We are celebrating our 20th Birthday on 8th April this year! We would like to thank all our staff and customers who have helped us get where we are today. All the staff want to give a major thank you to our Managing Director Howard Parry who has put his heart and sole into this company and led us to where we are today. We will all be celebrating together on Saturday 8th April at the Georgian House in Bolton. Well done to all!!
Contract News!
GMS is proud to announce that we have been awarded a new contract to deliver Legionella Services for Bolton Council over the next three years. This marks a continuation of a longstanding relationship with Bolton Council, spanning 19 years through both direct contracts and partnerships with FM providers. We are now delighted to be reappointed… Read more »
Why Dirty Water Systems May Show No Detectable Legionella: A Closer Look at Bacterial Dynamics and Mutations
In water hygiene management, it’s not uncommon to encounter heavily contaminated water systems that, despite appearing ideal for Legionella pneumophila proliferation, return negative results for Legionella during microbiological analysis. These situations often raise questions about sampling accuracy, environmental suitability, bacterial competition, and the complex behaviour of microbial communities under stress. High TVC, No Legionella: What’s… Read more »
The Importance of Water Hygiene Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
Water is essential to life, health, and productivity — but when poorly maintained, it can become a source of serious health risks. This is where Water Hygiene Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) comes into play. Whether it’s in hospitals, schools, commercial buildings, or industrial facilities, maintaining clean and safe water systems through proactive strategies is not… Read more »
Legionella Infection: Transmission, Risk Factors, and Control Guidance
The likelihood of developing legionellosis depends on the vulnerability of the individual and the route of exposure. The primary means of infection is through inhaling aerosols—tiny airborne particles that originate from droplets. These aerosols are typically produced when water is sprayed (e.g. from showers, irrigation systems) or splashes onto surfaces (e.g. turning on a tap… Read more »
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