A major heating contractor was recently looking for a cure for inefficient plant room performance in a number of stores for a national UK high-street retailer of clothing, homewares and food.
Project
The Contractor was employed to manage the efficient running of defined facilities in store. This included ensuring that ambient temperatures were maintained at comfortable levels for both customers and employees while gaining optimum efficiency of reduced energy use and costs and lowered environmental impact. The Contractor concluded that the removal of air and debris from the system needed to be addressed to do that, followed by the cleaning and maintenance of the heating system using chemical water treatment.
The solution
Having gained an understanding of the requirements, Smith Brothers Stores, together with Adey Commercial, found a solution for the Contractor. The Adey MagnaClean CMX® filter was purchased from SBS and installed to extract dirt via cartridges, air via the optional AAV valve, and magnetite with powerful neodymium magnets.
In tandem with Adey’s MagnaClean CMX® filter, the Contractor employed a series of CORE Chemicals water treatment solutions. These chemicals were carefully selected to target specific water quality issues, including scale prevention and corrosion control. By introducing CORE Chemicals into the water systems, the Contractor aimed to prevent the formation of limescale, minimize corrosion damage, and ensure water quality met industry standards.
685 litres of CORE Inhibitor have been dosed so far across the 60 retail sites with excellent results. The same Contractor also purchased a range of other CORE products spanning 17 categories, including CORE ball valves, CORE fixings and CORE channel.
The result
The implementation of Adey’s MagnaClean CMX® filter and CORE Chemicals brought about impressive results for the national retailer:
- Improved Efficiency: By reducing limescale build-up and maintaining water quality, the retailer experienced a noticeable improvement in the efficiency of their water systems. This resulted in reduced downtime, lower maintenance costs, and a smoother shopping experience for customers.
- Energy Savings: The more efficient water systems also led to energy savings, particularly in reduced heating costs. With less scale build-up in water heaters and pipes, less energy is required to heat water, contributing to cost savings and a reduced carbon footprint.
- Sustainability: Demonstrating a commitment to sustainability is increasingly important for businesses. By enhancing the efficiency of their water systems, the retailer showcased their dedication to responsible resource management and environmental stewardship.
Conclusion
The success story of this Contractor’s efforts to improve the efficiency of a national UK High Street retailer’s water systems through the deployment of MagnaClean CMX®and CORE Chemicals serves as a remarkable example of how modern technologies can drive both operational excellence and sustainability.
In an era where businesses are constantly seeking ways to optimize their operations, this project stands as a testament to the importance of proactive maintenance and innovative solutions. By investing in their water systems, the retailer not only improved their bottom line but also reduced their environmental impact and set a precedent for responsible business practices in the retail sector.
Since the CORE Chemical range was launched back in May this year, SBS has sold over 200 units (in various denominations and chemical categories) and continues to see month-on-month growth.
Water Treatment Brochure
The CORE Water Treatment brochure, showcases advanced water treatment solutions designed to meet all hygiene, cleaning & protection needs for commercial heating & chilled systems.
All CORE high-performance chemical formulations are designed to increase system performance whilst reducing maintenance, running costs, energy consumption, water wastage and carbon emissions. The range also includes air & dirt separators and stainless steel dosing pots.
Please visit your local Smith Brothers Stores branch trade counter and request a printed copy.
You can also download a PDF copy by clicking the link: CORE Water Treatment Brochure
