Keep Your Customers Cool This Summer with an Air Conditioning Station

The sun is finally shining, bringing longer days, rising temperatures, and a welcome taste of summer. But whilst the warmer weather is great news for driving conditions, it also means one thing for garages: increased demand for air conditioning servicing.

As vehicles begin to heat up, customers will quickly notice when their air conditioning isn’t performing as it should. Whether it’s weak airflow, warm air, or a system in need of a refill, demand for air conditioning servicing always spikes during the summer months.

A huge motivating factor in ensuring a vehicle's air conditioning system is functioning correctly lies with fuel consumption, something already at the forefront of customers' minds due to volatile fuel prices. Whilst an air conditioning system can increase fuel consumption by 10%, this is still a better alternative to driving at high speeds with the windows down, which can use up to 20% additional fuel. Therefore, ensuring a vehicle's air conditioning is maintained and running efficiently is key to keeping vehicles economical, as well as safe and comfortable in the warmer months.

The importance of air conditioning servicing is evolving, particularly with the rise of electric vehicles. In petrol and diesel vehicles, a poorly performing system may simply result in reduced cooling. In electric vehicles, however, air conditioning plays a far more critical role. A system that is not properly charged or maintained can directly impact driving range, charging efficiency, and even battery health.

This shift presents a valuable opportunity for workshops to reposition air conditioning servicing as an all-year-round offering, rather than a purely seasonal service. With EV systems working harder throughout the year to regulate battery temperature, regular maintenance becomes essential regardless of the weather.

Now is the ideal time to prepare for the summer. Investing in the right equipment before the seasonal rush will not only ensure you’re ready to meet demand but will also position your garage as a go-to place for fast, reliable air conditioning servicing. By investing early, you can begin booking customers in before the summer heat takes over, maximising efficiency, and taking full advantage of this high-demand period.

How Texa's Air Conditioning Stations can help

Designed as a complete workshop solution, the Texa air conditioning stations are our first choice for garages looking for an air conditioning unit. They enable you to offer professional air conditioning servicing with ease.

Whether you work with vehicles that need R134a or R1234yf refrigerants, Texa has you covered with the right air conditioning stations to suit the vehicles you service. Or if you’re looking to service all vehicles, Texa now offers the 780 TOUCH BI-GAS, with dual tanks and fully separate circuits for recovery, recycling, and recharging. This top-of-the-range unit allows technicians to easily alternate between different refrigerants without the risk of cross-contamination.

At Straightset, we know efficiency is at the heart of every workshop's operations; that’s why we back products that offer simplicity. Texa bi-gas air conditioning stations come with several automated features that keep operations straightforward. These not only save valuable workshop time but also ensure every job meets a high-quality standard.

Beyond their core functionality, Texa’s air conditioning units are packed with advanced features designed to enhance performance and reliability. Most units include:

• Charging accuracy +/- 15 g
• Automatic service hose length compensation
• High efficiency refrigerant recovery (over 95%)
• A refrigerant weight accuracy check system, ensuring dependable results every time
• A scale locking and unlocking device for precise measurements
• Automatic management of non-condensable gases
• Automatic oil bottle recognition and airtight oil bottles to preserve oil quality
• Remote assistance
• An automatic cleaning system for all hydraulic ducts, helping maintain long-term efficiency and reducing maintenance requirements
• Simple and intuitive operating systems

With these capabilities, your garage will be able to confidently provide a full air conditioning service, supporting everything from traditional vehicles to modern EVs, whilst keeping your customers cool and comfortable all year round.

Summer is one of the busiest times of year for air conditioning work, and preparation is key. By investing now, your workshop will be ready to handle increased demand, improve workflow efficiency, and boost revenue opportunities.

Explore the air conditioning stations available through Straightset or contact our friendly sales team for advice and a quote.