We intend to send these out to our customers and interested others on a regular basis. This newsletter will tell you what Aardvarc is doing, as well as highlight any key issues in the heavy electrical industry that we think you might need to know about.

The company has a 3 year expansion plan that intends to develop a whole range of strategic partnerships with local, national and international partners. We will be expanding premises, plant and machinery as well as pursuing even higher standards of workmanship and systems, utilising ISO9001 and 14001, in addition to CHAS and the Safe Contractor scheme.

Check out the new Aardvarc website on:

www.aardvarcelectrical.com

We are grateful to WOW Solutions for a fresh new look to our website delivery, smoother behind-the-scenes management and improved enquiry handling.

Each issue will showcase Aardvarc's current projects.

We are currently completing a brand-new electricity substation in the heart of Cheshire. Commissioners of the project have praised Aardvarc for the quality of the work and the timeliness of delivery.

See our project gallery for more pictures:
www.aardvarcelectrical.com/media.asp

We were made aware after our new server was installed that there were some difficulties with people ringing into the Aardvarc office recently. Our sincere apologies to anyone inconvenienced by this. We have recently improved our telephone systems to ensure call handling is faster and more responsive.

(Left: Darren's dog Sooki - photographed by Ragsdale Photography)

How was the Aardvarc name chosen? The cynic might say that this was a way of getting to the top of the alphabetical listings. This is not the case.

Aardvarc however, is a memorable term and the animal itself reflects many of the qualities of the company. Of course, the name was altered to have a 'C' at the end as opposed to a 'K', reflecting the arcing of electricity.

The Aardvarc or, in its true Latin name Ocycteropus afer, literally meaning 'digging foot', reflects the tunnel work we have undertaken. The name derives from Afrikaans also means, 'Earth Pig' and of course Aardvarc undertakes earthing studies! It is the last surviving species of the genus Orycteropodidae, so it is a great survivor! Aardvarks are known for their capacity to deep excavate to reach food, being able to dig down over 2 feet in 15 seconds. Finally, their skin is tough and highly protective, enabling the animal to deal with the harsh environments of deserts and digging. So 'Aardvarc' is emblematic for us here and symbolises much.