Waste Removal Services

Sophus Safety Solutions can help your business manage the collection and recycling of all dry mixed recyclables, general waste and wet and sanitary waste. We can tailor a service for your on-site waste requirements offering ‘cash back’ where volumes and product types meet appropriate thresholds.

Renewable energy solutions

If you are investing in your business premises, consider installing renewable energy solutions to minimize your impact on the environment.

Solar PV panels

Solar PV panels work using a combination of solar cells made from layers of semi-conducting material, typically silicon. When sunlight shines on the panels it creates an electric field across the layers. The stronger the sunshine, the more electricity is produced. Groups of cells are mounted together in panels or modules that can be mounted on your roof, on A-Frames on flat roofs or on the ground.

Ground source heat pumps

Ground source heat pumps can provide a sustainable way to heat your premises. They work by drawing in heat from the ground, then transferring and distributing it via your underfloor heating and radiators. Even when the outside temperature is below 0°C, 100% of your heating and hot water needs can be generated. This is because the ground temperature is generally between 6-12°C all year round.

The ground loop can sit horizontally or vertically. Horizontally laid loops need to be a meter below the surface. If vertically laid, a bore is drilled around 100 meters down. If you have a lake, they work very well as this temperature is also quite consistent.

The most common configuration is the horizontal ground loop. This loop is laid in straight lines, spaced at least 1 meter apart. For full benefit, ground source heat pumps require sufficient space to allow the loop to cover an area around three times the amount of floor space you are looking to heat.

A Ground Source Heat Pump is one of the most popular renewable energy solutions on the market and many UK residents have utilised their outdoor space to install one resulting in significant energy bill reductions.