Thorngate Care Home, seeking to reduce energy consumption and improve efficiency, implemented the Optiburner optimiser to optimise its boiler operations. This case study examines the significant gas savings achieved through this innovative approach, with data directly measured through the gas meter, highlighting the effectiveness of the Optiburner system in real-world conditions.
Thorngate Care Home operates an Ideal Concord ESi gas boiler, essential for consistent heating and hot water. Traditional methods of identifying gas savings through meter consumption are often lengthy, requiring extensive data collection periods and adjustments for external variables. Dynamic Energy Products (DEP) introduced a more efficient “Day In, Day Out” method to overcome these challenges. This approach involved switching the Optiburner unit in and out of the circuit over three weeks from 7th December to 28th December, allowing for immediate observation of gas savings without requiring complex adjustments.
The Optiburner optimiser was installed to regulate the boiler’s operation, optimising its firing patterns to reduce gas consumption while maintaining the required heating levels. The system was tested over several weeks, with the Optiburner being alternately activated (“In” circuit) and deactivated (“Out” of the circuit). The resulting data showed a reduction in gas usage on days when the Optiburner was operational.
The daily gas meter readings showed that the Optiburner optimiser delivered an average gas saving of 8.9% during the test period despite external temperatures dropping to sub-zero levels in the final days. These savings closely aligned with the 10% reduction observed during controlled field testing carried out at 0°C.
Further analysis revealed that the Optiburner unit effectively reduced the number of boiler cycles, from 31 cycles without optimisation to just 18 cycles with it engaged. This optimisation reduced gas consumption without affecting the heating system's overall performance. The consistent return temperatures, even with reduced boiler cycles, demonstrated that the heating system remained stable and practical, a key finding demonstrated through independent testing.
The implementation of the Optiburner at Thorngate Care Home not only resulted in significant gas savings but also reduced the home’s carbon footprint. While specific financial savings and CO₂ reductions are not detailed, the 8.9% reduction in gas consumption represents a substantial ongoing saving in energy costs and environmental impact.
Installing the Optiburner optimiser at Thorngate Care Home proved a successful energy-saving initiative. The clear, measurable reduction in gas consumption, achieved without compromising the heating system’s effectiveness, underscores the Optiburner’s value as a practical, efficient energy optimisation tool. This case study shows how targeted energy-saving technologies can deliver financial and environmental benefits in residential care settings.
Contact us for a no-obligation consultation. Our energy efficiency specialist will explain how the Optiburner boiler optimiser works and create a customised optimisation plan tailored to your business. This plan ensures a strong ROI, maximises energy savings, and reduces carbon emissions. We also offer full maintenance of the boiler optimiser as part of the package, giving you complete peace of mind.
During the site visit, our skilled engineers will carefully assess the compatibility of your boiler and heating systems. This thorough process is crucial to designing an optimal boiler optimisation setup that maximises energy savings, reduces fuel consumption, and guarantees payback within 2 years. We will then schedule an installation date that works best for your business.
Our highly-skilled engineers will install the Optiburner units in your boiler room and ensure everything complies with current health and safety regulations. The Optiburner software will be updated and fine-tuned for your boiler type to ensure maximum performance and energy savings. The installation process is quick, minimally disruptive, and guarantees the safety and efficiency of your operations.
After installation and testing, our engineers will recommend supply and fit options, including retrofit installation and valve insulation. You will receive quick training on operating the Optiburner units and using the remote download feature to monitor and report energy savings easily. Expect to save 15% or more on energy bills over a year, with results in the downloadable Savings Report directly from the Optiburner system.
