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MANUFACTURER - FIREBIRD
WITH MANY OIL-FIRED SOLUTIONS NOT SUITABLE FOR RETROFITTING, FIREBIRD’S NEW RANGE OF CERTIFIED HVO BOILERS CAN SERVE AS A DROP-IN REPLACEMENT FOR OIL-FIRED MODELS… Dunmanway Sports Hall goes green with Firebird’s HVO boiler
Firebird, market leader and manufacturer of high-performance
heating systems, has developed a solution with potential to reduce C02 emissions in domestic and commercial buildings in rural Ireland by up to 90%. With its 800,000 oil-fired boilers, Ireland is at a critical juncture in its efforts to transition towards a more sustainable energy future. Many buildings with oil-fired boilers are not suitable for retrofitting, and the current grants available do not make sustainability affordable for many households. To address this issue, Firebird has developed a new range of certified hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) boilers that can serve as a drop-in replacement for conventional oil-fired boilers. Recently, this innovative technology was put to the test at the Dunmanway Sports Hall. The installation was carried out by Firebird Service Engineer Concubhar McCarthy of CMcC Services. The sports hall had been relying on the efficiency of two 20-year-old boilers. Concubhar recommended replacing the outdated units with two of Firebird’s 73kW boilers, powered by HVO and retaining four existing water-supplied air heaters. Given the age of the building, a complete retrofit using air-source heat pumps was not
L-R: Reggie Chambers, Dunmanway Community Sports Hall, Concubhar McCarthy, CMcC Services, Wendy O’Mahony and Declan Hurley, Dunmanway Community Sports Hall, and Michael Riordan, Firebird Heating Solutions.
economically viable. Following a successful HVO boiler
partnered with Firebird on this project and bring their HVO technology to the Dunmanway Sports Hall. The installation also included a new HVO oil tank supplied by Carbery Plastics to ensure a reliable and safe storage solution for this eco- friendly fuel. It was a pleasure to work together with Firebird and Noel Collins.” Noel, a plumber working on the project, said, “Working with Firebird’s 73kW HVO- ready boilers has been a game changer. The system is not only highly efficient and straightforward to install, but it also represents a significant step towards greener energy solutions. It’s been great to see how seamlessly everything came together.” The successful upgrade at Dunmanway Sports Hall demonstrates the effectiveness of Firebird’s HVO boilers in reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency. Contact Firebird for further information on the role it can play as a reliable partner in the delivery of innovative heating solutions: T: +353 (0)26 45253 - E: sales@firebird.ie www.firebird.ie
installation at St Enda’s National School in Kilnadur, Concubhar believed the same technology would be the best fit for the sports hall. To ensure the best outcome, he consulted with Michael Riordan, a senior heating technician at Firebird, who was on hand throughout the course of the installation to provide his expertise. “Firebird’s commitment to sustainability is clear in our HVO boiler technology,” said Michael. “It’s rewarding to see our solutions making a real difference in local communities like Dunmanway.” Noel Murray, Manager of Dunmanway Sports Hall, said, “Seeing the school’s positive experience made us confident that HVO was the right choice for our facility. It’s a significant step in reducing our carbon footprint and will hopefully encourage others to consider eco-friendly alternatives.” The installation also included a full revamp of the existing air heaters and upgraded insulation for the system. Concubhar said, “We are proud to have
Firebird has installed its HVO boiler in Dunmanway Sports Hall.
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