Practical guidance on warehouse fit-outs, CDM, racking, project management and live operational sites.https://www.ktcsltd.com/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/cdm-and-principal-contractor-support-for-warehouse-projects-in-the-midlands/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/cdm-and-principal-contractor-support-for-warehouse-projects-in-the-midlands/Warehouse projects can look straightforward from the outside: a racking alteration, a loading bay change, a mezzanine adjustment, a small fit-out or a programme of refurbishment works. In practice, these projects often involve several trades, live operations, moving vehicles, tight working areas and responsibilities that need to be clear before work starts. That is where CDM matters. Why warehouse projects are easily missed Many warehouse and logistics projects do not feel like a major...Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:58:14 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-automation-readiness-building-checklist/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-automation-readiness-building-checklist/Is your warehouse ready for automation? Check the floor, structure, power, fire safety, traffic routes and live-site delivery before investing.Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:14:52 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/finding-the-right-cdm-advisor-for-your-project-choosing-a-cdm-consultant/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/finding-the-right-cdm-advisor-for-your-project-choosing-a-cdm-consultant/When embarking on a construction or refurbishment project, ensuring health and safety compliance is crucial. The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) set out clear responsibilities to manage risks effectively. One key role in this process is the CDM advisor, formerly known as the CDM coordinator. Choosing the right CDM consultant can make a significant difference in the smooth running and safety of your project. This guide will help you understand how to select the...Sat, 09 May 2026 08:03:13 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/cdm-duties-fmcg-warehouse-fit-out-projects/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/cdm-duties-fmcg-warehouse-fit-out-projects/Planning works in a live FMCG warehouse? Learn how CDM duties affect fit-out projects, from principal contractor responsibilities to coordination, fire safety and phased delivery.Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:43:12 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/comprehensive-warehouse-fit-out-solutions-for-uk-businesses/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/comprehensive-warehouse-fit-out-solutions-for-uk-businesses/Creating an efficient and well-organised warehouse is essential for any business that relies on storage, distribution, or manufacturing. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:20:07 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/your-project-managed-ktcs-service-flyers/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/your-project-managed-ktcs-service-flyers/View our service flyers now.Thu, 14 Aug 2025 21:55:08 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/how-to-manage-a-warehouse-construction-project-in-the-uk-step-by-step-guide/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/how-to-manage-a-warehouse-construction-project-in-the-uk-step-by-step-guide/A practical guide to managing warehouse refurbishment, reconfiguration and fit-out, from the operational brief and technical coordination to live-site delivery and handover.Tue, 29 Jul 2025 19:41:07 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/planning-a-warehouse-fit-out/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/planning-a-warehouse-fit-out/Planning a warehouse fit-out? Learn how to define the brief, test the building, protect live operations and coordinate design, CDM and delivery.Mon, 14 Jul 2025 21:11:26 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/innovative-office-refurbishment-ideas-for-uk-businesses/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/innovative-office-refurbishment-ideas-for-uk-businesses/Discover practical, modern office refurbishment ideas for UK businesses — from open spaces and flexible work areas to brand-focused design, Mon, 07 Jul 2025 18:53:14 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/toolbox-talks-in-warehousing-why-they-still-matter-for-safety-and-compliance/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/toolbox-talks-in-warehousing-why-they-still-matter-for-safety-and-compliance/Short, focused safety briefings like toolbox talks can make a big difference in warehouse environments. Here’s how to run them effectively and where they fit in your wider safety strategy.Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:07:46 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/racking-inspection-legal-duties/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/racking-inspection-legal-duties/From collapsing cheese racks to Improvement Notices, this post explores real warehouse racking failures, your legal responsibilities under PUWER, and what facilities managers need to know to stay compliant.Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:14:34 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/revamp-your-workspace-with-bespoke-fitout-services/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/revamp-your-workspace-with-bespoke-fitout-services/Creating an inspiring and efficient workspace is essential for modern businesses. The environment in which employees work can...Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:30:35 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/the-hidden-cost-of-ignoring-cdm-in-warehouse-projects/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/the-hidden-cost-of-ignoring-cdm-in-warehouse-projects/CDM is often missed in warehouse projects. The result? Delays, risk, and hidden costs. Here’s how to stay compliant from day one.Fri, 06 Jun 2025 16:03:16 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/cdm-compliance-for-warehouse-projects/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/cdm-compliance-for-warehouse-projects/Are you responsible under CDM 2015? Discover your duties as a warehouse client and how KTCS helps you stay compliant, reduce risk, and deliver safer projects.Thu, 05 Jun 2025 16:33:10 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-business-continuity-resilience-planning/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-business-continuity-resilience-planning/How to plan warehouse refurbishment, reconfiguration and upgrades around live operations, critical routes, fire safety, stock flow and fixed customer commitments.Sat, 29 Mar 2025 07:48:11 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-layout-optimisation-costs/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-layout-optimisation-costs/Understand the real cost of warehouse layout change and how to decide whether to reconfigure, refurbish or relocate.Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:35:04 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-resilience-compliance-assessment/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-resilience-compliance-assessment/Discover how resilient your warehouse is to risk, regulation and change. Sat, 22 Mar 2025 22:07:44 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-sector-growth-specialist-warehouse-construction/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/warehouse-sector-growth-specialist-warehouse-construction/Specialist construction consultants with deep expertise in warehouse transformations. Sun, 02 Mar 2025 14:31:38 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/iron-mountain-mpn2-campus-technical-design-and-site-management/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/iron-mountain-mpn2-campus-technical-design-and-site-management/From VNA racking to M&E integration, see how KTCS managed Iron Mountain's 503,200 sq ft Magna Park warehouse development.Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:01:44 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/efficiency-in-modern-warehouse-design-a-project-manager-s-perspective/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/efficiency-in-modern-warehouse-design-a-project-manager-s-perspective/In today's rapidly evolving logistics landscape, efficient warehouse design has become more crucial than ever. At KTCS, our integrated...Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:49:44 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/fully-qualified-site-management-services-meet-ktcs-s-professional-site-managers/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/fully-qualified-site-management-services-meet-ktcs-s-professional-site-managers/Are you searching for CITB SMSTS-certified site managers to oversee your construction project? KTCS's seasoned professionals, Phil and...Mon, 13 Jan 2025 20:06:40 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/how-do-construction-consultants-add-value-to-your-project/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/how-do-construction-consultants-add-value-to-your-project/The best construction consultancy support adds judgement, technical challenge and experienced project capacity—not another layer of administration.Sat, 11 Jan 2025 19:51:24 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/professional-office-fitout-services-across-the-uk/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/professional-office-fitout-services-across-the-uk/Expert office fitout services across the UK. We transform workspaces with end-to-end solutions. Based in East Midlands, working across UK.Fri, 10 Jan 2025 19:16:38 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/ga-layouts-at-magna-park/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/ga-layouts-at-magna-park/KTCS coordinated the design for warehouse storage, fire protection and detection systems and M&E in Lutterworth (Magna Park)Sun, 28 Jan 2024 17:44:26 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/birmingham-workstation-alterations/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/birmingham-workstation-alterations/Period: Early 2022 Type: Project Management Duration: 14 weeks Location: Birmingham Client: Storage facility Project value: Value > £130k...Fri, 29 Apr 2022 11:22:26 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/corby-goods-lift-and-workstations/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/corby-goods-lift-and-workstations/Period: Early 2022 Type: Project Management Location: Corby Client: Government related logistics Project value: Value>£120k The workflow setup at this Corby site was deemed unsuitable and the use of a forklift for loading was impractical. The works included installing a new goods lift suitable for carrying several york trollies at a time. Alterations to fire protection and detection was required. Additional shelving, mail-sorting space and workstations were required. The works also required...Fri, 29 Apr 2022 11:04:37 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/government-department-in-hemel-hempstead/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/government-department-in-hemel-hempstead/Period: Early 2022 - current Type: Project Management Duration: Location: Hemel Hempstead Client: Government operational/logistics...Fri, 29 Apr 2022 10:50:14 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/expanding-our-electric-fleet/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/expanding-our-electric-fleet/We're proud that 40% of our vehicle fleet are now electric. We first introduced a pure electric Tesla into the business a year ago and...Thu, 17 Mar 2022 10:50:37 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/birmingham-smoke-detection-upgrades/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/birmingham-smoke-detection-upgrades/Period: End 2021 Site management as part of a facility upgrades programme. This included managing the site as smoke detection, sprinkler and alarm upgrades took place.Thu, 30 Dec 2021 12:26:12 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/toolbox-talk-dust-and-fumes/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/toolbox-talk-dust-and-fumes/KTCS' toolbox talk on dust and fumes. Wed, 07 Oct 2020 17:33:24 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/corby-office-fit-out-and-racking-installation/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/corby-office-fit-out-and-racking-installation/One of our recent projectsSun, 04 Oct 2020 16:55:46 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/hemel-hempstead-racking-office-fitout/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/hemel-hempstead-racking-office-fitout/We've recently been in an office in Hemel Hempstead managing the reconfiguration of office space.Wed, 16 Sep 2020 17:08:03 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/london-dilapidations-project/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/london-dilapidations-project/Managing the exit of three large multi-storey buildings across London.Mon, 24 Aug 2020 17:15:46 GMThttps://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/about-kevin-thomas-construction-services-ltd/https://www.ktcsltd.com/blog/about-kevin-thomas-construction-services-ltd/Kevin Thomas Construction Services Ltd was incorporated in 2013 following Director, Kevin Thomas' redundancy for his Contracts Manager role at an engineering firm. Kevin had worked with big name clients particularly in the design and installation of mezzanine. Since 2013, KTCS Ltd have gone on to work with several large clients completing dozens of major installation and dilapidation projects each year. We work across the UK in major distribution hubs including Corby, Kettering, Gateshead,...Mon, 06 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT