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Working fire doors are a requirement of fire safety but what differentiates them from regular doors? Kirk Smith, national account manager at Allegion UK, considers the technical requirements for fire rating.

A new retrofit solution uses in-wheel motor (IWM) technology to make existing diesel vans electric or allow their operation as hybrid diesel-electric vehicles.

An HP survey of construction workers in the US, UK and Germany has found little progress in addressing reportedly sluggish levels of productivity.

The UK's Government Property Agency has selected Mitie to deliver a new five-year facilities management contract covering covers 19 sites across the GPA's Central Region including its flagship Birmingham Hub, following a competitive tender process via the Crown Commercial Services Facilit

Kizzy Augustin, Partner at Mishcon de Reya LLP, comments on media reports of several theatres shutting their doors over fears of finding Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RA

Nominations are invited for 'Tomorrow Meets Today', an exclusive networking evening focused on promoting diversity and creating unique opportunities for future leaders in FM to meet inspirational current leaders.

Datapath and LED display provider Watchfire are enhancing the immersive experience for visitors to Major League Baseball team, the Houston Astros; Minute Maid Park stadium.

European EV charging company Mer is assisting The Automobile Association as it decarbonises its business.

Iwona Hovenko, real estate analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, comments on the latest UK house price data from Nationwide.

Allied Telesis, a global leader in connectivity solutions and intelligent networking tools, is pleased to introduce the IE220 Series of industrial-grade switches -

The UK's first provider of peer-to-peer (P2P) energy has welcomed Premiere Kitchens to its growing trading platform.

Facilities management is an ever-evolving sector, with changes ranging from new roles and business practices to disruptive technologies. On top of these are industry trends that call for the inc

A partnership between Fulham Football Club and paint manufacturer Graphenstone UK will apply carbon-saving coatings at the transformative development of Fulham Pier.

The British Cleaning Council (BCC) has elected a new Chair and Deputy Chair at its recent Annual General Meeting.

Is your home or home office in need of a revamp? Perhaps you have outgrown the colour scheme and style of your home and fancy something new. If you want to freshen up the look of your home, but you're unsure where to start, take a look at the following tips we've listed to help you get starte

Made Smarter, the UK government-backed programme helping SME manufacturers in the furniture industry adopt technology, has launched a whitepaper on decarbonisation.

As the planet faces an escalating global environmental crisis, industries, including the construction sector, are striving to contribute to a greener and more sustainable future. When embarking on your next construction project, it is crucial to seek contractors who possess expertise and expe

In advance of London Climate Action Week (LCAW), Paul Wrighton, Director of Sustainable Infrastructure for the UK and Ireland at Johnson Controls, says harnessing the diversity of the capital's buildings, technology, financing and upskilling local communities ar

Whilst the UK's regulatory landscape for asbestos remains largely unchanged, the European Parliament is discussing lower concentrations of airborne fibres. The SOCOTEC Group considers how technology can support this ambition.

The hit to UK homebuyer confidence from upheavals in the mortgage market is likely to drag on house prices during the second half of 2023 as the pool of available buyers shrinks with some homeowners deciding to sell, leading commentators tell Facilities Management Magazine.