Tag: Protection
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Concrete Freeze-Thaw Protection with MCI® Water Repellents
Winter is coming to the Northern Hemisphere. That means reinforced concrete bridges, parking garages, and buildings could be in for a wild ride on the “roller coaster” of freeze-thaw cycling. To minimize damage from these inevitable temperature swings, Cortec® recommends taking the simple maintenance step of applying a water repellent at least once every ten…
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The Role of an AT S (Automatic Transfer Switch) in Home Power Protection
Power outages are a common occurrence, and they can cause significant disruption in daily life. You rely heavily on electricity for various activities, from powering your appliances to ensuring that you can work from home. Many households turn to home generators as a backup power source when power outages occur. A critical component that significantly…
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Streamline installation with pre-cut passive fire protection for facades
Siderise pre-cut passive fire protection Passive fire protection is a fundamental part of all facade types. While product performance and certification are rightly prioritised during design and specification, construction managers must also consider how these materials are delivered, prepared and installed on site. The method of supplying the products to site can also impact installation…
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Inpro Unveils 30 New Continuum Wall Protection Designs
Inpro has launched 30 new finishes and patterns in its Continuum™ Wall Protection line, expanding design options for high-performance environments. Engineered for spaces where hygiene, durability and cleanability are critical, Continuum™ features a non-porous, fiberglass-free surface that’s easy to wipe down — ideal for food service areas, commercial kitchens and modular spaces with temperature shifts.…
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HSE finds most workplaces lack essential noise protection knowledge
“If your defence against workplace noise is to give your workers hearing protection, then you need to check that it works. How confident are you that the hearing protection you have supplied is in good order, is being worn when it should be, how it should be, and that it is not stopping your workers…
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New Training Option to Modernize Fall Protection Training
FallTech has launched FT-Xpert, a fall protection training program aimed at providing targeted, role-specific instruction for today’s workforce. The program addresses shortcomings of traditional courses, which often require all workers to complete lengthy training designed for supervisors. FT-Xpert offers flexible courses tailored to real-world job functions, from general Authorized Person training to advanced Competent Person…
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CPD: Passive fire protection for service penetrations
Image: Dreamstime.com In this CPD, Craig Wells explains the role passive fire protection plays in buildings, with a specific focus on service penetrations. What you will learn in this CPD >Legislation and fire test standards for service penetrations> Key considerations for design and installation> The importance of early engagement and test evidence Passive fire protection…
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Delta Scientific Debuts DSC50 “S” for Urban Protection
Delta Scientific Corporation, the global leader in high-impact vehicle barricade systems, is proud to announce the launch of its newest innovation: the DSC50 “S” Barrier, a lightweight, crash-rated security solution tailored for temporary deployment across high-traffic urban environments. Motivated by recent public safety challenges and a mounting global awareness of vehicular threats, Delta’s engineering team…
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Roofer fined for failing to provide edge protection that led to serious injury
Gary Smith of Watling Street, Dunstable, pleaded guilty to a breach of Regulation 4(1) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005. He was fined £2,125 and ordered to pay costs of £5,445 at a hearing at Luton & South Bedfordshire Magistrates’ Court on 29 July 2025. View the original article and our Inspiration here