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The only way is up for Principle

Principle Window and High-Level Cleaning (PWHLC) has been awarded full accreditation by IRATA International (Industrial Rope Access Trade Association), the world’s leading authority in rope access. The accreditation is a major milestone for PWHLC, which has grown significantly since its ...

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A new approach to window cleaning

Robotic Cleaning Systems (RCS), a new start-up company with the latest robotic equipment is now carrying out cleaning assignments throughout the UK. Working at height is one of the most dangerous occupations, accounting for the most frequent cause of accidents ...

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Window Cleaning company fined after worker injured in fall from height

Premier Window Cleaners has been sentenced for safety breaches after a worker suffered bone fractures following a fall through a fragile roof light. Leeds Magistrates’ Court heard how, on 24 February 2016, three operatives were cleaning a 400-panel solar array ...

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NJC becomes IRATA member

Cleaning and support services business, NJC (Not Just Cleaning Ltd), has passed its recent audit to become an IRATA (International Rope Access Trade Association) member. IRATA is recognised as the world’s leading authority on industrial rope access and its techniques ...

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Total Solutions abseils away with TechServe Solutions

Facilities services provider, Total Solutions, has become the majority shareholder in specialist abseiling company, TechServe Solutions. The relationship will enable Total Solutions Group to self-deliver abseiling services for building maintenance and cleaning, building surveys, graffiti removal, pest control and other ...

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NWC and High Access join forces

Nationwide Window Cleaning (NWC) and High Access Maintenance have joined forces in the inaugural merger of two BGF-backed businesses, the first in the investor’s history. The merger creates one of the largest independent facilities management services companies in the UK, ...

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