Asking the right questions on fire system specification
When specifying fire systems, it’s essential that all fire industry legislation and regulations are met. This brings peace of mind to all parties – both now and in the future. …
Fire Protection, Safety & Security
Nittan Fire Detection System Installed in Ireland’s Tallest Commercial Building
Nittan Elite Partner, Fire Technology Ireland (FTI), has recently commissioned and supplied an L1 addressable fire detection system using Nittan Evolution fire detection devices at the EXO, the tallest commercial …
Lime as a Fire Resistant Building Material
Lime is a popular fire protectant building material for many reasons. It’s attractive, durable and can be used in both indoor and outdoor projects. However, limestone is not just any …
Advanced’s EvacGo Offers the Ideal Solution to Meet Part B of the Building Regulations’ December Deadline
With amended Part B (Fire Safety) of the Building Regulations coming into effect from 1st December 2022, fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced offers the ideal solution with its compliant evacuation alert …
Advanced Offers Fire Safety Guidance at London Build Ahead of Building Regulations Deadline
Advanced, a world leader in intelligent fire, evacuation and emergency lighting systems, will be exhibiting on stand E64 at London Build 2022 (16-17 November at Olympia London). Here the company …
Domus Ventilation’s Solis Air Brick Wins London Construction Awards!
Domus Ventilation, manufacturer of market-leading ventilation systems that save energy and improve indoor air quality, is thrilled to announce its Solis Air Brick™ has won the Product Innovation of the Year award …
Advanced Offers Fire Safety Guidance at UK Construction Week
Advanced, a world leader in intelligent fire, evacuation and emergency lighting systems, will be offering guidance on how these systems fit into the recent amendments to Part B (Fire Safety) …
Faster, Safer, Building Evacuations with Advanced Dynamic Safety Signage
Fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has extended its emergency lighting range with Dynamic Safety Signage (DSS) – proven to make building evacuations faster and safer. In emergency situations, …
Vicaima design bowls them over at The Heyford Hotel
A new and stylish Boutique Hotel at the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside has specified Vicaima trend setting door designs to compliment the mood of its relaxing and entertaining interiors. …
Multi-Sensor Fire Alarms: four things you may not know
Optical detectors may be the number one fire detector in the market today, but the popularity of Multi-Sensors has increased dramatically over recent years and prices have fallen, making them …
Advanced Welcomes Fire Safety Guidance for New High-Rise Residential Buildings
Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has welcomed the amended Approved Document B of the Building Regulations as a “positive step in the right direction to improve fire safety in new …
Nittan fire detection system installed at mixed use development on Emirates Stadium site
Nittan Europe, a leading manufacturer of conventional and addressable fire detection products, has had its Evolution analogue addressable fire detection system installed throughout Ashburton Triangle, situated on the Emirates Stadium …
Affordable City living by Bellway, with Vicaima door design flair
Vicaima are pleased to have been chosen to supply the latest on-trend interior doors, to specialist residential developer, Bellway Homes; for an affordable luxury urban apartment project in the heart …
Fire Safety Work Earns Company Top Award
South Tyneside Homes has won a prestigious industry award for its approach to fire safety in residential tower blocks. The housing management company scooped Best Fire Safety Innovation at the …
Award-winning FIRETEX® FX6002 chosen for fire protection of high-rise Amsterdam towers
Sherwin-Williams’ award-winning FIRETEX® FX6002 was chosen as part of an intumescent coating system for maximum fire protection of a major residential and hotel development in northern Amsterdam. Y-Towers, under construction …
Upgrading building infrastructure using integrated software: Smart features for better building management
As the world becomes more connected, smart buildings are becoming more commonplace. Everything from security to utilities can now be integrated into a single interface, for improved efficiency and energy …
Doors fit for a new world!
Residents deserve unquestionable comfort and safety in the post pandemic era, as do the professionals responsible for providing it. Many things have changed over the past eighteen or more months …
Aquobex partners with pan-European company to develop sustainable flood barrier solution
Aquobex, a specialist in designing and engineering flood protection solutions, has negotiated the exclusive rights to develop and globally distribute the first lightweight, compact, and simple-to-use flood barrier solution that …
OFR Advises Fire Strategy for Historic Scottish Castle
A team of fire engineering specialists from OFR Consultants have helped to deliver a fairy tale ending for a stunning heritage property in Ayrshire. Located in beautiful rural Scotland, the …
Best Western Hotel gets close to nature with Vicaima Heritage Oak
Vicaima strengthens its position as a major European player within its sector by fitting, with various Portaro® options, the entrances to the rooms of the Best Western Chalet Les Saytels …
Domus Ventilation Launches Non-Combustible Solis Air Brick™
Domus Ventilation, part of the Polypipe group, has launched the new Solis Air Brick™ range of low resistance, non-combustible metal air bricks that are fully compliant with the revised Building Regulations Fire Safety Approved Document B. Changes to …
Driving security forward with the complete package
If you were selecting a car for security reasons, would you be looking for one that just had 4 wheels, an engine and a door you could lock? No, of …
Domus Ventilation’s latest CPD course covers important changes to residential ventilation in the new build sector
Domus Ventilation, part of the Polypipe group, is pleased to announce the arrival of its newly updated and revised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accredited course on “Residential Ventilation Principles and …
British Safety Council responds to Government announcement of more funding to remove unsafe cladding
The Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government has announced an extra £3.5 billion for the removal of unsafe cladding in high rise buildings. The funding is for …
Sustainable Power Options for CCTV Towers
The VPS Group continues fight against climate change expanding its range of sustainable carbon-neutral CCTV security options. Once the vaccination programme starts to help overcome the pandemic, combatting climate catastrophe …
Flood resilient developments approved in York’s Castle Gateway
Plans for the regeneration of York’s historic Castle Gateway area have taken a major step forwards following the City of York Council’s decisions to grant full planning consent for two …
Portaro and Easi-Fit doorkits, the fast way to achieve excellence
Leading interior door manufacturer Vicaima, have just introduced a totally new door kit and set brochure, which opens the way to assembly solutions for an ever increasing market diversity and …
Woodsafe Timber Protection wins WPA’s Project of the Year
Woodsafe took home the “Project of the Year” award at the Wood Protection Association (WPA) Award Event 2020. For the sixth year, the award has become a popular annual event …
Opening the door to flood resilient buildings
Garage doors from Rundum Meir which are designed to cope comfortably with regular flood events can help building owners and architects to upgrade their buildings in water-side locations to make …
Leeds-based OHS expands into Greater Manchester to kick-start major growth
A health and safety compliance specialist has completed a management restructure as part of plans to expand into Greater Manchester, create jobs and build a £5m business in five years. …
Vicaima collaborates on modular mental health clinic
Vicaima doors were selected as part of a modular build project, for community Mental Health in the North East of England. Equipping the Plessey Centre to provide NHS Community Mental Health Services …
With Doors Wide Open…
Will you come in? Vicaima is proud of its many successes and achievements over the years, made possible by the close relationships formed with you our customers and partners. Together …
Safety first for Sound Reduction Systems as Sonata installers receive SafeContractor accreditation
Leading acoustic insulation systems manufacturer and supplier Sound Reduction Systems has been awarded the highly respected Alcumus SafeContractor accreditation in recognition of its Sonata installation team’s health and safety excellence. …
Soane Housing Development – Jersey, Channel Islands
Situated in a tranquil location, yet at the very heart of a vibrant St Helier on the island of Jersey; sits The Soane, a very modern apartment development where Vicaima …
It’s showtime for Moralt AG
Leading German high-performance door blank manufacturer, Moralt AG, is gearing up to exhibit at two major shows next month. With more than 800 exhibitors and 100,000 visitors expected, Fensterbau Frontale …
Taking a leaf out of nature’s book
Figurative knots and distinctive woodgrain configurations are both authentic and much loved wood characteristics, that are admired and sought after by specifiers everywhere. This desire for irregularity and a closer …
Painting made easy with innovative new interior door
The practice of painting doors on site has been getting harder over the last few years. A lack of skilled resource to carry out such finishing work is one factor, …
Wilson James wins CSR Initiative of the Year at 2019 SFEX Awards
Wilson James, a leading provider of security, logistics and aviation services, was delighted to take home the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Initiative of the Year award at the 2019 Security …
New Aico Product Selector Arrives
Aico, the UK market leader in residential Fire and Carbon Monoxide protection, has launched Issue 10 of its highly popular Product Selector. The new version features the same ring bound …
Fresh ideas for Interior Doors in 2020
As a new decade commences, professionals everywhere are seeking fresh inspiration for interiors, whether for commercial spaces or residential living. This desire for innovative performance and trend-setting designs is most …