PRODUCTS IN ACTION LIGHTING UPGRADE
System refurbishment improves lighting in office workspace
Lighting specialist TRILUX has completed a circular lighting upgrade at the Maidenhead office of engineering consultancy Sweco UK. By refurbishing and upgrading the existing fluorescent luminaires, the project significantly reduced waste and improved the quality and efficiency of lighting in the open-plan workspace.
The installation focused on luminaires LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR
Smart power installation supports new healthcare facility
ABB ELECTRIFICATION has completed a £1.5 million installation of low voltage smart power solutions at a new integrated centre for eye care, research and education in Camden, London. The project will support the centre’s critical energy requirements ahead of its planned opening in 2027. The facility is a joint initiative between
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, and Moorfields Eye Charity. Given the high energy demands of healthcare operations, the electrical installation was structured to provide both continuity and resilience in daily use. ABB’s scope covered the delivery
and commissioning of a complete low voltage power management system.
This included Protecta Plus and Protecta Power distribution boards, TruONE Automatic Transfer Switch units, and Moulded Case Circuit Breakers. The system is designed to maintain uninterrupted supply, safely transfer power to backup sources when required and isolate faulty circuits to prevent wider disruption. The modular design of the installed equipment also provides flexibility for future upgrades, allowing the system to adapt to changing operational requirements. ABB will continue to support the site through a multi- year servicing agreement, ensuring the installation remains reliable
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integrated into multi-service chilled beams on the first floor. Rather than replacing the fittings in full, many were retained and refurbished to extend their service life and minimise material disposal. This approach offered improvements in both performance and sustainability, while keeping disruption to the office environment low. A trial phase supported the project’s
approval, with TRILUX supplying a customised luminaire for testing. The demonstration showed how the original fittings could be modernised without major structural alterations. Outdated louvres were replaced with micro- prismatic diffusers, improving glare control and creating more consistent light levels across the open-plan area.
Conor O’Donoghue, operations
director at Sweco, says: “This project demonstrates the impact of thoughtful design and strong collaboration. At Sweco, we aim to lead by example when it comes to sustainability. By reusing and refurbishing rather than replacing, we not only minimised waste but improved the quality of the office lighting for our team. TRILUX supported us every step of the way, ensuring the results met both our operational needs and circular economy objectives.”
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PHOTOVOLTAICS
Moorcroft lights up with solar power
Solar panels have been introduced by HOLCIM UK at a Devon quarry to power part of its operations. The 208 panels have been installed on the rooftop of workshops at Holcim’s Moorcroft site in Plymouth. The site, which is home to a limestone
quarry, asphalt and ready-mix plants, is the latest location that the leading sustainable building solutions provider has brought solar to as part of its ongoing renewable energy rollout. The project, managed by Regenerco with installation carried out by Aniron, will be able to generate more than 76,000 kWh of power per year, equating to 2% of the site’s annual power needs and resulting in a saving of 15.9 tonnes of CO₂ emissions per year. The introduction of more renewable
energy sources is a key part of the company’s net zero strategy which aims to achieve zero emissions before 2050. It follows on from rooftop installations at its Hulland Ward, Bardon Hill and Callow sites in the last 12 months. Joanna Walker, energy manager at
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Holcim UK, said: “Our initial focus is on identifying suitable locations for roof mounted solar across our UK sites. “Moorcroft is a welcome addition to
the scheme we have already successfully implemented and helps us continue to roll-out renewable energy sources as part of our Net Zero Strategy, helping us
on our journey to zero emissions.” ■
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Renfrewshire Council will replace gas heating in two high-rise blocks in Gallowhill, Paisley, with Scotland’s largest networked ground source heat pump system. Delivered by KENSA, the renewable system will collect underground heat and distribute it to homes via individual shoebox heat pumps, providing efficient heating and hot water. Once installed, tenants will no longer
pay gas standing charges, simplifying bills and potentially reducing costs. The scheme forms part of wider regeneration in Gallowhill, including 65 low-carbon new homes and improved
routes to the new Paisley Grammar School. Mark Potter, regional manager
for Scotland at Kensa, comments: “We’re proud to be working with Renfrewshire Council on this landmark decarbonisation project. Networked heat pumps offer an effective, energy- efficient solution to help flats transition away from gas and other inefficient heating systems. By connecting each flat to this system we’ll help residents stay warm and comfortable during winter, while keeping energy use and
heating costs low.” ■
kensa.co.uk
EIBI | SEPTEMBER 2025
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