MENU Maintenance and Aftercare – Commitment is our ethos. MechFS commits itself to every client with equal importance and with our engineers qualified to the highest standards, we recognise that valuable aftercare provision is as imperative to our clients, as the projects themselves. This is why we provide each contract its very own account manager to work with you and offer you the … 17 March 2021 National Apprenticeship Week Part 2 – Dominic Moyle Part 2 of our apprentice highlight in support of National Apprenticeship Week and we are delighted to introduce Dominic Moyle. Dominic came to MechFS in 2019 from Sheffield UTC on a 2 week work experience placement and he enjoyed it so much he stayed for a further 2 weeks. Whilst he was with us Dominic … 03 February 2021 National Apprenticeship Week Part 1 – Elliot Mills It’s National Apprenticeship Week and we are delighted to be able to share with you stories of some of the many apprentices MechFS have supported over the years. Today, we’d like to introduce you to Elliot Mills. Elliot started working at MechFS in 2019, after unfortunately being made redundant 2 years into his 4 year … 03 February 2021 MechFS announces support for charity safeguarding the vulnerable. MechFS has donated valuable funds to charity supporting victims of domestic violence and abuse in the Doncaster borough. Charity and community sit right at the heart of MechFS and never has this been more critical as we all face difficult and challenging times caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Phoenix WoMens Aid is a charity that … 15 July 2020 Meet the Apprentice: Caitlin Hutchinson Introducing our new finance apprentice, Caitlin Hutchinson. We thought we would have a quick Q&A to get to know her a little better: Where are you from? I’m Doncaster born and bred! Where were you before joining MechFS ? I worked for an end-point assessment organisation but I was unfortunately made redundant during the first … 25 June 2020 MechFS’ holding company, NHN Holdings Limited prepares for expansion following purchase at Avro Park development. Expansion is the focus for NHN Holdings Limited, the holding company of locally based mechanical and electrical engineering company, MechFS, following its purchase of two, 1,500sq ft industrial units at the strategically placed Avro Park development at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. NHN Holdings will immediately lease one unit to MechFS for storage use as they begin … 25 June 2020 MechFS funds food truck to feed NHS staff of Doncaster Royal Infirmary The MechFS team is proud to be providing hot meals, available to all Doncaster Royal Infirmary’s NHS staff, from Monday 20th April. MechFS has organised and funded a food truck to feed frontline NHS staff based at DRI for the next three weeks as they work tirelessly through the Covid-19 pandemic. Working within the strict … 20 April 2020 MechFS celebrates Charity £250k landmark DONCASTER-BASED mechanical engineering firm, MechFS, is celebrating after reaching an impressive milestone in its charitable contributions. Based in Beckingham, South Yorkshire, the family-run firm, has donated more than £250,000 to both local charities and community causes since the company was founded just over a decade ago. Key donations include £20,000 to the Worksop Dolphin Swimming … 20 January 2020 Mark makes a move with MechFS promotion Mark Millar has been named as the new Business Development Director at Doncaster-based mechanical engineering firm, MechFS. Mark, who has been with the company since 2017, has been promoted to the role after almost three years in post as regional director. The Doncaster-resident’s new appointment sees Mark leading MechFS’s marketing, pre-construction and estimating, overseeing a … 23 September 2019 MechFS scores West Stand sponsorship deal with Doncaster Rovers We have been unveiled as the new West Stand sponsor at Doncaster Rovers FC. Our family-run firm, based in Beckingham, has become a platinum partner of the club, for both the 2019/20 and 2020/21 seasons. As well as branding the West Stand at the Keepmoat Stadium, MechFS will be working closely with the club on … 24 July 2019 MechFS announces European expansion Doncaster-based mechanical and electrical engineering firm, MechFS, has announced a move into Europe. The family-run company has recently opened premises in Mannheim, creating a new firm – Mech FS GMBH – and creating an initial extra 15 jobs across both the UK and Germany. Already, MechFS has secured multimillion Euro orders in both Germany and … 19 March 2019 MechFS gives local food waste project a lift A family-run company based in Doncaster is helping a local food charity take to the road with the donation of a new van to collect and deliver much-needed supplies across the borough. Mechanical and electrical contractor, MechFS, has donated a Mercedes van to The Real Junk Food Project Doncaster, which aims to take surplus food … 20 June 2018 Meet the Apprentice: Jessica Chamberlain Jessica Chamberlain joined our team at MechFS in 2017 as our first-ever finance apprentice, marking our commitment to providing training and employment opportunities for young people, whatever area of the business they’re looking to work in. In our latest Meet the Apprentice blog, Jessica tells us more about her role. “I wasn’t actively looking for … 20 December 2017 MechFS checks in with duo of hotel deals We’re proud to announce MechFS has secured a duo of multi million pound hotel deals with two of the industry’s biggest names. We’ve been appointed to deliver bespoke installation projects for five Travelodge sites across the UK, as well as the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Lincoln. Our team is set to provide full mechanical … 14 December 2017 Meet the Apprentice: Jack Hardy Here at Mech FS, we’re proud to employ many apprentices – all of whom play an important part in helping our company continue to grow and succeed. In the second of our new ‘Meet the Apprentice’ series of blogs, we chat to our apprentice air conditioning engineer, Jack Hardy. “I started working with Mech FS … 14 September 2017 Paul takes to the pedals for charity The CEO of MechFS has cycled almost 400 miles this month, in support of Action Against Cancer and the Dransfield Foundation. Paul Sutherland joined a team of cyclists to embark on gruelling the 387 mile-long bike ride from Copenhagan to Oslo, completing the course in just one week. Natalie Sutherland, director at MechFS, said: “We’re … 11 September 2017 Meet the apprentice: Daryl Robson In our new Meet the Apprentice blog, we talked to Daryl Robson who is 37-years-old and from Doncaster. Daryl started with Mech FS as an apprentice almost a decade ago when our company was just beginning. Since then, he’s progressed through the business to become project manager, overseeing our air conditioning department. “Almost ten years … 08 September 2017 MechFS appoints duo of directors Here at MechFS, we’re proud to have cemented our growth with the appointment of two new directors. Mark Millar, 47, joins as operations director, and Steve Padley, 48, has been appointed as commercial director. Both bring more than 30-years of experience to their roles, respectively. Mark’s post as operations director will see him oversee MechFS’s growing … 28 June 2017 Mech FS gets the year off to a ‘best ever’ start A South Yorkshire-based mechanical and electrical contractor has reported its ‘best ever’ start to the year, after winning more than £27million worth of new business. Mechanical Facilities Limited (MechFS) has started 2017 by securing new contracts with major brands including Travelodge, Hilton and Aldi. And, the family-run firm which has its headquarters in Beckingham, Doncaster, … 13 March 2017 Expansion at our Solihull Office Lincolnshire company APSS very recently undertook the task of converting our Solihull Office to account for the extra increase in staff numbers. We are very proud that the office has been a fantastic success, and has allowed us to recruit a wider pool of talent. 09 February 2017 New Sheffield Office MechFS recently added a new office to our growing business. Located in Fox Valley Way, Sheffield, it offers current employees an opportunity to cut their work travel time and allows us to recruit a wider pool of talent in the South Yorkshire region. This takes our offices to 3 in total – Solihull, Doncaster & … 08 February 2017 MechFS Charity Bike Ride – prostate Cancer UK Once again MechFS are delighted to confirm we will be completing a 50 mile Charity Bike ride. Last year we raised £4000 towards Macmillan Cancer. This year we have decided to support Prostate Cancer UK and hope to raise £8000. We would very much appreciate your support and invite you to donate towards a great … 19 May 2016 Dransfield Head Office, Stocksbridge Dransfield Properties acquired a fantastic new retail development site nestled in the pretty Stocksbridge valley during 2015. MechFS were appointed to complete the full Mechanical & Electrical installation of their Head Office. Working to a very high bespoke specification, the brief consisted of exposed ducting serving the main open plan office area, a Panasonic VRF cooling … 03 May 2016 Prostate Cancer UK Despite a few wrong turns along the way, all riders made it back in one piece and can be proud that so far they have raised over £5000 for Prostate Cancer UK! All parties enjoyed the day and we were lucky enough to have the weather to match. The fun continued into the evening where … 14 April 2016 Mechfs Charity Bike Ride 2016 – They’re Off! The 35 strong riders set off this morning from Blacksmiths Clayworth in great spirits. All wearing the custome made jerseys sponsoring Prostate Cancer UK, they embark on their 50 miler taking in South Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire. So far we’ve managed to raise £4500, thanks to all who’ve donated so far…. http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/MechFS 08 April 2016 MechFS Charity Bike Ride – Prostate Cancer UK The team @ MechFS will be undertaking another charity bike ride on 8th April 2016 this time supporting Prostate Cancer UK http://prostatecanceruk.org/ 30 riders will complete a 50 mile circuit across the South Yorkshire and Lincolnshire countryside stopping off midway in Wroot and finishing at the Blacksmiths in Clayworth. This year we aim to raise … 08 March 2016 Aston Martin DB11 – Full speed ahead for Newcastle dealership Works are nearing completion on the new Aston Martin dealership in Newcastle for the Stoneacre group, one of the fastest growing dealerships in the country. MechFS were appointed to provide full design and build mechanical and electrical services to showroom, servicing, back of house areas and external lighting, barriers and CCTV. Completion expected in February. … 29 January 2016 New Solihull Office The Midlands branch of MechFS is pleased to announce we are now the owners of new offices in Dickens Heath, Birmingham. With the help of our team of engineers and Managers we completed our move pre-xmas and are now fully functioning. Our office in the Midlands has doubled in size over the last year and we have … 05 January 2016 Barker & Stonehouse Teeside MechFS have recently completed a £500k Barker & Stonehouse in Teeside. Working directly with the client on our 3rd B & S fit out, MechFS supplied the full Mechanical & Electrical package which included Mechanical cooling via Mitsubishi twin splits & VRF, energy metering & modelling and a dedicated comms room unit to the 10,333 sq ft store. 18 November 2015 Munich to Berlin with Dransfield Properties In September Paul Sutherland took part in a gruelling Charity Bike Ride from Munich to Berlin covering 430 miles of varying terrain. Representing MechFS and raising money for x 3 charities Action Against Cancer, Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research & The Dransfield Foundation. The total raised so far is an immense £35,290.00!! Thanks to our clients and supply chain … 18 November 2015 Good Luck Riders! A huge thanks to all who have donated so far towards our MechFS Great North Charity Bike Ride, we have raised £2102 for Macmillan Cancer! Meet point is The Blacksmiths Clayworth @ 8.30am tomorrow morning (Saturday 28th Feb). We wish all the riders good luck! 27 February 2015 MechFS North Charity Bike MechFs are delighted to announce our hosting of a Charity Bike ride to help raise money for Macmillan Cancer. The event takes place on 28th February 2015 starting from The Blacksmiths @ Clayworth and covering a 50 mile route. We have circa 40 riders taking part and 80 attending our evening event where we will be prize giving … 10 February 2015 Mercure Aberdeen Mech FS have just completed the Kitchen ventilation refurbishment for the Mercure Ardoe House. By installing an additional AHU to balance the supply air and relagging the existing supply Mech FS have been able to improve the efficiency of the restaurant heating system 08 November 2014 New Apprentices MechFS welcome 2 new apprentices to our business, Liam & Ross, joining our Mechanical department. We continue to use Grimsby college as our preferred training provider, allowing our apprentices to gain much needed site experience. We wish them well! 03 November 2014 New Apprenticeships MechFS is pleased to announce we have x 3 new apprentices starting in the Mechanical & Electrical disciplines over the coming weeks. Our very first apprentices graduate in a month, they’ve worked hard over the past two years gaining lots of site experience and we look forward to welcoming them onboard full time. 06 October 2014 MechFS awarded new M & E contract with key hotel chain Mech FS are delighted to have secured the design and build of the mechanical services for the new Holiday Inn Grimsby. 06 October 2014 MechFS – St Leger Festival The St Leger festival made it’s yearly appearance in Doncaster and as always MechFS hosted a box at the event. We were joined by quite a few client’s and staff alike with some extra ‘box crashers’ along the way! We mainly backed winners on the day, resulting in some sore heads Saturday morning. Here’s to next … 16 September 2014 Mech FS awarded new Birmingham Dogs Home Mech FS has been appointed by Clugston Construction to design and install the new Birmingham Dogs Home in Solihull as reported on Construction Enquirer.com Work will start on site at the end of this month on the £4.3m scheme designed by Associated Architects and building services consultant Andrew Wilkes The new Home will be open … 04 September 2014 Mech FS adds to its Electrical team We are delighted to announce the addition of 3 Key people to the Electrical division. Darren Johnston joins as Electrical Contracts Manager, David Cocker Joins as Engineering Manager and Jordan Mathieson joins as Senior Site foreman. Our Electrical Department now has over 100 years field experience across all sectors and continues our on-going commitment to … 14 July 2014 Mech FS Opens New Midlands Office We are delighted to announce the opening of our new office based in Solihull, Birmingham. The office will be managed by Tom Dunne who has over 25 years experience in the region. Operations Manager Martin Mcbride comments “We have been working in the region for over 5 years and this will help cement our position … 09 July 2014 Work starts on new Furniture store Work has now started on the new Barker and Stonehouse in Teeside Park in the North East of England. Mech FS have been awarded the Mechanical and Electrical design and build of the flagship store and head office facilities. The design will utilise the latest carbon reduction solutions in keeping with Barker and Storehouses’ sustainability … 08 July 2014 Bupa Coventry Mechanical Facilities have completed the handover of the fit our of offices for Healthcare provider Bupa. The fast track programme included lighting, ventilation and general mechanical and electrical amendments and was completed on time 07 July 2014 Mech FS to launch new website to coincide with new office opening Mech FS will be launching a new website in the summer to 2014 to incorporate the addition of the midlands office – more to follow 18 May 2014 Mech FS agree Junior Sponsorship with Local Junior Football and Cricket Teams Mechanical Facilities have agreed further support to local junior sports teams. Finningley Harriers u/12 and Hatfield Main Cricket Club have been provided with equipment, kit sponsorship and subsidised playing fees as part of the agreement. Operations Manager Martin Mcbride stated that he was delighted in assisting young people and local clubs. 18 May 2014 Mech FS awarded fit out contract for Auto Trader Mechanical Facilities have been awarded the Mechanical Fit Out Contract for the new Auto Trader Head Office. The 60000 sqft Office is over 3 floors and involves the incorporation of Six iconic cars from the brand’s 37 year history being craned into the office as part of the £4m interior design and fit-out works. A … 13 May 2014 Mech FS complete Travelodge Chertsey Mechanical facilities recently completed the new Travelodge hotel in Chertsey despite the challenge of the weather. The company provided all the mechanical services including energy efficient combined heat and power systems to the 73 bedroom hotel. 18 April 2014 St Johns Worcester achieves Breeam excellent Mechanical facilities recently achieved breeam excellent at the new medical centre Worcester. Mechanical facilities provided all the mechanical services including natural ventilation. 16 April 2014 Mech FS delivering ground breaking cancer unit at Guys Hospital London Mechanical facilities delighted to be appointed Mechanical and Electrical contractor on the new cancer screening facilities at Guys Hospital London. 15 April 2014 London Barker and Stonehouse Barker and Stonehouse have started the first London store in Battersea and Mech FS are pleased to be providing the mechanical design and build. Its a wonderful old candle making warehouse which needs the mechanical services to compliment the building and store layout. Working closely with the clients project manager has resulted in an energy efficient … 18 April 2013 MechFS Awarded PCT Medical Centre Mechanical Facilities have been awarded the design and build of a new medical centre in Worcester. The Design has started with site works to begin in June. We are very pleased to have a continued presence in the health care sector. 10 April 2013 Finishing Touches to new office refurbishment for Premier Legal Practice – Birmingham We are continuing our fast track delivery of a 40,000 sqft office fit out of Canon House Birmingham for premier legal practice Shoosmiths. In 14 weeks the entire floor will be served by Energy Efficient Heating and Cooling Systems including energy monitoring software. Supported by Mitsubishi Electric the company has been able to provide a … 08 April 2013 Barker and Stonehouse Opens its doors on Boxing Day Mechanical Facilities completed the Mechanical and Electrical installation of the new flagship store at Barker and Stonehouse Knaresborough. The project qualified for BREEAM excellent and is the first furniture retailer to achieve this rating. The project included the provision of High Efficiency heat recovery air conditioning and ventilation, LED lighting, Optimised BMS with energy monitoring. 18 January 2013 New Team members – Mark Nichols and Rob Tunstall We are pleased to announce that the following people have joined the delivery team. Mark Nichols has over 25 years experience with blue chip clients including Travelodge, Odeon Cinemas and the NHS. Rob Tunstall also brings 25 years experience working for major contractors on projects within a wide range of sectors. Rob and Marks addition to the company further support the … 18 November 2012 Mech FS appointed as Design and Build Contractor for Rodenstock glasses Mechanical Facilities have been appointed as D&B Contractor for Rodenstock glasses. Over 2 phases the project involves converting existing warehouse space into comfort cooled offices. Each phase is 6 weeks and is being delivered within a live manufacturing environment. 10 November 2012 Wakefield Card Factory July has proven to be a successful month for the team at Mech FS as they have secured another high profile client within the region. The Card Factory at Wakefield 41 is well known and the company is pleased to be chosen as the Design and Build contractor for the expansion plans of the company. … 22 July 2012 Marshlands School Goole Mech FS continue to add to the works completed within the schools arena having secured the refurbishment and new build of Marshlands School in Goole. The company is pleased to be working again with Hobson and Porter on this refurbishment and extension. We will be providing the full mechanical package including a new Kitchen facility. … 18 July 2012 Mech FS Secure Barker and Stonehouse Mech FS are pleased to announce the securing of the Mechanical and Electrical Installation of the Knaresborough branch of well known quality retailer Barker and Stonehouse. We are very pleased to be chosen for the project and look forward to having a close association in the coming years. The project includes Solar renewables and full … 02 July 2012 Working With Thomas Vale on Local Site First Point Doncaster is a new Warehouse and office development associated with Morrisons Supermarkets that Mech FS have been successful in securing. Working for the first time with Thomas Vale Paul Sutherland MD announced ” We are pleased to be working with two high profile names within their respective sectors”. Thomas Vale are a £200m … 02 July 2012 Fit and Fun Mech FS have been appointed Mechanical design and build contractors for Lazarus properties in Doncaster providing a full landlords fit out of mechanical plant for a new gymnasium located within an existing hotel. 18 April 2012 Shooting Stars Mech FS completed the fit out of the park lodge shooting school at Snaith. Utilising Ground Source Heat pumps, Underfloor heating and VRF air Conditioning the project has a significantly reduced carbon footprint. 18 April 2012 Frankie and Bennys Mech FS were asked to assist the restaurant group following a recent copper theft. A new system was designed, installed and commissioned within 4 days including additional theft deterrents and caging. 13 April 2012 Harley Street Hospital Mech FS have been awarded the Contract to install a new VRF Air Conditioning system and energy controls system to the consultants offices of a large private hospital on Harley Street London. The company were awarded the contract on their ability to deliver to a fast moving programme within a live environment. We are very … 18 February 2012 Chiquitos We are pleased to announce that we have been awarded the Mechanical refurbishment of the Metro Centre Gateshead. Working with the client and the landlord, capital shopping centres, Mech FS have agreed a non intrusive programme and energy efficient solution. 09 February 2012 Smith and Nephew Mech FS have been awarded the installation of the full mechanical package for Smith and Nephew Wound Management Hull. This project involves the installation of a mechanical system to a clean room standard ISO14844 Class 8. It also fulfils the requirements of a DSEAR and ATEX assessment. mechfs are proud to be chosen for such … 08 February 2012 Peter Hodgkinson Centre, Lincoln County Hospital Mech FS have been awarded the refurbishment of the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Lincoln. This further enhances our position as a Mechanical services provider to the Healthcare sector. mechfs become Safe Contractor Approved – We are pleased to announce that we are now safe contractor approved. 02 February 2012 Goodman’s: Mayfair, Burger and Lobster and Canary Wharf Restaurant’s Mech FS have successfully completed the mechanical and ventilation services to these restaurant’s who are both winning rave reviews 01 February 2012 Goodman Restaurant, London Mech FS have just completed the City Flagship restaurant Goodman. Primarily an upmarket Steak House this restaurant is already winning rave reviews. The restaurant design included stringent odour and noise restrictions and was completed within 12 weeks. 18 December 2011 ASDA Distribution R22 removal ASDA Distribution R22 removal – Removal of all R22 refrigerants from ASDA distribution network in accordance with FGAS regulations. For more information contact Simon Dobson: Simon@mechfs.org 18 December 2011 Paragon Business Park -2 Storey mechanical fit out Paragon Business Park – 2 Storey mechanical fit out including Mitsubishi Electric VRF Heat Recovery Air Conditioning system, perimeter LPHW trench heating and BMS Energy management system. 03 December 2011 Recent Posts Maintenance and Aftercare – Commitment is our ethos. National Apprenticeship Week Part 2 – Dominic Moyle National Apprenticeship Week Part 1 – Elliot Mills MechFS announces support for charity safeguarding the vulnerable. 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