by Fern Shaw | Jun 29, 2026 | bottle fed water coolers, Hot Water Taps, mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
When it comes to workplace hydration, choosing the right supplier is about more than selecting a product. It is about finding a partner who makes the entire process straightforward, reliable and easy to manage long after installation.
At AquAid, every customer journey begins by understanding exactly what is needed. Whether the requirement is for water coolers, a bottled water cooler, mains fed water coolers or hot and cold water taps, the aim is always the same – recommending the most suitable solution for each organisation, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. From a small office with just a handful of employees to large, multi-site organisations, every customer receives the same expert guidance and support.
Where required, a free on-site survey helps assess available space, water supply, expected usage and day-to-day requirements. This allows the right equipment to be installed in the right location from the outset, helping organisations plan ahead and avoid unnecessary changes later.
Installation is then arranged as quickly and conveniently as possible. Bottle-fed units can generally be delivered and installed within 48 hours, while mains-connected systems are scheduled promptly to minimise disruption. Throughout the process, experienced engineers ensure everything is installed correctly and ready for immediate use. (AquAid UK)
The support does not stop once the installation is complete. Customers benefit from scheduled bottled water deliveries, regular servicing and routine sanitisation to keep equipment operating efficiently and hygienically. There is no need to remember maintenance dates, as these are planned in advance and carried out automatically when due, giving customers one less thing to think about. (AquAid UK)
With a nationwide network of 23 branches, AquAid combines local service with national coverage. Customers benefit from responsive local support while also reducing unnecessary travel distances for deliveries and service visits, helping to lower the associated carbon footprint. Whether supporting a small office, a multi-site organisation or anything in between, dependable service is always close at hand. (AquAid UK)
Planning ahead is often the simplest way to avoid interruptions and readily available, refreshing drinking water should be no exception. By combining expert advice, efficient installation and ongoing scheduled support, AquAid helps organisations stay focused on what matters while ensuring fresh drinking water is always available when it is needed.
To find out more or discuss the best hydration solution for your organisation, contact AquAid.
by Fern Shaw | Jun 22, 2026 | mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
Yes, yes, we know. Here, at AquAid Water Coolers, we do tend to belabour the point about heat, hydration and drinking enough water. But there’s a good reason for it.
Why Hot Weather Calls for More Water
A few facts:
- The average human core body temperature sits at around 37°C.
- When temperatures climb, your body has to work harder to stay there.
- Sweating is your built-in cooling system, but it comes at a cost: water loss.
- As your body works to keep itself cool, it uses more fluid.
- If you don’t replace what you’re losing, dehydration can creep in. Left unchecked, dehydration can lead to heat exhaustion – something most of us would rather avoid.
This is where a little forward planning starts to look like a very good idea.
Stay Ahead of the Heat
That’s why it pays to have plenty of drinking water on hand. Rather than being caught short when the temperature rises, now is a good time to check your bottled water stocks.
If you have a mains-fed water cooler, there’s even less cause for any concern. AquAid automatically sanitises all mains-fed water dispensers every six months in line with WHA guidelines, helping to keep fresh drinking water readily available for your team.
Of course, we know how important a reliable supply of drinking water is. Whether you’re a school, medical facility, small or home office, fitness centre, a busy warehouse or a large organisation, we work hard to make sure you stay stocked up when you need it most.
So whether the weather is balmy, baking, bearable, chilly or somewhere in between, you can count on AquAid to keep you coolered.
by Fern Shaw | May 20, 2026 | mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
Eating well and staying hydrated tend to go hand in hand. This series looks at everyday foods with high water content or strong nutritional value – all which lead to simple choices that help support healthier food choices without overcomplicating your dietary path. While fresh vegetables can contribute to overall fluid intake, they work best alongside consistent access to drinking water, whether that’s from reliable mains fed water coolers or a water cooler. Good food and good hydration are straightforward habits – and often the easiest ones to maintain.
Broccoli might not win any pretty veggie awards but it’s dependable. Rich in fibre, vitamin C and vitamin K and containing a notable amount of water, it earns its place on the plate far more often than it gets credit for.
Small Vegetable, Strong Nutritional Profile
Broccoli is one of those foods that packs in more than expected. Alongside fibre that helps support digestion and keeps you fuller for longer, it also contains antioxidants and plant compounds linked to supporting normal cell health.
One of those compounds is sulforaphane, naturally found in broccoli and often highlighted for its antioxidant properties. Raw broccoli tends to retain more vitamin C and certain nutrients than heavily cooked broccoli, which is why many people mix up how they eat it rather than sticking to one method.
More Ways to Eat It Than You Think
Broccoli is easy to build into everyday meals with very little effort. It can be:
- Steamed and served as a side
- Roasted for extra flavour
- Added to stir-fries and pasta dishes
- Broccoli soup or mixed into soups
- Eaten raw with dips or in salads
Raw broccoli has a firmer crunch and slightly sharper taste, though it can feel a little heavy on the stomach for some people. Light steaming softens the texture while still retaining much of its nutritional value.
Hydration Remains a Priority
Although broccoli doesn’t taste particularly watery, its water content still contributes modestly to hydration as part of a balanced diet. Like the rest of the food in this series, it works best alongside proper hydration rather than replacing it.
A balanced plate that includes vegetables like broccoli, paired with regular glasses of drinking water throughout the day, remains a simple and reliable combination – whether at home, at work, on site, at school or anywhere in between.
Sources
BBC Good Food – Broccoli Health Benefits
by Fern Shaw | Apr 27, 2026 | mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
Eating well and staying hydrated tend to go hand in hand.
This series looks at seasonal fruit with high water content or strong nutritional value – simple choices that support a healthier routine without making unnecessary radical dietary changes. While fresh, water rich fruit can contribute to overall fluid intake, it works best when we have consistent access to drinking water, whether that’s from a water cooler, bottle fed or mains fed water coolers in the office, workplace or wherever you’re located. Healthy food and good hydration are straightforward habits – and often the easiest ones to maintain.
This May, we’re talking tart: Rhubarb isn’t shy. One bite and you’ll know about it. Sharp, tangy and often eye-wateringly tart, it’s a fruit (well, usually treated as one) that may not be to everyone’s taste but it earns its place all the same.
Beneath that bold flavour, rhubarb contains a good amount of water, along with fibre and vitamin K. It’s light, refreshing in its own way and a useful addition to a balanced diet, even if it’s not something you’d snack on raw without pulling a face.
Because of its natural sharpness, rhubarb is often cooked or paired with other ingredients to soften the edge. It works well stewed, folded into yoghurt, or added to oats, where its tartness balances out sweeter flavours rather than overpowering them. Or as we recently discovered, in the rather less healthy guise that are rhubarb chocolate truffles.
Its water content means it can contribute, in a small way, to overall hydration. But like most fresh fruit, it plays a supporting role rather than the main event.
Rhubarb may not be everyone’s first choice and that’s fair enough. It’s not trying to be easy-going. But for those who enjoy something a little sharper, it offers a refreshing change from sweeter options.
As ever, it works best alongside regular drinking water. A balanced approach – something tart on the plate and a steady glass of water alongside it – keeps things simple and keeps you properly hydrated.
by Fern Shaw | Apr 27, 2026 | mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
April is recognised as IBS Awareness Month – a timely reminder of how central our digestive system is to our everyday comfort and overall wellbeing.
At AquAid, we know hydration is about more than simply quenching thirst. In this series, we look at how drinking enough water supports different organs in the body – and how easy access to drinking water via a water cooler can help people stay properly hydrated throughout the day.
This article forms part of AquAid’s Water Cooler Guide to Health series.
From breaking down food to absorbing nutrients, your digestive system is constantly at work. Keeping it functioning smoothly often comes down to simple, consistent habits – and drinking enough water is one of the easiest to get right.
Why Your Digestive System Relies on Water
Digestion begins before food even reaches the stomach. Saliva, which contains water, helps start the breakdown process. From there, fluids continue to play a role as food moves through the digestive tract.
Water helps soften food, making it easier to pass through the intestines, and supports the body’s ability to absorb nutrients efficiently. It also helps keep things moving, reducing the likelihood of discomfort such as bloating or constipation.
It’s a steady, ongoing process – one that works best when hydration is consistent rather than occasional.
How Hydration Makes a Difference
When fluid intake is low, digestion can slow down. The body may draw water from the digestive tract to support other essential functions, which can leave stools harder and more difficult to pass.
Drinking enough water helps maintain balance within the digestive system, supporting smoother digestion and regularity. For many people, it’s one of the simplest ways to support day-to-day digestive comfort,
During busy days, it’s easy to overlook hydration. Long periods at a desk, back-to-back meetings or simply getting absorbed in tasks can mean hours pass without a drink or a quick water bottle refill.
That’s where visibility helps. Having water readily available through water coolers – whether bottle fed or mains fed water dispensers – makes it easier to pause, refill and maintain good hydration habits.
Signs You Might Need More Water
The digestive system often gives subtle cues when hydration is low. These can include:
- feeling bloated or sluggish after eating
- irregular digestion
- mild abdominal discomfort or a feeling of dryness associated with slower digestion
These signs are easy to overlook but often improve with more consistent water intake.
Drinking Water Daily
Making drinking water accessible isn’t just a nice idea – it supports steady hydration when people are busy or focused. High-traffic water coolers and modern water dispensers offer refreshing drinking water which encourages regular drinking without interrupting the flow of the day.
Whether it’s a short break, a quick refill between tasks, or simply keeping a bottle nearby, these small habits can help support your digestive system throughout the day.
A Final Top Up
Your digestive system works continuously to process what you eat and keep your body fuelled. Supporting it is relatively simple and regular hydration is an easy and effective place to start.
While it’s easy to overlook, staying properly hydrated supports processes throughout the body. A steady supply of fresh drinking water makes it that little bit easier to maintain good habits and support your overall health day to day.
by Fern Shaw | Apr 21, 2026 | mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
This Earth Day, the theme ‘Our Power, Our Planet’ focuses on collective effort – the idea that small, practical steps, taken by many, add up. From households to workplaces, the focus is on renewable energy, better understanding of climate issues and the everyday choices that shape the bigger picture.
Collective Action in Practice
One of the most recognisable expressions of this is The Great Global Cleanup®. It’s exactly what it sounds like: people coming together to clear litter from streets, beaches and green spaces. A clear reminder that shared spaces improve when people take responsibility for them.
But Earth Day isn’t only about tidying up. It stretches into longer-term thinking too:
- Tree planting and habitat protection
- Regenerative agriculture projects
- Restoring ecosystems through local initiatives
All fall under the same umbrella – efforts that support Nature Conservation and help rebuild balance, one project at a time.
Learning, Then Doing
Education also plays its part. Whether it’s understanding ocean pollution or learning how biodiversity supports life as we know it, there’s a growing emphasis on climate literacy. The more people understand, the easier it becomes to make informed decisions – at home, at work and in the wider community.
That’s where Environmental Accountability and Community Sustainability come into sharper focus. Earth Day isn’t just a date in the calendar; it’s a prompt to look at how systems – both big and small – can be improved. It’s about asking what’s wasteful, what can be reused and what needs rethinking altogether.
From Awareness to Everyday Change
While the scale of environmental challenges can seem overwhelming, the theme brings things back to something more grounded: shared responsibility. All of which helps steady, collective progress.
At AquAid, Earth Day is a reminder of that ongoing effort
There’s a continued push to refine how things are done – from reducing emissions to making more considered choices around materials and logistics. Even everyday workplace essentials, such as a water cooler or efficient mains fed water coolers, are part of a broader shift towards reducing single-use plastics and encouraging more efficient water use.
Beyond operations, there’s also a broader commitment through charitable initiatives – supporting projects that bring safe water to communities, enable small business opportunities and encourage long-term environmental stewardship. In many ways, it mirrors the same principles behind this year’s theme: giving people the tools and resources to take action within their own environments.
Ultimately, ‘Our Power, Our Planet’ isn’t about any one organisation or initiative. It’s about what happens when enough people decide to take part – in ways that are realistic, repeatable and built to last.
