AFM Building Services

🏗️ Good progress being made on the new Community Hub for Campbell Park Community Council in Milton Keynes by our friends at Steele & Bray
We look forward to starting on site installing the Mechanical services next month🔧

🚐 We are thrilled to acquire the very first addition to our new fleet of vans.🚐
This marks the beginning of a new era for our M&E Service and Maintenance department, allowing us to enhance our efficiency and reach more customers in a timely manner.
Along with our new brand image this also showcases our commitment to innovation and sustainability in our operations.
👍 We look forward to the positive impact this new addition will have on our business & our customers and thank our friends at Cyber Signs for the striking new livery.👍

🌟 Your Voice Matters! 🌟
🗳️Today is Election Day and every vote counts 🗳️
✨Let’s come together and make a difference. Vote because it’s your right, your responsibility, and your power✨

🍺 Cheers to all the amazing dads who lift us up, guide us, and fill our lives with love and laughter!🍺
💪 Happy Father's Day to the heroes who make every day brighter.💪
👨‍👧‍👦You're appreciated more than words can say. 👨‍👧‍👦

🍻Raise a glass and cheers to double the celebrations today🍻
👑 Happy UK Beer Day and a royal official Happy Birthday to King Charles👑
🍺 May your day be filled with good brews, great company, and regal vibes all around.🍺
🎉Let's toast to the best of both worlds! 🎉

⭐WE ARE HIRING⭐
🔧We are looking for experienced Commercial Gas Safe Engineer to join our expanding team 🔧 💻For more information please visit our website - https://buff.ly/46YSZpx or email [email protected] 💻

On June 6th, 1944, brave soldiers from allied nations stormed the beaches of Normandy, exhibiting extraordinary valour and determination.
Today we commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, a pivotal moment in history defined by courage, sacrifice, and unity that paved the way for our freedom.
We honour the memory of those who fought and those who fell.
Lest we forget.

Ambivent Facilities Management are Mechanical & Electrical School Building Services Specialists serving Northamptonshire & surrounding counties.
☎️ contact us for a no obligation survey and quote ☎️
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Exciting developments underway!
🌟 We're thrilled to announce our involvement in the construction of the second rooftop plant room for Ltd and Council.
This state-of-the-art facility will feature a new AHU, Heat Pump, Extract Fan, BMS Controls, and more! 🔧
Stay tuned as we bring you closer to the action.

Exciting progress update!
🏛️The Hertsmere Civic Centre is buzzing with activity as works inside the council chambers are nearing completion. Kudos to the incredible teamwork of and Borough Council.
Together, we're building a brighter future for our community!
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🌹 Happy St. George's Day to our English friends!
On this special day dedicated to the patron saint of England, may you celebrate with pride and a sense of English heritage.
Enjoy the festivities and traditions that make this day meaningful.
Cheers and best wishes! 🌹

🎉 Project secured!🎉
We are thrilled to announce that we have been chosen to undertake the renovation project at Thorpe Wood Police Station for the esteemed team at Neville Special Projects. This opportunity allows us to showcase our expertise in refurbishment work and demonstrates our commitment to delivering high-quality results.

We look forward to collaborating closely with the Neville Special Projects team to create a modern and functional space that meets their specific needs and exceeds their expectations.

This project represents a significant milestone for us, and we are honoured to be entrusted with such an important task.

🎉 Exciting news!🎉
We are thrilled to announce that we have successfully secured the contract for the refurbishment of Laxton House located at Oundle School. This project marks a significant milestone for our company as we continue to expand our portfolio in the education sector. Laxton House, a historic building with rich architectural heritage, will undergo a comprehensive renovation to restore its former glory and enhance its functionality for the students and staff at Oundle School.

With this new contract working in conjunction with our friends at SMD Ltd, we are excited to showcase our commitment to excellence and quality craftsmanship. Our team of skilled professionals will work tirelessly to ensure that the refurbishment of Laxton House is completed to the highest standards, meeting the expectations of both the school and the local community.

We look forward to seeing the transformation of this iconic building and the positive impact it will have on the Oundle School community.

🍀 Happy St. Patrick's Day to all our Irish friends and everyone who celebrates this festive occasion! May you enjoy the spirit of the Irish with parades, green attire, and good cheer.
May your day be filled with laughter, great company, and a touch of the luck of the Irish.
Sláinte! 🍀

🌸 Happy Mother's Day to all the AFM Family Mums! 🌸

To all the incredible mothers out there, today is for you! 💖 Whether you're a mom, grandma, stepmom, or mother figure, your love, sacrifice, and strength inspire us every day.

Take a moment to celebrate all the beautiful moments you've shared and the countless ways you've shaped our lives. Your love is the heartbeat of our families, and we're endlessly grateful for everything you do.

To the moms who taught us kindness, encouraged our dreams, and believed in us even when we didn't believe in ourselves – thank you. Today and every day, we honor you and all the love you've given. 💐

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Happy International Womens Day

On this special occasion of International Women's Day, we want to acknowledge and appreciate the invaluable contributions made by the women of the AFM team towards the continuous success and development of the business.

We also would like to celebrate women throughout history, recognise the progress made in advancing gender equality, and recommit to the ongoing struggle for women's rights.

♀️ During Women in Contruction week we would like to welcome 2 new ladies to the AFM family.
Jessica O'Connor joins us from Travis Perkins as our Mechanical Estimator and Bernadett Ward rejoins us as Financial Manager.
We wish them both a long and enjoyable career with AFM

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus!
🐲 Happy St. David's Day to all our Welsh friends! 🐲
On this day dedicated to the patron saint of Wales, may you celebrate with pride, joy, and a sense of Welsh heritage.
Enjoy the festivities and traditions that make this day special.

💖 Happy Valentine's Day to all the lovebirds out there! 💖
🔥 Wishing you a warm heart and a warm home 🔥

Whether you're celebrating with your sweetheart, friends, family, or even just treating yourself, may your day be filled with warmth, affection, and plenty of heart-shaped delights.
Here's to love in all its beautiful forms! Spread kindness, share hugs, and remember, every day is a chance to show appreciation for the special people in our lives. Sending love your way! 💕✨

🥞🎉 Happy Pancake Day, everyone! 🎉🥞
Let's celebrate this delicious tradition with stacks of fluffy goodness and a drizzle of sweetness! Whether you're a fan of classic toppings or adventurous flavour combos, today is all about indulging in some tasty treats. So grab your spatula, flip those pancakes with flair, and savour every mouthwatering bite!
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📝 We are Hiring 📝
are looking for experienced Finance Manager to join our team.

📝 Job description 📝
Xero Input - Purchase & Sales Invoices - Sales Applications - Credit Control - Bought Ledger - P&L & Balance Sheet - Banking - Expenses - Paye & NI - CIS
Ad hoc duties including supporting the Managing Director
Full-time
Salary: £25,000.00-£33,000.00 pa
8 hour shift - Monday to Friday - Ability to commute/relocate:
Xero software: 5 years (required)

Bookkeeping: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 15/01/2024
Expected start date: 01/03/2024

⚡Energy Saving Week⚡
5 days of tips to help you cut your business energy bill by 10% - 25% by installing energy efficiency measures and implementing behavioural change.

Equipment
Office and work equipment can be high energy users. If a piece of equipment isn’t being used, it should be switched off, leaving equipment on standby wastes energy. There are a few things you can do to avoid unnecessary energy use:
• Switch from desktop computers to laptops, as laptops use less energy.
• Encourage staff to turn off monitors and computers at the plug when they leave and avoid standby.
• Optimise the brightness of monitors.
• Activate power saving settings on computers and laptops for all staff.
• Set printers to automatically power down.
• Ensure communal equipment is turned off at the end of the day.
Kitchen equipment can often be overlooked and is an easy place to make energy savings. Best practice posters which inform employees about unplugging unused devices, throwing out old things from the fridge so it’s not too full, and using a washing up bowl can be an easy reminder. Things to look out for include:
• Are the seals on refrigerated areas in good condition?
• Do you have an energy-rated fridge/freezer?
• Is the coffee machine/refrigerator energy efficient?
• Are kettles used to only boil the water that’s needed?
• Have you replaced microwaves/kettles with more energy efficient ones recently?
Production and manufacturing equipment are vital to operations, however older and poorly maintained equipment could be costing you. Here are some tips that will help with energy efficiency:
• Switch off motors during breaks and lunch.
• Turn off all machines such as fans, pumps, and conveyors at the end of the day.
• Label switches correctly so staff know which operating machinery they can turn off and how to do it correctly.
• Optimise the speed of equipment to save up to half its energy consumption.
• Listen for leaks in compressed air pipes.
• Change air filters regularly.
For refrigeration to work efficiently, air needs to circulate both inside and out. Here are some simple measures to ensure your refrigeration units work as efficiently as possible:
• Keep doors closed.
• Switch off lights inside cooled spaces when not needed.
• Don’t overfill refrigeration units.
• Defrost freezers regularly.
• Repair door seals.
• Make sure there is space around refrigeration unit vents to allow air to be drawn in and expelled.
If you would like AFM to carry out a FOC energy usage review of your existing M&E installation, please get in touch.

⚡Energy Saving Week⚡
5 days of tips to help you cut your business energy bill by 10% - 25% by installing energy efficiency measures and implementing behavioural change.

Lighting
The longer that lights are switched on, the more energy will be used. Meeting rooms, storage areas and corridors are often lit unnecessarily. Creating reminders to switch off lights before leaving a room can prevent unnecessary lightning costs.
It’s a myth that turning lights off and back on uses more energy than leaving them on all the time. When looking at efficient lighting in your business, consider the following:
• Are all your lights LEDs and energy efficient?
• Is continuous lighting needed in certain spaces? If so, consider switching to motion sensor lights.
• Are staff aware of their responsibility to turn off lights? Think about how you can encourage them to turn off lights when they leave a room.
• Are dim lights getting replaced?
• Natural light is often overlooked. Relocating objects that block windows and desks in corners can sometimes mitigate the need for artificial lighting. It will also create a more pleasant working environment.
• Consider lighter paint colours or reflective paint.
• Consider vertical window blinds, which let in more light than horizontal ones when open or closed.
• Consider relocating workstations to well-lit areas.
Lighting controls and sensors are low cost and can be easy to implement. Occupancy sensors could cut energy use considerably from lighting. You could consider:
• Installing a timer switch to ensure lighting is switched off outside working hours.
• Reviewing internal and external lightning with sensors, including:
• Timed switches.
• Movement sensors.
• Daylight sensors.
If you would like AFM to carry out a FOC energy usage review of your existing M&E installation, please get in touch.

⚡Energy Saving Week⚡
5 days of tips to help you cut your business energy bill by 10% - 25% by installing energy efficiency measures and implementing behavioural change.

Draughts & Insulation
A good portion of heating costs can be prevented by stopping cold air from getting in, and warm air from escaping. The larger the gap, the bigger the cost. Preventing heat loss through topping up insulation and blocking draughts can significantly reduce heating costs, so it’s a good place to start improving energy efficiency. Here are some things you can do to prevent heat loss:
• Are hot water tanks, boilers and pipes insulated?
• Is the roof space adequately insulated?
• Identify sources of draughts and fit appropriate draught proofing.
• Ensure employees are aware of the cost of wasted heat and air conditioning costs.
• Make sure unused doors and windows are securely sealed (excluding emergency exits).
• Inform employees that the thermostat should be turned down before opening windows.
If you would like AFM to carry out a FOC energy usage review of your existing M&E installation, please get in touch.

⚡Energy Saving Week⚡
5 days of tips to help you cut your business energy bill by 10% - 25% by installing energy efficiency measures and implementing behavioural change.

Heating
Heating is usually the most significant energy cost in a workplace, accounting for up to 40% of energy use in a non-domestic building, things to look out for include:
• When were heaters or boilers last serviced?
• Are portable heaters being used by staff?
• Are the heating and air conditioning operating at the same time in the same place?
• Have you installed heating reflectors?
• Do you have smart heating controls?
• Who is responsible for changing the heating times at different times of the year?
• Are windows open when the heating is on?
The longer you have your heating on and the higher the thermostat is set, the more expensive your fuel bills will be. Turning the temperature up high on your thermostat does not warm the room up quicker.
Follow these steps to make a quick difference:
• Make a calendar reminder to set timers to the right date and time and remember to include daylight savings. Make sure you consider weekends and bank holidays when setting controls.
• Ensure thermostats are set correctly. Set the heating in offices to 19°C and cooling at 24°C or higher. The temperature in corridors, storerooms and areas of higher physical activity can be set lower than 19°C.
• Ensure air conditioning is turned off in meeting rooms when people leave. Air conditioning in IT server rooms should be set as recommended by the manufacturer.
• Ensure that radiators are free from obstructions.
• Check that employee desks aren’t too close or too far from radiators and air conditioning.
If you would like AFM to carry out a FOC energy usage review of your existing M&E installation, please get in touch.

⚡Energy Saving Week⚡
5 days of tips to help you cut your business energy bill by 10% - 25% by installing energy efficiency measures and implementing behavioural change.

Know your business energy use and waste.
If you only take meter readings every now and then, it’s hard to tell when you use the most energy and where you might be wasting it. The solution? Smart meters that give you more control, contact your energy providers to get one installed.
With these you can see how much you’re spending on your business’ energy throughout the day, so you can adjust energy-heavy tasks, and trim wasted energy. You will also get more accurate bills instead of estimates by cutting out the hassle and time of having to do manual meter readings.

Rally your teams to help you save
Many of the tips you will learn are even more valuable when the whole team is playing along, so make sure everyone from reception to finance - follows your lead.
Some businesses put up posters to remind employees how they can save on energy and why it’s important to their business.
Doing regular walkthroughs of your office to check on your equipment and spot wastage is a great way to keep costs down.
Having monthly management meetings to share progress and new ideas is also a good way to keep energy saving on the agenda.
Encourage everyone to dress appropriately for the weather e.g., putting a jumper on in winter rather than hiking up the heating, this also might involve relaxing the code in summer by allowing people to wear more breathable fabrics and staying cool.

Print less - go paperless
Be as paperless as possible to avoid having the printer on all the time. Make sure it's turned off when not in use. You can encourage less paper waste by using online signing services like Docusign and doing as much sharing as you can online through collaboration platforms like Google Docs.
With these small but effective tips given to staff, your organisation’s workplace should see some energy savings, have adapted to start making energy efficient behavioural changes and you’ll be able to incorporate your savings into a wider sustainability strategy.
If you would like AFM to carry out a FOC energy usage review of your existing M&E installation, please get in touch.