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Britain’s most successful TV talent show turn to Andrews Air Conditioning Hire

Posted Date 21/06/2012

When the air conditioning systems broke down at the studios of Britain’s most successful talent show, just before a live show was due to air, the cast and crew were panic-stricken at what to do.

Offering 24/7 cover, 365 days a year, one call to our experts at Andrews Air Conditioning Hire settled their problems in no time. Unlike other air conditioning hire companies, we provide an all year round service, no matter the day or time.

Our experts quickly delivered and installed our Zephyr Split and Pac 60 units. These units are powerful and stylish as well as easy and simple to use. The show was delighted with the response from Andrews Air Conditioning Hire and praised our prompt service.

First Class Service From Sykes Pumps

Posted Date 14/06/2012

Reports from the Environment Agency have warned that Britain will be hit by even more flooding after two months of rain fell in just 30 hours swamping homes and causing travel chaos.

Heavy rain is likely to hit Britain this week and forecasters have urged people to stay safe and be prepared. Having depots strategically positioned across the country, Sykes Pumps provide a 24/7 service, 365 days of the year, ensuring we are always there for our customers. We aim to deliver and install the best pumping equipment on site within four hours of your phone call and offer a vast range of pumping equipment to cover every possible situation.

Britain to be hotter than the Mediterranean with two week heat wave

Posted Date 23/05/2012

Summer has finally arrived in Britain as forecasters have predicted a heat wave this week. Britain is set to be hotter that the Mediterranean as temperatures will nudge up to 28C by Thursday and will last up to two weeks. This forecast comes after a chilly and showery May so here at Andrews Air Conditioning Hire, we won’t be surprised if many businesses haven’t thought about air conditioning yet! If you haven’t, now is the time to do so!

Andrews Air Conditioning Hire offer the largest fleet of air conditioning units in the UK. Being the most reliable hire service in the country, we supply premium equipment suited for all applications. Whether you need a stylish unit to cool down a small office or a fit-for-purpose unit to cool down a whole building, Andrews Air Conditioning Hire will have what you need.

Be prepared for this year’s ‘Monsoon May’ with Andrews Sykes Hire

Posted Date 10/05/2012

Britain’s ‘Monsoon May’, being the worst in over 300 years, delivered over 2in of flooding after 8 hours of downpour last night. Intense and prolonged overnight rain has caused widespread flooding across southern and eastern England and Wales today with the Environment Agency issuing yet more flood warnings throughout Britain.

Manned by experts, Sykes Pumps will deliver and install premium and reliable equipment on site within four hours of your phone call. Offering a vast range of pumps, from general purpose pumps to submersible drainage and super silenced pumps, Sykes Pumps cover every possible situation. We also provide a 24/7 call out service and our depots are strategically located to give local service to the majority of the UK ensuring we are always close by to help.

Andrews Chiller Hire Keeps Data Flowing

Posted Date 07/03/2012

During the recent cold spell, Andrews Chiller Hire supplied 6 x 150kW Air Handling Units with acoustic manifolds for a data center cooling application. The existing Dry Air Coolers had failed and temperatures within the data center reached critical levels. The customer originally specified Fluid Chiller Units, but after a site survey by an Andrews Sykes Specialist engineer the recommendation to use Air Handlers with acoustic manifolds ( for noise reduction) was agreed and supplied due to the low ambient temperatures. The units supplied considerably reduced running costs and met budget expectations. Andrews Chiller Hire team was on site within 4 Hours of the initial call and the data center was operational within 8 hours utilising the temporary Air Handlers. For more information visit www.andrews-sykes.com

Chiller & Boiler Hire Appointment

Posted Date 19/12/2011

Andrews Sykes Hire Ltd are pleased to announce an addition to our Specialist Hire team with the appointment of Steve Blunt as Area Sales Manager – North. Steve has extensive knowledge of the rental industry across a range of sectors from Data Centres and Facilities Management through to Events and Manufacturing. With over 12 years’ experience in the hire industry, Steve’s role will be to assist in specifying the right cooling or heating solution to ensure that all requirements meet complete satisfaction. “Steve adds a wealth of experience to an ever expanding team, his drive and knowledge of the market will undoubtedly prove successful in the Chiller and Boiler hire market sectors” Alan Smith – National Sales Manager

New Appointment For Chiller & Boiler Division

Posted Date 10/06/2011

Andrews Sykes the UK’s largest specialist hirer is pleased to announce that Alan Smith has been appointed UK Business Development Manager for Andrews Chiller and Boiler Hire Division.

Alan has over 15 year’s experience in working in the specialist hire arena, having specific expertise in Chiller Hire and Boiler Hire markets.

Carl Webb (Andrews Specialist Hire Divisional Director) commented “bringing Alan into the team demonstrates the continued investment within the division. With Alan’s knowledge and experience he provides an ideal fit for Andrews Sykes.”

Andrews Chiller Hire Expand Their Fleet In 2011

Posted Date 06/05/2011

Andrews Chiller Hire division have just taken delivery of 10 x Trane 750kW Fluid Chillers in to its ever expanding hire fleet. The 750kW Screw Compressor Fluid Chiller unit is the quietest and most energy efficient Fluid Chiller on the market. The 750kW Fluid Chiller Unit has been specifically designed for Andrews Chiller Hire Division to exceed customers requirements and expectations. “this unit leads the way in power efficiency and in the reduction of noise emission, the 750kW Fluid Chiller is capable of a leaving water temperature as low as minus 12 Deg C, we have used the unit on standard, process and ice rink applications, service and general maintenance is minimal and installation and commissioning of the 750kW Fluid Chiller unit can be completed in 2 hours” . Dennis Gwynne (Technical Director Andrews Sykes Hire Ltd)

Energy Saving Low Cost Process Cooling

Posted Date 26/01/2011

During the recent cold spell, Andrews Chiller Hire supplied 10 x 150kW Air Handling Units to a processing plant. The existing Dry Air Coolers had failed and production had to be stopped. The customer originally specified Fluid Chiller Units, but after a site survey by a Andrews Sykes Specialist engineer, the recommendation to use Air Handlers was agreed due to the low ambient temperatures. The units supplied considerably reduced running costs and met budget expectations. Andrews Chiller Hire team were on site within 4 Hours of the initial call and the processing plant was operational within 8 hours utilising the temporary Air Handlers. For more information visit www.andrews-sykes.com

Temperature Control for Olympics

Posted Date 10/01/2011

Andrews Chiller Hire supplied a 200kW Heat Pump Chiller for the Olympic site in London to guarantee that concrete production was not interrupted. Concrete batching in all temperatures has become an increasing demand due to build projects schedules and pressure on developers and construction companies to deliver on deadlines.

This has caused concrete suppliers to meet the demand on their product by ensuring they can guarantee product during all extreme weather conditions. Importance of controlling concrete temperature is critical. Temperature affects fresh and hardened properties of concrete as well as the thermal cracking potential. Careful attention must be paid to batch temperatures in hot and cold weather concreting. For more information visit www.andrews-sykes.com