With business costs soaring and margins squeezed like never before, operators with multiple air conditioning and refrigeration units running 24/7 are increasingly inclined to factor price more heavily into contracting decisions. The results may be more costly than you imagine though. When value engineering actually delivers...
Energy Performance Certificates (or EPCs) were introduced in the UK back in 2007. At first, they were applicable to all properties as part of the Home Information Packs that property sellers were required to produce for prospective buyers. These packs were abolished in 2010 but...
The benefits of LED lighting transcend all levels of socioeconomic status. Everyone from small houses in third-world countries to large commercial enterprises is reaping the benefits of safely and efficiently lighting their spaces. If you haven't switched to LED lighting, now is the time. To...
Out of the total amount of electricity generated in the UK, around 20 per cent is used to power lighting. However, the lighting systems often in use, do not always employ the most efficient lighting solutions, offering the opportunity to make substantial savings on energy...
You're probably aware that electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular. It seems like every day there's a new report about the growing popularity of EVs, and with the current government incentives, there's never been a better time to invest in one. But what if...
For any business, showing off your products is the best way to draw in customers and keep people buying more. When it comes to food services this can be difficult as it means finding ways to keep short-life items looking their best in order to...
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is an important inspection performed on electrical appliances and equipment designed to make sure that they don’t pose a health and safety risk. PAT testing ensures they are checked and safe to use, helping avoid electricity-related accidents happening in the workplace....
The UK isn't usually known for its heat. In fact, we're usually much more accustomed to rain here. However, after the recent heatwave which left us all scrambling for ice trays and fighting for fans, maybe it's time we turned to a longer-term solution to...
Do you have a plumbing issue in your home or business? The longer it goes on, the more likely it is to get worse. This article shows the importance of addressing plumbing issues fast and how plumbing and water treatment services are a critical consideration. Common...
Having an AC unit is a great investment for your workplace to keep your staff feeling cool and working at their best throughout the day. However, just like any other machine, an AC system requires regular maintenance if it’s going to last for years to...
Many UK workplaces have either installed electric vehicle charging technology or are planning to. Businesses are under pressure to switch their fleets – large or small – to electric vehicles, and of course, they will increasingly have staff and visitors who need access to EV charging...
CCTV offers a number of benefits for a business, including helping to prevent crime, increase staff and customer safety and reduce insurance claims. In this blog, we discuss these benefits in more detail. Does CCTV deter thieves? If you're concerned about theft in your business, CCTV is...
It is a common complaint in the workplace about the office often being too hot during the summer months. Whilst this may seem like a minor issue, it can actually be extremely detrimental to your business as it can not only affect a person’s health...
For your firm to remain compliant, it must perform a fire safety risk assessment. It must also regularly test its fire alarm and ensure that it is professionally serviced to make sure it can be relied upon in an emergency. Weekly fire tests fire alarms Since 2005,...
