TECHNOLOGY IN ACTION ADVERTORIAL “Easy decision” to upgrade to Spirax


Sarco’s heat exchanger systems cuts Leighton Hospital’s water heating costs by 10-15%


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More Dates for PICV CPDs


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fter yet another hugely successful run of courses earlier this year, Marflow Hydronics announces new dates for its CPD training courses on Pressure Independent Control Valves in October. The free CPD courses are aimed at consultants, designers, specifiers and key influencers who want to learn more about the products, improve their skills and specify, purchase or commission a PICV. The sessions are designed to provide delegates with knowledge on how PICVs work, innovative pipe layouts and how to make systems more economical, including the introduction of electronic balancing. The half day sessions are free for anyone to


attend, but delegates should have a good prior knowledge of water distribution systems to get the most out of the day.


Places are limited on these popular courses, strictly on a first come first served basis,


immediate registration is recommended. To register or for more information visit


Marflow Hydronics u 0121 358 2012 u www.marflowhydronics.co.uk/events


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eighton Hospital has cut its water heating costs by an estimated 10-15% per annum by upgrading its hot water system to two Spirax Sarco EasiHeat™ steam-to-hot-water systems.


The installation by Leighton Hospital, a 540-bed acute hospital in Crewe, brings the total number of EasiHeats at the site to ten,


confidence in the technology’s superior reliability and energy efficiency.


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EasiHeat systems will supply almost 90% of the DHW in the main hospital building.


“Our aims in installing the latest EasiHeat systems were to achieve a more accurate control of our outgoing water temperature, eliminate wasted energy due to storing large volumes of hot water, and reduce/eliminate scheduled maintenance works regarding annual inspections,” explains Brian Colley, Energy & Environmental Engineer at Leighton Hospital. “We have a lot of experience with plate heat exchange systems, which meant our decision to upgrade to the EasiHeat systems was an easy one to make – we knew they would be perfect for this project.”


Spirax Sarco EasiHeat is a ready-to-install system that uses steam in a compact, plate heat exchanger to deliver water on demand at a constant, stable temperature. As the hot water is supplied on-demand, there is no need to store it, avoiding the associated energy losses and significantly reducing the risk of Legionella.


“Before we installed the EasiHeat systems, we had to pasteurise the water by keeping it at 80°C for an hour before we could open it up onto the circuit. Then, because it is domestic hot water, we had to cool it down before it could be used, which was a huge waste of energy. Installing the EasiHeat systems means it is no longer necessary to store hot water, which will reduce carbon emissions.”


The EasiHeat systems are also expected to reduce maintenance costs at Leighton Hospital. Unlike calorifiers which are pressure vessels and must be stripped down for annual insurance inspections, EasiHeats do not need to meet this requirement, saving substantial maintenance costs.


Spirax Sarco u 01242 521361


Socomec Converts With ATS Bypass At Twickenham Stadium


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ocomec’s ATS Bypass switching technology is being used to guarantee power availability for stadium safety systems and essential broadcast equipment at the home of England Rugby Union, Twickenham stadium. Socomec ATS Bypass switches are automatic transfer switches


available from 40A to 3200A. The Socomec ATS Bypass incorporates Socomec’s proven AtyS automatic transfer switching technology, combined with a maintenance bypass system to allow any testing or inspection procedures to be carried out safely – without interruption to the load - guaranteeing power availability to critical loads at all times. The complete system has been designed, manufactured and tested by the manufacturer, Socomec. Fully certified to IEC 61439, the bypass allows the system to also meet the ATS requirements of BS8519.


Socomec u 01462 440033 u www.socomec.co.uk


arbon8 Lighting’s LED Multifunction luminaires have been installed at Cardiff Galvanizers to reduce energy consumption and maintenance, whilst providing a perfectly lit working environment. With good levels of natural light available in the galvanizing loading


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area, Cardiff Galvanizers have taken advantage of one of the many benefits of LED lighting, giving instant full light output in an instant, by using photocell light level sensors that detect light levels and switch the fittings off when natural light levels are sufficient. Available in single or double and with various power models, the Carbon8 Lighting high efficiency LED Multi-Function fixture is the ultimate commercial luminaire. Its unique patented design, combined with the highest quality materials and components, results in the maximum illumination, maximum energy savings and maximum performance – the LED Multi-Function is the leader in its class. Built in surge protection and automatic thermal management also ensures that this luminaire is the most reliable and maintenance-free LED light fitting on the market today.


Carbon8 Lighting Ltd u 01256 300031 u www.carbon8lighting.co.uk / ENERGYMANAGEMENT


Energy Management made easy with t-mac


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-mac is a clever BeMS, it ensures a building, office or retail outlet is working on both an energy efficient and cost-cutting basis.


It also goes one step further by handling businesses BIG data with ease,


collecting,


processing, and reporting your energy data swiftly. t-mac works by metering building consumption, monitoring environmental conditions inside and outside of the building and controlling HVAC and lighting.


Collecting data from various sources such


as sensors, weather feeds and metering systems, t-mac allows users to analyse the data and implement the most efficient building controls strategy for their site. Whilst also considering environmental and equipment performance and managing energy efficiency. t-mac can also operate with alerts and can inform maintenance teams about equipment performance issues to allow them to resolve any problems quickly.


t-mac Technologies Ltd u 01246 233 632 u www.t-mac.co.uk


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