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The Crucial Role of Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Door Inspections in Building Safety

UK Construction Blog

The post The Crucial Role of Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Door Inspections in Building Safety appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Fire safety within buildings is a critical concern that demands meticulous attention and proactive measures.

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5 Uses for Thermal Imaging Equipment on Construction Sites

CCR Magazine

Validate newly installed systems: Ensure new installations deliver their promised thermal protection. Remember, thermal imaging doesn’t replace physical inspection. Inspecting Electrical Systems Your thermal imaging equipment becomes crucial for inspecting electrical systems on construction sites.

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FireDNA enables you to initiate the ‘Golden Thread’ by specifying ‘digitally tagged’ passive fire products using NBS Chorus.

Specification Product Update

FireDNA is an award winning Passive Fire Product Monitoring System and Mobile App that has been developed for everyone involved in Passive Fire Product Specification, Manufacture, Installation, Inspection, Management and Maintenance.

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Dissecting code language updates to lightning protection systems

Construction Specifier

In 2018 (latest data available), insurance companies paid nearly $1 billion in lightning-related claims to some 78,000 policy holders, according to the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI). What is a lightning protection system? What is a lightning protection system? LPI estimates $1.7

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Complete Guide to Choosing and Installing Your AC Unit

CCR Magazine

In this guide, we will delve into the critical aspects of choosing the right air conditioning unit, assessing your home’s layout for optimal cooling, understanding installation options, planning for electrical requirements, and navigating local regulations.

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Fire Safety & Kitchen Hood Suppression Guide

CCR Magazine

However, one aspect that should never be overlooked is fire safety, particularly in the kitchen. Kitchen fires can be devastating, but with the right precautions, such as a kitchen hood fire suppression system, we can significantly reduce the risks.

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High-Rise Maintenance: Innovative Solutions for Building Care

CCR Magazine

From drones that inspect hard-to-reach places to smart systems that predict equipment failure, the options available today are both fascinating and practical. You need a comprehensive evaluation involving both visual inspections and advanced technologies like laser scanning or ground-penetrating radar.