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Case Study: Overpumping Solution from Sykes Pumps on Major Sewage Treatment Works
During critical maintenance work on penstocks at a sewage treatment facility in Leicester, a major task prevailed: ensuring the uninterrupted flow of discharge while key infrastructure was offline. Luckily, Sykes
How Retailers Are Cutting Cooling Costs in 2025
In 2025, staying cool has become a balancing act. With heatwaves hitting earlier, lasting longer, and becoming more frequent, retailers across the UK are facing mounting pressure to keep their
5 Ways Temperature Control Boosts Senior Wellbeing
In the world of adult care, we talk a lot about safety, staffing, and support plans – but what about the climate in which care is delivered? Temperature plays a
Rising Heat: The Hidden Threat in Your Data Centre
Data centres are the invisible engines driving modern business – from cloud services to financial transactions, critical infrastructure depends on them. But as server rooms grow denser and weather patterns
Veterinary Clinics Are Turning to Emergency AC in 2025 – Here’s Why
With longer, hotter summers becoming the new norm, veterinary clinics are feeling the heat – literally. Unlike humans, many animals struggle to regulate their body temperature in hot environments, meaning
London Set for 34°C Heatwave: Are Your Cooling Systems Ready for Monday?
As temperatures in London are forecast to soar to 34°C on Monday 30 June, businesses across Greater London and the UK are being urged to review their cooling strategies now.
Case Study: Sykes Pumps Assists in Dewatering Operations for New South East Reservoir Construction
A new Oxfordshire reservoir, South East Strategic Reservoir Option (SERSO), is under way, creating a major new investment in water security and water supply for the Southeast region. Sykes Pumps
How Smart Climate Control Keeps Your Supply Chain Fresh
Food freshness doesn’t happen by accident – it’s carefully engineered. With volatile weather, increasing heatwaves, and fluctuating indoor climates threatening cold chain integrity at every stage, the food and beverage
How Advanced Climate Control is Saving Patient Outcomes in 2025
Extreme weather events are becoming the new normal. As a result, healthcare environments are feeling the strain as heatwaves, rising humidity, and unpredictable temperature swings both impact comfort and compromise
How Temporary AC Helps Hotels Stay Cool & Cut Costs in Summer
As summer arrives, so do the challenges for hotel operators. With longer daylight hours, higher occupancy, and soaring temperatures all putting pressure on your building, they can put pressure on
6 Reasons Climate Control is Essential on Modern Film Sets
A successful film set is built on timing, talent, and precision – but none of that works without the right environment. Modern productions are demanding more from their surroundings than
How to Beat the Summer Heat in Car Showrooms and Garages
Summer is here, and with it comes longer daylight hours and seasonal promotions. These factors can bring more customers through the door, but hot and stuffy conditions can easily drive
How IT Teams Are Summer-Proofing Their Data Centres
As temperatures rise, so do the risks facing data centres and server rooms across the UK. Modern businesses depend entirely on these environments, whether it’s for cloud storage, connectivity, or
How Andrews Sykes Keeps UK Festival Crowds Cool (And Safe)
June marks the start of the UK’s peak music festival season – and with it comes the challenge of keeping thousands of people safe, cool, and comfortable. From Parklife Festival
Why Humidity Is a Hidden Danger in Elderly Care Homes
When we think of summer health risks in elderly care settings, heat is usually the main concern. But while high temperatures can be extremely dangerous, there’s another environmental factor that
How Does Cooling Affect Dealership Sales?
Appearance and experience go hand in hand when selling cars. Every detail of the environment influences customer perception – including the temperature of the room. During warmer months, poor cooling
How to Safeguard Milk, Dairy, and Poultry During Warm Weather
The UK is seeing longer, hotter summers – and food producers are feeling the heat. For those working in milk, dairy, and poultry production, warm weather brings a number of
What Role Does Climate Control Play in Food Production?
Every degree matters in the food production industry. From processing and packaging to storage and distribution, maintaining the right temperature, humidity and airflow is vital to ensuring product quality, safety,
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