreme. As engineers and technicians develop increasingly complex circuitry and connectivity designs, they encounter a critical decision point: fixed or floating earth? This blog article explores the nuances, advantages and applications of both, helping you decide whether to use fixed or floating earth systems. This article…
Read MoreCurtains up for safety: How light curtains protect test operators from high voltage hazards – safety light curtains
Within manufacturing settings, safety light curtains stand as crucial protectors, shielding operators from potential harm by creating a sensing screen between danger points in the system or machinery. In this article Alex Dixon, Project Manager at MK Test Systems, summarises the benefits and use of these safety devices in conjunction with an MK Test…
Read MoreHAECO offering ExLRT calibration services in China
ExLRT calibration services are now being offered in China by HAECO Xiamen. HAECO have already begun providing the service. The first ExLRT calibration was successfully carried out for Boeing Shanghai at the start of August 2023. Charlie Cheung is MK Test’s Regional Sales Director for Asia Pacific…
Read MoreMK boost their commitment to customer service
MK Test have recently introduced several new initiatives as part of their ongoing commitment to improved customer service. A helpdesk has been in place for several months, which gives customers the ability to self-report issues via the website, mktest.com. This has also given the Service team a better view of the…
Read MoreModular wire harness test system benefits
This article explains the benefits of a modular wire harness test system for harness shops and wire harness manufacturers. It also explains how our RTS ® (Real Time Scanning) test system is a modular solution which improves test speed through its many features. Going small to see big improvements As wire harnesses become more complex, advanced…
Read MoreWhat’s the difference between 2 and 4 wire testing?
This article offers an explanation of what 2-wire and 4-wire resistance testing is, and explains when each method would be the most appropriate technique. Written by Jo Bimson, Principal Systems Engineer at MK Test Systems. Introduction Most automatic harness test systems offer 2-wire or 4-wire resistance measurement capabilities. Some systems also offer dual-wire measurements, offering…
Read MoreHow to control MKAT Runner software using a remote device
The MKAT ® Runner software can be controlled with a remote device on the same network, via a web browser. This quick guide shows you how to achieve this in just a few steps. Article written by Chris de Vere Moss, Software Test Engineer at MK Test Systems. How to control MKAT Runner software using…
Read MoreWhich loop resistance tester do the OEMs want you to use? OEM Requirements Explained
Identifying the right tool for aircraft OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) bond and loop testing requirements can be complex. As an MRO, your first point of call should be the AMM (maintenance manual). However, some OEMs are more prescriptive than others. And with a broad range of similar tools available on the marketing all claiming to comply…
Read MoreHow to choose a loop resistance tester
Modern loop resistance tester tools have several features designed to make prescribed testing easier and faster than ever before. This article is a quick guide on the top features to look for when you’re sourcing an LRT. OEM approval Is the tool specified for use by the aircraft manufacturer? It goes without saying that to…
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