by Fern Shaw | May 27, 2025 | bottle fed water coolers, mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
Utilising the three C’s (more actually) and in the proverbial words of a famous English poet: Let us count the ways in which a water cooler is of benefit.
Can you have too much of a good thing? We believe it’s possible, so in order not to overwhelm you, we’re going to kickstart with five positive C catchphrases.
- Convenience
Having a water cooler in the workplace, whether it’s a small office or a sprawling industrial estate, is undeniably convenient. It ensures that fresh drinking water is always readily available, saving time and effort.
- Cost-effective
Installing a water cooler is a smart financial move. It significantly reduces the need for costly single use bottled water and other less sustainable options. Over time, this adds up to noticeable savings – good news for your budget and the planet.
- Cleanliness
Water coolers promote hygiene by providing a clean and controlled drinking water source.
This is backed by AquAid’s policy where we automatically sanitise our bottled water coolers and service our mains fed water coolers every six months by our WHA (Water Dispenser & Hydration Association) accredited engineers. It’s our way of ensuring that you enjoy not just clean water but peace of mind too.
- Consistency
There’s nothing worse than inconsistency when it comes to the basics, especially drinking water. A water cooler provides a reliable, on-demand source of both chilled and hot water, ensuring your team stays hydrated all day long, without interruption.
- Cooling
Finally, the cooling factor. A water cooler offers a refreshing source of chilled water, ideal during the warmer months, when things heat up at work, or post workout. It’s the little pick-me-up that can make a big difference to your day.
There you have it: the convenient, cost-effective, clean, consistent and cooling water cooler. Efficiently ticking all the right boxes for a healthier, hydrated workplace. Contact AquAid to explore how one could fit into your space.
by Fern Shaw | May 7, 2025 | bottle fed water coolers, mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
Installing a water cooler in the office offers far more than just access to hydration – it can significantly enhance both productivity and workplace culture. Whether opting for bottled or mains-fed water coolers, businesses create an environment that encourages employees to pause, refresh and return to their tasks with renewed focus. This subtle improvement in daily routine can contribute to reduced fatigue, improved concentration and an overall uplift in staff morale.
A strategically placed office water cooler also fosters spontaneous collaboration. As colleagues gather around water dispensers, they are more likely to engage in informal conversations that often lead to innovative ideas and creative problem-solving. In this way, water coolers serve not only as hydration stations but also as valuable social touchpoints that reinforce team cohesion across departments.
For organisations seeking to demonstrate a commitment to employee wellbeing, investing in water coolers for the workplace is a visible and appreciated gesture. Mains-fed water coolers, in particular, provide a sustainable alternative by reducing plastic waste and supporting environmentally conscious office practices. With regular use, these systems can also reduce reliance on single-use bottled drinks, aligning the office with broader CSR goals.
Furthermore, the presence of a high-quality office water cooler may contribute to a positive impression among visitors, partners and prospective hires. A clean, well-maintained water dispenser signals that the company values comfort, health and professionalism – qualities that speak volumes in today’s competitive business landscape.
In larger workplaces with multiple offices or work environments, the installation of multiple water coolers ensures equal access to hydration, supporting the health and productivity of all staff regardless of location. Bottled water coolers are particularly flexible for sites where plumbing is restricted, ensuring no corner of the workplace is left without essential amenities.
Ultimately, the decision to incorporate water in the office goes beyond practical necessity. It is an investment in the people who power the organisation, creating a more dynamic, efficient and attractive workplace. When staff feel that their well-being is prioritised – even in seemingly small ways like access to fresh, cool water – the result is often greater loyalty, reduced absenteeism and improved overall performance.
by Fern Shaw | Jun 26, 2024 | mains fed water cooler, Water, water cooler, Water Coolers
Not all of us have the wherewithal, location or access to be able to cool off as is indicated in the above image. There is however, an easy and simple solution to help you keep your cool when the temperatures soar. You guessed it – drink water more. Here are six reasons why:
Regulates Body Temperature. Our bodies rely on sweat to cool down and sweat is mostly water. When it’s hot, we sweat more, so we need to drink more fluids to replace the water we’re losing. Dehydration can lead to heatstroke, a serious condition that can be fatal.
Boosts Energy Levels. Even mild dehydration can sap your energy levels. When you’re dehydrated, your blood volume decreases, making your heart work harder to pump blood throughout your body. This can lead to fatigue, headaches and dizziness.
Improves Physical Performance. If you’re planning on spending any time outdoors in the heat, whether it’s for work or play, staying hydrated is essential. Dehydration can impair your physical performance and make it harder to exercise.
Improves Mood. Dehydration can also affect your mood. Studies have shown that dehydration can lead to irritability, anxiety and difficulty concentrating.
Sharpens Mentality. Dehydration can also affect your cognitive function. When you’re dehydrated, you may have trouble concentrating, focusing and making decisions.
Keeps Your Skin Healthy. Dehydration can make your skin look dry, dull, and wrinkled. Drinking plenty of water helps to keep your skin hydrated and plump.
If you need a simple and efficient solution which will help make sure that you and everyone in your organisation, site, university, college or school are able to maintain great hydration habits, chat to us at AquAid: 0800 772 3003.
With our wide range of bottled and mainsfed water coolers, and our scheduled and next day bottled water deliveries as part of our service, we have you (water) coolered.
by Fern Shaw | Jun 5, 2024 | bottle fed water coolers, mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
#GenerationRestoration is the theme for this year’s World Environment Day. The focus is on land restoration, desertification and drought resilience.
According to the United Nations ‘desertification is one of the biggest environmental threats of our time. It refers to land drying up due to reduced rainfall, the expansion of agriculture, including deforestation and poor irrigation practices. Climate change is exacerbating desertification: right now, around 2 billion people live on drylands vulnerable to desertification, which could displace an estimated 50 million people by 2030. If people cannot grow food, they will need to move to an area where they can, increasing the risk of desertification, and having negative effects on landscapes, wildlife and human health.’
The positive news is that there are numerous programmes in place, all of which contribute towards helping grow forests, revive water sources and bring back soils.
As a company, AquAid have long understood how vital it is to address such environmental issues and at the core of this philosophy and ethic is our ongoing commitment to support charities that strive to address the very challenging issues of drought, deforestation and poor irrigation.
We achieve this, in large part, by donating a portion of our revenues generated from each installation of our Mainsfed Water Coolers and each purchase of Bottled Water. These donated funds are used by charities such as Christian Aid and The Africa Trust who implement vital sustainable water resources and farming practices that help regenerate fertile soil, capable of growing food crops, grazing for livestock and water for potable and productive use for thousands of communities in developing countries.
If you too would like to be part of #GenerationRestoration, be kind to your planet and help contribute towards a better environment, simply by drinking water, then chat to us at AquAid.
by Fern Shaw | Apr 9, 2024 | mains fed water cooler, water boiler, water cooler, Water Coolers
Today it is increasingly common to find one if not more water cooler stations in the workplace. Aside from the more obvious – making sure everyone has access to drinking water – there are several positives that not only benefit everyone but the organisation as a whole.
Why? Because keeping employees hydrated creates a set of positive outcomes, all of benefit to the entire workplace.
Crucial for physical well-being. *Dehydration can lead to an array of physical discomforts, including fatigue, muscle cramps and headaches. In particularly demanding work environments, such as construction sites or manufacturing facilities, the risk of heat-related illnesses significantly rises when employees are not adequately hydrated.
Promoting hydration at work is not just about comfort but also about ensuring the safety and well-being of your employees. By providing access to clean drinking water and encouraging regular hydration breaks, employers can reduce the risk of on-the-job accidents and promote a healthier work environment.
Increased productivity and cognitive function. Two primary negatives of dehydration are reduced cognitive ability which leads to reduced productivity. Providing your workforce easy access to a water replenishment station is the simplest and most direct route to ensuring good hydration habits.
Morale and mood boosting. Irritability, mood swings and increased stress levels are often indicators of dehydration. This can result in decreased job satisfaction and an inharmonious work environment, all which can severely affect productivity and well-being. By encouraging hydration, employers can contribute towards the improved moral and mood boosting of every individual at the workplace.
It therefore makes sense to make use of a well-established organisation with decades of experience in the supply and installation of high-quality water coolers. Be that mainsfed, bottled water coolers, hot water boilers and bottled water deliveries, AquAid are proud to be of service to more than 34,000 customers across the U.K.
*source – from an article at Corporate Wellness Magazine
by Fern Shaw | Mar 20, 2024 | Hot Water Taps, instant tap, mains fed water cooler, water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
The theme for World Water Day, 22 March 2024, is ‘Water for Peace’, which focuses on the critical role water plays in the stability and prosperity of the world.
According to UN-Water, ‘when water is scarce or polluted, or when people have unequal or no access, tensions can rise between communities and countries.
More than three billion people worldwide depend on water that crosses national borders. Yet, out of 153 countries that share rivers, lakes and aquifers with their neighbours, only 24 countries report having cooperation agreements for all their shared water.
By working together to balance everyone’s human rights and needs, water can be a stabilising force and a catalyst for sustainable development.’
The good news is that even if you are not directly involved in this year’s World Water Day, as an AquAid customer, you are helping with the continued implementation of sustainable water projects which help provide potable water, water to grow crops and water for productive use for thousands of communities in water poor regions across Africa. These safe water resources, often built in areas accessed by multiple communities, can help to minimise conflict which may arise from insufficient and unsafe water sources.
With each mains water cooler installation and every bottle of water purchased, we donate a portion of that revenue to the charities we have supported for over twenty-five years: Christian Aid, since 1998 and The Africa Trust – an AquAid founded charity – since 2010.
If you are not yet an AquAid customer but appreciate how we work, we will be more than happy to help introduce you to our range of water dispensers, bottled water coolers, hot water boilers and Instant Taps offering hot, cool or chilled water.
