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Industry advice
As the world grapples with the realities of climate change, the construction industry has a significant role to play in reducing carbon emissions. In the UK, buildings contribute to 33% of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and 40% of the global energy consumption. This article explores the concept of carbon-neutral buildings, current trends,…
The Future of School Maintenance: Trends to Watch
The landscape of school maintenance in the UK is constantly evolving. With new technologies, changing regulations, and increasing awareness of the importance of sustainable practices, the future of…
70% of office workers complain about poor air quality
A YouGov survey commissioned by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) reports that almost 70% of office workers believe poor air quality in their place of work is having a negative…
Energy efficiency could cut NHS costs by £400m
With the growing influence of digital applications in building maintenance and demands on NHS budgets, the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA), has taken a look at the digital…
Grenfell - When will we learn?
These are questions which we should not predict the answers to, given the severity fire, but questions that will need to be answered. People are already asking questions – questions asked like ‘did…
Industry bodies agree single process for BIM Product Data
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA), the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), and the Construction Products Association (CPA) have agreed on the respective…
Focus on risk to optimise your maintenance strategy
In our previous blog, we discussed the importance of finding a balance of maintenance strategies to suit the requirements of each built asset. The impact that random, unsuitable, over- or…
What is SFG20 and how can it benefit you?
There are many benefits of adopting a balanced maintenance regime. Download the SFG20 whitepaper to read more on the topic of how to optimise your maintenance regime. The correct servicing of assets…
Preventative Maintenance: The Ultimate Guide
We’ve all heard, and likely used, the term “if it ain't broke, don’t fix it”. It’s a well known saying and a mentality that many businesses all over the world adopt when it comes to maintaining their…