Restorative remediation: Global HSE Group outlines Injectaclad cavity barrier repair method

by Featured NewsPassive

Global HSE Group examines Injectaclad, its installation process, applications and key benefits for restoring cavity fire barriers

A building with significant defects in its external wall fire safety systems present serious risks to both the structure and the people inside.

For example, a structure with missing or defective cavity barriers can experience rapid fire spread within wall cavities, causing devastating consequences for businesses, property owners and residents, while also posing a serious threat to critical infrastructure and occupant safety.

For the responsible stakeholders, amending buildings to become safe can be both costly and disruptive, with many projects requiring a full-scale removal of the external façade which often leads to disruption.

One solution available that enables non-intrusive works is Injectaclad, a remediation system for missing or defective cavity fire barriers to be retrospectively installed using a pumped system.

How it works

Injectaclad, for which Global HSE Group is a QA-approved installation contractor, is installed through small access openings created along the required compartment lines.

These can run vertically, horizontally, or around features such as windows and doors.

The openings are typically formed at approximately two-metre intervals horizontally and generally at floor levels for vertical installations.

At these locations, 4mm stainless steel InjectaPins are inserted into pre-drilled 6mm holes within the cavity.

A cylindrical acrylic mesh sleeve, known as InjectaMesh, is then positioned on the pins to establish and maintain the required compartment line.

Once the mesh and pins are in place, Injectaclad SS17 is pumped into the InjectaMesh.

The material expands to fill the cavity void, forming a continuous cavity barrier that reinstates the intended fire compartmentation within the external wall system.

The system, which can be used on a variety of buildings, including high-rise, commercial and residential, works by creating a fire-stopping barrier inside hidden wall cavities without removing the external façade.

By filling the cavity at specific compartment lines with a pumped, fire-resistant material, Injectaclad helps prevent the spread of fire and smoke through the building’s external wall system.

Once fitted, it has been tested to have a working life of 50 years, offers up to 120 minutes of fire resistance and is designed in accordance with fire safety regulations such as BS EN 1366-4 and BS 8414-1 &1366 part 4.

Visit www.globalpassivefire.co.uk/our-services/injectaclad-cavity-barrier/ for more information.

This was originally published in the April 2026 Edition of International Fire & Safety Journal. To read your FREE copy, click here.

PlanRadar to support ESS across fire remediation projects

by ConstructionFeatured NewsProjects

PlanRadar selected for fire remediation compliance

PlanRadar has been appointed by Errigal Sustainable Solutions (ESS) as its long-term digital partner for fire remediation projects, with the platform set to support building safety and compliance across ESS’s portfolio.

PlanRadar announced that ESS selected the platform after a six-month evaluation process.

ESS, a specialist residential contractor working for housing associations, local authorities and private developers, chose the system to simplify compliance with the Building Safety Act, especially at Gateway 2 and 3 stages.

The platform will be implemented from the ground up and will bring fire-stopping records and quality checks into one central digital hub.

ESS said this will give it visibility across its project portfolio and maintain a consistent Golden Thread of data through the building lifecycle.

PlanRadar to support quality monitoring

A key part of the appointment is the use of PlanRadar to digitise site inspections and strengthen quality monitoring on fire remediation work.

Ray Toft, Managing Director at Errigal Sustainable Solutions, said: “We are a quality-led, relationship-driven business that views itself as a service provider first.

“Partnering with PlanRadar allows us to embed Tier 1-level digital systems from the start, rather than retrofitting legacy technology.

“PlanRadar is not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution.

“Its adaptability means we can evolve the platform alongside our team.

“We were particularly impressed by its AI capabilities, having a system that learns from our data to validate compliance documentation could be a game-changer for fire remediation.”

ESS said the digitised inspection process is intended to reduce rework and help high-stakes fire safety tasks be completed correctly the first time.

PlanRadar partnership to cover project visibility

PlanRadar’s UK team said the partnership is intended to standardise quality monitoring and improve real-time visibility across projects.

Rob Norton, UK Director at PlanRadar, added: “We are pleased to partner with Errigal Sustainable Solutions.

“Their vision and experience demonstrate how technology can tackle the industry’s most pressing regulatory challenges.

“By using PlanRadar to standardise quality monitoring and gain real-time visibility across all projects, ESS is ideally positioned to minimise rework and drive operational efficiency.

“Together, we aim to not just meet compliance requirements but deliver superior transparency and service to their clients.”

The collaboration will also provide social landlords and developers with visibility over project progress and data to support building safety cases.

Apply now: Fire Remediation Programme Information Manager based in London

by Breaking NewsBuilding ManagementPeopleSafety

Click here to apply

Role: Fire Remediation Programme Information Manager

Salary: £56,375 pa + benefits

Location: South East London

Are you passionate about building safety and delivering excellent customer service? Do you have a strong background in managing complex property information and ensuring compliance with key regulations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Fire Remediation Team.

As the Fire Remediation Programme Information Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and dissemination of fire remediation programme and project information. Working closely with internal stakeholders and the major works team, you will maintain compliance with building safety legislation while upholding the Golden Thread of project information throughout all stages of the process, from conception to completion. 

You will also take responsibility for developing and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs), compiling crucial building data to support claims and grant applications, and managing financial performance records. Additionally, you will participate in programme reviews to enhance efficiency, ensure regulatory submissions are timely and accurate, and support collaborative efforts across the organisation.

To be successful in this role, you’re: 

  • A driven, proactive individual who embodies our commitment to safety, service, and excellence.

Key Skills and Experience:

  • Proven experience in property information management, ideally in fire remediation or compliance.
  • Strong project management skills, particularly around programme and cost information.
  • Proficiency in SharePoint and other IT tools for property management.
  • Excellent organisational, planning, and administrative abilities.
  • High attention to detail with strong literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Knowledge of construction documentation and a solid understanding of the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

Here just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody: 

  • 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays  
  • two additional paid volunteering days each year 
  • flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 
  • 4 x salary life assurance
  • up to 10% pension contribution

Closing date: 29th July 2025 at midnight.

PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.

Click here to apply

Fire Remediation Programme Information Manager job opens in South East London: Summary

Peabody is hiring a Fire Remediation Programme Information Manager in South East London.

The role pays £56,375 per year.

Applications close at midnight on 29 July 2025.

Key duties include managing compliance data and reporting on fire safety programmes.

The post requires experience in property information management and knowledge of GDPR.

Peabody does not provide visa sponsorship.