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Fire Damper

A Complete Guide to Fire Damper Testing

Learn what fire damper testing involves, why it is important and how regular inspections help ensure fire dampers operate correctly in an emergency.

VMES · 6 October 2026

Ventilation Hygiene

What Is a Ventilation Hygiene Inspection?

Learn what a ventilation hygiene inspection involves, why it is carried out and how it helps assess the condition of commercial ventilation systems.

VMES · 29 September 2026

Hygiene

7 Signs Your Ventilation System Needs Cleaning

Learn the seven common signs that indicate your ventilation system may require inspection or cleaning to maintain performance, hygiene and indoor air quality.

VMES · 17 September 2026

TR19

TR19® Air vs TR19® Grease – What’s the Difference?

Understand the key differences between BESA TR19® Air and TR19® Grease, including what each standard covers and which applies to your ventilation system.

VMES · 26 August 2026

Ventilation Hygiene

How Often Should Ventilation Ductwork Be Cleaned?

Learn how often commercial ventilation ductwork should be inspected and cleaned, what affects cleaning frequency and why a planned maintenance programme is important.

VMES · 17 August 2026

TR19

Understanding BESA TR19® Air

An introduction to BESA TR19® Air, explaining the purpose of the standard, why ventilation hygiene matters and how building owners can demonstrate good practice.

VMES · 27 July 2026

VMES

Welcome to VMES

Welcome to the VMES blog, where we share ventilation industry news, expert guidance, company updates and practical advice to help building owners manage their systems.

VMES · 10 July 2026

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