Facade Hoists International Operations Reduces Carbon Footprint
Facade Hoists International
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Company Overview
As the UK’s premier specialist in designing, manufacturing, and maintaining permanent suspended access equipment, Facade Hoists International is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability.
With over 45 years of experience delivering cost-effective access solutions for building maintenance, the company sought to align its operations with modern environmental standards. To this end, Facade Hoists International set an ambitious target to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources and significantly lower its carbon footprint.
To achieve this, the company partnered with Excel Energy Ltd, leveraging their expertise in renewable energy solutions to design and implement a bespoke solar photovoltaic (PV) system.
Excel Energy was awarded the contract based on its proven track record of supporting Facade Hoists International’s renewable energy goals.
Expansion and Continued Commitment
Challenges Faced
The collaboration began with the successful installation of an 84 kWp solar PV system during the first phase in early 2021 at the company’s factory.
Building on this success, Excel Energy completed the second phase at the factory in early 2024, adding a 46 kWp system, and completed the project to equip the company’s head office with solar PV technology in late November 2024.
This continued partnership exemplifies a shared commitment to sustainable energy and operational efficiency, as well as Excel Energy’s unrivalled expertise in delivering first-class installations and exceptional customer service.
✅ Energy Demand: The solar PV system had to provide a significant amount of energy to support daily operations while reducing traditional energy consumption.
✅ Site Optimisation: Maximising sunlight exposure within the building’s structural constraints is achieved precisely by leveraging SolarEdge Optimisers, ensuring enhanced energy harvest and maintaining peak system performance.
✅ Sustainability Goals: The solution needed to align with strict environmental and operational standards, delivering measurable carbon savings.
Excel Energy's Role
Excel Energy, as an accredited installer under the UK’s Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS), boasts a portfolio of successful solar PV installations across the UK.
Our work helps clients reduce their carbon footprint and manage rising energy costs. Excel Energy operates flexibly as an independent company, offering the latest technologies and tailored solutions to meet client needs.
We ensure high installation standards and provide workmanship warranties for 5 years, along with complete remote monitoring and communication setup.
Turnkey Solar Installation
Excel Energy Ltd conducted a detailed site analysis and developed a turnkey solar solution comprising:
✅ 38 Neostar 2P 470W n-type solar modules: Positioned for maximum sunlight capture.
✅ Two SolarEdge 5kW inverters: Backup-ready for future proofing for a BESS for increased reliability.
✅ 38 SolarEdge optimisers: To enhance energy harvest and maintain optimal system performance.
System Highlights:
✅ Installed DC Power: 17.86kWp
✅ Maximum Achieved AC Power: 10kW
✅ Annual Solar Energy Production: 15,422kWh
Results and financial benefits
The custom commercial solar PV system exceeded expectations, delivering measurable financial and environmental benefits:
✅ Carbon Savings: 2.98 tons of CO₂ emissions avoided annually, equivalent to planting 137 trees.
✅ Energy Independence: The system meets a significant portion of the company’s energy requirements, reducing reliance on traditional energy sources.
✅ Return on Investment: With an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 15.12% and a payback period of just 6.8 years, the installation provides exceptional value.
Client Testimonial
” Great team to work with. We had issues getting approval from the national grid on our system Excel Energy kept me informed throughout the process. When we had approval, the installation was carried out in no time.”
– Glen Wilson Managing Director, Facade Hoists International
Impact On Sustainabilty Goals
This installation marks a significant step forward in Facade Hoists International’s commitment to sustainability.
By integrating renewable energy into their operations, the company not only reduces its environmental impact but also sets a precedent for others in the manufacturing sector to follow.
The system’s annual energy production of 15,422kWh ensures that a substantial portion of the company’s Head Office power needs is met with clean, renewable energy.
This aligns perfectly with Facade Hoists International’s continued mission to innovate responsibly while supporting global efforts to combat climate change.
Conclusion
The successful installation of the 17.8kW commercial solar PV system is a testament to Facade Hoists International’s dedication to environmental stewardship and operational efficiency.
Through this partnership with Excel Energy Ltd, the company demonstrates how renewable energy solutions can provide significant economic and ecological benefits, paving the way for a sustainable future in industrial manufacturing.
For more information on solar energy solutions tailored to your business needs, contact Excel Energy Ltd today!
