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If your workshop, garage or MOT station is to close down during the Covid-19 pandemic, please consider the following to avoid problems when you resume operations.

A vehicle lift help guide for wire rope inspections - identifying different types of wire rope damage on vehicle lifts.

Straightset are now suppliers of BM Autoteknik Brake Testers. The range includes a Class 4 and Class 7 Brake Tester which is MOT Connected Accepted.

A brand new purpose built Volvo facility opened its doors in early February 2020 located on Bluebell Way in Preston. Straightset were excited to work with Rybrook on this workshop installation project.

Your workshop compressor should always be kept in tip top condition to keep it running to its full potential. It does a lot more than inflating the tyres on a vehicle. In fact, it is probably the most important piece of equipment in any garage or workshop.

Bahco have upgraded their renowned ‘torque solutions’ range, which ensures the accuracy professionals demand from digital torque tools or mechanical torque tools.

Straightset are looking to recruit an Installation Engineer to join our team. View our job spec here to see if its the right role for you.

The dispensing hoses in your workshop are a very important tool when servicing vehicles. Make sure your workshop reels and hoses are always in good condition, here's our advice.

When running a busy workshop, keeping operation costs down to maximise profit, is an important part of business. Therefore, considering that regular servicing of your equipment is not a mandatory requirement, is it really a cost worth investing in? Here’s some thoughts to help you decide…

When using a two post car ramp, why do the lifting arms start and stop at intervals? Our GEA accredited engineer explains all.