July 2008

Its been quite a time since we have updated this news page, not because we have had no news, but because we have been so busy!

We are getting ever growing demand for our solar hot water systems, this shows that the general population are really starting to change their ideas on how we produce and use energy. It also reflects on the current trend of price increases for conventional energy sources. There really is no better time to install solar water heating.
Just yesterday(30/07/08) British gas announced another increase in their gas and electricity costs, not an inflationary rise either, 9% on to their electricity prices and a whopping 35% increase to their gas prices. This increase alone will greatly reduce the payback time of a solar system, but this is only one increase of many that has taken place this year and probably wont be the last. Solar hot water systems have been good financial investments for some years now, but it seems every week, or month, they become even more beneficial to their owners, with quicker and greater returns.

If you are considering installing a solar hot water system, dwell on it no longer, GET IT INSTALLED!!

We offer a flexible service from full installation, design and supply, or simply material sales. We also offer some of the best prices in the country.

Remember we are a small Northampton based company, serving Northamptonshire, we dont have a sales force to support, we intentionally keep things very small. This allows us to offer the best prices as our overheads are very low and it also means we can offer a very personal service.

Call us today on Northampton (01604) 211200

December 2007: -

This month sees the launch of our new website store www.ecosale.co.uk

This brand new online shop is dedicated to supplying Eco friendly gifts and products. We will also stock a range of products from our Audio-visual division Sound Designs.

Why not take a moment of your time to visit the store, you may find something you have been looking for!

September 2007: -

Frenergy are now a member of the Solar Trade Association, We have spent several months going through the application process.

The Solar Trade Association operate a code of conduct for installers which offers a peace of mind guarantee for consumers that members of this association are bound by quality guidelines.

This doesn't actually change the way we operate as we are 100% focused on customer satisfaction and we install systems to a very standard anyway, however it does offer peace of mind to new customers who don't yet know us.

If you would like to know more about the solar trade association, click on the logo on the right to navigate to their website.

July 2007: -

Frenergy have returned from a weekend exhibiting at the Spratton Folk Festival.

Weather was appalling on the Friday, but improved on Saturday and allowed us to give demonstrations of our solar products. We also had our wind turbine on demonstration.

Over the weekend we had lighting, mains powered laptops, a fridge and two control systems for solar water heating all being powered by renewable energy without any need for a mains connection.

Our solar water heating demonstrations included two fully working systems, one fitted to the trailer supplying hot water to a small sink within the trailer. Another portable system was demonstrated which included a full size panel with all the plumbing and control system installed in a flight case. Both systems heated water in excess of 60°C on a sporadically sunny Saturday.

We also had various solar PV (electric) panels generating energy. Some to power the solar water heating system's control equipment, with others supplying lighting and power. In total we supplied all our needs with just 260w of solar panels and a few batteries.

Also attached to the trailer, was our 1KW wind turbine, this is a Futurenergy turbine which was used during the weekend to power some lighting within the trailer. Output was restricted during the show due to the turbine being at a very low height and lots of obstacles near to the turbine causing turbulent air flow, however very usable power was generated frequently during the two days.

We would like to thank all those that took the time to come and see us and would urge you to pursue your desires to become greener.

Why not call us to talk further about what we can offer you.

June 2007: -

Frenergy recently attended the World Environment day exhibition held at Northampton borough council's Guildhall building.

We were displaying our range of solar thermal, solar PV and wind turbine products.

We had a great day and got talking to many fascinating people, turnout was surprisingly high and interest in environmentally friendly technology seems to be growing at a very fast rate!

If you came along and saw us, we would like to thank you for your valuable time, if there is anything we can offer further, we would be very pleased to hear from you.

March 2007: -

Frenergy have recently completed a BPEC certification scheme, BPEC are a national government recognised training provider. their certification is required for any installer wishing to be government recognised and to be able to enter the grants scheme.

This investment is part of our on-going plan to constantly evolve with the industry, with technology and with our own personal skills.

January 2007: -

After an exhaustive search spanning an entire year, we have now sourced a wind turbine manufacturer that has both the product and the attitude that gives us confidence to partner. Futurenergy currently manufacture only one turbine product but have many others in development, so it should prove an exciting year for them and us!

The Futurenergy 1KW upwind turbine is a stunning piece of engineering and is a credit to the skills of their manufacturing staff. Installed in the right location, this turbine can generate up to 1kw of electricity that can be used for low voltage or grid tie applications.
The turbine is available in various specifications, for more information please see our Wind Turbine Page

December 2006: -

We were recently asked to assist with a project for a main-stream
television programme. Our part in this project, was the installation
of a solar thermal panel in Overstone, Northampton.
We attended the site in mid December along with the presenter
Dick Strawbridge and a film crew to carryout the installation. The day went very well ending with a working system fitted to the 100+ year old house.

Watch out for our appearance on television soon!!