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Radiant & Hydronics

Lochinvar Walks The Walk

June 25, 2008
Through eco-conscious manufacturing processes, recycling efforts and even lighting overhauls, Lochinvar Corp. and its employees have made "going green" a top priority.

With new green lighting, Lochinvar expects an energy savings of 566,868 kWh per year.


Lochinvar Corp. manufacturers energy-efficient products, but now it’s committed to encouraging green practices within the four walls of the company. Through eco-conscious manufacturing processes, recycling efforts and even lighting overhauls, Lochinvar and its employees have made "going green" a top priority.  

  • Starting in 1991, Lochinvar led the charge towards low NOx operation by offering products that comply with emissions limits even before most states established NOx regulations. The company helped set the standard for equipment that promotes a cleaner, greener environment.    

  • Lochinvar has also significantly reduced volatile organic compounds (VOCs) by minimizing the amount of painting conducted within the plant through the use of an eco-friendly, pre-painted sheet metal in the assembly of its products.

  • In addition, every unit Lochinvar manufactures is fire-tested to ensure optimal performance. This process requires the circulation of water through each unit to dissipate the heat during the test, with the heated water then being used in Lochinvar's HVAC system to provide heat in the winter and dehumidification in the summer.   

  • In 2007, the company recycled 80 tons of cardboard and 15 tons of paper, resulting in the conservation of more than 1,600 trees. Lochinvar also recycled 9 tons of metal and reclaimed 2,200 gallons of used oil for other processes last year.

  • This year, Lochinvar "re-lamped" the plants and labs at its Lebanon, Tenn., headquarters in an effort to conserve electricity and greenhouse gas emissions. The metal halide system that was previously in place used 400 Watts of power, while the new High Bay Industrial Luminaries decrease power usage to only 135 Watts.  As a result, Lochinvar expects an energy savings of 566,868 kWh per year, which translates to an annual reduction of more than 800,000 pounds of carbon dioxide.

    “As part of the ongoing commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction, Lochinvar continues to research innovative new products and practices that help protect natural resources, while also reducing energy bills,” the company announced.
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