The FDS Contracting News offer updates on recent legislation, look at the benefits or routine preventative maintenance and hopefully provides some value for building managers looking to maximise safety within their premises.
Strengthening Our Commitment to Competence, Compliance and Building Safety FDS Group is proud to announce another significant milestone in our commitment to delivering the highest standards of fire and life
FDS Contracting is pleased to congratulate Weston Homes after its Town Quay development was awarded the NHBC Pride in the Job Quality Award for 2026. The NHBC Pride in the
We are pleased to confirm that FDS Contracting has supported another client in securing Gateway 2 approval – this time for the Bromley by Bow development, delivered in collaboration with
We are pleased to confirm that FDS Contracting has supported another client in securing Gateway 2 approval – this time for Sutton Garden Square Phase 3, delivered by Berkeley Group
The FDS Group is pleased to officially announce that we have now moved into our new offices at Hawley Mill, Dartford. The move marks an exciting milestone for the business
Part 2A introduces a new dutyholder and competence framework under the Building Safety Act 2022. This guide explains what it means for smoke ventilation design, installation, Gateway 2 approval, and why proven competence is now critical.
The UK construction industry is undergoing a pivotal shift in its regulatory landscape. The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has officially become a standalone body as of 27 January 2026, marking
This article offers a clear over of Smoke Vent Systems, explaining what they are and why they’re essential in modern buildings.
This article outlines the design principles and maintenance best practices that ensure effective and compliant mechanical smoke control. Learn More!
This article from FDS Contracting explores the purpose, design principles, and importance of SHEVS in modern building environments, providing clarity for engineers, specifiers, and developers.
