As we approach the end of another exciting year here at
Gibbons Engineering Group, we thought we’d take a look back at some memorable
moments from the last 12 months. It’s been such a busy year that we’ve had to split
the review into two parts, so here’s the first instalment of our 2015
highlights.
The year began with
the introduction of the latest stage of the EU
MEPS electric motor efficiency legislation. The new regulations, effective
as of January 1st, meant many motors had to be upgraded to IE3 efficiency,
or IE2 if coupled with a variable-speed drive.
At the end of January, Gibbons stalwart Eileen Lewis
entered well-earned retirement. Having spent 30 years with the company,
Finance Director Eileen said she was looking forward to spending more time with
her husband, family and friends along with travelling and researching her
family tree.
February saw Gibbons’ ABB Variable-Speed Drives division win
an accolade for our performance as an Authorized Value Provider. Collected
by Drives Manager Alan Roberts, the award recognised ‘Greatest and most
consistent growth 2011-2014’, acknowledging our ever-increasing ABB drives
sales.
We had a bit of fun
for a good cause in March as we took part in the Red
Nose Day Great Comic Relief Bake Off. Staff baked and bought a selection of
delicious cakes which were sold off to raise £75 for the long-running charity.
The prize for best baker was awarded to Beth Scott, six-year-old daughter of
Sales Manager Paul, for her mouth-watering cupcakes.
A team of Gibbons engineers jetted
off to America in April to deliver a week-long humidification project in
Vancouver, Washington. Our client was a leading multinational semiconductor
manufacturer and the job involved the installation of our largest-ever air
handling unit – so big it required two control panels running in tandem!
After weeks of
preparation, we launched our new Gibbons
Ultraviolet Solutions division in May. This venture, in partnership with
BioZone Scientific International, sees us deliver surface disinfection of air
handling equipment through ultraviolet-C (UVC) light technology. Applying
powerful UVC light within HVAC equipment destroys bacteria, mould and viruses -
enhancing system efficiency and improving the wellbeing of building occupants.
In June, Gibbons engineer Zach
Surguy was named Outstanding Apprentice at Colchester Institute’s 10th
annual Further Education and Apprenticeship Awards. The accolade recognised
Zach’s considerable dedication and achievements during his studies, while he
was noted as being “a positive influence on his peers.”
Look out for the concluding part of our look back at 2015 –
coming soon!
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