Anyone know the name of the Englishman who summited the world’s 14 highest mountains?

Ask us if we knew the answer to that question dealt with a killer blow by quizmaster Jason Perry during the last Team Penmann Quiz!

Well no, we didn’t but should have as the guy was also a Yorkshireman. A tough, resilient, determined and hugely motivated Yorkshireman! None of our Team got that answer correct. A historic fact that perhaps we should all know as we continue to live through our own historic event.

We wonder what the history books will have to say about it once it’s over and consigned to the annals of time?

In the meantime, we continue to ‘Quiz’ every week via Zoom with Team Penmann. Winner takes all and becomes the quizmaster the following week. Friday afternoon highlight on our Team calendar – Thursday this week as we will be quietly celebrating VE Day on Friday 8th.

How are you all involving your teams and promoting camaraderie during the crisis? Contact us if we can help in any way with any challenges in your food production units. Our advice is freely given during this time.

PS Answer to the first question in case you didn’t know: Alan Hinkes, OBE, completed all 14 Himalayan eight-thousanders (mountains above 8,000m in height), on 30 May 2005.

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Testimonials

We have worked with Penmann on projects across all our UK sites. Their attention to detail is evident throughout each project.

The phrase ‘Turnkey Solution’ is used extensively in projects, but never has it been better suited than for describing a project by Penmann.

Tom Mitson, Lantmännen Unibake

“This project was my first experience of working with Penmann and I found them to be extremely knowledgeable and flexible, particularly at design stage. The project delivery was very good with great attention to detail paid to the design, overseen by an exceptional project management team. The build quality was excellent. We would certainly use Penmann again on future projects”.

James Clayton, Engineering Services Manager, Hotel Chocolat

We found Penmann to have an excellent understanding not only of air conditioning and refrigeration but also of the production process and the logistics that surround it. All timescales were achieved and the systems are working well. I would have no hesitation in recommending Penmann to others.

David Underdown, Sales Director, Rachels Dairy

All installation work was performed on time and to a high standard. The installation team, ensured that they worked safely and that the safety of others around the working area was considered at all times.

Michael Clifford, Engineering Manager, Britvic Soft Drinks

Arla was pleased to engage the services of a locally based company on such a prestigious project. Penmann were able to work seamlessly with us to deliver a high quality product.

Tim Hutchinson, Project Manager, Arla Foods Stourton

We are very happy with the cooling tunnels designed and supplied by Penmann. All projects have been undertaken in an extremely efficient manner and have been delivered on time and on budget, and we have been particularly pleased with the performance of the tunnels.

Stephen Graves Factory Engineering Manager, Müller Dairy

The service you provide through Penmann is always thorough, thoughtful and designed for a duty and service level that reflects the demanding 24/7/364 days operation we run here, and we therefore always call you first when manufacturing problems need specialised and bespoke HVAC solutions.

Robin Wright, Projects Manager, Bakkavor Desserts Newark