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Water coolers are a brilliant addition to any workplace — but like any piece of equipment that handles drinking water, they need to be properly maintained to stay safe and hygienic. The good news is that keeping your water cooler in great condition requires very little effort on your part, especially when you have the right service partner behind you. Here's what you need to know about water cooler hygiene and why regular sanitisation matters. Sunlight and algae growth Water

Plastic waste is one of the most pressing environmental challenges facing businesses today. Single-use plastic bottles are convenient, but they come at a significant cost — to the environment, to your budget and increasingly to your reputation as a responsible employer. One of the simplest and most effective ways to address this is by installing a mains-fed water fountain. Here's why more businesses, schools, healthcare providers and leisure facilities are making the switch.

When people first hear about liquid coffee, the reaction is often sceptical. Can it really match the quality of a freshly ground bean to cup machine? And isn't it full of additives and preservatives? The short answer is no — and yes. Liquid coffee is 100% pure coffee, carefully crafted from selected, roasted and ground beans that are brewed and immediately frozen to lock in freshness and flavour. There are no additives, no preservatives and no compromise on quality. Here are

When you rent a water cooler or coffee machine from Crown, you're not just getting a machine — you're getting a team behind it. Our engineers are out on the road every day, making sure our customers' machines are running exactly as they should. Here's a look at what a typical day looks like for one of them. Starting the day The day begins at the office, where our engineers collect their jobs, load the van with the parts and equipment they'll need, and head out to their first

If you're considering a bean to cup or Douwe Egberts coffee machine for your workplace, one of the first questions you'll face is whether to go with fresh milk or powdered milk. It might seem like a minor detail, but it can make a real difference to the quality of your drinks, the ease of maintenance and the day to day running of your machine. Here's what you need to know. Fresh Milk — the premium choice There's no question that fresh milk produces a richer, creamier result.