We have planned and already purchased two generously sized network cabinets (12SZBIT42U88RAGM from ZPAS), each with 42 U of installation space and a width and depth of 80 […]
Fröling PE1 Pellet – Recurring error “Oxygen content too high for too long”
Since it got cold again, we have been getting the error message “Safety time expired, oxygen content too high for too long” repeatedly, usually on a daily basis, […]
Fröling PE1 Pellet – Codes for the operating levels
Our PE1 pellet central heating system with a heating capacity of 20 kW, which replaced an oil-based system from the 1980s in 2023 has a number of settings […]
Our photovoltaic system is up and running!
Our solar system went into operation on January 5, 2026. Technically, everything went smoothly as planned, only the schedule shifted slightly—but everything is still on track. Our house […]
Flush-mounted multimedia channel, but good and inexpensive
There will be several places in our house where it would make sense to install a flush-mounted multimedia channel*. We are planning to install channels measuring 1.5 to […]
Energy cost/feed-in meters: It doesn’t always have to be smart
Smart sockets that can not only be switched via software but also measure consumption are very useful aids. Especially in conjunction with photovoltaics, and even if it is […]
A dirt trap drawer for the Bosch PBD 40
The original plan was to simply screw the bench drill to the workbench and that would be it. However, the PBD 40 has openings in the aluminum base […]
Bosch PBD 40 bench drill: Increase accuracy
I purchased a Bosch bench drill for our workshop – a PBD 40. The data sheet looks good, and I bought this tool second-hand, but I had some […]
Decoupling the bench grinder – Scheppach SM200LB
For our workshop, I wanted a bench grinder* that, unlike most, was equipped with a wire brush on one side instead of another, coarser grinding wheel. This poses […]