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The effect of Bank Holidays on business revenue

May 13, 2019 in /by

Bank Holidays are a wonderful opportunity for respite in a busy work schedule – whether you’re spending time with family or taking time out for yourself. And yet interestingly, research suggests that bank holidays (although there are only eight of them in the UK) can cost small businesses thousands in revenue. According to a report […]

Why your business could benefit from a smart meter

April 28, 2019 in /by

The benefits of smart meters have been a source of scepticism, with some businesses not at all keen on having one installed. Some of the rumours going around are that: smart meters cause cancer, that your smart meter spies on you and that your data isn’t safe, and that the device doesn’t actually save you […]

What is Climate Change Levy and how will due increase affect your business?

March 19, 2019 in /by

In response to global warming, the UK government (along with many other countries in Europe) prescribed various environmental taxes and relief schemes in an effort to encourage businesses to reduce their carbon footprint. The Climate Change Levy (CCL) is one of these measures. The CCL is an environmental tax charged on the energy used by […]

Four ways to cut energy costs and grow your business

February 22, 2019 in /by

Following a survey of over 1,000 energy decision-makers around the world, new research by Centrica Business Solutions has found that, more and more, organisations are starting to take control of their energy. Data shows that: 1 in 3 businesses are exploring how energy can contribute to growth, greater efficiencies and reduced business risk. Organisations with […]

Top tips to helping your business reduce its carbon footprint

January 30, 2019 in /by

In a landmark report by the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) – published in October 2018 – the world’s leading climate scientists warned that there are only 12 or so years for global warming to be kept to a maximum of 1.5C, beyond which even half a degree will significantly worsen the risks […]

Optimise your business’s energy use with Panoramic Power

December 14, 2018 in /by

All businesses hope to operate as efficiently and cost effectively as possible – to maximise revenue and profit. One of many variables in the process of ‘successful business operation’ is optimising energy use; turning energy from a commodity cost to a value-adding resource could give you the edge over your competition – at least, that’s […]

Boiler cashback for small and medium sized businesses in London

November 17, 2018 in /by

Heard of the Cleaner Heat Cashback scheme? If you’re a small to medium sized business (SME) based in London, this is something for you! The Mayor of London is funding an offering that will enable SMEs to claim 30 to 40 percent cashback when replacing an older, inefficient heating system with a new, cleaner one. […]

Top tips for business gas safety

October 22, 2018 in /by

According to the Gas Safety (Instillation & Use) Regulations of 1998… “It’s the duty of every employer or self-employed person to ensure that any gas appliance, installation pipe work or flue installed at any place of work under their control is maintained in a safe condition so as to prevent risk or injury to any […]

Aldi RDC – Isle of Sheppey

September 25, 2018 in , /by

CH Systems secured the pipework installation contract on the new Aldi Regional Distribution Centre (RDC) in June 2017. The new £50m RDC has created around 400 new jobs and measures more than 40,000 square foot. Have a look at the below pics for an idea of the scale of the project: Our scope of work […]

When to call a professional plumber

September 22, 2018 in /by

There are times when the handyman at work will be able to fix a clogged toilet or a slow drain with a plunger and a little elbow grease, and there are also times when he won’t. Sometimes, problems will require a professional in order to avoid major property damage and extortionate costs; the question is, […]