Case Study
High-Efficiency 400 kW Chiller Installation Delivers £50,000 Annual Energy Savings and 200 Tonnes CO₂ Reduction
Overview
Industry: Food manufacturing (confectionery production)
Project Overview: Newsome has completed the installation and commissioning of a new 400 kW chiller at a major confectionery manufacturing site in York. This project represents a significant advancement in the client’s ESG strategy, improving process reliability while delivering substantial reductions in energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Newsome has completed the installation and commissioning of a new 400 kW chiller at a major confectionery manufacturing site in York. This project represents a significant advancement in the client’s ESG strategy, improving process reliability while delivering substantial reductions in energy consumption and carbon emissions.
The Problem
The existing chillers supporting the chocolate coating process had become increasingly inefficient and expensive to operate. Frequent maintenance requirements, inconsistent temperature control and rising energy costs were affecting production stability. The equipment’s ageing design also contributed to avoidable carbon emissions, conflicting with the site’s long-term environmental objectives. The client required a modern cooling solution capable of delivering precise, stable temperatures for their Dumoulin chocolate coating pans while reducing energy consumption and supporting measurable sustainability gains across the facility.
The Newsome Solution
Newsome supplied and installed a state-of-the-art 400 kW chiller engineered to provide highly accurate, demand-based cooling. The new system uses advanced control logic to match cooling output to real-time production requirements, improving efficiency while maintaining consistent performance throughout the process.
Key technical enhancements included intelligent modulation, improved heat exchange efficiency and optimised compressor loading.
This ensured that the system operated at the lowest possible energy input while still delivering the precise cooling conditions required for high-quality confectionery production.
The installation was completed seamlessly, coordinated alongside site production schedules and supported by Newsome’s specialist commissioning team. Electrical works were integrated smoothly through partnership with the site’s approved contractors, ensuring full operational readiness and compliance.
Client Benefits
The impact of the upgrade has been immediate and measurable. The new industrial chiller is now delivering:
£50,000 in annual energy savings
Significant efficiency improvements have reduced the site’s operating costs while lowering reliance on older, high-consumption refrigeration equipment.
200 tonnes of CO₂ reduction per year
The new system directly supports the client’s ESG commitments by cutting carbon emissions at a scale that contributes meaningfully to corporate sustainability reporting.
Improved cooling precision and reliability
Consistent temperature control enhances product quality and reduces the risk of process interruptions.
Lower maintenance requirements
The modern design reduces the need for reactive repairs while also improving long-term system resilience.
Future-ready infrastructure
The next planned phase focuses on upgrading the site’s Air Handling Unit, enabling even greater energy savings and continued environmental improvements.
Supporting the Client’s ESG Journey
This project delivers more than operational cost savings. It forms a core part of a broader environmental transformation programme, demonstrating how targeted engineering upgrades can support long-term sustainability goals in a practical and quantifiable way. The measurable reductions in carbon output highlight the positive impact of replacing legacy plant with modern, efficient technology. By integrating adaptive cooling, enhanced control and high-performance components, Newsome has provided a solution that aligns efficiency, reliability and environmental responsibility.
Another Proven, Environmentally Friendly Solution from Newsome
This chiller installation reinforces Newsome’s position as a trusted provider of energy-efficient chiller solutions for UK manufacturing. The combination of reduced operating expenditure, major environmental gains and improved process stability showcases what can be achieved through well-engineered system upgrades. Newsome remains committed to delivering sustainable, high-performance temperature control solutions that support real-world operational improvements. Organisations looking to reduce costs, cut emissions and upgrade their cooling infrastructure can rely on Newsome for proven expertise and end-to-end technical support.