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White metal airtight access panel set flush into a dark wall, lit by a warm orange glow Specification & Technical

Airtight Access Panels: Why They Matter and How They’re Measured

Why airtight access panels matter for building performance, how airtightness is tested and measured, and where they're specified across UK projects.

23 Apr 2026 4 min read
White fire-rated metal access panel in a wall with an intense orange fire glow on one side Specification & Technical

Fire Ratings Explained: Understanding E, EI and Fire Resistance Performance

What fire ratings mean — E versus EI, what the minutes refer to, how ratings are tested, and why insulation performance matters.

23 Apr 2026 4 min read
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