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Project Code [2004-CP2-AU]
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Project title
Redesign of Schiedel Chimney Systems to reduce packaging waste
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
Schiedel Chimney Systems
Lead Applicant
Sean Byrne
Project Abstract
Schiedelis core business is the production of Chimney Systems. The Schiedel Swift chimney system is a versatile product that was developed to suit the open fire and central heating requirements of the UK and Irish markets. This project involved the redesign of chimney systems to produce a factory assembled i'Storey Highi product rather than supplying the chimney system in component kit form. The new system eliminates packaging since it is transported to site in re-useable metal cradles replacing the pallets and plastic wrapping of the existing system.The new system is factory assembled which increases the quality and accuracy of construction and reduces the amount of materials needed per unit. The new system also results in a reduction in chimney installation times for builders.In June 2006 Schiedel Carrickmacross came joint top out of 25 plants within the Schiedel group in the area of safety and environmental awareness. This was achieved in spite of the Carrickmacross plant being much older than most of the other plants which are located across Europe.Up to 16000 wooden pallets 16000 plastic hoods 18000 metres of insulation and 750 kg of sealer is now saved per annum. Total savings to the Company - 258000 per annum.
Grant Approved
�88,918.92
Research Hub
Cleaner Production - Green Enterprise - Innovation and Demonstration
Initial Projected Completion Date
n/a