Addressing the most current issues through its seminar programme, as well as offering the chance to meet experts in energy procurement, management and efficiency via its exhibition, The Energy Event 2009 drew the crowds to The National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham, on September 9th and 10th.
Here, we carry a review of exhibition news and details of some of the significant products and services on show. While the exhibition area of The Energy Event played host to the biggest names in energy generation, energy procurement and energy management technology and service providers, the conference and seminar programme —broken into two distinct streams — also caught the eye.
Firstly, the stream delivered by the trade organisations ESTA (Energy Services and Technology Association), MEUC (Major Energy Users Council), Envirowise and CIBSE (Chartered Institute of Building Service Engineers) looked at the latest legislation as well as practical information on areas of ongoing concern such as lighting; drives and controls and compressed air. Secondly, the Energy Insight conference brought together leading experts and commentators in the fields of economics, climate change, energy policy and security, the nuclear industry, demand management and carbon reduction.
Cap and Trade
Featuring prominently on the seminar agenda of ESTA, was the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC), a ‘cap and trade’ scheme that requires participants to purchase and then redeem certificates against their energy use. The CRC scheme, which begins in April 2010, will apply to larger energy end users such as supermarkets, hotel chains, banks and other multi-site businesses, central government and large local authorities, and affecting those that have half-hourly metered electricity consumption greater than 6000MWh per year. This roughly equates to an electricity bill above £500,000, although it would apply to emissions from direct energy use as well as electricity purchased. Although revenue neutral to the Exchequer, the CRC will have cash flow implications and it has been estimated that an energy saving of five per cent will be needed to cover the average cost of administration within an organisation. Central to the CRC implementation is a league table that will be used to reward those that perform well while penalising those that do not.
As well as focusing on new legislation, ESTA also covered the fundamentals of energy management on both days of the event as, with new people coming into the industry or with people being given new responsibilities involving energy there is always a need to cover the basics. Here areas of energy management such as site energy policy; completing a site energy assessment and implementing energy cost reduction programmes were covered. www.esta.org.uk
Shock and Awe
Alongside this programme, Energy Insight is aimed at directors and those at board level for whom energy falls within their remit. The conference’s theme was: Shock and Awe in the corporate economy. The Bank of England remains uncertain about when and at what pace the economy will recover: can UK plc adapt to the new world in time to meet its 2020 emissions targets?
Metering, control and micro-generation
A new micro wind turbine package, a range of MID certified energy meters and a management and control system for photovoltaic systems were highlights from the Carlo Gavazzi portfolio.
CG's Mistral consists of a 3kW wind turbine, braking control unit and inverter and enables users to generate electricity for the home or office, and feed surplus energy into the public grid. Power is generated by a horizontal axis wind turbine (HAWT), which offers high efficiency with a low level of audible noise.
For the efficient running of PV plants to help meet the growing demand for green energy, the Eos-Array is a versatile modular controller which enables small to medium or high-power photovoltaic (PV) plants to meet the growing demands for clean sources of energy by maintaining efficient operation, maximising performance and strengthening the Return on Investment. It is easy to install and configure and comprises individual modular elements that, when interacting with one another, provide a complete and independent control solution that gathers accurate and dependable data to ensure effective information management. It can be scaled up or down according to requirements and budgets.
Carlo Gavazzi’s MID-certified family of energy meters ranges from an ultra-compact DIN-rail mounted single-phase 32A energy meter, up to three-phase 65A energy analysers offering built-in hot/cold water, gas and remote heating measurements and load monitoring. The EM11-DIN is a compact 1DIN module that adds MID-certified power measurement and control functions to active energy metering. A single-phase energy analyser with built-in configuration push-button and LCD data display, it provides both active and reactive energy metering, together with cost allocation functions.
Also certified is the world’s first compact three-phase energy meter to boast a patented multi-application detachable display and dual mounting technology. The EM21-72D can be used either as a basic energy meter or multifunction meter and brings both simplicity and compactness to building management systems and cost-allocation applications.
Top-of-the-range is the EM26-96 1-2-3 Phase energy analysers with built-in configuration joystick and LCD data display. A comprehensive range of system and single-phase variable measurements is provided along with utility metering (energy, hot/cold water, gas, remote heating), and load monitoring with harmonic analysis up to the 15th harmonic. www.carlogavazzi.co.uk
Heat pump update
Space Air highlighted the practical, environmental, energy-saving and efficiency benefits that the Daikin product range offers, with many heat pump systems achieving class A energy rated COPs. Advice will be available on the options and incentives available to enable compliance with the provisions of EU Directive 2037:2000, which bans the use of virgin HCFCs (R22 refrigerant) in aircon and heat pump equipment from the end of this year.
Daikin's product development and innovation has taken another leap forward with the latest air-cooled inverter heat pump (255kW - 385k), suitable for commercial and industrial applications for heating/cooling and/or hot water in temperatures as low as -12degC. It offers maximum running and energy cost savings and substantially reduces CO2 emissions, providing an alternative to fossil fuel combustion-based boilers. www.spaceair.co.uk
Driving down costs and consumption
Organisations have never been under greater legislative and economic pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in tandem with costs, says sustainable power group ENER-G, whose new solutions on show at the Energy Event include gas absorption heat pumps (GAHP), advanced low carbon lighting and the latest in combined heat and power.
ENER-G says its new GAHP technology can deliver energy consumption reductions of up to 50 per cent and exemption from the climate change levy. Legislative benefits include cost savings relating to the new Carbon Reduction Commitment and improved Building Energy Certificate ratings, while operational advantages include security of energy supply through reduced dependency on electricity, low maintenance levels, easy installation and heating and cooling provided by a single unit.
Meanwhile, new smart HID ballast lighting systems from ENER-G can deliver significant cost and operational efficiencies while creating greater environmental benefits than fluorescent lighting. The emergence of high-wattage electronic eHID ballast technology combines the best features of earlier systems, with full network intelligence and none of the limitations of fluorescent lamps, says ENER-G. This delivers energy savings of up to 60 per cent compared to standard HID lighting, while simplifying refurbishment, and minimising waste. HID lighting can be used in several applications such as factories, distribution warehouses, cold stores, and retail outlets. www.energ.co.uk
A 'Perfect' solution to power problems
Offering an 'all-in-one' solution to a number of common power supply problems, powerPerfector takes a totally different approach to auto-transfomers or variacs which, says the company, cannot match the reliability, versatility or savings of the powerPerfector's Voltage Optimisation technology, which requires no moving parts or electronics. Energy use and costs — and carbon emissions — are each said to be reduced by up to 20 per cent, while electrical and electronic equipment is protected from transients of up to 25,000V.
Two such powerPerfector units have been operating for the past six months in the London premises of Ofgem, the Ofoice of the gas and electricity markets, where Head of Building Services, Kim Pivett, comments: "From careful analysis of electricity consumption, it is clear that an average reduction in usage of 9.1 per cent has been achieved. This is equivalent to an annual CO2 saving of 165.7 tonnes. The savings in consumption and associated emissions are also going a long way towards helping us achieve our Sustainable Development Action Plan targets.
"We are also delighted with the ancillary benefits of powerPerfector, particularly the protection it provides from transients, the extension of equipment life due to reduced strain and reduced kVA demand charges. Quite apart from the physical positives we are very pleased with the professionalism shown by the powerPerfector team both before and after installation: their enthusiasm for the product, clear presentation of its benefits and full support during the installation itself was all gratefully received." www.powerPerfector.com
Why can't suppliers just supply?
Energy management consultancy Power Efficiency will be out to explain why and how it has become increasingly difficult for industrial and commercial energy consumers to obtain trade credit.
"In a way," says the company, "you can't blame the suppliers. We’re all operating in a ruthlessly credit-averse world. Some of the greatest names in commerce, retail and finance (plus other sectors) have vanished overnight; this has created an atmosphere of inordinate caution. Suppliers are sometimes making long-term contracts difficult and often demand deposits that cause financial strain to their customers."
Through the Energy Credit Action Group, Power Efficiency, is doing something about it. The group draws together major UK-based companies, energy suppliers, credit insurers, credit managers and credit-rating agencies to work on solutions to overcome this very serious problem. They manage and procure over £500m of gas and electricity contracts in the UK; provide a total service package for all aspects of carbon and energy management; and above all, specialise in saving you money and taking the strain out of your business.
"Hands-on and action-driven, we welcome the opportunity to meet with you and throw some light on how to keep the lights on." www.powerefficiency.co.uk
Carbon management
An example of the innovation that the Energy Event offers can be seen in a five-year agreement that has been reached between Carbon Clear, the carbon management company and the event organisers. Under the terms of the agreement, Carbon Clear will be the official carbon management and offset partner for the annual exhibition and conference, as well as being available during the course of the event to offer advice on differing applications.
Carbon Clear will measure and offset the carbon footprint of The Energy Event. This involves gathering information about the gas and electricity consumption, visitor travel, how the waste is handled etc. Carbon Clear will then offset the footprint using high quality carbon offsets. In 2008, The Energy Event generated 115.42 tonnes of CO2.
According to Cameron Wilson at Carbon Clear, one of the major ambitions of this partnership is to help to reduce the total carbon footprint of the event. “The most significant contributor to the carbon footprint last year was visitor travel," he said. "We have online information which will help educate the visitor about how they can reduce their overall effect in 2009.”
Alongside this online information, Carbon Clear will also be working with The Energy Event’s organisers, as part of their consultancy role, to help them implement initiatives which will reduce the total carbon emissions even further. www.carbon-clear.com
Maximum efficiency — minimum heat loss
On show from Stokvis Energy Systems will be an evacuated tube solar collector linked to boilers and plate heat exchangers which saves money by maximising the energy efficiency of heating systems, while minimising heat loss through radiation. Stokvis reports that independent laboratory tests prove that its Ecotube system produces more than 750kWh/m2 per year in direct heating mode and a 850kWh/m2 per year in pre-heat mode.
Company MD Ivan Thompson, reports a high level of interest from consultants, contractors and end users in the company’s solar thermal system for commercial applications. He says: “Since the launch last year we have had hundreds of enquiries and we have orders for new installations in both the commercial and public sectors. The fact is that even in our northern climate, solar power is a very viable option — on a sunny day much of the UK experiences levels of solar energy equal to 60 per cent of those at the equator!”
Stokvis will also show its new ‘C’ Series of Econoplate Plate Heat Exchangers — specifically designed to operate at lower flow and return temperatures and to marry with fully condensing boiler operation — and the Econoflame R6000, a condensing, ultra low NOx premix commercial boiler available in seven models with outputs from 142 to 539kW. www.stokvisboilers.com
One-to-one sessions
One-to-one breakout sessions on a range of energy-related topics are being offered to show visitors by risk management company Encore International, a key sponsor of The Energy Event. These sessions are designed to complement the the show's seminar programme by providing an environment where specific themes can be developed in a one-to-one format. Topics will include:
Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) — Establish where you are with the CRC, what your likely exposure is and discuss ways to develop methodologies, processes and best practice.
Energy Risk Management — Your specific risk management questions answered: how to structure a risk management solution within your organization; how will your organization ensure it never again has to face the extreme risk and high market prices experienced last year?
Credit: The New Energy Procurement Challenge — It is estimated that eight out of ten energy tenders suffers from problems with suppliers securing credit insurance. In a step change that is set to revolutionize the way your organization procures energy, it's time your organisation regained control of this part of your procurement process.
Renewable Project Investment — Last year, renewable energy investments currently have over a 20 per cent IRR and less than a four-year simple payback: this year the economics look decidedly worse. Your organisation is entering into sub-optimal capital investments and rejecting good projects you need to change the way you think about this process. This is the single most value adding opportunity you could do for your portfolio this year — examine the opportunities in the context of your specific situation.
Other topics up for discussion include Softs Risk Management and Cost Reduction; Diesel/Fuel Oil Risk Management; Water Cost Reduction; and Metals Risk Management and Cost Reduction. www.encore-international.net
Managing compressed air costs
Rotary vane compressor manufacturer Mattei will be raising awareness of its range of energy-efficient compressors and providing advice on managing the energy costs associated with compressed air.
Mattei products include the Optima variable speed drive range, which regulates the compressor’s output to the load profile required to bring significant energy savings of typically 30 per cent or more of the annual operating costs when compared to a fixed speed compressor trying to serve a variable air demand. Meanwhile, the Maxima range, says Mattei, is the most energy-efficient single-stage compressor available — offering motor sizes from 30 to 160kW and outputs up to 31.8m³/min (1124cfm), it is specifically designed to meet the needs of installations where compressed air demand is constant and energy efficiency is paramount.
At the show, Mattei will also be promoting a variety of standalone compressed air management solutions, which include a leakage detection programme to identify costly leaks in pipework and a leak repair service. The company will also highlight the benefits of its heat recovery kits, which recycle the energy dissipated as heat in the compressed air process to heat water for sanitary or process uses.
“Energy management is definitely becoming much more of a concern for businesses that are aware of the potential to make cost savings by lowering their energy consumption," said Mattei general manager Andy Jones. "The Energy Event is a great opportunity to bring together the range of solutions available. We want to highlight that looking closely at the efficiency of a compressed air system can bring cost savings and lower carbon footprints. Just because a machine has been working reliably for years, doesn’t mean it is operating at its maximum efficiency.” www.mattei.co.uk
Software modules to aid energy management
Optima Energy Management is to launch three major software releases at The Energy Event. The first of these is the next-generation Optima Software package, offering key enhancements which accommodate different languages, currencies and time zones to enable pan-European and US operational flexibility. In addition there are two new modules — Optima Carbon Footprint allows users to monitor and target carbon emission reductions, while Optima Document Management has been developed to support effective administration of knowledge within businesses.
“We are expanding rapidly into the EU and the US markets, and it is therefore appropriate that The Energy Event ’09 is the launch-pad for our new cutting-edge energy management solutions for energy users across a range of industries, energy bureaus and consultants," says Optima MD Steve Wright.
Optima sees the largest single opportunity for cost-effective carbon emission reduction is through increasing energy efficiency in buildings, which consume over 40 per cent of the UK's energy — half of which is generated by commercial buildings. The new Carbon Footprint software module can provide organisations with the capability to evaluate all their greenhouse gas emissions and generate full reporting for the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) and the environmental standards.
Meanwhile, incorporating Optima Document Management software into any organisation can have many benefits, such as reducing time to complete processes; immediate availability of meaningful information; redeploying staff more effectively on other matters; enhanced flow, accessibility and transparency of information and documents between personnel, suppliers and customers; security and document confidentiality and improved compliance with government regulations and auditing. Furthermore, Document Management can improve financial operations through centrally managed accounts, easy and rapid access to accounting documents and improved credit control. www.optimaenergy.net
A transformation for old-style lighting tubes
Energys brings to The Energy Event its new QED (Quad Energy-saving Depopulation) Retrofit Conversion, which transforms modular 2ft (600x600mm) luminaires to two tube T5 operation. The company has already helped a wide range of organisations to make the switch to energy-efficient lighting with the use of its retrofit e-ballast, ‘Save It Easy’, which allows new-generation lamps to be used with the existing light fittings. Now, QED Retrofit Conversion provides a wholly new retrofit option for the old-style quadruple T8 tubes that are common in public and private-sector buildings.
Installation of new-generation triphosphor lighting, using QED, delivers energy savings in excess of 50 per cent, says Energys, and on switchstart fittings can be carried out by non-specialist fitters without the need for any re-wiring. Lumen output of conventional halophosphate tubes declines by some 30–35 per cent over 10,000 to 12,000 hours, whereas quality T5 triphosphor tubes maintain 95 per cent lumen output for over 20,000 hours. QED retrofit exploits the combined higher lumen output and non-fade qualities of T5 triphosphor lamps in order to halve the number of tubes needed. www.saveiteasy.co.uk
Lighting management hits the heights
Ex-Or LightSpot controls automatically detect the presence of occupants and monitor levels of daylight to automatically switch lights on when needed, and off when they are not. With the new Hi-Bay LightSpot, PIR technology can — for the first time, says Ex-Or — be reliably and effectively deployed in warehouses at a height of up to 12m. Hi-Bay LightSpot offers a full suite of programmable features which can be set from ground level using a hand-held infrared programmer.
In another first, claims Ex-Or, the Multi-Function LightSpot offers a choice of four programmable functions in one unit. Not only can this PIR presence detector be used to control lighting and washroom functions but it can alternatively be set to control the air conditioning or carry out emergency testing.
Significant savings can be made on air conditioning costs by switching according to need along with the lights. Unlike the lighting, however, air conditioning does not always need to be activated immediately; an adjustable hold-off timer avoids setting off the air conditioning if someone visits the area only briefly. In its other mode, the Multi-Function LightSpot allows emergency testing to be carried out without the expense of additional wiring. Emergency testing is initiated very simply using a hand-held infrared controller: a highly visible blue LED makes it easy to monitor.
For flexible, building-wide lighting control, the Ex-Or MLS Digital Managed Lighting System gathers information on occupancy and light levels to provide lighting tailored to the needs of occupants — and in conveniently configured work zones. Ex-Or's new programmable LCM offers full compatibility with the MLS System. It is said to take plug-in installation — with all its time and cost-saving advantages — to a new level. Because the intelligence is within the connection centre itself, it is supremely flexible: outputs can be combined via the software in any arrangement of dimming and switching configurations, without any hard-wiring choice needing to be made. www.ex-or.com
Reducing the carbon footprint
Energy management and efficiency specialists, t-mac Technologies is to showcase its carbon footprint reducing technology. The t-mac energy management system helps business to identify energy consumption of buildings, manage their carbon footprint and minimisie energy waste, via the Internet. Visitors will be able to test t-mac through an interactive touch-screen system. The technology showcases how the system works and demonstrates the array of custom-designed energy dashboards on offer.
Working via the internet, the t-mac system operates by gathering energy consumption information from utilities or sources of power such as lighting and air conditioning units. By monitoring and controlling the energy consumption and emissions from these devices businesses can develop a solution for minimising waste and reducing financial outgoings. Businesses can set criteria on the energy conditions of the chosen equipment via t-mac, for example optimum heating levels and lighting on/off times, to ensure that potential energy sapping devices stay within preset 'carbon friendly' ranges. www.t-mac.co.uk
Steam trap flexibility
Emerald steam trap sets from GEM have been specifically produced for repetitive load capacity applications where there is an extensive use of drip legs and trace heating systems used extensively in the chemical, petrochemical and pharmaceutical industries. The simplified Emerald is more flexible in orientation and fits all universal, ‘quick fit’, bolt on pipeline ‘connectors’. This obviates the need for pipework alterations and the costs associated in fitting of new traps — a particular problem in hazardous areas where production would need to be shut down for pipework modifications to be carried out.
Manufactured completely from corrosion-resistant stainless steel, the hardwearing GEM Emerald is equipped with an integral strainer manufactured from reinforced mesh. Guaranteed for ten years, the steam traps have been designed to withstand pressures up to100 bar (1450 psi) and have been hydraulically tested to 200 bar (2900 psi).
In addition, GEM will be exhibiting its full range of venturi steam traps and other products, which can provide companies with a fast payback in increased equipment reliability, water and energy savings of up to 55 per cent. GEM steam traps also improve product processing by enhancing the quality of steam and reducing equipment repairs, downtime and replacement costs. www.gemtrap.com
Check the small print...
Energy consultants EIC will be advising visitors to The Energy Event to check their energy contracts as two recession-led trends emerge. Tighter credit controls are being used by energy suppliers to assess the financial stability of customers, and a clause known as 'Take or Pay' is being enforced by energy suppliers to compensate for the reduced demand seen as a consequence of the economic downturn.
In the current recession credit ratings are being more closely monitored than ever before, says EIC. So it is important for companies to be aware that suppliers may now undertake a series of checks in the run up to contract renewals. In fact, adds EIC, some suppliers now consider entire sectors high risk — such as the automotive industry — which automatically lowers an organisation’s credit score. In extreme circumstances a low credit rating may result in a supplier terminating the contract.
For businesses experiencing financial difficulty, EIC can negotiate with a supplier to help ease the situation. For example, a signed guarantee from a parent company or a security deposit equivalent to between two and three months of supply revenue may offer an acceptable solution. Suppliers may also be amenable to weekly rather than monthly payments, enabling them to identify payment problems more quickly.
Take or Pay, meanwhile, is a previously overlooked clause found in the terms and conditions of some energy supply contracts and serves to secure a commitment to an annual minimum/maximum consumption level, typically 80 to 120 per cent of anticipated demand. Essentially, this means that companies experiencing a significant drop in gas consumption during the term of their agreement may still be charged for the volume agreed in their contract, even if it has not been used. www.eic.co.uk
A transformation to save power
Traditional distribution transformers are contributing to important energy losses across diverse distribution networks, says transformer specialist Wilson Power Solutions. Why is this? No-Load losses are present in the transformers even when they are under no-load conditions: in addition, the load factor is very low UK-wide. Put together up to three per cent of all electrical power generated is wasted through transformer losses worldwide.
Most of today’s transformers have a core of CRGO steel. But, says Wilson, when this is replaced by amorphous metal, the core loss of the transformer is reduced by as much as 75 per cent.
Two types of energy losses are inherent in the running of distribution transformers: load losses (copper losses) that vary depending on transformer loading, and no load losses (iron losses) that occur in the magnetic cores and take place over the life of the transformer regardless of the load. Wilson E2 transformers combine amorphous metal cores with low current density copper conductors to provide significant savings in both core and copper losses.
Build to IEC76/BSEN60076 standard, the Wilson E2 units are interchangeable with most existing installations, have flange heights to EA35-1, and are Midel or oil-filled. www.wilsonpowersolutions.co.uk
Switch onto savings
Designed for saving energy in stairwells, store rooms, student accommodation, smoking shelters and many other public spaces, DANLERS time lag switches work like a normal switch, turning the load on when the button is pressed. However, the load is automatically turned off after a time period has elapsed, saving energy by ensuring lighting, or other loads, are not left on unnecessarily.
DANLERS will have on show a range of both indoor and outdoor time lag switches, in addition to PIR occupancy switches (illustrated), HVAC controls and daylight-linked dimmers. www.danlers.co.uk
Extending the scope of infrared
FLIR's focus is 'added value infrared'. Its latest generation B-Series infrared cameras come with a range of new features providing easy access to new applications. And these hardware developments are complemented by the brand new Reporter Building software that allows energy savings to be quantified in a professional report. Reporter Building is a plug-in module for the established Reporter software. It enables the user to add a wide variety of information such as energy costs, temperature and humidity data from third party equipment and process this to quantify energy loss per square metre. The module comes with pre-configured templates for the production of standard air tightness test, energy declaration analysis and energy loss reports.
Panorama image building is one of its new features. An on-screen grid allows a series of consecutive shots to be collated into a single image. What makes this so clever, however, is that every pixel on the image is transferred with its own radiometric data. So now, large buildings and complex structures can be analysed as a single entity rather than from multiple images. Panorama is also superior to using a wide angle lens that can lose definition as it increases the field of view. www.flirthermography.co.uk
Take control of boiler dry cycling
Many boilers used for space heating and hot water undergo ‘dry cycling’ — where they fire to compensate for standing heat losses from the boiler without actively contributing to the building’s heating and hot water demand. And this can occur even when a BMS or BEMS is in place.
Sabien Technology’s M2G intelligent boiler load optimiser can recognise and identify dry cycling by monitoring the boiler’s thermal response to changing loads every ten seconds. Two digital temperature probes measure and monitor the boiler flow and return temperatures. The onboard software calculates the temperature gradient over time and determines when the boiler should fire for true building/heating demand and when it should remove/inhibit unnecessary boiler firing and energy consumption.
Crucially, the M2G — which can be quickly retrofitted to the majority of low or medium-temperature boilers — also ensures the boiler’s designed set point is met, therefore preventing any impact of the building’s ambient temperature and avoiding any additional servicing and maintenance requirements. As such, the M2G is very different from simple timed delay devices that attempt to overcome dry cycling by delaying firing for a pre-set time after the system calls for heat, irrespective of whether the call for heat reflects a genuine requirement for heat in the building. www.sabien-tech.co.uk
Data logging options
Enercom is to expand its range of data loggers with two new additions to the Multilog family. The G3t is due for release in the spring and the G4 is planned for release later in 2009. Multilog is proven technology in understanding and evaluating energy use within a commercial building. Enercom aM&T technology provides day plus one consumption profiles demonstrating where energy is being used and where wastage can be minimised.
With the release of the G3t the Multilog aM&T systems will now have the added advantage of a remote temperature data collection feature, giving the system the additional function of being able to record real time external or internal temperature. The new G4 will have smart meter capabilities but contain G3 technology and will have additional multi utility meter inputs. www.enercom.co.uk
More for air handling
Among a selection of energy saving products for air conditioning and humidification, Walter Meier (Climate UK) is introducing the Wolf range of air handling units. The 16 sizes cover the range from 2100 to 100,000cu.m/hr and combine high performance with low energy consumption.
Products from the high-efficiency Hitachi and Blue Box air conditioning ranges will also be on show, alongside humidifiers from Walter Meier's Condair and Defensor brands. Visitors will also be able to learn more about the latest air conditioning regulations — refrigerant phase-out, F-Gas and TM44 — and how WM's service and maintenance division can help to ensure compliance. www.waltermeier.com
A forum for energy awareness
Although it is possible to automate various processes within an organisation, the costs in doing so can prove prohibitive in many cases, therefore a great reliance is still placed on staff to ensure best practice housekeeping is both identified and maintained. Many companies now have a supply chain requirement to ensure their products or services comply with best practice energy management techniques either through ISO14001 agreements or published Carbon Footprints.
However, there are a growing number of UK businesses who are providing their staff with both the skills and knowledge relating to energy use purely to reap the positive financial benefits and improve overall profitability — one of the biggest wins in improving a workforce's understanding is that the savings are quickly realised and sustainable with well trained staff being able to manage their own individual energy use.
The Utility Forum at The Energy Event offers visitors the opportunity to arrange a consultation and discuss training possibilities in detail. In many cases, the Forum’s long-standing accreditation with the Carbon Trust allows for training programmes to be customised free of charge. This allows training programmes to be developed for presentation to either line staff, section leaders or top level management with no capital expenditure or consultant costs. All training programmes are structured direct to a company’s individual energy usage profile to provide a fully bespoke and required solution.
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