Every fire door set sold in the UK must adhere to stringent quality and safety standards in order to ensure the best chance of safety and protection in the event of a fire. Each door and its associated components will be certified, after testing, with a rating which describes how long it will withhold smoke […]

Fire doors installed in homes can help to prevent deaths in the event of a fire, as well as assist firefighters to access the fire to put it out. They also limit the spread of smoke and flames to other parts of the building. The precise legislation governing where fire doors for domestic properties are […]

Fire doors have three main purposes. They must: • Limit the spread of a fire and its smoke, protecting the structure and integrity of a building as well as its contents; • Protect a building’s escape routes so that people inside can get out safely; • Allow entry to fire-fighters. External fire doors place a […]

Metal fire doors offer all the benefits of standard wooden fire doors, but with the additional bonuses of: • Extra strength • More security • Enhanced durability • Extended fire protection. Made from mild steel (also known as plain carbon, or low carbon, steel) or stainless steel, fire resistant metal doors provide far more resistance […]

The internet has made product manufacturers far more accessible than they previously were. The days when manufacturers dealt only with wholesalers and retailers are confined to the past, and there are many strong reasons why individual consumers and businesses are beginning to favour dealing with a manufacturer directly over buying from retailers. An important point […]

Fire doors are vital pieces of equipment to keep workers, homeowners and tenants safe in the buildings they live or work in. They are specially tested and regulated to ensure that they are equipped to withhold the progression of a fire for a specified amount of time. They work by sealing rooms which divides the […]

With growing concern about the environment, many people are now considering their ecological impact in many areas of their lives. Whether it is turning off lights in empty rooms, taking the bus instead of driving, or doing their washing at a lower temperature, more people than ever are taking action to prevent further environmental degradation […]

Safety issues are among the main concerns of any hospital management. The buildings, including the structure and contents, require impeccable organisation and planning, and the people inside, be they staff or patients, need to be protected, with every possible scenario accounted for. Managers and staff work around the clock in order to keep hospitals up […]

Fire protection should be a priority for any homeowner or business. The sheer amount of damage that can be caused when a fire breaks out, and the speed that the flames and smoke travel can kill within minutes. As well as having a smoke detector installed and fire escape routes planned, fire doors are an […]

X-rays are an essential part of a lot of medical practice and scientific research, but excessive exposure to the rays can cause serious health problems. When a patient is X-rayed as part of their treatment or investigations the levels of exposure are very low and can be justified because the risk tends to be outweighed […]