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2nd September 2021

Here at Tecalemit Garage Equipment we are preparing to celebrate our 100th year of Garage Equipment supply. MOT testing has been a comprehensive part of our range since the concept was first launched by the Ministry Of Transport in 1960. Have a look at the latest article in Tyre Trade News which discusses our history with MOT brake testers. Which Tecalemit Brake Tester Display do you have?

27th August 2021

Tecalemit Garage Equipment provides a comprehensive range of vehicle lifting solutions for commercial vehicles, but there are times when a different method of dealing with vehicle inspection and repair may be required. Here we have outlined a variety of features and benefits of our range of inspection pits.

A modern inspection pit can provide a viable alternative for commercial vehicle (CV) workshops. The current range of pits from Tecalemit provide a completely different environment to the old brick and concrete pits that were commonly found in commercial vehicle workshops of the past. These modern prefabricated steel pits provide many advantages over alternative construction methods. They are specifically designed as load bearing structures which enable the safe and efficient use of Tecalemit commercial vehicle pit jacks. With pit jacks featuring a typical axle load capacity of 20 tonnes up to special 50 tonne heavy duty units, the Tecalemit range of commercial vehicle pit jacks can be contained securely in order to provide an effective over-pit lifting capability.

When installing a prefabricated inspection pit, the jacking beam rail will be built into the design of the pit and the pit jack runs along on this dedicated rail. With the addition of an air operated Tecalemit pneumatic pit jack, together with a range of lifting accessories such as chassis crutches, differential case adaptors and spreader beams, the ease of the over-pit lifting operation can be further improved. The connection of an air supply to the inspection pit can also serve to provide the facility with oil extraction via in-pit oil drainer to deliver a safe method of handling contaminated waste oils. The modern vehicle pit can also be designed and constructed to feature tailored recesses to store oil drainers, as well as toolboxes, in order to keep the working area safe and free from hazards.

The steel pit tub provides a secure watertight environment, while the tough epoxy coated surface allows easy cleaning. This combines to create a durable, safe solution whilst creating an agreeable working environment. A range of pit lighting options helps to further enhance the environment, with the surface finish of the pits providing good light dispersion to benefit the technician. The pit tub can also be fabricated to include purpose designed housings for the Tecalemit DE/7353 pit play detector to enable the testing of commercial vehicle steering and suspension components. The DE/7353 is approved for use in DVSA authorised testing facilities (ATF) which enables CV fleet operators to undertake their own pre-MOT steering and suspension testing.

Tecalemit’s DE/9700 roller brake tester can be used to create a definitive CV testing facility which allows operators to test their vehicle to MOT standards while undertaking their own periodic brake safety and efficiency tests. So which vehicles is Tecalemit Garage Equipment’s Commercial Vehicle Brake Tester (CVBT) suitable for? Well, our DE/9700 CVBT accommodates testing of HGV’s, PSV’s, trailers, in fact most commercial vehicles. The brake tester’s innovative design means it is also suitable for testing cars and light commercials all on one machine if required. This in-ground brake tester delivers a solid solution which can be adapted to meet your testing requirements.

The benefits of the Tecalemit’s CV brake tester include:

• DVSA database included
• Easy exit, bi-directional rollers
• Can be installed spanning pit lane
• Powerful, soft-start 15kW motors
• Wireless control unit for one-person operation
• DVSA approved for ATF and MOT test lane installations

So as you can see Tecalemit’s range of inspection pits offer a modern, safe option for CV workshops. Our pits provide a sense of security where some people may feel lifts are too dependent upon their lifting ability, which can be particularly unnerving when working under some large commercial vehicles. As we have shown there are many benefits to designing a workshop with an inspection pit, particularly since the arrival of prefabricated pits has overcome many of the downsides found in commercial vehicle workshops of the past. This has resulted the costs of inspecting, maintaining and testing vehicles with pits a more viable option, especially when combined a play detector and brake tester.

Contact us today to discover more about Tecalemit's range of CV workshop equipment.

Email: sales@tecalemit.co.uk Tel: 01752 219111 Web: tecalemit.co.uk

15th June 2021

If you can’t go up, then go down.

Here at Tecalemit, we can design and install Workshop Inspection Pits for many applications, in various sizes. Inspection pits are based around a standard design which can be varied in length, width, and depth to suit each workshop. In addition, there are options for personalisation via a number of additional extras. In the latest edition of Transport Operator we explore the benefits of Commercial Vehicle workshops utilising in-ground inspection pits as part of a repair, service and ATF testing operation.

28th April 2021

Tecalemit’s Commercial Vehicle Brake Testers are not just about carrying out HGV, Bus or Coach annual testing as part of an Authorised Test Facility (ATF). In the latest edition of Transport Operator we explore the benefits of installing a Roller Brake Tester for periodic safety checks. Routine safety inspections of commercial vehicles should be carried out on a regular basis and braking test needs to form a part of each safety inspection. Tecalemit’s DE/9700 commercial vehicle roller brake tester allows operators to build their own fleet database, automatically recording vehicle test results and reducing the administrative activity of creating a records system up in the office.

20th January 2021

Over on the Transport Operator website you can explore the efficiency and safety aspects of dealing with Commercial Vehicle tyres in high volume workshop operations and how Tecalemit can help. With a range of commercial vehicle tyre changers and wheel balancers plus an inflation cage, the heavy duty wheel service range from Tecalemit helps keep those big wheels turning.

Our Black Friday sale is now on!

Let us ask you a question. How would you like to take advantage of some amazing discounts on Tecalemit's range of wheel aligners and tyre servicing equipment?

For a limited time only we are offering money off our proven Italian range of tyre changers and wheel balancers, along with our Trackalign wheel alignment systems.*

Order any of these outstanding pieces of equipment before Black Friday to take advantage of these fantastic, money-saving deals. Call us today on 01752 219111 to find out more.

*Terms & conditions apply. Discounts offered on applicable wheel alignment and tyre servicing equipment for orders received during November until Black Friday (27/11/2020) and delivered before 18/12/2020. Offer excludes Tiro tyre changer, Tiro wheel balancer and Tiro package.

2nd November 2020

Following on from the Government announcement at the weekend, we would like to reassure you that Tecalemit Garage Equipment Co Ltd will remain open and will operate as normal.

The offices and warehouse along with all field based staff will continue to work, whilst following Covid-19 safety guidelines, to avoid disruption/delay to any orders.

Thank you for your patience and continued support during these uncertain times.

22nd May 2020

As we begin to see businesses across the country restart following the relaxation of the lockdown we must all adapt quickly to new ways of operating, making sure that all employees, customers and visitors are kept safe.

At Tecalemit we have prepared revised methods of operating with the risk of Coronavirus, including risk assessments and new methods of working, as we bring our team back from a period of furlough. Currently not all staff are back in place, but we continue to cover all aspects of the business activity.

Whether your enquiry be for product and spare parts or installation and after-sales support please contact the relevant office on the details below and one of the team will help you. If field-based sales support is required, if your contact is not available, please contact the Sales office and your enquiry will be directed to a member of the field-based team who is covering the area.

All requests for support should be submitted by email or telephone via the details below:

SERVICE: SERVICE@TECALEMIT.CO.UK 01752 219100

SALES: SALES@TECALEMIT.CO.UK 01752 219111

We continue to follow Government advice and will post updates on any changes. Thank you for your support during these challenging times.

17th April 2020

24th March 2020

Following yesterday evenings announcements by the Prime Minister, the team at Tecalemit Garage Equipment have reviewed our scope of activity in order to protect our supply chain staff. The decision has been taken to cease field-based activities from today.

Engineer Attendance

Monday 23rd March was the last day that Tecalemit Engineers were able attend site to undertake installations, repair, preventative maintenance and calibrations.

Installations that have already commenced and not finished by 24th March will be 'frozen' until restrictions are removed.

Preventive Maintenance visits that are already scheduled from the 24th March onwards will be postponed; these will be re-scheduled when restrictions are lifted.

Equipment Breakdowns cannot be progressed until after the ‘restrictions to movement’ have been lifted. This applies to equipment that is under warranty and outside of warranty. Any issues of equipment failing within warranty must still be logged with our service office via email - service@tecalemit.co.uk We will then process this as appropriate when restrictions are lifted in the order the calls have been received.

DVSA Equipment Calibrations that are already scheduled and due after the 24th March will be re-scheduled. We are working with the DVSA via the GEA to determine how to deal with DVSA MOT Equipment that 'locks out' if it is not calibrated on the required date.

Field Sales Operations

All of the Tecalemit field Sales Team are available to help with product enquiries, but will not be able to conduct site visits at this time. It is recognised that some businesses may turn their attention to future equipment needs and start asking distributors for price and specification. We will also continue to process and issue quotations and produce ‘indicative layouts’ for MOT Equipment.

Tecalemit and its staff would like to thank you for your continued support during these restricted measures, we understand it may also be challenging for yourselves and any assistance we can provide will be done to the best of our ability.