5 minutes with… Nick Jones

Q: What is your role at DEF-UK, and what are your responsibilities? A: I’m the Design Manager at DEF UK.  I support the development of our incredible design team; ensuring we have the right tools, information and training to deliver…

5 Minutes with… Elissa Shaw

Q: What is your role at DEF-UK, and what are your responsibilities? A: I am the Business Development Executive, and I am responsible for driving growth and development for DEF-UK. My primary focus is identifying and creating new business…

Ensuring a Merry & Safe Christmas: Fire Safety Tips for the Festive Season

The Christmas season is a time for joy, celebrating and creating memories with our family and friends. However, amongst the twinkling lights, decorations and warmth of the festivities, it’s essential to prioritise safety especially when it…

DEF-UK Annual End of Year Event 2023

On Thursday 30th November, we held our Annual End of Year event at the Flight Club in Cheltenham, a spectacular bar and the home of social darts! We had a superb evening playing a variety of different dart games, all of which were a great…
Fire Detection and Alarm Systems

Knock Knock… it’s no Coincidence

BS5839-1 is a code of practice and provides as series of recommendations rather than requirements. Within this standard reference is made to both the terms – ‘double knock’ and ‘coincidence’.  The meaning and application of these…

Getting to know… Dominic Drew

An insight into why Dominic enjoys working for DEF-UK Q: Tell us what your role is here at DEF, and briefly explain what it is you do day-to-day? A: My role at DEF UK is Lead CAD Engineer, I am responsible for managing the CAD team…

Battle of the Flames: Passive VS. Active Fire Protection

Passive Fire Protection and Active Fire Protection? Don’t you just choose one or the other? There’s still confusion over the distinction between them both. ‘Passive’ and ‘Active’ are not measured on quality or effectiveness, you…

DEF-UK attend the Fire Industry Association Annual AGM Lunch Event!

Some of the team had the pleasure of attending the Fire Industry Association Annual AGM Lunch event hosted in London on Thursday 9th November 2023. We had a fantastic day full of networking with new and old faces within the industry, a…

Getting to know… Ruth Martin

An insight into why Ruth enjoys working for DEF-UK Q: Tell us what your role is here at DEF, and briefly explain what it is you do day-to-day? A: I am a Quality and Compliance Officer. I review and update quality documentation. Q:…

Don’t Let Halloween Go Up in Smoke: Fire Protection and Safety Tips for a Spooktacular Night!

Halloween is the spookiest time of the year, filled with ghouls, ghosts, and goodies. But amidst all the fun and frights, it's essential to keep safety in mind, especially when it comes to fire prevention and protection. Whether you're…