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Read Full ArticleJohn Fredericks has completed the installation of a state-of-the-art solar panel system on the roof of its window fabrication facilities, marking a significant step in the company’s long-term business strategy.
The project represents a capital expenditure of just over £670,000 and includes the installation of 424 solar panels equipped with four 3-phase inverters.
Covering an area of 1,100sq.m over four aspects, the solar system is designed to maximise self-consumption, with more than 90 per cent of the energy generated used onsite. The system has already begun making a substantial impact, generating over 103,500 kWh of clean, green energy and saving 24,000kg of CO₂ emissions since its commissioning.
As part of the solar installation, the company has undertaken a significant upgrade of its facilities, overcladding 5,600sq.m of asbestos roofing with 240mm quilt insulation. This initiative not only enhances the energy efficiency of the building, it also contributes to the overall environmental sustainability goals of the company.
“This investment in solar energy is a critical part of our long-term strategy to reduce our carbon footprint and operate more sustainably,” says Mark Dicconson, MD of John Fredericks (JFP). “We are committed to making smart, forward-thinking investments that not only benefit our business but also contribute to a greener future.”
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This is the latest innovation from the Huddersfield based window and door manufacturer, after unveiling a state-of-the-art, fully automated frame welding and corner cleaning line earlier this year, and being the first fabricator to launch the TOUCH Portal platform across multiple products.
Picture: John Fredericks has invested in solar energy to power long-term sustainability.
Article written by Cathryn Ellis
09th September 2024