Technical Blog Archive

What is an Electric Footswitch? An electric footswitch is a type of foot operated switch which uses electricity to function. They are very common and can be used for a wide range of applications. We have an extensive range of electric footswitches   Types of Electric Footswitches...

What is Push to Talk? “Push to Talk” is a type of application found in call centers and emergency services. It involves using a footswitch as a way of answering the phone. This way of answering the phone is preferred as it is hands free allowing the user to operate a computer with...

Pendant Switch Uses Our pendant switches are used throughout many industries, although one of our most popular industries for this product is the medical industry. Pendant switches are operated by either a medical professional or the patient themselves to...

Metal foot pedals form part of our footswitch range. They are used for various applications and we have different options available.  Why use a Metal Foot Pedal Metal foot pedals are a popular choice for industrial applications as they are robust and hard wearing making them suitable for...

Single pole switches are well used within the home; the most well-known application for a single pole switch is a light switch. Single pole switches can be easily recognised; they are the typical on/off switch and often have the markings to indicate “on” or “off”, they...

We have both footswitches and hand controls which are well suited to industrial machinery. Footswitches are a more popular choice as an industrial machine switch because it gives the user full use of both hands within a hazardous environment.  Applications for an Industrial Machine...