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Kalzip’s Fc rainscreen façade system: Fire performance compliance without compromise

In conjunction with Knauf Insulation, SFS Intec and Siderise, Kalzip has had its FC rainscreen façade system tested in accordance with BS 8414-1 and has successfully met the requirements of BR 135. Kalzip’s FC rainscreen is a non-penetrative façade system ...

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Everything on the line to keep us safe

Blog from Theo Nicolaou, Co-Founder and Director, Smartsec Solutions Since the start of the pandemic, a lot has rightly been said about the role the police, couriers, supermarket and NHS staff have played in keeping us safe. However, there remains ...

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Warwickshire business powers to the top with carbon-free battery collections

Warwickshire environmental specialist Valpak Ltd is celebrating after winning one of the top national awards in its industry, for its carbon-free battery collection service. The service, which is free of charge, is a first for the UK. It uses cycle ...

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Secure standard

David Goodfellow, UK Business Assurance Manager at TÜV SÜD advises that adopting the leading security standard ISO/IEC 27001 can help ensure FMs avoid damaging cybersecurity breaches The prevalence of cyberattacks and data breaches is making companies increasingly concerned about the ...

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The recovery starts here. Restoring our cities, re-setting our economy

With hopes that an end to the pandemic is in sight, cities across the UK are gearing up for recovery. From hospitality and retail to service industries and finance, every sector has a key role to play. It will be ...

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ROCKWOOL develops CPD in response to flat roof fire risk challenges

CPD advises on improving fire performance in the fifth façade ROCKWOOL has launched a new CPD (Continuing Professional Development) module to help roofing contractors and specifiers mitigate fire risk in flat roofs. The new module has been developed by the ...

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Kitted out for COVID

Marta Kalas of Thomson Screening offers useful advice on how to create a COVID Safety Toolkit for your premises Unfortunately, COVID-19 is still with us, and will remain with us for the medium term at least. This means facilities managers ...

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Bothongo Hygiene Solutions UK launches new post-Covid Zuppclean range

Bothongo Hygiene Solutions UK (formerly Healthguard Hygiene UK) has launched an extensive new range of cleaning products formulated for the post-Covid era under their new Zuppclean and Zuppclean Eco brands. Bothongo Hygiene Solutions was launched last year at the beginning ...

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VWT UK appoints new head of sales for the municipal and industrial sectors

Veolia Water Technologies UK (VWT UK) has recently appointed a new Head of Sales for the Municipal and Industrial sectors, Daniel Parry. Now responsible for the sales and proposal teams for all wastewater opportunities, Daniel will focus on strengthening VWT ...

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Enhance the perception of clean with premises that smell great

Act now: Ensure your investment in reopening creates a positive experience for your staff and visitors Now that there is a roadmap for coming out of lockdown, Facilities Managers need to ensure that premises are not only clean and safe, ...

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