Multi-million pound Aberdeen development uses hydrogen fuel cell plant equipment

Taylor Construction Plant Ltd (TCP) Ecolite TH200 LED Lighting Tower helped to light up the construction site of the new Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) during the winter months. The product, which uses BOC’s HYMERA® fuel cell as a sustainable power source, was hired to provide the best possible illumination with zero emissions.

The placement of the Ecolite TH200 LED Lighting Tower was led by Aberdeen City Council which saw the product in action at the Shell Eco-Marathon.  Aberdeen City Council is leading the field in hydrogen technologies for the city and looks out for new and innovative ways of using this technology.

Aberdeen City Council Co-Leader Councillor Jenny Laing explained: “The eco lights fit in with the principles of the AECC development as one of the most sustainable venues in the UK and the use of renewable and low carbon technology on the site. Aberdeen is a leader in hydrogen technology and we’re developing how companies can benefit from this innovative technology, so we’re delighted to be doing this in one of our own developments.”

The Ecolite TH200 LED lighting tower has been developed by TCP in collaboration with BOC, the UK’s leading supplier of industrial gases, to provide an alternative to traditional diesel lighting for off-grid applications.  The product uses BOC’s HYMERA® fuel cell which combines hydrogen and atmospheric oxygen to produce electrical power with the only emission being water.  The process is virtually silent enabling contractors to easily comply with section 61 of the Control of Pollution Act. *

Aberdeen City Council’s joint venture partner for the new multi-million pound AECC, Henry Boot Developments, were also keen for this product to be used.

Nick Harris, Scottish Director at Henry Boot Developments, said: “The use of such an eco-friendly lighting system on site really fits in perfectly with our ambition that the new AECC should be among the most sustainable venues in the UK, and one that really showcases innovation. It’s great that this ethos is beginning on the construction site, and that the new AECC is setting an example before the building is even complete.”

The principle contractor, Robertson Construction Group and their specialist civil engineering contractor, Careys Civil Engineering, support the use of the Ecolite LED lighting tower. Carey Civil Engineering is already familiar with the product having been a loyal customer of TCP for its lighting towers and compaction plates for several years.

John Boghian, Regional Operations Manager, Careys Civil Engineering added: “Careys Civil Engineering are committed to reducing pollution, noise, harmful emissions and using energy efficient products wherever possible.  Therefore, using the Ecolite TH200 LED lighting tower on the AECC project was a natural decision for us, given that we were already familiar with the product and its environmental benefits.”

TCP, who are committed to the future development of environmentally friendly products for the construction industry to help reduce carbon emissions, is delighted that hydrogen fuel cell technology is being embraced by local authorities, leading developers and contractors.

“The use of green construction plant equipment echoes the aims of many new environmentally friendly developments like the new AECC, which will have its own Energy Centre to sustainably power the centre and potentially the wider area,” says Andrew Barker, Managing Director, TCP.

TCP operates from depots in Essex (head office), Exeter, Coventry, Leeds and Scotland. The range of green energy solutions for off grid lighting, surveillance and power for small tools is available for UK Hire. For more information contact Simon Meades, Product Manager for TCP Ecolite http://www.tcp.eu.com

*Control of Pollution Act 1974 Section 61 3(b) - the steps proposed to be taken to minimise noise resulting from the works

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For more information, images or interviews please contact:

Beth Meades, Limeflower PR Ltd

07717 665171 or [email protected]

or

Emma Ambor, Marketing Manager, TCP (Taylor Construction Plant Ltd)

+44 (0)1621 850 777 or [email protected]

*Control of Pollution Act 1974 Section 61 3(b) - the steps proposed to be taken to minimise noise resulting from the works