Malcolm Moss, President of ADCAS explains why competence in ductwork installation is more critical than ever – and how a new toolkit can help raise standards. The building engineering services sector is under increasing pressure to demonstrate competence across all…
David Mowatt, Chairman of the Smoke Control Association (SCA), offers guidance on maintaining these life safety systems and examines the wider framework shaping smoke control system maintenance today. In the event of a fire, smoke often presents the most immediate…
Ian Palmer, Head of UK Specification at Airflow Developments Ltd highlights why air quality and acoustic considerations in education buildings are key to better learning environments. As schools, colleges and universities upgrade or refurbish their buildings, ventilation has become a…
The ventilation industry plays a critical role in maintaining safe, healthy environments in buildings. Gary Nicholls, MD and founder of Swiftclean and Swift Fire Compliance – and co-author of both TR19 Air and TR19 Grease and their predecessors – says…
Dave Rhodes, Technical Manager at Albion Valves (UK), delves into critical factors for successful application of PRVs – particularly in high-rise applications. Pressure Reducing Valves (PRVs) play a critical role in addressing pressure management in modern plumbing systems, especially in…
Phillip Handley, Country Manager for Walraven highlights the key material and lifecycle considerations for sustainable M&E support systems As the building services industry intensifies its focus on net zero targets and circular economy principles, mechanical and electrical (M&E) contractors are…
Josh Collins, Heat Network Manager for Altecnic explains why BESA’s HIU Test Regime is supporting better performance for the low-carbon heat networks of the future. The UK’s transition to low-carbon heat networks is about scale and quality. With over 50,000…
Peter Wolff, Global Manager Ecosystems & Performance Upgrades for Armstrong Fluid Technology explains why we need a big picture approach to system performance. The HVAC sector has long since transitioned from fixed-speed operation to variable-speed control and is now entering…
BCIA President Stacey Lucas assesses the critical importance of BEMS and discusses the findings of the association’s new technical white paper. Despite rising average global temperatures, ever-more stringent building and sustainability standards and the UK’s net zero target of 2050,…
2025 was challenging for the UK’s fledgling building safety regime, but towards the end of the year there were signs that things should be better in 2026, says Rachel Davidson, Director of Specialist Knowledge at the Building Engineering Services Association…
Ewen Rose, BESA Communications Consultant highlights the critical importance of ventilation for occupant health as the industry calls for higher standards and clearer guidance for healthy indoor environments Healthcare professionals need to be better informed about the lifesaving impact of…
Stephen Benton of BRA explains two important regulations and highlights factors to consider during design and installation of pressure systems to help achieve compliance. The EU Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)is one of many EU directives. They lay down basic rules…
