Good health & well-being
Good health & well-being More people are living healthier lives today than in the past.Nevertheless, many are still suffering from preventable diseases and premature deaths.Overcoming disease and ill health requires concerted and sustained efforts. Reproductive, maternal, new-born and child health The maternal mortality ratio has declined by 37% since 2000. Nevertheless, in 2015, 303,000 women […]
Sustainable Cities & Communities
Sustainable Cities & Communities Cities around the world are facing acute challenges in managing rapid urbanisation – from ensuring adequate housing and infrastructure to supporting growing populations while confronting the environmental impact of urban sprawl. Between 2000 and 2014, the proportion of the global urban population living in slums dropped from 28.4% to 22.8%. However, […]
What is the Power Consumption of a Watercooler?
What is the Power Consumption of a Watercooler? Average Power ConsumptionAt standard office conditions (21ºC air temperature), the water cooler is capable of producing a maximum of 5.9 litres of cold water per hour and 7.9 litres of hot water per hour. To produce 5.9 litres of cold water, the unit will consume approximately 80Wh […]
AGEC: France’s AGEC Law + Mains-Fed Hydration
AGEC: France’s AGEC Law + Mains-Fed Hydration In an effort to mitigate climate change, the AGEC law was passed in France in 2020. The objective is to aid the shift from a linear economy to a circular economy; minimising waste and reusing resources where possible. WHAT ARE THE IMPLICATIONS OF THIS LAW?
What is the R600A Refrigerant Change for Watercoolers?
What is the R600A Refrigerant Change for Watercoolers? According to upcoming EU Regulation 217/2014, it is prohibited to use refrigerants with a Global Warming Potential (GWP) > 150 in new watercoolers from January 2022. Please be aware that R134a will still be available for servicing coolers that were put on the market prior to that […]
How to Install a Bottled Watercooler?
How to Install a Bottled Watercooler? Installing a water cooler is easy. Depending on your use, we have provided a guide for installing your bottled water cooler from inspection to setting it up at your customer’s premises. Inspecting the water cooler at your premisesUpon receiving your package, check any signs of damage and report any […]
What to Do Before Installing a Watercooler?
What to Do Before Installing a Watercooler? A documented site survey must be conducted prior to installing a cooler in a facility.Copies of all surveys should be held at the installer’s premises.The purpose of the survey is to ensure that the cooler is installed in a suitable location. Installation guidelines The general guidelines below should […]