Facilities Management UK: April 2025 Contents

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Reckitt Pro Solutions Were Proud To Be The Official Hygiene Partner For The 2025 London Cleaning Show

Reckitt Pro Solutions Were Proud To Be The Official Hygiene Partner For The 2025 London Cleaning Show Reckitt Pro Solutions were thrilled to be the official hygiene partner for the 2025 London Cleaning Show, where they brought their portfolio of internationally recognised cleaning and hygiene brands to stand E5 at the ExCeL London Venue.

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Businesses Urged To Invest In Recycling Or Face Landfill Tax Hike

Businesses Urged To Invest In Recycling Or Face Landfill Tax Hike Businesses must adopt greener waste practices or face a significant hike in landfill taxes as new legislation comes into force in England and Northern Ireland.

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Paragon Drives Growth With Expansion And Leadership Appointment

Paragon Drives Growth With Expansion And Leadership Appointment Paragon, a leading supplier of advanced cleaning products and solutions to the facilities management sector, has announced its expansion with the opening of a new, state‑of‑the‑art facility in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.

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Kärcher Unveiled Sustainable Cleaning Innovation At The Cleaning Show 2025

Kärcher Unveild Sustainable Cleaning Innovation At The Cleaning Show 2025 Kärcher, the global leader in cleaning technology, made a significant impact at The Cleaning Show 2025 in London with an exclusive preview of its new sustainable Dry Vacuum Cleaning range. Launching in summer 2025, this pioneering innovative range sets a new benchmark in eco‑conscious cleaning solutions, reflecting Kärcher’s commitment to sustainability and performance.

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How Facilities Managers Can Take Control Of Rising Energy Costs

How Facilities Managers Can Take Control Of Rising Energy Costs By Andrew Gordon, Managing Director UK & Ireland, Eaton.

The UK is burdened with some of the world’s highest electricity prices, a strain that threatens competitiveness and drives up consumer costs: 70% of companies expect to become less competitive in the next two years due to rising energy bills, while 81% of businesses plan on raising prices to offset costs.

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Leading The Way In Decarbonising Light Commercial Fleets

Leading The Way In Decarbonising Light Commercial Fleets Premier Technical Services Group Ltd (PTSG) is making a huge step towards sustainability with a transformative commitment to decarbonise its fleet, marking a significant milestone in its environmental strategy.

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New Industry‑First Motors & Controls Training Course Launched By Deckpro Pumps And BMS Electrical Training

New Industry‑First Motors & Controls Training Course Launched By Deckpro Pumps And BMS Electrical Training Deckpro's newly launched Motors & Controls Training Course is the first of its kind, designed specifically to equip engineers, maintenance professionals, and facilities managers with the knowledge to diagnose faults more effectively, reduce downtime, and improve system efficiency – handing the control back to the teams onsite.

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Gas Safety In Small Facilities

Gas Safety In Small Facilities By Adam Pope, Gas Safety expert, Draeger Safety UK.

Gas safety is an issue which is relevant to many facilities management professionals.

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It's Almost Showtime!
The Workplace Event 2025 Show Preview

Just Released: The Workplace Event 2025 Show Preview The Show Preview for The Workplace Event 2025 is here!

Get an exclusive first look at everything happening this April at the NEC Birmingham.

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How AI Is Transforming Facilities Management: A Practical Guide To Implementation And Impact

How AI Is Transforming Facilities Management: A Practical Guide To Implementation And Impact By James Massey, Managing Director for FM, Energy and Retail Intelligence at MRI Software.

The FM industry continues to undergo significant transformations, driven by the rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence. The real story lies in how its applied practically in the real world.

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PTSG To Work On Grade I Listed Norwich Guildhall

PTSG To Work On Grade I Listed Norwich Guildhall Premier Technical Services Group Ltd (PTSG) has been contracted to deliver specialist Access & Safety services at Norwich Guildhall.

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24/7 Call Handling And Email Management Starting From 79p Per Hour

24/7 Call Handling And Email Management Starting From 79p Per Hour Cutting costs has become a crucial strategy for UK businesses as we confront rising expenses, competitive pressures, and economic uncertainty. However, cutting costs doesn't have to compromise the quality of customer service.

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EDSB And Siemens Protect A Major New UK Warehouse

EDSB And Siemens Protect A Major New UK Warehouse The benefits of the partnership approach adopted by Siemens has been demonstrated in a project by EDSB to develop a fire detection and air sampling solution for a new warehouse operated by one of the UK’s most prominent retailers.

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The Race To Zero: How Estate Owner Operators Can Get Set For Success

The Race To Zero: How Estate Owner Operators Can Get Set For Success By Dr Victoria Fillingham, Digital Transformation Consultant at Bentley Systems, Advisory Services.

Running a business without data, said Sir Terry Leahy, the former Tesco executive, is like driving at night without headlights.

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Managing Your Lifts:
10 Things FMs Need To Know

Managing Your Lifts: 10 Things FMs Need To Know By Oliver Greening, Show Director, LIFTEX 2025.

Building owners and FMs carry significant responsibilities under legislation such as the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Building Safety Act and associated regulations when it comes to lifts, lifting platforms, escalators, and moving walks.

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The Importance Of Professional Roof Coating Systems

The Importance Of Professional Roof Coating Systems A roof that is properly coated, contributes significantly to the performance, longevity, and environmental benefits of a building. Roof coatings provide a critical line of defence against various elements, including weathering, UV damage, and corrosion.

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Connectivity: The Key To Thriving In An Office‑First Future

Connectivity: The Key To Thriving In An Office-First Future Recent reports reveal that major companies are enforcing mandatory office returns, despite significant pushback from staff and rising mental health concerns. According to CV Genius, two-thirds of workers say they might leave their jobs if required to return to the office full time.

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What Steps Do FMs Need To Take To Bolster The EV Transition?

What Steps Do Facilities Managers Need To Take To Bolster The EV Transition? By Adam Rodgers, Global Business Development Director, Easee.

As the UK accelerates its transition to electric vehicles (EVs) to meet sustainability targets, facilities managers are becoming key players in this shift.

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Could 2025 Be A Golden Year For Onsite Energy Generation?

Could 2025 Be A Golden Year For Onsite Energy Generation? At the end of 2024, the UK government outlined its plans to achieve a clean power system by 2030. Vish Sharma, Head of Power Purchase Agreements at npower Business Solutions looks at why the energy generated by commercial premises will be a vital part of the future energy mix, and how businesses can earn revenue by exporting their power.

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Modern Asset Management:
The ‘Key’ To Multi‑Site Efficiency

Modern Asset Management: The ‘Key’ To Multi-Site Efficiency Operational efficiency is key for facilities managers running multiple sites, but poor key management can stand in the way.

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Flexible Lifting And Loading With Dock Lifts From Hörmann Transdek

Flexible Lifting And Loading With Dock Lifts From Hörmann Transdek Hörmann Transdek have launched a new video showcasing the operational benefits of their range of Dock Lifts. Featuring a recently completed installation for Storage Works in Birmingham, the video demonstrates the operation of a standard dock lift fitted within a loading bay.

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Wittenborg Celebrates Centenary With Landmark Launch Of The W100 Coffee Machine

Wittenborg Celebrates Centenary With Landmark Launch Of The W100 Coffee Machine Wittenborg, one of the oldest and most respected names in the world of coffee machines, is marking its centenary with the launch of a celebratory new coffee machine, which combines the fundamental values of the famous heritage brand with an exciting new vision of its future.

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DAB Launches The ‘Plug And Play’ EVOPLUS LITE

DAB Launches The ‘Plug And Play’ EVOPLUS LITE DAB Pumps has launched the EVOPLUS LITE, an advanced wet rotor electronic circulator designed to enhance efficiency, reliability and comfort in residential and commercial heating, cooling, and domestic hot water systems. Engineered for plug‑and‑play installation, the quick‑connect power supply with superseal technology makes wiring fast and hassle‑free, reducing installation time on‑site.

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Revolutionising M&E Maintenance:
Smarter Strategies For A Sustainable Future

Revolutionising M&E Maintenance: Smarter Strategies For A Sustainable Future Chris Coath, Director of Energy and Asset Management at NG Bailey, outlines a smarter, technology‑driven approach to M&E maintenance that enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and supports sustainability targets.

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