Safety, Fire and Hygiene Journal Issue 304

December ● Issue 304
Protecting People
with High Quality
Life Safety Products
Page 16
Cirrus Research
Imperium Fire
6 Consultancy
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Velair Group
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Editor’s Comments
Welcome to the inaugural edition of Safety,
Fire & Security! In this issue, we showcase a
curated selection of features on innovative
companies across diverse industries,
exploring the technologies and solutions that
are shaping a smarter, and safer future.
On page 14 we
welcome our Fire
Safety Services &
Solutions Company
of the Month:
Imperium Fire
Consultancy. In this
feature, we focus
on the company’s
offerings as well as
catch up with David
Murphy, Director of Imperium Fire
Consultancy on how the last 12
months has been for the company.
The Health & Safety Event 2025
returned to Birmingham’s NEC
for three
exceptional
days of industry
celebration and
innovation! The
event showcased the
latest services and
products across the
industry from over
350 exhibitors as well
as CPD accredited
content and a pass
that also guaranteed entry to its
other co-located events.
One of these co-located events
being the leading Fire Safety
Event 2025. On page 9 we
have a full review of the show
including highlights from the Fire
Safety Leaders’ Summit and the Innovation
and Compliance Theatre.
Other topics include: Fire Detection, Working
at Height, Cleaning & Hygiene, Clean Air,
Skin Protection, Hand Dryers, Property & Site
Management, Driver Safety.
Got news to share?
Email: gina@freshmedia-uk.co.uk
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Nicola Tromans
Editor & Office Manager
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SFH is sponsored by
PEVA UK –
see them on
pages 26-27

Health & Safety
The Health & Safety Event to reunite
13,000+ health & safety professionals
The Health & Safety Event will return bigger and
better than ever on 8th-10th April 2025 at the NEC
Birmingham. This large-scale event will reunite
the entire health and safety sector, featuring a
wide range of exhibitors, valuable networking
opportunities, and CPD-accredited content.
The latest and innovative products and services
across the industry will be showcased, with 350+
exhibitors providing visitors the chance to find
out what’s new on the market and source new
suppliers. Exhibitors will include Draeger, JSP,
Mascot Workwear, Milwaukee, Portwest, RS,
Skechers, U-Power and many more.
Over the course of three days, attendees will
have access to 60+ hours of free CPD-accredited
content across multiple theatres, alongside live
demonstrations, interactive workshops, and
exclusive networking opportunities.
CPD accredited content
The Keynote Theatre (supported by IOSH) is
the main stage at The Health & Safety Event
will welcome key industry speakers who will be
providing the latest news and updates as well
as regulations, guidance, and training within the
health and safety industry.
Visit the Practical Safety Theatre (sponsored by
Cromwell) to hear from the experts on how to
create a safe and compliant working environment.
Gain the practical tools and knowledge to protect
you and your employees from danger, whilst
helping to look after the future of your business or
organisation.
Our Knowledge Exchange Theatre (sponsored by
Arco and supported by HSM) will feature a series
of sessions covering the challenges faced by
health and safety professionals and practitioners.
Hear from industry experts who are making a
difference in the workplace and safety culture.
A popular theatre is The Driver Safety Theatre
(in partnership with Driving for Better Business).
Hear from leading experts share a series of
presentations and panel discussions covering
legislation updates, driver fatigue, distraction,
staff culture, vehicle safety and much more.
Finally, our Lone Worker Safety Live will be
bring bite-size interactive sessions, experts, and
those with practical experience will share their
knowledge to bring you best practice ways to
manage the key issues of wellbeing, safety,
and security for lone and remote workers.
Industry partnerships
In partnership with British Safety Industry
Federation and their Registered Safety Supplier
Scheme, this dedicated trail will help visitors
navigate around the show to meet BSIF members
who have signed a binding contract to offer safety
equipment and services that meets the appropriate
standards, fully complies with the PPE regulations,
and are appropriately marked.
The event is continually backed by the leading
associations in the sector including the British
Safety Industry Federation, NEBOSH and UK
Asbestos Training Association and more.
Co-located events
The Health and Safety Event 2025 will be colocated
with The Security Event, The Fire Safety
Event, The Workplace Event, and the National
Cyber Security Show. Access all shows with just
one pass.
Find out more and register for your free pass at:
www.healthandsafetyevent.com
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SFH is sponsored by PEVA UK – see them on pages 26-27

Advances in water jetting
The first WJA Trade Show in September
2024 provided a strong focus on key
issues in the water jetting industry,
including health & safety, training &
innovations like robotic systems. The first
water jetting exhibition of its kind held by
the Water Jetting Association took place at
the StoneX Stadium, North West London,
on 12 September 2024.
Health & Safety
The free event had a strong international
flavour with businesses from across
Europe joining British exhibitors to
showcase latest technologies and
applications.
WJA experts and exhibitors also gave talks
during the one-day event, which followed
the WJA annual general meeting being
held on Wednesday 11 September.
Visitors to the event came from industrial
sectors that rely on water jetting
applications, including drainage and water
utilities, industrial cleaning, construction,
maritime engineering and petrochemicals
processing.
WJA Director, Leanne Smith, said, “We’re
very pleased to have attracted such an
exciting range of exhibitors to WJA Trade
Show 2024. We made it a free event
because we wanted as many people from
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across the sectors that use water jetting
to join us in shaping the future of our
industry.”
Water jetting contractors, equipment
manufacturers, hire specialists, PPE
suppliers, and training providers were
among the wide range of exhibitors
putting on the water jetting show of the
year.
Information about key developments in
WJA support for the water jetting industry,
including updates to the Red Code of
Practice for drain and sewer jetting, and
the launch, in 2024, of the new Pressure
Washer Code of Practice, known as the
Purple Code, were also available.
Contact
www.waterjetting.org.uk
PFKG & GIRI join forces
The Passive Fire Knowledge
Group (PFKG) and The Get
It Right Initiative (GIRI) have
announced their intention to
work together to improve safety
and construction practices by
sharing knowledge, exchanging
ideas, and promoting each
other’s aims and objectives.
This collaboration brings
together the specialised focus
of the PFKG on passive fire
protection with GIRI’s broader
based approach to improving
construction practices and
eliminating errors. PFKG,
established in 2022, is a unique
non-for-profit collaboration
comprising contractors,
consultants, and relevant
trade associations. Its mission
is to improve the delivery of
well designed, specified and
installed passive fire protection
by focusing on three key areas:
Process, Testing and Education.
Formed in 2015, GIRI is a
group of over 100 leading UK
construction industry experts,
organisations and businesses
actively improving productivity,
quality, sustainability and safety
in the construction sector by
eliminating error.
Passive fire protection (PFP),
also sometimes referred to as
‘built-in’ fire protection, are
those components, materials
or systems that integrate with
the fabric of the building. PFP
comprises many different
product and system categories
including structural steel fire
protection, compartment walls
and floors, fire doors, fire
resisting dampers and ductwork,
and fire-stopping (service
penetration seals, linear joint
seals, and cavity barriers). It is a
critical fire element of fire safety
in buildings which continues
to place demands on the
construction industry.
www.pfkg.org
https://getitright.uk.com
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Health & Safety
Noise monitoring instruments from noise experts
Since 1970, Cirrus Research plc has been
at the forefront of noise measurement
innovation, developing solutions that make
monitoring and managing noise and vibration
easier, more efficient, and more accessible.
With over five decades of expertise, Cirrus
has become a trusted name in the industry,
providing accurate and reliable instruments
designed to meet the demands of modern
noise control.
As one of the world’s leading designers,
manufacturers, and suppliers of noise
measurement instruments, Cirrus Research
is committed to delivering products that not
only meet but exceed industry standards.
Whether you’re conducting workplace
noise assessments, environmental noise
surveys, or personal exposure monitoring,
Cirrus instruments provide the precision
and functionality you need to comply with
regulations and reduce the harmful effects of
excessive noise and vibration exposure.
Innovative design and
technical excellence
Cirrus Research
instruments are
designed and
manufactured in the UK
by a dedicated team
of acoustic experts.
Combining technical
excellence with userfocused
design, their
Norton Rose Fulbright
advises leading UK plumbing
merchant on planning and
health and safety in Jersey
equipment ensures the highest levels of
accuracy while maintaining ease of use. From
occupational noise assessments with Class
2 Decibel Meters to environmental noise
surveys using Class 1 Sound Level Meters,
Cirrus products are tailored to suit a wide
range of applications.
The Optimus Sound Level Meters, for
example, are highly regarded for their
versatility and compliance with global
standards, offering models to suit basic
noise measurement tasks as well as complex
environmental monitoring projects. For
personal noise exposure monitoring, the
doseBadge Noise Dosimeter is a robust,
wireless solution trusted by professionals
worldwide. Additionally, the Quantum
Outdoor provides advanced capabilities for
long-term noise monitoring in industrial,
construction, and urban environments.
Outstanding support and services
Beyond high-quality products, Cirrus
Research offers a
comprehensive suite
of services to support
its customers. These
include accredited
calibration, tailored
training programs,
and expert technical
support, ensuring
customers get the most
out of their investment.
An unmatched warranty for peace of mind
Cirrus Research is proud to offer an industryleading
15 year warranty, reflecting the
company’s confidence in the durability and
reliability of its products. This exceptional
warranty provides customers with peace
of mind, covering parts and labour for
qualifying instruments.
For over 50 years, Cirrus Research has
been a global leader in noise measurement,
dedicated to helping organisations
minimise the risks of noise exposure and
achieve compliance with health and safety
regulations.
T +44 (0)1723 891655
sales@cirrusresearch.com
www.cirrusresearch.com
Health and safety expert
urges homeowners to
check gas appliances
before Christmas
Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright
has advised Wolseley Plumb and
Parts (Wolseley) on its continued
operation and trade in relation to
health and safety, and planning
permissions, in the Channel Island
of Jersey.
Wolseley is one of the UK’s leading
merchants in plumbing, heating,
cooling and infrastructure. It has 560
branches in the UK and has been
supporting a variety of trades for
decades.
The merchant has been trading
from its unit in La Collette for
several years and before taking
occupancy had received assurance
from the Regulation Directorate in
Jersey that they could trade from
this unit. However, Wolseley was
recently informed by the Regulation
Directorate that it was obliged to
apply for planning permission, with
the Health and Safety Inspectorate
advising against this being granted
due to La Collette being a dockland
area with a fuel terminal which they
considered posed a danger to the
public.
Norton Rose Fulbright assisted
Wolseley in providing a counter
health and safety report to the Health
and Safety Inspectorate, as well as
securing the planning permission,
for its trade counter at its La Collette
branch in St Hellier, Jersey.
The multi-disciplinary team from
Norton Rose Fulbright included Head
of Planning, Sarah Fitzpatrick, who
advised on the planning application
and conditions within it; Head of
Health and Safety, Europe, Middle
East and Asia, Caroline May; and
senior associate, Andrew Swarbrick,
who prepared the counter health and
safety report.
www.nortonrosefulbright.com
With
Christmas
just around
the corner,
Derek
Bruce, a
leading
health and safety expert at SMSTS
Course, is issuing a timely warning
to homeowners: ensure your gas
appliances are in top condition to
avoid potential hazards during the
festive season. Faulty gas equipment
and overlooked maintenance can
lead to serious risks, including
carbon monoxide poisoning, gas
leaks, and fires.
“As the temperature drops and
homes gear up for the holidays, it’s
critical to make sure gas appliances
are safe and functional,” says Derek
Bruce. “A few simple checks can
make all the difference in keeping
your family warm, safe, and stressfree
this Christmas.”
Key gas items to check in your home:
1) Gas Boilers
Boilers work overtime during winter,
and a breakdown could ruin your
festive plans. Schedule a service
with a Gas Safe-registered engineer
to prevent leaks or malfunctions.
2) Gas Fires
Popular for creating a cosy
atmosphere, gas fires should be
inspected for signs of trouble,
such as yellow flames or unusual
smells.
3) Cookers and Ovens
With kitchens in high demand
for Christmas feasts, ensure your
gas cooker or oven operates
safely. Watch for uneven flames or
difficulty lighting burners.
4) Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Test or replace the batteries in
your carbon monoxide alarms.
These life-saving devices can alert
you to dangerous levels of this
odorless and colourless gas.
5) Gas Meters and Pipes
Inspect your gas meter and
exposed pipes for damage or
corrosion. If you spot anything
suspicious, contact a professional
immediately.
https://www.smstscourse.org.uk
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Health & Safety
Delivering essential, educational, networking and
procurement opportunities for safety professionals
In the world of workplace safety and
occupational health, Safety, Health and
Wellbeing (SHW) Live, held at Farnborough
International from 2-3 October 2024, is making
waves. Now an established event series, the
mission remains the same – to champion
excellence and elevate standards in mental
health and wellbeing.
The organisers are committed to reconnecting
and empowering regional OSH professionals
across the UK. SHW Live offers two days
of essential education, networking, and
procurement opportunities. The goal is to give
visitors the tools and the knowledge to help
them shift the dial on health and safety culture
in the workplace.
Elta’s explosion
proof fans earn elite
IECEx Certification
Elta has gone above
and beyond to
provide peace of
mind for specifiers
of explosion proof
equipment, following
its attainment of the
IECEx Certification.
IECEx is the International
Electrotechnical Commission’s
(IEC) certification program for
equipment and services used in
explosive atmospheres. A globally
recognised standard, it ensures that
products and services comply with
the highest safety requirements for
use in hazardous environments.
In November 2024, Elta, a leading
specialist in air movement
equipment, achieved the certification
following a two-year auditing period.
Eurofins Scientific, a UKASaccredited
notified body and
provider of certification services,
awarded the certification to Elta’s
Fareham factory for its range of
direct driven axial fans. Already
ATEX-rated, the latest achievement
underscores Elta’s dedication to
providing reliable and safe solutions
With five successful
shows already, SHW
Live is a rapidly
growing community
of exhibitors and
visitors and has
recently been
awarded ‘Best
Independent Trade
Show Launch’ at the
Exhibition News Indy
Awards.
The organisers know that for both visitors
and exhibitors, budget constraints, time
limitations, and travel difficulties can be
barriers to change. That’s where SHW Live
comes in. It is the only platform that provides
accessible, affordable, and sustainable inperson
opportunities for industry professionals
to connect.
In the world of health and safety, fire risk
management and workplace wellbeing, Safety,
Health and Wellbeing Live and Fire Safety Live
are making waves. Now an established event
series, their mission remains the same – to
champion excellence and elevate standards in
the industry.
Farnborough has been synonymous with
pioneering triumphs for over a century and
provides the perfect home for SHW Live in the
for industries
operating in
potentially explosive
atmospheres such as
on offshore oil and
gas platforms, power
generation, and
chemical processing.
Although IECEx certification is
voluntary for manufacturers,
governments in Australia, New
Zealand, Singapore, and many
countries in South America already
adopt the IECEx certification as a
mandatory requirement to tender
for projects related to explosive
atmospheres.
Elta’s journey to IECEx certification
involved rigorous testing and
evaluation of its products and
processes. The certification process
included factory production control
audits, comprehensive assessments
of design, manufacturing, and
quality control procedures to ensure
compliance with IEC standards.
For more information about Elta and
its IECEx certified products, please
visit: eltauk.com
South. Farnborough
International boasts a
modern events venue
with stunning views
of the famous airfield
and free car parking
just 35 minutes by
train from London.
SHW Live is brought
to you by the team
at What Else Events
with over 20 years’
experience in delivering the highest quality
exhibitions and conferences for Safety &
Health professionals. What Else Events is
also supported in delivering SHW Live by an
experienced Advisory Council including 20 of
the UK’s most influential voices in occupational
safety & health.
Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live South
moves next year to London’s Olympia from
18-19 June 2025. Before then Safety, Health
and Wellbeing Live North takes place at
Manchester Central from 22-23 January 2025.
This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this
year’s South event, listed here in alphabetical
order: Astutis, Bull Products, Cirrus Research,
Combilift & Traffi. Further details can be found
on this page and the next four.
www.safetyhealthwellbeing.live
Asbestos Management
Company wins gold trophy
at Wembley Stadium
An asbestos management
consultancy with bases in
Northampton, Cleckheaton,
London and Wolverhampton,
is celebrating after being
named Business of the
Year at a national awards
ceremony in London.
Acorn Analytical Services
won Gold in the category of
Business of the Year (more
than 50 employees) at the
Northamptonshire SME
Awards in May, before going up
against their national counterparts in
the National SME Awards.
The ceremony took place at the
iconic Wembley Stadium on Friday,
December 4th and saw hundreds
of people from businesses all over
the UK come together to see if they
had been successful at winning
one of the coveted trophies. Many
of the finalists – Acorn Analytical
Services included – made it through
to the grand final after winning their
category at a regional level earlier in
the year.
The win topped off an incredible
year for the company which
included moving to larger premises
at the end of 2023 and employing
an additional 12 people in 2024,
taking the team up to 70 staff. The
company also won numerous high
profile contracts, working with High
Street retailers, councils and schools
and raised just under £10,000 for
charity through various fundraisers
over the course of 2024.
Judges recognised these
achievements and the ‘outstanding
initiative, boldness and imagination
in the enterprise, as well as sound
management practices.’
For more information on Acorn
Analytical Services, please visit:
www.acorn-as.com
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The Fire Safety Event Review
The Fire Safety Event
2025 – NEC Birmingham
The leading Fire Safety Event is scheduled to
return to the NEC Birmingham from 8th-10th April
2025. The event is dedicated to supporting fire
safety professionals in achieving and maintaining
the highest fire safety standards. It will feature
suppliers and manufacturers who will showcase
their extensive range of products.
The FSE event was launched in 2016 and has
exponentially grown as a true advocate for fire
safety, education, and training. With an expected
footfall of over 12,000 visitors, multiple seminars,
and live demonstrations, the FSE looks to provide
a more comprehensive and detailed program that
supports and promotes stronger fire safety.
The FSE provides an environment where the latest
advances and knowledge of fire safety can be
accessed, however the greatest opportunities lie in
networking. In previous events, the chance to mix
and learn from other professionals in the industrial,
commercial, and public sectors was invaluable and
the FSE recognised this. At the end of each day of
the 2025 event, visitors, partners, and exhibitors
will congregate in the Networking Café to share
knowledge, experience and work via the Connect+
Live hosted meetings program. This program will
foster interactions with digital and online activities
to encourage stronger knowledge share in an
informal background.
Education is at the centre of the Fire Safety Event.
Delegates can attend the three separate theatres
within the event that offer CPD accredited education
delivered by experts in fire safety management. The
agenda offers seminars based on three facets of fire
safety that delegates will find invaluable.
The Fire Safety Leaders’ Summit brings industry
leaders together to discuss the products,
innovations, safety standards, and compliance
regulations that are essential to modern Fire Safety.
There will be sessions such as how to shape
the future of fire safety, how due diligence can
build a safe environment and residential personal
emergency evacuation plans.
The Innovation and Compliance Theatre will focus
on industry best practices, standards, and fire
safety regulations. Compliance is key to fire safety,
and this is shown in sessions that look at subjects
such as how are compliant products certificated
within the smoke protection industry, domestic
fire safety hidden truths, and how to build a safer
environment.
The Passive Fire Conference addresses the
fire safety measures that are integral to a built
environment and general passive fire protection
topics. These will include subjects such as fire safety
products, installation and inspection of fire safety
equipment, and the design and digital innovations
that are changing the management of fire safety.
The Exhibition Zone will have over 250 exhibitors
who will promote products and solutions in Fire
Safety and give an opportunity for delegates to
engage in networking with other professionals.
The exhibitors offer a unique perspective on
differing but essential aspects of fire safety.
Hochiki has been world-class leaders in fire safety
for over 100 years. The company has led the
design and manufacturing of cutting-edge product
solutions, and its innovative commercial and
industrial life safety products and systems have
garnered worldwide attention. Hochiki are the
benchmark for reliability and integrity within fire
detection, emergency lighting and leak technology.
BLE Smoke & Fire Curtains have manufactured
smoke and fire curtains for over 30 years. The
curtains are designed prevent smoke inhalation
and control the spread of fire within the workplace,
ensuring safe extraction of personnel.
The Fire and Evacuation Services (F&ES) was
established in 2021 and operates within the
UK and internationally as a private fire service.
Staffed by operational firefighters, the service was
developed to assist in fire safety needs in events
and businesses. To become business compliant
in fire safety, F&ES offer courses in becoming a
workplace fire warden and additional courses for
fire extinguisher training.
For more information, please see below:
T +44 (0)20 8947 9177
info@firesafetyevent.com
www.firesafetyevent.com
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The Fire Safety Event Review
Real firefighters, real experience: The future
of waking watch & evacuation management
Fire & Evacuation
Services is a private
fire service offering a
range of comprehensive
training and fire safety
solutions to businesses
around the UK. The
in-house team come
from a background of
frontline fire-fighting
expertise, including Fire Officers and Incident
Commanders, with over a century of combined
collective firefighting experience.
Introducing Waking Watch – an early warning
system designed to ensure residents have adequate
time to safely evacuate the buildings in question.
Waking Watch is a method of safety patrolling by
highly trained personnel across all floors and the
external perimeter for 24 hours a day. In the event
of a fire, the staff can raise the alarm quickly with
the emergency services and commence evacuation
management, to ensure the safe exit of all residents.
Fire safety has become a critical focus in reinforced
building standards, particularly in the wake of the
Grenfell Tower tragedy in 2017. Since the COVID-19
pandemic, numerous companies have emerged
offering Waking Watch services. However, most
of these providers are security firms that lack
the hands-on experience and expertise that only
professional firefighters can offer.
Fire & Evacuation Services’ team consists of
experienced Firefighters with over 100 years of
UK company Ciqurix, have been designing,
developing and manufacturing innovative,
revolutionary video fire detection since 2012.
Boasting a global network, Ciqurix’s fire detection
solutions stand-out in industries and environments
where traditional systems are inadequate.
The company specialises in cutting-edge security
solutions that revolutionise global safety standards,
often making existing systems obsolete. Ciqurix
products are designed for seamless integration
with current hardware, eliminating the need for
costly overhauls while significantly reducing
security and fire response times. With simplicity at
its core, these versatile solutions work indoors and
outdoors, across short or long distances, without
requiring complex integration.
One of its most prolific products is the CORE
video flame detection system designed by Chief
combined frontline experience – actively responding
to and operating inside burning buildings. This
unparalleled expertise sets them apart, as no other
company in the industry can match their level of
firsthand knowledge and situational awareness.
The question then becomes: If you’re investing in
a Waking Watch, why wouldn’t you choose a team
with real, life-saving experience inside burning
buildings?
Fire & Evacuation Services has a trusted
Evacuation Management system that involves
wardens conducting 24 hour waking watch patrols
to ensure communal areas are kept clear from any
obstructions and combustible items.
Some other responsibilities of the fire wardens
include monitoring escape routes and fire exits to
check they are kept clear at all times, logging patrols
with NFC tags, being present for all planned fire
drills, completing daily reports with logged fire safety
findings, complying with Premises Information Box
and the new Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022,
and in the event of a fire, co-ordinating simultaneous
Protecting the unprotected
Technical Officer Matt Bates. Matt has recently
been named a finalist for the Outstanding Product/
Innovation award at the Fire Resilience Excellence
Awards 2025, that will take place at The Fire Safety
Event 2025 in April this year. This is an extremely
exciting time for the company, as the nomination
is welcome recognition for the years of effort and
dedication that have gone into developing a truly
game-changing product.
evacuations and liaising with residents, especially
vulnerable residents to evacuate the building safely.
Adam Harper, Operations Director of Fire &
Evacuation Services added, “We are Firefighters
and we are proud to pioneer the role of
Evacuation Management and professionalise what
an organisation can expect from a waking watch.
Our mission is to ensure reassurance and trust to
residents and vulnerable people through active
fire safety and evacuation management.”
Fire & Evacuation Services will be showcasing its
Waking Watch and Evacuation Management Services
at The Fire Safety Event 2025 at STAND: 4/N23.
For more information, please see below:
T 01535 357153
info@fireandevacuationservices.co.uk
https://www.fireandevacuationservices.co.uk
PoE (with an adapter), though the system does not
include battery backup.
Among Ciqurix’s advanced technologies, CORE
and FLEX provide unparalleled protection for
businesses and facilities. These innovative systems
safeguard areas that traditional fire detection
solutions cannot cover, setting a new standard in
security and safety.
Ciqurix will be showcasing its full range of video
flame detection products at The Fire Safety Event
2025 at STAND: 4/H95.
For more information, please see below:
T 01803 467300
sales@ciqurix.com
https://www.ciqurix.com
Ciqurix FCam video flame detection systems are
available in two versions, known as FLEX and
CORE. CORE is a fire system which provides
primary fire detection using CCTV technology, and
is designed to be compliant to BS5839-1:2017 (UK
fire standard). CORE uses fire-rated cabling, and
will operate from its internal battery supply for over
24 hours.
FLEX is a CCTV system with advanced
supplemental fire detection capabilities. It connects
via standard Cat6 network cabling and can integrate
with existing network infrastructure where suitable.
Devices can be powered locally with 12V DC or via
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Bull Products to showcase safety solutions at
The Fire Safety Event 2025
Bull Products, a leading
provider of fire, safety,
and access control
solutions for the
construction industry and
other applications, will
be showcasing its range
of safety solutions at The
Fire Safety Event held
at the NEC Birmingham
from 8th-10th April 2025
on STAND 4/G20.
At the Fire Safety Event
2025, Bull Products will
demonstrate its position
as one provider for fire
safety, site safety and access
control solutions. Carl Leeson, Head of Sales
at Bull Products, explains the significance of
this approach, “By working with one provider,
companies can significantly reduce procurement
costs, streamline training requirements, and
enhance overall efficiency. Our integrated
safety ecosystem ensures instant and reliable
communication between fire alarms, site safety
systems, and workforce management tools,
thereby enhancing site security and operational
efficiency.”
The SITEGATE wireless workforce management
and access control solution will be on display at
the event. SITEGATE is a cloud-based workforce
management and access control system that
includes turnstiles for controlled site access. The
cloud-based platform is
centred around three
core software modules:
Workforce Management,
Online Induction, and
Delivery Management.
By supplying valuable
data about individual
or networked sites,
SITEGATE is designed to
streamline operations,
enhance security,
calculate carbon
footprint, and optimise
time and cost efficiencies
for construction and
development projects of all
sizes. It integrates seamlessly
with Bull Products’ SITENET and SITEPROTECT
ranges, providing real-time data to enhance site
security and improve operations.
Visitors to Bull Products’ stand will have the
opportunity to see firsthand how its comprehensive
range of temporary fire detection and alarm system
solutions can provide unparalleled site safety. All
of the fire detection and alarm systems on display
bear the Made In Britain collective mark, an
elemental part of Bull Products’ pledge to a
more sustainable future.
The SITENET fire detection and alarm system is
an EN 54 certified and 100% wireless solution
renowned for its reliability and efficiency and is
ideal for any construction site application, from
BLE Smoke and Fire Curtains
high-rise structures to subsurface rail projects. The
SITENET range is built on a combination of radio
devices, operating on a self-forming, self-healing
patented wireless mesh technology with multipath
network redundancy utilising innovative channel
hopping technology. Bull Products is the only
provider offering an EN 54 certified 100% wireless
fire detection and alarm solution for both internal
and external temporary environments.
Bull Products developed the Fire 360° service,
which handles the intricacies of fire safety on
construction sites. This service provides Fire Risk
Assessments, site surveys, customer support,
order processing and asset management,
which includes the collection and servicing and
cleaning of equipment. This supports efficient site
operations and helps customers meet their carbon
reduction targets.
For more information about Bull Products and
its comprehensive safety solutions, please visit
STAND 4/G20 at The Fire Safety Event or visit:
www.bullproducts.co.uk
Established in 1946 as Simpkin Machin, BLE was
founded in the late 1980’s. The company shifted
from industrial lagging to producing fixed fire
curtains and later expanded into automatic fire
and smoke curtains in the 1990’s.
The BLE Smoke and Fire Curtains are designed to
operate separately or together based on what an
individual building requires. They are put in place
to give residents, visitors and workers more
time to evacuate the building. Alternatively, a fire
curtain ensures complete fire separation between
building zones and often protects open stairways
for safe escape.
Though safety is the common goal, there are
notable differences. Each curtain is made
from dissimilar materials and evaluated with
specific safety ratings in mind. A smoke
curtain is intended solely for smoke exposure,
whilst a fire curtain is meant to withstand
higher temperatures associated with direct
exposure to fire. This is why fire curtains are
built to be exceptionally durable and withstand
temperatures up to 1,100 o C and up to 4hrs.
BLE fire curtains offer top-tier fire resistance
and containment properties, easily fitting into
any fire safety system. Approved to the highest
international standards, the modular fire curtains
suit all building layouts. Manufactured under ISO
9001:2015 certification, each curtain undergoes
rigorous testing to meet BS, EN, and UL
standards, ensuring global design compatibility.
The gravity fail-safe deployment has a high
technical specification and includes features that
integrate with building management systems,
offering a cost-effective and flexible solution for
smoke and fire control.
BLE provides a world-renowned service, although
active curtains are discreet and not immediately
noticeable, you can find BLE smoke and fire
curtains in hundreds of airports, shopping centres,
theatres, businesses, and museums worldwide.
Notable mentions of major projects over the years
are the NEC building itself, the Grade 1 listed
building of the National Museum in Edinburgh,
train and metro stations in Warsaw and Delhi,
Cape Canaveral and Space X facilities, one-of-akind
buildings like the U.S. Embassy in London,
the stunning Bibliotheca Alexandrina and lastly,
the tallest man-made structure ever made known
as the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.
Discover how BLE can enhance your fire safety,
we will be exhibiting at The Fire Safety Event
2025, STAND 4/F107, and we’d love to see you!
Contact
T +44 (0)1142 514703
enquiries@blecurtains.com
www.ble-smokeandfirecurtains.com
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Hochiki’s century of expertise showcased at
the Fire Safety Event 2025
The Fire Safety Event 2025, a cornerstone of the
professional calendar, once again promises to
deliver a comprehensive showcase of cuttingedge
fire detection and suppression technologies.
Taking place at the National Exhibition Centre
(NEC) in Birmingham, the show is expected to
draw well over 12,000 fire safety professionals,
including fire safety officers, building managers,
architects, engineers, and other key stakeholders.
Renowned for fostering a collaborative
environment for the exchange of knowledge and
the exploration of emerging trends, visitors to the
event will enjoy a programme rich in insightful
seminars, expert-led discussions, and live
demonstrations.
For over a century, Hochiki has maintained
a position at the forefront of fire safety
manufacturing across the UK, Europe, the
Middle East and beyond, consistently setting
industry standards and pioneering innovative
solutions. This enduring success is attributed
to their unwavering commitment to customer
engagement, particularly at events such as The
Fire Safety Event. Their dedication to quality,
reliability, and technological advancement has
garnered them a globally recognised reputation.
“We understand that fire safety extends beyond
mere products; it’s fundamentally about
safeguarding lives and livelihoods,” explains
Martin Green, Commercial Training and Support
Manager at Hochiki Europe. “Consequently, we
invest heavily in research and development,
continuously striving to create solutions that are
not only highly effective but also user-friendly in
terms of installation, maintenance, and operation.”
February marked the first anniversary of the Hochiki
Training Academy, a state-of-the-art platform
that underscores the company’s dedication to
education and professional development within
the fire safety sector. “We firmly believe that
comprehensive training is paramount for ensuring
the effective implementation and maintenance of
fire safety systems,” Martin continues. “Our training
facilities at Hochiki HQ, coupled with our online
Training Academy, provide hands-on, practical
training covering a broad spectrum of topics,
from product installation and commissioning to
system design and maintenance. By equipping
professionals with the necessary knowledge
and skills, we empower them to create safer
environments for all.” The academy’s success in
its inaugural year highlights the industry’s demand
for high-quality education and reinforces Hochiki’s
commitment to supporting the development of fire
safety professionals.
Visitors to The Fire Safety Event will have the
opportunity to learn more about the online
Training Academy platform, with the option to sign
up for courses. Martin and the UK and European
team will be there to answer any questions about
training with Hochiki as well as showcase a range
of innovative solutions, including the Latitude fire
control system, Ekho hybrid wireless devices, and
the newly launched FIREscape Nepto Emergency
lighting system. Attendees can also participate in a
prize draw for Amazon vouchers.
“The Fire Safety Event transcends a typical trade
show; it’s a vital opportunity to connect with the
broader fire safety community, share expertise,
and collaborate on solutions that will have a
tangible impact,” Martin emphasises. “We believe
that through collective effort, we can create a safer
world for everyone.”
Hochiki extends an invitation to all attendees of
The Fire Safety Event at Birmingham’s NEC to visit
their STAND, J65 in Hall 4, to explore their latest
products, learn about their training programmes,
and discuss their fire safety requirements this April.
To learn more about the Hochiki Training
Academy head to the website.
https://www.hochikitrainingacademy.com
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Solving evacuation and access challenges for PRM:
Evaccess’s comprehensive solutions and expertise
become more aware of the complex
issues surrounding
evacuation and access
for PRM.
What happens if an evacuation is upstairs, or
the issue is with general access? And to those
individuals that must abandon their wheelchair, and
then cannot continue onward travel independently,
once outside?
These are just some of the disadvantages that
Evaccess has researched and experienced
from clients in the market of Evacuation Chairs.
Incorporated in 2008, Evaccess has developed a
key range of products including Evacuation Chairs,
Stair Climbers and additional products to help solve
this issue and to help individuals and organisations
Its large variation of
working solutions
enables wheelchairs,
both manual and
powered, to ascend
and descend stairs.
These solutions are
designed for emergencies
when lifts break-down or when access for evacuation
involves down spiral staircases, narrow staircases,
or even outdoor terrain. Aswell as largely helping the
individual, the range of Evaccess powered chairs also
reduce the risk of injury for assisting parties and reduce
the pressure on the Fire Service in an emergency.
In partnership with Antano, Bartels, and Sunwa,
the Evaccess team – led by joint directors Greg
and Julia – brings extensive experience, passion,
and empathy to helping individuals with reduced
mobility (PRM) find the right equipment for
their needs. With a deep understanding of lifts,
evacuation chairs, and stair climbers, engineers
Dave and Craig enhance the company’s offerings
through their expertise and technical knowledge.
Whether you are a building owner, facilities
management company, educational establishment or
an individual, Evaccess has the expert knowledge of
all the equipment in its range to meet a wide range of
needs. Its consultancy services include product demos,
tailored solutions, site surveys and much more. On
a regular basis, Evaccess work with companies to
provide advice on Disability Access and Egress,
Inclusion, The Equality Act, and Fire Evacuation.
Evaccess also offer training on the use of their Evac
Chairs and Stair Climbers through two types of
certified training: Operator Training and their Train
the Trainer course. Both courses are fully certified,
and feature hands-on training sessions on your site.
Evaccess will be exhibiting at The Fire Safety Event
2025 at STAND: 4/L30.
For more information or to check out their product
range, please see below:
T 0121 444 3690
info@evaccess.uk
https://evaccess.uk
Sika has a new CPD
Sika, a leading provider of
high-quality roofing solutions,
is pleased to announce the
launch of its latest Continuing
Professional Development (CPD),
‘Fire Safety in Buildings – Fire
Regulation and Test Methods for
Roofs.’
In today’s built environment,
the ever-increasing focus on fire
safety in buildings has become
a critical concern for specifiers,
contractors and building owners.
Understanding the relevant
regulations, testing methods
and certification to enable
navigation of the wealth of
product information available is
therefore essential to ensure the
safety and compliance of roofing
systems.
Sika’s new CPD presentation
addresses this need by providing
comprehensive coverage of
the standards, fire testing
and certification for roofing
applications, the types of
roofing systems and insulation
available, the Construction
Products Regulation (CPR), and
the Building Regulations that
apply. This CPD aims to equip
attendees with the knowledge
and understanding needed to
make informed decisions when
specifying roofing solutions that
prioritise fire safety.
“At Sika, we understand the
critical importance of fire
safety in buildings, and we are
committed to equipping our
customers with the knowledge
and tools they need to make
informed decisions,” said Mark
Harris, Head of Sustainability
at Sika Limited. “Our new
‘Fire Safety in Buildings – Fire
Regulation and Test Methods
for Roofs’ CPD is a testament to
our dedication to supporting the
industry and ensuring the safety
and well-being of occupants.”
To learn more about
Sika’s CPD offerings or to
schedule a session, visit:
https://gbr.sika.com
Fire Safety
CheckFire completes
PFAS-free enviroFoam
fire extinguisher range
with new 3ltr unit
CheckFire, a leading fire safety
supplier, has welcomed a new
3ltr unit into its CommanderEDGE
enviroFoam fire extinguisher range.
This compact addition completes
the PFAS-free enviroFoam line –
marked by the distinctive Green
Crosshair symbol – offering reliable,
fluorine-free fire
safety without
compromising
performance.
With a 13A 70B fire
rating, the 3ltr unit
is perfect for smaller
environments,
delivering highquality,
efficient
protection in a
lightweight, compact
design. Ideal for tackling Class B
fires, it’s also suited for a range
of settings – spanning industrial
warehouses, to manufacturing sites
and beyond. And, like its larger 6ltr
and 9ltr counterparts, it has achieved
the internationally recognised BS
EN3 Kitemark certification, ensuring
superior quality and performance.
As legislation tightens on PFAScontaining
fire extinguishers, with the
EU set to implement a ban by 2030,
CheckFire’s fluorine-free solutions are
timely too. The complete enviroFoam
Fluorine-Free Foam range reinforces
CheckFire’s
commitment to
meeting both current
and future regulatory
standards. This range
balances industryleading
performance
with stringent safety
standards, offering
robust protection
while addressing the
growing demand
for environmentally
responsible fire safety solutions.
For more information on how
CheckFire’s solutions can safeguard
your facility and boost compliance,
explore the enviroFoam range:
www.checkfire.co.uk/envirofoamfluorine-free-foam
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Fire Safety Services & Solutions Company of the Month
Need risk assessments for
the residential and property
changes in the UK fire safety
legislation 2025-2029?
We are delighted in this issue of Safety, Fire
& Security Journal to welcome Imperium
Fire Consultancy as our Fire Safety Services
& Solutions Company of the Month
It’s been a busy year for David Murphy, Director
of Imperium Fire Consultancy, a Northamptonbased
company offering specialised fire safety
services such as: BAFE SP205 certified Fire Risk
Assessments, BlueSky UKAS certified Fire Door
Inspections, DSEAR Risk Assessments, EV charging
installation Risk Assessments as well as general
fire safety consultancy. David brings over 23 years
knowledge and experience in design, installation
and management across active and passive life
safety measures and systems.
We caught up with David to review how the last
twelve months have fared for the company and to
discuss plans for 2025 and beyond, “2024 has seen
sustained, strategic growth of our core offerings,
as well as the introduction of new services. We
have seen a 30% increase year-on-year in sales
with key existing clients as well as new client sales
direct and indirect. Our philosophy is simple: Stick
to what we are good at, never over promise, never
under deliver, integrity, honesty while keeping
communication and support open at all times. Our
client base is threefold: working in partnership
with fire alarm/fire safety providers as a specialist,
facilities management and lastly direct through the
likes of Property Management Companies (PMC),
residential care and other commercial businesses.
“Over the last few months alone, we have carried
out many EV charging installation risk assessments
for several PMCs, fire door inspections for major
FM clients, commenced a new Scottish contract
of over 80 sites for a nationwide residential care
company, as well as deliver services to a diverse
range of clients including hospices, residential
blocks and student accommodation.
“Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Electric
Vehicles and E Bike/E Scooter Lithium-Ion Battery
fires have seen a significant increase in the news
reporting this year and continue to do so as the
world decreases its dependency on fossil fuels
and move towards green fuels. Like all new
technologies though, they carry inherent risks. EV
charging installation Risk Assessments continue to
gain very good traction in an industry where there
are presently no defined codes of practice or little
thought given to fire safety by installers and some
clients alike. Insurers and HSE are seeing this and
there is a strong move by them ensure the risk
assessments are being now carried out. Failure
to do so could significantly increase premiums
or in some cases, see them withdraw insurance
altogether.”
Another concentrated growth area has been in
DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive
Atmospheres) Risk Assessments.
The Dangerous Substances and Explosive
Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR) puts
an onus on employers to contractually control
and mitigate the risks associated with fire safety,
explosions and corrosive metal substances and
protecting workers and members of the public.
DSEAR requires a Risk Assessment of all workplace
activities that involves the aforementioned, with
subsequent measures that eliminate or reduce
identified risks, provide procedures and equipment
to deal with emergencies and accidents, provide
information and training to employees and mark
zones where explosive atmospheres may occur.
“DSEAR risk assessments are increasing, with HSE
recommending updates followed-up every 3-5
years and the list of dangerous substances and
processes are growing every year.
“Imperium Fire Consultancy originally started
out offering Fire Door Inspections and Fire Risk
Assessments but the company’s remit has
diversified over time to meet accommodating risk
assessment needs across their client sectors.
“The landmark publication of the Grenfell Tower
Inquiry phase 2 Report in September concluded
that the tragedy was avoidable, with grave failings
across the board. Blame was laid at the door of
multiple organisations such as the local and main
government departments, private commercial
businesses, fire and rescue service, TMOs etc.
“Fire safety is now understandably of paramount
importance across many sectors, with competency,
experience, honesty and transparency now
required. For example, Fire Risk Assessments take
time and cannot be rushed and yet certain sectors
still see these as a race to the bottom. They are not
tick box exercises! We often state that for every
hour spent on site, we will often spend 2-3 hours
write-up time after, then making sure we get it right.
I spend a huge amount of time and energy ensuring
all customers are happy with our deliverables. This
means delivering reports and survey documents
on time and within specification. Great emphasis is
made on maintaining key relationships but always
with high ethical and moral standards.”
Imperium Fire Consultancy is looking to continue
growing in niche sectors in 2025. This includes
the Property management sector, residential and
care home sector, green energy markets (BESS
and PV Farms) as well as the education sector. On
the back of this, continuing to educate and ensure
the business keeps up with the ever-changing fire
safety landscape.
“The UK body of fire risk assessors is a specialised
group and the future industry and government
changes, like competency-based codes of practice,
will be paramount to ensure that the identification
of hazards, delivering of precise information on
effective fire safety measures, and a firm grasp of
how to mitigate or prevent the likelihood of firerelated
incidents are key.
“Imperium Fire Consultancy has completed the
latest higher risk buildings fire safety course, and
in line with these changes and we’re interested in
working further with the property and residential
sector. We will be exhibiting at the National
Landlord Investment Show at Old Billingsgate,
London on the 19th March, 2025; we’d love to meet
interested parties from across the sector.”
For more information on Imperium Fire
Consultancy services, see the details below:
T 0203 633 0069
M 07305 888454
david@imperiumfire.com
www.imperiumfire.com
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Fire Detection Company of the Year
Protecting people with high
quality life safety products
In this issue of Safety, Fire & Security Journal,
we are pleased to feature Hochiki as our
Fire Detection Company of the Year
and stay at the forefront of innovation. Overall,
we are pleased with our performance in a
competitive landscape. While specific figures
are commercially sensitive, we can say that our
products have shown resilience, and demand
remains strong across our key markets.”
Hochiki’s focus on quality, innovation, and longterm
reliability has always set them apart from
the competition. By prioritising rigorous testing
to exceed industry standards, Hochiki works
hard to consistently deliver a peace of mind to
its customers.
Nathan Hudson
Hochiki was first established in Tokyo in 1918,
and over time, it has grown exponentially
to become a global-leading manufacturer
of commercial and industrial fire directions
solutions. In 1972, the Hochiki America
Corporation was founded, followed in 1993 by
the newest division: Hochiki Europe.
For over 100 years Hochiki has led the way in
the design and manufacture of innovative life
safety solutions. Its leading edge commercial
and industrial fire detection and emergency
lighting products have acquired global
acceptance as the benchmark for high-integrity
and long-term reliability.
With global group sales turnover exceeding
£400m, Hochiki is a wholly independent,
multinational, publicly listed company with
over 2,000 employees working across six
manufacturing plants, 38 sales offices and 14
subsidiaries.
Its ongoing commitment to manufacturing
innovation ensures customer satisfaction and
its production facilities in Japan, the USA and
Europe offer international continuity in quality,
service, and supply.
Hochiki Europe manufactures and distributes
products to Europe, the Middle East, India and
Africa, with a strategic focus on fire detection
systems, wired and wireless products and
emergency lighting. We managed to speak with
Nathan Hudson, Sales and Marketing Director,
Hochiki Europe, who briefly described how the
last 12 months have been for the company.
“The past year has been one of growth and
adaptation, with a focus on reinforcing our
commitment to high-quality fire detection and
safety standards. Despite a challenging market
environment, the whole Hochiki Europe team
has worked to meet evolving customer needs
“Every time we talk to our customers, one of
the most repeated phrases we hear is just how
easy they are to install while also being known
for their durability and precision engineering,”
stated Nathan.
What Nathan is referring to here is Hochiki’s
two recent product launches that have further
enhanced the company’s commitment to fire
safety: FIREscape Nepto Emergency Lighting
and the ACD multi-sensor ranges.
FIREscape Nepto is the latest generation of
intelligent, self-testing and self-monitoring
emergency lighting system. This unique,
cost effective and fully compliant emergency
lighting system is based around an addressable,
emergency lighting control panel and features
addressable, self-contained LED luminaires
and exit signs. Its extra-low operating voltage
together with its ability to continually selftest
and monitor itself makes installation and
maintenance of the system quick, easy and less
costly compared to central battery or mainspowered
systems. This is best green solution
as Hochiki has also considered the useful life
of the entire emergency lighting system, from
manufacture and installation, right through to
recycling. What’s more, using the FIREscape
Nepto’s standard LED luminaires means the
units consume less than 0.5W when charging,
and once the units are fully charged, they only
consume 0.1W.
The FIREscape Nepto range offers exceptional
flexibility, allowing the system to be tailored and
configured to suit any installation requirements.
Additionally, Nepto control panels can be
networked, enabling centralised management
and protection for extensive, multi-building
sites.
Furthermore, photometric data for the
FIREscape Nepto units have been third-party
approved and verified enabling the installer to
design an aesthetically pleasing emergency
lighting system which meets all legislative
requirements, for building owner’s total peace
of mind. Additionally, the range also includes a
variety of accessories, including an I/O unit and
a common luminaire/exit sign mounting base.
Secondly, the Addressable Multi-Sensor (ACD)
with CO Detection is marked as the most
sophisticated multi-sensor with smoke, heat
and CO sensing elements that is completely
unrivalled by its competitors. The ACD operates
with 24 modes, a CO cell designed for up to 10
years life expectancy, and the ability to detect
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the threat of COHb poisoning.
The ACD is also enhanced for false alarm
reduction. In the modes featuring the Reduced
False Alarm function (+RFA), the sensor will
automatically adjust the sensitivity of the optical
sensing element over time, learning from its
surrounding environment from the moment of
installation.
Its flexible settings ensure that each mode
utilises different fire detection technologies
either in combination or individually to generate
a fire condition. The ACD operates on Hochiki’s
world renowned, robust and reliable, ESP
open protocol, giving specifiers, installers and
end users an open choice on system design,
installation and maintenance, as well as
complete control over costs. Hochiki also offer
a UL approved variant, the ACD-V. This version
has 16 fully approved operational modes and
is fully compatible with today’s enhanced
FireNET Plus Control Panels and Loop Explorer
II Software.
Hochiki’s unwavering dedication to advancing
fire safety is something to be admired, and this
award only motivates the company as a whole
to continue innovating, setting the highest
standards in the industry. Hochiki place a large
part of its success on its ability to form strategic
and long-lasting partnerships. Nathan described
some notable customer success stories the
company received in 2024.
“The first of two projects was based in Qatar,
where we collaborated with Fire Cloud Qatar
to secure Outpost Al Barari, a luxurious resort,
using our Ekho Hybrid wireless system. This
project illustrated the flexibility of our solutions,
as the wireless technology seamlessly fit
the resort’s unique, high-end design and
requirement to change layouts with the everchanging
desert environment. Both projects
underscore our dedication to delivering tailored,
effective fire safety solutions in diverse settings.
“The second project was based in Belfast,
where we partnered with 365 Fire to protect
the historic Print Works building, a Victorian
warehouse dating back to 1890, by installing our
reliable ESP range of fire detectors. This project
highlighted our ability to integrate advanced fire
detection within heritage sites, preserving safety
without compromising architectural integrity.”
The Titanic Distillers, Belfast’s first distillery
in nearly 90 years, opened in the historic
Pumphouse building, presenting unique fire
safety challenges due to the flammable whiskeymaking
process. Fire safety specialist Atlas
World installed a tailored system using Hochiki’s
advanced fire detection technology.
Hochiki’s ESP multi-sensors and optical
sensors were chosen for their ability to adapt
to environmental factors like steam and heat,
reducing false alarms. Discreetly designed
loop-powered sounders and beacons provided
effective alerts in noisy areas while maintaining
the building’s historical integrity. Despite supply
chain challenges, Hochiki ensured timely project
completion, earning Atlas World’s trust and
becoming their preferred supplier.
This project underscored the importance of
collaboration between heritage experts, fire
safety professionals, and technology providers,
and ensured modern safety standards were met
while preserving the site’s history.
Going into 2025, Hochiki will continue exploring
new ways to improve user experience and
system integration while keeping an eye on
enhancing safety, reliability, and ease of use in
both existing and new environments. One area
in particular that Hochiki is keen to continue
integrating into its products and manufacturing
processes is sustainability.
Nathan expanded on this, “We have
established a dedicated sustainability team at
our headquarters in Japan, which is driving a
comprehensive global sustainability strategy.
This team is focused on key areas, including the
use of eco-friendly materials, waste reduction,
and optimising our manufacturing processes
to reduce our environmental impact while
upholding our high standards for product
quality. A great example of this would be with
our FIREscape Nepto range which is produced
from fully recyclable materials and incorporates
energy-saving LED technology that helps to
reduce CO 2 e emissions.”
If you’re interested in partnering with Hochiki,
get in touch below.
T 01634 260133
info@hochikieurope.com
www.hochikieurope.com
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Fire Detection
SITENET Revolutionises Fire Safety
for Temporary ENVIRONMENTS
When it comes to fire detection and alarm
systems for temporary environments,
SITENET is a game-changer. Developed
by Bull Products, a leading provider of
temporary fire protection solutions for the
construction industry and other applications,
SITENET is an EN 54 certified and 100%
wireless fire detection and alarm system
range, ensuring unparalleled safety and
flexibility for both indoor and outdoor
temporary settings.
SITENET is an EN 54 certified and 100%
wireless fire detection and alarm system
which delivers a reliable and robust solution
for any construction site application, from
high-rise structures to subsurface rail
projects. The SITENET range is built on a
combination of radio devices, operating on
a self-forming, self-healing patented wireless
mesh technology with multipath network
redundancy utilising innovative channel
hopping technology. Bull Products is the only
provider offering 100% wireless and EN 54
certified fire detection and alarm solutions
for both internal and external temporary
environments.
The expanded
SITENET range offers
a reliable, robust and
adaptable solution.
The 100% wireless,
scalable, intelligent
solution rapidly detects
and alerts users to
signs of smoke or fire,
while being resilient to
false alarms.
Inside and Outside
The SITENET range has been extended
to include devices designed to be
more aesthetically suited for internal
environments, such as modular buildings,
often required on a construction project.
While the existing SITENET range has been
successfully used for both internal and
external purposes, Bull Products’ SITENET
has now evolved to include additional
solutions optimised for internal temporary
spaces, providing a professional, modern
and slimline appearance. This enhancement
is particularly relevant for spaces such
as office environments, offering robust
performance and reliability for both indoor
and outdoor settings.
The new devices are designed with the
same attention to detail and performance
as the existing range, ensuring reliable fire
detection and alarm
capabilities. With
this expansion, Bull
Products continues to
set the standard in fire
safety technology.
Cygnus Mesh Analyser
The new Cygnus Mesh
Analyser enhanced
diagnostic tool aids
the commissioning
and maintenance
process for the, EN
54 certified and 100% wireless SITENET fire
detection and alarm system. It delivers a
graphical display of mesh signal strengths
and connection paths for each device in
the system. Additionally, the Cygnus Mesh
Analyser can show the history of how the
devices have joined the network and their
previous connections to the network. The
software displays the structure and strength
of the wireless mesh network and suggests
actions to enhance the performance of the
system further still.
The software is utilised by our expert
engineer team nationwide when installing
and maintaining the SITENET system. It is
also freely available for our trained installer
partners to install and is easily loaded with
the mesh file from the SITENET control
panel. The outcome is a more efficient
installation and commissioning process,
ensuring installers and end-users have a
robust and stable network.
Cygnus ALERT
The Cygnus ALERT notification and
monitoring platform is a Cloud-based
solution designed to strengthen site safety
and seamlessly integrates with SITENET.
Cygnus ALERT is a subscription-based Cloud
portal solution, accessed through a 2G and
4G cellular hardware module, with easy user
management and notifications provided
through the Cloud portal via a Windows
browser or intuitive, user-friendly android
app. The ability for integrators to assign
engineers and also end users provides
enhanced support not only to the integrator
but also added benefit to on-site managers.
Designed for seamless integration with the
SITENET range of fire detection and alarm
systems, the Cygnus ALERT module can
be fitted into the SITENET control panel
on-site during installation and can also be
retrofitted into pre-existing installations.
Real-time information is automatically
communicated to site administrators through
the cloud portal to the app and via SMS,
enabling prompt action to be taken, thereby,
enhancing response times.
Each control panel allows for one module
to be installed. The Cloud portal can view
and notify on multiple sites, this level of
scalability ensures that the Cygnus ALERT
platform is adaptable to a wide range of
applications. It can also remotely display
system information once a fault is detected
to provide more in-depth detail on the issue,
such as, battery status faults, mesh status,
fault history.
For more information, please visit:
www.bullproducts.co.uk
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The height of excellence
Direct Hoist, a leading specialist in
construction hoist hire and sales, exhibited
at this year’s Vertical Days show, with
Electroelsa.
Vertikal Days annual event is a prime
opportunity for Direct Hoist to connect with
its target audience, as the event showcases
equipment for lifting and working at height.
Electroelsa and its UK distributor, Direct Hoist
displayed a wide selection of equipment
including a PM-M56 transport platform, the
P46 mast climber, PM-M23, and PM-M10,
and demonstrated Electroelsa’s new safety
feature, missing bolts presence – which
detects missing mast bolts
during assembly.
Based in the Midlands,
Direct Hoist stands at the
forefront of construction
hoist technology,
introducing cutting-edge
Italian Electroelsa machinery
to the UK market. Electroelsa
is a market leader in safety,
and benefits from hightech
computer control,
including SIM technology
with data-logging. It
features a self-diagnostic
function to remotely relate
to any Electroelsa machine
problems, wherever it is in
the world.
TB Davies achieves ISO
14001 certification,
reinforcing sustainability
leadership
TB Davies, a leading UK supplier
of work-at-height safety solutions,
has achieved ISO 14001
certification, marking a significant
milestone in its ongoing
commitment to sustainability
and environmental leadership.
Electroelsa working in
conjunction with Direct Hoists’
expertise of the UK safety
regulations, and their many
clients’ requirements, are
implementing a wide range of
technological innovations, which
Direct Hoist is excited to provide
to the British construction
industry.
“We’ve worked with Electroelsa
to adapt the range to suit the
UK rental market while meeting
the latest Transport Platform
regulations.
Where we’re enhancing
components for longevity
during intense usage – it’s
vital to minimise downtime
on-site while maintaining
efficiency, cost and ease of
use,” stated Rob Wilson,
Managing Director of Direct
Hoist.
In addition, Direct
Hoist’s investment in
its Lincolnshire site to
include a bespoke teaching
centre including a 10m
training tower, capable of
transporting a two-tonne
platform hoist to full height,
and where candidates are
Working at Height
trained to reach NVQ (National Vocational
Qualification) Level 2 standard in hoist
installation. A two-day session is offered
for experienced people, while a week-long
course is available for a more comprehensive
understanding of erecting and dismantling
different types of construction hoists.
Over the past decade, the company has
undergone continuous growth, driven by a
steadfast dedication to staff development, a
commitment to the highest safety standards,
and a pioneering approach to sustainability
in the industry, now with its fleet of vans
powered by 100% renewable HVO fuel with a
90% reduction in CO 2 .
T 01724 781647
https://directhoist.co.uk
Work at height charity
launches first ever
No Falls Week
The internationally recognised
ISO 14001 standard validates
the company’s dedication to
robust environmental management
and highlights its proactive approach
to reducing ecological impact.
Established in 1945, the familyowned
business has long prioritised
environmentally responsible
practices, including harnessing
solar energy, reducing plastic
packaging, and introducing hybrid
vehicles. These initiatives form part
of the company’s ambitious goal of
reaching Net Zero by 2050.
This certification follows TB Davies’
development of an award-winning
carbon reduction plan in 2022, when
it participated in the Business Wales
Accelerated Growth Programme’s
Carbon Emission Reduction Pilot.
The pilot programme supported TB
Davies in creating a measurable plan
to significantly reduce its carbon
footprint.
Securing ISO 14001 certification
involved a rigorous assessment
and close collaboration throughout
the business. TB Davies accessed
essential external expertise through
the Business Wales Accelerated
Growth Programme, which
connected them with ISO specialist
Brian Taylor. His guidance helped
ensure the certification process
succeeded on the first attempt.
For more information, please visit:
www.tbdavies.co.uk
The No Falls Foundation, the first and
only UK-based charity for the work
at height sector, is proud to have
launched its first ever ‘No Falls Week’,
a powerful campaign dedicated to
promoting safe working at height.
Taking place between 13 and 17 May
2024, No Falls Week's mission was
simple yet crucial; to raise awareness
about the importance of safe working
at height, prevent falls and ensure
everyone that works at height comes
down safely.
It is estimated over 1 million
businesses, and 10 million workers,
carry out work involving some
form of working at height every
year. No Falls Week will provide the
opportunity for organisations across
all sectors to place a focus on work
at height safety.
Falls from height are consistently the
leading cause of workplace fatalities
in the UK, with 40 people losing
their lives at work due to a fall from
height in 2022-2023. Latest figures
from the Health and Safety Executive
(HSE) show that falls from height
were responsible for a third of all
workplace deaths last year, up from a
quarter the year before.
As awful as the fatality statistics are,
there are an even greater number of
non-fatal injuries resulting from a fall
from height, with over 5,000 people
in Great Britain having been reported
injured at work in 2022/23.
https://nofallsweek.org/getinvolved
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Cleaning & Hygiene
BCIS reveals five year maintenance,
cleaning and energy forecast
Maintenance costs are set to rise 16%
by 2Q 2029, according to the latest
forecast data from the Building
Cost Information Service (BCIS)
All-in Maintenance Cost
Indices. Cleaning costs, mainly
driven by labour costs, are
expected to rise by 23% over
the forecast period, while
BCIS expects energy costs
to fall by 22% over the same
period.
Karl Horton (pictured), chief
data officer at BCIS, said, “The
economic outlook for 2024 remains
challenging due to high interest rates
Unlock Awaab’s Law
compliance with audits
Leading regulatory and
microbiological testing
house, MSL Solution
Providers, is calling on
landlords, councils,
housing associations, and
facilities management (FM)
companies to proactively
engage in comprehensive
cleaning audits to ensure
compliance with Awaab's
Law.
This legislation, which came into effect in January
2024 as part of the Social Housing Regulation
Act 2023, is extending to the private rented
sector and is widely expected to be enforced
with the upcoming Renters’ Reform Bill in March
2025. It mandates that landlords must address
health hazards, including damp and mould,
within specified timeframes to ensure healthy
living conditions. Failure to comply will result in
enforcement action initiated by tenants through
the courts.
OTL Group toasts 40 years
An Aberdeenshire company which exports
its world-beating products across the globe is
celebrating its 40th anniversary.
The OTL Group’s interests are diverse spanning
offshore cleaning, firefighting foams, foam testing
and infection control products. Since opening
for business in 1984, it has
grown to encompass four
divisions, over 200 products
and almost 30 staff.
Managing Director, David
Evans, explained, “Right
from the start, we have
always been about four
things – great products,
being as environmentally sustainable as possible,
great people and great customer service.
“In the early days, we worked from small facilities
in Torry, Aberdeen, before expanding into our
purpose-built facilities at Gourdon. We now have
our offices, warehouses, workshops, lab and
testing facilities and we’re actively exploring how
and constrained funding on the demand
side, and a lack of skilled workers
and contractors on the supply side.
While demand for FM services is
expected to stay strong, repair
and maintenance output will
remain stagnant initially, with
growth in the latter part of
the forecast period. Cost
increases will be driven by
wages trying to recoup the
real falls in recent years and
by increases in the National
Living Wage.”
BCIS is expecting annual declines in
all R&M sub-sectors apart from public
MSL’s innovative CleanSure
Hygiene Auditing Solution
enables landlords and
facilities managers to ensure
that their rental properties
are hygienically clean
and safe, and that correct
cleaning protocols are being
followed. Quick, reliable,
and effective, the service
includes swabbing surfaces
around the property for
microbiological testing by post, leveraging the
company’s extensive microbiology and industrial
hygiene expertise.
The process is straightforward, with a report
being issued within 3-5 days of swabs being
received. Alongside the results, the client receives
a bespoke set of recommendations to help them
stay ahead of any potential hygiene problems.
For more information about MSL, visit:
www.msl.io or enquire at: enquiries@msl.io
we can expand the site to facilitate further growth.
“We started out with our Sobo range of rigwash
and industrial oil degreasers and then expanded
into firefighting foams which are used to suppress
fires offshore and in high-risk sites like chemical
plants, as well as in the marine and aviation
sectors. We’re known for
developing highly effective,
specialist products.”
The group’s infection control
business, Bio Technics,
is headed up by David’s
daughter Hannah. She
commented, “Bio Technics
export about two thirds of
our products around the world. We manufacture
our patented Endurocide Antimicrobial Plus
disposable hospital curtains for use in hospitals
as well as a range of alcohol-free hand sanitisers,
wipes, and surface cleaners right here in
Gourdon.”
www.the-otlgroup.com
housing and infrastructure in 2024. While R&M is
expected to show growth overall in 2025, nonhousing
R&M is forecast to remain in decline. BCIS
is projecting R&M output to rise around 8% in the
five years to 2029.
Horton added, “R&M output may be significantly
affected by the Autumn Budget. With a £22 billion
black hole in the nation’s finances to plug, the
Chancellor has some very difficult decisions to
make. We know that funding for R&M projects,
including urgent work on schools, hospitals and
prisons, as well as other government and local
authority buildings, is going to be under extreme
pressure.”
www.bcis.co.uk
Aladdin EasyFit Isolator allows new metering
technology to overcome challenges for South
West Water Customers
South West Water (SWW) has announced
a successful collaboration with Kier Group
to improve the efficiency of water meter
installations. This partnership has addressed
a previous hurdle for some customers where
there is no isolation, or the isolation valve has
seized or failed.
The key to this success lies in the utilisation
of Aladdin EasyFit Isolators. These innovative
isolation valves act as a crucial tool for Kier
Group’s metering team, allowing them to
install meters in situations that would have
previously resulted in a frustrating ‘unable to
meter’ feedback for the customer.
Wendy Coomber, SWW Metering Manager at
Kier Group said, “By implementing Aladdin
EasyFit Isolator valves, Kier Group has
expanded its capabilities to serve a wider
range of SWW customers and ensure they
benefit from having a water meter.”
The use of water meters is crucial for both
water conservation and accurate billing.
By overcoming the stopcock obstacle, Kier
Group and SWW are demonstrating their
commitment to providing efficient and
accessible metering solutions for all their
customers.
https://aladdin-products.co.uk
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Cleaning & Hygiene
Flowcrete takes on
Hygiene at Foodex 2025
Maintaining hygiene
throughout the entire
food and beverage
production process,
from processing to
packaging, is crucial
for minimising
contamination risks.
A rigorous cleaning
regimen must be
implemented and
followed meticulously,
ensuring regular and
thorough cleaning with the appropriate
tools and training for all staff members.
A comprehensive training program
can educate facility staff on the
various contamination risks that
could arise from inadequate
cleanliness and improper practices.
This education reassures managers,
customers, and end users that
the food products are safe for
consumption.
Flowfresh, an antibacterial flooring
solution from Flowcrete is made
with the food and beverage industry
in mind. This flooring solution can
kill up to 99.9% of bacteria through
silver ions that attack bacteria
and viruses on the floor’s surface.
Chemical resistance is also a key
factor for this flooring, meaning that
it can withstand dropped produce,
Bottling business
toasts new floor
Kemtile, a division
of Stonhard, has
delivered a singlesource
drainage and
flooring solution
for Thomas Hardy
Group, a familyowned
bottling and
packaging business.
The company has
production facilities
both in Warrington
and Kendal, where
they package beers, ciders, soft
drinks, juices and tonic water for a
number of blue-chip companies.
A multi-national brewing business
referred Kemtile to Thomas
Hardy Group, referencing their
experience with Kemtile delivering
‘fit for purpose’ drainage and
flooring solutions on their sites
and complimenting their quality of
materials, workmanship, and overall
professionalism.
Kemtile was briefed by the Thomas
Hardy Engineering team to provide
a hard-wearing flooring solution
suitable for use around a new
canning line. The line was to be
installed at their Warrington site,
providing an all-important hygienic
as well as cleaning chemicals that
may be used across the facility. In
addition to antibacterial properties,
Flowcrete’s Flowfresh HF has an
impressive anti-slip profile that is
especially useful in wet processing
areas.
Minimising the risk of listeria from
the outset is crucial for maintaining
a contamination-free environment.
Once an area is contaminated, the
pathogen can spread via insects,
staff clothing, or aerosolisation from
improper cleaning. Given the impact
that any form of contamination can
have on food and beverage facilities,
addressing the root causes of
contamination is essential.
We look forward to seeing you at
Foodex 2025!
https://www.flowcrete.eu
finish that is hardwearing,
easy to
clean, and would
help impress future
clients.
The Kemtile
team successfully
completed the
work over three
months including
the installation
of 1,200m 2 of
Stonhard’s Stonclad
UR and Stonclad UF systems.
Stonclad UR and UF are both heavyduty
polyurethane flooring systems
specifically designed to provide
high levels of hygiene and chemical
resistance to product spillages and
caustic cleaning solutions.
Kemtile has a long-established
reputation for supplying highquality,
fit-for-purpose drainage
and flooring solutions to the food
and drink sector. Drawing upon
their expertise and track record of
delivering solutions in the packaging
and bottling industry, Kemtile is a
one-stop-shop choice for companies
looking for single-source solutions.
Contact
https://kemtile.co.uk
Meet Jangro AI Beta: The
smart cleaning assistant
Jangro, the UK & Europe’s largest
network of independent janitorial
and cleaning distributors, is thrilled
to unveil Jangro AI Beta. This
revolutionary virtual assistant is
designed to provide instant support
for all cleaning and hygiene needs.
Powered by artificial intelligence
(AI), Jangro AI Beta is available
24/7, offering efficient and accurate
assistance whenever it is needed.
The first AI chat feature available
on the platform is dedicated to
carpet maintenance, with lots
more to follow.
Users can interact with this intelligent
virtual assistant to get practical
advice on the best techniques for
cleaning various carpet fibres, along
with product recommendations and
trouble-shooting tips. This smart
tool offers instant, reliable guidance
to help keep carpets looking their
best and make their maintenance
easier than ever.
Jangro is set to expand this stateof-the-art
feature across other
areas of its business. Whether
customers are seeking product
information, placing an order, using
its online Learning Management
Solution (LMS), or needing expert
advice, Jangro AI Beta will be able
to assist.
Jo Gilliard, CEO of Jangro,
comments, “At Jangro, we are
committed to applying cuttingedge
technology to enhance
our customers’ experience. The
introduction of Jangro AI Beta
marks a significant step forward in
providing instant, reliable support,
initially for all carpet care needs.
We are excited to expand this
innovative feature across other
areas of our business, ensuring
that we offer our customers the
very best possible assistance,
anytime they need it.”
For more information, please visit:
www.jangro.net/resources/jangroai.
For help with carpet care,
interact with Jangro AI Beta at:
https://carpet-ai.jangro.net
Re-formulated Everfree
Organic Drain Clearer
Wiseman Industries
Ltd, a leading
UK chemical
manufacturer, is
proud to announce
its Re-formulated
‘Everfree’ Organic
Drain Clearer. In
response to the UK’s
Poisons Licence,
Wiseman’s R&D team
has developed a
unique formulation,
a revolutionary
organic drain clearer
that combines
professionalgrade
strength with environmental
responsibility that does not require
hazard labelling yet delivers an
unparalled powerful performance.
Everfree Organic Drain Clearer’s
innovative formula and professional
strength rapidly breaks down a
wide range of common blockage
materials, including organic matter
and washing powder residues. Its
quick-acting nature, means that
drains can be cleared in minutes,
without the need for rodding,
saving time and effort on the job for
plumbing professionals.
Everfree Organic Drain Clearer sets
a new standard in the plumbing
industry. Unlike
many traditional
drain cleaners that
use harsh chemicals,
Wiseman’s reformulation
ensures
that all plumbers
can tackle even
the toughest
blockages without
compromising on
legal compliance
or environmental
safety. Unlike many
traditional drain
cleaners, Everfree is
100% biodegradable
and septic tank friendly.
Everfree Organic Drain Clearer can be
used both internally and externally
making it suitable for most scenarios.
Additionally, it can be used as part
of a planned maintenance system to
prevent blockages and keep drains
flowing smoothly. These unique
features position Everfree as a
professional-grade drain cleaner that
balances powerful performance with
environmental responsibility, setting
it apart in the market of drain cleaning
solutions. Available in 1litre & 2.5litres.
For more information, please email:
sales@wisemanind.com or visit:
www.wisemanind.com
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Building engineers will save
more lives than doctors
A leading respiratory
illness expert has
claimed that facilities
management and
building services
engineering will have
a greater influence
on worldwide human
health and wellbeing
than the medical and
social care professions.
Dr Philip Webb, chief
executive of Respiratory
Innovation Wales (RIW),
told a technical briefing
hosted in London by
the CIBSE Patrons that the huge
scale of the indoor environmental
quality (IEQ) crisis meant that greater
investment in building and facilities
management would be more
effective than medical treatment
in reducing excess deaths related
to respiratory, cardiovascular and
mental health conditions.
He called for a fundamental
reassessment of the way public
money and resources were allocated
to address the areas of greatest
need, pointing out that air quality
was responsible for higher numbers
of excess deaths than the COVID-19
pandemic, cancer, heart disease and
mental health combined. However, it
Airzone HVAC control &
integration solutions
Airzone, Europe’s leading
manufacturer of HVAC control
and integration systems has
announced a formal UK launch.
The strategic decision comes at
a critical time for the UK in terms
of remaining on track with the
government’s net zero target.
Founded in 1997, Airzone has
gained industrywide recognition
for creating solutions that limit
energy used to heat
and cool buildings
– one of the most
significant contributors
to global CO 2
emissions.
Airzone proposes
to work with UK
HVAC installers, specifiers and
integrators to drive building
performance efficiencies to create
homes and commercial spaces
that provide the very best in
energy and cost-effective comfort.
To support the company’s growth
in the UK, Airzone has invested
in a designated UK-based sales
team. They will be working closely
with installers, specifiers and
integrators to provide the data and
receives a tiny fraction of the public
money and resources allocated to
health and wellbeing services.
According to data from Public Health
Wales, COVID-19 was responsible
for 38 deaths per 100,000 of the
global population, smoking annually
accounts for 180, and cancer 278,
but air quality is responsible for up
to 1,400 excess deaths per 100,000
every year.
Webb also pointed out that there
were 3,000 new occupational
asthma cases reported in the UK
every year linked to the air quality in
workplaces.
www.thebesa.com
insights they need to ensure the
effective specification of solutions
that meet client requirements.
The team will also be promoting
solutions for multi-occupancy
commercial buildings, such as
hotels and offices, that provide
integration of heating, cooling
and indoor air quality to improve
efficiencies and occupier comfort.
The UK teams will be focusing on
Airzone’s residential solutions that
are designed to manage heating
including air source heat pumps,
as they become more prevalent
with legislation requirements
in 2025. The Future Homes and
Buildings Standards highlight the
use of low-carbon technologies,
particularly heat pumps, as a way
to decarbonise buildings.
Contact
www.airzonecontrol.com/gb/en
Ventilating commercial
and industrial kitchens
Air Vent
Technology has
a range of fans
which is suitable
for installation
into those areas
where high
temperatures
can be expected.
There are three
fans in the range –
the ‘QBK,’ the ‘QMF-
HT’ and the ‘STR/
MOS.’ All these units
have their motors out
of the airstream
for improved
longevity – the
motors are out
of the extract
airflow avoiding
overheating and
direct contact
with dirt and
grease – therefore
less maintenance
and cleaning. They
are fitted with acoustic lining to
reduce noise breakout and have
operating temperatures from
80 o C to 180 o C. Performances
are from 0.10m 3 /sec to 7.40m 3 /
sec, single and three phase. All
Clean Air
models are offered in
a variety of sizes
and installation
configurations
to suit multiple
applications.
Accessories such
as attenuators,
cowls, antivibration
supports,
high temperature
flexible connectors
etc. are available. AVT
can design ventilation
schemes to ensure
that the very best
performance is
achieved in any
circumstances. And,
what’s more, AVT’s
Site Engineering
Services department
can remove old
items, complete
repairs where
necessary, install
and maintain equipment. A truly
comprehensive service.
Contact
T 01264 356415
sales@airventtechnology.co.uk
www.airventtechnology.co.uk
Wilo welcomes weeding
out of non-compliant
circulation pumps
Following revelations that the
Office of Product Safety and
Security (OPSS) found over 85%
of domestic heating circulators
it inspected last year were
non-compliant, distributors and
installers are being urged to look
out for ‘fake’ pumps as they could
pose a safety hazard to consumers.
The callout by Wilo,
the efficiency-first
pump manufacturer,
leads on from the
OPSS’ Delivery
report 2022-2023,
in which the UK
Government
department also
disclosed that it had
de-listed 38 domestic
heating circulation pumps from
sale.
Now, Wilo is urging distributors
and installers to think twice,
and check pumps hold the right
certifications and markings before
stocking or installing them in
homes and heating systems. The
manufacturer strongly advises that
if it is “too good to be true”, then
it is most likely non-compliant and
wants industry to spot the warning
signs.
Lee Tebbatt, Managing Director
of Wilo UK, said, “We’ve seen a
swathe of non-compliant pumps
make their way onto the market,
and in many cases, they are
manufactured to look like the real
deal. We welcome the work the
OPSS is doing to weed out these
fake heating circulation pumps, but
while the problem is still ongoing,
it’s imperative that distributors,
merchants and installers know how
to spot a fake.”
www.wilo.co.uk
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Hand Dryer Company of the Year
From hand dryers to fragrance systems: Velai
In this issue of Safety, Fire & Security Journal, we are pleased to feature Velair
Group Ltd as our Hand Dryer Company of the Year
Since 2012, Velair Group has supplied over 350
businesses with hand dryer packages, working
via partners and distributors who sell its range.
Knowing everything there is to know about hand
dryers, you’ll find their dryers in almost every
sector of the market, including those with the
highest standards – Food Manufacturing and
Education.
Known in the industry for providing innovative
products and solutions in the washroom arena,
we spoke to Matt Anderson, CEO Velair Group Ltd,
who explained to us how the last 12 months has
been for the company.
“The past 12 months have been exceptional
across the group. We’ve successfully completed
every key project we set out to, while acquiring
new customers and deepening relationships with
our existing ones by delivering the high-quality
products and services they’ve come to expect
from us. Our growth rate remains strong at around
20% annually, and we continue to consistently hit
and in some cases exceed our sales targets.”
“Alongside this, we’ve expanded the team,
introducing more structure and bringing in highly
skilled personnel to support our growth and
alleviate pressure on our existing staff, who have
been working incredibly hard. Looking ahead,
one of our immediate priorities is securing a
larger warehouse to accommodate our continued
expansion.”
We then asked Matt how sales have fared in
comparison to forecast:
“Sales have significantly outperformed our
forecasts, particularly following the acquisition of
Enviro-Save (UK) Ltd – a globally recognised, bestin-class
fragrance system distributor known for its
continuous fragrance Oxygen-Powered delivery
systems. This acquisition provided a substantial
boost in sales and, coupled with the ongoing
success of our hand dryer division, allowed us
to not only meet but exceed our projections. In a
challenging economic environment, where many
companies have struggled, we’re proud to have
remained resilient and continued to grow. Overall,
we’re extremely pleased with our performance.”
The purchase of Enviro-Save 18 months ago has
been transformative for the business. Before this
acquisition, Enviro-Save was generating close to
£1.2 million at the time of purchase and is now
exceeding £2 million and growing rapidly under
Velair Group. The fragrance system mentioned
by Matt was originally developed in Dubai and
has proven to be a phenomenal success. The
product is exclusive to Velair Group in the UK,
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Hand Dryer Company of the Year
r Group ® unstoppable growth
hand dryer brand, and a competitive force in the
electrical wholesale sector, which represents a
massive growth opportunity for us.”
and complements its already strong hand dryer
offering, further strengthening its position in the
hygiene sector.
“Additionally, we’ve expanded into the electrical
wholesale market with our state-of-the-art panel
heaters and domestic ventilation products,
allowing us to serve a broader customer
base across multiple sectors,” added Matt.
“Interestingly, our fragrance and electrical
wholesale divisions are currently outpacing the
growth of our core hygiene business, likely due to
the limited number of companies in the washroom
sector and the challenges of competing with
continuous-revenue paper sales. Nevertheless,
our comprehensive packages – offering solutions
across hygiene and electrical markets – have been
very well received.”
Another product that has revolutionised the
hand drying sectors is the Plug & Play system,
developed by Velair Group as the world’s first
multi-dryer Plug & Play ® platform, named The
Terra4 Docking Station ® .
“The Terra4 Docking Station ® supports 75% of
our hand dryers. It allows for effortless servicing,
upgrades, and replacements without the need for
skilled labour – anyone can do it. This innovation
has played a major role in expanding our market
share and has helped us secure key partnerships,
including our global collaboration with Rentokil
Initial. It’s a unique selling point that continues to
set us apart in the industry,” stated Matt.
The Terra4 Docking Station ® is the first multi-dryer
Plug & Play ® platform, revolutionising hand dryer
technology with its innovative design and userfriendly
features. Boasting unmatched durability
and performance, once installed, the Terra4
Docking Station ® becomes a fit-and-forget product,
providing unrivalled convenience and reliability.
This platform allows any Plug & Play ® hand dryer
to be easily installed, upgraded, or replaced within
seconds, without the need for skilled labour.
What’s more, the Terra4 Docking Station ® is made
from materials known for their durability, rigidity,
abrasion resistance, and thermal dimensional
stability. Whether in a high-traffic washroom or a
demanding commercial environment, the Terra4
Docking Station ® and Plug & Play ® hand dryer will
deliver consistent, robust and reliable performance
day after day.
“The uniqueness of our Plug & Play ® Terra4 Docking
Station ® is a standout benefit – it offers unmatched
convenience, efficiency, and cost savings. Similarly,
our fragrance system is the only one on the market
that guarantees consistent and continuous fragrance
delivery for 30, 60, or 90 days. In a space where
many products are similar, these innovations provide
our customers with tangible advantages and have
been pivotal to our recent success,” added Matt.
The Terra 4 Docking Station® is compatible with
the Pebble Mini Entry Level Plug & Play®, Pebble+
Plug & Play that removes 99.9% of bacteria and
viruses, and the brand new for 2025 F4 Eco Plug &
Play. Watch out – the future of hand dryers is here!
With numerous achievements under its belt, Velair
Group remains driven to accomplish even more.
We asked Matt about the company’s short and
long-term goals.
“In the short term, our focus remains on delivering
exceptional service, technical support, and marketleading
products, supported by strong marketing
– core strengths we’ve maintained for over 14
years. Long term, we’re investing heavily in R&D
and innovation, with several exciting product
launches scheduled for this year and next. These
new offerings will further strengthen our market
position. Ultimately, our goal is to be the leading
company in the fragrance market, the number one
Ensuring sustainability remains a core part of the
business, Velair Group is proud to mark its fourth
consecutive year as a Planet Mark Certified business.
This is a fantastic achievement that reflects the
company’s commitment to sustainability and
reducing its environmental impact.
“Velair Group has achieved Planet Mark Certified
Year 4 – Business by reporting its measured carbon
emissions, reducing Scope 1, 2, and core Scope 3
emissions per employee (market-based) by 12.3%
compared to the previous reporting period, and by
committing to expand its measurement boundary
to achieve a full carbon footprint.”
“Sustainability is at the heart of our business, and
being recognised for our efforts to create positive
change means a great deal to us,” said Matt.
In closing, we asked matt how he felt receiving
this award on behalf of Velair Group and everyone
involved.
“As a company, we’ve never actively pursued
awards, so being named Hand Dryer Company of
the Year is truly special. Most of our recognition
has come via platforms like Trustpilot, where
we’ve received incredible feedback – particularly
around our service, which is a point of pride for us.
To be acknowledged for doing something we love
is a wonderful achievement and a testament to the
hard work and dedication of our team.”
“Everyone at Velair Group is passionate about
what we do – it takes a certain kind of person to
work here, someone who loves the business as
much as I do – and this award is for them. I’d like
to take this opportunity to thank the entire team for
their continued commitment.”
For more information, please see below:
T 01425 616103
hygiene@velairgroup.com
Velair Hygiene: Hand Dryer Supplier – Hand Dryer
Manufacturer | Velair
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Skin Protection Company of the Month
Bringing a new level of skin car
In this issue of Safety, Fire & Security
Journal, we are pleased to announce
PEVA UK as our Professional Skin
Protection Company of the Month
Established in October 2024 by Managing
Director, Rob Hand, its main headquarters in
Sheffield serves as the main operational hub
for its UK market presence.
“I joined the team as National Sales Manager
to help grow PEVA UK and bring our
products to more customers across the
country,” said Darren Isherwood.
“PEVA UK operates in the professional skin
protection industry, specialising in protective,
cleansing, and restorative skin care products
for industrial and professional use. As
National Sales Manager, I oversee our market
expansion and work closely with numerous
industries to understand their specific skin
protection needs.”
Primarily serving the manufacturing,
construction, and hospitality sectors, and
particularly for people who are exposed to
harsh chemicals, PEVA UK has a vast range
of professional skin protection products
including protective barrier creams, skin
cleansing products, restorative skincare
solutions, and a comprehensive range of
dispensing systems designed for industrial
environments.
PEVA UK’s versatile product range caters to
both professionals in industrial environments
and individual consumers, and are crafted
with strict adherence to Good Manufacturing
Practice standards in Velbert, Germany.
All products are rigorously tested by
the renowned dermatological institute
Dermatest, ensuring and confirming its
exceptional quality and reliability.
With a focus on industrial and consumer
needs, PEVA UK delivers tailored products
that address specific challenges more
effectively than generic alternatives offered
by competitors. To help reduce the number
of plastic particles in wastewater, all PEVA
UK products contain natural abrasives like
walnut shell and corn cob meal. There are
also fragrance-free and sensitive skin options
available to suit different skin types.
With PEVA UK dispenser systems you can
dispense skin protection, skin cleansing and
skincare products hygienically
and economically. Ideally
matched for trouble free
operation and economical
dosing, PEVA UK has
developed several dispenser
systems that pay particular
attention to user-friendliness
and durability.
“Using such products
shows our commitment to
environmental protection,
whilst offering competitive
pricing compared to
traditional solutions. Our
products provide superior
dirt removal compared
to foam soaps, which
often contain more air
than cleaning agents. The
foaming action occurs on
your hands rather than in the
dispenser, ensuring optimal
dirt emulsification and removal.
Our products significantly reduce
bacteria compared to foam soaps,
providing a more hygienic solution.
All products are manufactured
under GMP standards and validated by
independent dermatological reports,” added
Darren.
PEVA ONE comes as one dispenser
offering multiple opportunities. For this
dispenser systems, a complete range
of skin protection, skin cleansing and
skincare products is available. PEVA ONE
offers maximum hygiene thanks to bottles
with integrated dosing pumps which are
exchanged when the bottle is changed. Its
compact and small size makes this dispenser
suitable for both industrial and washroom
use (available in black or white).
PEVAMAT CARE & CLEAN is
a 1L dispenser system that is
available as either a manual
operation or touchless. Its
slick and timeless design
makes its attractive for both
industrial and washroom
use, and can be used with
the complete range offer by
PEVA UK (only available in
white).
PEVA UK aims to make
its skincare range as
sustainable as possible,
carefully selecting raw
materials that are purchased
as ‘mass balance’ quality
and therefore coming from
sustainable cultivation. We
asked Darren what makes
the company’s skin protection
system ideal for British industries,
and how does it address workplace
hazards.
“We are proud to introduce our
comprehensive skin protection
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e technology to Britain
Skin Protection Company of the Month
system to British industries, designed
to prevent workplace hazards through a
three-step approach. Our three-step skin
protection approach ensures professionals
maintain healthy skin even in challenging
working conditions, significantly reducing
the risk of occupational skin diseases
and related safety hazards. We have
comprehensive product information
packages available, including
detailed technical
specifications and usage
guidelines for each product
in our range. For specific
industry applications, we
can create customised
information packages
tailored to each sector’s
unique requirements.
Some of our most
popular products include:
PEVAPERM, a protective
barrier cream that creates
a shield against harsh
workplace conditions
before work, preventing
harmful substances
from penetrating the
skin’s surface. During
the workday, our
environmentally conscious
PEVAPLUS, PEVASTAR
SOFT, and PEVAFOAM
ECO cleansing products
effectively remove industrial
soils while being gentle on the
skin, maintaining the skin’s natural
protective barrier. Our PEVALIND
and PEVACARE UREA restorative care
products work overnight to accelerate
the skin’s natural regeneration process,
helping repair and strengthen the skin
barrier.”
PEVA UK’s Hero products offer
the best in skincare for manual
labour jobs with innovative
solutions designed to safeguard
skin health, especially at work.
Offering solutions for before,
during, and after work, PEVA
UK has a proven skin protection
plan for every worker.
Bringing 55 years of German
skincare expertise to British
professionals and consumers,
its product range is designed
to protect, cleanse, nurture
and heal skin effectively. The
company’s global reputation
for excellence in service and
reliability is now available to
UK customers, and Darren
explained PEVA UK’s first exciting new
partnership with the RSH Group.
“We’ve recently partnered with our first
key distributor, Sheffield-based Rubber
Safety and Hygiene (RSH Group). They’re
a fantastic fit for us as they’re already wellestablished
in supplying industrial products,
PPE, corporate clothing, and cleaning
supplies. This partnership will help us
expand our reach across British industries,
and we look forward to forming other
partnerships in the coming months.”
Rubber Safety Hygiene Ltd (RSH Group) is a
family run wholesale company
that was established in
Sheffield in 1990. As
a leading supplier of
industrial products, since
the beginning, RSH Group
has evolved from being a
Rubber Safety Hygiene to
a Group of industrial, PPE,
and janitorial companies. Its
latest acquisition with PEVA
UK has allowed the RSH
Group to also expand into
new areas of business.
Looking ahead, PEVA UK
is excited to continue
expanding and promoting
its brand presence
across the UK, and will
be attending two major
industry events this year.
“You can find us at the
Cleaning Show in March
at Stand J6, where
we’ll be showcasing our
innovative skin protection solutions
and connecting with industry
professionals. We’re particularly
looking forward to discussing exciting
distributor opportunities with potential
partners and engaging with leaders in
the field. Later in the year, we’ll also be
exhibiting at Automechanika at the NEC
Birmingham from 3rd to 5th
June,” said Darren.
If you are interested in
scheduling a product
demonstration or to see
product samples, please
contact Darren at: darren.
isherwood@pevauk.co.uk
Alternatively, you can
visit the website for more
comprehensive information
about PEVA UK’s products
and services, and learn how
its innovative skin protection
solutions can benefit your
workplace:
https://pevauk.co.uk
Or connect on socials:
www.instagram.com/peva.uk
www.linkedin.com/company/peva-uk
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Property & Site Management
Material Handling Operations
Made Safer with Combilift
When choosing material handling equipment
for your loads and facilities, making a wellconsidered
decision is crucial. You should
consider factors such as effective and efficient
handling, financial cost, and sustainability, but
safety should be your top priority.
With advancing technology, it’s essential to
stay updated with market developments to
ensure you’re not falling behind due to relying
on outdated material handling equipment or
machinery.
Irish forklift manufacturer Combilift has over
26 years of experience in the material handling
sector and is an expert in assisting businesses
in maximising the capacity of their facilities,
enhancing efficient operations and most
importantly, making them safer.
Combilift has a
dedicated team of
R&D engineers who
continuously work on
creating innovative
solutions for safe, spacesaving,
and efficient
handling of industrial
loads. Their commitment
to innovation is evident
from the multiple patents
they have acquired over
the years.
Multidirectional forklift models such as those
in the C-Series and CB range are designed to
travel sideways while handling long and bulky
loads, for example, timber panels or steel
beams. The sideways function eliminates the
need for overhead carrying while navigating
tight spaces, which significantly reduces the
risk of injury.
This in turn allows for much better and costeffective
use of all available space which is
one of a company’s most valuable assets. An
additional safety feature is that these forklifts
are built with a very low centre of gravity,
allowing for a low-to-the-ground movement
of the load. The C-series also includes an
integrated platform, providing a stable base for
resting loads during transportation.
Combilift pedestrian
stacker range, such
as the Combi-WR4
and the Combi-
CS are also ideal
for handling long
loads as well as
pallets. Equipped
with Combilift’s
unique, patented
tiller arm, these
models guarantee
maximum safety for
the operator and
other people in the vicinity. The tiller arm can
be turned to the left or right and allows the rear
wheel to be turned parallel to the chassis and
back again at the touch of a button.
This allows the operator to remain in the safest
position when working in narrow aisles – at
the side of the truck and not at the rear as with
other pedestrian stackers. This reduces the risk
of the operator becoming trapped between the
truck and the racking and ensures full visibility
of the load and the surrounding area.
Visit: https://combilift.com to discover
how Combilift can enhance the safety of
your material handling operations while
maximising your storage space.
T +353 (0)47 80500
info@combilift.com
https://combilift.com
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www.linkedin.com/company/combilift-ltd
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www.youtube.com/user/combilift
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Property & Site Management
First building inspector competency certification
scheme gains UKAS accreditation
The United Kingdom
Accreditation Service (UKAS)
has granted the UK’s first
accreditation of a building
inspector competency
scheme. The accreditation
has been awarded to the Building Safety
Competency Foundation (BSCF) for its Building
Control Inspector (BCI) competence certification
scheme. UKAS carried out its assessment of the
BCI competency certification scheme against the
internationally recognised ISO/IEC 17024 standard
(Conformity assessment: General requirements for
bodies operating certification of persons).
Successfully completing the BCI certification
scheme is one of the three prescribed registration
routes under the Building Safety Regulator’s (BSR)
A-SAFE marks 40 years
with Red Dot Award win
A-SAFE, the global leader
in advanced polymer safety
guardrails, barriers, and bollards,
has been recognised with an
esteemed Red Dot Award for
Product Design 2024 for its
Industry 4.0-ready, active racking
management product RackEye,
powered by its IoT safety and efficiency platform,
Conek. This recognition celebrates A-SAFE’s
remarkable journey of innovation, quality, and
industry leadership as the Elland-based company
celebrates 40 years in business.
James Smith, Co-CEO at A-SAFE, comments,
“As we celebrate 40 years at the forefront of
workplace safety, winning this Red Dot Award
really underpins our unwavering commitment to
excellence in manufacturing, R&D, and disruptive
innovation. We are dedicated to making A-SAFE
not just a great place to work, but a company that
delivers operational efficiency and productivity,
leading to a significant ROI for our
customers. I want to thank David
Edgar and his team for their hard
work on this project. They have
really made us proud.”
The Red Dot Award, established
in 1955, is recognised as one
of the most prestigious design competitions
globally. A-SAFE’s accolade in the ‘Industrial and
Manufacturing Equipment’ category underscores
the company’s excellence in safety technology.
The winning products Conek and RackEye, help
manage warehouse safety by detecting impacts to
racking and barrier systems. It provides real-time
alerts and powerful insights enabling preventative
action. Conek will be showcased alongside other
winning products at the Red Dot Museum, in
Essen, Germany, next year.
Contact
www.asafe.com
The health & safety benefits
of using CaberShield Eco
In the wettest of weather, building
can carry on, with the H&S
team reassured regarding slipresistance,
supported by the fact
that the boards are able to accept
heavy traffic on a busy site without
the level of grip deteriorating.
Contractors can reduce the risks
of slips and falls, while ensuring high technical
performance, by selecting the upgraded version of
a popular flooring product from the range of West
Fraser, the leading UK manufacturer of engineered
wood-based panel products.
Able to withstand the vagaries of the British
climate, as well as being immune to the spills of
plaster or mortar that inevitably occur on site,
CaberShield Eco boasts all of the inherent qualities
of CaberFloor P5, as well as representing the latest
sustainable solution for creating high specification,
weather-resistant floor installations. The new
new Building Inspector
Competency Framework
(BICoF). The Building Safety
Act 2022 makes BICoF
registration mandatory for all
classes of building inspector,
working in both the public and private sectors, in all
types of buildings across England and Wales.
Whilst the BICoF does not provide an exhaustive
list of competency criteria, assessments under the
BCI certification scheme include a review of the
relevant qualifications, knowledge and experience
academic/technical qualifications, as appropriate
to each inspector’s role. Continuous professional
development is another important aspect, as
building inspectors must be reassessed every four
years in order to maintain their BICoF registration.
portfolio ensures safety for
carpenters and other trades,
especially when working at height
– either during installation as a
temporarily exposed floor area, or
as a purpose built deck/platform.
As West Fraser describes it to the
industry, these new waterproof
panels ensure that contractors can “keep building
even with the roof off.” In fact, the manufacturer
now promises an extended 60 days’ durability
for CaberShield Eco if correctly fixed using the
recommended adhesive. So, in the wettest of
weather, building can carry on, with the H&S team
reassured regarding slip-resistance, supported by
the fact that the boards are able to accept heavy
traffic on a busy site without the level of grip
deteriorating.
For further information, call 01786 812921 or
visit: http://uk.westfraser.com
Highlighting the potential significance of this
accreditation, Lorna Stimpson, CEO of BSCF, said,
“The BCI certification scheme rigorously evaluates
the competence of building control professionals
across all inspecting roles and specialisms. In
addition to helping building inspectors meet
mandatory BSR registration requirements, the BCI
certification scheme aims to raise standards of
technical competence throughout the industry.
“UKAS accreditation provides a valuable additional
layer of independent scrutiny to the process,
further enhancing the BCI competency certification
scheme’s reputation & its potential to restore faith
in the industry’s ability to deliver safer buildings.”
www.ukas.com
www.thebscf.org
New HomeHub
Vericon Systems, a leading manufacturer of remote
technologies to manage and control essential
building services, has launched HomeHub, a
sophisticated in-property device that has been
specifically developed to help Housing Associations
and property managers monitor and manage their
resident’s living environment.
HomeHub, with its intuitive user-friendly
touchscreen, provides real-time visibility into
environmental conditions within a property, such as
humidity levels and alerting residents to potential
issues such as damp and mould, by assessing the
risk in each room every five minutes rather than
providing a general view over a 24 hour period.
Thanks to its intelligent machine learning, the
HomeHub system ‘learns’ the property’s unique
heating characteristics, enabling it to accurately
calculate the time needed to achieve the desired
temperature. This data can also help landlords and
property managers better identify properties with
inefficient heating systems or inadequate insulation,
providing valuable insights for optimisation and
improvement.
HomeHub enables direct communication between
landlords and residents, including proactive
communication with residents, available in multiple
languages, to address concerns or when an issue
occurs, with regular updates to provide tenants
with reassurance that the relevant parties are
working to resolve the issue.
In the event of maintenance or repair works being
required, the device’s Track My Repair feature
enables residents to follow their case with a simple
flow chart that updates once each milestone is
reached with detailed notes and information, and a
full audit log for both residents and landlords.
T 01242 582555
hello@vericonsystems.com
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Property & Site Management
Scotland’s leading modern
university introduces
step-free access in its
cyberQuarter building
Abertay University, recently ranked as a top
modern university in the National Student Survey,
is setting an exemplary standard in terms of
accessibility by introducing step-free access across
all five floors of the cyberQuarter building, thanks
to Stannah lifts.
This lift retrofit and installation was awarded to
Stannah, who secured first place in the APUC
framework. This process allows the university to
award contracts without the need for a tendering
process, streamlining the project and ensuring topquality
work from a trusted provider.
Located in Scotland, the university formerly
known as the University of Abertay Dundee blends
traditional and contemporary design, with the
old college dating back to 1888. The university is
home to Abertay’s cyberQuarter, a cutting-edge
£18m cybersecurity research and development
centre. This state-of-the-art facility brings together
students, academics, and
organisations to collaboratively
address global cybersecurity
challenges.
The works
The existing lift in the building had
become increasingly unreliable,
with frequent breakdowns and
maintenance issues that disrupted
operations. This highlighted the
need for a modernised lift system
that could ensure consistent
performance and compliance with
current safety standards.
After a thorough evaluation by
Stannah, it was clear that the best
solution was to completely replace the old lift with
a new, Stannah Machine Room-Less (MRL) traction
lift. This type of lift not only meets all necessary
safety standards but also provides enhanced
efficiency and reliability, making it an ideal choice
for the university.
Stannah was responsible for the entire design
process of the new lift, ensuring it was tailored
to the building specifications and client’s needs.
They also managed all on-site works, overseeing
the removal of the old lift and the installation of the
new MRL traction lift.
The challenge
This project involved the complex task of removing
the existing and installing a new lift system while
the building remained a live teaching environment.
One of the primary challenges was ensuring the
safety of all visitors throughout the construction
process. This included keeping corridors clear and
free from obstructions, implementing rigorous
safety protocols, and maintaining minimal noise
levels to avoid disrupting classes. To address these
concerns, Stannah adhered to CDM (Construction
Design and Management) regulations.
Due to the fact that this was a live building site,
the project was completed on a strict three-month
schedule. During construction, step-free access
was available via the café lift.
An additional challenge was the removal of the
existing MRL lift to make space for the new system.
Stannah designed the new lift installation to match
the dimensions of the existing lift shaft, thereby
eliminating the need for additional structural work.
Only cosmetic decoration was needed around the
new landing doors.
Balancing construction activities with the daily
operations of the building
required meticulous planning
and coordination, showcasing
Stannah’s commitment to creating
a safe environment despite the
challenges.
The solution
With support and guidance from
Stannah, an MRL lift was selected
due to it being one of the fastest
and most efficient lift systems
available, providing a reliable
solution for students, teachers,
and visitors.
The 8-person lift features modern
controls with buttons set at
heights accessible for wheelchair users. This
630kg capacity traction MRL lift is equipped with a
gearless variable voltage drive, meeting EN81-
20/50 standards.
Requiring minimal space both inside and outside
the shaft, this type of lift is ideal for most building
applications. Its highly flexible design allows it to
fit into existing lift shafts of any size, making it the
perfect choice for this project.
The result
Enhancing accessibility and efficient operation
of the lift was an important factor at Abertay
University’s cyberQuarter building. Now, the new,
reliable lift supports the needs of the users by
providing full step-free access.
The new MRL lift meets all open protocol and
design requirements set by the client. The design
complements the university’s aesthetic, while
ensuring
enhanced
performance
and
reliability. The stainless-steel lift showcases a
modern car interior, featuring artificial granite and
user-friendly elements such as digital displays,
enhancing accessibility for all users. The client
chose options for the lift car interior from Stannah’s
brochure, including selections for the walls, ceiling,
flooring, and car operating panel.
An open protocol lift system means that customers
are not tied to Stannah for maintenance and repair.
The cyberQuarter building, which can
accommodate up to 500 people, will necessitate
daily use of the new lift. It will provide step-free
access for all users, including wheelchair users and
those with reduced mobility.
All Stannah lifts are certified according to the Lifts
Regulations 2016 (2016 No. 1093).
Customer feedback
Bob Cochran, Project Manager from Stannah,
said, “Enhancing accessibility and transforming lift
operations were the primary goals of this project.
Prioritising health and safety, along with effective
communication, was crucial as we worked in a live
environment. As a result, the lift replacement was
a great success, with completion occurring just 12
weeks after starting on-site.”
Leigh Black, Estates Project and Design Manager
for Abertay, said, “We’re thrilled with the lift
solution provided by Stannah. The new lift is a
perfect fit for our cyberQuarter building providing
a smooth and accessible experience for everyone.
The installation process was seamless and it’s been
great working with the Stannah team who used
their lift expertise to overcome any challenges.”
www.stannahlifts.co.uk
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Driver Safety
CheckedSafe: Revolutionising
compliance & safety in the
building and facilities industry
Multi-award-winning CheckedSafe offers a range of
health and safety solutions tailored for the building
and facilities industries.
CheckedSafe is unique in the fact that its
software was developed to provide simple and
inexpensive compliance solutions that can be
tailored to any industry. Combining a dedicated
team of developers and client account managers,
CheckedSafe provide comprehensive compliance
services across several platforms, including
commercial and plant hire vehicles, complete
fleets, and vehicles in the utilities sector.
CheckedSafe is a trusted
partner of several wellknown
brands, including
Enterprise, HITACHI,
QBE, and Northgate. The
company was founded by
Gary Hawthorne and Darran
Harris, both of whom bring
extensive expertise to the
industry. Darran specialises
in litigation, compliance, and
road traffic incidents, while Gary holds multiple
prestigious credentials, including Fellow status with
the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport,
the Society of Engineers, and the Institute of Road
Traffic Engineers. He is also a Commercial Mediator
and a DVSA Accredited Earned Recognition
Auditor.
Its primary offering is a paperless compliance
system that facilitates efficient defect reporting
and fleet maintenance. This innovative software is
also compliant with the DVSA Earned Recognition
scheme, enabling you to prove with ease that your
vehicles, drivers, and operations meet all necessary
standards, thus reducing the likelihood of your
vehicles being stopped for roadside inspections.
From the office, managers
can monitor user activity,
view comprehensive
maintenance reports in real
time, identify outstanding
tasks and vehicle defects,
and schedule services to
remain fully compliant. Comprehensive reports
include all details relating to checks and their
outcomes, including historical checks, and the
system is completely secure as all data is sealed
from editing, providing an end-to-end detailed audit
trail. What’s more, with the innovative scheduling
system, you have full visibility over the status of
your vehicles, enabling servicing and maintenance
to be scheduled accordingly, allowing you to
digitalise your wall planners.
This software is suitable for checks on HGV
walkarounds, daily van checks, vehicle pre use,
FORS, plant & equipment, and forklifts, and can
be tailored to create a template for ANY piece of
equipment you might have.
For the drivers, a brand-new app – GB Domestic
Hours, is a completely digitised upgrade to the paper
log books, allowing drivers to record and manage
their drivers’ hours directly from their smartphone.
CheckedSafe is the only UK company to develop and
launch the GB Domestic Hours app, bringing marketfirst
technology to UK vehicle fleets. CheckedSafe’s
portfolio of compliance tools – that includes the
much-celebrated Driver Licencing Checks, priced
at an unbelievable £1.60 per check and Fleet
Management Software – enables fleet managers to
efficiently oversee fleets of any size fully digitally –
eliminating the need for cumbersome paperwork.
In addition to vehicle compliance, CheckedSafe
provides a Lone Worker App designed to enhance
the safety of employees working alone. This app
allows lone workers to log their location and
complete risk assessments, ensuring employers
can monitor their safety effectively.
Ideal for those who work outside of normal working
hours, are remote from a central office, or even
for those who are not in frequent contact with
their employer, the CheckedSafe Lone Worker App
and monitoring suite is the number one App for
employers to ensure the safety of their employees.
Offering a completely customisable experience, the
system boasts an extensive library of DVSA, HSE,
Puwer, Loler, and UK Border Force check templates,
all of which can be tailored to suit the specific
requirements of your business. What’s more, if
a driver has no signal, defects can be conducted
from anywhere at any time. This is because all
failed vehicle compliance checks will automatically
generate a report which is stored in CheckedSafe’s
secure CMS, ready for further analysis.
Gary Hawthorne, Director & Co-Founder mentioned,
“Fleet managers can now oversee any size fleet with
mobile phones, rather than copious amounts of
paperwork (a laptop is useful to interrogate the data).
There is no need to store huge boxes of reports, plus
it’s all in real-time so any defects/issues can be resolved
quickly, reducing overall long-term costs and reducing
downtime as better repair planning can be achieved.”
All of this can be achieved for just £1 per vehicle
per week. Just think, how much more efficient
your business could be if your employees could
carry out customised vehicle checklists via a
downloadable app – even when drivers are off-grid!
To find out more about CheckedSafe or to access
the 30-day free trial, please contact below:
T 01282 908429
info@checkedsafe.com
https://www.checkedsafe.com
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Perimeter Security
FBS Hörmann Perimeter Protection
secures business park
The specialist Perimeter Protection division of
FBS Hörmann have recently completed a project
to help secure a business park in Guildford,
fitting a range of high security gates and fencing.
The business park, which is home to various
businesses and warehousing facilities, had
been suffering from anti-social behaviour and
increasing criminal activity during out of hours
and were looking for a more robust and longlasting
solution to their problems.
two automated FBS6000 high security swing
gates, GMS intercom entry for out of hours
access, auto exit, and a new pedestrian gate.
The secondary entrance has seen the existing
rising barrier replaced with a robust cantilevered
sliding gate and a pedestrian gate. A total of
86m of security fencing has also secured the
perimeter. The gates and fencing have all been
finished in RAL 6005 Moss green to blend with
the semi-rural location of the site.
FBS Hörmann were able to provide a full-service
solution from initial consultation, surveying,
product specification and installation through
to the final sign off, together with coordinating
with other security contractors working on the
project. The project also fell under Construction
Design Management where FBSH Hormann
acted as principal
contractor for the
whole project,
managing other
security contractors
throughout the
project.
Existing security at
the site was fairly
light, with very little
fencing. Replacing
rising bollards, the
primary entrance
to the site has now
been fitted with
The FBS Hormann team completed the
installation in under 4 weeks, with the project
including all of the necessary civil works for the
gate and fencing installation. The company also
worked with a specialist security CCTV company
to provide civil engineering needs for a number
of CCTV towers situated throughout the site.
Commenting on
the installation,
Thomas Kirk, Head of
Perimeter Protection
at FBS Hörmann,
stated, “The owners
and facilities
management of this
site asked us to look
at upgrading security
during a pre-planned
maintenance visit
made by one of our
service engineers.
Our technical
sales team then attended to discuss the site’s
requirements and problems they were having
with the current equipment in place, we then
specified the exact products needed to meet the
site’s requirements.
“Having access to a wide range of Perimeter
systems, including bollards, barriers, gates,
and fencing, meant we were able to specify a
solution to meet their very specific requirements.
We were also able to offer the assurance that all
of the installation team were fully trained and
qualified, and employed by FBS Hörmann.
“This project has been a great success,
illustrating how our teams and disciplines work
together to ensure deadlines and customer
satisfaction was upheld throughout the project.
Well done, team!”
For more on FBS Hörmann, please visit: www.
fen-bayservices.co.uk or call 01529 413374.
Game, set, match: Jacksons Fencing serves security
at West Beach Tennis Courts
Jacksons Fencing successfully supplied and
installed its state-of-the-art EuroGuard ® Rebound
sports mesh fencing at West Beach Tennis Courts
in Whitstable, Kent. In partnership with LTA Tennis
Foundation, this installation marks a key milestone
in Canterbury City Council’s initiative to upgrade
local sports infrastructure while reinforcing
Jacksons Fencing’s reputation as a leader in
high-quality, long-lasting fencing solutions for all
applications including sports and recreation.
Addressing security and durability challenges
The key challenges for the fencing were multifaceted.
First, security was a priority. The courts
needed to be securely enclosed to prevent
unauthorised access and vandalism, yet the
boundary needed to remain welcoming and
accessible to the public.
Durability was another major consideration,
especially given the coastal environment, where
salty sea air and strong winds could quickly
degrade materials that weren’t up to standard. The
fencing had to withstand harsh weather conditions
while maintaining its integrity and appearance
over time.
A tailored fencing solution
Understanding the unique demands of the
project, Jacksons Fencing supplied and installed
EuroGuard ® Rebound sports mesh fencing, an
advanced system engineered specifically for
sports facilities. Constructed from galvanised
steel mesh and finished with a marine-grade
polyester powder coating in green RAL 6005, the
fencing provides superior resistance to corrosion,
ensuring longevity in the harsh seaside climate.
Its innovative mesh configuration allows for
excellent ball rebound, minimising disruptions
during play while maintaining clear visibility of the
surrounding landscape.
www.jacksons-fencing.co.uk
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Abloy UK’s eCLIQ achieves
UK Gold standard for
Retrofit PAS24 Doorsets
Abloy UK is proud to announce its eCLIQ Electronic Key/Cylinder Locking
System has achieved Gold standard certification in both SS504:2024 Smart
Locks for Domestic and Similar Building and SS312:2024 Cylinders for Locks
from Sold Secure, making eCLIQ the only mechatronic cylinder platform to
receive the prestigious Secure Connected Device accreditation from Secured
by Design (SBD).
The eCLIQ system offers programmable keys and secure locking cylinders
that are tailored for environments such as universities, schools,
hospitals, and accommodations. Designed to replace traditional master
key systems, eCLIQ delivers both security and flexibility to its users.
The SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation, developed in
consultation with the Department for Science, Innovation
and Technology (DSIT), enables companies to
assess products against all 13 provisions
of the ETSI EN 303 645 standard. This
certification not only demonstrates
compliance with legislation but also
safeguards products and customers against
evolving cyber needs.
With the rise of consumer IoT products,
including safety-relevant devices like door
locks, home automation systems, and smart home assistants, ensuring
robust security measures is paramount.
Compliance with the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure
Act 2022 (PSTIA 2022) is also critical, highlighting the critical need for
businesses to ensure adherence to its provisions.
For more on products and services available from Abloy UK, call 01902
364500 or visit: https://bit.ly/3RsZcUP or email: info@abloy.co.uk
Bull Products’ safety
solution displayed at
Fire Safety Live North
Bull Products, a trusted and
renowned leading provider
of temporary fire, safety and
access control solutions for
the construction industry
and other applications
exhibited at Fire Safety Live
North. The event took place
from 22nd–23rd January at
Manchester Central at stand
FC30, where Bull Products
showcased its temporary
fire solutions and innovative
wireless workforce
management and access
control solution, SITEGATE.
The Bull Products team were on
hand to discuss the company’s
innovative new product launch
SITEGATE, a cloud-based workforce
management and access control
system that includes turnstiles for
controlled site access. The SITEGATE
Turnstiles provide seamless, secure
entry for visitors, workers, and
vehicles, integrating effortlessly
with the SITEGATE online platform.
This cloud-based system is built
on three core modules: Workforce
Management, Online Induction, and
Delivery Management, offering realtime
data to enhance site security,
improve operations, and optimise
both time and cost efficiencies.
Fully wireless and compatible
with Bull Products’ SITENET and
SITEPROTECT ranges of wireless
fire detection and alarm systems,
SITEGATE is the perfect solution
for construction and development
sites of any size. Introducing
SITEGATE to its product portfolio
provides Bull Products’ customers
with one partner for fire and access
control, simplifying the process for
customers.
For more information, please visit:
www.bullproducts.co.uk
Gates for added
protection
For homeowners or businesses
looking to improve security, installing
a gate is a step in the right direction.
Gates are an important deterrent
in residential and business areas
against opportunistic burglary or
even vandalism, making homes and
properties less of a target for criminals.
Building Security
Castle Gates & Automation is a leading
bespoke gate installation company,
from wooden, metal to metal frames
gates clad in wood or composite, with many other options available. The
company is based in Great Gaddesden, Hertfordshire and can offer modern
upgrading of existing gates, through to installations of bespoke, new
designs. With an extensive portfolio, customers can choose from manual and
automated gate options, with a further choice of above-ground, or concealed
underground automated gate motors. For level driveways, homeowners can
opt for sliding gates, if preferred.
For additional ease and convenience, each gate automation has a remotecontrol
fob access, with keyboard entry systems or audio/video systems
optionally available for added security measures. Intercoms have become
standardised now with many homes and businesses around the country and
Castle Gates & Automation can supply GSM Audio Intercoms, GSM Video
Intercoms, Wired Audio Intercoms and Wired Video Intercoms.
Installing state-of-the-art CCTV gives optimised security, day and night and
when you’re not at home or on holiday. Castle Gates & Automation provides
an extensive range of cameras including: short and long range, through to
wide-angles, so your whole property is always expertly covered.
Enquire today to find your perfect gate:
T 01442 253341
enquiries@castlegatesandautomation.co.uk
www.castlegatesandautomation.co.uk
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions
receives Excellence in Quality
commendation at VINCI Facilities
Supply Chain awards
ASSA ABLOY
Opening
Solutions UK
& Ireland is
honoured to
have been highly
commended in
the Excellence in
Quality category
at the VINCI
Facilities Supply
Chain Awards,
recognising
its exceptional
door service,
maintenance, and
repair provision
at the iconic
London Stadium.
This prestigious
award celebrates
suppliers who
‘showcase
their excellence in quality and
performance, delivering right first
time every time.’ The commendation
was particularly meaningful as
it coincided with World Quality
Week, reinforcing ASSA ABLOY’s
unwavering commitment to quality.
Situated in Queen Elizabeth Olympic
Photo caption L-R: Kieron
O’Leary – Account Director
(VINCI), Jade Healey –
Administrator (ASSA ABLOY
Opening Solutions), Diane
Oakley – Key Account
Manager (ASSA ABLOY
Opening Solutions),
Joel Adu – Commercial
Assistant (VINCI) & Matt
King – Operations Manager –
Government East (VINCI)
Park, London
Stadium is a
multi-purpose
outdoor venue.
ASSA ABLOY
Opening Solutions
is responsible for
the maintenance
of 575 personnel
doors and 71
roller shutter
doors, ensuring
their functionality
and safety in a
high-pressure,
live-event
environment.
The company
delivers routine
maintenance twice
a year, supplies
replacement
doors as required,
and provides emergency call-out
support to minimise disruptions that
could impact live events.
To learn more about
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions
and the range of products and
services it provides, please go to:
https://www.assaabloy.com/uk/en
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