We estimate a saving on last year’s energy bills including initial start-up costs, purchase, installation and running costs, of approx. £90,000 since its installation in November 2018. We were using up to £30,000 per month in kerosene alone

Cashmores Metals Ltd

TANSUN’S APOLLO HEATERS BRING HUGE COST SAVINGS AT METAL PROCESSING FACTORY Based in Walsall, Cashmores is the UK’s largest independent aluminium and stainless steel coil processor and distributor. Having invested in world-leading processing technology, Cashmores has been able to meet a wide range of needs - from small specialist manufacturers needing customised product to high volume users.

Assessment

Cashmores occupies a large set of buildings with the typical factory characteristics of high roofs and poor insulation. Prior to Tansun’s involvement, much of the Company’s heating was via kerosene floor heaters. As well as being expensive to run, the Site’s six metre roller shutter doors being open throughout the day meant that any heat generated by the floor heaters was quickly lost.

Note: If required, Tansun can offer a free heating bespoke design service.

Solution

Following discussions and a site survey, Tansun’s Apollo infrared heaters in black were chosen as the most suitable solution for the factory. 18 A1A and 8 A1J Apollo infrared heaters were selected for the factory’s very high ceilings.

Installation

To maximise efficiency and effectiveness some of the heaters were ceiling-mounted whilst others were fixed above individual workstations to give 'spot' heat to staff. The infrared heaters are controlled via localised switches for individual zones, which provide instant heat and allows workers to control the heating in areas only when and where required, reducing unnecessary energy consumption.

Results

The localised heating from Tansun has been a game-changer for us. Unlike our previous kerosene heaters, the energy usage is minimal and the installation was straightforward. Staff are happy, and we’d recommend Tansun as a cost-effective, efficient alternative to ambient heating.”

Nick Godward, Production Engineer, Cashmores Metals