Manned 24 hour Call-out Service

Athletic Arms

Client: Athletic Arms, Edinburgh
Completion date: November 24
HF divisions involved:

Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief Project Description: HF was called out to a local hospitality venue in Edinburgh where the carbon monoxide (CO) alarm had been triggered. CO alarms are vital for safety and a fast response time was crucial to assess and deal with the situation which is why the property manager contacted HF’s Mechanical Division to investigate and resolve the issue as soon as possible.

condemned boiler replacement in Edinburgh

At HF, we offer Manned 24 Hour Call-out Services for all of our Electrical,  Mechanical and Fire & Security Services to ensure that businesses nationwide can quickly resolve any urgent issues no matter the day or hour. Upon arrival, our experienced mechanical engineer quickly assessed the situation. The source of the carbon monoxide was traced to the venue’s boiler. The engineer discovered that the gas valve of the boiler had experienced a catastrophic failure, leading to incomplete combustion. This failure was causing the build up of carbon monoxide, setting off the CO alarm.

Given the severity of the issue, the engineer condemned the faulty boiler and recommended an immediate replacement which we quoted for. It was clear that the boiler was beyond repair and had reached the end of its service life.

Understanding the urgency of the situation, we prioritised a quick turnaround for the installation and upon acceptance of the quote, our team moved swiftly to remove the old boiler and install the new one with minimal downtime, ensuring the hospitality venue could continue operations as smoothly as possible.

The new high-efficiency boiler was chosen for its reliability, energy efficiency and long-term value. It also adhered to the latest safety and environmental standards, offering peace of mind to the property owner and tenants.

Thanks to our teams fast response and professional expertise, the properties heating issue was resolved quickly. The replacement boiler not only addressed the immediate safety concern but also provided the client with a more efficient and reliable heating solution. Our ability to respond promptly, with an effective solution, reinforced our commitment to providing excellent service and maintaining client safety.

Project Challenges: The main challenge with this project was ensuring the safety of occupants of the building and working to a tight turn around time.  Safety is always our highest priority and once the catastrophic failure had been identified and the boiler had been condemned, we turned our attention to replacing the system as quickly as possible.  As we were in the depths of November in Scotland, the weather was frequently dipping down to zero degrees so we had to ensure that the new boiler was fitted quickly to ensure that the venue could continue to operate in what is the start of their busiest time of the year.  Our Mechanical team are experts in the installation of boilers and heating systems businesses of all sizes, not just in Edinburgh but nationwide. With branches in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast, and Aberdeen, we are strategically positioned to provide comprehensive mechanical services across the UK and this recent job, like so many before it, proved no challenge to our experienced mechanical team and the new boiler was successfully installed in the quoted time with no issues.

Whether it’s emergency call-outs, routine maintenance, or full system installations, our experienced engineers are committed to delivering high-quality solutions tailored to the needs of each client. No matter where your business is located, HF is your trusted partner for reliable, quality heating solutions.

A Company Well Connected

HF is a trusted partner for the hospitality industry, providing a comprehensive range of services under one roof. With our expertise in electrical, mechanical, and fire & security services, we offer end-to-end solutions that ensure the smooth operation and safety of hospitality businesses nationwide.

Our electrical services cover everything from lighting and power installations to energy-efficient solutions, all designed to enhance the guest experience while our mechanical division delivers reliable heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that ensure comfort for both staff and guests, alongside prompt, efficient maintenance and emergency response services.

In addition, our fire & security team works tirelessly to implement and maintain advanced fire alarms, security systems and surveillance solutions, ensuring the safety of guests, staff and property at all times.

With nationwide coverage and branches in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, HF is “A Company Well Connected” for the hospitality sector, offering seamless, integrated solutions that meet the unique demands of hotels, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Whether it’s new installations or ongoing service, we are committed to supporting the industry’s success with the highest standards of service and reliability.

Oneill’s

Client: Mitchells & Butlers
Completion date: November 2024
HF divisions involved:

Electrical
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC
Fire & Security

Brief Project Description: HF was commissioned by Mitchell & Butler to convert an underutilised first-floor area at their O’Neill’s pub in the heart of Glasgow into a new, exciting darts venue called Arrow Smiths. The new venue was to feature six “Oche” (dart lanes), and the project required a full electrical and mechanical overhaul to bring the space up to standard for the new facility.

Electrical Scope of Work

The electricians at HF were tasked with ensuring that the venue’s electrical infrastructure supported the unique demands of a modern darts space. Key aspects of the electrical work included:
• Mains Power Installation: HF electricians ran new mains power to the first floor, ensuring a safe and reliable power supply to the entire space.
• Mains Distribution Board & Mode Tiger Panel: To manage the new lighting system, we installed a new mains distribution board and a Mode Tiger panel, which allowed for control over the venue’s dimmer lighting system. This feature was essential for setting the right mood and atmosphere for both players and spectators.
• Cabling & Power Sockets: The team installed new cabling throughout the venue, ensuring that all dart lanes (Oche) were properly powered. Additional power sockets were fitted to accommodate electronic devices and other equipment.
• LED Lighting Installation: We also upgraded the lighting throughout the venue, fitting energy-efficient LED lights. As you can see from the photos, the new venue features quite a lot of new lighting fixtures, enhancing the overall experience for customers.

Mechanical Scope of Work

Our mechanical engineers were responsible for upgrading and repositioning several of the venue’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to ensure a comfortable and climate-controlled environment for patrons and staff.
• Heating System Upgrade: The site’s existing heating system was upgraded with new radiators, improving the energy efficiency and performance of the system, ensuring the venue was warm and welcoming, even in colder Glasgow months.
• Ventilation System: A new ventilation system was installed to ensure good air quality and the removal of any lingering smoke or humidity, which can be important in busy, high-energy environments.
• Air Conditioning Repositioning: The existing air conditioning units were repositioned to better serve the new layout of the venue, ensuring optimal cooling during warm months.

Fire & Security Scope of Work

Our Fire & Security team played a vital role in the project by making fire alarm alterations to comply with building control requirements. These modifications ensured the venue met all necessary safety standards while integrating seamlessly with the updated design.

Project Challenges: One of the primary challenges of this project was working within the constraints of a heritage building. The team had to carefully navigate existing infrastructure while ensuring that all new installations were compliant with safety regulations and the specific requirements of the new darts venue. HF’s experience with complex installations allowed the team to quickly adapt and resolve challenges in a timely and cost-effective manner.

The Arrow Smiths darts venue at O’Neill’s is now a state-of-the-art facility offering a unique and entertaining experience for visitors. With the work completed on time and within budget, the venue boasts a reliable electrical system, an upgraded HVAC system and an inviting atmosphere, making it a popular destination for darts enthusiasts and pub-goers alike.
HF’s expertise in mechanical and electrical installations as well as fire & security work, combined with our commitment to safety and quality, ensured the success of the project. The team’s collaborative approach and attention to detail working alongside Hugh Stirling Ltd Shopfitters resulted in a seamless transformation of the venue, showcasing HF’s ability to deliver complex projects with precision and excellence. The new venues interior design was brought to life by Spatialized. Their innovative approach turned the derelict space into an engaging and visually stunning venue.

A diverse range of services for a diverse sector

With divisions covering everything from Electrical Fitting to Mechanical Ventilation systems and even 24/7 Security monitoring, we really are A Company Well Connected.

We can offer it all and more; and all under the one HF banner. Our unrivalled levels of in-house service and capabilities in everything we do has seen us occupy an unprecedented position in our industry and has seen us become the go to name in Hospitality and Tourism Contracting.

With senior-level hands on management involved from the initial project planning all the way up to work completion, you have access to our wide range of services, consultants and skills which are second to none. To find out more about our services nationwide, please contact us today.

 

Fettes College

Client: Fettes College, Edinburgh
Completion date: August 24
HF divisions involved:

Electrical
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief Project Description: Our Mechanical and Electrical Services team was tasked with delivering a comprehensive “All Trades Package” for Fettes College, one of Edinburgh’s leading schools, during the summer holidays. The project involved converting outdated changing rooms in two of the school’s boarding houses into modern, functional study rooms, ready in time for the start of the new academic term.

The project needed to be completed within a tight deadline during the summer break while ensuring minimal disruption to the school’s schedule. The scope involved significant structural changes, mechanical and electrical services, and required seamless coordination between our two teams.

We oversaw the entire transformation of the space. This involved removal of existing walls and structures and the installation of new ceilings, walls, and flooring to meet the design specifications of the study rooms.

Before and After of our Mechanical and Electrical work at Fettes College in Edinburgh

Our skilled electricians executed the complete rewiring of the new study rooms, which included installation of electrical wiring throughout the spaces and placement of all electrical sockets required for the new study rooms. We setup of state-of-the-art LED lighting, providing optimal brightness for the rooms intended usage, all while boosting energy efficiency. This included individual lighting fixtures installed for each study bench, ensuring a focused environment for each student.

Our Mechanical team handled all aspects of the heating system in the newly created study rooms. The work included alterations to the existing heating pipework to accommodate the new layout and ensuring a comfortable and regulated temperature in each study room for year-round use.

Project Challenges: Because of the set deadline for completion, this project was efficiently managed from start to finish ensuring it was successfully completed on time, with all work finishing ahead of the school reopening for the new term. The collaboration between our mechanical and electrical teams highlights the efficiency of our integrated approach at HF, ensuring the new study rooms were both highly functional and aesthetically pleasing.

From structural changes to sophisticated electrical and mechanical services. Fettes College now enjoys newly renovated study rooms that meet the highest standards of quality and comfort, further enhancing the learning environment for their students.

The successful delivery of the ‘All Trades Package’ for Fettes College demonstrates our capacity to handle complex projects with tight deadlines. Our expertise in both mechanical and electrical services, combined with our attention to detail, ensures that we consistently provide high-quality, tailored solutions to meet our clients’ needs. For more information about our mechanical and electrical services for work in the education sector across the UK, or to discuss your next project, please contact HF today.  With unrivalled in-house capabilities & service in everything we do from electrical and mechanical services to fire & security, telecommunications and automated controls, we are more than just another service contractor.

Walter Scott Offices

Client: Walter Scott
Completion date: July 24
HF divisions involved:
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Walter Scott recently undertook a significant refurbishment of their office toilet facilities to modernise and improve functionality. HF was chosen to carry out the Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works, ensuring the new layout and systems met the highest standards of efficiency and comfort.

Brief Project Description: Our Mechanical Engineers were tasked with implementing a new toilet layout with contemporary features such as concealed toilet frames and wall-hung floating pans. We installed a new disabled WC to improve accessibility and upgraded the facilities to underslung wash hand basins for a sleek, hygienic finish.

We also installed new radiators throughout the toilet areas for better heating and enhanced the existing ventilation system for improved air quality and comfort.

toilet fit out for offices in Edinburgh

Our inhouse team redesigned the toilet layout to include concealed toilet frames and wall-hung floating pans. This modern design not only improves the aesthetic appeal but also simplifies cleaning and maintenance, contributing to better hygiene. The new underslung wash hand basins that we installed are also easy to clean and maintain, enhancing the overall hygiene of the toilet facilities while offering a seamless and contemporary look.

Project Challenges: Often the biggest challenge when working on toilet and bathroom upgrades is the limited space.  However the Walter Scott Office space was spacious enough to allow our plumbing and heating engineers ample room to complete the work to the expected high quality standards that HF has become known for.

The new toilet layout with concealed toilet frames and wall-hung floating pans offers a modern, sleek appearance that not only improves aesthetics but also makes cleaning and maintenance easier, promoting a more hygienic environment. The installation of a new disabled WC ensures that the facilities are accessible to all, demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity and compliance with legal standards while upgrading the ventilation system has significantly improved air quality in the toilet facilities. Enhanced ventilation reduces odours and maintains a fresh atmosphere, enhancing overall user experience.

new toilets installed for offices in Edinburgh

The successful refurbishment of the toilet facilities at Walter Scott Office underscores our capability in delivering high-quality, comprehensive M&E solutions. By modernising the layout, enhancing accessibility, and upgrading key systems, we have significantly improved the functionality and comfort of the facilities.

For more information about our services or to discuss your project needs, please contact us today With senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover coupled with the opportunity to tap into a wide range of varied services and associated consultants, we can offer our customers unsurpassed levels of genuinely in-house capabilities..

North British Distillers

Client: North British Distillers
Completion date: July 24
HF divisions involved:

Electrical
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief Project Description: North British Distillers in Addiewell recently undertook a comprehensive Mechanical & Electrical refurbishment project to modernise their facilities. We were entrusted with the task of enhancing the ventilation, heating, cooling, and sanitary facilities to improve comfort and efficiency in the newly formed offices and canteen.

Three Heat Recovery Units were installed as part of the M&E refurbishment. These units are essential for maintaining air quality by providing a continuous supply of fresh air and extracting used air from the offices and canteen. By recovering heat from the extracted air, these units also contribute to energy efficiency, reducing heating and cooling costs.

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We installed state-of-the-art comfort heating and cooling systems in the office areas to ensure a pleasant working environment throughout the year. The canteen and toilet areas were also equipped with new heating systems to provide consistent warmth and comfort.

As part of the refurbishment, the toilet facilities were completely overhauled. New toilets, basins, and showers were installed, significantly improving the hygiene and usability of these essential amenities.

Project Challenges: Because of the scale of the installation project, the biggest challenge was handling deliveries of the equipment and installing it without disrupting day to day operations at the site.  Our Mechanical & Electrical team are well versed in working in these kind of environments and on these size of jobs so with proper planning and scheduling of deliveries, our work ran smoothly throughout.

The Heat Recovery Units have significantly improved the air quality in the newly formed offices and canteen. By continuously providing fresh air and efficiently removing used air, these units create a healthier and more comfortable environment for staff.

The new heating and cooling systems ensure that the offices remain comfortable in all seasons, enhancing productivity and employee satisfaction. The upgraded heating in the toilets and canteen areas also ensures that these spaces remain warm and welcoming.

The refurbishment of the toilet facilities has provided modern, clean, and efficient amenities, improving the overall experience for employees and visitors.

The heat recovery units contribute to the energy efficiency of the building by recycling heat from the extracted air, leading to lower energy consumption and reduced operational costs.

The successful completion of the M&E refurbishment project at North British Distillers, Addiewell, highlights our expertise in delivering comprehensive, high-quality solutions. By installing advanced ventilation, heating, cooling, and sanitary systems, we have ensured that the facilities are modern, efficient, and comfortable, meeting the needs of the client and their staff.

With branches across the UK, we have diversified and developed abreast of industry advancements and have grown into a group of world-class companies leading the way in next-generation technologies; and all with a family continuity at management level which is rarely seen.

We are an ambitious and diverse family of companies offering superior quality and exceptional customer service.   Attracting and retaining the best talent creates positive returns and ensures we continue to make a significant contribution for our customers, staff, suppliers and communities.

For more information about our services or to discuss your project needs, please contact us.

The Park Hotel, Peebles

Client: The Park Hotel, Peebles
Completion date: July 24
HF divisions involved:
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief Project Description: The Park Hotel in Peebles recently embarked on a significant upgrade to its heating and hot water systems to enhance energy efficiency and reliability. Our Mechanical Engineers were commissioned to install three new ACV Heatmaster 85 TC Evo gas-fired heaters. These state-of-the-art water heaters replaced the hotel’s aging gas boilers and hot water cylinders, promising substantial improvements in energy consumption and operational performance.

The objectives were simple. Replace the old gas boilers and hot water cylinders with modern, energy-efficient solutions and install reliable and efficient heating and hot water systems to ensure consistent service.

We were required to integrate new pumps, press unit, air dirt separator, and a mechanical control panel for optimal performance and insulate all pipework to minimise heat loss and maximise energy savings.

We installed three ACV Heatmaster 85 TC Evo gas-fired heaters, which are renowned for their high efficiency and reliability. These heaters combine the functions of a high-output boiler and a water heater in a single unit, providing an efficient solution for both heating and hot water needs.

To support the new water heaters, we installed all new pumps, a press unit, and an air dirt separator. These components are critical for maintaining the efficiency and longevity of the heating system. The air dirt separator, in particular, helps to remove air and impurities from the water, reducing the risk of corrosion and blockages.

Peebles Hotel Boiler Heating Upgrade Work

A full new Mechanical Control Panel was installed to manage and optimise the operation of the heating system. This control panel allows for precise regulation of the heaters, ensuring they operate at peak efficiency and respond accurately to the hotel’s heating and hot water demands.

Upon completion of the installation, all pipework was thoroughly insulated. This step is essential for reducing heat loss, which in turn improves the overall efficiency of the heating system and reduces energy costs.

Project Challenges: The heating and hot water system upgrade was scheduled in the summer months when demand for heating is at a yearly low.  However, because this is a hotel, our work needed to be staggered to ensure that the hospitality venue was still able to offer customers hot water through the upgrade work.  As a leading mechanical contractor, our experience of working in large scale heating systems like this is first rate and our team were able to schedule the work to minimise any disruption to the hotels guests.

The old boiler systems were taken to be recycled and the new system was properly tested to ensure that it performs reliably from day one.

The ACV Heatmaster 85 TC Evo gas-fired heaters are significantly more energy-efficient than the old gas boilers and hot water cylinders. This upgrade will lead to a reduction in energy consumption and operational costs for The Park Hotel while the high-quality components will enhance the reliability of the hotel’s heating and hot water system, ensuring a consistent supply of hot water and heating throughout the premises.

The successful upgrade of The Park Hotel’s heating and hot water systems highlights our consistent success rate in delivering energy-efficient, reliable, and high-performance solutions to customers who require substantial upgrade and installation work with minimal disruption to their day to day business activities. By installing modern water heaters, supporting components, and comprehensive insulation, we have ensured that The Park Hotel will benefit from reduced energy costs, improved system reliability, and enhanced overall performance.

For more information about our services or to discuss your project needs, please contact us today.  With branches nationwide and Manned 24 Hour Call-out Services, we are more than just another service contractor.

Providing a full range of plumbing, heating, ventilation, HVAC and refrigeration services, we deliver high quality solutions regardless of contract value or size. Our business is based on our customers’ needs: that means professionalism, honesty and reliability, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Abbotsinch Ltd

Client: Abbotsinch Ltd
Completion date: April 24
HF divisions involved:
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Abbotsinch is a popular bar, restaurant and function room in Grangemouth. As part of upgrade works at the hospitality venue, Abbotsinch sought to upgrade their gas supply infrastructure to support the installation of new catering appliances.

Brief Project Description: Abbotsinch faced a critical challenge in ensuring the adequacy and safety of its gas supply infrastructure. With the installation of new catering appliances requiring a higher gas volume, the existing 22mm gas pipe needed to be upgraded to a larger 54mm pipe. Additionally, strict gas regulations mandated adherence to rigorous testing procedures, including strength tests, tightness tests, and air-to-gas purging, as outlined in igem/up/1 guidelines.

Renowned for our expertise in mechanical services, HF was entrusted with the task of upgrading Abbotsinch’s gas supply infrastructure. Our team of highly skilled gas engineers meticulously planned and executed the project, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.

Our engineers conducted a thorough assessment of the existing gas supply infrastructure to determine the scope of work required for the upgrade. The existing 22mm gas pipe was replaced with a larger 54mm pipe to accommodate the increased gas volume demanded by the new catering appliances. In accordance with igem/up/1 guidelines, our engineers rigorously followed prescribed methods to conduct strength tests, tightness tests, and air-to-gas purging, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Gas line upgrade work for bar and restaurant.

Project Challenges: Recognising the challenges posed by the bustling nature of the building site, our engineers commenced work at 5 am to safely purge the gas pipe without any personnel on-site, thereby minimising risks and ensuring a smooth execution of the task.

Addressing the challenge of the purge stack being 5m from the building and potential ignition sources, stringent safety measures were implemented to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of personnel and property.

Through meticulous planning and execution, we successfully upgraded the gas supply infrastructure, providing the necessary volume to support the installation of new catering appliances. By adhering to regulatory standards and implementing stringent safety measures, potential risks were mitigated, and the safety of the premises was ensured. The seamless execution of the project underscored our commitment to delivering excellence in mechanical services while prioritising safety and compliance.

Commercial Mechanical Contractors Nationwide

Providing a full range of plumbing, heating, ventilation, HVAC and refrigeration services for commercial clients across the UK. We deliver high quality solutions regardless of contract value or size. Our business is based on our customers’ needs: that means professionalism, honesty and reliability, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We have a highly skilled in-house workforce of Mechanical Engineers where no project is beyond our capabilities.  From initial enquiry through to project completion, we appoint a manager who oversees the entire project and ensures every client need is met, every step of the way. In a world where customer service increasingly means call centres and multiple management, we believe ours is a refreshingly different approach.

If you would like to know more about our range of Mechanical Services, please contact us today to find out more.

Lennoxtown Community Sports Complex

Client: Morgan Sindall
Completion date: March 24
HF divisions involved:
Electrical
Green Energy
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Located in Lennoxtown, Scotland, the High Park Community Sports Complex received funding to tackle the growing demand for modern amenities and energy-efficient infrastructure. HF were brought in to handle the sites electrical and mechanical services, tasked with revamping the facility to meet modern standards.

Brief Project Description: The client required a comprehensive overhaul of the sports complex, focusing on modernising the facilities while enhancing energy efficiency. The key requirements included:

We upgraded the existing electrical systems to meet current regulations and safety standards and installed new distribution boards, wiring, and accessories to support increased demand on site.  We also installed new LED Lighting to offer energy-efficient lighting throughout the complex, including sports arenas, corridors, and outdoor spaces.

Our Mechanical Engineers designed and installed a new air conditioning system to ensure optimal temperature control and ventilation as well as fitting a new air source heat pump to efficiently generate hot water, reducing reliance on traditional heating methods and lowering energy consumption.

We also refurbished the restroom facilities with the installation of new showers, toilets, sinks, and fixtures to enhance user convenience and hygiene standards.

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Project Challenges: During the project execution, we successfully dealt with challenges including logistical constraints, coordination with multiple subcontractors also working on site and adherence to strict timelines. However, through effective project management and proactive communication, we successfully navigated these hurdles, ensuring minimal disruptions to the facility’s operations.

All work was completed well within the scheduled deadline and the facility has now successfully opened, benefiting the local community of Lennoxtown.

The successful completion of the project underscores our expertise in delivering comprehensive mechanical and electrical solutions tailored to clients’ needs. By modernising Lennoxtown High Park Community Sports Complex, this project has not only met the client’s expectations but also contributed to the sustainable development of the local community infrastructure.

Our work in the Sports & Leisure Sector

From Murryfield (home of Scottish International Rugby) to local gym facilities; out Sports Facilities & Leisure Sector contracting work truly covers projects of all shapes and sizes.

We use our expertise in the diverse range of services that we offer within HF to create, maintain and service sports and leisure facilities for our customers across the UK.

In an environment where cost-effective, trouble free yet high quality contracting work is not just expected but demanded, we deliver.

Our mixture of standard and bespoke services allows us to offer a ‘one stop shop’ for projects ranging from the fitting of a new gym facility to the 24/7 security monitoring of large scale sports venue and the mechanical and electrical fitting of community sports complexes like this one in Lennoxtown.

With office in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, our services span far and wide across the UK to offer our clients an unsurpassed level of genuinely in-house capabilities, senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover, and the opportunity to tap into a wide range of services and a team of consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none.

Morgan Sindall

Client: Morgan Sindall
HF divisions involved:
Electrical
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: With their headquarters located at Eurocentral just outside of Glasgow, Morgan Sindall turned to HF for help as they embarked on a comprehensive office refurbishment project aimed at enhancing the functionality and efficiency of their facilities. As part of this endeavour, HF were tasked with carrying out the electrical and mechanical refurbishment and upgrade of their head office. Given the challenges posed by the age of the building and the numerous alterations over the years, Morgan Sindall knew that experience and quality would be vital for a successful outcome which is why they sought the expertise of our electricians and mechanical team to navigate the complexities and deliver a high quality solution.

morgan sindall office electrical lighting installation
morgan sindall office ventilation upgrade work
morgan sindall office electrical installation

Project Challenges: The Eurocentral head office presented challenges due to its age and numerous alterations to its footprint over the years. This resulted in a certain amount of unknowns within each system, requiring careful assessment and planning.

The existing ventilation system was substantially outdated and redundant, posing a challenge in restoring it to operational status to meet modern office environment standards.

Morgan Sindall required both mechanical and electrical systems to be upgraded and compatible with a modern office environment, necessitating efficient and economically viable solutions.

We collaborated closely with the design team from Morgan Sindall to devise efficient and economically viable solutions and this partnership ensured that the proposed upgrades aligned with the companies objectives and regulatory standards. We undertook the refurbishment and upgrade of both mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring compatibility with modern office standards which included upgrading the office buildings ventilation system and installing new LED lighting, feature lighting, and lighting controls.

The project was executed in phases to minimise disruptions to the ongoing day to day business of the companies employees and this strategic approach enabled the office to maintain operational capabilities while the refurbishment work progressed seamlessly.

The final result was the successful modernisation of the head office’s mechanical and electrical systems, aligning them with modern standards. The successful completion of the Eurocentral head office refurbishment project by our team underscores our expertise in navigating complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions in office refurbishments. By collaborating closely with the client, we ensured that the upgraded mechanical and electrical systems met modern standards while minimising disruptions and maintaining operational capabilities.

Morgan Sindall Office Refurbishment

 

Morgan Sindall Construction Subcontractor of the Year Award.

Having won both the Scottish and National Morgan Sindall Subcontractor of the year award, we were incredibly proud to have been tasked with completing the office refurbishment for their head office in Eurocentral. Every year, Morgan Sindall hold an annual awards ceremony to celebrate the outstanding achievements of their supply chain and having won our regional award, we went one better and won the national award through the work we provide in Electrical, Mechanical and Fire & Security for them across the country.

The award is given to the subcontractor in recognition of the quality work and service that they have provided them over the last year on a range of large scale jobs across the UK.  Quality is one of our four core values as a company and we are delighted to have received this award because it recognises our committed in this area.

We are one of the leading office refurbishment and fitting companies across Scotland, England and Northern Ireland with a reputation that has been established over three centuries in business.

The HF Group is run with a family culture and senior level hands on management involved right from the initial planning all the way to project completion.  This unique formula has been a key aspect of our success story as we deliver more and more contracting services for commercial premises and office spaces across the UK.

Slater Steps

Client: Slater Steps
Project length: 3 weeks
Completion date: December 23
HF divisions involved:
Electrical
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: 21-23 Slater’s Steps is a fully refurbished, open plan office space in Edinburgh, boasting double height ceilings that provide excellent natural light.  As part of the sites refurbishment, HF were called in to compete the electrical work including the install of a new power supply, containment and LED lighting.

As a leading electrical contractor, our experience of working in office refurbishments meant that the installation of new electrical wiring and power supply went without a hitch.

air to air heat pump as part of office refurbishment

As part of the initial project requirements, we were asked to upgrade the offices existing electric panel heaters. However, after our team had completed a site survey, we advised the client that they would be better off taking advantage of a new air to air heat pump system.  This would provide a far more comfortable office environment all year round and benefit the office space greatly over the heating system that they had originally wanted to refurbish. Air to air heat pumps are advanced, efficient heating and cooling systems that provide effortless temperature control for maximum comfort.  They are also very energy efficient which will help the office to reduce their energy consumption whilst also helping to improve the air quality within the open plan office.

The new containment was utilised to install 4 x new Daikin ceiling mounted AC indoor units that our Mechanical team fitted to provide the site with energy efficient heating and cooling all year round.

Further green energy solutions were implemented including LED lighting upgrade work. The new LED lighting means that the refurbished office now benefits from superior lighting that is also more energy efficient, helping to further cut down on the sites yearly energy consumption.

Project Challenges: As with any project of this scope, the biggest challenge was working around other contractors.

Scotwood Interiors were responsible for the fit-out fabric works and our electricians and mechanical engineers successfully worked alongside them to ensure that all the electrical and mechanical work was completed to set schedules that would allow the office decorating to proceed without any delays.

Our clients satisfaction is always a sign that we have done a good job and with this project, the client was so pleased with the quality of our work that our fire & security engineers have already been contracted to replace the offices existing alarm system with a new and improved one.

A Company Well Connected

We are ‘A Company Well Connected’ and within HF we have Electricians, Mechanical Contractors, Plumbers, Gas Engineers, Fire & Security Engineers, Telecommunications Specialists and Automated Control Engineers who collectively allow us to offer our customers so many varied services – all under one roof.

With senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover coupled with the opportunity to tap into a wide range of varied services and associated consultants, we can offer our customers unsurpassed levels of genuinely in-house capabilities.

If you would like to know more about HF and the range of services that we can offer across the UK through our branches in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, please contact us.

Royal Edinburgh Hospital

Client: Royal Edinburgh Hospital
Project length: 6 days
Completion date: October 23
HF divisions involved:
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: With winter fast approaching, our Mechanical engineers were called into specify a new hot water system to suit the needs of this specific ward within Royal Edinburgh Hospital.

Their existing system had developed a fault and it had become apparent that the system was in need of an upgrade and no longer economically viable to run.  A lack of parts, worsening reliability and high repair costs meant that it no longer made financial sense to maintain the system. The Hospital had been operating on one unit for the majority of the summer and the client needed to ensure that demand would be met throughout the approaching winter.  The decision was made to replace the old system with a brand new hot water system.

After consultation and listening to what our client needed, we turned to well known brand ACV who assisted us with selecting the right option for the hospital which was for two water Master Evo 45 water boilers. These units were specified because they offered the following features which helped meet the clients specific specifications.

The old hot water system was safely removed and recycled and the new system was installed with all related piping, lagging and control system also fitted. The new hot water system will not only be more reliable but also run more efficiently.  This will help to reduce the hospitals energy costs for many years to come.

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Project Challenges: One of the challenges that our engineers had to overcome during the installation process was ensuring that the downtime associated with the project was kept to a minimum. Our experience of working in ‘live’ working environments such as this proved invaluable to the successful installation and with careful planning and the fantastic efforts of our attending engineers this was achieved with ease . The client now has a fully functioning and reliable hot water system that has full ACV product support and an extended 5 years warranty. They can look forward to a functional and economical hot water system for years to come.

Commercial Mechanical Contractors Nationwide

Providing a full range of plumbing, heating, ventilation, HVAC and refrigeration services for commercial clients across the UK. Our Mechanical Division delivers high quality solutions regardless of contract value or size. Our business is based on our customers’ needs: that means professionalism, honesty and reliability, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

With jobs ranging from £50 to £3,000,000 and beyond, we operate throughout the UK working in sectors ranging from:

Offices across the UK

We provide our full range of plumbing, heating, air conditioning and HVAC services across the UK. With offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, we can deal with both stand alone and chain brand businesses on an equal footing and all with a senior-level hands on approach.

Whether you are looking for a new heating system, air conditioning unit or ventilation system, you will always find a world class company leading the way in next generation technologies for your business.

The Millwood

Client: Admiral Taverns
Project length: 3 weeks
Completion date: August 23
HF divisions involved:
Electrical
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: In July, a popular local Glasgow bar closed for refurbishment and a rebrand. Once the doors had closed on what was known as Finlay’s Bar our electricians, plumbers and gas engineers could get to work on the fit out work.

With a tight deadline to complete the work before the renamed bar opened again in August, our team had to complete all required mechanical and electrical work to a strict schedule. All while working around other contractors so that painters and decorators could complete the refit in time for the scheduled reopening date.

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Our electricians were responsible for the complete electrical wiring of the venue. This involved both the fitting of completely new electrical wiring as well as the replacement of old electrical fittings in the venue.

A big part of the new bar redesign is the entertainment systems which required a complete rewiring; while behind the bar, we also fitted new electrical supply points and rewired older electrical fittings to meet the clients requirements.

On the Mechanical side, we removed the old, inefficient water meter and replaced it with a new one and fitted a new Worcester Bosch boiler that was linked to a Google Nest thermostat system. The new heating system was made complete with the installation of new radiators throughout the venue.

The ladies bathroom was completely refurbished by our team with new fittings and plumbing work and we also installed a new fan convector above the main entrance door.  An ideal feature to welcome guests into the new pub when the Scottish Winter rolls in.

Project Challenges: Time was the biggest challenge on this project.  The pub had announced on social media both their closure and opening days and this had been picked up by numerous news outlets. This meant that deadlines had to be met and there was no room for error.

At HF, we have become one of the leading electrical and mechanical installers for the hospitality industry and have proven time and time again that we can deliver when it comes to tight deadlines.  So while the project timeline was tight, it posed no serious concerns for our engineers who, as always, delivered quality work for the client.

All the work was completed on time and the venue, known rebranded as ‘The Millwood’ was able to successfully open as intended in August.

At HF Group, we operate a complete Bar and Restaurant fitting service across the UK.

We supply pubs, clubs, restaurants and hotels across the country with a complete range of ElectricalMechanicalPlumbing, Heating and Fire & Security Services.

As a leading contractor in the hospitality sector, we have worked with some of the largest pub chains and brewers in the country to fit out their latest locations across the country.

Offices across the UK

We provide our full range of services for the hospitality and tourism sectors across the UK. With offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, we can deal with both stand alone and chain brand hotels on an equal footing and all with a senior-level hands on approach.

Whether you are looking for a hotel refurbishment, restaurant fitting, fire alarm checks for a museum or one of the hundred plus other services that we can offer in the hospitality and tourism sector, you will always find a world class company leading the way in next generation technologies for your business.

University Hospital Hairmyres

Client: ISS
Completion date: July 2023
HF divisions involved:
Electrical
Mechanical
Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: Our Mechanical & Electrical team completed the complete rip out and refit of the University Hospital Hairmyres in East Kilbride.  As ‘A Company Well Connected’ and with our range of in-house capabilities and service as a Mechanical & Electrical Contractor, we successfully completed the wide range of required strip out and re-fit works required.

We removed the existing (domestic) Girpi Pipe Water System and replaced it with new stainless steel piping throughout the ward while all existing sanitary ware in the ward was also stripped out so that they could be properly cleaned before being re-installed on completion of the works.

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We fitted new shower valves and taps which had ‘end of line’ sensors fitted to them so that the hospital staff can monitor the DHWR temperatures. This is to ensure that the water temperature remains above 55 degrees Celsius in order to combat the threat of legionella.  The sites water services were also sterilised on completion of the work; and to ensure that this was done thoroughly, samples of the water supply were tested to ensure that no bacteria was present in the system prior to us handing over the site upon completion.

For the hospital wards heating system, we installed new heating controls throughout the facility while the existing supply and extract ventilation was inspected and cleaned with new grilles installed.  Once this work had been completed, the ventilation system was balanced.

Across the ward, we installed new medical gas points to every bed location while also fitting new alarm panels and the existing lighting system was upgraded to energy efficient LED lighting. We also fitted a new nurse call system throughout the bedrooms and bathrooms of the ward.

This new Nurse call system was designed especially for the ward by Wandsworth Healthcare. The new call system also now allows individual overbed lights to operate from a hand-held device.

Our electricians also changed over the main distribution board serving the ward (with a Type II surge protection device installed) and also installed RCBO’s to all outgoing circuits.

Project Challenges: The main challenge with this project was working around the schedules of all other contractors on site and ensuring that we met the completion date deadline given to us by the client.  As with so much of what we do, being able to provide such a wide range of services all under the one roof allows us to work efficiently around these timescales and as such, meet the demands placed on us by the client.

Unrivalled levels of in-house capabilities & service in everything we do.

The name HF occupies an unprecedented position in industry across the UK. We are ‘A Company Well Connected’ and within HF we have Electricians, Mechanical Contractors, Plumbers, Gas Engineers, Fire & Security Engineers, Telecommunications Specialists and Automated Control Engineers who collectively allow us to offer our customers so many varied services – all under one roof.

 

With senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover coupled with the opportunity to tap into a wide range of varied services and associated consultants, we can offer our customers unsurpassed levels of genuinely in-house capabilities. And you can see evidence of this through the countless case studies on our website by clicking this link.

HF’s family culture stretches back over three centuries in business yet it means much more than dates and numbers. It’s quite literally, the core of our business. We have diversified and developed abreast of industry advancements and have grown into a group of world-class companies leading the way in next-generation technologies; and all with a family continuity at management level which is rarely seen.

If you would like to know more about HF and the range of services that we can offer across the UK through our branches in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, please contact us.

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Domestic Boiler Replacement

Client: Domestic Client
Completion date: November 2022
HF divisions involved: Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: With energy prices having skyrocketed in the last year, more and more home owners are understandably looking for ways to cut costs.  But outside of the various methods that you can try to cut home energy costs, there is always the risk that your existing boiler will breakdown or develop a fault.  While our plumbing, heating and AC team are some of the best in the business at boiler repairs, it becomes a lot harder to repair a boiler when said boiler is so old that sourcing new parts is almost impossible.  And that is exactly what happened to one of our customers in Glasgow this month.  Their Potterton boiler had developed a fault and replacement parts were not available as the manufacturer had stopped making them a number of years ago.  The only solution was to install a new boiler for the customer.

Their existing boiler had a fitted water storage heater (hence the size) so our engineers recommended a new Worcester combi boiler that would be able to closely match the clients existing hot water demands.

As you can see from the photos, while the new system does not have a water storage tank, boiler technology has come along way since their existing Potterton boiler had been installed.  The new system helps to free up space in the customers downstairs cupboard which was previously taken up by the old boiler.

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The installation was made complete with a Worcester Filter. Similar to other magnetic filters on the market but designed to work better with Worcester products, the new boiler and filter system will help to lower the monthly gas bills for the customer while ensuring that their homes radiators run smoothly and efficiently.

The new boiler operates using a Google Nest Thermostat which we also installed. The thermostat in a property plays a hugely important role in energy use. Your thermostat controls up to 60% of your energy bill!

The Nest Thermostat learns your home habits and gets to know the temperature you like when you’re at home while turning itself down when you’re away. It even learns how your home warms up or how draughty it is, so it only uses the energy it needs. Just another great example of modern technology that can help us lower our energy costs.

Project Challenges: As with all boiler installations, access was an issue. The boiler was located in a downstairs cupboard and due to its size, removing the unit was a challenge to ensure that we did not damage any of the customers property. Thankfully, the existing gas pipework in the home was up to modern standards so this was a relatively straightforward boiler install for our Plumbing, heating & AC team.

HF Plumbing, Heating & AC Services

From industrial heating to plumbing systems, air conditioning installation and servicing to domestic plumbing/heating issues, we specialise in all commercial, retail and domestic plumbing, heating and air conditioning services.

We invest heavily in the training and development of our team to ensure that all commercial and domestic plumbing, heating  and air conditioning services are carried out to the standards expected under the HF name.

With jobs ranging from £50 to £250,000 and beyond, we operate throughout the UK working in sectors ranging from:

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Queen Anne School

Client: Queen Anne School / Sodexo
Project length: 5 weeks
Completion date: August 2022
HF divisions involved: Mechanical, Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: HF were contracted to carry out the servicing work for Queen Anne School in Dunfermline earlier in the year.  Upon our initial site inspection and servicing work for the Air Conditioning system, we found the existing system was beyond repair. We costed up the installation of a new energy efficient Daikin air conditioning system which was agreed with the client before we then arranged for the installation works to be carried out during the summer holiday shut down period. This was done so that we could complete the work without interrupting day to day school classroom activities.

Works consisted of supplying and installing 2 nr outdoor units and 16 nr indoor ceiling mounted units complete with new room controllers.

The pipework and control cables of the existing air conditioning system were stripped out in their entirety and replaced with new pipework and cabling. The ceilings where new indoor mounted units were to be fitted had to be opened up along with the walls to allow the new pipework to be concealed.

Once the installation work was complete, all the openings were made good and re-painted to leave the site as we had found it.

Works were carried out and commissioned in time for the school opening again and works were completed on budget.

Project Challenges: The main challenge with this project was time.  The work had to be completed during the school summer holidays and all installation work had to be completed in ample time to allow the re-painting work and finishing touches to be completed before the school re-opened for the new term.  The project was completed on time so that the returning classes could now enjoy air conditioned classrooms for the hot weather ahead.

A Company Well Connected in the Education Sector

From Nursery School all the way up to University Facilities. At HF Group, we work with educational establishments across the UK to create, refurbish and remodel educational and learning facilities that provide a safer and more structured environment for children and young adults to learn in.  The needs of the education sector can be quite specific yet with our experience in this area, we can work on projects of all shapes and sizes to develop facilities that deliver key benefits to the teachers and students who use them.

Our unique company makeup allows us to deliver an effective and tailored package to educational establishments looking for a ‘one-stop shop’ for all aspects of their project needs. From Mechanical & Electrical to Fire & Security and Automated Control Systems.

Discuss your educational facility requirements

With offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Aberdeen and Belfast, we truly are a UK wide contractor for educational fitting, installation, maintenance and servicing work.  Speak to your local HF branch today by clicking here.

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University Hospital Wishaw

Client: University Hospital Wishaw
Project length: 12 weeks
Completion date: July 2022
HF divisions involved: Mechanical, Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: Our Mechanical division were contracted to carry out the installation of new Thermal Balancing Valves to assist with the circulation of the Domestic Hot Water services at the University Hospital Wishaw.

Domestic Hot Water should circulate at 55 degrees Celsius or above to minimise the risk of legionella bacteria forming in the pipework. Maintaining this higher temperature kills of the bacteria and is an essential system for environments like hospitals.

Project Challenges: These works were carried out in a live hospital environment so forward planning and constant communication and consulting with hospital staff was a top priority.

As we were working in a live environment, we were unable to shut off water supplies to the hospital wards and instead had to get creative.  We had to locally freeze sections of pipe and install the Thermal Balancing Valves that had been dipped in Sanisil solution (a universal antiviral disinfectant based on hydrogen peroxide and silver) prior to installing to ensure the valves were sterilised and the system cleanliness was not compromised.

On completion of individual Hospital Wards, we took water samples and sent them to the lab to ensure the water quality and that no bacteria was present.

On completion of all works, we issued as installed drawings with valve locations identified so that the hospitals onsite maintenance staff can check the return temperatures regularly and ensure their water system is compliant and legionella free.

A Company Well Connected in the Healthcare Sector

Through our group of world-class companies, all run with a family continuity at management level, we can offer our customers a hugely diverse range of services for the UK Private and Public Healthcare sectors.

We have positioned ourselves as one of the leading fitting, installation, maintenance and servicing contractor for everything from Electrical to HVAC systems, Fire, Security and Refrigeration. With significant experience in both the highly sensitive and technically complex environment that is found in laboratory, medical and testing environments; our blend of service and quality is testament to HF’s truly outstanding approach.

Working to the latest in Health & Safety Regulations, we can cover an incredibly wide range of project services covering everything from medical office fittings to complex technological laboratory facilities.

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If you would like to find out more about how HF can assist you through our Electrical, Mechanical or Fire & Security Services, please contact us today.

With office in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, our services span across the UK.  Offering clients an unsurpassed level of genuinely in-house capabilities, senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover and the opportunity to tap into a wide range of services and a team of consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none. We can offer it all across the hospitality sector where you will always find a world class company leading the way in next generation technologies for your business.

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Atik Nightclub

Client: Atik Nightclub
Project length: 2 weeks
Completion date: July 2022
HF divisions involved: Mechanical, Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: Atik is situated in one of Edinburgh’s oldest nightclub buildings in Edinburgh. Over the last 20 years, we have been involved in the electrical and mechanical work on the building through its various re-incarnations.

In its current set up, our Mechanical Division were contracted to supply and fit a brand new Mitsubishi Air-Conditioning System to the bar areas of the nightclub.

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The club required this new air conditioning system because their existing unit had begun to deteriorate and would in the not too distant future not be economically viable to maintain anymore.  One of our service engineers had highlighted the issue to the client in one of our condition reports during a recent service and this prompted them to take action now rather than wait until the unit failed.

Our Mechanical Engineers surveyed the site and at the clients request, sourced new energy efficient air conditioning units that best fit the clients operational needs and building size. We safely removed the existing air conditioning system and fitted the brand new unit to the high standards expected of us; ensuring that all future guests of the Atik Nightclub can have a great night in the comfort of an air conditioned environment.

Project Challenges: As with any work we do in the hospitality sector, time matters.  A nightclub like Atik can not afford any downtime so our engineers had to work around the schedule of the venue itself.  Our experience working for pubs, clubs, restaurants and hotels across the country with a complete range of Electrical, Plumbing, Heating and Fire & Security Services means that we are more than able to handle even the toughest of timelines to suit our customers needs.

A Company Well Connected in the Hospitality Sector

Through our group of world-class companies, all run with a family continuity at management level, we can offer our customers the very best in quality and seamless integration of different services. For example:

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Electrical Services

From ambient mood lighting using energy efficient LED lighting to the installation of the complete electrical wiring for your restaurant location. Our Electrical Contract Team can cover everything from Emergency Lighting to PAT Testing and all with 24 hour call out service.


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Mechanical Services

From walk in fridge/freezers to ventilation and air conditioning systems for nightclubs that meet necessary for building regulations and customer comfort. We appoint a manager who oversees the entire project and ensures every client need is met, every step of the way. In a world where customer service increasingly means call centres and multiple management, we believe ours is a refreshingly different approach.


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Plumbing & Heating

Our plumbing & heating division can work on jobs ranging from £50 to £250,000 and beyond. From designing and installing your complete restaurant plumbing system to fitting gas lines for the new kitchen cooking equipment in a commercial kitchen and so much more.


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Fire & Security Services

We can install and maintain fire alarm systems, install and service sprinkler systems and operate fire and security maintenance agreements for multiple sites and even offer your staff on site fire training.


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If you would like to find out more about how HF can assist you with your Bar or Restaurant fitting through our Electrical, Mechanical or Fire & Security Services, please contact us today.

With office in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, our services span across the UK.  Offering clients an unsurpassed level of genuinely in-house capabilities, senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover and the opportunity to tap into a wide range of services and a team of consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none. We can offer it all across the hospitality sector where you will always find a world class company leading the way in next generation technologies for your business.

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Pure Gym (Hope Street)

Client: Pure Gym (Hope Street Location)
Project length: 1 day
Completion date: July 2022
HF divisions involved: Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Heating & AC

Brief project description: The Pure Gym on Hope Street in Glasgow had to temporarily close over a weekend in July because the Gyms water system booster pump had failed causing the entire building to have no hot or cold running water.

Our Mechanical Engineers were called out on the Monday and quickly diagnosed the issue.  The solution required a new booster pump motor and invertor however the lead time for these parts would be 8-10 weeks!

The Hope Street Pure Gym is one of the brands busiest locations in Glasgow and being closed for any length of time was simply not an option.  Our Mechanical Engineers carried out a temporary repair that bypassed the pump set so that the gym had cold and hot running water again (though not to the same level as they normally require).  This temporary solution allowed the gym to reopen again.

Due to the importance of keeping the business open and at the high standards expected, it was decided that a completely new pump set would be installed rather than wait the 8-10 weeks for the replacement parts.

We carried out the fitting of the replacement pump set and conducted necessary tests on the new device to ensure that it was installed correctly.

The Pure Gym is now up and running again at full capabilities thanks to a combination of intelligent thinking from our on call team to conduct a bypass and our installation team for fitting a new pump set so quickly.

Project Challenges: The previous pump set which had broken was a 3 phase unit.  The new pump unit to be fitted was a single phase pump unit. We required the assistance of our Electrician colleagues to convert the new pump set to run to single phase.

Special Mention: What makes this job of particular interest is the short timeline. We were initially called to the site on the 18th of the month and submitted a quote for the work and new pump unit on the 19th.  The quote was accepted on the 20th and all the work was completed on the 21st.  This is testament to the incredible work our team in Mechanical and Electrical do day in, day out. HF’s family culture means much more than dates and numbers. It’s quite literally, the core of the business. We consider all of our employees as part of the family and invaluable assets to our ongoing success.

A Company Well Connected in the Sports Facilities & Leisure Sector

From local gym facilities like the Pure Gym to Murryfield, the home of Scottish Rugby, out Sports Facilities & Leisure Sector contracting work truly covers projects of all shapes and sizes.

We use our expertise in the diverse range of services that we offer at HF to create, maintain and service sports and leisure facilities for our customers across the UK. In an environment where cost-effective, trouble free yet high quality contracting work is not just expected but demanded, we deliver.

Our mixture of standard and bespoke services allows us to offer a ‘one stop shop’ for projects ranging from the fitting of a new gym facility to the 24/7 security monitoring of a large scale sports venue.

Working in Live Environments and against the clock

We have extensive experience providing or work in ‘live environment’ situations for our clients.  Be this at a Sports Gym that is open 24/7 or at sports venues that require large scale work to be carried out which overlaps multiple commercial events at the venue.  We can work in these environments and can ensure that our team causes minimum disruption to your business operations.

UK Far and Wide

With office in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, our services span far and wide across the UK.  The HF Group of companies offers clients an unsurpassed level of genuinely in-house capabilities, senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover, and the opportunity to tap into a wide range of services and a team of consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none.

 

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Whether you are looking for plumbing, heating and air conditioning work for a gym or the live event fire & security monitoring at a stadium, we can offer it all in this sector where you will always find a world class company leading the way in next generation technologies for your business.

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Miller & Carter Steakhouse

Client: Miller & Carter Steakhouse
Project length: 1 day
Project value: £24K
Completion date: June 2022
HF divisions involved: Electrical, Mechanical

Brief project description: We were contracted to complete the mechanical, plumbing, heating and electrical work for the Miller & Carter Steakhouse location in Edinburgh.

Our Mechanical & Electrical team operating out of our Edinburgh Branch completed the fit out of the new bathroom/toilet areas in the restaurant including new sinks, urinals and seated toilets.

Our electrical division completed the electrical wiring and fitting of new LED lighting across the restaurant.

The Steakhouse also required the fitting for a new gas stove that was a ‘feature piece’ of the restaurant. Our Gas Safe registered team were able to complete the work.

Project Challenges: As with any work completed in hospitality venues, timelines are always tight. There was a large amount of work to be completed in a very short space of time.

At HF, we supply pubs, clubs, restaurants and hotels across the country with a complete range of ElectricalMechanicalPlumbing, Heating and Fire & Security Services. As a leading contractor in the hospitality sector, we have worked with some of the largest pub chains and brewers in the country to fit out their latest locations across the country. And this experience has proven invaluable once again as we were able to complete the necessary work in the given timescale.

Through our group of world-class companies, all run with a family continuity at management level which is rarely seen, we can offer our customers the very best in quality and seamless integration of different services. With senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover, and with the opportunity to tap into a wide range of varied services and associated consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none. Working with HF Group is more than just another service contractor.

 

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We provide our full range of services for the hospitality and tourism sectors across the UK. With offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen. It means that we can deal with stand alone and chain brands on an equal footing and all with that senior-level hands on approach.

Whether you are looking for a hotel refurbishment, restaurant fitting, fire alarm checks for a museum or one of the hundred plus other services that we can offer in this sector, you will always find a world class company leading the way in next generation technologies for your business.

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Crerar Hotel Group

Client: Crerar Hotel Group
Project length: 6 months
Project value: £150k +
Completion date: April 2022
HF divisions involved: Electrical, Mechanical

creara hotel swimming poolBrief project description: HF were contracted to complete the refurbishment of the Crerar Hotel Spa and Swimming Pool area.

The existing swimming pool at the hotel was refurbished with new LED lighting and emergency lighting system installed.

Additional electrical installation work took place in the treatment rooms, changing rooms, toilets and Spa reception. We also installed electrical designer radiators as part of a new heating system in the Spa.

Our Mechanical Division were responsible for the installation of a brand new air conditioning system as well as the design and fitting of new ventilation system for the Swimming Pool and Spa area.

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Project Challenges:
The entire project had to be completed while the main hotel was still operational.  This meant that our Electrical and Mechanical work had to be scheduled around busy hotel activities during the course of the day to ensure minimise disruption both to the hotel staff but also, most importantly for the hotel guests.

This was particularly challenging when we have to shut off the electrical supply to the entire hotel which was necessary in order to connect the Hotel and Spa Distribution Boards.

Working in a specialist environment such as a swimming pool is deemed as a ‘Special Installations of Locations’ job that forms a significant part of the Requirements for Electrical Installation. This means that we have to follow strict installation guidelines to ensure that all electrical installation work was fully compliant with current standards.

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The HF Group of companies offers clients an unsurpassed level of genuinely in-house capabilities and senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover. For our customers, whether they be in hospitality, manufacturing or one of the many other sectors that we work in, it gives them the opportunity to tap into a wide range of services and a team of consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none.

We have diversified and developed abreast of industry advancements and have grown into a group of world-class companies leading the way in next-generation technologies; and all with a family continuity at management level which is rarely seen. Faced with today’s business challenges – recessions, pandemics, takeovers and mergers, this is testament to HF’s truly outstanding approach.

Hugh M Fulton – Group Chairman says:

“Experience shows. Our strong ‘family’ system is based on cohesion, flexibility and communication. We have a proven track record of delivering results and a truly quality service.”

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Kinning Park Complex

Client: Kinning Park Complex
Project length: 20 weeks
Project value: £700k +
Completion date: March 2022
HF divisions involved: Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Heating & AC, Fire & Security, Automated Controls

Brief project description: HF were contracted to complete the Electrical, Mechanical and Fire & Security work for the refurbishment of the old Kinning Park Primary School that has been used as a local community centre since 1979. The job required multiple divisions of the HF Group included Automated Controls to be utilised as we help convert the historic building up to modern standards.

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Electrical – Our electrical division were responsible for the complete installation of brand new mains power source, including upgraded CT metering and the installation of Distribution Boards throughout the building. As part of the complete rewiring of the building, we also fitted new electrical wiring from local distribution boards to new LED light fittings (and refurbished and upgraded fittings) as well as additional small power outlets.

The architectural designs required for the job included dimming controlled lighting in set ground and first floor open plan areas.

Working alongside our Mechanical division, we were responsible for the installation of new commercial kitchen equipment and the installation of Smoke Vent controls (required by our Fire & Security Division) that were connected to the roof Velux windows with main and remote panels located as required.

An elevator was installed by a specialist lift fitting contractor and to ensure the building was compliant, we a installed disabled refuge system on all main and half landing levels of the building that can be used in the event of an emergency.

We ensured that we stayed in close contact with our fellow contractors within HF to assist with power supplies and control requirements where necessary.

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Mechanical – Our Mechanical Division were tasked with the installation of the buildings brand new central heating system and plumbing system.  This included everything from new combi boilers to radiators, pipping, sink units, toilets and showers.

Because of the age of the building, we fitted a new Gas supply for both boilers and kitchen cooking equipment.

Our HVAC team were also tasked with installing new ventilation and extraction systems throughout the building.

fire & security installers

Fire & Security – Our Fire & Security engineers installed a brand new L2 fire alarm system throughout the building that connected to various Mechanical installed gas systems.  We fitted a variety of Security devices and CCTV cameras across the site ranging from tamper alarms on windows to motion sensors in hallways, bell boxes and security lighting outside. We installed video and pin code Access Control Systems that use simple to operate control handsets installed and interlinked across all offices throughout the building.

Controls Jobs

Controls – Our Automated Controls team were contracted to design, build and install a main control panel for the site that would be located within the plant room of the building. The control system included wire to all valves and pumps and was linked with newly installed zonal thermostats throughout all levels of the structure. The controls system our team designed included built and wired controls for kitchen extract and intake fans as well as heating battery controls for both the kitchen and ground floor toilet areas.

Project Challenges:
The architect/interior designers wanted to keep the authentic rustic look and feel of the original school building where possible.  This meant that we had to work around existing interior design features. The Kinning Park Complex was originally built in 1910 as the science block of Lambhill Street Secondary School.  Due to the age of the building, difficult access restrictions and the complex nature of rewiring such an old building while installing new plumbing and heating systems – all while ensuring that the building met the latest fire and security standards –  understandably had its challenges.  But as ‘A Company Well Connected’, we can provide Electrical, Mechanical, Fire & Security as well as Control System services all under the one roof.  This means that through experience, skill and inhouse communication, our team were able to work through any obstacle that popped up during the site fitting.

 

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The HF Group of companies offers clients an unsurpassed level of genuinely in-house capabilities and senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover. For our customers, it gives them the opportunity to tap into a wide range of services and a team of consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none. We have diversified and developed abreast of industry advancements and have grown into a group of world-class companies leading the way in next-generation technologies; and all with a family continuity at management level which is rarely seen. Faced with today’s business challenges – recessions, pandemics, takeovers and mergers, this is testament to HF’s truly outstanding approach.

Hugh M Fulton – Group Chairman says:

“Experience shows. Our strong ‘family’ system is based on cohesion, flexibility and communication. We have a proven track record of delivering results and a truly quality service.”

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Edinburgh Instruments – Boiler Replacement

Client: Edinburgh Instruments
Project length: 1 Month
Project value: £33,700
Completion date: August 2019
HF divisions involved: Plumbing, Heating & AC,Mechanical

heating systems installation

Brief project description:  Strip out of the existing heating systems and replacing with new energy efficient boilers as Edinburgh Instruments request.

Project Challenges: It was important to work with the client to ensure a minimum of downtime of heating and hot water services.

Justin Omond the production manager for site has stated that the new boilers is one step forward in taking the company in their chosen direction of becoming more energy efficient. The next step is to bring the existing BMS up to date with HF’s help and guidance.

Selkirk Leisure Centre

Client: Live Borders
Completion date: June 2017
HF divisions involved: Mechanical

Supply and fit of new Worcester GB162 heating boilers connecting to existing pool water heating and heating coils within the Ahu’s along with new Dakin Air Handling Unit ,DX Coils and ductwork to suit existing pool ventilation for heating and cooling.

Project Challenges overcame: Size of Ahu for positioning and routing of ducting to within the plantroom, Replacement flues to the new boilers and pressurisation of the systems.

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Installation Time: 2 months

Meadow Court Student Accommodation

Client: Meadow Court Student Accommodation
Completion date: Ongoing
HF divisions involved: Mechanical

Brief project description: Full Services Strip out and replacement, Replacement bathrooms and new build communal area

Project Challenges overcame: Timescales set by client due to start of University Term

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Installation Time: 10 days

Air Conditioning Installation for Arron House Nursing Home, Penicuik

Client: Arron House Nursing Home
Project length: 2 Days
HF divisions involved: Plumbing, Heating & AC

Contract value: £3,500

New Mitsubishi MUZ-SF35VE-E4 Split air conditioning system installed to cool a storage cupboard in a busy nursing home located in Penicuik.

The M Series range is designed to cool or heat small spaces whilst providing a versatile, yet affordable air conditioning solution.  The M Series is quick to install and includes one of the quietest units on the market.

Installed and commissioned by HF Mechanical Gas qualified engineers and within timescales allowed.

 

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