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Andrews Air Conditioning replaces obsolete cooling system at Charlton Athletic

Posted Date 03/11/2015

The summer of 2015 saw Andrews Air Conditioning undertake a complete replacement of ageing R22 air conditioning systems within The Valley’s West Stand for Charlton Athletic Football Club. Having gradually deteriorated over many years of use, Charlton decided to replace their outdated systems with modern alternatives in order to benefit from greater efficiency, lower running costs and enhanced environmental credentials.

In order to provide the most cost-effective solution, we liaised directly with the client and their professional advisors as well as analysing the diverse applications including hospitality suites, office space and dining areas. read more

EU announce F-Gas Regulation update

Posted Date 16/10/2015

In order to control emissions from fluorinated greenhouse gases, the European Union has implemented two legislative measures. The second of these – the “F-gas Regulation” – covers all key applications and strengthens existing guidelines originally adopted in 2006.

Controls on the use and emissions of fluorinated gases are now more stringent than any time previously and these now also affect the use of HFCs as refrigerants. The 2014 EU F-Gas Regulation has now replaced the 2006 version, strengthening all earlier requirements whilst also introducing a number of important new practice codes. read more

NHS unveil Andrews Sykes Group as European-approved service provider

Posted Date 04/08/2015

Andrews Sykes Group are delighted to announce successfully securing a place on the London Procurement Partnership NHS framework, having regularly provided climate control services to hospitals and clinics up and down the country prior to confirmation. This development has been ratified by the Official Journal of the European Union and allows the NHS and other public sector organisations to use our equipment as a pre-approved supplier.

LPP is an NHS-founded membership body which strives to work alongside associates to support the organisation and maximise its purchasing power. This then enables the NHS to continue offering high quality services and to reshape and improve the health care available to those who need it. read more

AAC&R assist the UK’s most prestigious delivery service

Posted Date 20/07/2015

While the company’s main mantra is to provide clients across a full range of sectors with fixed air conditioning systems, we also periodically handle heating and ventilation projects for those who may or have required cooling on other occasions.

So when a complete refurbishment of a Royal Mail sorting office rendered a replacement of aged climate control systems necessary, we were tasked with overseeing the installation and ensuring vital amenities were back online before the building was recommissioned for use. read more

Andrews provide a modern alternative to aged R22 cooling system

Posted Date 13/07/2015

The introduction of the Ozone Regulation in 2009 paved the way for a gradual shift away from air conditioning units that use refrigerant gas and other ozone depleting substances. This has since led to a widespread need for replacement systems to be sourced as businesses strive to comply with legislation.

So when one of our major clients based in central London decided to upgrade its cooling equipment to a more environmentally-friendly substitute, they approached us regarding a solution. At the same time, our customer’s premises were undergoing a renovation which involved being taken back to its original design – an open plan layout. read more

Kent-based office facilities have new VRV system installed

Posted Date 06/07/2015

The modern office is becoming increasingly reliant on electrical technology as companies aim to maximise productivity via the various forms of hardware available. This fact alone causes the working environment to rise slightly in temperature, but combine it with a prolonged period of hot weather and conditions can quickly become unbearable.

Fortunately, one of our major clients in the South East sought to have an air conditioning issue rectified before the summer heat could affect their operations and staff. An ageing VRV cooling system had failed, leaving the entire premises without suitable cooling and at risk of causing employees to feel uncomfortable. read more

Sales Director takes on Highland Coast-to-Coast charity bike ride

Posted Date 02/07/2015

While the Royal Wedding in 2011 meant that most of us enjoyed a prolonged Easter Bank Holiday, one Andrews Sykes employee instead opted to negotiate approximately 200 miles of off-road terrain on a mountain bike across some of the highest regions in England.

It took six days for Andy Whiteley to reach Robin Hood’s Bay on the Yorkshire coast, having initially begun his journey at St. Bees in Cumbria, crossing along the way The Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North Yorkshire Moors National Parks. read more

Andrews Air Conditioning to exhibit at Facilities Show in mid-June

Posted Date 08/06/2015

Following the incredible success of last year’s Facilities Show, we are delighted to confirm our attendance for a second successive summer. Between the 16th and 18^th of June, we will be showcasing a broad range of products at stand Q1150 in the Excel Exhibition Centre and look forward to building links with suppliers and potential customers across the three days.

The event provides us with an excellent opportunity to interact with other businesses currently operating in the industry. Those in attendance will also have the chance to probe our highly-trained staff on the benefits a temporary cooling system, with a series of units on display for first-hand demonstrations. read more

Aviation services request refrigeration upgrade

Posted Date 20/02/2015

As one of the UK’s leading providers of air conditioning and refrigeration services, our staff are used to working on even the most obscure applications. This was recently demonstrated when a specialist airport in Cambridgeshire sought replacement equipment after reporting the breakdown of its existing freezers.

Per industry requirements, aviation components are frequently tested at low temperatures – often us cold as -26°C – in order to establish whether any problems occur over a set period of time. read more

London hotel seeks solution for noisy air conditioning system

Posted Date 27/01/2015

When a premier hotel located in Greenwich received complaints from guests regarding noise levels from the external air conditioning units, an immediate solution was required. In total, fifteen Mitsubishi VRF systems delivered heating and cooling to the hotel’s 157 guest rooms. This meant that a large number of clients could potentially be affected by sound emissions at any given time.

Following a detailed investigation, the first option outlined to our client was for us to install full acoustic attenuators to all condensing units, thus delivering a noise reduction of 12dB. However, as the disturbance was most noticeable at night a highly cost-effective alternative was for us to install a capacity control system, enabling the condenser fans to operate more quietly (by a further 5-7dB) – but at lower capacity – during periods of lower heating or cooling demand. read more