The EII exemption has been an added bonus, and the application process was seamless and hassle-free.
Tech Folien Ltd, part of the Polyart Group, is a niche producer of PE, PP, and co-extruded blown films. As a specialist in high-quality packaging materials, the company holds certifications in BRCGS Packaging Materials and ISO 9001:2015, demonstrating compliance with international standards for food industry packaging.
All films produced by Tech Folien are fully recyclable, aligning with sustainability objectives and industry demands. With extensive expertise in modifiers and additives, the company develops films tailored for specific applications, ensuring performance and reliability in complex and evolving markets.
Tech Folien faced a significant financial burden due to being locked into a long-term fixed energy contract during a period of exceptionally high market prices. As a result, the company was paying a considerable amount per year for energy.
With energy being a critical factor in manufacturing cost and efficiency, the challenge for Tech Folien extended beyond operations and into navigating the complexities of the energy market. Understanding potential energy purchasing strategies required expert guidance to avoid similar risks in the future.
Seeking a proactive and transparent approach, Tech Folien turned to Brownlow Utilities for a solution.
Brownlow Utilities conducted a thorough review of Tech Folien’s energy procurement strategy and identified that a fixed contract was no longer the most cost-effective option. Leveraging market expertise, Brownlow recommended a flexible purchasing approach, enabling Tech Folien to join a managed basket with the supplier Brook Green.
This strategy provided greater control over energy costs, allowing purchases to be made at optimal market conditions rather than being locked into high rates. By implementing this tailored solution, Brownlow helped Tech Folien reduce financial risk and improve long-term cost efficiency.
In addition to securing a more cost-effective and competitive energy purchasing strategy, Brownlow Utilities also identified that Tech Folien was eligible for the Energy Intensive Industries (EII) Scheme. This government scheme provides further financial relief by reducing costs associated with certain non-commodity, and third-party charges, helping Tech Folien remain competitive in an energy-intensive sector.
Through Brownlow Utilities’ strategic approach, Tech Folien has achieved savings on annual energy costs. This substantial reduction in energy expenditure has had a direct, positive impact on the company’s performance.
Additionally, the client has exceeded baseline savings targets, which refers to the savings they have made through choosing a flexible energy contract rather than a fixed contract from the date it was signed. These savings demonstrate continued improvement and cost efficiency year on year.
The application of the Energy Intensive Industries (EII) exemption has further provided additional annual savings for the business. This reduction in non-commodity charges enables Tech Folien to reallocate funds to other critical areas of the business, enhancing operational flexibility and contributing to long-term growth and stability.
“I have been extremely impressed from our initial meeting with Brownlow Utilities, they talked us through each step and did exactly what they said they would do, save us money. They took away all the headaches and the jargon and left us to do what we are good at. The EII exemption has been an additional bonus and they made the application painless”- Andy Lester, Operations Director
