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    Hello from Cologne. Annoyed by german electricians who say "you can't!".

    Hello. German electricians, in my opinion, are quickly vicious in forums, like many German craftsmen, when you ask questions about their area of expertise. They apparently feel it is an affront to honor if a layman dares to try to do something they have spent 3.5 years learning to do. Besides...
  2. D

    German Wiring , is it superior /?

    So , like most things the Germans are generally considered the top of the class...Making Cars , engineering , Construction and so on... What do we think of this new domestic install??
  3. D

    German light wiring

    Hello campers, I'm currently in Germany visiting family, I served my time in the UK and my dad has asked about wiring a 2 gang light switch feeding two separate lights switching independently. I have done a little digging and since I haven't come across german wiring before it seems you are...
  4. M

    How can I safely use a German coffee machine in the UK?

    Could any help with my query please? I bought a coffee machine but it come with a German plug, can this be used safely in the UK? It works with the adapter pictured. However shouldn't a coffee machine be earthed? Any advice is appreciated.
  5. P

    German trained "Mechatroniker"

    Hi, I have been living in Germany for 5 years now and am currently training to become a Mechatroniker, it's a 3.5 year course which includes Electric, mechanic and IT. Also some welding etc. Afterwards I will be officially allowed to work as an Electrician or in some kind of metal related field...
  6. Paul Cole

    Hello everyone - 3-phase German wiring needs

    Hello everyone, I've recently moved to east Germany into an old terrace house that requires updating. A German forum has helped me upto a point with understanding what we have, but the language has become a strain. Can anyone here comment on the configuration we have and on my ideas for...
  7. S

    Bootlace ferrules French or German colours

    Hi Folks TLC have bootlace ferrules in French or German colours. Is it legit to use these in the UK? If so, is either preferable and why? And why have these not been harmonized?
  8. F

    I Need Work Happy new year! German industrial electronic technican (installer,maintainance,testing, up to 50kV)

    Hi all, I wish you all a great new year! For me it is a new start. It is my first time in UK. I am looking for a permanent Position anywhere. I have over 15 years experience in automotive, retail and rail industry. Be experienced in maintenance of low and high voltage processes, have the...
    • FelixP
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    • electronic german happy industrial new thank welcome
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Electricians Jobs
  9. Dan

    German Market Lorry Incident

    Live: Berlin lorry attack kills 12 at Christmas market - BBC News - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-europe-38370364 Terrible news. RIP. Thoughts go out to their families and friends.
  10. B

    Rewiring UK plugs to German (Schoko)

    I'll be moving permanently to Germany next month and am in the process of figuring out how best to sort out my electrical appliances. For many of them, it's cheap and easy enough to get hold of European kettle leads and the like, but some of my appliances have odd plugs or are wired directly...
  11. Jurgster

    British sparky working in Germany

    Hi, I have decided to ground this thread to whine about practices of Germany's best made sparkys. I repeatedly discovered that I am challenged with the German mentality of so called competent electrical installation or electrician's. Let us see how much resonance will come. I just hope that...
  12. Corbs

    12mm long bootlace ferrules

    long time no speak :) but im in need of some super assistance im looking for some 12mm bootlace ferrules (insulated) good quality ones on the internet as no where locally stock them in that length csa of 0.75mm, 1.00mm, 1.50mm and 2.50mm if possible single entry have had a look any i can...
  13. J

    german hydraulic platform

    I've got a 3 phase hydraulic lifting platform secondhand from germany with the control station missing, so im trying to trace wiring out from the drawing, but it's in german (obviously). Anyone know what the following german words translate as; 1, Heben 2, Hubende 3, Senken 4, Bruke 5...
  14. F

    Working in Germany

    Good Afternoon, I have total confusion regarding this subject and after looking at site after site I am in no better mind so I hope you guys can help me out on my points !!!!!!!!!! I am a electrical improover and having spent over 17 years in the trade I am well upto date with all electrical...
    • future evolve
    • Thread
    • electrical work german germany not uk working
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. UKMeterman

    Bristol German Christmas market wiring details

    Just had a wonder round the local German Christmas market in Bristol and took the attached pics. The stalls all seem to have european sockets and I saw issues such as in the pictures...
  16. P

    German PV developer seeks business partner in UK

    Hello everyone. I represent a branch of a German PV developer with over 50 MW on our account. We want to enter the British market without building a branch in the UK, which would enable us to give better deals. We got sufficient experience, references, manpower and equipment to reach for the...
  17. U

    Working in Germany

    I know multiple people have posted questions about this, but no one seems to have gotten a good answer. Does anyone know how to get qualified to work as an electrician in Germany, and how the necessary qualifications compare to qualifications in the UK?
    • User2013
    • Thread
    • electrical work english german germany learn not uk their working
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. B

    German PAT Equivalent?

    Hello there, I am doing some research for the company I work for I just wanted to know if there is an equivalent to PAT testing within Germany? I have had a look through Google but any pointers in the right direction would be much appreciated. Thanks for your help :)
    • bakewell
    • Thread
    • equivalent german not uk pat pat testing
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. B

    The German Crash..

    Makes barker look like a nice guy... EPCs to be most affected by Germany
  20. S

    Tis the season to be burgled

    Hi all Had a card through the door yesterday from the Police saying that a house near to us has been burgled. They advised that this is the busy period for all those lovely people to help themselves to our hard earned things. Just thought I would put a quick post up to remind people to check...
    • Sanke
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    • aus german led season their through tis
    • Replies: 32
    • Forum: Australia

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