APPOINTMENTS & NEWS 11


Freefoam Cork plant now powered by 100% renewable energy


F


reefoam Building Products is proud to announce that its Cork manufacturing facility is now operating entirely on


renewable energy. This milestone marks a signifi cant achievement in Freefoam’s fi ve-year Sustainability Plan, launched earlier this year, and reinforces the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility. The Cork plant, which runs 24/7 producing long lasting building products, now sources its electricity from a mix of resources including some solar and wind energy. Kevin Cronin, chief operating offi cer, commented: “Freefoam has set clear and ambitious sustainability targets. Transitioning to renewable electricity is a major step toward reducing our carbon emissions and building a more sustainable future.” This initiative is part of a broader strategy to embed sustainable business practices across Freefoam’s operations. Dedicated energy teams at each site are actively exploring ways to improve effi ciency and reduce energy consumption. “This change is something all businesses can take on,” Kevin added. “We believe it’s the right choice and one that quantifi ably reduces our greenhouse gas emissions.” With numerous projects underway, Freefoam


is accelerating its circular economy activities. “We’re on a journey,” Kevin concluded. “Our aim


is to put reduce, re-use, and recycle at the heart of everything we do.” This move positions Freefoam as a


future-fi t organisation and a responsible partner for customers seeking sustainable solutions.


01604 591110 www.freefoam.com


Targeted fi re alerts with ESPA paging: A smarter safety solution for Southampton


T


he University of Southampton, a multi- campus estate with a leading research institution, has recently enhanced its


fi re safety provision for deaf and hard-of- hearing


individuals through a pioneering


paging system installation. Advanced’s MxPro 5 fi re panels, integrated with the ESPA Pager Interface, form the core of the new solution delivered by Premier Fire Security and Scope Communications, providing targeted alerts and improved accessibility across the university. With over 200


Advanced panels


deployed across the site, including two networks of 30–40 nodes and a growing number


of extinguishing panels, the


university required a solution that could deliver precise, location-specifi c fi re alerts to individuals without relying on traditional audio


alarms. The ESPA 4.4.4-compliant


Pager Interface from Advanced provided the ideal bridge between the fi re detection system and Scope’s PageTek Pro Mk2 transmitter


The installation also includes a dedicated paging group for engineers, janitors, security, and fi re marshals, who receive diagnostic and fault messages from the Advanced network. This group can also trigger fi re messages for specifi c locations, enhancing operational control and coordination. Rob Baker, Head of Technical Support at Scope Communications, said: “This project demonstrates


how


and EPOCBLUM pagers. The system is confi gured so that each building or group of buildings triggers a distinct pager address. This ensures that only relevant alerts reach the end user, reducing confusion and improving response times. Users can manually program their pagers to activate or deactivate specifi c locations, with password protection for added security. For nighttime safety, Scope’s pillow pad


and nightstand accessories


ensure that alerts are received even while users are asleep.


powerful the ESPA


interface can be when paired with our paging technology. The system ensures that alerts are both accurate and accessible, and we’re proud to support Premier Fire Security in expanding this solution across the university.” The long-term vision is to roll out the paging system to all student halls, allowing pagers to be reconfi gured for use anywhere on campus. This approach not only improves safety but streamlines inventory and reduces costs.


0345 894 7000 www.advancedco.com


WWW.BUILDINGCONSTRUCTIONDESIGN.CO.UK


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34