The UK is currently the only

country in the world to have set

itself legally binding carbon

emissions targets via its Climate

Change Bill. Property owners are

beginning to realize that

subsequent legislation (including

the Building Regulations), taxation

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installation of renewable and energy

saving technologies for both new build

and refurbishment projects.

Offering customers a free assessment

where we can help to save energy and

money. We work with clients to advise

ways to reduce their overall carbon

footprint, all in partnership with some of

the most trusted manufacturers in the UK.

Customers can trust that by choosing a

Wessex Group company they will be in

‘safe hands’.

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grants and schemes available to our customers.

Some of the sustainable technology we are currently

installing to support energy improvements for both

existing and new clients include:

• High efficiency heating systems and controls

• Heating with biomass and bio fuels

• Heat pumps – air and ground

• Solar water heating

• Photovoltaic (PV) Cells

• Wind power

• Combined Heat and Power (CHP)

• Water saving technologies

Although most property owners will accept the need

to introduce sustainable energy to their buildings,

many will remain confused about the technology

and be unsure which contractors have the necessary

knowledge and experience to achieve their energy

usage objectives. Fortunately, Wessex has already

gained extensive practical experience on a

number of high profile

projects, that include the

recently completed ‘green

house hotel’ as well as the

installation of numerous

green energy systems in

schools, churches and for local authorities.

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and incentive schemes, mean we will all be driven to

run greener buildings. In addition to environmental

factors, experts suggest that by 2020 we will be

importing 90% of all our gas and oil supplies from

increasingly unstable sources such as Russia and

Afghanistan. Added to this sobering fact is that the

average UK gas bill has gone up by 35% since 2003.

The mechanical & electrical services landscape is

changing fast, and in the next decade the technology

and skills required by the industry will probably be

unrecognisable from today. Wessex has long since

recognised how important it is to be able to specialise

in the design, installation and maintenance of

sustainable technologies.

We have already invested heavily in researching new

technology, appropriate to both new and existing

buildings, establishing a reliable support network of

leading manufacturers. We also invest time and much

effort identifying all the relevant capital investment

Wessex Fire and Security have

recently completed the fire alarm

and intruder alarm upgrade to

Sterling Hydraulics based in

Crewkerne.

Part of Parker Hannifin, the world's

leading manufacturer of motion

control components and systems,

the Crewkerne company is now

the divisional headquarters of the

hydraulic cartridge system Europe

division of the Parker Group

National Trust upgrade to Tyntesfield

House awarded to Wessex

Wessex Fire and Security

were proud to be

awarded with the

upgrading of the main

security systems to

Tyntesfield main house

including remedial works

to the fire alarm

installation

As well as upgrading both fire and

intruder alarm systems to the

factory, Wessex were asked to also

upgrade the office and storage

blocks within the large complex to

European standards.

“Wessex has always demonstrated their

ability to provide a quality installation with

minimal fuss. They co-ordinate well with

onsite management quickly dealing with

any teething problems and they are

certainly value for money.”

Alan Dreezer

Facility Maintenance Manager

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Wessex Fire and Security have many

years experience working in partnership

with the National Trust. Repeatedly

chosen for the quality and commitment

to doing an excellent job, Wessex was

selected because they continue to

demonstrate that they fully appreciate

the sensitivity and care these prestigious

properties deserve.

Other National Trust properties that

Wessex has had the privilege to

manage specific projects and continue

to provide maintenance programs for

fire and security, electrical and

mechanical works include: Vyne House,

Lulworth Castle, Mompesson House,

Kingston Lacy, Brownsea Castle and

Stourhead.

Ali Morgan, Wessex Group Operations

Director expressed his delight by saying:

“We are always particularly careful

when assessing works for the National

Trust, and are very fortunate that all our

contracts managers, and surveyors, are

extremely experienced in co-

coordinating projects and working

closely with National Trust staff to

ensure minimal disruption.

We feel privileged to be chosen to

restore the infrastructure to such

important buildings within the UK and

often use our knowledge to benefit

other clients such as hospital trusts,

private schools and many other public

buildings.”

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A very proud new member joined the

capacity audience at the Association of

Security Consultants (ASC) quarterly

Business Club Seminar held recently in St.

James’s, London. Tony Wheat (pictured

left) of Wessex Fire and Security was

accepted into the membership by Roy

Sutherland, ASC Chairman. This accolade is

certainly warranted with Tony having

served 25 years as a Security Specialist and

as the Business Development Manager for

Wessex Fire and Security he continues to

design CCTV installations, Access Control

and Intruder Alarm Systems across

southern UK.

Stuart Fisher, Wessex Fire and Security

director said, “we are very pleased that

one of our key staff has achieved this

award, ASC members are leading experts in

their fields with specialist skills and are

able to handle a broad range of strategic

issues. Collectively their expertise and

experience covers every facet of corporate

and government security and in all sectors

of commerce and industry.”

The ‘green house’ hotel looks to Wessex for new

sustainable energy solutions

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Experience Counts

When it comes to renewable energy,

Wessex Building Services are fast

becoming known as a trusted and

proficient supplier of renewable and

sustainable technologies.

Examples on some of the projects

successfully carried out include:

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Intelligent dimmable auto lighting

system (presence detecting), low

energy fittings, daylight sensing

Wessex Building Services

recently completed a number

of innovative sustainable

technologies to the newly

refurbished ‘green house’ hotel

in Bournemouth, (part of the

City Eco Hotel Group) which

included solar

thermal hot

water production,

a CHP scheme

and intelligent

lighting.

Spetisbury Construction chose Wessex

Building Services to take control over the

complete electrical, heating and ventilation

installation to the green house hotel.

The green house will be a beautiful boutique

hotel that lives and breathes sustainability.

Situated in the heart of Bournemouth, the

green house opens in April 2010 after

undergoing a complete refurbishment.

Wessex installed a 5 panel solar heating

system, a CHP (combined heat & power)

generator unit producing 5.5kWh of electricity,

a boiler system running in 100% condensing

mode, high efficiency pipe work / fittings and

intelligent lighting to reduce power

consumption together with a full electrical

rewire, heating, ventilation and plumbing

installations.

In addition to their very strict requirement for

such sustainable energy solutions, Wessex were

also required to fit sustainable sanitary-ware

such as hand basins (carved from solid stone)

mounted on oak pedestals (made from

reclaimed oak)

“Wessex was a good choice as they incorporate

both mechanical and electrical disciplines and

coordinate works extremely well; we are always

pleased when using Wessex.”

Adrian Arnett

Spetisbury Project Manager

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secured another prestigious

multi-million pound contract to

install mechanical and electrical

facilities to the hospital’s new

refurbished pediatric wing, and

for upgrades and modifications

to their emergency dept.

Works have already commenced

and are due to be completed

towards the end of the year.

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Although one of the smaller mainstream

denominations, the United Reformed Church plays

a dynamic and challenging part in the British

Christian community with around one hundred

thousand people making up 1600 congregations,

with nearly 800 ministers, paid and unpaid.

Wessex is often contacted to work on ecclesiastical

and sensitive buildings within southern UK and was only too pleased to design and install two solar

heating panels to supply hot water to the kitchen facilities and wash rooms for their newly built

extension.

A simple requirement to significantly reduce the water heating bills and reduce energy consumption

to buildings is now becoming commonplace. With such an extensive portfolio of works and with

knowledge and experience for both innovative and renewable energy solutions, Wessex Building

Services continue to go from strength to strength.

Would you like to know more about how we can help support your business? Telephone Wessex Group on 01747 855406

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New Wessex Heating &

Plumbing Manager

Wessex HVAC & Plumbing, part

of the Wessex Group of

companies is delighted to

announce the appointment of

Graeme Giles as their new

Heating & Plumbing Manager.

Graeme served apprenticeship

with British Gas and then as a

Service Engineer in London.

Wessex HVAC & Plumbing offers

the full package from design &

installation under one roof with

full contract management.

Wessex Electricals 1st

contractor to achieve

an audit score of 100%

HomeServe, the UK’s leading

home emergency repair

insurance service approve all

trades and regularly monitor

contractors against health &

safety, administration procedures

and customer care.

Never before has a contractor

achieved an audit score of 100%

following an audit inspection

from HomeServe.

HomeServe Network Quality

Auditor commented; “This result

of 100% is due testimony to the

systems and procedures that

Wessex has in place continually

used by the well focused staff.”

Everyone is looking to reduce their carbon footprint and energy bills. Wessex has built good

relationships with sustainable energy manufacturers such as Daikin and Vaillant. Fully

compliant and experienced in renewable energy installation, Wessex are happy to advise,

design and install sustainable solutions for both electric and heating requirements.

Wessex is offering services to both the domestic and commercial sectors including:

• Air source heat pumps

• Solar thermal hot water generation

• Photovoltaic cells (electricity generating)

• Ground source heat pumps

• Biomass boilers

With the advent of the upcoming feed-in-tariffs, renewable heat incentive schemes and

various grants available, now is a good opportunity to review how your property can benefit

from having a free Wessex Sustainable Energy Survey.

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Deciding on whether your new

project or refurbishment

program would benefit from a

renewable energy solution

could be made easier with a

no obligation Wessex

Sustainable Energy Survey.

Wessex have been one of the longest standing government led Warm Front partners aimed

to improve the living conditions of vulnerable people living in cold, damp and energy

inefficient houses, and have upgraded thousands of gas and electric heating systems under

this initiative since 2001.

Gordon Green, Wessex Electricals Director explained; “Any genuine incentive to the public

that encourages householders to decommission inefficient old boilers and install A-rated

energy efficient systems, will go a long way to significantly reducing the environmental

impact and reduce fuel bills during a time when fuel is so costly.”

For impartial advice on the boiler scrappage scheme telephone Wessex on 0800 652 2888

Following the Government’s offer to UK households

of £400 towards the cost of upgrading their old

boilers (if G-rated) to a high efficiency A-rated one;

Wessex have set up a direct line to deal with the

extra enquiries and have been pleased to offer free

advice and on-site surveys to the public.

With Wessex Electricals and Wessex HVAC &

Plumbing having both experience and commitment

to supporting sustainable energy solutions, the

boiler scrappage scheme has been welcomed by

Wessex as replacing an old boiler could save

householders over a fifth on fuel bills – and up to

32% if you opt for a condensing boiler.

Would you like to know more about how we can help support your business? Telephone Wessex Group on 01747 855406