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Keep your customer doors open 24/7/365 with pump station maintenance

Often found beneath large shopping centres, business parks or supermarkets, sewage pumps, also known as below-ground pumps, are used to keep water and waste flowing and ensure premises remain operational. You may not be aware of the sewage pumps in ...

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Metro Rod marks 40 years with 40,000 meal donation

To mark 40 years in business, drainage, sewage pump and plumbing specialist, Metro Rod, has donated 40,000 meal donation to FareShare, the UK’s largest charity tackling food waste for social good. FareShare works with the food industry to take good-to-eat ...

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Drainage firm on track to double turnover

Drainage and exterior cleaning business, Jet Through, is set to double its annual turnover after securing a wave of new clients. The Birmingham-based business has reported it is set to end the year with an annual turnover of more than ...

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The role of a drainage provider: how Metro Rod support facility management companies and their customers

Drainage problems cause headaches for facility management providers and their customers alike. Bad smells from sewers, surface water flooding in car parks and facilities that are rendered out of use are disruptive, affect a company’s reputation and lead to loss ...

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Metcor Environmental shortlisted for Contractor of the Year

Often regarded as the ‘fourth utility service’, Metcor Environmental, formerly Metro Mechanical Services, has been shortlisted as a finalist for the UK National Contractor of the Year in the National Drainage Awards. Daniel Bradley, Business Development Director for the Metcor ...

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Metro Rod marks 40th anniversary with celebrations and charity commitment

Drainage and sewage pumps specialist, Metro Rod, has celebrated its 40th anniversary, marking four decades as the leading provider in its field. Established in 1983 by Gill Walker, the company – originally named A1 Drains – has evolved significantly. Starting ...

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Thermatic Technical FM acquires PDS Drainage Solutions

Technical FM provider Thermatic has acquired PDS Drainage Solutions in a move which will strengthen its national delivery and in-house range of drainage services. Established over 25 years ago, PDS has cemented a strong position in the commercial Drainage market ...

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Drainage scheme

New research reveals operational downtime poses a significant risk for businesses that neglect their drainage systems. Peter Molloy, CEO of Metro Rod and Franchise Brand’s B2B Division reports Thousands of businesses are prioritising office refurbishments over drainage maintenance, leaving them ...

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Metro Rod marks 40 years with celebrations and charity commitment

Drainage and sewage pumps specialist, Metro Rod, last month celebrated its 40th anniversary, marking four decades as a leading provider in its field. Established in 1983 by Gill Walker, the company – originally named A1 Drains – has evolved significantly. ...

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How does Section 111 of the Water Industry Act affect FM providers?

Facilities Management (FM) companies have a responsibility to comply with various laws and regulations regarding the properties they manage. Section 111 of the Water Industry Act 1991 is one such regulation that directs FM companies to prevent water pollution from ...

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