Co-op Regional Distribution Centre

The Co-op continues to improve their green credentials

The Co-op chose iVolt to improve the energy efficiency of its Regional Distribution Centre (RDC) at Cardinal Way, Cambridge. iVolt’s intelligent voltage optimisation technology was fitted in January 2014. The Co-op was impressed by iVolt’s unique IRT Energy Monitor which accurately measures and records the performance of the unit through its patented on-board system. With the optional cloud based secure portal, the Co-op’s Energy & Engineering team is able to monitor the savings of the site in kWh/£/CO2 from anywhere in the world.

Energy usage at the RDC was approximately 2.77mkWh per annum before the iVolt 800A/528kVa unit was installed. After a detailed site survey, iVolt calculated and projected that with the then load, savings of between 6-7% could be achieved. In the first two years of operation the site has enjoyed a reduction of nearly 200,000kWh; in-line with iVolt’s projections.

The iVolt differs from other voltage optimisation systems by offering a patented Intelligent Real Time (IRT) Energy Monitor. This groundbreaking device, which is integrated into every unit, enables the team at the Co-op to track their savings instantly and accurately. As well as being used to educate staff about their energy usage, the data the IRT monitor provides enables the team to confidently predict a site’s return on investment. As a variable reduction system, the iVolt also allowed for up to 30% greater savings than fixed reduction units.

With the Co-op’s having invested significantly more in sustainable, ethical and alternative green energies since its installation, the iVolt continues to not only save money but also further enhances the environmental friendliness and energy efficiency image of the company.

“The iVolt is very much in line with the Co-op’s policy of saving the business money, improving energy efficiency in an ethical and sustainable way. “ – James Tate, Norland Managed Services

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