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Free Certification cpd: mist and sprinkler systems

Fire regulations can often overlap and aren’t always the easiest to navigate. Certification is intended to make that process simpler, but there are so many forms of certification that it can often make things even less clear. How do you cut through the weeds to procure a reliable system? How do you know that it […]

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Case Study: Sprinklers in a Scottish apartment block

All apartment blocks in Scotland need sprinkler systems. Read how we helped a small conversion, near the Highlands, get their water supplies approved. The email to Building Warrant Hi {redacted} The Scottish Technical Standards refer to a now withdrawn standard: BS 9251: 2014. BS 9251: 2014 is no longer an acceptable standard to work to.

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Mechanical Documentation: 3 key Document Profiles

Sprinkler systems aren’t the only mechanical services in buildings today. Make sure you send the right mechanical documentation to your sprinkler installer allows them to coordinate. Why do construction projects need mechanical documents? Mechanical documents in construction are essential because they provide detailed information on the mechanical systems that are integral to a building’s functionality,

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Architectural drawings: 3 key documents

What exactly are sprinkler installers referring to when they ask for architectural drawings? Read our quick start guide here. What are architectural drawings? Architectural drawings are technical illustrations that represent a building’s design, layout, and specifications, serving as a visual blueprint for construction. These drawings are essential for translating design concepts into physical structures, guiding

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How is the new 11m trigger for residential sprinklers working out?

An expanded version of our article on sprinkler and mist requirements under the different Building Regulations across the UK, as featured in UK Fire Magazine. What is the 11m trigger and why was it introduced? The commercial market has always overshadowed the residential market for sprinklers, despite the reflective real estate markets being the other

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