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Star quality cooling for Brakes Distribution.<\/p>\n

Brakes has invested in a bespoke cooling system from Star Refrigeration for its landmark multi-temperature distribution centre in Berkshire.<\/p>\n

Brakes recently established a state-of-the-art temperature controlled storage and distribution centre near Reading. Brakes is a leading supplier to the UK foodservice industry and the brand new purpose built facility forms part of the company\u2019s continued drive for sustained growth.<\/p>\n

With an overriding commitment to reduce environmental impact, Brakes awarded the refrigeration contract to Star following a competitive tender process. A world leader in cooling and heating system innovation, Glasgow-based Star designed, supplied, installed and commissioned a bespoke refrigeration plant for cold and chill stores at the new facility.<\/p>\n

Star\u2019s Director of Sales \u2013 Food Market, James Ward, says: \u201cEnergy efficiency and reduced carbon footprint were key factors in securing the cooling contract for the new Brakes facility in Reading. As well as offering a competitively priced bespoke system, we selected high quality components and built-in design features such as reverse cycle defrost and floating head pressure control, to maximise efficiency and significantly reduce energy consumption.\u201d<\/p>\n

He adds: \u201cRising energy costs are putting increasing pressure on temperature controlled storage and distribution businesses. With refrigeration accounting for up to 80% of total energy consumption in warehouse facilities, plant design and efficiency is key to cost saving and energy management.\u201d<\/p>\n

Star\u2019s multi-temperature cooling system for Brakes comprises four LPR (low pressure receiver)\u00a0refrigeration units. The packaged LPR plant has an ultra low charge of ammonia andis designed with energy saving features for highly efficient operation.<\/p>\n

The plant features two direct ammonia LPR systems, which supply cooling to a frozen food cold store (-21\u00baC) via four ceiling evaporators. Two ammonia\/glycol chillers supply cooling to a chill store for meat products (+1\u00baC), a banana store (+13\u00baC) and vehicle loading bays via 13 ceiling mounted air coolers.<\/p>\n

Star has a long standing working relationship with Brakes, installing systems in depots across its UK network. As well as supplying cooling solutions for Brakes over many years, Star\u2019s nationwide refrigeration engineering team continues to deliver planned, preventative maintenance support to ensure ongoing plant safety, reliability and efficiency.<\/p>\n

When it comes to designing and maintaining energy efficient cooling and heating systems, Star is a natural innovator. Star works with strategic cost saving solutions.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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