Blogs

Spotlight on the Hitachi Chiller Project at London’s Caledonian Club The Caledonian Club is a members’ club for the Scottish community of London – a high-end home-from-home for Scots in the city. Voltix Services had the pleasure of upgrading their

Facilities maintenance gas accreditations are a commitment to safety and performance in the industry. The purpose of accreditation is to ensure the needs of people and the environment are met through suitable and optimal processes and building provisions. At Voltix

7 Challenges Faced by Embassies – And How They’re Solved by Effective Facilities Maintenance Embassies face a number of challenges related to the management and maintenance of consulate properties. In weighing up the value of in-house maintenance personnel versus facilities

Lessons From the Grenfell Tower Tragedy Could Become Law The Grenfell Tower tragedy has been rightfully dubbed ‘one of the UK’s worst modern disasters’ – an incident that left 72 people dead. The cause, spread, and effect of the fire

Securing The Best Health & Safety Frameworks – With Help From Facilities Maintenance As facilities managers and building owners, there is nothing more important than the health and safety of occupants and visitors. On this front, we rely on government

Vacant Buildings Are Full Of Facilities Maintenance Considerations When it comes to facilities maintenance responsibilities, it is not enough to board up the windows and walk away from vacant buildings. In this blog, we explore some key considerations around vacant

Using Facilities Maintenance For Health & Safety Best Practice Workplace safety is top-priority for employers and facilities managers. In 2022, it has been reported that more than a quarter of warehouse workers in the UK were affected by slips and

How Circular Economy Imperatives Affect Facilities Management and Maintenance The circular economy is a vital consideration as building and facilities management move towards more sustainable practices. This is an important shared responsibility in the face of an evolving global climate

What is the relationship between indoor air quality and facilities maintenance? Why is a focus on facilities maintenance for improved indoor air quality so important? One of the silver linings of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a growing mindfulness around

In his introduction to the government’s Facilities Maintenance Strategy for 2022-2030, Alex Chisholm said, “There is a direct link between the quality of workplaces and the services provided from them.” This strategy outlines how the government plans to use facilities