August 2014 - Andrews Sykes

GB Rowing Team men’s eight qualify for Sunday’s final in Amsterdam

Posted Date 29/08/2014

With the World Rowing Championships now reaching the latter stages at Bosbaan, we are delighted to see that the GB Team have enjoyed much success over the last few days. After only the second day of competition, Great Britain was already guaranteed three final spots and these early triumphs ultimately set the tone for the races that followed.

All three para-rowing crews won their heats to advance to the final stage, while the lightweight men’s four won their heat in the afternoon session – rounding off a wonderful start for the British squad. And there was more to come, as the men’s eight rounded off an excellent showing on Wednesday by qualifying for Sunday’s showdown.

Tall Ships Regatta sailor raring to go

Posted Date 27/08/2014

At Andrews Sykes, we are committed to getting involved in community-based initiatives and have a long track record of supporting local events. The Falmouth to Royal Greenwich Tall Ships Regatta is just the latest example of this, and will be the capital’s largest Tall Ship exhibition for more than 25 years. Our London depot is only a stone’s throw away from the final port along the Thames so we are delighted to help promote the race – as well as sponsor two trainee sailors.

And with the festival in Greenwich now just over a week away, one of the young hopefuls popped into our Charlton depot to discuss his thoughts ahead of the voyage. Dominic Paul, a 17-year-old air cadet currently studying at the University Technical College, was in good spirits ahead of his long coach trip to Falmouth this Saturday.

Prestigious hotel in London seeks replacement air conditioning

Posted Date 26/08/2014

At Andrews, we understand that effective climate control is of the utmost importance within the hospitality sector, and that a failure to provide this can severely affect a business’ reputation. So when a highly-regarded hotel in Greenwich required emergency cooling to appease visitors, we had a solution installed within hours of the initial enquiry.

A temporary replacement was needed following chiller failure, but in order to ascertain the best equipment for the application, a technician conducted a free site survey. This enabled us to establish the most appropriate equipment, and it was subsequently decided that eight Polar Wind units would adequately cool the affected areas.

GB Rowing Team sends “thank-you” ahead of World Rowing Championships

Posted Date 22/08/2014

Just over a month ago, we announced a partnership with the GB Rowing Team in which we supplied temporary air conditioning units, in a bid to keep their training base cool. The camp – in Breisach, Germany – is renowned for having the best facilities in Europe but in years gone by, the heat has affected athletes’ sleeping patterns.

To counter this, we provided a total of 25 Polar Wind portable units to ensure competitors remained cool throughout the duration of their visit. And with the World Championships set to commence in Amsterdam this Sunday, we received a “thank-you” online postcard from the Rowing Team following a successful period of training.

Andrews provides cooling for offices in Kent

Posted Date 20/08/2014

At Andrews Air Conditioning, we understand the detrimental implications an uncomfortable working environment can have on a business’ productivity. So when a client contacted us seeking temporary cooling for their office, we acted quickly to quell the effects of high temperatures and keep employees content.

The complex – based in Rochester, Kent – is a listed building, and as such any solution we deployed would have to avoid having pipes hanging out of windows. With this in mind, we delivered and installed a single Double Cool evaporative unit because of its suitability for applications where outside access is limited. The Double Cool creates a sea-breeze effect and represents an excellent alternative to conventional air conditioning systems.

Cooling hire for CD production line

Posted Date 19/08/2014

In the manufacturing industry especially, effective climate control can help maximise your output by keeping staff comfortable at all times. A company’s income is wholly dependent on schedules and targets being adhered to, so when excessive temperatures threaten to jeopardise this, Andrews Air Conditioning are on hand to assist you. With depots located nationwide, we are able to offer clients 24 hour protection – enabling us to provide bespoke, temporary equipment before your business is affected.

Staff cooled for snack manufacturer

Posted Date 18/08/2014

The manufacturing and industrial sector are one of the hardest sectors to work in when the climate reaches a hot temperature. Staff working on production lines and other machinery are already heated by the electronic equipment, not to mention the scorcher outside. When this occurs productivity is lowered considerably and the working environment becomes stuffy and demotivating. This was the case when a company producing snacks of all sorts was having trouble with their staff’s productivity. They were suffering with a stuffy and airless factory which was affecting motivational and concentration levels of the staff.

World-renowned tennis association seeks cooling system

Posted Date 18/08/2014

As the country’s leading supplier of chillers and air conditioning equipment, we are regularly involved in projects for high-profile sporting competitions and events. So when one of the world’s premier lawn tennis and racket clubs required effective climate control equipment, they contacted us in search of a solution.

For many years we have been working closely with the client to deliver cooling apparatus for a wide range of purposes. In a recent assignment, the VIP dining area was in desperate need of air conditioning due to unexpectedly high seasonal temperatures. Players’ lounges were also at risk of being too hot for use, so temporary equipment was imperative in order to restore a comfortable environment.

Andrews Sykes confirm sponsorship of Tall Ships Regatta

Posted Date 15/08/2014

In just under three weeks’ time, the Royal Greenwich Tall Ships Festival will commence, with five days of exciting activities taking place between the 5^th and 9^th of September. The event will feature the arrival of up to fifty striking tall ships competing in a regatta which initially begins in Falmouth, Cornwall.

As well as the race’s conclusion along the River Thames, the annual festival’s entertainment also extends to theatrical performances, dancing, live music and other amusements. This year’s competition is expected to be the biggest for over 25 years and widely attended by both tourists and residents.

Cricket hospitality suite kept cool by Andrews Chillers

Posted Date 14/08/2014

When a first-class cricket venue underwent final preparation for an International one-day match, event organisers realised they had overlooked one vital provision. High seasonal temperatures were causing the hospitability area to become overheated, and so a temporary cooling solution was urgently required to ensure guests remained comfortable throughout the day.

The client contacted us less than 24 hours before the match was due to commence, meaning we had to deliver and install effective cooling equipment within a strict deadline.