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A Dudley-based steel processing company is investing in energy‑saving upgrades as it prepares for the impact of new carbon regulations and works to reduce its overall emissions.
A Dudley-based steel processing company is investing in energy‑saving upgrades as it prepares for the impact of new carbon regulations and works to reduce its overall emissions.
A Dudley-based steel processing company is investing in energy‑saving upgrades as it prepares for the impact of new carbon regulations and works to reduce its overall emissions.
The company processes steel coils in a variety of formats, including galvanised and hot‑rolled steel, before supplying them to metal fabricators. These customers then transform the material into finished products for end‑use markets.
With the forthcoming introduction of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the business says reducing emissions is no longer optional but essential. The regulation, expected to place a carbon cost on emissions associated with imported and domestically produced materials, is designed to encourage companies to lower their carbon footprint.
Meridian Steel applied to the BEAS Energy Intensive programme for professional advice on reducing energy consumption and costs as well as becoming more environmentally compliant.
Rising energy costs and the fragile energy market were of deep concern to Thomas Howse, and the management wanted to future-proof the business by becoming more efficient.
To take action, the company partnered with BEAS, who carried out an on‑site assessment to identify where energy efficiencies could be improved across the facility.
Our energy experts conducted a full walkthrough of the site, highlighting several key areas where upgrades would deliver both environmental and financial benefits. Among the recommendations were the installation of a modern LED lighting system, the replacement of existing rolling shutters, upgrades to compressed air equipment, and the addition of stratification fans.
One of the most significant improvements involved replacing traditional rolling shutters with automated, sensor‑controlled versions. The new shutters are insulated and close automatically when not in use, helping to prevent heat loss and reduce unnecessary energy consumption.
The assessment also identified the site’s air compressor as a major opportunity for improvement. The existing compressor, described as outdated, is set to be replaced with a modern alternative that is expected to deliver efficiency improvements of between 25 and 30 per cent.
In addition, stratification fans were recommended to improve air circulation within the building. By redistributing warm air trapped at ceiling level back down to the shop floor, the fans reduce the need for additional heating during colder periods.
The company says the financial savings generated from these energy efficiency improvements will be reinvested into further sustainability initiatives, creating a cycle of continuous improvement.
‘The money saved from these investments will go straight back into future sustainability goals,’ a company representative said. ‘It allows us to keep improving while also meeting regulatory requirements.’
Contact Name: Nersi Salehi
Position: Managing Director
Email: nersi.salehi@proenviro.co.uk
Telephone: 01788 538 150
Address: Pro Enviro Ltd
8 Davy Court
Central Park, Rugby
Warwickshire
CV23 0UZ