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BS 9991:2024 Changes & What They Mean for AOV Systems
The latest revision of BS 9991 introduces updated requirements for residential smoke ventilation. Here's what specifiers and installers need to know.
Read More →Gateways to Success: Building Safety Act Explained
The Building Safety Act 2022 establishes three gateways at key stages in design and construction for higher-risk buildings. A step-by-step guide.
Read More →Grenfell Tower Inquiry: Phase 1 Findings & Recommendations
Key recommendations from the Public Inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire, covering evacuation, fire doors, sprinklers and cladding.
Read More →Raising Standards with SDI 19 Certification
SDI 19 is now mandatory for SCA members involved in smoke control installation. Find out what this means for contractors and specifiers.
Read More →School IAQ: Government £25m Ventilation Boost
The government allocated £25 million and 300,000 CO2 monitors to state schools to help improve indoor air quality and natural ventilation.
Read More →Single Zone vs Multi-Zone Smoke Control Panels
Comparing single zone and multi-zone smoke control panel configurations — which approach is right for your building type and fire strategy?
Read More →BS EN 12101-10: AOV Battery Backup Requirements
Understanding the battery backup requirements for AOV systems under BS EN 12101-10 and what this means for system design and installation.
Read More →Ventec OSTRO 140° Roof Vent: Complete Guide
Full technical guide to the Ventec OSTRO series roof vent featuring 140-degree blade opening for maximum aerodynamic free area.
Read More →O-Range 7 Smoke Control Panel: Installation Guide
Comprehensive installation and commissioning guide for the O-Range 7 multi-zone smoke control panel from AOV Direct.
Read More →The Golden Thread of Information Explained
The Building Safety Act requires a 'golden thread' of information to be maintained throughout the design, construction and occupation of higher-risk buildings.
Read More →The Role of the Dutyholder Under the Building Safety Act
The Building Safety Act introduced new dutyholder roles for higher-risk buildings. Here's what each role means and who is responsible.
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