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PROTECTING PEOPLE, ASSETS & OPERATIONS Protecting Buildings. Supporting Businesses.
ISSUE 3 JULY 2026
Inside: How IFS secured Wales’ largest education campus
EVANS GROUP
IFS FACILITIES COMPLIANCE
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Fairwater Community Campus WRU Principality Stadium 5 Hidden Risks Costing Your Building
FAIRWATER
COMMUNITY CAMPUS DELIVERING LIFE SAFETY & SECURITY SYSTEMS ACROSS WALES’ LARGEST EDUCATIONAL FACILITY STEVE JONES & MICHELLE VINCENT DIRECTORS OF INNOVATIVE F&S (PART OF EVANS GROUP)
IFS PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
KEY PROJECT STATS
1,700+
1,450 PUPILS
FIRE DEVICES
400+
CCTV CAMERAS
500+
ACCESS CONTROLLED DOORS
230+
INTRUDER DEVICES
200 STAFF
3 SCHOOLS
12,000m2 CAMPUS
THE CHALLENGE
THE SOLUTION
THE OUTCOME
Building Wales’ largest educational campus required fully integrated life safety & security systems capable of supporting 1,450 pupils and 200 staff across three schools.
Innovative Fire & Security designed, installed and commissioned a complete integrated solution including:
Over the past 18 months, Innovative Fire & Security has successfully delivered a fully integrated life safety & security solution across the site.
12,000m2 CAMPUS
Fire Alarm System CCTV System Access Control & Door Entry System EVC & Disabled Alarm Systems Intruder Alarm System
The majority of systems have now been handed over with the project entering its final phase and IFS awarded the ongoing maintenance.
“Innovative Fire & Security delivered a fully integrated solution across one of Wales’ most complex education facilities, safely, professionally and to programme.” FIRE ALARM SYSTEM
EVC & DISABLED ALARM SYSTEMS
CCTV SYSTEM
ACCESS CONTROL & DOOR ENTRY SYSTEM
INTRUDER ALARM SYSTEM
10 Control Panels
4 Control Panels
400+ Cameras
500+ Doors & gates
30+ Detection Loops
Disabled Refuge Outstations
Multi-screen video wall
Master Control Panel
Wired & wireless locking systems
6 x Keypads
1,700+ Devices
80+ Disabled Alarm Points
DDA-compliant IP Intercom Panels
Signalling to Cardiff ARC
Aspirating Detection Systems
230+ Devices
Various remote viewing locations True closed network Strong Fibre backbone Dedicated Switches
CCTV MONITORING SUITE
ACCREDITED, COMPLIANT & TRUSTED
Management of staff, visitors & pupils WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE IFS NSI Gold Approved BAFE Accredited Design, Installation & Commissioning Integrated Life Safety Systems 24/7 Maintenance Support Proven Delivery of Complex Projects
WRU
EVANS
PRINCIPALITY STADIUM
FACILITY SERVICES
DAN MOLCHER & RICHARD WILLIAMS - DIRECTORS
FIVE YEARS OF TRUSTED SUPPORT - FIVE MORE YEARS AWARDED OF ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE & EVENT SUPPORT For more than five years, Evans has been the trusted electrical maintenance partner for the Principality Stadium, supporting one of Europe’s most recognised sporting and entertainment venues.
5 YEARS +
50+ EVENTS
Trusted electrical maintenance partner
High-profile events supported
THE CHALLENGE Maintaining a national stadium requires expert coordination, strict security, confidentiality and zero disruption during major events. Packed schedule of international sporting events, concerts and major productions. Complex access, permits, keys and stakeholder coordination. Maintaining critical infrastructure including emergency lighting, roof walks, UPS, HV networks and generators. Working with multiple specialist contractors in a highly technical environment.
FULL STADIUM EICR
PRINCIPAL CONTRACTOR
UEFA 2028 SUPPORT
Electrical Installation Condition Report completed
On major refurbishment projects
Active engagement with UEFA for Euro 2028
OUR SOLUTION
OUTCOMES
Unrivalled understanding of the stadium’s systems and operations. Completed the full EICR across the stadium. Delivered planned & reactive maintenance across all critical electrical systems including lighting, UPS, HV, generators, data & more. Introduced a OneDrive reporting system with dedicated folders for certs, photos and real time fault tracking. Acted as Principal Contractor on major projects including DRUPS, bar refurbishments and NCE Recovery Suite.
Over 50 high-profile events supported safely & efficiently. Zero disruption to stadium operations during planned works. Digital reporting provides full transparency, traceability and realtime access. Seamless coordination with specialist contractors across all disciplines. Unmatched knowledge of stadium systems enabling fast fault resolution. Complete stadium EICR delivered in line with BS 7671. Trusted partner for the WRU.
BEST PRACTICE Adoption of SFG20 standards & continuous improvement to drive operational excellence and long term reliability.
SOCIAL VALUE Supporting local jobs, apprentices, charities, schools & grassroots rugby across South Wales since 1994.
ADDED VALUE INNOVATION & DIGITAL OneDrive reporting, digital testing and future CAFM integration for enhanced efficiency and compliance.
Five years of partnership, innovation & delivery ensuring the Principality Stadium remains safe, reliable and ready for the moments that matter.
SAFE RELIABLE INNOVATIVE TRUSTED
EVANS THE COST OF 5 HIDDEN RISKS GROUP REACTIVE COSTING YOUR BUILDING MAINTENANCE TIME, MONEY & COMPLIANCE Small issues today can become major problems tomorrow. Reactive maintenance impacts more than just your budget. EMERGENCY CALL OUTS Urgent call outs are more expensive and harder to plan.
COMPLIANCE FAILURES Missed checks can lead to breaches, fines & legal liability.
Many building issues aren’t obvious until they cause disruption, noncompliance or unexpected costs. Here are five hidden risks we see on sites every day - and how to stay ahead of them.
EMERGENCY LIGHTING NOT TESTED Emergency lighting that isn’t tested regularly may fail when you need it most, putting people at risk and putting compliance in question.
FIRE ALARM INTERFACES Issues with alarm interfaces can compromise and delay critical alerts in an emergency.
EVANS INSIGHT We recommend monthly functional tests and annual duration tests, fully documented and compliant with BS 5266-1.
EVANS INSIGHT Regular inspections & testing ensure interfaces activate as intended in the event of a fire.
BUSINESS DISRUPTION Faults and outages can disrupt operations and damage reputation.
HIGHER REPAIR COSTS Minor issues left too long often lead to extensive repairs.
SHORTER ASSET LIFE Poor maintenance reduces the life and efficiency of your assets.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS APPROACHING END OF LIFE Ageing electrical systems are more likely to fail, become inefficient and pose a greater risk of fault or downtime.
POOR PLANNED MAINTENANCE Skipping or delaying maintenance can lead to recurring faults, increased costs and reduced system reliability.
LACK OF ASSET INFORMATION & DIGITAL RECORDS Without accurate asset data and service history, it’s harder to stay compliant, plan maintenance and make informed decisions.
Proactive maintenance protects people, ensures compliance and saves money.
EVANS INSIGHT Planned assessments identify at-risk assets early so you can budget, plan upgrades and avoid emergency failures.
EVANS INSIGHT A structured maintenance plan keeps your systems reliable, reduces breakdowns and extends asset life.
EVANS INSIGHT Digital records and real-time reporting give you complete visibility, traceability and control of your compliance.
LET EVANS TAKE CARE OF IT From compliance and testing to planned maintenance and digital reporting, we deliver complete peace of mind.
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