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 


The withdrawal of BS 476-22, scheduled for 2 September 2029, marks a major change    


For contractors, facilities managers and architectural ironmongers,   BS 476 will remain compliant for their service life, any new installations after the withdrawal date must meet the new  potentially affect product availability,   


Fire doors play a critical role in


    effective performance depends on proper      


 


 Door manufacturers will need to retest      door sizes, glazing and ironmongery, and products previously considered interchangeable may no longer be  


remain valid until 2029, organisations   include maintaining accurate records  ensuring inspections are carried out by competent persons, and reviewing refurbishment or replacement programmes scheduled to be carried  Early engagement with manufacturers and suppliers will be essential to avoid  


of a wider regulatory alignment intended to improve consistency, reliability and   questions for the industry, it also places greater emphasis on traceability, evidence and the golden thread  


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acoustic sealing solutions, supplying   with manufacturers, test houses and contractors, the company provides technical guidance and practical solutions to help the industry respond 


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