Investing in Eco Smart welfare units
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JPS INVEST IN AWARD-WINNING SUSTAINABLE WELFARE UNITS TO EXPAND ITS OFFERING TO CONSTRUCTION CLIENTS
We are proud to announce that JPS has recently taken delivery of a set of bespoke eco welfare units as we continue supporting the construction industry in its move toward a carbon net zero goal. These custom-made units are also designed for maximum comfort with the 16ft and 20ft models being the largest units of their length available on the market.
Did you know that the UK Government aims to reduce emissions by 68% by 2030? Here at JPS, by investing in more sustainable equipment, such as the newly built self-contained welfare units, we are ensuring we can play our part in reducing the construction industries impact on the planet.
Our units are now available for hire, and will include features such as:
- Solar hybrid systems to reduce fuel consumption and generator time
- PIR-activated LED lighting, hot water and air blown heating with no need for a generator to run
- Low fuel consumption with estimated diesel savings averaging £120 per week vs a standard unit
- Ultra-low CO2 emissions with HVO fuel
- Automatic generator start/stop to keep generator usage to a minimum
- Fully fitted telematics to report on energy usage and reach C02 targets
Our General Manager, Shane Walker said:
“We are extremely pleased to be expanding our sustainable offering and adding these welfare cabins to our fleet. At JPS we are passionate about leading the way within our industry to safeguard the future of our planet but also to provide our customers with a more cost-effective solution. Currently, the infrastructure and transport industries contribute towards 42% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions. These units will become one of our key offerings and support the 70% electric fleet of our JPS Platforms division which also aims to reduce our carbon output.”
Not only will the new welfare cabins support climate goals but it will also support construction clients in meeting their legal obligations. In 2018, a UNITE Construction Industry survey found that 17% of UK and Ireland construction sites had no access to drinking water and 18% had no access to toilet facilities. Welfare units provide essential amenities for on-site workers as well as a place for dedicated respite.
It is currently a legal requirement for substantially sized construction sites to provide their employees with welfare facilities however, making sure these are of the utmost quality can lead to increased productivity, lower instances of absence, retention of talented employees and attraction of new ones, and a generally more engaged workforce.
If you would like to find out more about our welfare cabins then please email shane@jpshire.co.uk
