Ecotronic © Lighting Systems Case Studies
"EcoBAY® replaces factory high-bay lighting, reducing energy costs by 51%."
Johnson Tiles, are the UK's leading manufacturer & importer of ceramic wall and floor tiles. Based is Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire they have over 100 years experience, are committed to design, quality and the environment having won various accolades and awards.
"After initial consultation and survey, two areas were quickly identified where fast payback could be achieved by replacing existing discharge lighting with EcoBAY® fluorescent high bay system."
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The end of Kiln area required a lighting upgrade to meet CIBSE guidelines, where EcoBAY® replaced the existing 400watt lowbay lighting on a fitting for fitting basis unit consumption was reduced to 220watts.
Lighting design software ensured 300lux lighting levels would be achieved.
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"EcoBAY® IP54 was the only solution for adverse ambient conditions"
The second area, raw materials warehouse, was exposed to the elements. The lighting system required ingress protection, which was solved by our EcoBAY® IP54 sealed system. The system incorporates the latest in lighting technology, specially designed MIRO4 reflectors, combined with Tridonic® control gear - offering unparalled performance and customer peace of mind from the Tridonic® system guarantee, of up to 5 years.
Taking into consideration magnetic losses that exist within low-bay & high-bay discharge lighting, total consumption was reduced from 197,100 KHWR pa to 96,360 PA. At current electricity tariffs, this means a payback and return on investment in as little as 15 months. This is a total annual electricity saving of 100,740 kWh, a 51% reduction in energy costs - which at Johnson Tiles' current electricity price means an annual fiscal saving of £7,555. In addition the CO2 emissions had been reduced by 54 Tonnes per annum.
"15 Month Payback"
"Another significant benefit achieved from the lighting project was that the light level was increased by 45% thus helping to provide a safer working environment & meeting CIBSE guidelines."
Both projects have been succesful in reducing both emmissions and conserving energy and reflect Johnson Tiles commitment to reducing environmental impact wherever possible.
"Ecotronic Lighting Solutions 20/01/2010"
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Energy News
- Rising Energy Costs
Rising energy prices and higher taxes are the biggest worries facing British businesses in 2010 after the state of the economy, according to new research released today by the Carbon Trust.
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Lighting in buildings accounts for around a sixth of total UK electricity use. 73% is used in industrial and commercial application, with the balance in domestic applications.
- Farmers Carbon Trust Loans
Five months after the initial announcement by the government, the Carbon Trust is now officially extending its interest-free business loan scheme to UK farms in an effort to promote energy efficiency within the agricultural sector.
- Smart Metering : who benfits ?
Energy prices are expected to further rise with the mandated roll-out of smart meters to businesses, with the costs passed on under the pretence of the savings.
- Energy Efficiency Accelerator
A new scheme called the Industrial Energy Efficiency Accelerator, has been designed to spark a 'low carbon industrial revolution' Carbon Trust is now investing an extra £15 million in funding to help manufacturers become more energy efficient.
- CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme
As many as 5,000 businesses are expected to be forced to participate in the mandatory legislation, which will require companies to audit their carbon emissions and pay for carbon allowances to cover those emissions.
- 60% of UK Business's unaware of their commitments
With only three months before the start of the UK's new carbon reduction cap-and-trade scheme, more than half have done nothing to prepare for their approaching commitments.
- UK Energy Prices Will Only Go Up
The big six energy suppliers have told the regulator Ofgem that there is little chance of any further cuts in their tariffs this coming year, responding to calls from Ofgem for them to pass on more of the recent falls in wholesale energy costs.
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