Thirsting for change? A sudden blast of sunshine taken you by surprise? Employees starting to wilt at their desks? What you need is ...a chilled water dispenser.
Powwow has just launched a new take on an old classic in the form of its standalone water cooler. The unit's sleek design is coupled with some features you wouldn't expect, including a water temperature setting and a low cup warning sensor. The company, based in Oxford, also offers a free trial.
Tel: 0845 607 2020
Email:fresh@powwowwater.com

Springbar, from the watercooler and office beverage company Perrier Vittel, offers a choice of chilled Ashbourne Spring Water and a range of hot drink brands including Options, Nescafe and Twinings tea. Perfect for changeable summer weather, the unit includes storage space for drink products and an integral bin. A free trial is available, and customers can also choose to manage their account over the internet.
Tel: 0800 279 6969

Farnham-based UK Water Group offers a mains-fed solution in the form of their Waterstar dispenser. The unit boasts a three-stage water filtration system, and an optional booster button for boiling water. The company, which recently installed 28 units at Nokia's new offices in Hampshire, has an in-house service team and offers a 24-hour service agreement.
Tel:01252 852 260
www.ukwater.co.uk

JVH Associates, an independent vending company, supplies water coolers from a wide range of manufacturers. Based in Milton Keynes, the company is geared to providing a tailor-made package, and provides a free of charge help-desk service to all managed operations.
Tel: 01908 210812
www.jvh.co.uk

Leeds water specialists Ridgemont UK offers a range of drinking water systems that operate from the existing mains supply. Water is carbon filtered and UV sterilised, and units offer the additional choice of carbonated or hot water at the touch of a button. Model options include freestanding, wall-mounted and suitable for people with disabilities.
Tel: 0131 555 4114
www.ridgemont.co.uk

Oasis makes a modern range of water dispensers and fountains. Features include the Everpure filtration system, and a 12-month warranty is offered as standard.
Tel: 0500 528 628
Email:pressurecoolersltd@zoom.co.uk