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 The email to Building Warrant Hi {redacted} The Scottish Technical Standards refer to a now withdrawn standard: BS 9251: 2014.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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Getting to build your own house can be a dream come true, but it can also be a daunting task. Fortunately, there’s plenty of guidance available. How reliable are online guides? The reliability of online guides available to you as you build your own house varies based on the source, but gone are the days
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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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Construction projects are becoming increasingly complex. How do you make sure that the right technical documentation reaches your sprinkler installer? What is technical documentation? Technical documentation in construction is a collection of detailed information and specifications that describe how a construction project should be built, maintained, and managed. This documentation is essential for ensuring that
Are you looking at getting sprinklers installed but you aren’t sure on what tank size to expect? Use our free sprinkler tank calculator as a guide. Please be aware that this is an estimation tool only. Confirmed sizes can only be given following a detailed assessment of the project. For more information on the steps
Fire suppression is always evolving and highly technical. Even specialist engineers are still learning. Make things clearer with our sprinkler glossary. Why read the Sprinkler Glossary? Sprinkler systems are cropping up more often and on smaller developments across the UK. This can cause a lot of teething pains for residential developers, particularly those with a
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
A mains fed system means a sprinkler system without a pump and tank – but how do you know that your supply is good enough? What is a mains fed sprinkler system? A mains fed system, also often called a direct feed system, is a sprinkler system which doesn’t need a pump and a tank.
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What is pre-tender information? Pre-tender information in the context of construction refers to the documentation and details provided to potential bidders before the formal tender process begins. It should not be confused with pre-construction information (please see our article on pre-construction information to better understand the differences). This information is crucial for ensuring that bidders
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Your time is valuable, so why do some installers insist on site visits for pre-construction information which you already have prepared? What is a pre-construction survey and pre-construction information? The pre-construction survey is crucial in identifying what pre-construction information is available and required. Pre-construction information is defined under Regulation 2 of the Construction (Design and
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