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29 Healthcare Estates 2025: Industry in action IHEEM’s annual event returned to Manchester in October 2025, bringing together estates professionals, industry leaders, and NHS staff for two packed days of learning, networking, and future-focused debate.
35 My chemical romance: Water safety in healthcare Microbial growth in healthcare water can pose serious risks. Dr Cathy Whapham, Dr Jimmy Walker and Dr Vicky Katsemi examine the limits of biocides and explain the elements that are critical to effective control.
41 Benefits of digitising critical ventilation system verifications A fully digital approach to verification is reshaping how critical ventilation systems are managed. Stephen Bartlett, director at Invigilatis, argues that digitised processes ensure consistent and clearer reporting, and looks at how AI will increasingly enhance benchmarking and predictive maintenance.
46 Raising safety and standards in hospital construction The Grenfell Tower tragedy reshaped approaches to building safety across the UK. Knauf’s Mandeep Bansal says healthcare estates face clear responsibilities: safety and performance must never be compromised.
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The rise of connected laundry systems Connected laundry systems are becoming the cornerstone of modern healthcare estates, supporting smarter operations, compliance and predictive maintenance. Electrolux’s Mick Christian explores why, as healthcare estates evolve, smart laundry is no longer a luxury, but an operational necessity.
55 Case study: Legionella control in hospital water systems Goodwater conducted an evaluation of monochloramine disinfection across two oncology hospitals which had persistent Legionella pneumophila contamination. The study introduced a controlled dosing system.
59 Power-related challenges in NHS estates With the NHS driving toward Net Zero, AE Eugene Conroy highlights common power-related issues across ageing estates and explains why resilient, future-ready electrical infrastructure is essential.
65 Solar solutions for healthcare estates As energy costs surge, healthcare estates are looking at on-site solar power. RenEnergy’s Damian Baker explores how solar PV can help healthcare providers both cut emissions and reduce costs.
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69 Delivering healthcare closer to home With the NHS facing radical change, healthcare design must reflect new forms of service delivery. Mark Dando of Pick Everard explores how the high street could unlock convenience and ease of access for patients.
73 From data to decisions: The smart hospital revolution Dr Janina Beilner of Siemens argues that integrating AI, digital twins, and smart infrastructure is essential for transforming hospitals into resilient environments that optimise both efficiency and patient care.
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77 Case study: Eco-friendly privacy solution reducing costs Hospitals are under growing pressure to balance patient comfort with sustainable and cost-effective solutions. Sustainability expert Jonas Fribo-Søndergaard explores how reusable privacy screens offer a hygienic, eco- friendly alternative to curtains, improving infection control while reducing operational costs.
81 Rethinking communication in modern hospitals Effective communication is key to safe, efficient hospital operations. Kevin Brown of BlueSky Wireless explores how integrated communication platforms can improve coordination, strengthen compliance, and improve response across healthcare estates.
84 How AI is transforming the NHS patient journey From referral and booking to discharge and recovery, AI is helping NHS Trusts create safer, more efficient and connected patient journeys. John Clarke of Netcall, explores the practical ways AI and automation are improving care.
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