SOLAR INSTALLED AT BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL T
he installation of a 10 panel solar array, featuring Stokvis Energy Systems solar collectors and to serve existing facilities
Since June last year, there has been a lot of uncertainty and many mixed- messages surrounding Brexit and the effect it will have on the industry. However, Theresa May’s decision to hold a snap general election next month will hopefully bring some clarity to the situation going forward. Ahead of the election on 8 June,
the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) and the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) have launched a five-point engineering services manifesto. ECA CEO, Steve Bratt, and BESA chief executive, Paul McLaughlin, commented: “The next government has a great opportunity to deliver an investment and regulatory climate in which industry thrives, and where buildings and infrastructure support UK growth and productivity.” Lisa Peake - Editor
at Birmingham International Rail Station, is being assessed as a potential pilot for a wider roll out of renewable energy across facilities operated by Network Rail and Virgin Trains. The project at Birmingham International - a station that
serves both the NEC and the adjoining airport - was jointly commissioned by Network Rail and Virgin Trains, with renewables specialist Eco2Solar carrying out the installation of the Stokvis solar equipment. In addition to the 10 Stokvis DF100-6 evacuated tube collectors, offering a net absorber area of 10.69m, the manufacturer also supplied a Stokvis Solar Bloc Maxi pump-station and a Resol BX Plus differential temperature controller, providing up to eight sensor inputs. Richard Davis, the engineer in charge of the project for Virgin Trains, commented: “We chose to use Stokvis
equipment because I was already aware of the company’s reputation for offering high quality products and have previously attended a seminar on their systems and products. This was always going to be a challenging retrofit, but I believe we are going to see real savings.” The solar fluid contained within the solar collectors is circulated by the solar bloc pump station to a large
surface area coil, contained within a 1,000 litre stainless steel thermal storage vessel, which provides a ‘pre-heat' for the domestic hot water, serving the station’s toilets and the various shops and eateries around the main concourse linking to the airport and NEC. This solar preheat system raises the temperature of the incoming mains water from around 10°C to 35°C, and is expected to reach a figure of 55°C to 60°C in high summer. The pre- heated feed water then serves two existing gas fired water heaters, which then increase the DHWS to 60°C. This arrangement results in the gas fired water heaters not firing as regularly, or having to raise the cold water supply from 10°C to 60°C, as was previously the case. The installation also features a heat meter to measure the output from the panels in kilowatt hours. This
enables the client to assess not just the benefit of the system, but also the level of payment possible under the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI).
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POWER MANAGEMENT COMPANY KICKS OFF PARTNERSHIP WITH MANCHESTER CITY
Eaton announced it has become the official home energy storage partner of Manchester City Football Club. The multi-year deal reflects the club’s outstanding commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. The partnership marks the launch of a
limited edition of Eaton’s xStorage Home, said to be one of the most reliable and affordable residential energy storage systems on the market today. Using Eaton’s power quality technology and electronics, combined with second life or new electric vehicle (EV) batteries from vehicle manufacturer Nissan, the system will offer customers greater energy
independence and control. The technology enables customers to
increase their use of renewable energy and lower energy bills by up to fifty per cent. When connected to residential power supply and/or renewable energy sources, the unit helps save money by charging up when renewable energy is available or energy is cheaper, and releasing stored energy when demand and costs are high. The system works optimally when used alongside solar panels - storing energy when the sun is shining and releasing it when needed. Partnering with one of the world’s most
popular football clubs, Eaton will benefit from a
WAGO’s I/O system, 750 XTR, is extremely weather resistant and can operate from -40 °C up to +70 °C, making additional heating or cooling equipment unnecessary. It is highly resistant to electromagnetic interference as well as insensitive to vibrations and impulse voltages up to 5 kV, ensuring secure communications in demanding applications. With up to 16 channels in a 12 mm wide housing it requires less space, and has lower energy and maintenance costs; taking automation into extreme environments.
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joint marketing programme that reaches City fans throughout the UK. This partnership illustrates how the use of power management solutions and services can improve the quality of life and the environment. Damian Willoughby, senior VP of
Partnerships for City Football Group, explains: “We are delighted to be partnering with Eaton as this relationship exemplifies the club’s ongoing commitment to sustainability. Eaton shares City’s values of operating in a way that promotes a positive impact on our community and environment.”
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4 MAY 2017 | ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
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