Category: News
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New fire door standard BS 8214:2026 explained
BSI has published BS 8214:2026, a major revision to the fire door code of practice, replacing the 2016 edition.
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Firesafe welcomes Jason as new Technical Manager
Jason recently joined Firesafe as Technical Manager, bringing more than a decade of experience within the passive fire protection sector.
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BSI release new PAS for safer construction products
BSI has released PAS 2000:2026, a new code of practice aimed at improving the safety of construction products brought to market.
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Fire resisting coating reaches end of life
A summary of a CROSS report on ageing fire protection coatings and the importance of inspection, maintenance, and lifecycle planning.
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FPA backs campaign for stronger lithium-ion battery regulation
The Fire Protection Association has backed a national campaign calling for stronger regulation of lithium-ion batteries sold through online marketplaces.
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Developers fined £165,000 for serious fire safety breaches
Developers behind a warehouse to residential conversion in Preston have been fined £165,000 after being found guilty of multiple fire safety offences.
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Eight years after Grenfell: why Gateway 2 is reshaping fire safety
Eight years on from the Grenfell Tower fire, the construction industry continues to face a clear responsibility to prioritise fire safety.
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Firesafe Promotes Mark Firth to Managing Director
We are pleased to announce the promotion of Mark Firth to the role of Managing Director.
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Fire-stopping expert to rebrand as FSi Promat
Leading fire stopping specialist FSi is to rebrand its products as FSI Promat and, at the same time, become responsible for Promat’s fire stopping products within the UK.
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‘severe’ Flat Fire In Coventry High-rise Started By Faulty E-bike Battery
On 30 September 2023, West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) responded to reports of a “severe” flat fire coming from the 11th floor of a 16-storey residential building in Coventry.