Lakeside will be the largest transmission-connected BESS project in the UK, and it is an important project which truly moves the needle for the energy transition.
“We’re proud to have delivered the project efficiently, energized and connected on to National
The aims of the site chime with the UK government’s pledge to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. Net zero means a country takes as much of these planet-warming gasessuch as carbon dioxideout of the atmosphere as it
realise the full value of battery storage by connecting more people to more renewable power in our relentless pursuit of net zero.”
TagEnergy first secured a landmark debt package to finance the project under an innovative financing model in 2021.
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CHALLENGING
POWEREX GOLF DAY TO BE HELD ON JULY 2ND 2025
PowerEx Live Midlands 2025, will be held on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025. It aims to probe and discuss all the trends, opportunities and challenges for the GENSET, CHP & ENERGY industries.
At the Conference - PowerEx Live Midlands 2025 - the exhibit space is within the same room - and in a different room the (DCA) datacentre alliance will be holding seminars and presentations. PowerEx Live will be hosting some of the foremost energy speakers in the country with the most recent and cuttingedge content within the energy industry..
This regional UK event - with an associated Golf Tournament held the day before the event (on July 2nd, 2025) - offers all key sector players in the North of England an opportunity to assess new trends, connect and develop all under 1 roof over the course of 1 day. The official PowerEx Live 2024 Golf Tournament is held at the Belfry Hotel & Resort at Royal Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, UK, on Wednesday 2nd July, 2025 - this is the date before the event. The Belfry Spa, the site of the PowerEx Live 2025 Conference, also features three courses, including BRABAZON golf course. These are recognised as world-class, having previously hosted major golfing championship events.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at £135 per hole. There are Prizes – Nearest the pins on every Par 3 and 2 Longest Drive holes. This is also a great networking event and an opportunity to meet people from the Power & Energy Industries.
Final deadline for booking: April 30, 2025.
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NEW GREEN AMMONIA PARTNERSHIP HAS IMPLICATIONS FOR UK HYDROGEN SECTOR
Liebherr’s Mining and Components segment has announced a partnership with Bruno Generators Group (BGG), to work alongside to determine how each party’s expertise can be used to investigate low emission power generation with green ammonia as fuel.
BGG is a company which specialises in the design, development and production of cutting-edge power generators, battery energy storage systems and mobile energy solutions.
Liebherr has already investigated ammonia as a power source for dual-fuel internal combustion engines. The results of these investigations are promising and encourage the continued development of this solution.
Green ammonia is a hydrogen carrier which combines the advantages of lower transport and storage costs compared with compressed or liquified green hydrogen with its future usage as an energy vector in many areas of the world.
Generators and off-board power units running on green ammonia could provide low or zero emission ways of supplementing power supplies on site. Green ammonia generators could provide a reduced emission method of alleviating energy variations or blackouts on site while mobile off-board power units powered by green ammonia could power electric excavators from just outside of the pit, reducing both emissions and infrastructure requirements.
“We’re thrilled to be working with BGG in this incredibly exciting project. Their innovative mindset and tracked development and delivery of low emission solutions are a perfect match for us as we work towards our zero emissions targets,” says Oliver Weiss, executive vice president, R&D, engineering and production, LiebherrMining Equipment SAS. ‘
“When our combustion engines business unit saw promising results from ammonia as a low and zero emission power source after multiple test bench runs, we were excited to see how we could capitalise on this to provide even more ways our customers can pursue zero emissions,” he comments.
“We are very proud of partnering and joining forces with Liebherr Mining in this project. Together, we share a common vision with an uncompromised commitment to sustainability, and we strive to lead the industry in responsible practices,’” says Renato Bruno, chief executive officer, Bruno Generators Group.
“This partnership represents an incredible milestone in our pursuit of sustainable solutions for the benefit of our customers in the mining segment. Sharing and blending our respective expertise will further enhance and naturally boost our innovation mindset, accelerating our journey toward a net zero future.”
“We are excited to lay the foundation for this important step towards a low and zero emission solution for our mining customers,” concludes Steffen Apel, key account manager for combustion engines in the mining industry, Liebherr-Components AG.
Don’t miss PowerEx Live held on 12th December, 2024, London, UK
PowerEx Live 2024 - THURSDAY 12th DECEMBER, Location: LONDON, UK
PowerEx Live 2024 at London’s Park Plaza Hotel, will be held on Thursday 12th December, 2024.
PowerEx Live 2024 aims to offer the perfect networking opportunities for international professionals across the Genset, CHP, Data Centre and Consultancy industry sectors.
With conference speakers at GEN-SET, CHP & ENERGY LIVE (see pages 12 & 13) the top of their respective fields you can be sure to glean some valuable insights into the industry. The conferences are held alongside premier display space in a world class venue. This event has become a priority for all those in the power and energy markets. The conferences will run parallel with prime exhibitor space available in adjoining rooms. Do not miss this opportunity for networking with experts in all fields of CHP, Data Centres, Consultancy and Gensets.
The Power Hub Learning Zone
PowerEx Live 2024 will again feature a special Power Hub Learning Zone. The training experience will cover four subjects presented by different companies & speakers (see page 15 for details). The object is to teach, inspire and educate students, young people and fellow industry professionals about the importance of equipment familiarisation and other key aspects of the training experience within industry. This highlight of the UK’s Power & Energy calendar for 2024 is being held at . London’s iconic South Bank hotel, the Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge, London, SE1 7UT, UK.
Renato Bruno
Oliver Weiss
NEW BESS SYSTEM IS ALREADY IN OPERATION AT THE SITE OF A £130 MILLION
DEVELOPMENT
PROJECT
Bowmer & Kirkland, a UK construction company, has chosen BESS as its preferred power solution for cranes. An example of BESS usage at one of Bowmer & Kirkland’s projects - a £130 million contract in Manchester, UK, at the site of a student housing complex under construction. Onsite the BESS unit - supplied by rental company Select Plant - delivers power to two Terex CTL 180 luffing jib tower cranes, two twin hoists and 11 mast-climbing work platforms (MCWP). The BESS also supplies power to site offices, lighting and other electrical needs.
The Enertainer system currently deployed onsite to provide power is a fusion of the words “energy” and “container” and is manufactured by Ampd Energy. According to Ampd the Enertainer is an advanced, compact and connected battery energy storage system (ESS) to replace the dirty, noisy and hazardous diesel generators that power the world’s construction.
“The product comprises automotive-grade battery cells, designed into fire- and explosion-proof battery modules, driven by high-performance power electronics. Features, hardware and software carefully designed for the specific needs of construction sites. This is a state of the art battery system with high output power electronics powers the most demanding of loads. Enabling the use of zero or low carbon energy sources,” comments Tom Carter, Ampd’s business development manager in the UK.
The Enertainer features no direct “tailpipe” emissions. None of the harmful CO, CO₂ NOx, PM or SO₂ emissions of a diesel generator allowing for use in areas with poor ventilation. It is said to be nearly thirty-two times quieter than a diesel generator. Reduces noise pollution in the local community while allowing work to continue into noise sensitive hours.
BESS systems like these are said to eliminate diesel handling, spills and devastating diesel fires. Lack of moving parts makes the system orders of magnitude safer by design.
Internet connectivity enables remote monitoring, device management, remote troubleshooting and data analytics.
The Enertainer is said to be a drop-in replacement for most large diesel generators. Can be installed and ready for operation in under 2 hours.
The unit can remotely monitored by Ampd for any issues, with a fast and dedicated service team to support users onsite. The system offers automatic recharging, few maintenance requirements and a smart modular design means almost no downtime for site operations, reports the company.
For Bowmer & Kirkland, using a traditional approach using diesel generators would have required two 300 kVA generators for the cranes, two 100 kVA generators for the hoists and three 200 kVA generators for the MCWPs - a combined capacity of 1,660 kVA. Instead, a single large Enertainer unit provided by rental company Select Plant has been able to provide 2,500 kW of energy per week. The unit is plugged into grid power in a nearby building and receives a 44 Amp trickle charge while providing a nominal current of 663 Amps per minute. The unit has an overload capacity of 795 Amps per minute.
The BESS continuously charges, drawing varying amounts of energy from the grid depending on site activity, and has not yet dropped below 53 percent capacity. Each morning, the Enertainer is back to about 95%.
Tom Carter says a conventional diesel generator with a capacity of 1,660 kVA would emit 999 metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) annually. “We are removing 913 tonnes of this with the Enertainer.” This estimate is based on an emissions measure of 0.02 kg of CO2 per kWh of electricity generated, though actual emissions vary depending on the source of electricity.
Battery power offers other advantages over diesel, as well. For example, Bowmer & Kirkland previously used BESS instead of diesel generators for a £300 million residential project in the West Bar district of Sheffield, UK.
Featuring 17 and 19-storey buildings, the project was one of the first major UK construction sites to rely solely on battery power. In this case, a Dumarey Peak Power (formerly Punch Power) flywheel system was used to handle energy demand spikes.
The absence of a permanent power supply initially threatened to delay the commissioning of the building, but the battery system proved sufficient, allowing the commissioning of five floors of the development.
Bowmer & Kirkland said it is committed to the BESS approach. The company has adopted a policy of using battery power wherever feasible, with 11 batteries in use across different sites. It is now investing in its own equipment, with two Enertainer units on order.
UNDERSEA POWER PROJECT OFFERS MAJOR BENEFITS FOR
THE UK & IRELAND
Genesal Energy is providing technology for an undersea highway project designed to bring green energy to the UK and Ireland.
A huge HVDC interconnector will link Ireland and Great Britain to bring electricity to 350,000 homes. Greenlink, the colossal engineering project designed to bring clean energy to thousands of people.
The Greenlink HVDC interconnector is an immense undersea highway which features are as spectacular as its construction. The interconnector will have a capacity of 500 MW and a length of 160 kilometres, the distance separating the counties of Wexford in Ireland and Pembrokeshire in Wales. Its entry into service, scheduled for this year, will enable the supply of clean electricity pursuing the aim of achieving zero emissions. This project has been declared a Project of Common Interest by the EU).
For this mega project, delivered by Siemens Energy and Sumitomo Electric, Genesal Energy has designed three generator sets to provide emergency power at both ends of the giant interconnector.
Three special units developed at Genesal HQ in Northern Spain will guarantee the supply of the two vital facilities in the connection of the electricity grid of Great Britain and Ireland.
“If for any reason there were to be a lack of supply, it would cause
a major grid failure,” explains a member of Genesal’s engineering team, highlighting the importance of having precise, robust and extremely reliable contingency gensets.
For the Greenlink project, Genesal’s client, Siemens Energy, requested that the generators must be fully operated, controlled and monitored from the genset control panel. The solution provided consisted of bespoke generators including the following features:
- Bespoke soundproofing.
- Great Britain and Ireland
Regulations compliant in terms of air conditioning, motorised grilles or liquid retention systems. These latter trays fitted with sensors monitored from the control panel.
- Integrated into the container LoadBanks so that the generator sets are always in the optimum working load range.
According to the company, the Greenlink subsea interconnector project is ‘perfectly in line with Genesal’s company policy of putting innovation at the service of sustainability and the environment’.
TESTS ON ADVANCED DIESEL CONDITIONER MADE BY UK DEVELOPER INDICATE 14.5% REDUCTION IN TOTAL FUEL USE
SulNOx, a UK-based greentech company, has reported excellent test results involving its new SulNOxEco diesel conditioner in a generator set package.
Over a 5-week testing period, a 100 kVA generator was operated at a continuous 80% load capacity. Conducted at a controlled site, the test was independently monitored by Templant Group, with SulNOx personnel on hand as observers. Templant arranged fuel deliveries for the test and also applied the SulNOxEco product at a 1:2000 ratio. They also monitored the load, gen set status and fuel consumption. During the course of the test, a reduction in fuel consumption of 14.5% was reported. Emissions were also reduced: CO2 (-26.7%); SOx (-63%); NOx (-14%); CO (-7%); and Particulates, PM 10 and PM 2.5 (-96%). Commenting
on the generator study results, SulNOx CEO Ben Richardson comments: “These are among the most meaningful results to date and a reaffirmation of testimonials reported by clients globally. A generator, unlike a ship or truck, has no external influences (eg. tide, fuel types or driving style), therefore we are demonstrating the true effectiveness of SulNOxEco as an instant and meaningful solution to the climate crisis.”
SWITCH2 ENERGY BECOMES FIRST CARBON LITERATE ENERGY SUPPLIER
Switch2
Energy has announced that it has been accredited as the first energy supplier to achieve Silver Carbon Literate Organisation status, highlighting the organisation’s dedication to tackling climate change, reducing carbon emissions, and its commitment to working towards a zero-carbon future.
Carbon Literacy is defined as, “An awareness of the carbon dioxide costs and impacts of everyday activities, and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions, on an individual, community and organisational basis,” and revolves around a day’s worth of learning and action on climate change.
Switch2 Energy first engaged with Carbon Literacy through its commitment to sustainable business practices. The company developed a bespoke Carbon Literacy training course for internal use, resulting in staff receiving the training and becoming formally certified as Carbon Literate.
A Carbon Literate Organisation is an organisation that has been accredited by The Carbon Literacy Project as being “culturally Carbon Literate”, maintaining a substantial proportion of its workforce as Carbon Literate and demonstrating its Carbon Literacy through its organisational behaviour.
CLO accreditation is a tiered system with Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum levels, requiring increasing levels of commitment to action on climate change and creating a low-carbon culture.
To become accredited as a Silver Carbon Literate Organisation, Switch2 Energy trained 15% of staff from across 14 departments using bespoke Carbon Literacy training materials. Each trained individual pledged actions to reduce carbon across the organisation within the next two years. Switch2 has committed to regularly monitoring progress on these pledges, as well as increasing the total number of carbon literacy-trained staff across the organisation and updating sustainability practices.
Becoming the first Silver Carbon Literate energy supplier is a significant milestone for Switch2, setting a benchmark for the wider industry and demonstrating a commitment to a low-carbon culture within the workplace and beyond.
This accreditation aligns with Switch2’s broader goals of environmental stewardship and reflects a dedication to leading by example in the energy sector. To this end, Switch2 has also recently employed a sustainability manager to drive the organisation’s commitment to low-carbon practices and its overarching environmental, social, and governance targets.
Richard Harrison, CEO of Switch2 Energy, said: “Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do at Switch2 as we work towards a low carbon future. Becoming the first energy supplier to receive Silver Carbon Literacy status is a huge achievement, which recognises our team’s hard work and dedication. We believe that by empowering our staff with the knowledge and tools to reduce carbon emissions, we can make a meaningful impact on the environment as an organisation.”
Dave Coleman, Co-Founder and Managing Director of The Carbon Literacy Project, said: “Carbon Literacy is an essential skill, vital to every workplace, community, and place of study. It is the foundational knowledge, and a catalyst to empowering people to act on climate, however, Carbon Literacy is only the first step. By becoming a Silver accredited Carbon Literate Organisation, Switch2 Energy has demonstrated its commitment to genuine low carbon action, environmental and economic impact, and the building of a low carbon future for us all.”
Cathy Olphin, Sustainability Manager at Switch2 Energy, said:“With heat networks playing such a key role in tackling climate change, we are continually pushing to further embed sustainability into our operations. Our Silver Carbon Literate Organisation accreditation demonstrates our commitment to sustainability, inside and out, helping to equip our workforce with the necessary tools to champion the nation’s low-carbon ambitions.”
Switch2 is said to be the UK’s most experienced and capable provider of end-to-end solutions for heat networks. They make a success of heat networks owned by local authorities, housing associations and private developers. They help to optimise energy efficiency, manage renewable energy, and focus on well-performing schemes, whilst minimising costs to the resident.
NEW 2MW BATTERY STORAGE SYSTEMS HAVE NOW BEEN
DEVELOPED
Himoinsa’s family of battery power storage and distribution systems reaching 2 MW with the addition of the EHR 45/70 and EHR 45/90 in 50 Hz, and the EHR 30/70 and EHR 30/90 in 60 Hz, all incorporated into the EHR25 canopy.
According to the company, available energy is increased by up to 33% and storage capacity expanded by increasing the height of the unit, creating more space to accommodate eight additional battery modules. UKPN’s Aidan Turnbull visits Madrid, Spain, to learn more about the company’s new initiatives.
“We are continuously working towards developing new models, as we believe the market demands diversity and complementarity of battery systems,” said Agustín Rodrigo, Himoinsa storage and battery systems product manager.
“Each sector calls for different storage capacities and available power in units of varying sizes, which is why we offer a complete portfolio of up to 2 MW.”
The main sectors and sites where the EHR | Battery Power Generator power storage and distribution systems are utilized
are construction projects, where the systems can work with low load profile equipment such as generator sets or cranes. Rodrigo said that “with this equipment we can reduce both consumption as well as maintenance, which directly affects emissions, reducing them by as much as 50%.”
The systems’ lithium ferrophosphate batteries enable the units to operate independently, with zero noise and emissions. They can also be integrated with a diesel- or gas-powered generator set, a connection to the public electricity grid or renewable energy integration such as solar panels to ensure greater power efficiency and optimize emissions and noise, the company stated. The batteries are designed to offer a useful life of 6,000 cycles, or approximately five years based on one cycle per day.
EHR systems come with the HiCore System, an internally designed management technology that Himoinsa said selects the optimal power source based on each load situation. This provides a more efficient and environmentally-friendly power solution by prioritizing aspects such as increasing efficiency and reducing emissions, increasing sustainability and flexibility and optimising energy resources, the company has said.
Pre-set work modes can be selected for different applications or modes of use, including: Plug & Play, Low Loads - low load profile, Peak Shaving, & UPS.
SPECIALIST HEAT EXCHANGERS DESIGNED TO SUIT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Demand for renewable energy are fuelling a surge in the power generation industry. Some of the products Thermex has developed for this industry include oil coolers, header tank heat exchangers and exhaust gas heat exchangers.
These products can be combined to form a CHP (system which can keep the engine cool but also recover heat from the exhaust gas that can be used to heat a water circuit.
The Thermex shell and tube heat exchanger range includes hydraulic oil coolers, marine oil coolers, charge air coolers and swimming pool heat exchangers, all of which feature a fully floating tube bundle designed to prevent fatigue from thermal expansion and improve serviceability.
In addition to this, the Thermex 2700 and 2800 Series Heat Exchangers are fitted with twin seals
and witness rings as standard to provide maximum protection against cross fluid contamination.
Thermex shell and tube heat exchangers are designed to be as flexible as possible. By changing the materials of the headers and tubes, the heat exchangers can be used in fresh water and marine environments. The number of fluid passes on both circuits can be adjusted ensuring that the heat exchanger can perform at its most optimal level before increasing the size. This can improve efficiency and reduce costs for customers. The company says it can also design shell and tube heat exchangers with unique characteristics.
DESSIDE PLANT WILL PRODUCE GREEN ELECTRICITY AND GAS FOR LOCAL INDUSTRY
Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK (TMUK) has hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of an anaerobic digester (AD) at its engine plant in Deeside, North Wales (TMUK-D). This month sees work begin on a new waste-to-energy plant. The facility is designed to provide TMUK-D with green electricity and gas directly via underground cabling and piping, replacing the current grid power supply.
The £282 million privately-funded venture has been conceived by D SPV, ABRDN and PWC and is being built by bioconstruct. The site will deal with about180,000 tonnes of waste a year, converting this into biomethane by anaerobic digestion. The biomethane will replace the current natural gas supply, avoiding emissions of around 2,900 tonnes of CO2 per year.
TMUK-D will take a lead in environmental innovation with this project. The plant will be able to end the use of fossil fuel in its processes and serve as a model for sustainable manufacturing within Toyota.
Ken Skates, the Welsh Cabinet Secretary for North Wales and Transport, comments: “TMUK’s Deeside manufacturing plant is an important player in North Wales’s economy. This development is a key step for the plant to decarbonise its high-value manufacturing operation, and the local partnership on which the project is built represents an exciting collaboration for local businesses and the wider community in North Wales.”
Richard Finchett, director TMUK Deeside, reports: “This anaerobic digester is a critical step in demonstrating Toyota’s leadership in sustainable manufacturing. We are excited to pioneer this technology, which will not only support our aim of Deeside becoming carbon-zero, but also set new benchmarks for the automotive industry’s contribution to combating climate change.”
ASDA INVESTS IN TWO NEW BIO-LNG STORAGE FACILITIES
Asda has invested in two new bio-LNG (liquefied natural gas) refuelling facilities in the UK, as the retailer aims to continue reducing overall carbon emissions. Working closely with Gasrec –a commercial fuel provider in the UK – the new refuelling facilities in Warrington and Dartford in England now mean Asda has 13 fully operational bio-LNG stations strategically located across the UK.
Through the new infrastructure, the company said it will continue its efforts to decarbonise its operations, aiming to achieve net zero operations by 2040.
John Rogerson, central fleet operations manager at Asda, said: “LNG is currently the leading alternative fuel option for operators like ourselves and with over 780 LNG vehicles, we operate the largest fleet of LNG fuelled equipment in the UK.
“Our continued investment in a UK-wide LNG distribution network forms an essential part of our objective to reduce overall carbon emissions across our operations, and towards building a sustainable business for the future.”
James Westcott, chief commercial officer of Gasrec, says: “We have forged a strong relationship with Asda and it’s a real pleasure to be able to deliver these two latest facilities for them, as they continue to expand their growing gas fleet and invest in a cleaner and greener fuel source.”
INTEGRATED CHP & BATTERY STORAGE AT A RECYCLING PLANT
Working with BioteCH4, a leading UK commercial food waste management company, Edina has integrated CHP engines and battery storage to make Holme Bioenergy, a food waste recycling plant, independent of the grid. treating food waste feedstock,
The Holme Bioenergy site currently delivers gas to grid, utilises thermal heat on site and has a private wire to a neighbouring engineering and construction business Park Fabrications.
The project was described as a ‘superb example of maximising assets’ by the UK’s AD and Biogas Industry Judging Panel.
As a consquence, in July 2024 Edina’s microgrid project with BioteCH4 was recognised at the AD and Biogas Industry Awards 2024 in the ‘Best Biogas Plant Above 1MWe Equivalent’ category.
Leveraging low-carbon natural gas in Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plants not only elevates BioteCH4’s carbon positioning but also paves the way for biogas or biomethane fuel utilisation, with the potential for transitioning to hydrogen blends in the future.
The co-location for Battery Energy Storage and Standby Generation
provides additional energy resilience, operational continuity and asset flexibility for future site expansion.
“By working in unison, these transformative technologies champion BioteCH4’s future growth by securing its energy production through sustainable sources and are aligned with its energy transition pathway. Congratulations to the teams at BioteCH4 and Edina for delivering another recognised project,” comments Adam Bloom, Edina CEO.
The AD and Biogas Industry Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and innovations in the global anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas sectors.
Co-organised by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) in partnership with the World Biogas Association (WBA), the awards ceremony, held 10 July 2024 at the NCC in Birmingham, UK, recognised the exceptional international contributions of individuals, companies and projects.
These contributors have all demonstrated excellence and leadership in advancing the biogas industry, says the ADBA.
40MW FIELD NEWPORT SITE WILL SOON BE OPERATIONAL
Clarke Energy is moving towards completion on the 40MWh Field Newport battery storage site in South Wales, with an expected operational date in the third quarter of 2024.
This significant step forward underscores the company’s commitment to supporting the UK’s energy decarbonisation targets by providing advanced renewable energy solutions.
Chris Wickins, Technical Director at Field explains: “With Clarke Energy’s comprehensive experience delivering renewable energy
projects, and Trina Storage’s battery technology, we’re looking forward to Field Newport becoming operational and helping create a more reliable, flexible, and greener grid.”
MWM RAM
ONSITE POWER GENERATION AND CHP FLEXIBILITY WILL BOOST SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES
Barry Hurst, Head of B2B Sales, UK and Ireland, outlines the work that Enel X has done to support the sustainability initiatives and on-site power generation efforts of a major food company, through innovative use of CHP within the energy flexibility markets.
A global, farmer-run cooperative with significant operations and brands in Great Britain and Ireland is boosting its sustainability initiatives and on-site power generation to meet its Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) sustainability goals.
The production and processing of dairy products have thermal energy intrinsically built into their processes. Clarification and pasteurisation require temperatures of up to 95°C, and cooling and refrigeration are crucial parts of dairy storage and distribution. As a result, dairy manufacturers require resilient, robust, flexible and efficient energy sources to support the production process.
One particular food producer has ambitious sustainability plans and targets in place, which have been approved by the Science-Based Target Initiative. It aims to to have transitioned to 100% renewable electricity by 2025 and reduce its scope 1 and 2 emissions by 63%, and scope 3 emissions by 30% per kilo of raw milk by 2030. The company has already implemented numerous sustainability projects, from investing in renewable energy to converting its heavy and long-distance vehicle fleets to run on alternative fuels, through to replacing over 80% of its UK site lighting to energy efficient LEDs.
Combined heat and power (CHP) plants are core to the business’s on-site operations. These are an efficient way to harness wasted energy from the heat and steam that is needed for dairy processing. CHPs capture thermal energy that would otherwise be lost and repurposing it for additional heating, cooling, or generating electricity for other critical assets. Using on-site CHP plants is more efficient and less carbon-intensive than importing power from the grid.
As a form of on-site power generation, the firm’s CHPs put it in a strong position to support grid flexibility by participating in the Capacity Market. This means it can help to balance energy demand to stabilise the national grid, while reducing emissions and creating an additional revenue stream.
Since 2020, the dairy manufacturer has partnered with Enel X to capitalise on the flexibility that its CHP plants make available to the grid. As its initial participation was at a single site that processes and produces a significant proportion of the UK’s milk, it was essential that the whole solution did not disrupt operations.
Enel X worked closely with the business to ensure that its existing infrastructure at the initial site met the requirements for Capacity Market access. This avoided having to install expensive new equipment and helped to minimise the cost of participation.
The continual process and operational requirements of dairy production mean it cannot curtail its load. This makes the Capacity Market the most appropriate market to participate in as it presents an opportunity to create revenue from CHPs without having to turn down production.
The Capacity Market scheme supports the electricity grid by balancing available supply with demand, especially when the grid is experiencing heightened demand. Capacity Market customers earn revenue by modifying their energy consumption or production in response to grid signals. By ensuring its CHPs produce power above its contractual minimum, participants make additional capacity available to support grid stability and flexibility when the grid is experiencing high demand.
The co-operative’s entry to the scheme includes compliance, data analysis and testing, and submissions to the Electricity Market Reform Settlement body. When the first site’s Capacity Market access proved successful, participation was extended to five further dairies and creameries that used CHPs. Since first participating in the Capacity Market in 2020, the dairy producer has generated over £1.25 million in revenue and unlocked a consistent stream of new revenue every year.
The CHP plants enable the company to participate in the Capacity Market while maintaining efficient production processes at all six participating sites. As CHPs use power produced on site, directly feeding into the consumption source, there is less reliance on the national grid for power, which effectively frees up capacity that can be used elsewhere.
Every site, farm, or dairy is different, and support from Enel X helped the business understand what was possible at an initial dairy site. The rapid expansion to further locations is a testament to the partnership and the benefits that working with a leading Capacity Market expert can create.
To find out more, contact Enel X at www.enelx.com/uk/en/contact-us
1,650 KVA DIESEL GENSET FOR A KEY COMMERCIAL BUILDING IN LONDON
Bells Power Group Ltd has recently delivered a P1650 diesel genset to the 76 Upper Ground project in London
Special features of the project include the Lift, delivery and extensive generator enclosure, plus a side- mounted exhaust silencer and SCR arrangement.
A spokesman comments: “The customer requested a solution to combat air discharge back pressures against solid cladding.
“Bells moved the whole unit away from the cladding and installed a bespoke, fully-accessible turning bend to redirect the air and saving the cladding from experiencing high temperature air exhaust possible damage.”
A genset from the 730 - 2500 kVA range, the P1650 from FG Wilson is described as ‘proven in the field’.
This range of generator sets is capable of providing reliable power for critical applications including: mini power stations, data centres, large factories, airports, hospitals, large retail stores, and the financial sector.
The set features custom-built weatherproof and acoustic enclosures tailored to suit any application. Providing personnel
access and separate components for cooling, they make generator set installation and maintenance as quick and easy as possible, says the manufacturer.
The set is powered by the 12cylinder Perkins 4012. This engine has proven reliability in prime and standby installations in all key sectors, such as manufacturing facilities, hospitals, and data centres.
The 4012 engines have a reputation for exceptional power-toweight ratios and compact designs, making them simple to transport and install.
The refurbishment and extension of 76 Upper Ground (the IBM Building) will provide 420,000sqft gross of office and retail space.
The building, recently listed as Grade II, was designed by Sir Denys Lasdun and completed in 1983. It is being refurbished and extended and - according to the architects - will ultimately form “a highly-efficient and flexible modern day commercial office space of the highest sustainable standards, providing a long-term future for the listed building and significantly improving its setting within the local conservation area and river frontage”.
2 X 1,100 KVA DIESEL GENSET FOR A LARGE UK HOSPITAL
Barry Hurst
The Midlands Hospital NHS Foundation Trust needed a standby power solution - two 2 x KD1100 gensets - to provide vital back-up power for the facility in case of a power failure.
WB Power Services Ltd (WBPS) won the contract to specify, design, and install two key substations, reports UKPN.
The main challenge was to meld all the different elements the hospital authorities requested into a seamless single solution. Additionally, the generators had to be configured so that either
generator could feed power to the other package.
WBPS specified Relhko’s KD1100 generator alongside the a KH03860T alternator. The contract featured a compact, fuel-efficient, power-dense, and highly reliable 12-cylinder, 2-litre KD27V12.
UNIQUE ALTERNATOR CHOSEN FOR RECENT UK NHS BACKUP POWER EQUIPMENT
Green Power Systems has been involved in the installation of standby power - based on a Cummins QSK78G9 - for an NHS hospital in the UK, ensuring the healthcare facilities had access to reliable back up power and playing a critical role in uninterrupted power supply, particularly during emergencies and grid failures.
The standby power installed provides a reliable backup power source, enabling them to continue their critical operations, such as life-saving medical procedures and patient care, even during power outages.
Green Power collaborated with STAMFORD | AvK during the specification process of the project for their expertise in power solutions and their understanding of the healthcare sector which played a crucial role in ensuring that the systems met the stringent requirements of hospitals.
Green Power Systems Srl is a leader in the design and manufacture of diesel generator sets. Green Power has achieved a primary position in both the Italian and international market thanks to its strength points: high quality products, reliable performances, worldwide after sales service and global dealers network.
The most relevant aim of Green Power, says the company, is ‘total customers’ satisfaction with the constant improvement of the products and services, with continuous innovation and technologies at the forefront and with a team of professionals which is always committed to establish professional as well as interpersonal consolidated relationships with collaborators and customers’.
Green Power reports that it is engaged in activities to support is local community and currently offers a broad product range with low emissions systems to suit multiple kinds of applications. Its systems are designed to meet the power requirements of various projects; with a capacity of 3000kVA, and solutions from the company cater to a wide range of applications, from residential to industrial projects.
The alternator installed in the Green Power gensets bought by a UK hospital - gensets based on the Cummins QSK78G9 - is recognised as a crucial component in power generation systems. The alternator specified in this contract is the STAMFORD P80 HV at 2500kV.
A spokesman comments: “One of the key considerations in selecting the STAMFORD P80 HV alternator for this project was its ability to withstand vibrations while maintaining optimal performance, in addition to its reliable and efficient reputation.
“STAMFORD alternators were specifically selected for their reliability and high level of quality which plays a crucial role in the healthcare sector,” concludes the spokesman.
The prime mover, the Cummins QSK78G9 is responsible for converting fuel into mechanical energy, driving the alternator to generate electricity, ensuring efficiency, durability and optimal performance in their power generation systems. The generator sets were installed in containers to minimise noise levels, ensuring a quiet and conducive environment within the hospital premises.
‘Green Power’s expertise in providing specialised solutions for the healthcare sector was instrumental in the successful implementation of this project. By understanding the unique requirements and regulations governing hospitals, Green Power tailored its solutions to meet the specific needs of these critical facilities’, says the company
DNV AND PARTNERS COLLABORATE TO DECARBONISE UK ELECTRICITY NETWORK BY CUTTING GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS FROM SULPHUR HEXAFLUORIDE
DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, in collaboration with leading partners from various sectors, including business, research, and technology, is undertaking a groundbreaking project aimed at managing sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) in the UK’s electricity transmission network.
SF6, commonly used to insulate live electrical parts, interrupt the flow of electrical current, and more generally connect the generation and storage of renewable energy, offers numerous benefits but is a potent greenhouse gas with significant effects on global warming.
The project’s key objective is to reduce SF6 emissions and facilitate the transition to SF6-free alternatives, aligning with the UK’s clean energy goals.
To achieve this, the project will focus on enhancing the understanding and handling of SF6 alternatives, developing new retrofill solutions for existing equipment, and developing energy-efficient disposal methods for SF6 once it is removed from assets.
The alternator installed in the Green Power gensets bought by a UK hospital - gensets based on the Cummins QSK78G9 - is recognised as a crucial component in power generation systems. The alternator specified in this particular contract is the STAMFORD P80 HV at 2500kV.
By addressing these critical knowledge gaps, the project, led by National Grid Electricity Transmission, will help to develop a net zero electricity network and support the UK’s clean energy objectives.
DNV, as project partner, will act as overall project manager, providing techno-economic and substation subject matter expertise.
Partners involved in this international collaborative effort
include National Grid Electricity Transmission PLC (lead), The University of Manchester, SP Transmission PLC, Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission PLC, DILO Armaturen und Anlagen GmbH, and WIKA Instruments Limited. These partners bring a unique combination of technical and economic perspectives to the project, covering the whole life cycle of SF6 emissions considerations.
“This collaborative effort will deliver unique insights through the performance testing and demonstration of SF6-alternatives in service,” said Jack Thomas, Senior Consultant and DNV Project Lead. “By developing in-service knowledge of SF6-free alternatives and improving energy-efficient disposal methods, we are taking significant strides towards reducing SF6 emissions and supporting the UK’s clean energy transition.”
The significance of this project extends beyond national boundaries. SF6 is the most potent known greenhouse gas, and its leakage represents a substantial controllable source of emissions for Transmission Owners (TOs) such as NGET. The outcomes of this project hold relevance not only for the UK but also for other transmission system operators (TSOs) facing similar challenges globally. Indeed, SF6 will also be phased out in all new equipment for electrical transmission (“switchgear”) by 2032 in the EU. The project’s insights and strategies can be applied to achieve deep decarbonization of electricity networks.
£2 BILLION INVESTMENT WILL BE MADE IN UK RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS
BY 2030
Octopus Energy plans to invest £2 billion in UK renewable energy projects by 2030, including new solar farms and battery storage - the investment will fund new solar farms and battery storage to increase the UK’s clean energy capacity. The company has already agreed on deals for four new solar farms in Bristol, Essex, East Riding of Yorkshire and Wiltshire.
These projects are predicted to generate enough electricity to power 80,000 homes and are expected to be operational between 2025 and 2026 with a 30MW battery installed at one of the solar sites.
Octopus Energy has begun work on a 12MW battery in Cheshire, which will store power and help balance the grid by providing electricity to nearly 10,000 homes each day. Zoisa North-Bond, Chief Executive Officer of Octopus Energy Generation, comments: “This £2 billion investment in homegrown renewables will help boost our energy security and pave the way for a more affordable energy future. Solar and onshore wind are among the cheapest energy sources available.”
Octopus Energy is a global clean energy tech business, driving the affordable, green energy system of the future. Under its own retail brand, Octopus delivers world-class customer service and cutting edge energy products to 7.7 million households globally. Its operations span 18 countries and the entire energy value chain. The group invests in, builds and flexibly manages renewable energy, operating a £6 billion portfolio of projects – one of Europe’s largest operations.
GENSET COMPANY REBRANDS
Kohler Energy has changed its name to Rehlko, a move which follows hard-onthe-heels of the company’s acquisition by Platinum Equity - it bought Kohler Energy from the Kohler Company earlier in 2024.
“We are embracing our future as an independent company with the new Rehlko brand and celebrating our legacy and our commitment for tackling the most complex energy challenges, and the values that guide everything we do and stand for,” says Brian Melka, Rehlko chief executive officer.
“Our company’s new name is derived from the six letters of Kohler and reflects the reliability, resolve, reinvention, and resilience that have been – and will remain – the hallmarks of this organization in addressing the ever-evolving distributed energy needs of the marketplace.”
The new company - Rehlko - will operate as an independent business, initially made up of Kohler Power Systems and Kohler Engines. The
change will take full effect by December 2024. Platinum Equity will be the majority owner of Rehlko, with Kohler Company remaining as an investment partner.
Rehlko operates a broad portfolio including power systems, engines, uninterruptible power, home energy with a range of businesses: Clarke Energy, Curtis Instruments, and Heila Technologies. Kohler Power Systems and Kohler Engines will lead the enterprise portfolio brand transition by officially becoming Rehlko branded by the end of 2024.
“This rebranding is more than just a clever name change. The letters that comprise the name Rehlko reflect our 100-plus years of rich heritage under the Kohler brand and represent a bold step forward in our journey to continue building and powering a sustainable energy future,” says Francis Perrin of Rehlko. “Our new brand repositions our business at the forefront of innovation and energy resilience technology.”
CONTAINERISED SOLUTIONS FOR CRITICAL POWER APPLICATIONS THROUGHOUT THE UK
Cummins Power Generation has expanded the release of its Centum Force fully integrated containerised generator sets to serve 50-Hz markets, especially for those applications requiring critical power, including data centres, airports, hospitals, banks, manufacturing plants, temporary power, rental applications and more.
Ignacio Gonzalez, executive director of Cummins Power Generation Europe Middle East India and Africa, explained to UKPN:
“As data centres and missioncritical industries expand rapidly, we’re committed to offering solutions that combine exceptional engineering with effortless deployment.
“We believe that Centum Force is the containerised solution our customers are seeking. It delivers faster commissioning times, lower upfront costs, a compact footprint, simpler transportation and reduced lead times.”
Cummins is currently promoting four models at different power nodes across the 50-Hz range based on the Cummins QSK60 heavy-duty, V-16 four-cycle industrial diesel engine: the C2000D5-PB (2,000 kVA), C2250D5-PB (2,250 kVA), C2500D5A-PB (2,500 kVA) and C2750D5B-PB (2,750 kVA).
The 40-ft. containerised gensets have been optimised for diverse critical power requirements regardless of environmental conditions.
According to the company they are engineered for ease of transport and layout flexibility, prioritising performance, noise reduction, ease of installation, serviceability, layout choices and stackability.
Cummins said the units offer up to 34% space utilisation savings over traditional build designs - they are also designed to enable faster installation and commissioning. The advanced paralleling control module supports quick startup of multiple units paralleled for power demands in emergency situations, said Cummins.
Other design features include an integrated cooling system; connection sockets for easy installation and servicing; a fire detection and suppression system; and PowerCommand Control 3.3 and PowerCommand Cloud remote monitoring system.
All four models are described as being compliant with CE and ISO 8528 standards and produced in ISO 9001-certified facilities. They are backed by a comprehensive two-year warranty and supported by Cummins’ global network of service and dealer locations.
The Cummins C2000D5-PB (2,000 kVA)
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NEW 200KW DATA CENTRE LOAD BANK DESIGNED FOR INTEGRATED SYSTEMS
TESTING IN THE UK
Crestchic has announced the launch of a new 200kW load bank, which has been built specifically for use in data centres. With more than 40 years of experience in the design, manufacture, sales and rental of load banks and power testing solutions, Crestchic has extensive experience in the data centre sector, reports UKPN.
Following comprehensive customer research Crestchic has launched a stackable 200kW load bank, designed to make heat load testing of server halls and electrical infrastructure simpler, faster, and more efficient.
Paul Brickman, Commercial Director at Crestchic, explains: “Having served the sector for many years, we have been able to collaborate with key customers to get to the crux of what they require from a load bank.”
He explains: “By taking that experience and insight back to our engineering team, we have been able to build a solution that fits an exacting specification. The result is a machine that provides an ideal solution for integrated system tests, is easy to operate, and easy to store.
“As higher data centre density becomes the norm, testing cooling systems and
performing integrated systems tests is increasingly important – this product meets that need.”
At just 1159mm x 876mm x 983mm the load bank has a small enough footprint for operators to link multiple machines and strategically place them at intervals around the hall. This makes it possible to closely mimic the heat generated by servers, replicating airflow patterns and rack configuration such as hot and cold aisles.
Multiple load banks can be configured and controlled using just one LC10 handheld digital controller, enabling fully-remote operation and simple management of incremental loads. This allows operators to use up to 20 linked load banks (4MW) to verify that the cooling installation is operating to specification in the server hall and within safe parameters.
Crestchic’s stackable 200kW loadbank designed for heat load testing in server halls.
“We have been able to build a solution that fits an exacting specification. The result is a machine that provides an ideal solution for integrated system tests, is easy to operate, and easy to store. Testing cooling systems and performing integrated systems tests is increasingly important – this product meets that need.”
Operators can also check the redundancy of the system should a cooling unit fail, and to verify that there are no hot spots that may require reconfiguration.
In addition to heat load testing, the units are invariably connected to Power Distribution Units (PDUs), facilitating testing of the data centre’s electrical infrastructure, including power to servers, switches, bus track power units, feed tracks, tap offs, and other devices.
With heavy duty casters, the new 200kW data centre loadbank has been built for easy manoeuvrability and can be positioned at each PDU in the server hall, for full system testing.
The units have one of the lowest Delta T rises on the market at below 100°C (at the exhaust face), helping to ensure a more accurate simulation of real-world conditions, and providing a more accurate test of the cooling system’s ability to handle the actual heat load it will encounter during operation.
The load bank boasts a compact, stackable design, enabling the units to be safely stacked two high, reducing the storage footprint when stored. They have also been built to ensure that there are no awkward shapes or protrusions, which could be subject to knocks and bumps. Noise levels are lowest in class at 83dBA at 1m, an important consideration when operating inside
Paul adds: “With the sector now expecting 99.999% uptime as standard, it is important that data centre operators test their critical systems.
“Using these units for integrated systems testing pushes the systems to their limits by simulating real-world scenarios like full load operation, power outages, and cooling system failures.
“As well as helping to identify any weaknesses or bottlenecks before critical IT equipment is deployed, the test generates valuable data on system performance under different loads, providing a baseline for future reference that can support maintenance and troubleshooting down the line.”
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CABLES
UNDERGROUND POWER CABLES FOR LONDON ARE PART
OF A £7MILLION
INITIATIVE
More than 4.5 kilometres of 33,000-volt underground power cables will be replaced between Sydenham Park and Churchfields Road in south London, reports UKPN.
UK Power Networks will invest more than £7 million in replacing 4.5 kilometres of underground cables between Sydenham Park and Churchfields Road in south London.
The new 33,000-volt cables will be the latest design to maintain safe and reliable power supplies to customers in the local area, as more people use low carbon technologies such as heat pumps and electric vehicle (EV) chargers in future.
According to statistics published by the Department for Transport, EV registrations across Lewisham and Bromley have increased by 80% yearon-year since 2018.
The project started in Sydenham Park in March this year and will take around 22 months to complete, with Churchfields Road being the last section of electricity network to receive an upgrade.
Project development manager at UK Power Networks, Alun Read said: “This is one of a number of high-profile schemes we are delivering across London and the South East over the next five years.
“Successful delivery of these projects will result in a more secure network to meet future needs. This will also help the UK towards achieving Net Zero
by enabling the installation of new EV charging points, heat pumps, renewable generation and battery storage facilities.”
To limit disruption to residents and businesses, UK Power Networks has combined two projects together for 2.2km of the cable route.
They will share the same trenches to avoid digging up the area twice. The team will also use a new section of cable already installed in Penge High Street between Crystal Palace Park Road and Oakfield Road, to avoid roadworks in the High Street.
With support from the Greater London Authority, work is underway to identify opportunities to collaborate with other utilities to deploy a ‘dig-once’ approach.
This will mean that at points, two or more utilities may work in a shared trench, avoiding multiple excavations over time and minimising disruption to residents, businesses and road users.
On Laurel Grove and Blean Road in Bromley, UK Power Networks has collaboratively planned joint works with Southern Gas Networks (SGN), saving residents months of potential disruption from streetworks.
These collaborative schemes will be rolled out wherever possible along this and other major cable routes. Deputy Mayor of London for
for Planning, Regeneration and Skills, Jules Pipe CBE, said: “As the GLA, local authorities and utilities prioritise decarbonisation and affordable home delivery for London, it is important that the construction process also delivers benefits to local communities.
“Increased, long-term collaboration between the infrastructure providers ensures that delivery is streamlined and as minimally disruptive as possible to Londoners.
“UK Power Networks and utilities working with the GLA are identifying ways to compound benefits to local residents as these cables are laid, including collaborating with SGN to deliver gas and power upgrades together in Bromley.
“This
is one of a number of highprofile schemes we are delivering across London and the South East over the next five years.
Successful delivery of these projects will result in a more secure network to meet future needs. This will also help the UK towards achieving Net Zero by enabling
the installation of new heat pumps & renewable generation.”
“I look forward to seeing UK Power Networks build on these efforts to collaborate across more of their major route network in London, meeting long-term infrastructure needs and working collectively towards Net Zero by 2030.”The Mayor’s Infrastructure Coordination Service plays a crucial role helping utilities and other infrastructure providers collaborate.”
Kieran Coughlan, director of Capital Programme at the electricity company, said: “This is one of many projects that we are working on to enhance the resilience of the electricity network and cater for future demand.
“Investing in these projects benefits hundreds of thousands of customers who will have improved infrastructure in the South London area and may want to be using low-carbon technologies like EVs and heat pumps as the UK moves towards Net Zero.
“Working closely with stake holders such as the Greater London Authority makes these investments run as smoothly and efficiently as possible, we have ongoing collaboration and shared goals for the community.”
UK Power Networks owns and runs the cables and substations which deliver electricity from the national grid to 8.5 million homes and businesses across London, the South East and East of England, serving approximately 20 million people.
As the country’s biggest electricity distributor, it has invested more than £6.4 billion in its electricity networks since 2011, focusing on safety, network reliability, sustainability and affordability by caring for vulnerable customers and keeping costs low.
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CHP SYSTEM FOR A TOP TEA MANUFACTURER IS POWERED BY GAS GENSETS
Twinings is the world’s third largest tea producer. The company belongs to the Associated British Foods (ABF) group.
The Twinings factory in Poland, which began production in 2011, is the largest fully-automated tea factory in Europe, producing more than 500 different blends of this popular beverage. In 2022, Twinings made the decision to invest in a combined heat and power plant & additional cooling. UKPN has the story.
Twinings’ decision to invest in a combined heat and power plant with additional cooling production system was driven by the need to reduce the carbon footprint and save on energy costs.
After all, these costs significantly affect the final price of the products offered. It was also important to use energy more efficiently, stabilise its supply and reduce CO2 levels in the production process. Twinings reduced its CO2 emission by 2,400 metric tons per year by investing in cogeneration.
The realisation of the project was entrusted to Centrum Elektroniki Stosowanej which is the MWM official distributor in Poland where the factory is based.
CES has completed nearly 150 cogeneration projects, making it a leading supplier of combined
heat and power systems in Poland.
The purpose of the project was to implement a trigeneration system based on two MWM modules: TCG 3016 V12 with an electrical output of 600 kW and a thermal output of 680 kW, and TCG 3016 V08 with an electrical output of 399 kW and a thermal output of 443 kW. In addition to electricity and heat, the trigeneration system produces a third medium, which in this case is chilled water.
The absorption chiller, with a cooling capacity of 865 kW, produces cooling from the heat received from the gas gensets. In normal operation, the trigeneration system covers the entire heat demand, 50% of the electricity demand and a large part of the cooling demand.
Thermal energy produced in the form of hot water is used in the winter season for heating
“The purpose of the Twinings project was to implement a trigeneration system based on two MWM modules: TCG 3016 V12 with an electrical output of 600 kW and a thermal output of 680 kW, and TCG 3016 V08 with an electrical output of 399 kW and a 443kW thermal output.”
needs, while in the summer season it is used to power the chiller. The chilled water produced is channelled into the ventilation system, which maintains the appropriate temperature in the production areas.
The entire system is easily and flexibly managed using a SCADA remote control and visualisation system.
Centrum Elektroniki Stosowanej CES Sp. z o.o., the general contractor, was responsible for the comprehensive turnkey implementation of the investment.
The scope of delivery included design, obtaining permits, construction of the building for the entire trigeneration system (including equipment), delivery of the absorption chiller with cooling tower, SCADA control and visualisation system, construction of cable connections to the grid, gas pipe connections and hot and cold-water connections to the existing infrastructure.
The system was commissioned in 2023. Since then, the CHP units have operated a total of 16,000 hours.
CES also provides a maintenance service for Twinings which also includes the CES Cummulus Connect remote monitoring and management service. Cummulus allows real-time connecting to the system, checking parameters and processes to maximize the efficiency of the CHP unit and associated equipment, as well as detecting any anomalies early and responding to them quickly.
Trigeneration is in line with Twinings’ investment goals, making the modern tea factory in Swarzędz even more efficient and reduces the emission of greenhouse gases in a more environmentally friendly way, with a view to future generations.
Twinings is a popular and historic brand of tea in the UK, with a legacy dating back over 300 years.
Founded by Thomas Twining in 1706, the company has been producing highquality tea blends ever since.
The company is also recognised for its commitment to sustainability, with a focus on responsible sourcing and eco-friendly packaging.
Today, Twinings is one of the most widely available tea brands across the UK, with its products sold in supermarkets, tea shops, and online. www.mwm.net
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ROYAL VISITS BLACKBURN MEADOWS ENERGY PLANT
HRH The Princess Royal marked the 10th anniversary of power generation at E.ON’s Sheffield site this month, as the company announced major investment plans to expand district heating in Sheffield and to work with local charity Skills Street on plans for training opportunities.
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er Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited E.ON’s Blackburn Meadows renewable energy plant this month to experience the power generation process up-close and heard about the latest developments in sustainable energy and the potential benefits for cities such as Sheffield in cleaner air, more affordable energy and new jobs and skills.
On a tour of the site, The Princess Royal met the operational team running the Tinsley power station which uses waste wood that would otherwise have gone to landfill, generating electricity for the grid and heat for a district heating network in the Lower Don Valley.
Her Royal Highness gained insights into every stage of the generation process, from the 4,000tonne waste wood fuel store through to the boiler house and furnace, and on to the turbines.
The Princess Royal also took in the view towards Sheffield from the upper storeys of the architecture award-winning building and viewed a display of welding.
The tour concluded with an overview of E.ON’s investment plans for new energy infrastructure
in Sheffield, expanding the heat network from Blackburn Meadows as well as opportunities to improve energy efficiency in local homes, decarbonising public buildings, and driving new skills development and opportunities for local suppliers.
E.ON recently announced proposals for a potential multi-million-pound investment which would more than double the size of its district heating network around the Lower Don Valley area to connect new customers and potentially tap new sources of low carbon heating that might otherwise go to waste.
During the visit, Her Royal Highness heard how heat networks and the greater efficiencies and more cost-effective ways of providing heat to built-up areas by producing and distributing heat from a central source, and how their development will play a critical role in decarbonising cities.
Heat networks currently provide 3% of the heat demand in the UK, with that number potentially growing to 20% nationwide by 2050 to support the move towards net zero.
# Jess Dhariwal, plant manager at Blackburn
“E.ON
recently announced proposals for a potential multimillion-pound investment that would more than double the size of its district heating network around the Lower Don Valley area to connect new customers and potentially tap new sources of low carbon heating that might otherwise go to waste.
E.ON is now looking at costeffective ways of providing heat to built-up areas.”
Jess Dhariwal, plant manager at Blackburn Meadows said: “We’ve been part of the Sheffield skyline for over a decade now and the team is immensely proud to show off the work we do and the investments we’ve made in generating energy in and for Sheffield.
“It was wonderful to tell The Princess Royal about the developments we have in place here: from battery storage to potentially developing hydrogen for the city’s steel manufacturers, and our recently announced proposals for a new heat network into the city. With Sheffield’s bold steps to become a zero-carbon city by 2030 there is huge opportunity for the city and it is hugely encouraged to see it all coming to life.”
After the tour, Her Royal Highness unveiled a plaque to commemorate the visit, produced from recycled waste wood. The Princess Royal also heard E.ON’s plans to work with the local Community Interest Company Skills Street to develop a learning zone to promote the decarbonisation of the region and to develop a host of skills and training opportunities from early years and primary stages into secondary, further and higher education.
Skills Street expects to welcome c.16,000 school aged students each year, to help shape the next generation of talent, whether that is engineering and technical talent or giving context and meaning to green careers and climate action.
www.eonenergy.com
ALTERNATORS
NEW ALTERNATORS ARE PART OF A GENSET PACKAGE FOR A REFINERY
Mecc Alte alternators - ECO43 VL4
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ECO46 1L4A – were key components of a recent contract supplied to a key refinery complex. The site has now been equipped with: Baudouin Engine 12M33G1250/5 - 16M33G1700/5; Mecc Alte alternators ECO43 VL4 - ECO46 1L4A; 40 ft container, 85 dB(A) 1 m; Automatic control panel with remote start; Fire detection & CO2 extinguishing system; and 2,500 and 3,000-litre external fuel tank, says UKPN.
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he Baudouin 12M33G1250/5 engine specified by the refinery site is currently the smallest engine from the 12M33 range nonetheless it is still a powerful engine.
The engine comes with a turbocharger and airto-air aftercooler and it is currently manufactured in France and China. The 12-cylinder engine is set up to run at 50 Hz and comes with mechanical pump fuel injection system.
This 12M33G1250/5 Baudouin Engine produces 1485.9 horsepower (1108 kWm) when running at 1500 RPM and has a total displacement of 39.2-litres.
The engine is available for use in diesel generators at Prime (PRP) or Standby (ESP) ratings. The Baudouin 12M33G1250/5 fuel consumption depends on its load.
At 1500 rpm prime power it is has the following fuel consumption (percent of prime power): At 50% it uses 119.3 litres/hr.
At 75% it uses 175 litres/hr. At 100% it uses 236.2 litres/hr. At Emergency Standby Power it uses 262.4 litres/hr.
12M33G1250/5 Baudouin engine used in the refinery gensets.
The dimensions of this Baudouin Diesel Engine are 3511mm in length, 2192mm in width and 2246mm in height and a (dry) weight of 4395kg (all measurements including the radiator).
The cylinders have a bore of 150mm and stroke of 185mm. This large engine can be coupled with an alternator to create a powerful diesel generator which can be used for power generation in multiple industries.
If a greater power output is required the generators could be placed in parallel increasing the total power output.
The Baudouin 16M33G1700/5 engine is currently the smallest engine from the 16M33 range however that’s not to say it isn’t a powerful engine.
The engine is turbocharged and makes use of an air to water after cooler. It has a cast iron cylinder block and cylinder liners with separate cast iron cylinder valves with 4 valves.
The 16-cylinder, 50 Hz engine comes with a high-pressure common rail fuel injection system with one high pressure pump.
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The ECO43 VL4 made by Mecc Alte has been specified for the gensets. This ECO43 range has many product features designed into the alternator. Self-regulation is obtained through a digital electronic regulator that is fed by an auxiliary winding.
Mecc Alte guarantee an almost constant supply from the generator – under any possible operating condition. A rotating inductor is fitted with a damper cage. The windings have a 2/3 pitch in order to reduce the harmonic content of voltage. The entire series is manufactured according to, and complies with, the most common specifications such as CEI 2-3, IEC 34-1, EN 60034-1, VDE 0530, BS 4999-5000, CAN/ CSAC22.2 No14-95- No100-95.
The second alternators specified is the ECO46 1L4A: this is a median sized alternator from Mecc Alte’s ECO46 range. The versatile alternator can be used for a variety of applications and it is able to produce a near constant supply of power at any of its operating conditions.
The alternator uses an auxiliary wound excitation system as standard but the option of a PMG excitation system is also available.
This alternator is currently made in UK, China and Italy. At 50 Hz, the prime power output is 2100 kVA and the standby power output is 2268 kVA. The power factor is 0.8. The windings have a 2/3 pitch which helps to reduce the harmonic content of the voltage. The protection rating of the alternator is IP23. The alternator is manufactured to the production quality standard ISO 9001.
Jonathan Stokes, Group Marketing Director, Mecc Alte UK Ltd, comments: “Today Mecc Alte is a global alternator supplier with over 1,200 employees, producing over 1,400 alternators a day across the world.
“As an alternator supplier, the company has proven expertise and experience in research, design, low-cost manufacturing and development capabilities.
“With manufacturing taking place in the UK, Italy, India and China, coupled with high market capabilities and a powerful worldwide capacity, Mecc Alte offers a fast and reliable alternator solutions service to our customers all over the world.”
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www.meccalte.com
The ECO46 1L4A - a median sized alternator from Mecc Alte.
The ECO43 VL4A alternator from Mecc Alte
Game-changing fuel efficiency
After a decade of engineering innovation, our next generation engine platform for industrial operations is here, ready for the challenges of today and tomorrow. More efficient, more powerful and more durable – all powered by cutting-edge technology. Scania has raised the bar.
Our new platform unlocks increased value from every drop. An up-to seven percent improvement in fuel consumption combined with an extended engine lifespan means you get more for longer. And reduced CO2 emissions across the range means you also get ready for sustainability regulation.
Step into the future of power solutions.
NEW GENERATORS WITH UP TO 3500KVA FOR CRITICAL POWER SUPPLY
A newly-developed GY engine family, which could reach 4MW in future development plans, has just been launched by HIMOINSA. It is ready for alternative fuels like hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), gas, and hydrogen, reveals the company. This new product has just been launched globally, reports UKPN.
The HGY Series is powered by Yanmar engines, ranging from 1250kVA to 3500kVA (future plan up to 4000kVA).
This includes the GY175L engine family, featuring multiple models with 12 and 16 cylinders and future engine developments with 20 cylinders, all of which are electronically-controlled.
In terms of sustainability, the HGY Series has been configured to support HVO already and the future adoption of alternative fuels such as gas and hydrogen.
This is a significant step towards environmental responsibility and will help support end-users in their strategy to attain Net Zero, reports Himoinsa.
Francisco Gracia, President and CEO of HIMOINSA, explains: “The new HGY marks the start of a new chapter in the story of critical power generation. Design and engineering teams from both HIMOINSA and Yanmar have worked closely with our dealers and customers
to develop an innovative solution that addresses the clear demand for energy-efficient, low-emission, and comprehensive power solutions.
He concludes: “The launch of the HGY series is a significant step forward in reinforcing HIMOINSA’s growth in the global market.”
The HGY Series includes generators with varying power outputs for different applications, including emergency (ESP), continuous (PRP), data centre power (DCP), COP, and LTP.
This ensures the best solution for healthcare, data centres, capacity markets and other mission-critical sectors, says the manufacturer.
“Customers in the critical power segment can have faith in our engine technology and trust them to deliver.
We have worked very closely with the HIMOINSA engineering team, utilising their expertise in the power generation market to create an engine solution that
“The new HGY marks the start of a new chapter in the story of critical power generation.
Design and engineering teams from both HIMOINSA and Yanmar have developed an innovative solution offering an energyefficient, lowemission, and comprehensive power solutions.”
- Francisco Gracia, President and CEO of HIMOINSA
that will perfectly match the needs of critical power customers,” comments Masaru Hirose, General Manager, Large Power Products Business at YANMAR POWER TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
The GY is a new family of high-speed engines with a common rail injection system. It combines the unique combustion technology for high-speed engines with the reliability of mediumspeed engines, ensuring high performance and efficiency. This technology supports operation in extreme conditions, compact footprint, multiple fuel capabilities and low emissions.
Fuel Consumption | Best-inclass in the market Efficiency is the main objective for HIMOINSA and Yanmar, and the HGY generators have been designed to ensure optimal fuel consumption.
This is achieved through a new common rail high-pressure fuel injection system, its piston design, and its high-power density.
This focus on efficiency translates to cost savings, reduced emissions, and great autonomy, making the HGY Series one of the most efficient and competitive products on the market, reports the company.
Easy maintenance and accessibility have been considered from the beginning of the new product development, says the company. All the engine consumable parts, such as fuel and air filters and the oil filling point, are conveniently located on one side.
Most parts are compatible across various engine versions and models. The goal has been to ensure less spare parts stock for our customers so they can share common components including fuel filters, fuel pumps, injectors, etc. This sophisticated, modular design means more efficient servicing of the engine, reduced spare parts inventory, and more streamlined technician training.
The HGY Series offers extended service intervals. It features a top overhaul interval of 10.000 hours and a major overhaul interval of up to 30,000 hours for continuous operation.
www.himoinsa.com
INTERVIEW
WHAT IS NEW WITH THE UK’S DATA CENTRE SECTOR?
Centiel is a technology company at the forefront of the design, manufacture, and supply of advanced power protection solutions for data centres. It offers a range of industry-leading, energy-efficient UPS systems specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of today’s IT infrastructure. In this interview John Kreyling, Managing Director UK, Centiel, offers some of his unique insights into the data centre sector.
How do you think the data centre market is likely to develop in the future?
John Kreyling, Managing Director UK, Centiel, explains: The data centre market is growing and will continue to do so based on data demands from various sources.
AI for example, has higher power needs yet these will have to be managed within a smaller footprint in the future, as space is always limited.
This will challenge traditional data centre design which will need to adapt to accommodate the higher power and cooling needs.
Data centres will also need to consider using equipment that integrates and contributes towards other challenges and to be sustainable and agile. For example, UPSs can provide grid services rather than only take energy. What new technological developments can CENTIEL offer to the data centre sector?
Centiel is at the forefront of modular UPS technology to support long design life of equipment and flexibility. If critical loads change in the future, data centres need to be able to adapt with as little or no downtime and our UPS can accommodate this. In addition, we see the future of UPS as an energy hub, using battery storage solutions to
support the grid.
For example, our latest multi-award winning UPS StratusPower TM has a strong DC-DC converter designed to enable the UPS to connect to different renewable sources of energy and battery storage technologies. Making short-term savings on CapEx can mean OpEx ends up being far more expensive – do you feel this statement is substantially true?
This statement is undoubtedly true. Operational expenditure always works out to be more expensive than the initial outlay on equipment, so select solutions which are energy efficient, support a long design life which reduce major overhaul costs and are flexible enough to adapt to future load changes, rather than require complete replacement.
How can you be sure that a rightsized approach means that data centres can literally ‘pay-as-theygrow’? Can you give us a good example of this?
Infrastructure design with a decentralised solution is key to a successful pay-as-you-go strategy. This is because facilities need to expand without downtime. Users need to be able to add further UPS modules easily and without putting the load at risk by turning off the critical power protection.
John Kreyling, Managing Director UK, Centiel
We’ve recently been working with a data centre near London which has wisely opted for standardised UPS module ratings throughout the facility.
This means racks can be repopulated using redeployed modules from a lightly loaded area to an area which needs more UPS support as future requirements dictate.
A modular UPS is an ideal solution for a de-centralised design to add further modules if the load increases across the facility.
What would a good data centre manager expect a True Modular UPS systems to be able to do?
“We’ve
recently been working with a data centre near London which has wisely opted for standardised UPS module ratings throughout the facility. This means racks can be repopulated using redeployed modules from a lightly loaded area to an area which needs more UPS support as future requirements dictate.”
- John Kreyling, MD UK Centiel
True modular UPS solutions should have high availability achieved through redundancy. Centiel’s UPS offer 99.9999999% availability because common components are avoided.
For example, there is no common logic, no common bypass. They are decentralised in the modules, avoiding single points of failure.
In addition to high availability, modules need to be simple enough not to need to rely on the manufacturer to move modules to achieve flexible re-deployment.
Safe-hot-swap enables this. While other manufacturers claim their modules can be swapped in a hot, running frame, at Centiel our isolators ensure this can be achieved safely.
Can preventative maintenance and the replacement of essential components truly be completed without putting the load at risk?
Yes! It goes back to selecting the right UPS design and electrical infrastructure from the outset. A system with true safe-hot-swap modules means replacement can be completed without risk to the load. Similarly, an N+1 configuration ensures redundancy during maintenance. It’s our job to educate clients about risk perception.
As the MD how do you see CENTIEL developing in the forthcoming decade?
Centiel is at the forefront of technology and innovation. Our goal is also to educate the market that UPS will offer more than critical power protection in the future.
As a manufacturer and experts in UPS we want to ensure that the whole infrastructure and design works and we look forward to continuing to support customers with our leading edge solutions as we grow.
www.centiel.com/uk
The Atlas Copco portable Battery Energy Storage Systems, we call ZenergiZe offer a multitude of benefits, including low carbon footprint, reduced maintenance and servicing and improved sustainability. Whether you’re looking to enhance grid stability, manage peak loads,reduce operational costs or integrate renewable energy sources into your operations, we have the solutions to support your goals.
2 X 2,679 KWE
COGENERATION PLANTS FOR UK GREENHOUSE COMPLEX
Two ECOMAX 27 units, each with a power of 2,679 KWe, equipped with two Codinox systems to clean exhaust gases have been installed. This setup will allow the purified CO2 to be reused for greenhouse fertilisation, enhancing plant growth. The ECOMAX greenhouse solution has been installed at a greenhouse complex in Hull, North Yorkshire.
AB ENERGY (UK) LTD (a division of Gruppo AB) has begun the installation of two cogeneration plants for greenhouses in Hull, UK and is projected to finish and have the site commissioned by the end of October 2024), reports UKPN.
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wo ECOMAX 27 units, each with a power of 2,679 KWe, equipped with two Codinox systems to clean exhaust gases, have been installed in a greenhouse complex in Hull.
This setup will allow the purified CO2 to be reused for greenhouse fertilisation, enhancing plant growth.
The ECOMAX greenhouse solution is designed to provide a cogeneration system that ensures the simultaneous production of electrical energy, thermal energy, and CO2.
The electricity produced can be used to power artificial lighting in the greenhouse or fed into the local distribution grid.
The heat generated supports the production of hot water, both high and low temperature, useful for heating and air conditioning buildings. Additionally, the CO2 contained in the exhaust gases, once purified and cooled, acts as a natural fertiliser, promoting healthier and more vigorous plant growth.
A spokesman for company comments: “We are proud to contribute to a more sustainable and efficient future for agriculture and the environment.”
According to the company ‘ECOMAX® cogeneration plants are the perfect synthesis
of production efficiency, space saving and ease of use’. The ECOMAX® module guarantees maximum compactness, as it contains all the components within an easily accessible and ergonomic technological layout, says the company.
Maximum care is placed in the insulation, air conditioning and soundproofing in order to reduce dispersion and noise levels generated by the engine.
The ECOMAX® engineering design combines the advantages of a modular and industrialised design structure and components with the ability to integrate in the most effective way with the different industrial plant situations.
Its flexibility makes it possible to meet the needs of every operating scenario, without requiring major and costly interventions on the energy supply chain: in fact, it is the main element of the combined production of thermal and electrical energy, designed and made to measure thanks to the specific application knowledge of AB.
To provide precise, complete and continuous control of the plant, in all its operating and performance parameters, AB’s integrated system can easily be managed remotely, to monitor all sensitive aspects of operations.
“The ECOMAX greenhouse solution is designed to provide a cogeneration system that ensures the simultaneous production of electrical energy, thermal energy, and CO2. The electricity produced can be used to power artificial lighting in the greenhouse or fed into the local distribution grid. The heat generated also supports the production of hot water.”
Suitable for many industrial, tertiary and service sectors, cogeneration responds effectively to the needs of energyintensive realities, characterized by high consumption of heat and electricity, reports AB ENERGY..
A cogeneration plant simultaneously produces electricity and thermal energy from a single energy source inside an integrated system. This is why AB uses the phrase combined heat and power. By using the same fuel (natural gas) to generate two energy carriers (electricity and heat) the system makes it possible to increase the effective use of the source fuel up to 85%, with the resulting reduction in energy costs and CO2 emissions, compared to the separate production of electricity and heat.
The use of the heat generated during the process, which would otherwise be lost, allows cogeneration to obtain the highest levels of energy efficiency and performance, with the advantage of being able to manage energy production continuously, reliably and safely.
www.gruppoab.com
Units arrive at the greenhouse complex in Hull.
LOW CARBON
NET ZERO MOVES CLOSER AS ELECTRIC BOILER FOR THE ENERGY CENTRE ARRIVES AT BERWICK-
A 12MW electric boiler is a key component of the low-carbon energy solution which will reduce carbon emissions by up to 80% at Simpsons Malt’s Berwick-upon-Tweed site. Simpsons Malt’s net-zero ambitions have taken another big step forwards, reports UKPN.
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t’s official. A 12MW electric boiler has now completed its 360-mile journey from Norway to the Tweed Valley Maltings site.
The electric boiler is being coupled with the three 6MW biomass boilers and the combined system will reduce their carbon emission by 25,000 tonnes per year.
This accounts for up to an 80% overall reduction on what is the largest malting site in the UK, with the capacity to produce 260,000 tonnes of malt per year.
With 90% of the site’s malt production destined for distilleries, Simpsons Malt plays a crucial role in the Scotch whisky supply chain and, by decarbonising its operations, the company is not only meeting its own sustainability targets, but also contributing to the net zero ambitions of its customers.
The 12MW electric boiler is a core component of the low-carbon energy solution at Simpson Malt’s Berwick-Upon-Tweed site.
Steven Rowley, Operations Director for
Simpsons Malt, comments: “We’re pleased that our Energy Centre project has taken another big step towards the commissioning stage with the delivery of the 12MW electric boiler.
“With the Energy Centre delivering up to an 80% reduction in our Scope 1 & 2 emissions at our Tweed Valley Maltings site and around a 55% reduction company-wide, the project will not only have a significant impact on our own carbon footprint, but the Scope 3 emissions of some of the world’s leading whisky brands who we are proud to supply from our Berwick-upon-Tweed headquarters.
He explains: “We’re also pleased that our Energy Centre project has taken another big step towards the commissioning stage with the delivery of the 12MW electric boiler.
“With the Energy Centre delivering up to an 80% reduction in our Scope 1 & 2 emissions at our Tweed Valley Maltings site and around a 55% reduction company-wide, the project will not only have a significant impact on our own carbon
“The impact of Simpsons Malt’s decarbonisation efforts extends far beyond their own operations. As a key player in the food and drink industry, their commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions serves as an inspiring model for others to follow.”
- Warren Spiers, Vital Energi
footprint, but the Scope 3 emissions of some of the world’s leading whisky brands who we are proud to supply from our Berwick-upon-Tweed headquarters.
The new electric boiler is set to revolutionise the energy-intensive malting process by using excess renewable electricity from North Sea wind farms.
During these times the electric boiler will be the primary source of heat for the kilning process and will be replaced by the biomass boilers when North Sea wind farm electricity is not available.
Warren Spiers, Preconstruction Director for Vital Energi explains: “This is a huge investment by AMP Clean Energy and Simpsons Malt which demonstrates their commitment to sustainability but also sets a benchmark for the entire food and drink industry.
“By integrating cutting-edge technologies, with an innovative commercial solution, Simpsons Malt is paving the way for a more sustainable future. Their efforts highlight the importance of reducing carbon footprints in traditionally high-emission sectors, showcasing that environmental responsibility and business success can go hand in hand.
“The impact of Simpsons Malt’s decarbonisation efforts extends far beyond their own operations. As a key player in the food and drink industry, their commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions serves as an inspiring model for others to follow. By prioritising sustainability, they are not only contributing to a healthier planet but also influencing positive change across the industry.” www.vitalenergi.co.uk
FORMULA E LOOKS FOR NEW GENSETS & BATTERIES TO HELP WITH RACING EVENTS FOR 2025
Formula E has announced a multi-year deal with leading global energy solutions provider Aggreko to provide the latest sustainable technology to its events globally, contributing to help the series achieve its emissions reductions target (validated by the Science Based Target initiative) of 45% across Scopes 1, 2 and 3 by 2030 from a Season 5 (2019) baseline.
As an Official Provider for Formula E – the world’s first net zero carbon sport in line with the 2020 definitions - Aggreko will ensure events are powered via renewable energy such as biofuel generators, solar arrays, and the latest battery technology.
To power select races, Aggreko will be supplying six 300kVA batteries to charge all Formula E cars, as well as varying battery sizes to power the overall circuit at race locations. Each battery is capable of charging four race cars simultaneously, the equivalent of powering 84,000 mobile phones.
These are backed up via Stage V Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) powered generators, which emit 90% less CO2 emissions reducing emissions, nitrogen, sulphates and overall HVO consumption when compared with diesel.
Alongside this commitment, selected tracks will be using solar arrays trackside to assist in powering the batteries, helping to maximise its environmental benefits.
With the majority of its 16 international races being street tracks and constructed specifically for the event, Aggreko’s temporary solutions make race weekends run seamlessly.
Aggreko’s experts create specialised tailormade plans for all worldwide race locations to help power all cars, Formula E’s on-site hospitality, the Allianz Fan Village and fan experiences, as well as different energy points around the track such as timing and camera points, ensuring all processes are made to be as efficient and sustainable as possible.
A spokesman comments: “Aggreko’s team are well-positioned to efficiently power races around the globe, being all hands-on deck, ensuring events run smoothly.
“This partnership between Aggreko and Formula E aligns with both companies’ brand ethos and commitment towards energy transition solutions, sustainable events and making meaningful positive environmental impacts.”
David de Behr, Head of Sales, Aggreko Event
“Sustainability is at the
heart of all what we do in Aggreko, making it the perfect fit for the world’s most sustainable motorsport series. Aggreko is aiding Formula E’s energy transition journey. Its goal is to reduce overall emissions by 45% and maintain its position as the world’s most sustainable sport.”
Head of Sales, Aggreko Event Services reports: “Sustainability is at the heart of all what we do in Aggreko, making it the perfect fit for the world’s most sustainable motorsport series. Aggreko is aiding Formula E’s energy transition journey, supporting its goal to reduce overall emissions by 45% and maintain its position as the world’s most sustainable sport,” and in line with our passion to deliver temporary clean energy solutions to the events industry.”
Tiziana di Gioia, Chief Revenue Officer, Formula E comments: “Aggreko is a trusted supplier and expert in forward thinking and sustainable temporary energy solutions, so we’re thrilled to have it on board as an Official Provider of the championship. It is vital to us in not just having the correct power to deliver our unique events, but done so in the most sustainable methods possible; something that Aggreko is a true leader and pioneer in.”
As the world’s first all-electric FIA World Championship and the only sport certified net-zero carbon since inception, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship brings dramatic racing to the heart of some of the world’s most iconic cities providing an elite motorsport platform for the world’s leading automotive manufacturers to accelerate electric vehicle innovation.
The Formula E network of teams, manufacturers, partners, broadcasters, and host cities are united by a passion for the sport and belief in its potential to accelerate sustainable human progress and create a better future for people and planet.
Aggreko is a world-leading provider of mobile modular power, temperature control and energy services.
Operating in a rapidly changing energy market, its priority is to support its customers through the energy transition by providing cost-effective and flexible answers to the simple or complex challenges faced by customers.
Founded in Scotland in 1962, Aggreko has grown from a small local business to a global energy pioneer, employing more than 6,000 people.
Aggreko creates bespoke solutions to provide all electricity, heating and cooling needs using the latest fuels and storage solutions.
www.aggreko.com
THE UKPN DIARY - EXHIBITIONS, SEMINARS & OTHER EVENTS
23 – 24 Oct 2024
The Showman Show, Newbury Showground, Berkshire, UK
23 - 24 Oct 2024
Renewable Energy Scotland Event 2024 Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow, UK
24 Oct 2024
Smart Energy Conference & Exhibition 2024 ICC Belfast, Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
28-30 Oct
Power Conference Eat Midlands (I PowerE) Hilton East Midlands
6 -7 Nov 2024
Offshore Wind North East Conference & Exhibition
Sunderland
6 - 7 Nov 2024
NIBS Battery Conference Telford, Shropshire. UK
12 - 13 Nov 2024
Future Energy Wales 2024
International Convention Centre Wales,
13 - 14 Nov 2024
Future of Utilities: Smart Energy 2024 St Pauls, London, UK 1Newport, UK
20-21 Nov 2024
EMEX
UK Net Zero & Energy Management Expo ExCel London
12 Dec 2024
PowerEx Live London
Park Plaza Westminster Hotel, London SE1 7UT, UK
2025
12-13 Feb 2025
EXECUTIVE HIRE SHOW Coventry UK
17-19 Feb 2025
ELECTRICITY STORAGE
SUMMIT 2025
InterContinental Hote, O2, London, UK
25-27 Feb 2025
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY WEEK QEII Centre, London, UK
5 - 6 Mar 2025
Low Carbon Agriculture Coventry
5 - 6 Mar 2025
ENERGY NOW EXPO Coventry
12-13 March 2025
DATA CENTRE WORLD
ExCel London, UK
12-13 March 2025
Distributed Energy Show NEC, Birmingham, UK
12- 13 Mar 2025
The Energy Storage Show Birmingham
13 March 2025
SMMT Electrified 2025, QEII Centre, London, UK
2-3 April 2025
SOLAR & STORAGE LIVE ExCel London, UK
7-9 April 2025
MIDDLE EAST ENERGY 2025 Dubai, UAE
8 - 10 Apr 2025
Ocean Business [Gensets, Wind & Water)] National Oceanography Centre, Southampton, UK
6-8 May 2025
G-POWER 2025 [British/UK Pavilion]
20-21 May 2025
UTILITY WEEK LIVE
Powerex Live London 2024 Westminster - the location for the PowerEx Live 2025 event. Park
Shanghai New International Expo Center. Shanghai China
May 14-15 2025
All Energy & Decarbonise 2025
The meeting place for the renewable and low carbon energy community
SEC Glasgow, Glasgow
Flexible Energy/Sustainable Infrastructure Show
NEC Brimingham
24 - 26 June 2025
InstallerSHOW [Heat, Water, Air & Energy]
Birmingham
2 July 2025
PowerEx Live Golf Day [sponsored by UKGSA] – Brabazon Course
The Belfry Hotel & Resort
Royal Sutton Coldfield, North Warwickshire, B76 9PR
3 July 2025
PowerEx Live Midlands 2025 Conference Event
The Belfry Hotel & Resort
Royal Sutton Coldfield, North Warwickshire, B76 9PR
11th Dec 2025
PowerEx Live London 2025 Conference Park Plaza London SE1 7UT, UK
Plaza Hotel: PowerEx Live 2025
4,000+ visitors from energy, environment, sustainability and climate action space
69% of visitors are budget holders or influencers
+£1m annual spend on Energy Efficiency, Management & NetZero projects confirmed by a ¼ of visitors
82% of exhibitors rated the quality of visitors as excellent SPONSORED BY
APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR GENERAL OF IPOWERE
The Institution is currently looking for a Director General. The main responsibilities of the DG will be to develop and manage the continuing strategic development of IPowerE, work collaboratively with the Officers and oversee IPowerE committees to deliver strategy.
IPowerE is a specialist society providing knowledge sharing and networking opportunities to its members, it is a Professional Engineering Institution, a Professional Affiliate of Engineering Council, a Company Limited by Guarantee and a registered Charity. http://www.ipowere.org
The main responsibilities of the DG will be to develop and manage the continuing strategic development of IPowerE, work collaboratively with the Officers and oversee IPowerE committees to deliver strategy. The DG will represent the Institution at a high level, oversee the management of IPowerE employees, provide support to the Bedford office and visit the office periodically as required.
The DG will present a high-profile figurehead seeking opportunities to consult other bodies and develop further the existing and new links with industry and the profession including developing the sponsorship base.
The DG would be expected to attend IPowerE Trustee Board and Advisory Council meetings and intermediate progress meetings to advise Council, officers, and engage with the Trustee Board and Advisory Council of the Institution and committee chairmen.
The DG should seek opportunities to meet with and seek the views of members. Appropriate expenses incurred in this role will be reimbursed to allow the candidate to fully engage with both internal and external contacts and activities.
IPowerE wishes to attract an enthusiastic candidate who is seeking ongoing activity across the engineering profession in the power sector. Suitable candidates are likely to be CEng, or IEng to have a background within the broad area of power engineering, and a good knowledge of the profession. It is expected that the person appointed to the DG position would need to spend approximately one day per week in this role, remuneration being negotiable within the financial limitations of a charitable organisation.
For more details please contact the IPowerE Office +44 (0)1234 214340 or email enquiries@ipowere.org
12th International Power Conference
POWER
TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE FUTURE ENERGY MIX
Programme of events:
28 October 2024 Afternoon Workshop
29-30 October 2024 2-day Conference
Location: Hilton Hotel, East Midlands Airport
Continuing IPowerE’s successful series of Power Technologies conferences, this event again offers a broad selection of genres and topics, offering a unique opportunity to listen to industry experts describe the latest developments in power generation, storage and grid stability. It will consider the engineering, technology and application of these key elements of the Future Energy Mix. ItThe Conference will consider the engineering, technology and application of these key elements of the Future Energy Mix.
Globally, the power generation sector is addressing the challenges of the climate emergency, integration of large scale renewables and energy storage, and continued energy security.
The transition to increased renewable power generation sources will require current established technologies and energy sources to work alongside innovative solutions in future years and allow energy supply to be delivered in a flexible way.
The conference programme will start with a Keynote speech from Matthew Knight, Siemens Energy and over the two-day conference presentations will include: Power System design with a clutch and how to enable flexible power generation and support grid strength for the Future Energy Mix
James Neeves – Managing Director, SSS Gears
Recovering Energy from Pressure Breakdown Valves on a Mini and Micro Scale
Colin Heathfield – Business Development Manager, Torishima Europe Ltd/Paul West – Projects Manager, Torishima Pumps
9000HL and Keadby 2 update
Mike Landbeck – R & D Project Manager, Siemens Energy Highly Efficient Gas Turbine Combined Cycles with Carbon Capture Applications
Terry Raddings – Business Development Manager GE/Marcus Scholz – Director Advanced Technologies, GE Gas Power
Stabilising the Grid with Hydrogen: The GT36 Gas Turbine’s Role in Sustainable Energy Solutions
Douglas Pennell – Technical Expert, Ansaldo Energia More info: ipowere.org
NATIONAL ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR (NESO) EXPOSED BY ADE REPORT
The Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE) reports that it has today issued a scathing critique of the emerging National Energy System Operator (NESO), which exposes the deep flaws in the system’s readiness to meet the needs of public.
As part of the ADE’s ’Empowering Energy Demand’ campaign, the report warns that the energy revolution’s potential is being undermined by entrenched practices that threaten the UK’s path to Clean Power by 2030.
The report has determined that NESO operates with outdated practices inherited from the ESO (Electricity System Operator). The trade association argues that such a
lack of adaptation stifles innovation and prevents consumers from fully benefiting from the clean energy future. In stark terms, the report emphasises that the system remains skewed towards large generators, with consumer benefits taking a back seat.
Analysis in the report shows that current market structures are biased against demand-side flexibility, which is a crucial component in balancing renewable generation and could save the country £14.1 billion per year by 2040. The ADE highlights that NESO’s design of ancillary services excludes small, flexible technologies. Visit: NEWS at www.theade.co.uk for more.
On World Mental Health Day, the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) launched ‘Managing Wellbeing Risk – a Practical Guide for the Engineering Consultancy Sector’ in partnership with Mott MacDonald and International SOS.
The guide was created to help consultants in a bid, project or line manager role to think about wellbeing risks throughout a project’s life cycle and put effective, evidence-based controls in place.
Written in collaboration with both external and ACE member wellbeing experts, human resources specialists as well as health and safety leaders, this guide shares a variety of best practice case studies and offers a framework for raising safety and wellbeing standards.
Kate Jennings, Chief Executive Officer, the Association for Consultancy and Engineering,
opened the webinar launch and said, “The establishment of a wellbeing guidance demonstrates our members’ commitment to ethical business practices and social responsibility. Adoption of the guidance will support organisations in our sector to stay compliant with regulations, attract top talent, and enhance their reputation as employers that genuinely value their workforce.”
Laura Hague, Chair of ACE Health and Safety Group and Group Safety Manager at Mott MacDonald, lead the development of the guide and presented an overview of its contents to guests attending the launch webinar. Hague said, “It is timely that on the eve of World Mental Health Day, we have launched this guidance.”
PRODUCTS & SERVICES
MAKING THE SMART GRID TALK
Power Line Communication (PLC) from Würth Elektronik is a technology which enables the transmission of data and information over electrical power lines.
The existing power grid can be used for communication between the various consumers in applications such as the smart grid, smart metering and industrial and home control systems.
For electric vehicle charging, PLC is part of the general trend to make charging more efficient and convenient, and to adapt it to the needs of users and the grid. PLC is used to transmit data and control signals that allow intelligent charging, monitoring and management of the charging process. The WE-PLC transformer is suitable for AC and DC charging stations meeting ISO 15118-3.. www.we-online.com
COMPACT & HIGH DENSITY BATTERY CYCLER AND EMULATOR
NI, formerly known as National Instruments, is marketing the NHR 4800 high-density battery cycler and emulator.
Designed for modularity, versatility, and safety, the NHR 4800 delivers best-in-class power in a highly compact form factor to address the needs of battery testing across research, validation, production, and second-life applications in automotive, aerospace, and energy industries.
The data and insights from battery testing has a major impact on battery performance, quality, and overall adoption of new technologies like electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
Demand for more efficient, cost-effective test is accelerating the next generation of battery test systems. The NHR 4800 is highly modular and scalable, allowing engineering teams leading the shift to electric mobility and renewable energy to efficiently scale their test capabilities. When combined with NI’s open and flexible software-defined battery test approach, engineers can easily adjust and evolve for future battery test requirements.
“Battery testing can be a competitive advantage for EV manufacturers, and NI provides them with an open, flexible, and cost-effective platform to achieve it,” said Drita Roggenbuck, Senior VP and GM of Transportation, NI. “The NHR 4800 delivers best-in-class, high-power testing in a safe and compact system to provide our customers the performance necessary for today’s and tomorrow’s battery testing requirements across multiple industries”
The NHR 4800 is the next generation in high-power DC test systems capable of functioning as a battery cycler, DC source, DC load, battery emulator, and amplifier for power-level hardware-in-the-loop testing. www.ni.com
NET ZERO SCADA FOR UK TRANSITION TO HYDROGEN POWER: HYNTS IN ACTION
ITI Group is partnering with National Gas Transmission on a project designed to support the National Transmission System (NTS) to transition to hydrogen gas, CO2 or gas blends, and help achieve a Net Zero future for the UK.
The GB’s pipeline network and related infrastructure is currently set up for the distribution of methane (natural gas). National Gas Transmission (NGT) is investing in understanding the requirements and modifications needed to enable its network to transport net zero molecules through a programme called HyNTS. A new project, named SCADA Solutions for Hydrogen Networks, has been initiated to determine the optimum monitoring and control solution for the shift.
Alistair Carvell, Hydrogen Innovation Engineer at National Gas said: “Our goal is to ensure that we are ready for hydrogen, hydrogen blends and carbon in Great Britain’s National Transmission System. We’re excited to be working with ITI Group to discover how innovative digital technology can help us achieve this goal. ITI Group has a wealth of experience in delivering control and automation solutions, and we look forward to working with them to help bring our nation’s gas transmission system one step closer to net zero operations.”
A mixed team of Subject Matter Experts from ITI Group’s Simulation, Control and Digitalisation divisions will investigate and define the requirements for a supervisory control system fit for the future. The consultation will provide NGT with a thorough analysis of their options and identify the most suitable route forward in achieving the envisioned future gas transmission landscape.
Chris Stones, ITI Group’s Sales Director for Energy, expressed his excitement about the collaboration: “This project is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to improve some of our most critical national infrastructure and ensure safe operability for many years to come. Investigating and guiding on a SCADA solution that is fit for the future of the grid and the transmission of net-zero gases in the form of hydrogen, CO2 and gas blends, has created huge interest and enthusiasm from the entire team, both at ITI and NGT.
It is a truly innovative and forward-thinking endeavour.”
www.itigroup.com
ENERGY DENSITY BREAKTHROUGH IN LITHIUM-MANGANESE IRON PHOSPHATE CELL CHEMISTRY
Integrals power has made a breakthrough in Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate (LMFP) cathode active materials for battery cells.
Applying its propriety materials technology and patented manufacturing process, the company has overcome the drop in specific capacity compared that typically occurs as the percentage of manganese in increased. The result is cathode active materials which support higher voltages and high energy density.
By overcoming this trade-off, these cathode active materials combine the best attributes of the Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) chemistries – relatively low cost, long cycle life, and good low temperature performance – with energy density comparable to more expensive Nickel Cobalt Manganese (NCM) chemistries. This means battery packs could become smaller and lighter.
The LMFP materials feature 80% manganese, instead of the 50-70% typically found in competing materials, and have higher specific capacity: 150mAh/g, while delivering a voltage of 4.1V (Vs 3.45V for LFP).
Third-party testing by experts at the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC) have been completed on coin cells and now evaluated using EV-representative pouch cells. The developed materials will soon be available for cell suppliers, battery manufacturers, and OEMs to evaluate and benchmark.
Integrals Power Founder and CEO, Behnam Hormozi, told UKPN: “The challenge that industry has been trying to overcome for some time is to push up the percentage of manganese in LMFP cells to a high level while retaining the same specific capacity as LFP. Using traditional methods the more manganese you add, the more specific capacity drops, and this has meant it can’t deliver a high energy density.
“Our proprietary materials and patented production processes have enabled us to overcome this trade-off and increase manganese content to 80%, placing us at the cutting edge of LMFP chemistry. With the third-party evaluation from the Energy team at GEIC, we’re proud to have developed a worldclass cell material in the UK that can rival the performance of NCM but is more sustainable and more affordable.” integralspower.co.uk
INNIO is headquartered in Jenbach (Austria), with
ENGINE MANUFACTURERS GUIDE
INNIO Jenbacher gas engines
Headquarters: A-6200 Jenbach (Austria) T +43 5244 600-0 F +43 5244 600-527 jenbacher.info@ge.com www.gejenbacher.com
Manufacturer of gas driven generator sets and cogeneration systems in a power range from 0.25 to 3 MW. Model Fuel
m3N. Dry exhaust gas; based on 5% O2. For engines with 1,200 rpm please contact GE Energy’s Jenbacher product team.
TAD1242GE 352 409
TAD1640GE 393 462
TAD1641GE 433
TAD1642GE 485 570
INNIO Jenbacher gas engines
network in more than 80 countries.
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operations in Waukesha (Wisconsin, U.S.) and Welland (Ontario,
A team of more than 3,500 experts provides life-cycle support to the more than 54,000 delivered engines globally through a
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INNIO Jenbacher gas engines
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R Schmitt Enertec GmbH
56743 Mendig, Germany T +49 2652 9351810 F +49 2652 9351822 info@rschmitt-enertec.com www.rschmitt-enertec.com
Manufacturer of gas driven engines,generator sets and cogeneration systems in the range from 100 - 500 kW.
RSE Engines for natural gas and biogas
Model fuel Freq. Electric output
M06-G/B T0D41 g 50 140 kW
M06-G/B TID41 g 50 200 kW
M06-G/B T2D41 g 50 250 kW
M08-G/B TID41 g 50 260 kW
M08-G/B T2D41 g 50 333 kW
M12-G/B TID41 g 50 400 kW
M12-G/B T2D41 g 50 500 kW
M06-G/B T0D41 g 60 150 kW
M06-G/B TID41 g 60 210 kW
M06-G/B T2D41 g 60 250 kW
M08-G/B TID41 g 60 280 kW
M08-G/B T2D41 g 60 333 kW
M12-G/B TID41 g 60 420 kW
M12-G/B T2D41 g 60 500 kW
RSE engines for LPG
M06-PT0D41 g 50 115 kW
M06-PTID41 g 50 173 kW
M06-PT2D41 g 50 205 kW
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M08-PTID41 g 50 233 kW
M08-PT2D41 g 50 260 kW
M12-PTID41 g 50 350 kW
M12-PT2D41 g 50 450 kW
M06-PT0D41 g 60 130 kW
M06-PTID41 g 60 173 kW
M06-PT2D41 g 60 205 kW
M08-PTID41 g 60 233 kW
M08-PT2D41 g 60 260 kW
M12-PTID41 g 60 350kW
M12-PT2D41 g 60 450 kW
Manufacturer of gas driven generator sets and cogeneration systems in a power range from 0.25 to 3 MW.
m3N. Dry
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Perkins Engines Company Limited
Peterborough PE1 5FQ
Contact name:- Simon Gray
Tel: +44 (0) 1733 583000
M06-PT0D41
M06-PTID41
M06-PT2D41
M08-PTID41
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M12-PTID41
M12-PT2D41
M06-PT0D41
M06-PTID41
M06-PT2D41
M08-PTID41
M08-PT2D41
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M06-HT2D41
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Perkins Engines Company Limited
Headquarters: A-6200 Jenbach (Austria)
Peterborough PE1 5FQ
Contact name:- Simon Gray
Tel: +44 (0) 1733 583000
T +43 5244 600-0 F +43 5244 600-527 jenbacher.info@ge.com www.gejenbacher.com
Email: gray_simon_j@perkins.com
Perkins is one of the world’s leading suppliers
Manufacturer of gas driven generator sets and cogeneration systems in a power range from 0.25 to 3 MW.
in dieselor 1000 kWE prime in gas.
SCANIA ENGINES
SE-151 87 Sodertalje Sweden
Tel +468553 81000
Fax +468553 898 12
E-mail engines@scania.com
Web www.scania.com
UK Contact – Mark Swindell
Scania GB Ltd
Tel +44 1908 329386
E-mail mark.swindell@scania.com
Diesel & Gas engines for power generation
m3N. Dry exhaust gas; based on 5% O2. For engines with 1,200 rpm please contact GE Energy’s Jenbacher product team.
Prime power 250kVA to 700kVA Stand by power 250kVA to 770kVA
TAD1242GE 352 409
TAD1640GE 393 462
Engine range prime power 50hz & 60hz at (70% mean load factor)
TAD1641GE 433 509
TAD1642GE 485 570
Scania produce diesel and gas powered engines for various Industrial and Marine applications,tionally low fuel consumption.
Perkins Engines Company Limited
Peterborough PE1 5FQ
All models are available to meet current emissions requirements, Scania engines are now available to meet both Tier 4F and EU Stage V. Alternative fuels
Contact name:- Simon Gray
Tel: +44 (0) 1733 583000
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Perkins is one of the world’s leading suppliers
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M12-HT2D41 g 50 250 kW
Email: gray_simon_j@perkins.com
M12-HT2D41
M06-HT2D41 g 60 140 kW
56743 Mendig, Germany T +49 2652 9351810 F +49 2652 9351822 info@rschmitt-enertec.com www.rschmitt-enertec.com
M08-HT2D41 g 60 180 kW
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Manufacturer of gas driven engines,generator sets and cogeneration systems in the range from 100 - 500 kW. RSE Engines for natural gas and biogas
Perkins is one of the world’s leading suppliers
in dieselor 1000 kWE prime in gas.
Model fuel Freq. Electric output
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SCANIA ENGINES
SE-151 87 Sodertalje Sweden
Tel +468553 81000
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M12-G/B TID41 g 50 400 kW
M12-G/B T2D41 g 50 500 kW
TAD530GE Diesel 15002) 75 85
UK Contact – Mark Swindell
M06-G/B T0D41 g 60 150 kW
TAD531GE Diesel 15002) 88 100
TAD532GE Diesel 15002) 113 130
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TAD550GE1) Diesel 15002) 76 86
M06-G/B T2D41 g 60 250 kW
Scania GB Ltd
Tel +44 1908 329386
E-mail mark.swindell@scania.com
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M08-G/B TID41 g 60 280 kW
TAD730GE Diesel 15002) 113 130
M08-G/B T2D41 g 60 333 kW
TAD731GE Diesel 15002) 132 152
M12-G/B TID41 g 60 420 kW
TAD732GE Diesel 15002) 162 186
M12-G/B T2D41 g 60 500 kW
Diesel & Gas engines for power generation
Prime power 250kVA to 700kVA Stand by power 250kVA to 770kVA
RSE engines for LPG
TAD733GE Diesel 15002) 175 201
TAD734GE Diesel 15002) 213 245
M06-PT0D41 g 50 115 kW
TAD750GE1) Diesel 15002) 114 131
M06-PTID41 g 50 173 kW
Engine range prime power 50hz & 60hz at (70% mean load factor)
TAD751GE1) Diesel 15002) 13 152
M06-PT2D41 g 50 205 kW
TAD752GE1) Diesel 15002) 158 182
M08-PTID41 g 50 233 kW
TAD753GE1) Diesel 15002) 173 199
M08-PT2D41 g 50 260 kW
TAD754GE1) Diesel 15002) 217 250
M12-PTID41
TAD940GE Diesel 15002) 241 277
M12-PT2D41
TAD941GE Diesel 15002) 280 326
M06-PT0D41
TAD1341GE Diesel 15002) 271 315
M06-PTID41
TAD1342GE Diesel 15002) 303 352
M06-PT2D41 g
TAD1343GE Diesel 15002) 325 378
M08-PTID41 g
TAD1344GE Diesel 15002) 354 412
M08-PT2D41
TAD1345GE Diesel 15002) 388 451
M12-PTID41 g
Scania produce diesel and gas powered engines for various Industrial and Marine applications,tionally low fuel consumption. All models are available to meet current emissions requirements, Scania engines are now available to meet both Tier 4F and EU Stage V.
