Bells of Lazonby are now on track to save in excess of £37,000 annually in energy costs, in addition to significantly reducing their CO₂ emissions.
Reliability
The HPC KAESER Sigma Control 2 controllers ensure both compressors operate at peak efficiency with 100% backup and redundant air treatment. The new equipment is covered by the HPC Five-Year No-Quibble Warranty, providing complete peace of mind.
Energy Efficiency
- Reduction in compressed-air energy consumption: 39,996 kWh
- Reduction in CO₂ emissions: 9.3 tonnes
- Annual energy-cost savings: £8,799
- Combined Specific Power as low as 5.70 kW/m³/min
Compressed Air Quality
- Air treatment achieves ISO 8573-1:2010 Class 1, 2, 1 quality.
- Annual air-quality testing is carried out by Lakeland Fluid Power and audited by the BRC.
Heat Recovery
The new centralised compressor station now provides hot water for hand and small utensil wash areas and pre heating water for the basket wash machine.
- Potential annual heat-recovery yield: 128,712 kWh
- CO₂ reduction potential: 29.99 tonnes
- Estimated annual cost savings: £28,317
Additionally, residual heat from the compressor room is recirculated via a thermostat-controlled extractor fan into the bakery’s drying room, ensuring a consistent 20–25 °C ambient temperature.
Reliable Support
Richard Rigg concludes:
“HPC KAESER compressors just work. Life’s difficult enough — we don’t need compressed-air problems, just reliable, well-supported products with excellent spares availability. Lakeland Fluid Power are spot on — knowledgeable, competent, professional, and reliable.”
Summary
Through close collaboration between Bells of Lazonby, Lakeland Fluid Power, and HPC KAESER, the bakery has achieved:
- Significant energy and CO₂ savings
- Enhanced system reliability and compressed-air quality
- Tangible heat-recovery and cost-reduction benefits
A trusted partnership delivering energy-efficient compressed air — and peace of mind — to one of Cumbria’s most respected family bakeries.
