How do Emergency Back-up Power Systems Work?

Posted on March 24, 2015

There is no escaping the fact that homes and businesses rely on electricity. However few of us consider that the grid delivering the electricity to our home or workplace can fail quite easily. Every year heavy floods, snow storms and hurricane force winds leave thousands of homes and businesses without electricity for several days or even weeks. It is not only the weather that causes problems. Routine maintenance such as the renewal of transformers, or accidents such as a truck demolishing overhead cables can cause disruption to power supplies. Power failure can be very expensive to businesses and households, and can…

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Impacts of the R22 ban on refrigeration and air conditioning systems

Posted on February 26, 2015

R22 is a refrigerant gas that falls under the category of Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC), and it is used in air conditioning, heat pump and refrigeration systems across the world. However, from 2015, the use of HCFCs will become illegal, which will create significant ramifications for the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. In fact, since 2004 R22 has not been allowed in new air conditioning systems since 2004, but existing machines did not fall under the remit of this legislation until 2010. When this legislation was introduced, it affected the use of new or ‘virgin’ R22 refrigerants, allowing only for the use of…

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Pros and Cons of Underfloor Heating

Posted on January 25, 2015

Comfort is very important when working in an office, as being uncomfortable can be distracting and have a negative effect on the work rate and output of employees. In the winter months, when the cold becomes more noticeable and thermostats across the country get turned up a few notches, some buildings may also switch on their underfloor heating. There are obvious benefits to having underfloor heating, but there are also some drawbacks, and this article will look into them in detail. Pros: Warmth Underfloor heating can provide a subtle but very welcome heat, which is ideal for bathrooms and toilets with…

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Heating an Office Environment in Winter

Posted on December 27, 2014

As the winter months are now upon us, many businesses are looking for ways to create a warm and comfortable environment for their employees. However, these benefits need to be balanced with energy costs and the concepts should be easy to implement. Let us take a look at some of the most powerful tips that will help to adequately heat an office during colder times of the year. Understanding the Appropriate Temperatures Although the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) states that the minimum working temperature should be at least sixteen degrees, most offices prefer to maintain heat at levels between twenty-one…

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Why Do Multi Storey Buildings Need Facilities Management?

Posted on December 2, 2014

Facilities management is a very useful process that business owners use to help with the day to day running of their building and its facilities. A facilities manager will address maintenance issues, keep on top of any problems that need to be rectified and ensure that the building is operating as smoothly as possible. Using an organised system to keep track of your facilities management jobs can help with the efficiency of any work that needs to be carried out, as well as making the facilities manager’s job easier. They can keep track of requests for maintenance and work through them…

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3 Signs that your Air Conditioning Needs Replacing

Posted on November 6, 2014

Just like every other appliance in your home, your air conditioning system may need replacing one day. It can be difficult to tell exactly when it needs repairing, but there are some tell-tale signs that indicate you should replace the unit immediately. Here are the 3 most common signs that show that your air con is due for replacement. The system has been repaired too often If you have had to call a repair engineer multiple times within a short period of time, then this is a clear indication that your unit is getting old. On average, an air conditioning system…

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The Dos and Don’ts of Air Conditioning For Business

Posted on October 8, 2014

No matter what time of year it is you’ll want to achieve thermal comfort in your building, this is difficult at times with so many factors impacting on the heat or cold air coming from your air conditioning system. To try and combat some of the things which can ruin the efficiency of your air conditioning we’ve listed some dos and don’ts in this article which, if followed, will undoubtedly help in keeping your building at just the right temperature. The Dos Do improve your insulation There are so many ways in which your building can leak warm or cool air…

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Why is London the Capital for Business?

Posted on September 16, 2014

London is often referred to as the business capital of the world, with its reputation being based on influence, the strength of its economic power and technological state, as well as other factors. It is also revered for its status as a ‘city gateway’, which means that it is an ideal tourist destination and hub for transport. Technology plays a huge part in the way a city is viewed, so if a city places importance on keeping up to date with technological advancements, it will only enhance its reputation both as a tourist destination and a business centre. The report, carried…

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How Can a Facilities Management Contract Help My Business?

Posted on August 26, 2014

What is Facilities Management? Facilities management is a role dedicated to coordinating space, infrastructure and people which is often used in the running of arenas, schools, office blocks, hospitals, hotels and shopping malls. But what are the benefits of having a facilities manager in your business? This article will detail the responsibilities of such a role and the benefits that employing a facilities manager can bring to your company. The responsibilities of a facilities manager are numerous and cover a wide array of sectors, including: Health and safety Fire safety Security Cleaning Operations Maintenance/Testing/Inspections Commercial property management Use of space Maintenance…

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Make your Business Premises Safe from Fire

Posted on July 2, 2014

Ensuring the safety of your employees in the workplace is of the utmost importance for all employers. As an employer or building manager, you are known as the ‘responsible person’ which means you have a number of responsibilities to ensure the safety of those in your building. Those responsibilities include: Regular fire risk assessments of your premises Put in place and maintain appropriate safety measures Plan for emergency Provide appropriate fire safety training and information Any escape routes that are in place in your building must be totally unobstructed at all times, and they must be easy for everyone to pass…

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