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The GGF is looking forward to exhibiting on stand number FX715 at FIREX International (18-20 June 2019) at London Excel.

At FIREX the GGF will be showing live before and after exhibits showing how glass reacts under heat and fire conditions, video demonstrations showing fire resistant glazing in operation and there’s also a special fire safety presentation by Adrian Blaydon, GGF Technical Officer, in the seminar area. But what else can visitors to this important trade show expect?

FIREX International is the largest annual fire safety tradeshow in Europe
Whether you are a manufacturer, supplier or installer, FIREX International provides you with fire safety solutions and knowledge to help keep your property and people safe. This is what to expect at this year’s show:

Expert Guidance and Training
The complimentary seminars and workshops offer you invaluable insights into key development areas in the fire safety industry, including the ongoing Grenfell Inquiry and the forthcoming review of Approved Document B. Improve your expert product knowledge to give you the edge you need to win new business.
Over three days you will have access to 25+ hours of free conference sessions in the Expertise and Guidance Theatre and FPA Infozone, you can also book to attend the co-located Tall Buildings Conference.

Latest Fire Safety Technology
Thousands of the latest fire safety products will be showcased by leading exhibitors from all over the world including InproEurope, TBA Protective Technologies Ltd., The A1S Group, Xylem Water Solutions UK Ltd, HSI Fire and Safety Group LLC. The BRE Group will also host the LPCB RedBook Pavilion, a high-profile destination where visitors can speak with manufacturers of quality certified products.
Meet global manufacturers and local distributors for a full overview of the market. It is a chance to get face time with innovators and source and compare the latest technologies. FIREX International is also the preferred forum for new product launches. Understand how the different products integrate and get your questions answered by technicians wearing ‘Show Me How’ badges.

Bespoke Networking Opportunities
FIREX provides a complimentary matchmaking tool which enables visitors and exhibitors to connect and book meetings ahead of the show, allowing you to efficiently manage your event schedule. It is the region’s most important show in terms of end-user participation, giving you valuable networking opportunities with the end users and consultants who influence purchasing decisions.
Catch up and network with industry colleagues at one of the many social spaces at the event, including the FIA Bar. You can also connect with hundreds more exhibitors and visitors across security, safety and facilities management at FIREX’s co-located trade-shows: IFSEC, Safety & Health Expo and the Facilities Show.

The next edition of FIREX International takes place 18-20 June 2019 at ExCeL London. Register for your free ticket: FIREXInternational.co.uk/GGF1

All Members are invited to visit the GGF stand #FX715 at this trade show and receive technical guidance and a free hard copy of the GGF Fire Resistant Glazing Guide.

Fire safety within construction has come under increased scrutiny and as a result the GGF Fire Resistant Glazing Group (FRGG) attended the FIREX show at London ExCel, on 19th to 21st June 2018.

Over the three days, the GGF raised greater awareness of the principles of Fire Resistant Glazing, encouraging best practice. There were live exhibits of Fire-Resisting Glass showcasing the before and after effects of fire, and an educational presentation on “Fire-rated Glazing – Getting It Right, Getting it Wrong” by Adrian Blaydon, GGF Technical Officer.

Steve Rice, GGF Director of Technical Affairs, commented, “Following the Grenfell Tower fire last year, we all need to take responsibility and report signs of where fire safety is an issue. The outcome at FIREX was encouraging and we will continue to assist others within their fire regulations.”

At FIREX the GGF had three exhibits with the largest being two samples of fire-resisting glass; which strangely enough ended up being three exhibits in one, as visitors were fascinated leaving them wanting to know more. This exhibit was a clear pane and next to it was the same glass after being subjected to twenty minutes of a fire test. The contrast was definitely marked and with several people even remarking that it looks like a piece of modern art.

The second exhibit was of a pane of glass which had been extracted from an actual fire event. Whilst it had certainly seen better days; it was evident that the glass had performed well, visibly showing how the glass had reacted to the fire.

The final exhibit was an ‘anatomy of a Fire-Resistant door’; effectively slicing through a glazed door, exposing all the elements within the system. This stressed the consistent message being put out by the FRGG – at FIREX 2018, during the GGF’s speaking slot and within the “Guide to Best Practice in the Specification and Use of Fire-Resistant Glazed Systems.”

The informative and educational presentation by Adrian outlined the best practice guidance on multiple components of a Fire-Resistant Glazing system. This focused on how non fire-rated glass products react in a fire situation, showing how they are likely to fail spontaneously or within a short amount of time. In consideration of Grenfell Tower, the presentation on “Fire-Rated Glazing – Getting It Right, Getting it Wrong” discussed the importance of how glass plays its part in the fire safety strategy of a building.

At the show, the GGF launched the newly revised Fire Resistant Glazing Guide (RRP £150) giving away free hard copies to all who attended the presentation.

Over the last year, fire safety within construction has come under increased scrutiny and as a result the GGF Fire Resistant Glazing Group (FRGG) has upped the ante, raising greater awareness of best practice within fire-resistant glazing and increasing its presence with live exhibits at the FIREX International 2018 event – held from 19-21 June at London ExCel.

At FIREX, the GGF will be underlining the principles of Fire Resistant Glazing; and why building contractors, designers, architects and specifiers should ensure they are using experienced qualified companies, by using GGF Members to carry out the supply and installation of fire resistant glazing.

Steve Bond Chairman of the FRGG added, “The subject of fire-resistance within construction has been a highly focused topic. As the leading voice of the industry, this is a great opportunity for the GGF to assist in identifying the use of fire resistant glazing. The exhibits at the stand will display the before and after effects of a fire. There will also be an exhibit from an actual fire event showing how the glass will function in such a situation.”

At FIREX, the GGF will launch a newly revised edition of “A Guide to Best Practice in the Specification and Use of Fire-Resistant Glazed Systems”; which clarifies the key elements associated with achieving a fire-resistance performance from a glazed system.

At the show, the GGF will be giving away a free hard copy of the amended Fire Resistant Glazing Guide (RRP £150) to the first 20 visitors to the GGF stand A475 at the show.

In addition, there will be a video presentation showcasing how fire resistant glazing is installed properly and can provide valuable protection in the event of a fire.

GGF Technical Officer, Adrian Blaydon will also be delivering a presentation on “Fire-rated Glazing – Doing It Right, Doing it Wrong” which highlights the importance of fire resistant glazing and how glass plays its part in the fire safety strategy of a building. The presentation takes place at FIREX on Wednesday 20th June at 4.30pm.

Adrian commented, “I am looking forward to presenting the benefits and importance of fire resistant glazing at FIREX. As well as the presentation, the GGF technical team will be on hand at the event and will answer technical questions regarding the performance of fire resistant glazing systems.”

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The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) is ready to cover various aspects of fire glazing at the FIREX show taking place on the 19th to 21st June at London ExCel on stand A475.

In consideration of Grenfell Tower, the presentation on “Fire-rated Glazing – Getting It Right, Getting it Wrong” will discuss the importance of how glass plays its part in the fire strategy of a building.

This informative and educational presentation will highlight the multiple components of a fire-resistant glazing system and will show – through the promotion of best practice – what building contractors, designers, architects and specifiers need in order to achieve a fully-certified fire performance from their glazing.

Adrian Blaydon, GGF Technical Officer and Secretary of the Fire Resistant Glazing Group (FRGG) explained: “By attending this presentation, you will gain an appreciation of the significance of fire-resistant glazing, the performance levels of which it is capable; and how vital it is to combine the appropriate materials along with the correct installation method to achieve a certified fire-resisting performance.”

The unique discussion will focus on how non fire-rated glass products react in a fire situation, depicting how they are likely to fail spontaneously or within a short amount of time. This exclusive presentation will touch upon the types of fire performances required; and how glass, framing, glazing seals and installation combine to achieve them.

At the FIREX show the GGF will also be giving away a free hard copy of the newly launched Fire Resistant Glazing Guide (RRP £150) to the first 20 visitors to the GGF stand.

FIREX runs from 19^th to 21^st June at London’s ExCel.

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The Fire Resistant Glazing Group (FRGG) is a specialist group reporting to the Glazing Executive of the GGF. It consists of manufacturers, distributors and installers of fire resistant glazing products. Learn more on the FRGG Group page.

The GGF Fire Resistant Glazing Group will be raising the profile of fire resistant glazing at the FIREX International expo in London this June

Ever since the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower last year, fire safety has not just been at the forefront of many minds but has become a priority on the national agenda for government. Naturally a lot of the focus has fallen on the construction industry. The GGF Fire Resistant Glazing Group (FRGG) remains committed to providing the best industry guidance to protect people from fire and the effects of fire.

Specifically this relates to the safety of building occupants, while allowing unhindered access for rescue crews. Fire-resistant glazing physically separates people and valuable objects from flames, smoke, heat and other products of combustion, which is critical for safe egress.

FIREX International, taking place at ExCel London from 19-21 June, is the annual expo connecting the global fire and security markets, giving fire and security professionals access to the very latest technology from suppliers across the world, cutting-edge solutions and the essential knowledge to ensure life safety

This year once more the GGF is to exhibit at the fire protection and prevention event where we’ll be highlighting the importance of fire resistant glazing and why building contractors, designers, architects and specifiers should ensure they use trusted, qualified companies such as GGF Members to carry out the supply and installation of fire resistant glazing.

The GGF technical team will be on hand to answer technical questions regarding the performance of fire resistant glazing systems.

Adrian Blaydon, GGF Technical Officer and Secretary of the FRGG commented: “Over the last twelve months, the subject of fire-resistance within construction has been very much in the spotlight. The Guide to Best Practice in the Specification and Use of Fire-Resistant Glazed Systems offers assistance as to how glass can play its part in a building’s fire strategy, and we are pleased that the updated guide will be published in June with the launch planned for FIREX.”

The GGF will also deliver a presentation at the event titled “Fire-rated Glazing – Getting It Right, Getting it Wrong”. This will examine the important role glass plays in the fire strategy of a building.

If you’re one of the lucky first 20 visitors to the GGF stand at FIREX (we’ll be on stand A475), you’ll be rewarded with a free hard copy of the newly launched Fire Resistant Glazing Guide (RRP £150).

FIREX International 2018 – key informationDates: 19-21 JuneLocation: Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XLGGF stand: Stand A475

Interested in attending? Register for your free FIREX ticket here

The Fire Resistant Glazing Group (FRGG) is a specialist group reporting to the Glazing Executive of the GGF. It consists of manufacturers, distributors and installers of fire resistant glazing products. Learn more on the FRGG Group page.

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It was barely one hour into the FIT Show when Kevin Buckley, GGF Group Chief Executive provided visitors to his opening seminar with some food for thought, as he shared the GGF’s findings from the extensive research conducted by the Federation in 2018. The GGF’s market research set out to gauge market sizes and trends, but just as important, it was devised to give Members a platform from which the GGF could listen to expectations and concerns and enable the GGF to look for solutions to help companies prepare for changes in an ever-evolving business environment.

The GGF surveyed hundreds of leading companies in the UK market asking for their views on business growth, the barriers to growth and also their perspectives on key issues affecting the industry. Here are the key highlights and commentary from the presentation.

On business growth in 2019:

• Over half of companies in the UK industry expect to grow
• A quarter expect no growth
• One in ten companies expect a decrease in business

On employment in the industry:

• 31% of companies expect to increase their number of employees
• Over 50% expect their workforce to remain at the same level

On the barriers to growth

• 4 in ten companies felt increasing competition in the market would prevent growth
• One third felt there could be a reduction in demand for their products 
• 40% felt their business would struggle to grow because of the lack of available skilled labour
• Almost half of those surveyed (46%) believed economic uncertainty would be a barrier to business growth.

During his presentation, Kevin commented on the pending issue of the UK leaving the European Union. “We are acutely aware of the issues ahead including the potential impact of Brexit with or without a deal. Concerns such as increased skilled labour shortages, potential materials shortages and of course the maintenance of technical standards have been high in our priorities.
The GGF has been extensively involved in discussions with government and other construction trade bodies on this subject. We have been cascading information to our Members and the wider industry via trade, political and the broader media to help the industry prepare for the worst-case outcomes. However, the most useful advice I can offer is, “be prepared”. There’s a lot of information out there and the GGF is helping members to navigate and understand it.”

Energy efficiency was the next area addressed by Kevin as he revealed the following in his presentation.  

• Over half of companies experienced an increase in energy efficiency business in 2018
• The sector that experienced the highest increase was residential replacement with almost three quarters of companies seeing an increase.
• The main barriers to growth for energy efficient products were:
  • Over half believed lack of government initiatives was a factor
  • Lack of consumer awareness of the benefits of energy efficiency (just under half of respondents felt this was a cause preventing growth in the sector)
  • Just over one third felt Government policies and legislation didn’t endorse energy efficient glazing

In light of these results, Kevin added, “The GGF is highly proactive on the promotion of energy efficiency and healthy homes. There’s a great deal going on behind the scenes and we’re involved in; the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Energy Efficiency, roundtable discussions with local and national Government departments and holding dialogue with Ministers to local councillors through to senior civil servants. We are also in collaboration with key partners such as British Energy Efficiency Federation, Construction Products Association and National Home Improvement Council. In addition, we have been responding to consultations such as the recent review of the rate of VAT for energy saving products and lobbying for glazing to be included in the 5% rating instead of the 20% rating.”

The seminar also covered the growing concern around shortages of skilled labour in the industry. The GGF research showed that 40% of companies see it as growing problem affecting their business. Respondents to the survey also indicated the type of training they need and this has resulted in the GGF developing its “Training the Industry” programme.

The GGF survey on training showed:

• 58% of companies want surveyor training
• 48% want installer training
• 44% want Fire Resistant Glazing Training

Kevin commented, “When we received the results of the training survey last year, we set out our training strategy and in October 2018, we launched our first training courses as part of our broad training programme. Today we are offering accredited training courses in five different locations across the UK and Ireland covering Installation, Surveying and Fire Resistant Glazing Installation. We’ve also recently spoken to government, calling for reform on the subject of Trailblazer apprenticeships in our sector and more recently, as a supporter of the Building our Skills campaign, we are keen to raise visibility of careers in our industry to school leavers and people of all ages who are looking to change career. Our industry has many positive career paths and we were pleased to be part of the Skills Thursday debates during the FIT Show.”

On his debut at FIT Show, Kevin summed up the experience, “It is my first visit to FIT Show and to be asked to do such a broad and important presentation in just 20 minutes, at the very start of the show, was fairly challenging. However, I hope those who attended, found the information shared both interesting and useful. These are just some of the findings from our research and we will be revealing more in depth research data later this year at our Members’ Day in September. Finally, I would like to thank the FIT Show organisers for the opportunity to present at the exhibition.”