Technical Notes.

Welcome to the Dewick & Associates resources library, your central repository for technical building documentation, engineering frameworks, and project handover checklists. Designed specifically for Tier 1 and 2 contractors, builders, and project managers, this section provides streamlined reference guides, information-required templates, and compliance matrices to simplify your handover process

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A guide outlining essential heat pump maintenance for Facilities Managers.

Air Source Heat Pump Maintenance: Keeping Systems Efficient, Reliable and Ready for Operation

Air source heat pumps (ASHPs) provide heating and, in some applications, cooling by transferring heat between the outside air and a building’s heating or cooling system. They are commonly used

October 20, 2026

Find out what Facilities Managers and maintenance teams need to know about why glazing care matters and key maintenance standards.

Maintenance Monday: Glazing Maintenance Guide

Why Is Glazing Maintenance Important? Glazing is an integral part of a building’s external envelope, providing natural light, weather protection, thermal performance, ventilation and, in some cases, fire resistance or

October 15, 2026

Technical note graphic for Australian Building Regulations Documentation Services detailing NCC compliance for contractors and developers.

Australian Building Regulations & NCC Compliance Documentation

Australia’s building regulatory framework requires compliance to be demonstrated through structured technical evidence rather than assumed design intent. While the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards and state and territory

October 12, 2026

Construction project manager reviewing Australian Building Regulations and National Construction Code (NCC) compliance plans.

Australian Building Regulations Explained: NCC, Australian Standards and Building Approvals

The design, construction and occupation of buildings in Australia are governed by a framework of legislation, technical codes and standards intended to ensure buildings are safe, accessible, energy efficient and

October 12, 2026

New Zealand Building Regulations Documentation Service

Code Compliance Solutions for Contractors, Designers and Building Consent Authorities. New Zealand’s building regulatory framework requires compliance to be demonstrated through structured technical evidence rather than assumed design intent. While

September 24, 2026

New Zealand Building Regulations Explained

Building Code Compliance, NZ Standards and Building Consent Framework. The design, construction and occupation of buildings in New Zealand are governed by a performance-based regulatory framework intended to ensure buildings

September 24, 2026

Grease interceptors protecting commercial drainage infrastructure from fats, oils and grease

Grease Interceptors: Protecting Drainage Infrastructure from Fats, Oils and Grease

What Do Grease Interceptors Do and Why Do They Require Maintenance? Grease interceptors are critical wastewater treatment assets designed to separate fats, oils, grease (FOG), and food solids from wastewater

September 3, 2026

Understanding Solar PV Systems: More Than Just Panels on a Roof

Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems have rapidly become standard infrastructure across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education and residential developments. While often viewed simply as “solar panels”, a PV installation is a complex

August 18, 2026

Understanding UK Building Regulations: A Technical Overview of the Approved Documents

Understanding UK Building Regulations: A Technical Overview of the Approved Documents

The Building Regulations (principally the Building Regulations 2010 in England and Wales, with parallel systems operating in Scotland and Northern Ireland) are statutory instruments established under the Building Act 1984.

August 4, 2026

Technical Note outlining engineering considerations for data centre design, including resilience, scalability, performance requirements and sustainable infrastructure.

Technical Note: Data Centres

Modern data centres demand integrated engineering solutions that prioritise resilience, operational continuity and long-term performance. This technical note explores the critical design considerations that shape mission-critical facilities, including electrical infrastructure,

July 28, 2026

JOINERY: Materials & Best Practices. Ensuring Efficiency, Safety and Longevity.

Joinery Maintenance: Best Practice

Joinery and architectural finishes define the visual identity, user experience, and functional layout of modern commercial interiors. From high-traffic office reception desks and hospital nurse stations to school tea preps

July 16, 2026

BCAR compliance documentation for construction projects in ROI including technical handover manuals and compliance information.

BCAR Compliance Documentation: What ROI Contractors Need to Achieve Certification

What documentation is required for BCAR compliance? BCAR compliance requires a structured set of construction, commissioning and handover documentation that demonstrates a building has been designed, constructed, inspected and commissioned

July 14, 2026