Sustainability Today Issue 452

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Issue 452 January 2024 Tel: 0121 550 7510 www.sustainabilitytoday.co.uk

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Making the UK greener today See CRJ Services on Pages IV-V

X Refuse Vehicle Solutions

Redefining the waste management industry

XI Forest Carbon

Developer of UK nature-based projects

XV SpillAway Projects

Fleetklean: Your safe and effective clean-up option

Contents

Editor’s Comments

SUSTAINABILITY industrial recognition for its meticulous manufacturing of premiere compaction equipment.

It’s a new year, and we are back doing what we do best – highlighting and exploring the sustainability themes that matter to you.

No stranger to Sustainability Today, Pemo Pumps – a previous chosen Company of the Month were worthy winners of our coveted Company of the Year Award. We wish to extend our congratulations to the whole team for reaching the company’s 76th anniversary during 2023.

We are also delighted to feature Kadant PAAL as our Recycling Equipment Company of the Month for its tremendous efforts in helping to reduce waste pollution and the need for raw material production. In this feature, we explore the company’s range of balers and delve into why this leading powerhouse across the UK waste sector has such an illustrious

The 2023 Environmental Services & Solutions Expo was back alongside the RWM Resource & Waste Management Expo witnessing an unbelievable attendance record whilst exploring the commitment to advancing sustainability, focusing on key themes of net zero, the circular economy, and biodiversity.

On pages 10-11, our best exhibitors from this year’s RWM event are: Barnfather Wire, Birch Solutions, CRJ Services, CK International, Deltax, HARSH & Kadant PAAL. Don’t forget to send us your latest Business, Industry and Sustainable news and updates and email us at: info@sustainabilitytoday.co.uk

On the Cover CRJ Services Ltd Page IV-V

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Water Management VIII-IX Bluewater on course to help deliver final blow to throwaway plastic bottles and Euroby enters new partnership with Turkish equipment provider, Polat Makina.

RWM Review – Top Exhibitors X-XI

Refuse Vehicle Solutions is your go-to for innovative, cost-effective and dependable waste management solutions and Birch Solutions continues to strengthen their place in the AD marketplace.

Recycling Equipment Company of the Month XII-XIII Kadant PAAL offers high-performance, high quality channel balers transforming the waste management sector.

Environmental Testing & Monitoring XIV-XV

Amicorp introduces ESG reporting and rating service and Panasonic launches the ZY Series to its Advanced Energy Recovery Ventilation Range.

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Drayton Tanks were established in the 90s to supply quality GRP storage tanks to the UK market and The Adveco GLE is a range of carbon steel storage tanks designed to serve as buffer vessel or direct electric water heater.

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Contacts

Panasonic leads the future of Heat Pumps with Advanced R290 A2W Aquarea M Series and picking the right path to more sustainable hot water with Adveco.

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Celebrated Waste Management Company of the Month

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n this issue of Sustainability Today, we are delighted to welcome CRJ Services Ltd as our Celebrated Waste Management Company of the Month.

The UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has introduced a new UK waste reduction policy, purposefully designed to reduce waste by 2030.

European countries like Germany and Switzerland currently outperform the UK with streamlined waste management practices and this policy will allow the UK to play catch-up.

In the race towards the UK Government’s 2050 net zero targets, this new policy will shift focus towards phasing out landfill usage and incinerators for all recyclable waste and place more onus on manufacturers, importers and retailers to cover the costs of recycling. This further incentivises companies to reduce waste much earlier in the design stage, through compostable packaging for example, and fully brings the UK into the green economy.

CRJ Services is a comprehensive waste, recycling and forestry equipment provider and is one of the largest operating throughout the UK and Ireland, delivering quality machinery and reliable service to more than 300 customers. Established in 1999, the company is looking forward to spending 2024 celebrating its 25th anniversary, with the opening of a new engineering workshop Facility.

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The machinery solutions provider has seen rapid growth over the last three years as waste and recycling management becomes a key priority for many industries.

The Knutsford site in Cheshire is set to expand with a new, second engineering workshop facility nearby to manage the growing demand for the hire and sale of mobile and static processing machines.

Working across the waste management, forestry and quarrying sectors, CRJ operates a hire fleet of over 130 mobile processing machines, designed for shredding, screening, washing and sorting a wide range of waste streams. These include: shredders, trommels, flat deck screeners, density separators, eddy current separators, water baths, and picking stations. The Cheshire site holds an expansive stock of spare parts, in excess of £2.0M for all hire and purchased equipment. The company places great emphasis on customer service and has field engineers on standby for a rapid-tiered response to machinery malfunction, with on-site visits planned within same day or maximum within 24 hours.

“Many of our competitors are also yellow plant machinery suppliers but the difference is that we specialise in our waste management machinery and as an added bonus, we have an expansive hire fleet capacity. We are proud of our heritage in the waste and recycling industry and intend to remain specialists in the sector. We will never just hire or sell a piece of yellow plant or an attachment, that’s not what we are do, we are specialists.”

“We have seen a shift towards hire preferences in the industry with waste companies working on short to long– term contracts and needing flexible hire options to suit.

We are happy to cater for hire options or for companies with machine purchasing budgets.”

“The other trend we have observed is companies moving towards static machinery, which is powered by electricity, compared to diesel mobile machinery. Ever mindful of reducing carbon emissions, we can also provide a hybrid shredder powered by electric motors, rather than a diesel engine.”

“Unlike other companies, we don’t just supply machinery and walk away. We are invested in moving the industry towards more sustainable best practice. We have analysed seven years of waste collection data across organic, food and residual waste and dry recycling. Shockingly, we found that from across 10 of the biggest local councils (by population), six had worryingly recorded a reduction in dry recycling since 2020 and more disturbingly, seven had seen an increase in waste to landfill/incineration.”

“Along with the new targeted Defra waste reduction policy, there still needs to be a more cohesive, standardised push towards recycling from central government.”

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Celebrated Waste Management Company of the Month

“One of the innovative methods we have looked at is a dust suppression method when shredding household furniture like sofas. Many sofas contain toxic, carcinogenic Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) which are invisible and harm human health and the wider environment. The Environment Agency has brought in legislation around the storage and disposal of such furniture for this reason and our lab-tested dust suppression meets the latest compliance,” explained Andrew Clarkson, CRJ Finance Director.

“We have a four-tiered, fool proof approach to any engineering call-outs. Our engineers will firstly see if they can ascertain the problem over the phone, and by using the telematics diagnostic software installed on every machine that we hire and sell. this can be elevated to a physical on-site visit if needed same day or within 24 hours maximum. The telematics software on our machines keeps unnecessary vehicle movements, as well as customer downtime, to a minimum and this is managed stringently. Beyond this, our product specialists can support and as a last resort, we will even go back to the manufacturers if all else fails, but this is rare. We don’t want customers experiencing downtime so will endeavour to help them as quickly as possible.”

“We are confident in the quality of our machinery but are always on standby for our customers in the harsh environments in which they operate,” added Andrew.

CRJ has a dedicated customer-centric approach, with all of its customers from Cornwall to the Highlands, with expert, knowledgeable sales staff and directors. Coined as ‘added value,’ customers are secure in the knowledge that experienced field engineers can deal with repairs and maintenance.

CRJ has every reason to be confident with stalwart machinery like the slow-speed Haas Tyron shredder. The HAAS Tyron is used across a wide range of applications from biomass, commercial and industrial waste, mattresses, metals, plastics, tree roots, wood and many more. It is easy to see why it is such a popular shredder.

The HAAS Tyron is a powerful, twin-shaft, slow speed shredder, with a robust and renowned strength. CRJ has 32 of the Tyron 2000XL 2.0 models in their comprehensive hire fleet. This is Haas’ signature mobile shredder and is popular for a variety of reasons, including its versatility in various applications, its ease of change of settings depending on application, and the unique independent twin-shaft reverse mechanism, which protects against fibrous materials causing blockages. This powerhouse

machine has a wide 1,400mm outfeed belt with discharge height up to 4,800mm, easy on-site manoeuvrability, low fuel consumption, enhanced safety features such as the traffic light system, remote-control adjustments, and the ground level maintenance chamber access doors.

“Our HAAS shredder continues to be popular across the industry and has remained our bread-and-butter product but we are now spreading the word about our Pronar machinery, as we are now proud dealers for their trommel range. The Pronar MPB 20.55 is a mobile trommel screen, available for hire or purchase. It can be used across a wide range of applications, such as: metals, skip waste, tree roots, wood, biomass, commercial and industrial waste, construction and demolition waste, organic waste, through to paper and cardboard and Japanese Knotweed.

It is a robust, easily to maintain and operate machine that can compete on price and performance with the industry leaders and compliments CRJ’s existing portfolio perfectly.”

“Looking ahead to the future, our new, second workshop facility will allow us to meet growing demand across the waste management and forestry sectors as the UK heads towards greater sustainability best practice.”

CRJ Services will be at the following 2024 trade shows with waste management machinery on hand for demonstrations: Scot Plant: 26th-27th April 2024, Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh RWM: 11th-12th September 2024, NEC, Birmingham APF: 19th–21st September, Ragley Estate, Warwickshire.

Hillhead: 25th–27th June – Derbyshire To start your hire or purchase journey today, please see the website below: T +44 (0)1565 723886 enquiries@crjservices.co.uk https://www.crjservices.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/company/crj-services-ltd X: @crjservicesltd https://www.youtube.com/c/CRJServicesLtd

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Pumps & Valves Company of the Year

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n this issue of Sustainability Today, we are delighted to select PEMO PUMPS as our Pump & Valves Company of the Year.

“Our company philosophy is to always offer customised products, following the market and the opportunities that lie ahead. In this regard, we have developed on average two – three new pump models every year in order to offer highly competitive products for each specific application.”

We have featured PEMO PUMPS previously as our Pump Manufacturing Company of the Month and wish to extend our congratulations to the whole team for reaching the company’s 76th anniversary during 2023.

“Since PEMO PUMPS does not have a series production, we can offer over 3,000 pump models with fully customised hydraulics and materials. Therefore, our goal is to follow the customer from the design to the start-up of the plant, providing a product designed and customised exclusively for the application and conditions of that plant. In addition, we have a warehouse with over 10,000 components, which allows us to solve customer requests quickly and without delay.”

PEMO PUMPS is a brand of Perissinotto S.p.A. and was established in 1947 by Antonio Perissinotto.

been a very intense 12 months: the world of pumps is in constant turmoil and our focus as a sustainability-oriented company is slowly taking shape – this is thanks largely to compliance with ESG issues and the ethical program undertaken by the company.”

Illustrious history After the Second World War, the pumps were utilised in the marble and granite cutting processes, using sand as part of the abrasive mix to further the expansion of the construction industry. By the 1970’s, PEMO PUMPS successfully diversified into new markets such as the steel industry and during the 1980’s, enjoyed a move into the chemical and wastewater treatment sectors. Throughout the decades, the dedicated team further developed its pump portfolio, welcoming the dawning of innovative new technology and materials that showed increasing resistance to abrasion and corrosive agents.

We caught up with Massimo Ghio, Sales Area Manager at Perissinotto S.p.A. PEMO PUMPS for further insight, “It has

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“Despite the ongoing difficult geo-political situations, we try to move towards a diversification of markets that allows us to be appreciated across the main world markets.”

“2023 was an important year, where we were able to confirm the good results of the post-COVID years and increase turnover by more than 10% over 2022. We expect a slight slowdown in the first quarter of 2024, due to a structural contraction in global markets.”

“We have successfully invested in a new warehouse, which will expand our production area by about 2,000m2 – this will allow us to concentrate further on the production chain of our flagship products. Moreover, we have embarked on a path of internal reorganisation of various departments, with important investments for the purchase of new latest generation machinery for mechanical processing.”

Established pump markets PEMO PUMPS is active across many sectors including the following: t Anaerobic digestion processes: Used in the biogas production sector, where its pumps are used to load and recirculate OFMSW to anaerobic digesters t Ceramic industry: Where the liquid slip has highly abrasive characteristics as it combines a high concentration of solid product and a temperature that can reach 80°C t Chemical industry: Where its pumps can be customised with highly corrosion-resistant materials, they are often preferred for their robustness in applications where the mixture contains solid particles t Mining, Quarries and Aggregate materials washing: Where our pumps are used in feeding separating hydro-cyclons, floatation systems and to transfer slurries in ponds, yellowcake applications and water treatment plants etc t Filter-Press Feeding: This is an application where in most cases PEMO pumps has no competition, thanks to our DC (double stage) and TC (triple stage) pumps

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Pumps & Valves Company of the Year

mp industry for 76 years New pump markets PEMO PUMPS has been busy throughout 2023 with strengthening brand awareness through the major European trade fairs including: Bio360 EXPO (Nantes), Pollutech (Lyon), The World Biogas Expo and RWM & Letsrecycle Live in Birmingham. PEMO PUMPS already has and emerging presence in the aggregates, tunnelling and stone processing sectors, across the UK and French markets where the pumps are used for transferring slurry and feeding filter presses. Through the trade fairs, PEMO PUMPS is hoping to branch out further into the biogas and biomethane production chains and in fact, any sectors that require robust pumps.

Well-deserved success During 2023, PEMO PUMPS celebrated its 42,000th pump placed onto the world market, across more than 100 countries, demonstrating why we have chosen this company as our Pump and Valves Company of the Year.

Cutting-edge centrifugal pumps PEMO PUMPS has focused on designing advanced centrifugal pumps, with semi-open impellers and anticlogging volutes that enable the transfer of highly viscous substrate containing fibres, filaments and large solid parts.

This is highly advantageous over standard single-screw pumps, with the unique ‘HARDALLOY PEMO’ wear-resistant superalloy. Customers love the fact that the maintenance intervals are now only every five-six years, due to this advanced technology, which is welcomed during the costof-living crisis.

The Italian based powerhouse prides itself on a premium pump portfolio, with different flow rates up to 2,000m3/h and pressures of up to 24 bar. The range includes rubberised bodies and impellers, with ‘top of the class’ superalloy: PEMO HARDALLOY superalloy demonstrating high abrasion resistance and hardness up to 800 Brinell.

This ensures excellent abrasion resistance even with fluids with very high concentrations of solids and pressures up to 24 bar.

Moreover, PEMO PUMPS can provide the maximum abrasive particle size that the pump can transfer and the concentration of solids in the fluid for each of its pumps.

The future of PEMO PUMPS We asked Massimo Ghio what the future plans were for this Italian pump heavyweight, including sustainability best practice, “For some years now, the company has been committed to minimising the environmental impact of both its production departments and offices, with particular attention to the reduction of waste and industrial waste and their proper disposal. With the aim of becoming energy independent by 2030, we are planning new investments in solar panels, which currently meet 35% of our electricity needs.”

“For the mobility of personnel, we are orienting our fleet towards electric vehicles and we are also investing in new machinery that will allow us to increase efficiency and the ability to produce in a more environmentally friendly and sustainable way.”

“In addition, we are always trying to improve our product to ensure greater durability in the process of use, reducing downtime for maintenance as much as possible.”

“In the short term, we are planning a steady growth of the company, both in terms of production and new hires.

In recent years, we have increased our team by 25%, focusing on trained technical figures and workshop staff.”

“In the longer term, we are aiming for a greater internalisation of the company also in Oceania, the Middle East and South America, where, driven by mining, aggregate washing and recycling, we are aiming for growth in both numbers and specific skills.”

“We are honoured to be selected for Pump and Valves Company of the Year. We would like to express our gratitude and take this opportunity to thank Sustainability Today for its constant commitment to research and promotion of activities aimed at making the future greener and more sustainable.”

For more information on PEMO PUMPS, please see the website link below: www.pemopumps.com/en

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Water Management

Bluewater on course to New partnership between help deliver final blow to Euroby and Polat Makina throwaway plastic bottles The stations utilise the Swedish company's advanced SuperiorOsmosis™ treatment process, which removes more than 99% of known contaminants from water, to provide locally purified and chilled drinking water at the point of consumption.

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t Andrews Links Trust has appointed sustainable water and purification experts Bluewater as its Official Hydration Supplier to provide a next-generation drinking water solution for golfers and visitors to the Home of Golf.

The pioneering agreement will see Bluewater, a global leader in sustainable water purification & beverage solutions, provide purified drinking water across the St Andrews Links estate through its innovative refill stations, supporting a commitment for the removal of singleuse plastic bottles from the Trust’s facilities.

The refill stations will initially be installed in both the Old Pavilion next to the first tee of the iconic Old Course and at the Halfway House serving the Old, New, and Jubilee Courses with further installations at the Links Clubhouse, Golf Academy, and Castle Course Clubhouse.

Each unit will provide free-of-charge refills of chilled and purified water.

The units also feature high-bright digital TV screens to communicate key information to visitors concerning wider sustainability initiatives across the world-renowned venue.

For more information, visit: www.bluewatergroup.com, or call David Noble on +44 (0)7785 302694 or email: david.noble@bluewatergroup.com.

Aliaxis unveils new next generation boundary box to provide unrivalled protection against contaminants F luid management solutions provider Aliaxis has enhanced its Protecta-Line barrier system offering with the introduction of the new Protecta-Line Boundary Box, the only completely plastic boundary box fully approved for contaminated land usage.

With homes increasingly being built on brownfield sites that may contain substances harmful to people, it is vital to provide drinking water in a safe and efficient way and avoid the potential danger of exposure to significant surface waters or ground water pollution.

Boundary boxes are designed to house the meter at the boundary between the water main and the domestic supply and this new Protecta-Line solution not only provides a shield against all known contaminants, but it’s the only ‘Grade B’ load bearing height adjustable boundary box on the market. It is available with a

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standard lid, as well as three further lid choices: slope, square cowl and fixed.

The ProtectaLine range is the market leading and original barrier pipe system for the safe transportation of drinking water through areas of contaminated land, or for sites with future potential contamination concerns.

Aliaxis will be showcasing this groundbreaking solution for the first time at Utility Week Live (Stand J16) at the NEC in Birmingham (16th-17th May).

For more information on Aliaxis’ extensive range of water supply solutions, visit: https://bit.ly/ProtectaLine_BoundaryBox Contact T +44 (0)330 111 4233 www.aliaxis.co.uk

Euroby Ltd is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of waste processing equipment.

On 23rd September, the Midlands based company entered into a new partnership with Turkish equipment provider Polat Makina.

Polat already has a global presence and its new partnership with Euroby grants them access to the UK market for the first time.

For Euroby, the partnership presents an opportunity to expand their already diverse range of services and provide faster turnaround times for both new and existing clients.

Both companies share commitment to delivering excellent customer service and prioritising sustainability.

This means that clients, the communities they serve and the environment will all benefit from this collaboration.

With a combined industry experience of more than 50 years, this partnership aims to achieve new levels of quality and innovation. By working together, they are confident that Polat’s cutting-edge equipment and Euroby’s specialised industry knowledge and experience will contribute unique ideas, skills and enthusiasm to develop new service offerings across various industries and drive long-term growth.

T 01903 694400 F 01903 694477 sales@euroby.com www.euroby.com

Leachate Solutions

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eachate Solutions is committed to promoting energy efficiency and conservation, with sustainable use of energy, we focus on delivering cost-effective and robust engineering.

Using a modern approach that works across the UK in environments within the Water and Waste Water sector such as closed landfills, old coal mines, gasometer tower drainage, and AD BIO systems.

We also offer eco friendly technical interventions for problematic sites or site processes, delivering full maintenance packages and services, including smart monitoring systems that can provide a comprehensive system overview and advanced warning of any potential issues.

We problem solve and provide solutions for issues that clients may have. Our comprehensive technical skills set provide consultancy, migration, reverse engineering, plus

an entire sector.

end to end solutions to the industry.

The company also provides a maintenance consultancy service that helps identify and implement cost savings across

Leachate Solutions provides a comprehensive range of services within the Water and Waste Water sectors. We Consult, Supply, Design and Install: t Water Treatment Systems: Including Leachate & Landfill t Pumps and Pumping Equipment t Pump Maintenance and Management t Pump Condition Reports t Non Invasive Flow Meters – Magflow, Ultrasonic and Doppler t Level Control Systems t On-Site Instrument Calibration t Analytical Services T 01772 816593 enquiries@leachatesolutions.com www.leachatesolutions.com

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RWM Review – Top Exhibitors

Five events: 360 degrees of the environmental sector relationship-building and gender equality respectively.

Looking ahead to the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2024, exhibitor opportunities promise increased engagement and innovation. Companies with sustainable solutions are encouraged to explore opportunities for involvement via: www.ess-expo.co.uk/involved Mark your calendars for the next Environmental Services & Solutions Expo, scheduled for 11th-12th September 2024.

Two significant changes for the upcoming year include the introduction of the Air Pollution Control Expo and the transformation of the Flood and Water Management Expo into the Water Resource Management Expo.

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he Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2023, including the RWM Resource & Waste Management Expo, held on 13th-14th September 2023 at Birmingham’s NEC, achieved remarkable success with over 12,000 attendees, 570 exhibitors, 350 speakers, and 120 live demonstrations. This event demonstrated a collective commitment to advancing sustainability, focusing on key themes of net zero, the circular economy, and biodiversity.

Air Pollution Control Expo The brand-new Air Pollution Control Expo is a dedicated event that places air quality at the forefront of environmental considerations. With the rising concern about air pollution, emissions, dust, odours, and noise, this specialised expo will provide a platform for experts, researchers, and industry leaders to discuss,

One standout session, ‘Leaders in Waste,’ initiated meaningful discussions on innovative waste management strategies, urging a reconsideration of waste disposal approaches. Additionally, a presentation on the global impact of ‘Blue Planet II’ highlighted the influential role of documentaries in environmental awareness, emphasising the need for educational content to inspire positive action.

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E Ingleton Engineering, based in the heart of Sheffield City Centre, enjoyed a second successful year exhibiting at the RWM 2023 exhibition in Birmingham and has already booked for 2024.

This year has also seen a step forward in the company’s move towards a more sustainable operation, with the investment of solar panels at its manufacturing facility in The Steel City.

Managing Director, Mr Terry Lee, said, “Our decision to invest in solar panels underscores our commitment to sustainability. Along with our recently gained ISO14001 accreditation, the adoption of solar panels exemplifies EE Ingleton Engineering’s proactive approach in integrating ecofriendly practices into its operations.”

The substantial £150k investment will also help reduce energy costs during the expected 25-to-30-year lifespan of the panels. This investment reinforces EE Ingleton’s position as a forward-thinking SME committed to sustainable operations.

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Established in 1975, EE Ingleton has a proven track record of continuous improvement and a commitment to sustainability, affording them an infamous reputation in the steel industry as leading steel manufacturers. This is evidenced by EE Ingleton receiving this global Environmental Management Standard.

EE Ingleton is a manufacturer of screens and wear parts for the recycling and processing industries. They supply a wide range of granulator, shredder and drier screens, and other wear parts to both high-volume recycling operations as well as small in-house recycling screens.

Today, EE Ingleton is also well known for their contribution to the architectural metalwork sector across the UK. EE Ingleton’s recent ISO14001 certification highlights their pledge to minimising impact on the environment.

T 0114 275 7834 sales@eeingleton.co.uk https://eeingleton.co.uk

Water Resource Management Expo Water is a critical resource, and integrated water management is at the forefront of global sustainability efforts. This reimagined event will provide a comprehensive platform for the discussion and exploration of sustainable water management, conservation, and efficient resource allocation.

The Air Pollution Control Expo will address the escalating concerns about air pollution, providing a platform for experts to discuss innovative solutions. The Water Resource Management Expo will focus on sustainable water management, conservation, and resource allocation.

The Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2023 marked a milestone in uniting the global community for environmental responsibility. Join the ongoing journey toward a greener world on 11th-12th September 2024 back at Birmingham’s NEC. Register your interest at: www.ess-expo.co.uk/register-interest-2024 This is our second pick of the best exhibitors from last year’s RWM event, listed here in alphabetical order: Birch Solutions, Deltax, EE Ingleton, Forest Carbon, Refuse Vehicle Solutions & World of ESF. Further details can be found on this page and the next.

Networking opportunities abounded, including the Water Pollution Prevention Award, recognising contributions to mitigating water pollution. The ESS Launch Party and Women in Sustainability breakfast meeting emphasised

EE Ingleton Engineering: Perforated, feed milling, recycling & industrial

demonstrate, and promote innovative solutions for air pollution control and management. As our world grapples with the health and environmental implications of air pollution, this event will serve as a vital hub for knowledge sharing, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, and fostering collaborations to combat air pollution effectively.

Contact www.ess-expo.co.uk/five-shows/rwm

Refuse Vehicle Solutions: Redefining the waste management industry with every re-power R

efuse Vehicle Solutions is your go-to for innovative, cost-effective, and dependable waste management solutions. Offering a diverse range of vehicles, from hook lifts to refuse trucks, and industry-leading after-sales support services, we empower our customers to streamline their waste removal and recycling efforts, saving them valuable time and resources.

Championing environmental preservation, we recognise that effective waste management is essential for maintaining ecological balance, preventing pollution, and promoting sustainable development.

That’s why we’re proud to offer the allelectric e-One RCV. Birthed from our joint initiative with Dutch electric conversion experts, EMOSS, our pioneering technology allows us to convert any existing fuelpowered RCV into a zero-emissions, zero-noise, eco-conscious powerhouse.

Since the first e-One hit the streets

in 2020, we’ve electrified fleets for Grundon Waste Management, The London Borough of Islington, and FCC Environment – to name only a few.

The e-One isn’t just a vehicle; it’s a statement. We’re at the forefront of this movement, helping businesses meet their sustainability goals. Join the ranks of those evolving towards a cleaner, greener future. Contact Refuse Vehicle Solutions, and let’s redefine the waste management industry together.

T 01453 899131 sales@rvsl.co.uk www.refusevehiclesolutions.co.uk

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RWM Review – Top Exhibitors

Small but mighty

The Wombles Collection by Environmental Street Furniture

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orthern Ireland company, Environmental Street Furniture (ESF) is bringing some of the UK’s most cherished TV characters, The Wombles, back to life through its latest innovative and sustainable product range, which builds on the programme’s theme of boosting the idea of recycling and raising awareness of environmental issues.

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t’s easy to mistake small for powerless; small for insignificant. But the 5.5 million SMEs in the UK know better. We make up 99% of the total private sector business population. We account for three-fifths of its employment, around half of its turnover, and 44% of its emissions. Insignificant? Not us.

Forest Carbon, the Club has already attracted businesses like AV Builders, Kinewell Energy and KASE Construct. Is your business next?

Together we have power.

Find out more about the Carbon Club by Forest Carbon at: forestcarbon.club/mighty

For SMEs looking for a reliable way to give back to nature, the Carbon Club funnels much-needed finance into vetted peatland and woodland projects.

Powered by the longest-standing developer of UK nature-based projects,

By working together, we’re small but mighty. Small, but a big part of the solution.

Large organisations or those looking to make big investments (including entire woodlands) can contact Forest Carbon at: enquiries@forestcarbon.co.uk.

Birch Solutions B irch Solutions continues to strengthen their place in the AD marketplace with a series of new strategic partnerships with major manufacturers.

This ensures that Birch Solutions remains at the heart of the Anaerobic Digestion sector in the UK.

We are now able to supply and source a complete range of parts for AD plants and have worked with hundreds of sites over the past year. Whether you are an individual site or part of a larger network, we are confident that we can support you with comprehensive parts supply to ensure you get the parts you need, when you need them most! We are now the UK preferred supplier for a number of brands and have secured preferential rates with many more enabling us to give you best possible choice, at competitive prices.

We will continue to provide expert support to AD operators to help

The Wombles Collection by ESF, which consists of themed bins, benches, picnic tables, planters and activity games tables, was launched in September 2023 at the Resource and Waste Management (RWM) expo at Birmingham’s NEC – one of the UK’s leading events for promoting innovative solutions that address the world’s environmental challenges – reigniting nostalgia for many of those in attendance.

Working alongside Plaswood, A Berry Global Product, a long-established market leader in recycled plastic profiles and applications, the range of products have been manufactured with inspiration from The Wombles to ‘reuse and recycle.’

The Wombles Collection by ESF is made entirely with 100% recycled plastic that has been diverted from landfill sites creating the perfect solution for any public parks, educational facilities, zoos or theme parks that are interested in reducing their carbon footprint and investing in their ESG agenda.

In addition to this, The Wombles Collection by ESF introduces two innovative pieces of smart furniture that are completely powered through solar technology. ‘The Tobermory smart bin,’ equipped with an automatic compactor and powered using solar panels will help reduce street litter collections by up to 90%. ‘The Wellington Solar Bench,’ a solar powered bench offering wireless and wired phone chargers with room for additional features including automatic LED lighting strips.

Contact https://www.worldofesf.com/wombles

Deltax the internationally recognised brand for recycling equipment O

nce again Deltax was a standout exhibitor at RWM Expo 2023, where it showcased from Hall 17 Stand R-M130 its vast range of equipment and machinery involved in scrap recycling, demolition and construction industries.

improve availability and maximise uptime on their plants but with our recent store expansion and excellent supply chain, we are working towards becoming the number one parts supplier in the UK. If you want to know more about how we can get the parts you need quickly & cost-effectively, get in touch. enquiries@birchsolutions.co.uk

Deltax has been manufacturing recycling equipment since 1990 and is known for designing high-quality equipment that not only lasts but when maintained, still holds a high re-sale value. Aside from its manufacturing and designing capabilities, Deltax also performs most of its component production in-house using only the best materials and the latest production techniques.

Deltax has a strong history of combining its accurate computer aided design and manufacturing systems with its ongoing policy which is to improve the design and production to meet the changing needs of the industries they cater too.

The company’s integrity and open policy ensures customers will receive a fair and honest service. With sales agents

around the world, you’ll find Deltax machinery and equipment on almost every continent across a vast range of industries.

Deltax work using the most sustainable approach and also offer used and factory refurbished equipment that can be used for scrap processing and recycling. This is a great way to promote a circular economy.

Contact T 01489 784711 deltax@btconnect.com www.deltax.co.uk

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Recycling Equipment Company of the Month

The high-performance, high-quality channel balers transforming the waste management sector I n this issue of Sustainability Today, we are delighted to feature Kadant PAAL Ltd as our Recycling Equipment Company of the Month.

There are multiple benefits to recycling waste materials, such as reducing waste pollution and primarily, reducing the need for raw material production in the first place.

Balers are hugely cost-effective within waste management, ensuring a safe, clean, and optimised operation, eliminating the need for larger storage areas. On an important sustainability note, balers naturally safeguard against recyclable waste materials ending up in landfill and also helps reduce air and water pollution at large. Lastly, waste balers comply with the latest environmental laws, reduce costs by up to 80% through maximising loads and reducing transport costs, save all-important space and offer concerted effort towards sustainable best practice.

The Kadant PAAL Group is a result of the merger of four European Companies, PAAL, COMDEC, FAES and DICOM, with the recent addition of BALEMASTER USA. The experience within the group ensures that Kadant PAAL are best placed as a provider of proven, tried, and tested baling solutions.

The UK branch of Kadant PAAL Limited, formally known as Dicom Ltd, was established in Great

Britain in 1981 and looks after the UK and Irish Markets. They are located on the Meadow Lane industrial estate in Alfreton, Derbyshire.

Kadant PAAL UK manufactures its own DICOM Product range of popular vertical balers and waste compactors, distributing and installing the PAAL range of fully automatic horizontal balers and conveyors manufactured in Germany. With their own Technical and Design Team they can provide bespoke solutions with fabrication work manufactured at the factory based in Alfreton to suit all requirements. The mobile engineers are strategically placed across the country in the event of any mechanical difficulties providing a rapid response call out. Furthermore, the Remote Service Support (RSS) system remotely connects technical experts to the machine in question, with the ability to quickly diagnose the cause of faults, alarms or any performance related issues to avoid unnecessary downtime.

Kadant PAAL Limited is a leading powerhouse across the UK waste sector, with industrial recognition for meticulous manufacturing of premiere compaction equipment. The standard and customised waste compaction systems are manufactured to deal with even the most robust materials, in line with UKCA (UK Conformity Assessed) marking.

We spoke with Dale Keeling, PAAL Products Technical Sales Manager, Kadant PAAL Limited for greater insight, “We have an illustrious history, with Kadant PAAL GmbH who date back to 1854 with a printing house that designed balers for paper waste. Our long history gives us credibility and expertise across the design and manufacturing of purpose-built balers. The entire recycling equipment range is world-class and is precision-engineered for reliability and longevity.

Kadant PAAL Limited UK manufactures smaller, vertical balers, and compactors supplying to household name retail stores throughout the UK. We also provide major retailers such as Aldi and Ikea the full recycling solution for their Distribution Centres combining the PAAL and Dicom product range, The German manufacturing facility of Kadant PAAL supplies the larger industrial balers, which we supply for these solutions to our UK and Irish customers.”

Kadant PAAL Limited provides a wide range of recycling equipment, suitable for all industries such as agricultural, light metal, MSW, mixed paper, OCC, multi-material, RDF/SRF, Pet and plastic, of which some examples are in the following:

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Recycling Equipment Company of the Month

The KONTI model has been the iconic model of the PAAL range for more than forty years and offers various tying configurations with the choice of steel or plastic wire, also with multiple variations to the base model to process the required material and achieve optimal throughput. To meet the growing needs of plastic recycling, the Konti J can now bale plastics in a way that you have never seen before.

Looking to the future and facilitating your operation

the Konti is equipped with the capability of working in conjunction with MRF bunker management systems, finally the BALEiD labelling system has been developed to make automated traceability a reality.

The PACOMAT model has many options enabling it to meet high throughput capacity requirements expected by our customers, along with the option of vertical and horizontal tying. With easy operation and maintenance in mind this makes the Pacomat ideal for logistics/distribution centres or any similar applications requiring impressive performance within a budget.

The DOKON baler has been designed for specific applications like solid/refuse derived fuel recovery, agriculture fodder, industrial materials etc. Dokon balers will adapt to the most demanding of operations, particularly where there are expectations of high material throughput and maximum bale density. This baler is equipped with the patented

The DICOM vertical baler range is perfectly designed for daily baling operations, such as cardboard, plastic packaging, textiles, etc. With a small footprint this baler is ideal for a smaller space and everyday use.

“We will be showcasing our leading recycling equipment range once again at the Resource & Waste Management Expo (RWM) 2024 from the 11th-12th September at the NEC in Birmingham.

Presenting an informative and comprehensive stand at the expo, we look forward to meeting new and existing customers and networking across the wider waste management sector. Discussing varying waste management needs and demonstrating our PAAL and Dicom range of products.”

tying system using polypropylene twine making it cost-effective and perfectly compatible with the process of wrapping and bale burning. It also has the option of a steel wire tie to become a versatile baler capable of baling multi materials.

For more details on the above, along with our HTR twin ram, PAC semi-automatic and S1W metal baler, please visit the Kadant PAAL website.

“Personally, with thirty years at Kadant PAAL and covering the experience spectrum from Manufacturing to Technician to Project Management and now Sales, I will offer you best advice for providing effective, cost-efficient solutions. Come and meet us to discuss all your waste management needs!” concludes Dale.

For more information, please see the websites below: T 01773 520565 www.kadantpaal.com www.dicompaal.co.uk

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Environmental Testing & Monitoring

Panasonic introduces ZY Amicorp introduces ESG reporting and rating service Series to its Advanced Energy Recovery Ventilation range A P micorp Group has launched a new service line to help investors and businesses analyse, report and develop their Environmental, Social and Governance (‘ESG’) performance levels – and address mounting regulatory requirements.

The number of countries introducing mandatory ESG reporting around the world is increasing.

In the European Union, financial markets are required to report their sustainable economic activities on an annual basis, as do large and listed companies. Other authorities have also acted on or are exploring similar ESG frameworks and standards, notably in the US, India, Singapore, Hong Kong, United Arab Emirates, Australia, New Zealand and the UK.

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Amicorp ESG Services help asset and fund managers, institutional investors and businesses to quickly and easily comply with these tightening regulations and provide the support and insights needed to plan and build an ESG strategy that aligns with their goals and values.

An online platform provides an independent and auditable ESG report that can be shared with regulators, stakeholders and shareholders. It also provides an ESG rating and a light gap analysis using the latest industry benchmarks, to help businesses identify any shortcomings and highlight where improvements can be made. www.amicorp.com

anasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions is launching its new Advanced Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV) ZY Series. The new series consists of an extended 9 model line-up including a 2,000m3/h model, all integrated with DC motors with independent control setting for air supply and exhaust.

An ERV is essential to buildings to provide fresh filtered air inside.

Through its ventilation system it ensures the air is not contaminated nor contains any odours potentially penetrating the new supply of air.

The units possess an external static pressure (ESP) advancing up to 150 Pa with an F7 grade filter built-in as standard. In addition to this, the new ZY series has an impressive recovery power of up to 83% of heat exchange efficiency. This high recovery rate further optimises cost and can be considered a sustainable solution.

Incorporated into the new models is two backdraft shutters, unique to Panasonic. Its key role is to prevent

air flowing in the wrong direction when the ERV is turned off and not operating.

Additionally, the ERV has three connection options available: group control with a maximum of two ERV systems, direct connection to field supply switch, and ERV operation in conjunction with heating and cooling systems. The ZY series also introduces a new remote controller.

Information is clearly visible through a black light and white background whilst also containing a backbox as standard. The controller is available to be integrated with BMS through the RS485 terminal. www.aircon.panasonic.eu

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Environmental Testing & Monitoring

Cloud-based monitoring made easy with Cirrus Research

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t Cirrus Research, we’re a pioneering name in the field of noise measurement and environmental monitoring. We continuously push the boundaries of innovation with our cutting-edge solutions, which is why our cloud-based monitoring solutions stand out as remarkable additions to our fleet of noise and environmental monitoring instruments.

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The Quantum Indoor is built to assess noise levels within indoor workspaces, making it an ideal tool for monitoring in factories, public buildings and residential areas. Equipped with advanced sound level meter technology, it accurately captures noise data, helping users identify potential noise-related issues and take appropriate mitigation measures.

Complementing both the Quantum Indoor and Quantum Outdoor is the MyCirrus Cloud platform, which exemplifies our commitment to enhancing user experience and data management.

On the other hand, the Quantum Outdoor is designed to tackle not only environmental noise monitoring, but also other environmental impacts. Ideal for use on railways, at airports, on construction sites, at mines and other external activities, this solution can simultaneously monitor:

With its robust features, Quantum Outdoor can withstand varying environmental conditions while delivering reliable and precise data.

reports, and collaborate easily with colleagues or stakeholders. This capability is especially valuable in a world where remote and hybrid working are becoming increasingly popular amongst employers and employees, enabling real-time decision-making and timely interventions based on accurate noise data.

This platform is a comprehensive Cloudbased system that facilitates seamless data storage, analysis, and sharing. It allows users to remotely access their noise measurements, generate insightful

In a world where noise pollution is increasingly recognised as a significant environmental concern, these solutions provide a holistic approach to noise monitoring. Whether it’s ensuring occupational health and safety within enclosed spaces, evaluating the impact of transportation networks on urban areas, or simply improving overall quality of life, the Quantum Indoor, Quantum Outdoor, and MyCirrus Cloud are invaluable tools that underscore the commitment of the team here at Cirrus Research to advancing noise management technology.

Contact T +44 (0)1723 891655 sales@cirrusresearch.com www.cirrusresearch.com

Panasonic delivers sustainable warmth A

new build bespoke property from Dovecote Homes integrates cutting-edge green technology featuring the Panasonic 12kW Aquarea Monobloc airto-water heat pump, alongside solar panels and a battery storage unit. The stunning property has achieved the most-efficient EPC rating possible (A-rated) thanks to its thoughtful specification. The heating and cooling system was supplied and designed by authorised Panasonic distributor Oceanair and installed by Danny Wakeman of Wakeman Heating & Renewables.

Innovative heating solution The centrepiece of this remarkable home is the Panasonic Aquarea 12kW T-Cap monobloc unit, expertly designed to provide optimal performance. Combining the eco-friendly heat pump with underfloor heating on the ground level and radiators on the upper floor results in unparalleled comfort throughout the property. The intelligent integration of solar panels and a battery storage unit

further enhances the home's energy efficiency, minimising its environmental impact.

Exceptional energy efficiency from Aquarea Dovecote Homes is a respected independent developer specialising in creating bespoke, luxury homes with a sustainable ethos.

The company follows a unique approach, identifying prime plots of land and creating initial designs and foundations. Subsequently, they collaborate with their buyers during the planning phase to tailor each home to the buyer's preferences. Through the combination of green technologies, this home has achieved an extraordinary feat – earning an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A, the highest possible rating for energy efficiency. It stands as a testament to the power of eco-conscious choices and advanced heating solutions to create a greener future. www.aircon.panasonic.eu

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Pumps & Valves

Redefining pumping in the biogas industry W

ith the UK Government’s 2050 Net-Zero targets looming, the full potential of the biogas industry is finally being realised.

With over 600 anaerobic digestion (AD) plants now operating across the country and a phenomenal biogas capacity of 2,721 megawatts, this translates to annual greenhouse gas emission cuts of 1% (with predictions of 6% by 2030 if all organic waste is treated through AD). Biomethane is therefore a solid substitute for fossil natural gas and going forward, offers a fully decarbonisation of the gas industry.

PEMO PUMPS was a resounding hit at this September’s RWM (part of ESS) Expo at the NEC, where the focus was on the importance of the circular economy. The team brought an example pump with them and were particularly interested in talking to customers from the biogas industry.

PEMO PUMPS are compliant with the European Community’s Waste Directive, through its leading OFMSW treatment phases and supply compost to agriculture and floriculture. The OFMSW treatment phases reduce unnecessary landfill waste, markedly reducing carbon footprint and contributing wholeheartedly to the circular economy.

Established in 1947 by Antonio Perissinotto, the marketleading company started with washing silica sands and later diversified into supplying pumps for the marble and granite cutting processes, chemical, wastewater treatment, steel industry, mining, filter press, oil & gas, through to ceramics and food and beverage sector, as a brand of Perissinotto SpA. The anti-abrasive and anti-acid slurry pumps are manufactured at the cutting-edge Milan warehouse and customers can choose from 25 basic pump models, across vertical, horizontal, submersible and multi-stage versions.

With customers across 100 countries around the world, this Italian Powerhouse has enjoyed exponential growth over the decades and is happy to offer consultation around customised pumps for a variety of applications.

PEMO PUMPS are centrifugal pump pioneers, with precision-designed advanced speed motors to feed filter presses and already well established across the UK and French aggregates and stone processing applications for slurry transfers and feeding filter presses.

The focus at RWM 2023 was to create more brand awareness across the biogas and biomethane production chains, where robust pumps are routinely

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used. The anti-abrasive centrifugal pumps have astounding anaerobic digestion processing capabilities, in recirculating OFMSW and provide a game-changer for the biogas industry.

The semi-open impellers and anti-clogging volutes in the pumps are conducive to the meticulous transfer of highly viscous substrates. The HARDALLY PEMO superalloy is weathering-resistant and provides supercharged flow rates up to 1,500m3/h providing long-time efficiency, without the costly maintenance of single-screw pumps.

To find out more about a fully customised pump today and a six-month testing trial period, see the website below: T +39 02 250731 www.pemopumps.com

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Pumps & Valves

Storage tank specialists

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rayton Tank & Accessories was established in the 90s to supply quality GRP storage tanks to the UK market. The company manufactures and supplies one of the UKs largest range of GRP Glass Reinforced Plastic water storage tanks for potable, drinking and cold water storage, as well as hot water, chemical storage and effluent and waste solutions. In addition, the company also offers balance tanks and break tanks. Based in The Midlands and Yorkshire, Drayton Tank & Accessories delivers throughout the whole UK. Since its inception, the company has grown significantly and has become one of the largest suppliers of storage tanks in the UK for water,

chemicals, hot water and waste water. Providing a comprehensive portfolio of products, ranging from domestic water tanks to large commercial and industrial storage tanks, Drayton Tank & Accessories has built a strong reputation for exceptional products and outstanding customer service. Furthermore, the company boasts the ability to provide the right tank for your exact sizing needs, offering a bespoke tank designed to the size that suits your application most.

For more information, please see the details below: T 0871 288 4213 www.draytontank.co.uk

Adveco GLE electric water heating F or organisations looking to move from traditional gas-fired hot water systems, Adveco introduces the new GLE, a versatile range of vessels to replace ageing commercial systems quickly and cost-effectively.

The Adveco GLE is a range of carbon steel storage tanks designed to serve as buffer vessel or direct electric water heater and is available in a range of sizes from 200 to 5,000L to support larger all-electric systems. Compatible with a wide range of direct electric immersion heater options available from Adveco, the GLE supports duty immersions from 3 to 36kW, as well as secondary supplementary immersions from 3 to 6kW for additional heating, or as backup to

ensure continuity of service from a single unit.

For organisations looking to introduce heat pumps as part of their sustainability strategy, a combination of the GLE and a GLC single coil calorifier will provide the basis of a compact air to water heating system. With an air source heat pump connected to the GLC with immersion, the calorifier will provide system preheat. The GLE then provides the necessary after heat from a top up immersion able to deliver system workflow above the necessary minimum of 60°C for safe commercial grade operations.

Contact www.adveco.co

CWF technology

CWF: Self-regulating, controlled water storm tank flushing

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he ELIQUO HYDROK CWF technology offers an efficient and cost effective alternative to the normal storm tank cleaning procedures. The CWF will only operate when it needs to, immediately after a storm event and can be utilised at the end of any length tank.

The CWF Storm Flush is a simple method for sediment removal. Storm water is held in reserve in the storage reservoir, filled as the tank fills during a storm – no separate water supply is required. At the end of a storm event and after the system has emptied, the retained flushing water

is released via the vacuum break within the flushing vessel. This creates a RFP (Roughing, Fine and Polishing) staged flushing regime which mixes and carries the sediment from the base of the tank to the receiving sump. A CWF system needs very little maintenance because of the few moving parts – the only moving part on the CWF is the non-return valve, which is an easily interchangeable off-the-shelf item, quick and easy to replace.

View the video of it in action at: www.eliquohydrok.co.uk/en/productvideos.html For further information, contact: sales@eliquohydrok.co.uk or visit: www.eliquohydrok.co.uk

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Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Panasonic leads the future of Solar thermal: Reducing Heat Pumps with Advanced energy demands to cut R290 A2W Aquarea M Series carbon & costs

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apable of offsetting typically around 30% of the energy demands for water heating, solar thermal systems are ideal for organisations which rely on large amounts of domestic hot water (DHW).

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anasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions is introducing its latest generation of Aquarea air-to-water heat pumps with the new M Series. Thanks to its new, modular concept, the M Series allows for more application choices offering different indoor units, available in All-in-One and Bi-Bloc, as well as full Control Box or Remote controlleronly essential functionality options. The advanced new system utilises the natural refrigerant R290 for a more sustainable solution and includes Panasonic’s first T-CAP R290 outdoor unit that features a new injection compressor. The M Series also has a hydraulic connection between indoor and outdoor units for simple and straightforward installation without the need for relevant refrigeration certification.

Flexible and suit to all lifestyles With its cutting-edge design, the M Series offers a range of flexible installation options. New to the M series, the outdoor unit can function as a standalone system with just an indoor remote control, making it an ideal choice for those seeking vital functionalities. Homeowners can opt for enhanced functionality by incorporating the more advanced Control Box or also selecting between a Bi-bloc or All-in-One system. This range of choices allows the Aquarea M Series to cater to a variety of functionality needs and property types, ensuring a tailored solution for every user.

Modular, high-performance flat plate collectors with integrated solar fluid (glycol) drain back are by far the most efficient way to heat water with solar energy. The solar fluid transfers solar energy as heat to the collector’s meander absorber to system water via an indirect cylinder.

Drain back prevents overheating damage and increases a system’s lifespan. Together this offers a smaller footprint compared to equivalent solar photovoltaics (PV) for DHW. A typical 4 kW PV system requires approximately 16 panels covering 25m2 of roof to match just three flat plate collectors covering just 6.6m2 roof area. This makes solar thermal a prime choice when roof or façade space is limited.

To find out more, please visit: www.aircon.panasonic.eu

For existing buildings with gasfired water heating solar thermal is

employed as a system pre-heat, reducing demands for gas to actively cutting carbon emissions from the buildings.

Commercial new build and refurbishment however are either mandated or opting to shift to direct electric which remains substantially more expensive to operate than gas – currently by a factor of 3.8. This has driven interest in hybrid approaches which harnesses solar thermal preheat. Necessary after heat is simply secured with a packaged Adveco FUSION E electric water heating system combining an electric boiler and cylinder. https://adveco.co https://adveco.co/products/waterheating/solar-thermal

Picking the right path to more sustainable hot water F

or commercial building projects the recent shift in net zero policy by the government is likely to have little impact on strategies that address energy demands, especially for the provision of hot water, a potentially key contributor to both operational costs and carbon emissions. Understanding and addressing hot water generation should therefore be an important part of an organisation’s net zero planning, but the optimal route will depend on the building, its infrastructure and usage.

Adveco Live Metering of the hot water demands of a building is a quick, non-invasive, and extremely costeffective means of gauging needs. It also provides application design which enables owner/managers to develop realistic and sustainable development strategies which deliver active results today with low to no impact on ongoing operations.

Unless a new build, which will be electrical-based, most refurbishments will look to either improve on existing gas systems, deploying modern ultra-low emission, hydrogen blend ready appliances, or aim to completely replace them with electrical alternatives, typically

air source heat pumps (ASHP) and/or direct-electric heating. The latter comes at a cost, in terms of capital and especially operational expense, but does reduce carbon emissions.

FUSION from Adveco is the next generation of electric water heating for commercial projects.

This compact, easy-to-install and robust, highefficiency range of pre-sized electric water heaters can incorporate a system-integrated monobloc FPi-32 ASHP. The FPI-32 and advanced controls deliver balanced system preheat so that electrical demand on the boiler is reduced by as much as 30%, delivering operational savings and reducing carbon emissions by up to 71%.

Acting as pre-heat for both gas-fired or electrically heated water systems, or mid-heat for an electric system taking full advantage of an ASHP preheating the cold feed, solar thermal delivers undisputed carbon and cost savings. Modular, high-performance flat plate collectors are by far the most efficient way to heat water with solar energy,

offering a smaller footprint compared to equivalent solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. With integrated drain back to protect the solar fluid (glycol) which is used to transfer solar energy as heat to the system’s water via an indirect cylinder Adveco’s solar thermal is a low-maintenance, more cost-effective and more efficient approach to incorporating solar energy. A well-maintained solar thermal system should further reduce carbon and easily 30% of annual energy requirements for a less than 10 year return on investment. www.adveco.co

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