Auxiliary ground

Auxiliary ground is a separate supplemental grounding conductor for uses other than general equipment grounding.

Antistatic

Antistatic is a minimal generation or retention of a ‘static’ charge. It usually refers to the property of a material that inhibits triboelectric charging. Note: A material’s antistatic characteristic is not necessarily co-relatable with its resistively or resistance.

Air ioniser

An air ioniser is a source of charged air molecules (ions). They help to neutralise electrostatic charges on “process-essential” insulators and isolated (non-grounded) conductors. For more information, see our guide on ionisers in ESD control.

Air ions

Air ions are molecular clusters of about 10 molecules (water, impurities, etc.) bound by polarisation forces to a singly charged oxygen or nitrogen molecule.

Air conductivity

Air conductivity is the ability of air to conduct (pass) an electric current under the influence of an electric field.

How do Humidity Indicator Cards work?

Humidity Indicator Cards (HIC’s) are used to determine when products have been exposed to moisture above recommended storage levels. They are a low-cost method of indicating humidity conditions inside a moisture barrier bag after vacuum packaging. Each Humidity Indicator Card is printed with moisture sensitive spots, which respond to various levels of humidity with a visible colour change from blue to pink. The humidity inside dry packed moisture / metallised barrier bags can be monitored by including a HIC inside. When the bag is opened, the card can be examined for proper dryness inside the bag. This indicates that the barrier bag and the desiccants are functioned correctly.

In order to constantly verify that dry packaging methods are not compromised during storage and transport of products, Humidity Indicator Cards allow users along the supply chain to monitor the packages conditions. The cards are reversible and change as conditions change in the packaging environment, allowing users to monitor the conditions of product packaging.

How Do Humidity Indicator Cards Work?

Humidity Indicator Cards generally range from one spot to six spot cards. Our Standard Humidity Indicator Cards and Cobalt Dichloride Free Humidity Indicator Cards are available in three spot, four spot and six spot.

3 Spot	4 Spot	6 Spot
The indicator spots on the HICs change colour from blue to pink as humidity increases and from pink to blue as humidity decreases.	The indicator spots on the HICs change colour from blue to pink as humidity increases and from pink to blue as humidity decreases.	The indicator spots on the HICs change colour from blue to pink as humidity increases and from pink to blue as humidity decreases.

How much does your ESD training course cost?

Regarding costs, the pricing will depend on the amount of information/ training required. We can arrange to discuss training requirements and costs either via telephone or email. All training is designed to meet the requirements of IEC-61340-5.

Please contact us on 01793 511000 for further information and we can discuss the training course through with you.

**As Coronavirus restrictions ease, we will be offering our ESD training course to participants this year. Please make sure to contact us in advance to reserve your place and discuss your requirements.**

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What does the training course offer?

The training focuses on the causes of static generation, the effects of static discharge, and the materials and methods necessary for prevention and protection. The course content will reflect the facilities and current practice.

Understanding the phenomenon is enhanced through practical demonstrations and audience participation, allowing full engagement for the individual as a way of helping them to learn. Bondline provide various training course options so you can decide which one suits your needs best. Courses can be conducted in a small group or presented on a ‘one-to-one’ ‘train-the-trainer’ basis. For any questions regarding ESD that you may have, our experienced trainers will be happy to answer them during the training course. For any immediate questions about the training course itself, we’d love to have a chat with you to discuss these through.

What the training will cover:

• Examples of static damage, what components are susceptible to damage and which are not.
• How static is generated, and how you can prevent it in the workplace.
• Materials and procedures that you would use in the workplace to stop static damage would be wrist bands, coats, mats, boxes and the differences between all the “E.S.D” bags.
• We will cover why you need to ensure your companies’ product doesn’t go to your customer with static damage.
• Demonstrations can be carried out to show operators how much voltage is generated by themselves and everyday types of packaging. This would include all aspects of setting up E.S.D areas within the workplace, and the monitoring of the work procedures.
• We can advise you on the testing and calibration of cords/mats/desk tops/floors and all other relevant equipment.
• We will discuss methods and show examples of training people to get the E.S.D message over.
• Finally we go through the BSEN 61340-5 specification and advise on its relevance to your companies’ work areas.

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Who is Bondline’s ESD training course suitable for?

Bondline’s ESD training course is ideal for production personnel, engineers, support staff and managers. It is also suitable for those who would like to refresh their knowledge on ESD.

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How will the training course be conducted?

Bondline’s ESD training course will be carried out through the following:

• On customer’s premises.
• Tailored to customer’s requirements.
• Effective through personal involvement.

Bondline can offer a comprehensive training facility, effective through personal involvement. This can be tailored to your requirements at your premises. Our knowledgeable team can offer guidance and training around ESD to help you learn more about what it is, the effects of it and more. Our training team have many years of experience of training people on ESD and have an abundance of knowledge about ESD themselves; so you can be sure you will be provided with the very best, expert trainers.

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