When looking for a new air conditioning unit, it can often be daunting having to talk to someone about an area you aren’t particularly sure of. It can also be confusing if a contractor is talking to you and reeling of lists of technical terms and not being 100 per cent sure on what the actual problem is or what needs to be fixed. With this in mind we have put together a summary of some of the key phrases that will be useful to you when the time comes to buy a new unit or when you need one repaired. Continue reading →
Everyone’s heart stopped on Sunday during the Wimbledon Men’s finals when Andy Murray became the first British man in 77 years to win the title. Since then there have been reports that it was the hottest final ever with temperatures reaching 49.8C in direct sunlight.
Both Murray and his opponent Djokovic looked exhausted from very early on in the match and this is partly due to the intense heat in which they were faced with. They had to keep cool with drinks and ice and they both wore baseball caps for much of the match as temperatures did reach 122F.
Police actually put a warning out to those who were watching the match to keep hydrated and find some shade during the scorching temperatures. Even though the fans were warned, there were still 79 people that were treated by the St John ambulance for heat related issues including, sunburn, heat exhaustion and dehydration.
There were water fountains however many had large queues so many opted for the Pimms instead to keep cool, no doubt this added to the excitement and cheers of the win. Many at centre court were fanning themselves with programmes in a bid to keep cool. It was also suggested that officials moved the roof forward slightly to create some shade. Many on Murray Mount found shelter under union flags and sun umbrellas to try and cope with the heat.
As temperatures reached these highs, we hope that next year they will consider an air conditioning system to help make it more bearable.
Most people who experience heat close to 50C tend to stay in their homes as it is too unbearable and dangerous to be in this for too long. In the southwest dessert area in America temperatures can reach 52 degrees on a regular basis and there aren’t many who brave the streets at this temperature. Having said this though there are around 500,000 people that live in these conditions due to other benefits that come with living in the area. If their cooling systems fail during this time, many are forced to heat to the mountains for some protection.
As these are the reactions of people who have to live in these temperatures, we can only imagine how Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic managed to play the Wimbledon final in the heat.
Replacing air conditioning systems is going to inevitable at some point to ensure that your cooling bills don’t dramatically increase and to keep units running efficiently. If you plan carefully you will be able to have a high performance and a highly efficient system working for those days when it is just too unbearable to sit in the office without it on. Continue reading →
With summer making an appearance every now and again it is likely that your air conditioning units are being used more frequently than in recent months. When it is left for a while some issues can go unnoticed such as an odour coming from unit. This can be due to a number of reasons but it all comes down to cleaning out the unit.
The first thing to check will be finding out where the smell is coming from. There are a number of sources that need to be checked such as the filter, drain line, drain pan and inside the unit itself. The most obvious thing to look for would be mould or a small dead animal such as a mouse. Do make sure you have switched the air conditioning unit off before carrying out any checks or cleaning. Continue reading →
Friedrich was founded in 1883 and they are based in San Antonio. They have been manufacturing air conditioning units since 1952 and they are still the only business to manufacture these units in North America.
Over the last few years there has been an increase in popularity of ductless spilt systems (DSS) in America. This is because it is a great way to cool sunrooms and extensions without the need of installing a central system which could be costly and time consuming. Continue reading →
Money is still tight for many of us so saving money wherever we can is always a good thing. This is why we have come up with a few tips to make sure you get the most for your money from your air conditioning units.
The first thing you can do it make sure that it is regularly serviced. This will ensure that nothing is damaged and it is running efficiently. This may mean that after a period of time you may need to replace your unit if it becomes too old and always needs to be repaired. In the short term this can be expensive but in the long run it will save you money. As well as not keep having to pay for someone to repair your old unit, newer units are a lot more efficient. Continue reading →
It has been announced that Pakistan have said to their civil servants that they are no longer allowed to wear socks as they are turning off all air conditioning systems to try and deal with the serious power cuts they are experiencing. However there are soaring temperatures in Pakistan at the moment so with no air conditioning systems offices will be unbearable, although the country is facing blackouts of up to 20 hours a day in some areas. Continue reading →
So the hot days in England are few and far between but when they are here they are often scorchers! The last thing any of us want to be getting in a car that doesn’t have air conditioning during these days. Luckily for us this is now a common feature in most vehicles but among many motorists the general consensus is that if the air conditioning is on then more fuel is being used. Of course this is true, if the air conditioning is on, it uses more fuel than having the windows open. However, this is only true up to about 40 miles per hour. When this speed is reached, the drag from the open windows actually uses more fuel. Continue reading →
With our brief taster of summer and hopefully the rest still to come many of us will switch our air conditioning units on in the office without even thinking twice. However, those who live in countries with a hotter climate year round are often faced with the potential costs of the systems and many end up asking the question if fans would be more efficient in terms of money. Continue reading →
For most of us in England, we only have the luxury of air conditioning at work rather than at home. So when it comes to sunny bank holiday weekends like the one it is predicted we will be experiencing this May, the ice creams and fans usually come out in full force.
It is expected that most of Britain will be able to enjoy a sunny early May bank holiday with temperatures possibly in the low 20’s. Those who are living in the south of Britain will probably have the best of the weather as Scotland and Northern Ireland are likely to have the odd patch of rain. Continue reading →
When looking for a new air conditioning unit, it can often be daunting having to talk to someone about an area you aren’t particularly sure of. It can also be confusing if a contractor is talking to you and reeling of lists of technical terms and not being 100 per cent sure on what the actual problem is or what needs to be fixed. With this in mind we have put together a summary of some of the key phrases that will be useful to you when the time comes to buy a new unit or when you need one repaired. Continue reading →
Centre Court Temperatures Became Unbearable
Everyone’s heart stopped on Sunday during the Wimbledon Men’s finals when Andy Murray became the first British man in 77 years to win the title. Since then there have been reports that it was the hottest final ever with temperatures reaching 49.8C in direct sunlight.
Both Murray and his opponent Djokovic looked exhausted from very early on in the match and this is partly due to the intense heat in which they were faced with. They had to keep cool with drinks and ice and they both wore baseball caps for much of the match as temperatures did reach 122F.
Police actually put a warning out to those who were watching the match to keep hydrated and find some shade during the scorching temperatures. Even though the fans were warned, there were still 79 people that were treated by the St John ambulance for heat related issues including, sunburn, heat exhaustion and dehydration.
There were water fountains however many had large queues so many opted for the Pimms instead to keep cool, no doubt this added to the excitement and cheers of the win. Many at centre court were fanning themselves with programmes in a bid to keep cool. It was also suggested that officials moved the roof forward slightly to create some shade. Many on Murray Mount found shelter under union flags and sun umbrellas to try and cope with the heat.
As temperatures reached these highs, we hope that next year they will consider an air conditioning system to help make it more bearable.
Most people who experience heat close to 50C tend to stay in their homes as it is too unbearable and dangerous to be in this for too long. In the southwest dessert area in America temperatures can reach 52 degrees on a regular basis and there aren’t many who brave the streets at this temperature. Having said this though there are around 500,000 people that live in these conditions due to other benefits that come with living in the area. If their cooling systems fail during this time, many are forced to heat to the mountains for some protection.
As these are the reactions of people who have to live in these temperatures, we can only imagine how Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic managed to play the Wimbledon final in the heat.
Replacing an Air Conditioning System
Replacing air conditioning systems is going to inevitable at some point to ensure that your cooling bills don’t dramatically increase and to keep units running efficiently. If you plan carefully you will be able to have a high performance and a highly efficient system working for those days when it is just too unbearable to sit in the office without it on. Continue reading →
What to do if your air conditioning has an odour
With summer making an appearance every now and again it is likely that your air conditioning units are being used more frequently than in recent months. When it is left for a while some issues can go unnoticed such as an odour coming from unit. This can be due to a number of reasons but it all comes down to cleaning out the unit.
The first thing to check will be finding out where the smell is coming from. There are a number of sources that need to be checked such as the filter, drain line, drain pan and inside the unit itself. The most obvious thing to look for would be mould or a small dead animal such as a mouse. Do make sure you have switched the air conditioning unit off before carrying out any checks or cleaning. Continue reading →
Ductless Split Systems
Friedrich was founded in 1883 and they are based in San Antonio. They have been manufacturing air conditioning units since 1952 and they are still the only business to manufacture these units in North America.
Over the last few years there has been an increase in popularity of ductless spilt systems (DSS) in America. This is because it is a great way to cool sunrooms and extensions without the need of installing a central system which could be costly and time consuming. Continue reading →
Air Conditioning and the Electricity Bill
Money is still tight for many of us so saving money wherever we can is always a good thing. This is why we have come up with a few tips to make sure you get the most for your money from your air conditioning units.
The first thing you can do it make sure that it is regularly serviced. This will ensure that nothing is damaged and it is running efficiently. This may mean that after a period of time you may need to replace your unit if it becomes too old and always needs to be repaired. In the short term this can be expensive but in the long run it will save you money. As well as not keep having to pay for someone to repair your old unit, newer units are a lot more efficient. Continue reading →
No Air Conditioning in Pakistan
It has been announced that Pakistan have said to their civil servants that they are no longer allowed to wear socks as they are turning off all air conditioning systems to try and deal with the serious power cuts they are experiencing. However there are soaring temperatures in Pakistan at the moment so with no air conditioning systems offices will be unbearable, although the country is facing blackouts of up to 20 hours a day in some areas. Continue reading →
Air Conditioning in Your Vehicle
So the hot days in England are few and far between but when they are here they are often scorchers! The last thing any of us want to be getting in a car that doesn’t have air conditioning during these days. Luckily for us this is now a common feature in most vehicles but among many motorists the general consensus is that if the air conditioning is on then more fuel is being used. Of course this is true, if the air conditioning is on, it uses more fuel than having the windows open. However, this is only true up to about 40 miles per hour. When this speed is reached, the drag from the open windows actually uses more fuel. Continue reading →
Air Conditioning vs Fans
With our brief taster of summer and hopefully the rest still to come many of us will switch our air conditioning units on in the office without even thinking twice. However, those who live in countries with a hotter climate year round are often faced with the potential costs of the systems and many end up asking the question if fans would be more efficient in terms of money. Continue reading →
May Bank Holiday
For most of us in England, we only have the luxury of air conditioning at work rather than at home. So when it comes to sunny bank holiday weekends like the one it is predicted we will be experiencing this May, the ice creams and fans usually come out in full force.
It is expected that most of Britain will be able to enjoy a sunny early May bank holiday with temperatures possibly in the low 20’s. Those who are living in the south of Britain will probably have the best of the weather as Scotland and Northern Ireland are likely to have the odd patch of rain. Continue reading →