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The installation or improvement of loft insulation is one of the simplest ways of improving the energy efficiency of a building. Up to 25% of heat lost from a building without any thermal insulation can pass through the roof.
But do building regulations apply to this type of building work?…
Last year the now annual Fire Door Safety Week (FDSW) campaign run by the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) reached some 19 million people, through the support of a wide range of organisations and companies helping to spread the word that fire doors save lives and protect property.…
Cumbria-based company CCS (Contactless Check Solutions) has developed a data pin for fire doors that aims to make fire door inspections easier, faster and more accurate.
A pin containing a unique identifier is installed into the fire door - this can be done in the factory, or can be…
There have been some recent house fires where the fire has spread across the line of the party wall and caused extensive damage to the neighbouring property.
If you are involved in the construction of new housing you should remember that fire-stopping has to be completed above and…
Fire Door Safety Week is giving these tips for a 5 Step Fire Door Check that anyone can do:
Check for certification: Is there a label or plug on top (or occasionally on the side) of the door to show it is a certificated fire door? If there is, that’s good news, otherwise report it to…
BESA (Building Engineering Services Association) and their member company Mitsubishi Electric have produced a beginner's guide to indoor air quality.
Aimed at a wide audience its guidance is relevant to facilities managers for schools, offices, commercial and leisure facilities; …
Smoke alarms have been a standard feature in new homes since they were first introduced into Approved Document B in 1992. Whilst they are now installed as a matter of course, just how much consideration is given to ensuring that they are located correctly?
Siting alarms correctly throughout a…
Condensation and water penetration through windows, doors, and roof abutments are the leading causes of moisture problems. It can be difficult and expensive to deal with damp, so preventative measures using cavity trays and weep holes are best.
Here’s where to position your cavity trays and when…
We offer a wide range of courses for members and non-members alike, so whether you're a building control professional, architect, specialist tradesman, site manager or self employed builder book onto one of our training courses to make sure your knowledge is up to date.
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Fire safety is an ever-evolving issue in both commercial and residential environments. One of the areas of focus is how to ensure occupants have enough time to escape to safety as once a fire has started - moving away is usually the best course of action.
SE Controls’ SHEVTEC Extended Travel…