Brief News & Industry Insights

27 Aug
A lit waterfall and still green pool created as a camera-ready water feature for a film or TV production

Why Film Productions Depend on Pump Hire on Set

From castle moats to flooded basements, film and TV productions rely on specialist pump hire to make water behave exactly on cue.
18 Aug
Healthcare staff with patient in hospital room with temporary cooling and HEPA filtration

Case Study: Reliable Cooling and Clean Air for the NHS Renal Unit During Summer Heat

Andrews Air Conditioning delivered a cost-effective temporary cooling and HEPA filtration solution for an NHS renal unit, helping keep dialysis patients comfortable during summer heat.
14 Jul
Black and white styled wedding reception inside a glass marquee, with the air handling unit blending into the venue's black window frames

Andrews Air Conditioning Delivers Bespoke Cooling for a Glass Wedding Marquee

See how bespoke wedding marquee air conditioning kept a glass orangery wedding comfortable all summer without a single unit showing up in the photos
2 Jul
ET 25 HP heat pump showing 7.1 kW cooling capacity, 6.5 kW heating capacity and 159 mยณ powerful output

Introducing the ET25 HP: The Portable Heat Pump That Cools, Heats, and Goes Where Others Can’t

The ET25 HP is the unit we've always wanted to offer our customers - powerful, versatile, and genuinely built for the demands of modern commercial and industrial environments.
1 Jul
HPAC90 high performance air conditioner with white perforated ducting running into a motorsport event marquee

Andrews Air Conditioning Delivers Bespoke Marquee Cooling for Motorsport Event

Discover how Andrews Air Conditioning delivered bespoke temporary cooling for a backstage marquee at a major UK motorsport event.
12 Jun
Sykes Pumps equipment delivered for emergency overpumping to maintain wastewater services

Emergency Overpumping to Support Stormwater Main Replacement in South Yorkshire

Discover how Sykes Pumps delivered a rapid emergency solution beneath a live dual carriageway in South Yorkshire, using SH150 SS solids-handling pumps across a 300-metre bypass.
28 May
The restored historic brick path and stone steps at Aldersley Canal Junction in spring 2026, surrounded by green woodland growth at the Great Canal Orchard site

From Spades to Saplings: the “Great Canal Orchard” Six Months On

Six months after our volunteers broke ground at Aldersley Canal Junction, we returned to check on the Great Canal Orchard near Dunstall Park. Here's what we found in 2026.
12 May
Integrated water treatment and dewatering equipment operating on a large-scale infrastructure development.

Water Treatment & Dewatering Solution for a Major Infrastructure Project in the East Midlands

Zero non-compliant discharges. Zero programme delays. Discover how Sykes Pumps delivered construction dewatering and water treatment hire across a 3-year scheme.
20 Apr
250kW temporary chiller supplying cooling to sterile services centre AHU systems

Case Study: Andrews Chillers Keeps Sterile Centre Operating 24/7 After Cooling Failure

A high-capacity temporary chiller hire solution ensured continuous cooling and compliance for a sterile services centre after an unexpected breakdown.
30 Mar
External HPAC45 cooling unit installed outside theatre providing emergency air conditioning to theatre server room

Case Study: Andrews Air Conditioning Solves Theatre Server Room Overheating with Temporary Cooling Hire

Discover how our experts maintained stable temperatures in critical environments to prevent equipment failure and operational disruption.
10 Mar
HP150 Super Silenced high-head pump installed at a quarry site to manage vertical lift and high-flow water removal during heavy rainfall and emergency dewatering operations.

Case Study: Sykes Pumps Prevents Quarry Flooding During Peak Winter Rainfall

Explore how a rapid-response dewatering strategy and the deployment of a high-head HP150 pump prevented operational shutdown, protected critical infrastructure, and ensured continued productivity during peak winter rainfall.
20 Feb
Construction worker using a jackhammer inside a building generating heavy dust during demolition

Dust Control: Why RPE Isnโ€™t Enough for Protecting the Workforce

Discover how HEPA air filtration systems improve construction dust control, reduce respirable silica exposure and help protect workers on site.
3 Feb
Operational Petrol Station

Case Study: Rapid Emergency Water Treatment Following an Underground Tank Leak at an Operational Petrol Station

Sykes Pumps delivered rapid emergency water treatment for a UK petrol station fuel leak, achieving 99% hydrocarbon removal and 24/7 site operation.
22 Jan
An Andrews Heat for Hire Aurora FH 2000S installed externally, with black ducting routing warm air into a Surrey film studio.

Case Study: Andrews Heat For Hire Rescues a Major Surrey Film Set In Under 4 Hours

When a heating failure threatened a major Surrey film studio at 5 pm, Andrews Heat for Hire deployed an FH2000 solution in just a few hours.
13 Jan
A person's hands holding open the new Andrews Sykes HVAC Pocket Book, displaying technical specifications for a 300 kW packaged boiler, with the website visible on a laptop in the background.

New Year, New HVAC Pocket Guide is Here

Meet the latest free Andrews Sykes HVAC Pocket Book. Download or get a print copy today.
11 Dec
Andrews Sykes Walsall, Birmingham, Volunteer Team

Andrews Sykes volunteers join the โ€œGreat Canal Orchardโ€ project and uncover local history

True community engagement goes beyond funding as it requires action. By getting our hands dirty, we build lasting connections with the community we serve.
24 Nov
Industrial gas heater providing temporary warehouse heating, supporting the comparison of portable vs fixed heaters for large spaces.

Portable VS Fixed Heaters: The Pros and Cons

Deciding between portable and fixed heaters? Discover why hiring portable heaters might be the perfect solution.
20 Nov
Andrews Heat for Hire commercial heater range โ€“ electric, indirect oil and industrial heaters

The Best Space Heaters for Hire in the UK: Expert Picks for Every Industry

Discover the best space heaters for hire in the UK. Compare electric, industrial, indirect oil-fired, and emergency heater hire options. Fast delivery, expert support, and efficient heating solutions for every
10 Nov
High Performance pump with heavy-duty hoses supplying primary flow for film set water circulation.

Case Study: Behind the Scenes: Sykes Pumps Help Bring Film Magic to the Screen

On active film sets, our priority is to control circulation without turbulence, using equipment quiet enough to protect live sound and continuity.
31 Oct
ALF 10s Rugby Tournament 2025

Andrews Sykes sponsors The Aaron Lewis Foundation Rugby Tournament 2025 (ALF 10s)

Andrews Sykes proudly continues its partnership with The Aaron Lewis Foundation, supporting the 2025 ALF 10s Rugby Tournament at Westcliff Rugby Club.
30 Oct
Indirect fired heater providing warm air to a marquee

Heating tips for your holiday parties

Planning an event during cold weather comes with the added challenge of keeping guests comfortable. Providing sufficient heating should be a top priority when hosting gatherings in temporary structures like

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