Temperature check: is UK manufacturing keeping its cool?

Cooling insights from the UK's largest manufacturers

UK manufacturing is the backbone of the economy, a new report by Aggreko reveals critical insights into the sector's cooling infrastructure.

Our latest research, based on insights from 334 UK manufacturing managers in maintenance, production, energy, engineering, and facilities, uncovers key areas where the industry needs to adapt to remain competitive.

Key findings from UK manufacturers

Our latest report Temperature Check sheds light on the challenges facing UK industry:

High replacement rates expected: A substantial portion of existing cooling equipment across the industry will require replacement in the very near future, exacerbated by market uncertainties that impact investment.
Heatwave Concerns: Manufacturers are increasingly worried about the impact of extreme weather events on their cooling infrastructure.
Ageing infrastructure: Many plant managers are operating aged cooling equipment that is posing a significant risk to operations.
Capacity expansion is a priority: Increasing cooling capacity is a critical focus for almost all organisations questioned in the coming years.
Efficiency drives investment: Improving efficiency is the primary factor influencing investment in new cooling equipment, alongside the need to meet stricter legislative requirements.
Unplanned downtime threat: Equipment failures are leading to considerable periods of unplanned downtime.
F-gas regulation challenges: Evolving F-gas regulations present a hurdle for manufacturers looking to maintain and upgrade their cooling systems, particularly due to complexity and cost.

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What this means for your business

These findings paint a stark picture. UK manufacturing is under pressure. Ageing equipment is under rising environmental demands. Regulatory complexity and tight budgets are stalling essential investment. The result? Lower efficiency, higher energy use, and costly unplanned downtime.

With businesses unable to invest in new equipment due to market volatility and budget constraints, how can they shift from merely maintaining stability to achieving higher outputs and sustainable growth?

Discover how your business can stay ahead. Download the full report today to delve deeper into these critical findings and explore the strategies for success.

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