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• Majority of employees unaware of new law changes to flexible working

  28-03-2024 09:24 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Seven out of 10 employees (70 per cent) are not aware that the law is changing to make it easier to request flexible working at work, finds a new survey from the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas).
  The YouGov poll, which was conducted in January this year found that 43 per cent of employers were also unaware of the law change.
  All employees who have worked for their employer for 26 weeks or more currently have the right to ask if they can work flexibly. A new change in the law
  
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• Over two-thirds of UK industry at risk of failing on-the-spot HSE inspection

  15-05-2024 13:08 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Seven in 10 organisations operating in some of the UK’s biggest industries admit that they are unlikely to comply with on-the-spot Health & Safety Executive (HSE) inspection due to a lack of data proving that their fixed and moveable assets are managed and maintained to the required regulatory standards, finds new research.
  Nearly one fifth (17 per cent) have received enforcement action in the past due to assets not meeting HSE compliance standards, with over 10 per cent receiving an H
  
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• ANC publishes guidance on acoustic requirements in Building Regulations Part O

  15-05-2024 11:49 via fmj.co.uk
  
  A new document which provides built environment professionals with top line guidance on the new Approved Document O (ADO) ‘Overheating’ England has been published by the Association of Noise Consultants (ANC).
  The Q&A document has been produced following a number of enquiries to the ANC, seeking clarity over the acoustic requirements of ADO.
  A spokesperson from the ANC said: “Approved Document O (ADO) ‘Overheating’ England came into effect in June 2022 and sets
  
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• MEP contractors optimistic about future growth prospects

  15-05-2024 11:04 via fmj.co.uk
  
  A new report from the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) reveals the building services sector is ‘turning the corner’, with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contractors increasingly optimistic about their future growth prospects.
  The Association’s latest annual Top 30 Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Contractor report, produced in partnership with the construction consultancy GHCS/GH Engage, found the sector’s largest companies in good spir
  
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• BICSc unveils new training app at Interclean Amsterdam 

  15-05-2024 10:40 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) has announced the exclusive launch of the new BICSc Training App at Interclean Amsterdam 2024.
  For the first time ever, the Institute’s popular Virtual Training Suite is being launched in app form, with news of the industry-wide introduction of the inaugural training app revealed at the BICSc stand 06.204.
  The new BICSc Training App allows users to access all their training on the go. In addition to accessing training online, the new a
  
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• Orbis Protect completes Vigilance acquisition

  15-05-2024 10:06 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Specialist security and protection services provider, Orbis Protect, has completed the strategic acquisition of Vigilance Properties Limited, a specialist technology enabled security services company.
  In joining the Orbis group of companies, Vigilance provides a unique solution set, differentiated from traditional security firms. The company’s tailored service includes security in residence, integrated technology solutions and high-end surveillance and close protection services
  
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• BICSc launches new Training App at Interclean

  15-05-2024 09:58 via cleaningmag.com
  
  The British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) has announced the exclusive launch of the new BICSc Training App at Interclean Amsterdam 2024.
  
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• ‘The Great Resignation’ has been replaced by ‘The Big Stay’, says CIPD

  14-05-2024 14:13 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Workers are increasingly staying put in their current jobs and more employers are holding steady on staffing levels as the labour market slows, according to the CIPD’s latest Labour Market Outlook report.
  The survey shows more than half (55 per cent) of employers are looking to maintain their current staff level – the highest level since winter 2016/17.
  Based on a quarterly survey of 2,009 employers, the CIPD’s survey also cites data from the ONS vacancy survey and analysis on
  
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• Diversey scoops the Amsterdam Innovation Award 2024

  14-05-2024 13:48 via chtmag.com
  
  Interclean Amsterdam was officially opened this morning with the announcement of the Overall Winner of the Amsterdam Innovation Award. This year, this prestigious Award was presented to Diversey – A Solenis Company, for its LESSEAU® NO-Touch Bar Soap dispenser & refills for a product that the Jury believes can have a very broad and truly meaningful impact in so many different applications.
  Michelle Marshall, Chair of the Jury: “Huge congratulations to Diversey – A Solen
  
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• Delphis Eco granted new Royal Warrant to His Majesty The King

  14-05-2024 13:33 via chtmag.com
  
  Delphis Eco Founder and CEO, Mark Jankovich
  This week sees HM The King and HM The Queen grant the first Royal Warrants of Appointment of the new reign.  One hundred and forty-five companies were granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment to HM The King and of those, seven companies were also awarded a Royal Warrant of Appointment to HM The Queen.
  Delphis Eco, an ecological cleaning range in the UK that leads in the hospitality and professional cleaning markets, (with an increasing domestic pres
  
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• ISS partners with Microsoft to reimagine flexible work powered by AI solutions

  14-05-2024 13:20 via fmj.co.uk
  
  ISS has been selected by Microsoft to partner in the journey to reimagine the world of hybrid work through an AI-powered connected workplace.
  By combining the data and insights from Microsoft Places, Microsoft’s connected workplace app, with the ISS Workplace App and ISS’s unparalleled operational capabilities delivered through its 350,000 employees worldwide, the global workplace experience and facility management company says it will boost its tech-powered operations.
  Microsoft Pla
  
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• Future now

  14-05-2024 12:22 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Think AI is the future of FM? The reality is it’s already here says Regan Sparks, Operations Director at Integrated FM Services Provider, 14forty
  While headlines often portray AI as a technology of tomorrow, the truth is it is already revolutionising businesses and FM service providers today. The opportunities are endless for those who embrace it.
  AI is eliminating the monotony of repetitive tasks, allowing employees to focus on more strategic initiatives. It’s enabling service provi
  
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• CAFM cornerstone

  14-05-2024 12:01 via fmj.co.uk
  
  With an overwhelming choice of technology options now available, Esther Coleman, Product Manager at Idox, believes a CAFM system still provides the robust foundations required to manage facilities and maximise the benefits of innovative solutions in the future
  The pace of technology innovation, including AI, the Internet of Things (IoT) and mobile apps, can be overwhelming. Take the buzz around smart technologies. From the IoT sensors that can provide the insight required to transform energy eff
  
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• No Falls Week: Campaign dedicated to promoting safe working at height launches

  14-05-2024 11:31 via fmj.co.uk
  
  UK-based charity for the work at height sector, the No Falls Foundation, has launched its first ever ‘No Falls Week’, taking place between 13-17 May.
  A powerful campaign dedicated to promoting safe working at height, No Falls Week’s mission is simple yet crucial; to raise awareness about the importance of safe working at height, prevent falls and ensure everyone that works at height comes down safely.
  It is estimated over one million businesses, and 10 million workers, car
  
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• Helping customers meet sustainability goals

  14-05-2024 10:49 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Northwood Hygiene Products is helping customers to meet their waste reduction targets with the launch of another recycling service.
  
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• CIBSE and DESNZ partner to make CP1 (2020) free-to-all

  14-05-2024 10:32 via fmj.co.uk
  
  In a landmark move for UK Heat Network Standards, the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) have joined forces to make CP1 (2020), the recognised Code of Practice for heat networks in the UK, accessible to all, free of charge.
  CP1 (2020), a publication produced by CIBSE, serves as a comprehensive guide offering technical guidance and establishing voluntary minimum standards for UK heat networks. Widely acknowledge
  
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• Pareto FM takes M&E deal at RCP

  14-05-2024 10:05 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Pareto FM has secured a mechanical and electrical (M&E) services contract with the Royal College of Physicians (RCP), the oldest royal medical college in England.
  Incorporated by Royal Charter in 1518, the RCP stands as a beacon of medical excellence and innovation. With a rich history spanning over five centuries, the RCP has been at the forefront of advancing medical knowledge and shaping healthcare practices. Today, it continues to play a pivotal role in promoting excellence in medicine a
  
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• MHIAE’s new “Hydrolution PRO” air-cooled heat pump chillers boast one of the industry’s highest efficiency ratings

  14-05-2024 09:36 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air Conditioning Europe (MHIAE) added a range of air-cooled heat pump chillers for the European market with the launch of Hydrolution PRO. Featuring a newly developed e-3D scroll compressor and in combination with other proprietary technologies, this new line-up delivers outstanding energy efficiency, boasting a seasonal coefficient of performance (SCOP) rating of 4.59. Hydrolution PRO is available in three models with capacities of 50kW/75kW/100kW classes making it i
  
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• Sales manager goes the extra mile for Starmix

  14-05-2024 01:00 via europeancleaningjournal.com
  It is usually at the end of Interclean that we all nurse our blisters after walking miles every day, visiting multiple stands and criss-crossing exhibition halls.But Starmix sales manager Ralph Burkart chose to begin this year's Interclean with an extra-long walk - one that spanned a 15km canal-side route between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and the RAI.And instead of pulling a trolley case like the rest of us, he completing the trek pushing a Starmix DuroSweep 77 Pro manual sweeper.He set off at
  
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• Interclean hosts its first ever Dragon’s Den style event

  14-05-2024 01:00 via europeancleaningjournal.com
  It was only a matter of time. Reality TV is becoming so big that it is no surprise that a version of a hugely popular show is coming to Interclean.A Dragon's Den style event will be held on Wednesday afternoon with eight start-up cleaning companies pitching for financial backing from investors."The aim is to inspire innovation," said Dirk Tuip, event organiser and CEO of software company FacilityApps. "It is a non-profit event and this will be the first time it has been run. We're hoping to take
  
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• Family company Cleenol named among the top 100 Best Places to Work

  14-05-2024 01:00 via europeancleaningjournal.com
  The people manning Cleenol stand 01.235 were particularly bright and chirpy today, with staff members accosting passers-by to talk to them about their chemicals.It turns out they had good reason to be happy. On Sunday It was announced that Cleenol - based in the UK - had been included in the list of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work.The company has changed dramatically since CEO and owner Sam Greaves bought it from his father and grandfather five years ago, however. "There was a toxic culture
  
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• Ennovamark gives air care company an Edge

  14-05-2024 01:00 via europeancleaningjournal.com
  Bringing continental scents to the UK is Ennovamark, an agency that has just announced a new partnership with air care and hygiene company Piazza.Ennovamark is headed by Matt Wonnacott, a well-known player in the air care sector. Ennovamark creates marketing solutions for clients across three continents and claims to take a tailored approach to creating brands for businesses.Belgian-based Piazza currently markets products to the Benelux region and other parts of Europe."We are delighted to be jo
  
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• Amsterdam Innovation Awards winners announced on Interclean's opening day

  14-05-2024 01:00 via europeancleaningjournal.com
  Interclean Amsterdam was officially opened this morning with the announcement of the overall winner of the Amsterdam Innovation Award. Diversey - A Solenis Company, took the top prize for its LESSEAU NO-Touch Bar Soap dispenser & refills. The jury says this innovation can have a very broad and truly meaningful impact in many different applications.The category winners are: Kärcher for its KIRA CV 50 (Smart Technologies & Digitalisation), Baudoin Wash-Systems for its Baudoin Wash Dro
  
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• Perfect Clean set for growth to meet rising demand

  13-05-2024 13:47 via chtmag.com
  
  Perfect Clean, the Edinburgh-based commercial cleaning specialist covering Scotland and the north of England, is set for significant growth with the creation of two new dedicated teams to meet rising demand.
  A new division of the company is being established to concentrate on ventilation hygiene in the hospitality sector, with services certified to meet the TR19® Grease specification, a set of rigorous specifications issued by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) to focus on
  
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• Future of cleaning

  13-05-2024 12:47 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Denise Hanson, BICSc
  The British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) and the Cleaning and Support Services Association (CSSA) have announced an initiative in partnership with the University of Surrey to explore innovation in the cleaning industry. FMJ reports
  In January, a joint initiative between BICSc and the CSSA into the ‘Future of Cleaning’ was launched to help determine the impact that machinery, including IoT sensors, robotics, and data collectors are having on the process o
  
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• Influence the future of CAFM

  13-05-2024 12:21 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Idox, a leading developer of specialist Computer-aided Facility Management (CAFM) software, has launched a new survey ‘Influence the Future of CAFM’ and would like to hear from those working in the dynamic facilities management sector.
  The survey will take no more than 10 minutes to complete. Your unique perspectives and experiences are crucial in shaping the future of facilities management software and addressing the challenges posed by skills shortages.
  What’s in It for You?
  
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• Kier Places hires new head of business development

  13-05-2024 11:04 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Bev Williams has been appointed as Head of Business Development at Kier Places.
  The national role will see Williams oversee business development across the company’s three key business areas – Building Solutions, Residential Solutions and Workplace Solutions – as part of its new strategic growth plan.
  Williams has worked in the construction industry for more than 25 years, with previous roles as a Board Director at Willmott Dixon Interiors, Business Development Director at MITI
  
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• Veriforce CHAS launches mental health assessment tool

  13-05-2024 10:35 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Veriforce CHAS has launched a Mental Health & Wellbeing evaluation for the construction sector.
  The question set is integrated as a voluntary module within the core Veriforce CHAS assessment and marks a significant step towards embedding a culture of mental health and wellbeing practices across construction businesses in the UK.
  Studies reveal alarming rates of mental health issues within the UK construction industry. A survey of 1,400 on-site construction workers by Causeway Technologies fo
  
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• New operations director at Macro

  13-05-2024 09:55 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Kathryn Horton has been appointed to the role of Operations Director at global facilities management and workplace experience firm, Macro.
  Horton has been a dedicated member of the company’s team for the past four years, bringing with her a wealth of experience in facilities management spanning 14 years.
  Having worked with clients across Europe, Horton has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep understanding of the industry. In her new role, she will focus on supporting her teams a
  
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• Innovative, high performance electric infrared heater for industry and commerce

  13-05-2024 09:38 via fmj.co.uk
  
   eSchwank S-18000 is the most powerful electric infrared heater of its kind with 3-stage modulation, 6, 12 and 18 kilowatts long service life due to reliable infraGlow heating elements
   service-friendly design climate neutral heating with green electricity possible specially developed for industrial applications
  The heating specialist Schwank has added another climate-neutral product to its portfolio, by launching an innovative, powerful, electric
  
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