Criteria updates, new products, interview, case study, and fresh insights
Welcome back to the ETL newsletter, taking a look at the latest exciting developments for the Government-backed energy saving programme.
The ETL’s 2023/24 Research programme has made updates to criteria in nine sub-technologies, and these changes are now live.
Autoflame’s Mini Mk8 MM micro-modulating controllers were fitted to boilers at London’s Leadenhall Building and an NHS hospital, making significant savings. Our newest case study reveals all.
Tracy Southwell, the first female Managing Director of Hobart UK’s Equipment Division, is the latest guest in our Women Driving Change in the Energy Savings Industry series. In our new video, Tracy gives her tips for women on getting into the sector.
The ETL team hit the road in March, exhibiting at Futurebuild once again. Manufacturers including Dimplex and Showersave gave us their insights from the event, which you can check out in our new article.
Finally, we are pleased to announce that 30 new products were added to the ETL during March, from NORD Gear, Williams Refrigeration, and Victor Manufacturing. Find out more below.
LATEST UPDATES
Changes to criteria now live from 2023/24 Research Programme
The ETL’s annual Research Programme reviews measurement standards, performance thresholds and eligibility criteria to ensure that the scheme continues to identify the top 25% of products in their class. Changes from the 2023/24 Research Programme are now live, with updates affecting nine sub-technologies, including HVAC Building Controls and Cellar Cooling Equipment. Find out more in the full article.
Autoflame’s Mini Mk8 MM: Savings for Leadenhall Building and the NHS
London’s Leadenhall Building and an NHS hospital in the west of England both benefited from installing Autoflame’s, Mini Mk8 MM, listed in the Retrofit Burner Controls sub-technology on the ETL. By upgrading their boiler systems, the Leadenhall Building saved £60,000 and the NHS hospital over £9,600 per annum. Find all the details in our new case study.
Women Driving Change in the Energy Savings Industry - Tracy Southwell
In our latest interview in the series, we speak with Hobart UK Equipment Division’s first female Managing Director, Tracy Southwell. In our article and video, Tracy explains her career trajectory, why other women should consider a move into this innovative sector, and how she approaches being a leader in our fascinating new chat.
In March, the ETL team headed back to Futurebuild to exhibit, network with industry professionals, and attend talks from speakers across the sustainable building industry. This year, we noted that many more attendees knew about the ETL and its benefits – a sign of progress for the scheme. Watch out for our new video, coming soon, with insights from companies including Dimplex, Showersave, and more, and you can also read about the event in our article.
Williams Refrigeration lists new Professional Refrigerated Storage Cabinet
Williams Refrigeration has added the Jade Upright, typically used in commercial kitchens, to the Professional Refrigerated Storage Cabinets sub-technology.
A spokesperson from Williams Refrigeration said: ‘As a manufacturer of some of the most energy efficient refrigeration equipment on the market through our greenlogic initiative, the ETL provides a great platform for Williams to further promote its equipment to those seeking independently verified and accredited equipment’.
Victor Manufacturing adds two Refrigerated Display Cabinets
Victor Manufacturing has added to its existing six listings with two more Refrigerated Display Cabinets, the MAXI100VDMTECO+ and the MAXI100VDSTECO+. These products are designed to store and display chilled and frozen food within the retail industry.
Sean Snowden from Victor Manufacturing said: ‘Our research and development projects have been driven by market demand and the need for more energy efficient refrigerated display cabinets. This is re-enforced by the ETL listings, providing provenance and evidence to customers that the units meet stringent testing and performance requirements.’
27 new products listed for NORD Gear
NORD Gear has added 27 new products in the Converter-Fed Motors sub-technology. The company now has a total of 802 listings on the ETL. Converter-Fed Motors come under the Motors, Drives & Fans technology family and are products that convert electrical power into mechanical power and are used in a wide variety of applications throughout industry and commerce.
GET INVOLVED
Upload Technical Specification and BIM Object files
Manufacturers can now upload Technical Specification and BIM Object files to their ETL listings, which help purchasers and designers find additional information on energy efficient products. Upload your Technical Specification and BIM Object files now – you can find out more in our article or get in touch with us at info@etl.energysecurity.gov.uk to learn more.
We’re always on the lookout for stories of businesses saving energy, from all types and sizes of companies across the private and public sector. If you’d like to showcase your business’s story on our Case Studies page, we’d love to hear from you. Email us on: media@etl.energysecurity.gov.uk.
The ETL is home to around 8,000 energy efficient products on the ETL for you to browse before making your next purchase. From Boiler Equipment to Heat Pumps and Showers, the database contains the top 25% of equipment on the market for energy efficiency in their class, independently verified and accredited so you can be assured of their energy saving performance.
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