We recently conducted an energised inspection at Queen Mary Hospital Roehampton for the FM giants, Equans. Sonic Trace by MET Group detects concealed problems in electrical installations without needing to isolate the power. Our engineers analyse the data both on-site and off-site, comparing all files to our extensive library of over 350,000 electrical sound files. If there's a problem in your HV or LV infrastructure requiring further investigation, we will identify it. MET G

Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs) are critical components in electrical systems, ensuring safety and reliability in buildings, offices, and industrial settings across the UK. Regular maintenance of ACBs is essential to prevent electrical faults, enhance system longevity, and comply with UK regulations. This blog post explores why ACB maintenance should be a priority for UK residents and businesses, offering practical insights into its benefits and best practices. What is an ACB and

MET Group Power Systems is set to commence the mainland European segment of our AFS and inspection contract for our client located in the USA. The contract will be in effect from 2025 to 2030, involving our engineers and designers working in 16 countries, with operations based out of our offices in Plymouth, Frankfurt, and Manchester. Our in-house design team offers comprehensive services, including Full Electrical Design, Earthing, Arc Flash, and Renewable Energy Studies. Co

We are delighted to open a new office in Plymouths historic Royal William Yard in the United Kingdom, to support our power distribution design. Our in-house design teams recent projects include data centres, solar farms and hospitals. Our power systems division can , design, build, and maintain the energy assets that fuel the world today while ensuring they’re ready for tomorrow’s innovations. From consulting and design to construction, commissioning, and start-up, through to

On MET Groups Power Systems team, we pride ourselves on delivering cutting-edge high voltage (HV) infrastructure design and technical support that powers the world today while preparing it for the challenges of tomorrow. Our expertise spans a wide range of services, from embedded generation and renewable energy solutions to power distribution network design and ongoing maintenance for commercial buildings. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and reliability, we partner w

We are thrilled to have been selected for the 2025 energised inspection & METs Sonic Trace service at one of the UK's tallest structures, 22 Bishopsgate, located in central London. The project was assigned to MET Group by our esteemed client, BGIS, one of the world's largest FM companies. This is our second trip to 22 Bishopgate; our last visit was in 2022. Now, with previous data, our engineers can perform trend analysis and identify whether some electrical assets are not op

In today’s rapidly evolving energy landscape, the demand for efficient, reliable, and sustainable power systems has never been greater. With the global shift towards renewable energy sources and decentralised generation, the complexity of integrating diverse power sources into the grid has increased significantly. This is where MET Groups Power Systems Division steps in, providing expert design and engineering services to meet these challenges head-on. At MET Group, we specia

Our engineers discovered a concealed issue at a vital UK data center. The anomaly, which was approaching a critical state, was found in an LV panel essential to the business's financial infrastructure. The critical test position procedure identified the issue in the panel section. The image above serves as the signature that clarifies the issue for our expertly trained engineers. MET Group is at the forefront of Energised Inspections in the UK and Europe, and we are proud to

We are proud to have been instructed by Mitie FM to carry out a thermographic and ultrasonic inspection of the critical busbar installation at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital. This significant project underscores our commitment to ensuring the safety and reliability of essential electrical infrastructure in healthcare environments. The advanced inspection techniques allow us to identify potential issues before they escalate, safeguarding the hospital's electrical infrastructure

MET Group is thrilled to provide energised testing services to Stansted Airport for our esteemed client, Airport Integrated Services. The technology employed by our engineers will identify concealed problems in the essential parts of the electrical infrastructure. In a challenging environment such as Stansted Airport, having METs energised services significantly minimises unexpected critical asset and power failures. Airport Integrated Services & Stansted Airport Management h

The Importance of ACB Testing and Maintenance and How MET Group Can Help In the world of modern electrical infrastructure, the reliability of power distribution systems is critical for the smooth operation of businesses, industries, and large facilities. A crucial component in these systems is the Air Circuit Breaker (ACB). Ensuring the proper functioning of ACBs through regular testing and maintenance is essential for preventing unexpected failures, minimizing downtime, and

Well done to all our site staff & engineers for another clean sheet as 2024 is drawing to a close. At MET, 'Safety at Work, Peace of Mind on the Way Home' is not just a slogan—it's our commitment. Our comprehensive safety procedures for inspecting HV and LV assets have resulted in thousands of inspections without any accidents or near misses, while uncovering numerous hidden potential critical faults within our clients' electrical infrastructure. We take pride in having s

MET Group Technical carry out extensive electrical testing and evaluation activities on the electrical systems at the UK Government's Porton Down site. All testing processes are performed in line with established protocols to ensure the integrity of electrical networks essential for Public Health England's operations.

MET Group Technical carry out a solar inspection at the National Blood Centres in Newcastle and Barnsley on behalf of Mitie FM. As requested by Mitie FM, the inspection process was conducted according to SFG20 standards, involving two visits per year to ensure the solar installation maximises energy intake. It was not the case at National Bloods but MET Group encounters numerous solar installations that have not received any regular inspection or maintenance since they were i

During two weekends, MET Group Technical finished the maintenance and current injection testing of the ACB, MCCB, and PFC in the LV switchgear at the Adidas sites. The shutdown was a collaborative effort with CBRE engineers, who conducted general LV panel maintenance and assisted with the AP on weekends. The switchgear included breakers and tripping units from ABB and Schneider. Sometimes we receive requests for ACB cleaning only, without including current injection testing,

MET Group Technical is pleased to have conducted an energised inspection and power quality assessment at the Royal Victoria Hospital Newcastle for our esteemed client Mitie FM. Conducting tests since 2018 at the Royal Victoria Hospital has enabled MET Group to analyse the recorded data, empowering Mitie engineering staff to make informed decisions regarding budgets and prepare for any necessary planned shutdowns. We believe that data-driven facilities management is the way fo

Our findings indicate that many regions experience, fluctuations and disturbances in power quality, which can lead to equipment, malfunctions and increased energy costs. The data highlights specific areas where dirty power is more prominent., allowing for targeted interventions. By raising awareness about these issues, Our aim is to promote better infrastructure and practices to enhance the reliability of electrical supplies ultimately benefiting both consumers and businesses

All HV & LV electrical assets at Marcegaglia were inspected by our engineers. In addition to the electrical asset inspection, a comprehensive fixed wiring inspection was conducted at their UK facility. Our engineers completed all fields of inspection in accordance with MET Group's policy of not using subcontracted labour. By conducting both standard SFG20 inspections and energised inspections, compliance and reliability of the electrical infrastructure at this site will be en

Our engineers conducted an electrical inspection at Fujitsu's Solihull site on behalf of ISS FM. Having operated in the UK for ISS on the Fujitsu estate, we have carried out EICR, Energised Testing, Ultrasonic & Air Circuit Breaker Maintenance, and Secondary Injection Testing at different locations. To schedule a teams meeting with us, kindly email Paul.marshall@metgroupuk.com to explore the HV/LV inspection services offered by MET Group for all aspects of your electrical inf

MET Group Technical is the leading company in the UK specialising in the inspection of Busbar installations. We have just finished conducting a comprehensive ultrasonic inspection at Datum Data Centre for the third consecutive year on behalf of our esteemed client, Anord Mardix. The data collected by our engineers is analysed both on site and off site using our Sound Signature Library of more than 450,000 sound signatures from various electrical assets. This data is also comp