FDS Contracting is shortlisted for the Construction News Specialist Awards 2018
FDS Contracting has been selected by the judges as a finalist in the Specialist Contractor of the Year (turnover up to £25m) category of the Construction News Specialist Awards 2018, the only national awards that recognises the best specialist contractors from across the UK. To decide the winners, all finalists will attend face-to-face judging by […]
FDS Enhances Client Offering With New Contract Manager Appointment
As FDS Contracting continues to expand its offering and scope, we’re also bringing top new talent into the team to support this growth. The latest of these hires is contract manager Keven Truelove, who brings more than 30 years of experience to the role. Keven has a long history of working in project, program and […]
ISO 9001 Audit Recognises FDS’ Continuing High Business Standards
We’re pleased to announce that FDS has once again passed its annual ISO 9001 audit. By assessing our processes regularly under the quality management system we can ensure that we offer the same consistently high level of service to our customers at all times.
Fire Safety System Service & Maintenance
A Fire Safety System plays a vital role in protecting a building’s occupants. However, while the correct specification and installation of a system is paramount, ensuring that it is correctly serviced and maintained throughout its life is of equal importance. For instance, if a Smoke Ventilation system is not working at full efficiency – or […]
A Renewed Sense of Purpose – Fire Safety System Considerations for Change of Use
Given the savings offered by working with an existing superstructure rather than building from scratch, it’s no surprise that refurbishment and change of use projects are commonplace. This is especially true in heavily developed areas such as cities and town centres, where available land is at a premium (when it’s available at all), and converting […]
Fire Safety System Maintenance – Involving the Experts
After a project’s initial build or refurbishment is over, the main deciding factor in a fire safety system’s ongoing effective operation is how well it is maintained, so it makes sense to have this carried out by experienced experts. Beyond merely being a ‘tick-box’ exercise, the maintenance and routine servicing of fire safety systems safeguards […]
Updated Sprinkler Specification Document Offers Guidance for Residential Projects
In many residential developments, sprinkler systems are essential, greatly reducing the chances of fatalities in the event of a fire, while also reducing injuries and controlling a fire’s size, limiting property damage. That’s why Approved Document B 2007 (ADB) introduced the requirement for sprinklers in residential apartment buildings with floors 30 metres above ground level. […]
FDS Opens Its Doors to Students
As you might already be aware, FDS Group – FDS Contracting (FDS) and our sister company, FDS Consult – has proudly partnered with Construction United, an initiative that aims to improve public perceptions of the construction industry. Throughout this year, Construction United has been focusing on three main objectives, two of which include improving the […]
Internal Promotions and New Starters
Since our inception in 2002, FDS has become an award-winning smoke ventilation contractor, working on some of the country’s most high-profile residential and commercial projects. We wouldn’t have got to where we are today without the support of our staff. The backbone of our success, our team are some of the most talented in their […]
FDS Awarded Company of the Year Accolade
After another successful year here at FDS Contracting, our team’s hard work has been recognised by Building and Facilities News – a leading publication within the construction industry – having been awarded the Fire Engineering Solution Provider of the Year. With a string of prestigious projects under our belt, including Langham Square, Royal Gateway, The […]
