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About Rapid Energy (South East Depot)
At Rapid Energy, we specialise in providing fast, dependable, and expertly engineered temporary temperature control solutions for commercial and industrial environments.
Whether it’s a planned shutdown, an unexpected HVAC failure, or the need for additional capacity during peak seasons, our mission is simple: keep your operations running smoothly with zero compromise on temperature control.
We understand that temperature-related downtime isn’t just a technical inconvenience - it’s a direct threat to productivity, safety, and reputation. That’s why our clients trust us in critical moments. From emergency heating and cooling, to scalable, site-specific climate solutions, we bring the expertise, equipment, and urgency that businesses rely on when failure is not an option.
Our services include boiler hire, heater hire, portable cooling hire, and air conditioning hire, ensuring you have access to the right solution, exactly when you need it.
Our process is simple, effective, and designed to deliver peace of mind:
1. Contact our team or schedule a consultation
2. We assess your site’s specific needs and develop a tailored solution
3. We install and maintain the system to keep your operations steady and stress-free
Our reputation is built on responsiveness, reliability, and results. From global manufacturers to essential service providers, we’ve delivered temperature control solutions across a wide range of industries - including healthcare, food production, logistics, construction, and more.
Backed by industry accreditations, case studies, testimonials, and a commitment to excellence, Rapid Energy is the trusted partner when maintaining operational continuity is critical.
Let us help you move from operational jeopardy to operational confidence - with temperature control that works when it matters most.
Rapid Energy (South East Depot).
5
out of 5
based on 18 ratings.
Reviews & Testimonials for Rapid Energy (South East Depot)

The whole hire service from start to finish was excellent - Shanna, was very helpful in sourcing me the correct equipment I needed and the communication from start to finish was top notch!
December 18, 2025
Testimonial by
Stephen Logan
Testimonial by
Stephen Logan

We had an excellent experience with Rapid Energy. Their team was prompt, professional, and incredibly efficient from start to finish. They had to supply and install various temporary cooling units and condensers within a live data center environment which was a challenging task however, their attention to detail and customer care truly stood out. I highly recommend Rapid Energy to anyone looking for a reliable and high-quality service.
May 12, 2025
Testimonial by
Eric Watt
Testimonial by
Eric Watt

David from rapid was extremely helpful and knowledgeable and was quick to come to site and give us a quote. could not recommend their services enough. everything was explained thoroughly and with great detail. we also received a breakdown of the quote which helps.
March 11, 2025
Testimonial by
Deklam McAuley
Testimonial by
Deklam McAuley

Great customer service from Hannah, very helpful.
February 07, 2025
Testimonial by
Andy Robertson
Testimonial by
Andy Robertson

very helpful ,quick to respond took care of the full requirements monitored the installation throughout for piece of mind surveyed , delivered , monitored, maintained and removed from site with efficiency and no fuss.
January 28, 2025
Testimonial by
Briggs & Forrester
Testimonial by
Briggs & Forrester

very quick and easy to deal with, really helpful and you have a designated contact to be able to help you out with whatever you need
October 23, 2024
Testimonial by
Sarah Billings
Testimonial by
Sarah Billings

Friendly and professional service and the cooling units we hired were just what we needed for our events. Thanks!
October 17, 2024
Testimonial by
Alex Bleakley
Testimonial by
Alex Bleakley

Rapid Energy's team have been very communicative from start to finish. They have a first class solution backed up with a first class team, led by Vic, her attention to detail was perfect.
October 16, 2024
Testimonial by
Steve Bayliss
Testimonial by
Steve Bayliss

Comprehensive site survey to assess the issue. Quick response to the many changes we have requested. AC units onsite within 2 working days from approval. Hassle free commissioning and decommissioning day. Overall great service, thank you
July 08, 2024
Testimonial by
Gianluca Tettamanzi
Testimonial by
Gianluca Tettamanzi

The service Rapid Energy provided was 5 star. We needed to hire some temporary heaters to assist us with the clients needs. The units were delivered in very good time and the team were very helpful to ensure all was in order.
June 24, 2024
Testimonial by
Nick Mills
Testimonial by
Nick Mills

When our incumbent boilers kept failing we called Rapid Energy to provide a long term rental solution. The installation was first rate and the on-going service package has given us complete peace of mind for the future operation of our heating and hot water system. I would highly recommend this company
July 13, 2023
Testimonial by
Jack Pemberton
Testimonial by
Jack Pemberton

Rapid Energy did everything they said they would. They're really helpful and easy to talk to, and the engineer Joe couldn't have done more for us. Joe was always easy to contact and really helpful with any questions we had, and a pleasure to do business with. Thanks Joe and thanks Rapid Energy!
April 28, 2023
Testimonial by
Richard McCall
Testimonial by
Richard McCall

We have used Rapid Energy on several occasions now and we have always had a 1st class service from them. They are always friendly and helpful and I would highly recommend them and will definitely use them again in the future!!!!!
February 21, 2023
Testimonial by
Joanne Brown
Testimonial by
Joanne Brown

After cancelling our contract with ideal heat solutions due to safety issues including a near miss, which was due to old and dated and not fit for purpose equipment. We also experienced several leaks and a major flood. We then employed the services of Rapid energy services which were a delight to work with from start to finish, they provided a very professional and helpful service and went over and above to assist with our needs. They are also very knowledgeable regarding information within their industry. All plant and equipment were top quality.
October 27, 2022
Testimonial by
Darren Evans
Testimonial by
Darren Evans

Absolute pleasure to deal with, would highly recommend this company.
February 27, 2022
Testimonial by
James Brennan
Testimonial by
James Brennan

I met Jamie on site to put together a contingency plan (disaster recovery plan for a large Commercial boiler installation heating over 200 dwellings). I initially raised an eyebrow when Jamie told me they could have the temporary boiler insatlled and working within 24 hours......when the time came to implement the recovery plan they did in less than 12! Incredible service, well done Rapid Energy.
February 07, 2022
Testimonial by
Stuart Maclean
Testimonial by
Stuart Maclean

Really impressed. Rapid Energy responded to my query within 24 hours and I was able to meet a representative on site the next day. Delivery was arranged and the Engineer was onsite installing the temporary boiler that week. I was very impressed by the level of service and professionalism displayed. RAMS were submitted ahead of the work and I have since had follow up calls to ensure that everything is running smoothly.
November 18, 2021
Testimonial by
Jack Bayliss
Testimonial by
Jack Bayliss

Really happy with the quality of the equipment and the service we received. Jamie responded quickly to our requirements and delivered exactly what was agreed, which massively helped our project stay on schedule. Would highly recommend Rapid Energy and will definitely use them again in the future.
July 09, 2020
Testimonial by
Evolve Services Ltd
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Evolve Services Ltd
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Rapid Energy is a trusted partner for M&E contractors, offering efficient and reliable temporary heating and cooling solutions to keep projects on track. Here’s how we’ve helped our clients:
1. Emergency Response in Liverpool:
When a commercial project's domestic hot water heaters failed, we quickly deployed a 300kW Low NOx Boiler within 24 hours, providing over 5,000 litres of hot water per hour and ensuring no disruption to operations.
2. London Housing Development:
After an M&E client faced repeated failures with their temporary boiler, we stepped in with a 600kW system. Over five months, our solution provided reliable heating, helping the client meet their deadline and avoid further delays.
3. School Heating Upgrade in Kent:
For Homewood School, we supplied multiple temporary boiler systems across different blocks, ensuring continuous heating and hot water during a critical boiler replacement project with no disruption to the students or staff.
4. Car Manufacturing Plant:
At a high-end automotive plant, we installed 800kW IDF heaters to maintain warehouse temperatures during construction, ensuring compliance with regulations without affecting the workflow.
Why M&E Contractors Trust Us:
Rapid Energy is recognised for its speed, customised engineering solutions, stringent health and safety compliance, and dependable performance. We assist M&E contractors in staying on schedule with minimal disruption.
1. Emergency Response in Liverpool:
When a commercial project's domestic hot water heaters failed, we quickly deployed a 300kW Low NOx Boiler within 24 hours, providing over 5,000 litres of hot water per hour and ensuring no disruption to operations.
2. London Housing Development:
After an M&E client faced repeated failures with their temporary boiler, we stepped in with a 600kW system. Over five months, our solution provided reliable heating, helping the client meet their deadline and avoid further delays.
3. School Heating Upgrade in Kent:
For Homewood School, we supplied multiple temporary boiler systems across different blocks, ensuring continuous heating and hot water during a critical boiler replacement project with no disruption to the students or staff.
4. Car Manufacturing Plant:
At a high-end automotive plant, we installed 800kW IDF heaters to maintain warehouse temperatures during construction, ensuring compliance with regulations without affecting the workflow.
Why M&E Contractors Trust Us:
Rapid Energy is recognised for its speed, customised engineering solutions, stringent health and safety compliance, and dependable performance. We assist M&E contractors in staying on schedule with minimal disruption.
We’re excited to welcome Matt Stapley AMInstR as Rapid Energy’s new Technical Director. With over 30 years in the HVAC hire industry, Matt brings deep technical expertise, leadership, and a track record of innovation to the business.
His experience spans managing complex installations across Europe, leading technical support teams, driving R&D in energy-efficient systems, and ensuring compliance across product launches. He’s also a certified trainer, technical author, and holds multiple qualifications, including F-Gas, Gas Safe, and ILM Level 5 in Leadership & Management.
Based at our southern depot, Matt will lead technical strategy, support key projects, and enhance internal training. His appointment strengthens our commitment to delivering high-performance, reliable temporary HVAC solutions.
Welcome to the team, Matt!
His experience spans managing complex installations across Europe, leading technical support teams, driving R&D in energy-efficient systems, and ensuring compliance across product launches. He’s also a certified trainer, technical author, and holds multiple qualifications, including F-Gas, Gas Safe, and ILM Level 5 in Leadership & Management.
Based at our southern depot, Matt will lead technical strategy, support key projects, and enhance internal training. His appointment strengthens our commitment to delivering high-performance, reliable temporary HVAC solutions.
Welcome to the team, Matt!
Rapid Energy has expanded its hire fleet with the addition of two new chillers (120kW and 300kW) and a 120kW air-cooled heat pump. Designed for efficient, reliable operation, these units are ideal for both emergency cooling and planned projects across commercial and industrial sites.
Our New Equipment-
120kW Chiller Hire:
Delivering dependable cooling in a space-saving design, this 120kW unit is well-suited for medium-scale operations. It operates quietly and performs consistently, making it ideal for sectors like building systems, light manufacturing, and process cooling.
300kW Chiller for Hire:
Built to meet the demands of more intensive applications, this 300kW chiller combines robust performance with energy efficiency. It’s a versatile option for industries such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, and general manufacturing, maintaining reliable operation even in ambient conditions up to 35°C.
120kW Air-Cooled Heat Pump Hire:
This air-cooled 120kW heat pump offers both cooling and heating capabilities, providing year-round flexibility for commercial and industrial settings. Featuring environmentally conscious R-32 refrigerant and efficient DC inverter technology, it delivers strong performance with lower energy consumption.
Temporary Cooling Solutions-
Whether you need rapid deployment for an emergency or support for a planned project, our temporary chillers and heat pumps offer reliable, adaptable performance tailored to a variety of operational needs across multiple industries.
Our New Equipment-
120kW Chiller Hire:
Delivering dependable cooling in a space-saving design, this 120kW unit is well-suited for medium-scale operations. It operates quietly and performs consistently, making it ideal for sectors like building systems, light manufacturing, and process cooling.
300kW Chiller for Hire:
Built to meet the demands of more intensive applications, this 300kW chiller combines robust performance with energy efficiency. It’s a versatile option for industries such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, and general manufacturing, maintaining reliable operation even in ambient conditions up to 35°C.
120kW Air-Cooled Heat Pump Hire:
This air-cooled 120kW heat pump offers both cooling and heating capabilities, providing year-round flexibility for commercial and industrial settings. Featuring environmentally conscious R-32 refrigerant and efficient DC inverter technology, it delivers strong performance with lower energy consumption.
Temporary Cooling Solutions-
Whether you need rapid deployment for an emergency or support for a planned project, our temporary chillers and heat pumps offer reliable, adaptable performance tailored to a variety of operational needs across multiple industries.
Project Overview:
During planned maintenance at The Shard, a 95-story skyscraper and one of London’s most iconic landmarks, Rapid Energy was tasked with providing a temporary hot water solution. The building includes offices, luxury residences, a hotel, restaurants, and a public viewing platform. Maintaining a hot water supply was critical to avoid penalties and ensure uninterrupted service for its many occupants.
Challenges:
To carry out essential heating system maintenance, parts of the permanent system needed to be taken offline. However, continuous hot water was required, particularly for the hotel and residential units. Key challenges included:
- No access to external boiler space
- No available gas supply
- Need to operate over 40 floors
- Equipment had to be transported via internal lifts to the 29th floor
Our Solution:
Rapid Energy designed and installed a fully electric, high-capacity temporary hot water system, tailored to the constraints of a high-rise building:
- 9 x 36kW electric boilers - compact, silent, flue-free units
- 350kW plate heat exchanger with 2” manifold and 18 flow/return ports
- Secondary circulation pump to maintain consistent system performance
- Integration with Building Management System (BMS) for demand-driven heat staging
- Full electrical setup, including 25m of 185mm 4-core SWA cable and a 9-way panel board with 63A MCCBs
- Mechanical and electrical install completed within 7 days, including overnight works to minimise disruption
Outcome:
The temporary system operated flawlessly for two months, delivering hot water to over 40 floors without any service interruption. Rapid Energy’s fast response and technical expertise ensured the building’s operations, from hotels to offices, continued seamlessly during the maintenance period.
Key Takeaway:
This project demonstrates Rapid Energy’s ability to deliver complex, high-output temporary electric heating solutions in constrained, high-rise environments with zero disruption to end-users.
During planned maintenance at The Shard, a 95-story skyscraper and one of London’s most iconic landmarks, Rapid Energy was tasked with providing a temporary hot water solution. The building includes offices, luxury residences, a hotel, restaurants, and a public viewing platform. Maintaining a hot water supply was critical to avoid penalties and ensure uninterrupted service for its many occupants.
Challenges:
To carry out essential heating system maintenance, parts of the permanent system needed to be taken offline. However, continuous hot water was required, particularly for the hotel and residential units. Key challenges included:
- No access to external boiler space
- No available gas supply
- Need to operate over 40 floors
- Equipment had to be transported via internal lifts to the 29th floor
Our Solution:
Rapid Energy designed and installed a fully electric, high-capacity temporary hot water system, tailored to the constraints of a high-rise building:
- 9 x 36kW electric boilers - compact, silent, flue-free units
- 350kW plate heat exchanger with 2” manifold and 18 flow/return ports
- Secondary circulation pump to maintain consistent system performance
- Integration with Building Management System (BMS) for demand-driven heat staging
- Full electrical setup, including 25m of 185mm 4-core SWA cable and a 9-way panel board with 63A MCCBs
- Mechanical and electrical install completed within 7 days, including overnight works to minimise disruption
Outcome:
The temporary system operated flawlessly for two months, delivering hot water to over 40 floors without any service interruption. Rapid Energy’s fast response and technical expertise ensured the building’s operations, from hotels to offices, continued seamlessly during the maintenance period.
Key Takeaway:
This project demonstrates Rapid Energy’s ability to deliver complex, high-output temporary electric heating solutions in constrained, high-rise environments with zero disruption to end-users.
Rapid Energy was called to provide a 1.3MW temporary boiler to an FPSO vessel in the North Sea after its existing heating system failed, leaving the 70-room accommodation deck without sufficient heat. With the crew’s comfort and operational efficiency at stake, a fast, reliable solution was essential.
Despite challenges such as strict offshore safety regulations, weather delays, and logistical complexities, our engineers spent four days on board to ensure the installation was completed smoothly. The boiler was integrated with the vessel’s plate heat exchanger, and we used Extended Life Coolant to safeguard against freezing temperatures in the harsh offshore environment.
The team worked under tight time constraints to complete the installation and commissioning. The project was delivered without disrupting the FPSO’s other critical operations.
Key Outcomes:
- Restored reliable heating to the accommodation deck in extreme conditions
- Seamless integration with the FPSO’s heating system
- Engineers stayed on board for four days to oversee the installation
- Successful completion within a tight timeframe, ensuring minimal disruption
- Client satisfaction with the professionalism, flexibility, and efficiency of the team
This project demonstrates Rapid Energy’s expertise in providing tailored heating solutions in remote, high-risk environments, delivering reliability, safety, and operational continuity.
Despite challenges such as strict offshore safety regulations, weather delays, and logistical complexities, our engineers spent four days on board to ensure the installation was completed smoothly. The boiler was integrated with the vessel’s plate heat exchanger, and we used Extended Life Coolant to safeguard against freezing temperatures in the harsh offshore environment.
The team worked under tight time constraints to complete the installation and commissioning. The project was delivered without disrupting the FPSO’s other critical operations.
Key Outcomes:
- Restored reliable heating to the accommodation deck in extreme conditions
- Seamless integration with the FPSO’s heating system
- Engineers stayed on board for four days to oversee the installation
- Successful completion within a tight timeframe, ensuring minimal disruption
- Client satisfaction with the professionalism, flexibility, and efficiency of the team
This project demonstrates Rapid Energy’s expertise in providing tailored heating solutions in remote, high-risk environments, delivering reliability, safety, and operational continuity.