Andrews Sykes Group Plc

Video: our service capabilities explained!

If you’re looking for a company specialising in all aspects of permanent air conditioning systems, then you’ve come to the right place!

We’ve created a very short video that explains the three main components of our service in concise detail: installation, repairs and maintenance.

If you have any questions regarding our air conditioning services, or you’d like to discuss a query with one of our experts, please contact us today on 0800 731 88 33.

Andrews tailors cooling system to server room during its construction

It’s not every day that your help is enlisted by a manufacturing company dedicated to assisting the UK’s defence and security forces, but there’s a reason they turned to us!

Our client was in the process of assembling a new server room cabin from scratch in their workshop, and they were looking for a permanent air conditioning solution to be incorporated while the build was ongoing.

They had specified that an overall cooling capacity of 20kW would be adequate but that redundancy measures should be incorporated in case a unit failed unexpectedly. read more

Mounted systems cater for new school dining room

When a school in Norfolk looked to upgrade their kitchen and dining facilities on site, a permanent air conditioning system was required to accommodate both areas.

The school’s estates team turned to a company that specialises in manufacturing modular structures, prompting the erection of a custom-made building on the premises. In this instance, any air conditioning system proposed would need to be capable of combatting any additional heat gain from the glass exterior.

After inspecting the application in person, our regional expert recommended the installation of four 10kW Mitsubishi wall-mounted units which were evenly spaced on the external walls due to an absence of ceiling voids. read more

Legal firm arranges maintenance visit before work from home directives change

Prior to a well-known solicitors in London requesting that staff return to the office following an easing of Covid restrictions, the facilities manager responsible for the building suggested that all air conditioning systems be serviced while building occupancy was low.

Due to the premises effectively lying empty for the best part of 18 months, the air conditioning equipment had not been used at all during this period. Our client considered it in their employees’ best interests to ensure that air within the building was as clean as possible, hence the need for our involvement! read more

COVID-19 update

The health and wellbeing of our customers and staff remains our highest priority.

We are continuing to observe the latest developments relating to the COVID-19 virus and are taking the necessary actions to provide our staff and customers with the best solutions to the changing situation. Many of our staff are now working from home and we are ensuring that all necessary works are still being carried out as safely as possible.

Our Central Manchester AAC&R office are currently able to provide a level of service across the whole of the UK. Inbound calls are being answered promptly and all enquiries are being handled in the normal way. We still have in place the support network including our field-based service engineers and support staff who are able to attend to any reactive call out. We also have the support of Andrews Sykes Hire Ltd for any temporary hire requirements you may have. read more

Top London hotel upgrades air conditioning system

When one of the largest and most popular grand hotels in London contacted Andrews Air Conditioning for some permanent air conditioning units, our experts were at hand to help.

The five-star hotel was having trouble with a build-up of heat in their basement pastry kitchens – following an urgent call from the hotel’s chief engineer, our specialists went to site to conduct a survey and recommend the most appropriate equipment for the issue at hand.

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Despite receiving the urgent enquiry at short notice, an Andrews engineer was able to propose the deployment of one Mitsubishi wall-mounted air conditioning unit in the main pastry kitchen and one Mitsubishi ceiling cassette in the second pastry kitchen. read more

Andrews Air Conditioning & Refrigeration open new modern offices in Manchester

We are very pleased to announce the opening of a new modern office facility in Gatley, Manchester, following a period of growth for the company. The relocation provides us with a fantastic operational base from which to coordinate all business activity, and is funded by significant investment as we accommodate a growing demand for our services.

The offices have been carefully designed to enable our sales and service teams to work even more closely, aided by substantial upgrades of both our IT equipment and telephony. Home to Andrews Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, the building will also act as a contact centre and major accounts hub for Andrews Sykes Hire. read more

Hospital seek air conditioning system following refurbishment

At Andrews Air Conditioning, we understand the importance of providing a comfortable environment for all members of staff when seasonal temperatures begin to rise. So, when a central London hospital began moving staff into new office space within the building, they sought a permanent cooling solution and contacted us accordingly.

Our client was under pressure to have the installation complete before moving employees into the room, leaving our expert technicians with only a week to recommend the most appropriate equipment and carry out the installation. read more

Infographic: the impact of temperatures on athletes at the 2016 Games in Rio

The “greatest show on Earth” is starting to hot up in Brazil, with millions of people around the globe now casting their attention towards the track and field events. A lot has been made in the media about the adequacy of various venues ahead of the competition, but most people are also guilty of overlooking the potential impact the country’s notorious climate may have on proceedings.

Although you would be correct to assume that hot weather will cause long-distance runners to complete races more slowly, many will be surprised to discover the extent to which this is true. Did you know that every 5°F rise in temperatures above 60°F can lead to the average marathon runner losing speed by as much as 30 seconds per mile? read more

Is your air conditioning system ready for operation?

With summer fast approaching, now is the time to ensure your air conditioning is fully prepared for the changing seasons. If you only need your air conditioning for summer cooling then it has probably not been used for several months. During this period of inactivity condensation and dust may have accumulated on fans, filters and heat exchanger coils. This can often become a breeding ground for bacteria which creates sludge and unpleasant odours.

If you also use your air conditioning to provide winter heating, it has probably collected lots of dirt and grime during that period. The colder conditions, even in relatively mild winters, encourage us to keep windows and other ventilation tightly closed. This reduces the amount of fresh air entering your building, leading to higher concentrations of dust and other airborne pollutants. Air conditioning works by recirculating air within the internal space, progressively cooling or heating it in accordance with user-controlled settings. Therefore, any fine particles being carried by the air will naturally end up in the filters, fans and fins of your air conditioning. read more