PRODUCT SHOWCASE Polypipe


Terrain helps bring famous tea clipper back to life


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he world’s most famous sailing ship is being brought back to life with help from Polypipe Terrain. The


company’s Polypress plastic piping system has been chosen to create new heating and boosted cold water services for the historic Cutty Sark tea clipper which is being restored after suffering a major fire in 2007.


“Given the historical importance of the Cutty Sark it was vital that the products used would be able to provide outstanding performance for many years to come,” comments Polypipe Terrain’s Damian Farrell. “Our Polypress system is specifically designed for hot and cold plumbing and heating systems, so it is ideally suited to a project such as this.” The Polypress system integrates multilayer composite pipe with robust press fittings in a single system and allows a permanent joint to be made through


mechanically pressing the connection between pipe and fitting. The WRAS- approved system is lightweight and easy to install, and can withstand operating temperatures of up to 95˚ “Our strict manufacturing procedures mean that we can provide products which deliver the high quality levels required for a project such as this. There were obviously some unusual aspects to providing piping systems for an historic vessel like the Cutty Sark, but we were


able to meet them without any problems.” The Cutty Sark was originally used as a merchant vessel to bring the first tea of the year back to London from Shanghai. Since 1954 it has been in dry dock and open for public viewing at Greenwich, South East London, where it suffered extensive damage in the 2007 blaze. It is expected to reopen to visitors in late 2012. Tel: 01622 795200 Email: commercialenquiries@polypipe.com www.polypipe.com


Power Solutions help the Chester Grosvenor switch to green energy


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The Chester Grosvenor now gets all its electricity from renewable sources, such as wind, tide and biomass power stations. The luxury hotel has signed with SmartestEnergy, the UK’s leading purchaser and supplier of energy generated by the independent sector, through Chester-based energy brokers Power Solutions.


The new partnership makes the Chester Grosvenor a pioneer of green energy. According to research just five per cent of UK energy is produced from green sources but by committing to 100 per cent renewable electricity the hotel is directly supporting the research and development of alternative resources to fossil fuels. Chester Grosvenor’s, Finance Director,


Fiona McBurnie says: “We’re very proud that our electricity is from 100% green sources. It allows us to reduce our carbon footprint and do our bit for the environment.


hester’s iconic five-star hotel is going green after switching to a 100 per cent renewable electricity


“By using Power Solutions in making the switch we were also able to support another Chester company which is another plus point.” Power Solutions’ Managing Director,


Jeremy Taylor says: “We are thrilled to have assisted the Chester Grosvenor with their ongoing efforts to become a greener business. “The hotel has recognised that not only is a switch to sustainable energy good for the environment, it is also good for business in terms of reputation, new customers and a blooming green-tourism sector. “Traditional power stations burning fossil fuels are the single biggest cause of carbon dioxide emissions in the UK. The energy supplied by companies such as SmartestEnergy gives consumers the option to reduce their carbon footprint and aim for a greener future.” Power Solutions is one of the UK’s leading energy consultants and offer a variety of services from energy procurement and efficiency to new installations.


The company helps all sizes of businesses to reduce their energy costs for free through a full analysis and audit that identifies how savings can be made. Log on to www.powersolutionsuk.com for further information or call Mark Hallows or Roy Hulse on 01244 391 500.


Power Solutions’ Managing Director, Jeremy Taylor presents Chester Grosvenor’s, Finance Director, Fiona McBurnie with renewable energy certificate.


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