How Temperature Control Supports Telecom Resilience

In the digital age, the telecommunications sector stands as a vital pillar upon which businesses and essential services rely upon daily. Downtime or outages caused by issues such as power outages or heat-related malfunctions can have devastating and far-reaching consequences.

During the summer months, effective temperature control becomes even more critical in ensuring IT equipment remains operational. With so much at stake, it’s more important than ever to find air conditioning solutions to ensure business continues as usual, whatever the weather outside.

The Growing Threat of UK Heatwaves

Longer, more intense spells of hot weather are becoming a feature of summer in the UK, with 2024 declared the fourth hottest year on record by The Met Office, following 2022, 2023 and 2014.

Heatwaves pose a range of threats to the health and safety of the public, as well as heightening the risk of overheating of the data centres and vital telecommunications equipment that we all rely on.

The Importance of Climate Control in Telecommunications and IT Services

It’s no exaggeration to say modern businesses simply can’t function without computers, servers, and other vital electrical equipment. However, this equipment is extremely sensitive to heat and humidity. And given that much of the high-power density of this equipment is dissipated as heat, it’s essential to maintain optimal temperature and humidity ranges to keep things running smoothly.

That’s why climate control solutions such as air conditioners and ventilation systems are important features of computer suites, server rooms and telecoms facilities.

Effective climate control can help prevent:

• Business disruption caused by overheated or malfunctioning electrical equipment
• Large bills to repair or replace damaged equipment
• Reduced productivity due to staff working in uncomfortable conditions
• Health and safety risks to employees such as heat stress or breathing difficulties

What Can I Do to Be Heatwave Ready?

There’s no longer an excuse not to be prepared for extreme weather during summer as heatwaves become longer and more pronounced. It’s important to have the right procedures and equipment in place to be ready as the thermometer rises.

You should:

• Have a comprehensive plan in place on how to deal with extreme weather
• Schedule regular building inspections and maintenance to ensure business continuity
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers of HVAC equipment
• Review communications strategies to ensure all team members know what to do if hot weather threatens to disrupt

How Can Andrews Sykes Help Maintain the Perfect Indoor Environment?

1. Fast, Flexible Hire Options
   We offer short and long-term of advanced air conditioning, cooling and dehumidifier hire solutions to maintain optimal climate conditions however you want, whenever you need. Whether you need extra cooling for a week or a bespoke air conditioning package to see you through summer, we’ve got the answer.
2. Smart, Energy-Efficient Equipment
   Our equipment includes modern, energy-efficient portable air conditioners, dehumidifiers, fans, and chillers, many of which integrate with smart controls and monitoring systems to help you manage usage and keep costs low.
   For example, our PAC22 and PAC60 portable air conditioning units are ideal for use in computer suites as they feature a special split design. And we a have range of high-performance chillers with capacities up to 750kW which are available for short or long-term hire.
3. Rapid Response, Nationwide Coverage
   With depots across the UK, we can deliver and install your climate control solutions quickly — even in the event of a sudden heatwave or emergency. Our engineers will assess your site and recommend the most effective, energy-efficient setup.
4. Expert Advice, Free Site Surveys
   We don’t just deliver equipment — we offer free expert consultations and site surveys to help you choose the right setup. Whether you’re cooling an office block, a data centre, or a large server, we’ll ensure it’s done right the first time.
5. Seasonal Support Planning
   Our team can work with you to create seasonal contingency plans so you’re not caught off guard when temperatures rise. You can even pre-book equipment in anticipation of warm weather to beat the summer rush.

Case study: Air Conditioning Hire Maintains Telecommunications Giant’s Broadband Service

When a telecommunications giant encountered chiller failure at one of their key locations, a temporary cooling arrangement was desperately needed while major repair works got underway. Within a few hours of being asked to provide the solution, Andrews Air Conditioning had the kit delivered, installed and operational so normal service could resume.

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Be Ready Whatever the Weather with Andrews Sykes

As extreme weather becomes an increasingly common feature of summer in the UK, it’s important to anticipate the challenges they bring. Air conditioning, cooling and dehumidification systems are essential in telecommunications and IT services for maintaining optimal conditions, protecting vital equipment and ensuring comfort for employees.

To discover exactly how we can help, call now on 0800 211 611 or enquire online.