Fire Safety System Service & Maintenance

A Fire Safety System plays a vital role in protecting a building’s occupants. However, while the correct specification and installation of a system is paramount, ensuring that it is correctly serviced and maintained throughout its life is of equal importance. For instance, if a Smoke Ventilation system is not working at full efficiency – or […]

A Renewed Sense of Purpose – Fire Safety System Considerations for Change of Use

Given the savings offered by working with an existing superstructure rather than building from scratch, it’s no surprise that refurbishment and change of use projects  are commonplace. This is especially true in heavily developed areas such as cities and town centres, where available land is at a premium (when it’s available at all), and converting […]

Fire Safety System Maintenance – Involving the Experts

After a project’s initial build or refurbishment is over, the main deciding factor in a fire safety system’s ongoing effective operation is how well it is maintained, so it makes sense to have this carried out by experienced experts. Beyond merely being a ‘tick-box’ exercise, the maintenance and routine servicing of fire safety systems safeguards […]

Updated Sprinkler Specification Document Offers Guidance for Residential Projects

In many residential developments, sprinkler systems are essential, greatly reducing the chances of fatalities in the event of a fire, while also reducing injuries and controlling a fire’s size, limiting property damage. That’s why Approved Document B 2007 (ADB) introduced the requirement for sprinklers in residential apartment buildings with floors 30 metres above ground level. […]

FDS Opens Its Doors to Students

As you might already be aware, FDS Group – FDS Contracting (FDS) and our sister company, FDS Consult – has proudly partnered with Construction United, an initiative that aims to improve public perceptions of the construction industry. Throughout this year, Construction United has been focusing on three main objectives, two of which include improving the […]

Internal Promotions and New Starters

Since our inception in 2002, FDS has become an award-winning smoke ventilation contractor, working on some of the country’s most high-profile residential and commercial projects. We wouldn’t have got to where we are today without the support of our staff. The backbone of our success, our team are some of the most talented in their […]

FDS Awarded Company of the Year Accolade

After another successful year here at FDS Contracting, our team’s hard work has been recognised by Building and Facilities News –  a leading publication within the construction industry – having been awarded the Fire Engineering Solution Provider of the Year. With a string of prestigious projects under our belt, including Langham Square, Royal Gateway, The […]

FDS Group Partners with Construction United to Improve Image of Construction

As part of its efforts to tackle key industry issues, the FDS Group is pleased to announce that it is now an official partner of Construction United, a leading initiative aimed at improving public perceptions of the sector. Consisting of award-winning smoke ventilation contractors FDS Contracting, and leading experts in fire engineering FDS Consult, the […]