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Core connections

Building connectivity needs to be an essential part of workplace planning in 2021, says John Archer, Solutions Director at Backbone Connect Conversations about the digital workplace tend to focus on the smart building management systems and intelligent sensors that help ...

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Introducing the Mobile Shower Change Trolley from Pressalit

Pressalit, the leading Scandinavian designer of accessible bathroom solutions, has introduced a new height adjustable Shower Change Trolley, suitable for both adult and child environments in Changing Places facilities, schools or institutions. Providing safety and comfort for both changing and ...

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Shared goals

Iain Shorthose, Director of Customer & Workplace Experience at Mitie explains why the results of a customer survey into client’s workplace requirements and strategies during 2020 will help FM providers and their clients meet their goals in 2021 Prior to ...

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Smart fire detection more viable than ‘Waking Watch’ during cladding crisis, says Hochiki Europe

Hochiki Europe is calling for a review of the uptake of ‘Waking Watches’ within the residential sector. The leading life safety product manufacturer argues that local authorities and building owners should instead focus more on incorporating intelligent fire detection into ...

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NEW Solid Gear safety footwear styles for 2021

Incorporating some of the most advanced technical features in safety shoe design for tradesmen and women. Sporty looks, best-in-class materials technology and superior comfort are hallmarks of Solid Gear safety footwear. 2021 sees the launch of the Marshal GTX boot ...

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Time to face the truth about jet air dryers – Not all germ spreaders wear masks

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased consumer awareness around the importance of hand hygiene and the risks posed by the spread of germs. Nearly 95% of adults do not wash long enough to thoroughly clean the bacteria and viruses from their ...

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The Keyholding Company launches Smart Access, an integrated smart lock solution, heralding a new era for keyholding and alarm response

Tech-enabled mobile security services company, The Keyholding Company, aims to disrupt the traditional keyholding model for businesses by removing the need for mechanical keys and saving clients up to 87% on their key management and access services costs. Smart Access ...

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Legionella: Risks during and after lockdown

Many workplaces have laid dormant for weeks as the Coronavirus has taken hold of the country. This has introduced new challenges, such as the management of legionella Legionnaires’ disease is a type of pneumonia, which can cause serious respiratory illness ...

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CPD Webinar – Industry Guidelines on Indoor Air Quality

Topic: “Industry Guidelines on Indoor Air Quality” Date/Time: Feb 24th 2021, 18:00 – 19:00 BST Join the free webinar on Industry Guidelines on Indoor Air Quality. Indoor air quality has been an important part of building design and maintenance for ...

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Clearing the air

Until the majority of the population has been vaccinated it is critical that workplaces maintain good levels of ventilation to help reduce the risk of airborne transmission says Hywel Davies, Technical Director of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers ...

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