tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2010:/news//1 2010-10-12T08:46:07Z News pages by Sleepbreeze - the personal cooling people Movable Type 3.35 tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2010:/news//1.168 2010-10-12T08:15:24Z 2010-10-12T08:46:07Z

The National Defense University's STAR-TIDES project will be located at the centre court of the Pentagon in Washington D.C this week. The TIDES demo will run simultaneously with a fuel security event organised by Pentagon staff. Our energy efficient solution...

STAR-TIDES project will be located at the centre court of the Pentagon in Washington D.C this week. The TIDES demo will run simultaneously with a fuel security event organised by Pentagon staff. Our energy efficient solution to providing rest and sleep in the heat is featured as part of the TIDES demo. With tenuous supply lines stretching from within Pakistan up to frontline Forward Operating Bases deep inside Afghanistan the delivery of fuel is a hazardous and expensive operation. Every litre of fuel which can be saved at the front line can make a significant impact on the logistics tail downstream. Traditional air conditioning uses a significant amount of the fuel supplied to ISAF in Afghanistan; any means of reducing this burden would have an immediate and significant impact. Designed especially for the military market our latest cooler (carrying National Stock Number 4120-99-151-742) uses minimal energy and is more compact than ever. With our product currently on test with both British and US forces we are proud to be part of this week's demo. For product info visit our dedicated webpage: http://www.sleepbreeze.co.uk/army-personal-cooling.htm - Ends - ]]> tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2010:/news//1.167 2010-07-27T13:16:56Z 2010-07-27T13:27:44Z

Sleepbreeze ltd is delighted to have been asked to provide sponsorship for polar explorer Justin Miles' "Just for the Ride" fund raiser. Justin Miles from the "Last Great Challenge" is planning the first "there and back" unsupported walk to the...

"Last Great Challenge" is planning the first "there and back" unsupported walk to the South Pole and back. To raise awareness for his polar walk Justin is going to cycle from Nelson's Column in London to the Eiffel Tower in Paris at the end of August 2010. Justin's designated charity for this event is the Children's Trust. The Children's Trust, Tadworth provides care, education, therapy and rehabilitation to children with multiple disabilities, complex health needs and acquired brain injury. You can keep up with Justin on his facebook group "Just for the ride". We are pleased to be associated with Justin and wish him every success for the event. Notes to editors: Sleepbreeze Ltd is a family-owned company which has developed an ultra-low energy cooling system which is used by people needing to rest and sleep in extreme heat. ]]> tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2010:/news//1.164 2010-07-13T14:35:57Z 2010-07-13T14:54:09Z

With it's origins in the secret laboratories of 1950s Britain at Farnborough's airfield, microclimate cooling has had many applications over the years, since. Used initially to extend the range of RAF bomber aircraft, then migrated into NASA's Apollo programme, the...

With it's origins in the secret laboratories of 1950s Britain at Farnborough's airfield, microclimate cooling has had many applications over the years, since. Used initially to extend the range of RAF bomber aircraft, then migrated into NASA's Apollo programme, the science of low-energy personal cooling systems has come a long way. "It's basis, however remains the same; "Cool the person, not the place!"", says Andy Buxton, Managing Director of Sleepbreeze Ltd. Sleepbreeze Ltd - a small family owned company with many years of expertise in this field - has applied this idea to keeping people cool in heatwaves, hot climates and promoting better rest and sleep as a result. Working with The Event Medicine Company, Sleepbreeze Ltd developed a version of their standard product to help support heat casualties at public events. Fitting to standard medical trolleys and stretchers the product provides cooling whilst the patient receives treatment by paramedics at the scene. With the Event Medicine Company providing the on-site medical cover for the Farnborough International airshow next week, it is fitting to know that a piece of British military science that owes it's origins to Strike Command's laboratories at Farnborough has moved seamlessly into the commercial world and is now in use so close to where the idea was first dreamt up! ---ends--- tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2010:/news//1.161 2010-06-17T14:18:01Z 2010-06-21T08:40:47Z

Where: DVD Millbrook, Concpet 5, OR52 - Infreg stand What: Photo opportunity - Launch of Sleepbreeze military cot cooler. When: 22-24th June 2010 Immediate release Contact Details: Andy Buxton, Tel. 01420 540209, Email: info@sleepbreeze.co.uk Sleepbreeze Ltd is proud to be...

Where: DVD Millbrook, Concpet 5, OR52 - Infreg stand What: Photo opportunity - Launch of Sleepbreeze military cot cooler. When: 22-24th June 2010 Immediate release Contact Details: Andy Buxton, Tel. 01420 540209, Email: info@sleepbreeze.co.uk Sleepbreeze Ltd is proud to be launching its new low-energy cooling product at DVD Millbrook – the MoD sponsored defence exhibition. Destined for the military market the cooler has been developed by Sleepbreeze Ltd to help MoD tackle the enormous engineering, logistic, security and cost of keeping our troops cool in the heat of Afghanistan. 100,000 litres of fuel are used at Camp Bastion each day at a cost of £35M per annum. Air conditioning the sleeping accommodation for the 10,000 troops at Camp Bastion accounts for some 25% of all fuel used. The reinforcement of Bastion with a further 10,000 US troops is likely to increase costs to the hard-pressed UK Exchequer to £70M per annum. Attacks on fuel convoys account for a significant number of British casualties and fatalities. MoD recognises the extreme urgency of understanding, trialing and procuring energy efficiency technologies that can deliver fuel savings, save lives and even deliver against Carbon saving targets. Despite the restrictions on public spending Sleepbreeze Ltd believes that HM Treasury may still be open to investing in procurements which deliver energy and cost savings. The product that we have designed for MoD is costed at £50 per soldier and likely to pay for itself within weeks of entering service. MoD has previously set a target of 2 years to recover similar investments. Sleepbreeze Ltd's new cooling product, which fits direct to the military cots used at Camp Bastion also has applications for Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) and Patrol Bases (PBs). The Sleepbreeze cooler works in concert with air conditioning systems, reducing the degree to which air needs to be chilled – which accounts for the vast bulk of energy used. Where there is no possibility of air conditioning, such as at FOBs and PBs, the Sleepbreeze delivers a degree of thermal comfort to troops which would otherwise be impossible. Troops who have obtained their own Sleepbreezes have described it as a “God send”. MoD is keen to undertake trials which were postponed earlier in the year due to the British General Election. We are hopeful that these may be re-scheduled for later in the 2010 with the product entering service by April 2011. Notes to Editors: Sleepbreeze Ltd is a family-owned firm which developed its range of products without any injection of investment from the public purse. We manufacture our products in Great Britain and are a major supporter of the “British Made for Quality” campaign. tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2010:/news//1.162 2010-06-17T14:18:01Z 2010-06-17T20:12:58Z

Where: DVD Millbrook, Concpet 5, OR52 - Infreg stand What: Photo opportunity - Launch of Sleepbreeze military cot cooler. When: 22-24th June 2010 Immediate release Sleepbreeze Ltd is proud to be launching its new low-energy cooling product at DVD Millbrook...

Where: DVD Millbrook, Concpet 5, OR52 - Infreg stand What: Photo opportunity - Launch of Sleepbreeze military cot cooler. When: 22-24th June 2010 Immediate release Sleepbreeze Ltd is proud to be launching its new low-energy cooling product at DVD Millbrook – the MoD sponsored defence exhibition. Destined for the military market the cooler has been developed by Sleepbreeze Ltd to help MoD tackle the enormous engineering, logistic, security and cost of keeping our troops cool in the heat of Afghanistan. 100,000 litres of fuel are used at Camp Bastion each day at a cost of £35M per annum. Air conditioning the sleeping accommodation for the 10,000 troops at Camp Bastion accounts for some 25% of all fuel used. The reinforcement of Bastion with a further 10,000 US troops is likely to increase costs to the hard-pressed UK Exchequer to £70M per annum. Attacks on fuel convoys account for a significant number of British casualties and fatalities. MoD recognises the extreme urgency of understanding, trialing and procuring energy efficiency technologies that can deliver fuel savings, save lives and even deliver against Carbon saving targets. Despite the restrictions on public spending Sleepbreeze Ltd believes that HM Treasury may still be open to investing in procurements which deliver energy and cost savings. The product that we have designed for MoD is costed at £50 per soldier and likely to pay for itself within weeks of entering service. MoD has previously set a target of 2 years to recover similar investments. Sleepbreeze Ltd's new cooling product, which fits direct to the military cots used at Camp Bastion also has applications for Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) and Patrol Bases (PBs). The Sleepbreeze cooler works in concert with air conditioning systems, reducing the degree to which air needs to be chilled – which accounts for the vast bulk of energy used. Where there is no possibility of air conditioning, such as at FOBs and PBs, the Sleepbreeze delivers a degree of thermal comfort to troops which would otherwise be impossible. Troops who have obtained their own Sleepbreezes have described it as a “God send”. MoD is keen to undertake trials which were postponed earlier in the year due to the British General Election. We are hopeful that these may be re-scheduled for later in the 2010 with the product entering service by April 2011. Notes to Editors: Sleepbreeze Ltd is a family-owned firm which developed its range of products without any injection of investment from the public purse. We manufacture our products in Great Britain and are a major supporter of the “British Made for Quality” campaign. tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2010:/news//1.160 2010-06-01T14:07:07Z 2010-06-01T14:24:19Z

We are delighted to have joined the newly formed Infrastructure Response Equipment Group - InfREG. Infreg comprises a group of companies each of whom are manufacturers of specialist equipment of use to the emergency services and humanitarian aid organisations. InfREG...

We are delighted to have joined the newly formed Infrastructure Response Equipment Group - InfREG. Infreg comprises a group of companies each of whom are manufacturers of specialist equipment of use to the emergency services and humanitarian aid organisations. InfREG will launch formarlly at DVD Millbrook on the 23rd - 24th of June 2010. www.infreg.co.uk tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2009:/news//1.145 2009-07-08T19:19:00Z 2009-07-08T19:54:24Z

We're delighted to have been asked to sponsor the "Mongway Round team" in the 2009 Mongol Rally. This most unusual rally combines both adventure and eccentricity in equal measures. The Mongway Round team approached Sleepbreeze to use our coolers to...

Mongway Round team" in the 2009 Mongol Rally. This most unusual rally combines both adventure and eccentricity in equal measures. The Mongway Round team approached Sleepbreeze to use our coolers to keep them cool in the blistering heat that awaits them in tents and hostels across Europe and Central Asia in the weeks to come. We couldn't think of anything that captures the spirit of adventure better than a race from Goodwood racecourse to Ulaanbaatar. We'll be posting regular updates on our team's progress on the Breezeblog and also on the Sleepbreeze page on facebook. The team will be sending videos and photos back as they dash towards Mongolia over the coming weeks. If you want to see what's in store for the team, take a look at this route and wish them luck. Lots of luck. ]]> tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2009:/news//1.143 2009-06-29T11:14:31Z 2009-06-29T12:44:12Z

Sleepbreeze will be on show at the International Aid & Trade event at the Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Centre, Washington D.C. on the 9-10 July 2009. Sleepbreeze Ltd developed a compact, lightweight and above all ultra low-energy cooling...

ultra low-energy cooling product that is a boon for aid workers serving in hot, humid countries. The Sleepbreeze personal cooler uses so little energy that an amazing 20 Sleepbreezes can be powered with the same energy that a single lightbulb uses. Sleepbreeze has proven of particular benefit to people using mosquito nets, transforming the sleeping environment from stiffling heat and humidity to an environment where good quality sleep can be achieved. Sleepbreeze is a relatively new brand to the market and has been working with the STAR-TIDES project team at the National Defense University for some time. Our most recent product, developed for a British field hospital is a personal cooler that attaches to the side of a NATO camping cot. ]]> As an incentive to come and take a look at all the great products on show at STAR-TIDES' exhibit (Stand 863) we're donating 2 Sleepbreeze coolers to a special business card drop-off prize draw. International Aid & Trade: Procurement & Logistics - Getting the right equipment to the right place at the right time. July 9-10, 2009, The Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center, Washington D.C., USA ---- ends ---- tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2009:/news//1.134 2009-06-20T08:55:27Z 2009-06-20T09:16:21Z

Sleepbreeze Ltd is proud to have been invited to attend the Festival of Science and Engineering organised by Surrey Science Technology and Engineering Regional Organisation (SATRO). The festival, on Thursday the 25th of June 2009, is to be at Brooklands...

Sleepbreeze Ltd is proud to have been invited to attend the Festival of Science and Engineering organised by Surrey Science Technology and Engineering Regional Organisation (SATRO). The festival, on Thursday the 25th of June 2009, is to be at Brooklands museum and Sleepbreeze will be found in the "Working World Marquee". Commenting on the exhibition Sleepbreeze's Managing Director, Andy Buxton said: "Today's school children are the scientists and engineers of tomorrow who will have huge challenges to face, ranging from climate change to pandemics.... Encouraging young people to seek a career in science or engineering is fundamental to the future prosperity of our country. We are delighted to be able to show them how a career in science can lead to new product innovations and how to bring new products to the market. We very much hope that they will get a sense of how exciting and worthwhile this can be." _------ Ends ------ Notes: The Surrey Festival of Science and Engineering aims to offer school teams the best possible opportunity to show to our guests from education, industry, commerce and professional bodies, the high quality of the science and engineering projects. Projects must have been devised and built during the current school year and come from Year 9 science clubs, GCSE, GNVQ, Diploma, AS, A2 or other areas of work. Sleepbreeze Ltd was founded by former UK defence scientist, Andy Buxton. Andy's expertise was in microclimate cooling - a technique used to provide low energy cooling for soldiers and fast-jet pilots. Sleepbreeze produces a small microclimate cooling product for those seeking to sleep in hot climates. Sleepbreeze's product has been displayed at The Pentagon in Washington and is on sale to the public through Sleepbreeze's online shop. tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2009:/news//1.132 2009-05-27T10:38:44Z 2009-05-27T10:47:29Z

With storm season in the US just around the corner, it’s never too soon to check the power outage emergency kit. Flashlights, spare batteries and a portable radio are all good, but a British scientist has come up with a...

With storm season in the US just around the corner, it’s never too soon to check the power outage emergency kit. Flashlights, spare batteries and a portable radio are all good, but a British scientist has come up with a personal cooling system that will keep infants and seniors cool and comfortable when the air-conditioning goes down. ends Notes to Editors The Sleepbreeze was invented by former British defense scientist, Andy Buxton and his wife Jill. In 2000, Andy won the Ergonomics industry equivalent of an Oscar for his pioneering work on modelling thermal comfort in extreme environments. For many Americans struggling with their air con bills in the credit crunch, owning a Sleepbreeze is seen as a way of significantly cutting electricity usage, night by night. Sleepbreeze Ltd has been actively participating in the US-led STAR-TIDES project which seeks to identify practical, low cost technologies for those living in disaster areas. Sleepbreeze can be purchased online at http://www.sleepbreeze.co.uk/sleepbreezeshop.htm using either PayPal or Google Checkout. Delivery is by air mail and customers receive their purchases within 10 days of Sleepbreeze Ltd. accepting an order. ]]> tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2008:/news//1.117 2008-11-04T09:50:22Z 2008-11-04T10:30:52Z

Sleepbreeze was well represented at the STAR-TIDES autumn exhibition at Fort Leslie J. McNair in Washington D.C. in early October. Managing Director, Andy Buxton attended the exhibition and was on hand to demonstrate the Sleepbreeze and discuss it's numerous benefits...

STAR-TIDES autumn exhibition at Fort Leslie J. McNair in Washington D.C. in early October. Managing Director, Andy Buxton attended the exhibition and was on hand to demonstrate the Sleepbreeze and discuss it's numerous benefits to a variety of distinguished visitors from the US Military and NGOs. There was universal praise for the Sleepbreeze and serious enquiries which are being followed up. The Sleepbreeze's small size, low weight, effectiveness and energy efficiency were all admired. STAR-TIDES is about getting people with solutions in front of those people with problems. It is not about delivering "Meals Ready to Eat" (MREs) to disaster victims. There are many established and effective organisations doing this already. "STAR-TIDES is all about offering appropriate, affordable technical solutions to problems faced by populations in disaster zones. These include, solar power generation, water purificaition, solar cookers, shelters, waste treatment, communications, lighting, heating and cooling.", said Andy. "The Sleepbreeze offers the best cooling solution for those situations where resources such as energy and water are at a premium." The STAR-TIDES team presented a number of scenarios, ranging from individual family unit size up to large encampments, demonstrating different technologies for each. Different geographical zones were also considered, including Continental US, Africa and Afghanistan. Many of the team are actively involved with relief efforts in these areas. "We're proud to be involved in this effort and to support STAR-TIDES as it develops and matures.", concluded Andy. ---- ends ---- ]]> tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2008:/news//1.113 2008-10-17T17:14:02Z 2008-10-17T17:22:19Z

We've brought our shipping costs down and we're passing it all on! For our US-based customers we've brought the the shipping cost for single and multiple purchases down dramatically. And dare we say it? With the US$ now 15% stronger...

Sleepbreeze shop for prices. Thanks as ever for your custom! Andy ]]> tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2008:/news//1.112 2008-09-23T09:10:42Z 2008-09-23T10:13:03Z

--- For immediate release --- Sleepbreeze - best known for its innovative low-power, "go anywhere" cooling product - has selected Tactical Gear Command as its distributor in the United States for military and government sales. Tactical Gear Command has an...

Sales@TacticalGearCommand.com www.tacticalgearcommand.com Notes to Editors Sleepbreeze was founded in 2005 by Andy & Jill Buxton. Andy was previously the UK's military expert on microclimate cooling for soldiers and pilots. The company is based in Alton, Hampshire and are finalists in the 2008 Sustainable Business Awards for Hampshire & the Isle of Wight. Huntsville-based Tactical Gear Command has one of the largest selections of tactical gear anywhere and supply only new production military and law enforcement equipment. Tactical Gear Command has been selected time and again to supply gear to some of the most prestigious military, medical and and law enforcement organizations in the world. ENDS]]> tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2008:/news//1.111 2008-09-10T19:40:43Z 2008-09-10T19:55:17Z

We are delighted to have been asked to become a corporate sponsor of Hampshire Wildlife Trust. Commenting on the sponsorship Andy Buxton, MD of Sleepbreeze said: "We live and work within the county and have the pleasure of seeing a...

We are delighted to have been asked to become a corporate sponsor of Hampshire Wildlife Trust. Commenting on the sponsorship Andy Buxton, MD of Sleepbreeze said: "We live and work within the county and have the pleasure of seeing a vast amount of wildlife each day. It is very fitting that we invest some of our profits into help conserve this wildlife for future generations." tag:www.sleepbreeze.co.uk,2008:/news//1.100 2008-07-15T14:14:08Z 2008-07-15T14:23:44Z

We are delighted to have made a Sleepbreeze personal cooler available as a raffle prize for the "greening of Bentley" stall at the upcoming Bentley village fete. Commenting on the various local "greening" campaigns, Andy Buxton, Managing Director of Sleepbreeze...

Bentley village fete. Commenting on the various local "greening" campaigns, Andy Buxton, Managing Director of Sleepbreeze Ltd said: "A little known fact is how much energy is wasted in the use of traditional desk, pedestal and tower fans. Up to 60% of the energy consumed by these products ends up as waste heat. Somewhat ironic, since the idea of a desk fan is to cool the room, not add heat into it!" Andy went on to say that the Sleepbreeze personal cooler gets you cool, but uses only 4 watts. Desk fans use anything from 60 watts upwards. Surely a boon for anyone wanting to stay cool but who is conscious of their CO2 footprint. Or their electricity bill, for that matter. So, "Roll up, roll up" to enter the prize draw! Good luck to all and have a great day at the fete. Saturday, 19th of July. Bentley recreation ground. ]]>