Case Studies

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.
27 Feb
Emergency boiler installation at Bath hospital by Andrews Boilers to restore heating and hot water services

Andrews Boilers helps Bath hospital get out of hot water

As the country’s leading specialist boiler hire supplier, our team is always prepared to respond to emergencies – especially
10 Feb
High-capacity indirect fired heater hire supporting a large winter marquee event in London, providing safe, reliable heating for occupied spaces.

Case Study: Andrews Heat For Hire Creates Comfort and Style for a Large Winter Event in London

Andrews Heat for Hire delivered a bespoke heating solution for a London winter marquee using Aurora FH 185 heaters and ducting.
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.
28 Jan
Full deployment of a Sykes Pumps Super Wispaset 150 and a smaller Rapid Response pump on trailers

Case Study: Sykes Pumps Overcomes Logistical Barriers for Sump Maintenance in Anstruther

When a major environmental facility in Scotland, required urgent sump cleaning, the challenge wasn't just the water volume, it was the site itself.
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.
12 Jan
Two heavy-duty Andrews Ventilation extraction fans connected to flexible ducting for continuous smoke removal.

Case Study: Andrews Ventilation Delivers Fume Extraction for High-Profile London Event

Discover how our centrifugal smoke extraction fans kept fire pits safe and compliant.
10 Dec
High-performance AP103 Air Purifierair cleaner deployed in a hospital ward.

Case Study: Straightforward ventilation hire becomes dual-purpose healthcare solution

True resilience in healthcare means having equipment that adapts to the unseen challenges.
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.
20 Oct
DE 95 360 Case Study Web Post

Case Study: Rapid, Energy-Efficient Heating Keeps Retail Trading Thanks to Andrews Heat for Hire

Combining innovation with sustainability, Andrews Heat for Hire continues to lead the way in modern, energy-efficient heating technology.
29 Sep
Sykes Pumps Silt Away system with chemical dosing and monitoring equipment used for lake dewatering and water treatment in a West Sussex quarry.

Case Study: Reliable Dewatering Solution and Safe Water Treatment from Sykes Pumps

A major project is under way in West Sussex. The silted lake is being emptied, treated, and safely discharged into the natural environment.
18 Aug
Ballasting system ensures safe, on-time load-out at Tyne shipyard

Case Study: Precise ballasting keeps 3,000-tonne modules on schedule on the River Tyne

Moving ultra-heavy assets onto a barge demands more than capacity. It calls for careful control of trim and list, plus timing that respects tight tidal windows. When a major North
31 Jul
Innovative Rooftop Setup in Central London

Case Sudy: No off season for our chillers and boilers – Andrews Sykes provides temporary climate control for a consultancy firm

No matter the time of year, there is no off season for our chillers and boilers! When a major consultancy firm in central London was stripping out their existing heating
7 Jul

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

27 Jun

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

23 Apr

On-Set Dust Control with FV900 for Coffee Advert: A Case Study

When a major coffee company began filming a new television advert at an indoor studio location, their creative concept required the use of large amounts of coffee beans and ground

21 Apr

Delivering Reliable On-Set Heating for Apple TV Series

When a globally streamed Apple TV series began filming across multiple UK studio locations during the winter, maintaining a warm set became crucial. With scenes scheduled for filming at SDTA

3 Mar
How Sykes Pumps Kept HS2’s M42 Box Project on Track

How Sykes Pumps Kept HS2’s M42 Box Project on Track

The M42 Box project in Birmingham is a key component of the HS2 high-speed rail network, involving installing 222 piles of 1500mm diameter driven to a depth of 35m to
18 Oct

Case Study: Delivering Crucial Cooling for Homerton Hospital

Homerton University Hospital in London is undergoing a significant refurbishment to enhance both its facilities and services. As part of this upgrade, the hospital’s old cooling equipment was removed

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