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Walton Close receives the 'Ecowarehouse' treatment
A housing scheme in Redditch can boast the first Photovoltaic (PV) System supplied through SIG Roofline & Building Products (SIG R&BP). Designed and assembled by Solarcentury, SIG R&BP supplied integrated C21e solar electric roof tiles through their Ecowarehouse brand, for an eight-unit apartment block.
Walton Close, as the project is called, is being developed by Accord Housing Association with Redditch Co-operative Homes, in partnership with Redditch Borough Council. The venture is part of Accord Housing's bid to create a mass market model of low-carbon housing, utilising all available key energy saving systems. Photovoltaic is one such system designed to reduce both carbon emissions and the bills which residents must pay to keep their houses warm.
Main contractors Mansell Construction, appointed an electrical contractor, who in turn specified using Ecowarehouse. A spokesperson for the electrical contractor commented, 'SIG R&BP were recommended to us specifically, so we contacted them and were very impressed with what we heard. Alongside Solarcentury, SIG R&BP were able to produce a bespoke system to suit the nature of the project. The technical support and back up we have received throughout the installation process has been brilliant.'
The system provided through SIG R&BP was a C21e - 24 tile PV system which covers a roof area of 9.4m² and produces 1.25kwp, supplementing the power supply to the communal areas and external lighting. As well as utilising a renewable energy source, Walton Close was constructed using a unique timber-build process. This closed-panel timber system is exclusive to Accord Housing and in-line with their efforts to be the 'Greenest' housing association.
Jas Matharu, Key Account Manager, SIG R&BP commented, 'As the first PV System we have supplied through our Ecowarehouse Brand, Walton Close is an exciting project for us. It is great for SIG R&BP to be recognised as one of the key players in providing sustainable energy-providing systems and for our products to be used by one of the top housing associations in the country. Since starting the job at Walton Close, we have also been commissioned to supply a PV System through Ecowarehouse, to a second project in the Midlands.'
Walton Close is expected to be completed by mid-June. For further information, please contact Ecowarehouse on 0845 0770802, or visit www.ecowarehouse.com. Accord Housing Association is available on 0121 500 2300 or information at www.accordha.org.uk.
Helping the Isle of Wight Go Green
Toogood Plastics has announced the opening of a new ‘ecowarehouse’ at its Rookley Industrial Estate premises.
A member of SIG Roofline and Building Plastics, Toogoods are part of an organisation that is the UK’s leading specialist materials supplier to home improvers, window fitters, small builders, small window companies and related trade customers.
Ecowarehouse is an exciting new concept aimed at bringing customers all the latest developments in sustainable products and technologies coupled with sound advice. The Toogood branch on Pritchett Way has the products and technical knowledge to help customers buy the right products to help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and thus reduce home and business owners’ carbon footprint.
Comments Branch Manager Kevin Lapworth;
“We are all very well aware of the impact that human activity is having on the planet and many people would like to make a contribution in reducing carbon emissions and reduce the costs of energy. The ecowarehouse initiative is one where individual homeowners, builders and businesses can source help and advice on cost-effective, practical solutions that will help.”
“From simple ideas such as more efficient insulation and rainwater capture through to heat pumps and solar panels we have the products and the knowledge that can help to make a significant contribution to a more sustainable future”.
Kevin Lapworth continues;
“The reception that we have had is very encouraging and customers have shown interest in just about everything we stock which confirms that the decision to launch the ecowarehouse concept on The Isle of Wight was a good one”.
“With the islands commitment to becoming an eco island by 2020 with the lowest carbon footprint in England I feel we are well placed to assist the islanders to achieve this worthy goal.”
“Of course, in addition to the ecowarehouse side of the business, trade has been brisk on the other, more ‘traditional side’ of Toogoods. In addition to the well-known brands we carry extensive stocks of our ‘Own Brand’ products and trade has been very brisk”
“Toogood is staffed by well motivated, experienced personnel who have a wealth of knowledge in the building and plastics industry and the business is supported by all of the major manufacturers whose products we carry”.
As well as offering a call collect service from the Trade Counter, Toogood is also able to offer a free local delivery service using its own transport.
Toogood Plastics is an SIG plc company, the largest supplier of roofing and building and glazing plastics in the UK.
SIG announces ecowarehouse
SIG Roofline and Building Plastics has announced the opening of a rollout for ‘ecowarehouse’, a new initiative that will see dedicated areas for sustainable products and technologies within the company’s existing nationwide branch network.
A member of SIG plc, SIG Roofline and Building Plastics is the UK’s leading specialist materials supplier to home improvers, window fitters, small builders, small window companies and related trade customers.
ecowarehouse is an exciting new concept aimed at bringing customers all the latest developments in environmentally friendly products and technologies, coupled with impartial, sound advice. Branch personnel have products and technical knowledge to help customers buy the right products to help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and thus reduce home and business owners’ carbon footprint.
One of the branches that has already had the ‘ecowarehouse treatment’ is Toogood Plastics on the Rookley Industrial Estate on the Isle of Wight.
ecowarehouse concept on The Isle of Wight was a good one. I am sure that the concept will be very well received throughout the UK as the company develops the concept”
In addition to the ecowarehouse facility on the Isle of Wight, SIG have already unveiled the concept at 5 other locations in the UK
- Omnico, Chatham, Eastleigh & Great Yarmouth
- Scotplas, Harbour Road, Inverness
- Roplas, Carlisle Street Business Park, Sheffield