Business Details
39 Years
experience
Expert HVAC Solutions for Commercial & Industrial Clients
Established in 1987, Butler Refrigeration operates as a family-run enterprise with dual bases in Manchester and Staffordshire. Our team combines over 100 years of cumulative expertise in refrigeration, air conditioning, and temperature control systems. We specialise in the supply, installation, and maintenance of commercial and industrial cooling equipment, prioritising integrity and transparency in all client interactions. With no dedicated sales personnel, we focus on delivering tailored solutions that align precisely with client requirements.Our engineers provide fast, efficient repairs while maintaining clear communication regarding parts, costs, and timelines. We stock common components on-site and access wholesale suppliers to minimise equipment downtime. All work is guaranteed, and we offer maintenance contracts to ensure long-term operational efficiency. Our portfolio spans cold storage facilities, air conditioning systems, and bespoke test chambers designed to British and European standards.
Services
Refrigeration Services
Air Conditioning
Cold Storage Solutions
Test Chambers
Maintenance Contracts
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 28 years of industry experience
- Engineers with over 100 years of combined technical expertise
- No salespeople - direct, transparent client communication
- Guaranteed work with maintenance contracts available
- Bespoke test chambers designed to British/European standards
Services
Refrigeration Services
We provide comprehensive refrigeration solutions including installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial and industrial cooling units. Our engineers address all equipment types, from small fridges to large frozen food storage facilities. With rapid response times and on-vehicle spare parts, we minimise downtime while ensuring optimal performance across cold rooms, display units, and production line cooling systems.
Air Conditioning
Our air conditioning services cover commercial and domestic systems, including ducted, cassette, and multi-split installations. We design temperature regulation solutions for single rooms up to data centres, incorporating energy-efficient technologies. From routine maintenance to emergency repairs, our engineers ensure consistent climate control for business environments requiring precise thermal management.
Cold Storage Solutions
We design and install custom cold storage facilities including blast freezers, dual-temperature chambers, and production line cooling systems. Our solutions comply with industry-specific requirements for food storage, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications. We also provide servicing and upgrades for existing cold storage infrastructure to maintain operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Test Chambers
We manufacture hygro-thermal and weather simulation chambers for materials testing to British and European standards. Our chambers offer temperature ranges from -30C to +70C with humidity control between 10% RH and 99% RH. These systems incorporate water spray simulations up to 3 litres/sq metre/minute, supporting construction material testing and product durability assessments under controlled environmental conditions.
Maintenance Contracts
We offer tailored maintenance plans to ensure long-term equipment reliability. Our contracts include scheduled inspections, priority repair response, and performance optimisation services. By proactively addressing potential issues, we help clients avoid unexpected breakdowns while extending the operational lifespan of refrigeration and air conditioning systems across commercial and industrial settings.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We work with commercial and industrial clients including food storage facilities, data centres, pharmaceutical companies, and construction firms requiring temperature control solutions.
Do you offer emergency repairs?
While we prioritise urgent cases, our standard service operates during normal business hours. We aim to respond promptly to critical cooling system failures.
Can you service older equipment?
Yes, our engineers handle all makes and models of refrigeration and air conditioning units, regardless of age or complexity.
Are your test chambers compliant with UK standards?
Our weather simulation chambers are specifically designed to meet British and European testing standards for materials and product durability assessments.
Do you provide maintenance contracts?
Yes, we offer customised maintenance plans to ensure ongoing system reliability and prevent unexpected equipment failures.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve clients in Manchester and Staffordshire, with installation and service capabilities across the wider UK region.
