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Lower pumping costs in the canReducing maintenance costs and cutting energy bills has always been high on the agenda for most manufacturers. Where pumps are operating 24/7, this cost-saving ‘focus’ is especially important and, when investigated and acted upon, can result in significant savings, says pump specialist Michael Smith Engineers
Energy savings from pumping packageSeeking to improve the energy efficiency of pumping equipment at its Purton pumping station, Bristol Water turned to ABB for a turnkey solution, upgrading the pump and power train
Gas-fired heaters show savings over steam boilersTwo large steam boilers at circlip manufacturer Cirteq have been replaced by an energy-saving system provided by CoSaf Environments, with partial funding from the Carbon Trust
Solar tracking system knows all the anglesPhotovoltaic systems provider Conergy is using igus plastic bearings in a new solar tracking system
Leak survey brings savings in compressed air useA survey of the compressed air installation at a major food manufacturer has led to significant cost savings
Ventilation helps build a greener car showroomPassivent natural ventilation is helping car showroom design to realise the dream of reducing carbon footprint, whilst simultaneously achieving a much reduced energy demand
Mega energy savings at GatwickA change in lighting units has brought lower energy bills to Gatwick Airport
Driving down the cost of compressor operationFitting a variable speed drive controller has helped cut £14,000 a year from the cost of operating a 90kW rotary compressor
Fuel system cuts emissions and costsBy installing a Maxsys boiler fuel system, global chemical manufacturer Dow has reduced CO2 emissions at its Norfolk plant -- and cut its annual fuel consumption by over five per cent
Going green pays off for toymakerBenefits of going green have added up for family-owned educational toy and furniture maker Twoey Toys, which has boosted its environmental performance to save cash and raise both productivity and sales
Heat loss survey brings energy savingsEnergy savings estimated at over £60,000 have been made at a UK tyre plant following an energy and heat loss survey
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