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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.

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

19 Sep

Drying out damp: Andrews Sykes keeps housing project on track

Local borough councils have an important task to continuously build new homes and housing blocks for their residents. But with
18 Sep
Front view of the Andrews Sykes North West depot in Irlam, Manchester, featuring large doors and customer access.

Andrews Sykes opens new North West depot in Irlam, Manchester

Andrews Sykes is opening a new North West depot to strengthen trusted hire services in pumps, heating, cooling and climate
27 Aug
Side view of SH150 SS Eco pump installed outdoors, highlighting dual inlet/outlet suction ports

Meet the New SH150 SS Eco: Tier V Solid Handling Pump for Challenging Environments

When your project demands performance without disruption, the SH150 SS Eco from Sykes Pumps delivers. Engineered for tough site conditions

18 Aug
Ballasting system ensures safe, on-time load-out at Tyne shipyard

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
7 Aug
Polar Heat Pump

Looking for all-season climate control? Introducing the Polar Heat Pump from Andrews Air Conditioning

A revolutionary product in year-round climate control, the Polar Heat Pump offers reliable climate control wherever and whenever you need

31 Jul
Innovative Rooftop Setup in Central London

No off season for our chillers and boilers โ€“ 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
15 Jul
Tired woman in overheated room during UK heatwave highlighting need for portable air conditioning over basic fans

Portable AC vs Fans: What Works When Youโ€™re Dealing with Real Heat

When heatwaves hit, opening a window and switching on a fan just wonโ€™t cut it. UK workplaces, schools, and event

11 Jul
high summer temperatures during UK heatwave

The UKโ€™s Heatwave Problem: Can Your Building Cope?

When the next heatwave strikes, will your workplace be ready โ€“ or will your people, customers, and equipment be left

8 Jul
Luxurious hotel guest room with portable air conditioning hire used to pre-cool space before guest check-in

Climate Control Tips Every Hotel Should Know

Across the entire hotel industry, one thing remains true: comfort is everything. Guests who sleep well, relax with ease, and

7 Jul

Overpumping Solution from Sykes Pumps on Major Sewage Treatment Worksย 

During critical maintenance work on penstocks at a sewage treatment facility in Leicester, a major task prevailed: ensuring the uninterrupted

4 Jul
Female shoppers browsing retail store during summer heatwave โ€“ highlighting customer comfort needs in UK high street shops

How Retailers Are Cutting Cooling Costs in 2025

In 2025, staying cool has become a balancing act. With heatwaves hitting earlier, lasting longer, and becoming more frequent, retailers

30 Jun
Air conditioner hire for health sector

5 Ways Temperature Control Boosts Senior Wellbeing

In the world of adult care, we talk a lot about safety, staffing, and support plans โ€“ but what about

27 Jun
Air Conditioning Rental For Server Rooms

Rising Heat: The Hidden Threat in Your Data Centre

Data centres are the invisible engines driving modern business โ€“ from cloud services to financial transactions, critical infrastructure depends on

27 Jun
Air Conditioner hire for Veterinary Clinics

Veterinary Clinics Are Turning to Emergency AC in 2025 – Hereโ€™s Why

With longer, hotter summers becoming the new norm, veterinary clinics are feeling the heat โ€“ literally. Unlike humans, many animals

27 Jun
air conditioner hire

London Set for 34ยฐC Heatwave: Are Your Cooling Systems Ready for Monday?ย 

As temperatures in London are forecast to soar to 34ยฐC on Monday 30 June, businesses across Greater London and the

27 Jun

Sykes Pumps Assists in Dewatering Operations for New South East Reservoir Constructionย 

A new Oxfordshire reservoir, South East Strategic Reservoir Option (SERSO), is under way, creating a major new investment in water

26 Jun
climate control for vegetables

How Smart Climate Control Keeps Your Supply Chain Fresh

Food freshness doesnโ€™t happen by accident โ€“ itโ€™s carefully engineered. With volatile weather, increasing heatwaves, and fluctuating indoor climates threatening

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