Fire Door Maintenance: What Your Fire Risk Assessor Will Look For
News & Insights Fire doors are one of the most common sources of actions in a fire risk assessment, and for good reason. They are critical to protecting escape routes and containing the spread of fire and smoke, but they are also moving parts in a busy building. They take knocks, get propped open, lose […]
NEO Launches New Independent Fire Risk Assessment Service
New service strengthens Fire Solutions portfolio and addresses critical fire safety compliance opportunity We’re pleased to announce the launch of our new, independent Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) service, which goes live this August. As a PTSG company, this new service line strengthens the PTSG Fire Solutions portfolio and responds to a strategically important opportunity in […]
Fire Compartmentation: Your Complete Guide to Legal Obligations and Life Safety Compliance
Download your FREE guide here As a building manager or owner, ensuring fire safety compliance isn’t just a legal requirement, it’s a fundamental responsibility to protect lives and property. Fire compartmentation stands as one of the most critical elements in your building’s fire safety strategy, yet many building operators struggle with incomplete records, unclear obligations […]
New FREE Guide: Fire Compartmentation Compliance Made Simple
Fire compartmentation compliance doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We’ve joined forces with our colleagues at Indepth – a PTSG company – to tackle the widespread challenges facing building managers today. Whether you’re dealing with missing documentation, unclear legal obligations, or struggling to coordinate multiple contractors, our combined expertise provides the solutions you need. What’s Inside […]
Neo Achieves Institution of Fire Engineers Affiliate Organisation Status
We’re delighted to announce that Neo has been awarded the prestigious Affiliate Organisation badge from the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), marking a significant achievement in our journey as fire safety professionals and a recognition which is a testament to our team’s dedication and expertise in the field. The Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) is […]
Fire Door Intumescent Seals: Maintenance and Replacement Guide
Fire doors represent a crucial element in any building’s passive fire protection strategy. However, even the most robustly constructed fire door will fail to perform its life-saving function without properly functioning intumescent seals. At Neo, our fire door maintenance experience involves maintaining thousands of fire doors across multiple sectors. Seal issues are among the most common […]
Neo Secures Position on CHIC’s Prestigious Fire and Building Safety Framework
Neo has been appointed to CHIC’s Fire and Building Safety Framework, marking a significant expansion of our fire safety services portfolio. The framework, which runs from February 2025 to January 2029, represents a strategic advancement in delivering comprehensive fire safety solutions to the social housing sector. The newly established framework, developed through extensive collaboration with […]
Tech-Driven Fire Safety: Leveraging Technology for Efficient University Fire Door Management
In an era where digital transformation touches every aspect of university operations, fire safety management is experiencing its own technological revolution. For university fire safety advisors managing extensive estates with thousands of fire doors, technology isn’t just an advantage—it’s becoming essential for maintaining effective safety standards while optimising resources. The Evolution of Fire Door Management […]
Budget-Friendly Fire Door Maintenance: Strategies for Building Safety Managers
With over 40,000 building fires occurring annually in the UK, maintaining compliant fire doors is non-negotiable. Yet for Building Safety Managers in social housing, balancing safety requirements with budget constraints remains a persistent challenge. Recent industry data suggests that a strategic repairs-first approach can reduce fire door maintenance costs by up to 60% compared to […]
Contractor Management 101: Ensuring Competent Fire Door Repairs Across Multiple Sites
For Building Safety Managers overseeing multiple social housing sites, selecting and managing competent contractors for fire door repairs is crucial. With the Building Safety Act 2022 raising accountability standards, the consequences of using unqualified contractors can be severe—both financially and legally. Understanding Competency Requirements The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and subsequent legislation mandate […]