In these challenging times for our National Health Service, we at Spirax Sarco understand the critical role that reliable steam systems play in maintaining essential hospital operations. From sterilisation to heating, from catering to laundry services, steam remains the lifeblood of hospital infrastructure—and we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting our NHS partners through every challenge they face.
Understanding the Current Landscape
We recognise that many NHS trusts are navigating complex circumstances, with planned upgrades facing unexpected delays and maintenance schedules requiring careful adjustment. These challenges come at a time when operational reliability has never been more crucial for patient care and safety.
Our Commitment to Partnership
At Spirax Sarco, we're not just a supplier—we're your dedicated partner in maintaining steam system excellence. Our team of engineers and specialists work tirelessly alongside NHS estates teams, providing:
Practical Solutions for Real Challenges
We understand that each NHS trust faces unique circumstances. That's why we've developed tailored approaches to support hospitals through periods of delayed upgrades. Our engineering teams can implement interim solutions that maintain system reliability whilst larger projects await implementation.
Recently, we worked with several major NHS trusts to develop strategic maintenance programmes that maximised system efficiency despite postponed capital projects. Through careful planning and innovative engineering solutions, we helped these facilities maintain optimal performance levels whilst working within existing infrastructure constraints.
Supporting Efficiency and Sustainability
Even in challenging times, we remain committed to helping the NHS achieve its sustainability goals. Our expertise in steam system optimisation continues to deliver significant energy savings and carbon reductions—proving that environmental responsibility and operational efficiency can go hand in hand.
Looking Forward Together
As we navigate these challenging times together, Spirax Sarco remains unwavering in our support of the NHS. We understand that steam system reliability isn't just about maintaining infrastructure—it's about ensuring thousands of patients receive the care they need, when they need it.
Our message to our NHS partners is clear: we're here for you, ready to adapt our support to meet your changing needs and committed to maintaining the highest standards of steam system reliability, regardless of the challenges ahead.
To discuss how we can support your facility's specific needs, please reach out to our dedicated NHS support team. Together, we'll ensure your steam systems continue to deliver the performance and reliability that your staff and patients depend upon.
Process managers could be making improvements to increase efficiency and product quality by paying closer attention to the specification of controls systems used within their facilities – that’s the current message from Spirax Sarco’s National Controls Specialist, Darren Silverthorn.
Process, energy, and maintenance managers looking to maximise safety, efficiency, and productivity, are being urged to take a proactive approach to plant management by including wireless steam trap monitoring within their proactive maintenance regime.
Believe it or not, you can make this a reality through your choice of control valve. You will already know that accurate temperature and pressure control maintains process efficiency, which makes control valves an invaluable part of any steam system. So what should you be looking for when sourcing an efficient control valve?
Implementing an effective steam trap management plan, doesn’t need to be complicated. Lowering Carbon output, increased production and energy savings are all benefits you could achieve from regular management.
Industrial steam specialist, Spirax Sarco Limited, headquartered in Gloucestershire, has begun machining a critical component part for use in the UCL-Ventura breathing aid, a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) device that is being used to provide potentially life-saving oxygen to patients affected by COVID-19.
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