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Aurora is proud to announce our new collaboration with FDM Training and Development, the UK’s largest quality-based, practical fire door training centre.

FDM are experts in upskilling workforces across the fire door supply chain. Their state-of-the-art training facilities offer accredited courses in fire door installation, inspection, remedial works and more. From contractors and installers to inspectors and facilities managers, FDM ensures every learner leaves with the skills, knowledge and confidence to carry out their role to the highest standards.

As they put it themselves: they are “by industry, for industry.”

At Aurora, we take that same ethos and apply it to technology. Our next-generation fire door management software helps organisations monitor the entire lifecycle of every fire door - from installation to inspections, through to remedial actions - all in one intuitive platform. By maintaining the “golden thread” of building safety information, Aurora ensures no detail is lost, no inspection is missed, and ultimately, no compliance requirement falls through the cracks.

Why This Partnership Works

Training is the first step. Real-world application is where the real challenge begins.

FDM’s courses equip delegates with the technical skills to install, inspect, and maintain fire doors correctly. But once they’re on site, professionals also need a way to record, manage and evidence their work - accurately, securely, and in line with regulations. That’s where Aurora comes in.

By integrating practical skills with revolutionary digital tools, we can create a seamless bridge from classroom learning to on-site compliance.

Recently, our team visited FDM’s training centre to showcase Aurora in action. During the session, Training Centre Manager Sara Richardson welcomed Aurora’s Stephen Baird and David Baird, who demonstrated how our app can be used to:

• Capture detailed inspection data directly on site via tablet or mobile

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• Link every action to the correct fire door in the building

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• Store all compliance records in one secure, easily accessible platform

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• Generate professional, evidence-backed reports instantly

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• Maintain the Golden Thread from installation through to maintenance and replacement

We’re excited to continue showcasing Aurora at the FDM training centre, allowing delegates to explore the app first-hand and see how it fits into their workflow.

The Bigger Picture for the Fire Door Supply Chain

Everyone in the fire door supply chain, from manufacturers and installers to building owners and inspectors, plays a part in protecting lives and ensuring compliance.

FDM’s training ensures each stakeholder understands how to carry out their responsibilities to the highest standard. Aurora’s technology ensures they have the tools to prove it.

When training and technology come together like this, the result is:

• Better compliance (no missed inspections, no missing data)

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• Greater efficiency (faster reporting and fewer admin headaches)

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• Stronger accountability (a clear record of who did what, when, and to what standard)

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• Peace of mind (for teams, managers, building owners and the public)

If you’d like to learn more about FDM’s training programmes, you can visit their website here to explore their range of accredited courses.

And if you’re ready to see how Aurora can transform your fire door management, you can book a demo with our team today.