Containerised Test Systems
Sue James • May 7, 2020
JTS Ltd specialises in designing and building systems for temperature, humidity, rain, dust and vibration testing, with units ranging from small bench-top chambers to walk-in rooms, and air conditioning units to supply independent test rigs.
We work closely with our clients to build test solutions for individual company requirements, often involving innovative approaches.
One such project, currently, is for University of South Wales' Centre for Automotive and Power Systems Engineering (CAPSE). The team there are working with major companies to test new battery technologies, not only for the automotive industry but for National Grid and renewable energies too.
JTS has to date converted twelve 30 ft shipping containers into specialist self-contained ‘test cells’ for temperature and humidity testing at CAPSE’s Pontypridd site. Battery testing can be highly volatile and to minimise risk in this case, JTS engineers designed an innovative CO2 cascade system, capable of achieving a range of +80 / -40c at high rates of temperature change. As an inert gas, CO2 has a major advantage in this application over alternative refrigerants which are either highly flammable, less efficient or have a far higher GWP (Global Warming Potential).
Our relationship with CAPSE is ongoing, providing support and maintenance, and we’re now looking into training USW personnel to carry out simple troubleshooting and maintenance.
Working closely with clients ensures the best outcomes for individual test needs, whether the requirement is for standard or bespoke chambers, containerised systems, or walk-in rooms. With experience across a wide range of industries, and a client base including manufacturers such as Dyson, BAE Systems, TRW Automotive and Red Bull, we are ready to help you achieve the best environmental test solutions for your products.
Contact us if you have a special requirement, or are interested in knowing more about our containerised systems.
Following on from our transition into Employee Ownership in 2024, we are keen to expand our service department and are now looking for an experienced engineer to join our talented team. If you have experience in servicing environmental test chambers, are happy to travel across the UK and occasionally to Ireland, this could be the role for you. Key Tasks To carry out preventative and scheduled maintenance of refrigeration, electrical and humidity systems on environmental test equipment Carry out annual calibrations of equipment Diagnose problems and carry out repairs, upgrades and retrofits on all refrigeration, electrical, humidity and software systems Work at customer premises, and in our workshop at Talgarth, Powys, as and when required Be part of our team for project installations To contribute to building customer relations and growing our servicing capabilities Managing your own work in conjunction with our office staff Managing service parts and equipment, and ensuring paperwork is complete Key Skills Experience with environmental test chambers Conversant with commercial and industrial electrical systems Knowledge of electronic controls/controllers Fgas qualification- City & Guilds Level 2 Fgas & ODS reg: cat1 500/5730/3 or equivalent Good working knowledge of refrigeration systems and refrigerants, including cascade systems Good pipework skills including brazing/silver soldering Capable of working alone on-site Competent with Microsoft Office and PC systems Scope This is seen as a key role within the company, and you will be an active contributor to the growth and successful future of the business. It is expected that as the business continues to grow you will contribute to the vision for the company, be forward thinking and open to change. Person Specification You will be a self-motivated engineer, with high integrity, able to work alone or as part of a team. An ability to use your own initiative is essential, as are excellent inter-personal skills and respect for customers. You must be able to organise and manage your work and be confident working independently, as well as part of a team when required. Weekend work is rarely required. Full clean driving licence essential. Expected start date - As soon as possible Location – can be based remote from Talgarth Hours – 40 hours / week Salary – negotiable depending on experience but between £40 - £45k + company van Full job description can be found on Indeed.com https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a5ee79933e4cb0a9&from=shareddesktop_copy CV's being submitted to JG HR Solutions Limited - julie@jghrsolutions.co.uk
JTS were asked by local councillor William Powell to help out refreshing a storage container used by Talgarth Town FC juniors and ladies. After some initial discussions and a quick cad mock up to agree the paint scheme the JTS team began to work on the project. This happened with the help of the Black Mountains College (Power) and Talgarth Building Supplies (Paint) and the JTS workforce. As you can see the container has had a new lease of life and we hope the guys using the container like the paint work! ‘Good news TTFC under 10’s celebrated a home victory with the team having a photo and the container used as a back drop!’
James Technical Services Limited having been involved in electric car, battery development and testing over the past 7 years have now installed two 11kW charging points at the factory in Talgarth mid Wales. These points can be used by customers and employees 😊 JTS have always been following the progress of the battery development and have purchased their first electric vehicle which will be used by the employees to carry out sales / site visits. The container test chamber below is used by various car manufacturers for electric vehicle battery testing. This is just one example of a battery testing facility JTS can supply.
