The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) is urging contractors and design professionals to adapt their approach to prevent inadequate fixings causing failures of mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems. New guidance published by the trade association aims to promote best practice in engineering solutions that provide fixings...
What is a micro-market? For many years, organisations have installed vending machines to provide employees with snacking options during the day. Traditionally, the food on offer has been unhealthy and limited - typically, chocolate, sweets and crisps. A micro market is more than merely a large vending...
We all depend on electricity to keep our homes and businesses running, but with it comes the risk of electrocution and fires. Electrical fires cause serious health injuries, death, property loss, etc., and it is crucial that you learn how to avoid them. Here are the...
Winter is finally over, and the weather is getting warmer. Many of us will be giving our homes a nice spring cleaning, but ensure that you do the same to your workspace. Deep cleaning and organising your place of business every so often helps you...
Whether you’re facilities manager (FM) for a single or multi-site operation, you’ll be responsible for ensuring all buildings are operating perfectly and those using them remain safe and secure at all times. While this may mean managing security and cleaning teams, as an FM, you’ll...
Just like cars, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems require regular care and maintenance to operate properly. With a relatively small investment, you are guaranteed to reap several benefits. In this blog post, we will be looking into why regular maintenance is such a...
Business utilities include electricity, gas and heating and are just as essential for commercial premises as they are for residential properties. From your air conditioning and refrigeration solutions to complete electrical systems, your planned maintenance and day to day usage policies will determine the efficiency and...
Fridges are essential in our day-to-day lives, especially if your business relies on one to keep produce fresh, but that doesn't mean they can just keep running! Like all appliances, they too can spoil and require maintenance every so often, which will ensure their longevity...
Planned maintenance is a great way of protecting your business going forward, but to understand just what a good investment it is you need to know the kind of risks you face without it. Here are some of the key risks you might encounter without...
Investing in planned maintenance is one of the best expenditures your business can make. But if times are hard, or you have just started your business, it might seem like a lot of money for you to find. The reality, however, is that planned preventative...
