1000 Projects
We’ve had an exciting journey since our inception in 2002! Join us in our celebration of 1000 projects and see our history below.
Innovative Smoke Ventilation Design!
Employing their fire engineering expertise, Gerard Sheridan and Andy Riley design an innovative 0.5m² mechanical smoke ventilation system
2002
FDS Contracting is founded
FDS Contracting (UK) Ltd. Is founded by Gerard Sheridan and Andy Riley to provide installation and contracting services for their new 0.5m/2 mechanical smoke ventilation system. The company provides natural, mechanical and car park ventilation design, supply, installation and maintenance services.
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2002
The London Office Opens
FDS opens their first office in London
2003
First Smoke Ventilation Project!
Paddington Walk – FDS commences work on their first smoke ventilation project.
The Company Grows…
FDS experiences rapid growth and the number of employees increases to 30
2006
The Greenhithe Office Opens
Opens office in Greenhithe, Kent which becomes the head office for the company
2007
J. Haffenden – United House
“FDS have been extremely helpful with all aspects of the construction process pre-construction and post, bringing value and buildability to the process.”
Residential Sprinkler systems launch
FDS launches residential sprinkler systems design and installation.
A new Managing Director
Managing Director, Nick Waterfield, joined the company
2011
Fire Excellence Awards 2011 winner
Best installation company – active fire protection.
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2011
KEY PROJECT
Olympic Park Athletes Village.
FDS Contracting (FDS) was called upon to apply its smoke ventilation design and installation experience on the prestigious site of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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2012
Hat trick of construction industry award finalists including:
- Winner! CN Specialist Awards 2013 – Fire Protection Specialist of the Year
- BCIA Awards 2013 – shortlisted for Independent Systems Installer of the Year category
- Building Magazine Awards 2013 – shortlisted for Specialist Contractor of the Year category
2013
1,000 Projects!
Appointed to 1000th project!
2015
2015
Company Grows to 40 Employees!
2015
Work with FDS Contracting
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