High efficiency BITZER ECOSTAR condensing units operating on lower Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerant R-449A have been chosen for a major refrigeration upgrade at Millers Bespoke Bakery in Wimbledon.
The premium wholesale bakery was established in 1997 by founder and Managing Director Marcus Miller following his return from Hong Kong, where he was Head Baker at The Grand Hyatt Hotel.
In line with the client’s requirement for the highest possible quality and efficiency, four high performance ECOSTAR units were chosen by contractor Adcock Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Ltd to replace the existing system serving a bakery freezer.
The ECOSTAR units operating on lower GWP refrigerant R-449A deliver a combined 36kW of cooling to maintain a steady -30deg C in the bakery’s freezer store.
They replaced four units operating on high GWP refrigerant R-404A, delivering reduced running costs and cutting the carbon footprint by two-thirds. The project included replacement of all pipework and valves.
ECOSTAR offers full inverter control of the compressor, enabling precise matching of refrigeration output to load. This further increases energy efficiency and ensures operating sound levels are kept to a minimum.
Kevin Glass, Managing Director of BITZER UK, said: “ECOSTAR’s combination of proven reliability, efficiency, excellent design and low noise are a compelling combination. The fact that they also look good when installed is the cherry on the top!”
