Ashtons Legal
Undertaking an office refurbishment is always a good opportunity to review your company’s drinking water supply. It’s often the case that with growth, the kettle is no longer up to the job of providing your workforce with the hot drinks they need, day after day.
Key architect
Offices & workplaces
Location
East Anglia
The brief
With up to 170 people in their new office and newly designated tea points within each open-plan floor, Leonard knew a reliable solution was required. “Having used Zip HydroBoil previously, as well as having had recommendations for the Zip HydroTap, we had no hesitation in going with the HydroTap. The taps are ideal as they tick both the functional and aesthetic boxes. It’s also a bonus to be able to say that as a company we are reducing plastic waste. We want to do our bit for the environment and the HydroTaps allow our teams to enjoy drinking water by re-filling their own bottles and not contributing to plastic waste."
"We first started using Zip products three years ago,” states Leonard Newcombe, head of administration and facilities. “We got to the point where we were getting through so many kettles it was just ridiculous, not to mention the hazardous and untidy nature of trailing leads. We really needed a mains-fed system that could handle the volume of drinks required.”
The solution
Leonard specified a mixture of boiling and boiling and chilled models to allow staff convenient access to pure-tasting water for both hot drinks and refreshment. “The taps are professional-looking and fit perfectly. Our teams can quickly help themselves to drinks without having to wait for the kettle, I don’t have to worry about another kettle failing.
I’m really pleased that we stayed with Zip Water. They’ve always been reliable which is a crucial benefit. We want to make sure each team has a comfortable, inspiring workspace and having instant access to water is part of this.” For additional peace of mind, Ashtons Legal also benefits from Zip’s HydroCare plan, which provides regular filter changes, sanitisation and planned services, ensuring the products deliver convenient hydration, day after day.
"Knowing that the taps will be serviced regularly to keep them running like clockwork is fantastic. It is a big task that is removed from my to-do list and represents excellent value. I couldn't be happier."
Leonard Newcombe - Head of Administration & Facilities, Ashtons Legal.
