Lochinvar and Partners Deliver Sustainable Water Heating for London Fire Stations
Lochinvar collaborated with SHEco Engineering Services, Silcock Dawson & Partners, Constructa Limited, and specifier Dawson & Partners to implement an advanced water heating solution for several London fire stations. This initiative was a key component of a broader public sector decarbonisation project, aligning with London’s commitment to sustainability and carbon reduction.
Objectives
The primary objective of this project was to develop a highly sustainable water heating solution to support the renovation and modernisation of fire stations across multiple London boroughs. The Fire Stations included in this project were:
- Islington Fire Station
- Bethnal Green Fire Station
- Hainault Fire Station
- Chelsea Fire Station
- Edmonton Fire Station
The project to renovate existing fire stations aimed to meet the growing demand for energy-efficient systems, supporting the UK’s wider net-zero carbon targets. The fire stations required systems that not only reduced energy consumption but also provided reliable, long-term performance to meet operational needs.
Further considerations included space constraints common in urban settings and the need for solutions that could integrate seamlessly with other energy-saving measures being introduced as part of the broader renovation effort. The project also focused on ensuring minimal disruption to the fire stations’ critical emergency services during installation.
Solution
10x LAHP AMICUS HIGH TEMPERATURE AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP
5x LSTR110GE STORAGE VESSEL
5x LBT500GE
5x LBT500
5x LOKE PACKAGED PLATE HEAT EXCHANGER
Silcock Dawson & Partners specified Lochinvar’s air-to-water heat pump systems for their high efficiency, proven reliability, and alignment with the project’s sustainability goals. Lochinvar’s heat pumps offered an ideal combination of low carbon emissions and significant energy savings, making them the perfect fit for this ambitious decarbonisation initiative.
The air-to-water heat pumps deliver excellent performance, even in demanding urban environments, and are specifically designed to optimise energy use in commercial and public sector buildings. Their ability to operate efficiently across a range of conditions provided the flexibility needed for this project, ensuring consistent hot water supply regardless of external temperatures.
SHEco Engineering Services and Constructa Limited played critical roles in installing the systems, leveraging their expertise to navigate the logistical challenges of retrofitting existing fire stations with cutting-edge technology. Their precision in implementation ensured that the systems integrated seamlessly with existing infrastructure, maintaining operational continuity throughout the project.
By partnering with Lochinvar and its experienced project engineers, this project successfully delivered a sustainable, efficient, and future-ready water heating solution, setting a benchmark for public sector decarbonisation efforts across London.
