Marchwood has added further RDF/SRF analysis services to its extensive list of UKAS accredited methods. These testing parameters for loss on ignition and determination of biomass by CV and total carbon take the division another step closer towards Cawood’s pledge to support a safer, healthier planet.
‘We are proud to have been recognised for our competency and compliance for these parameters to national and internationally recognised standards,’ said Simon Rudd, Environmental Business Development Manager at Marchwood. ‘To give our customers absolute confidence in Marchwood, we are working towards having all our services fully UKAS accredited. This is another step towards fulfilling that goal.’
Marchwood’s SRF/RDF analytical capability assesses the energy value of waste materials through combustion, giving both a gross and net calorific value figure. The energy is generated from the non-recyclable waste stream prior to processing, which can be assessed both by suppliers of RDF/SRF as well as the energy recovery plant.
‘With the UK’s landfill capacity falling significantly every year, it is becoming more and more important to use wood waste as well as non-recyclable municipal waste, or household black bag material, for energy recovery,’ continued Simon. ‘Not only does our analysis help customers remain compliant, it helps reduce CO2 emissions. Landfill ultimately should be a last resort, and we are contributing to a safer, healthier planet by helping society reuse waste effectively.’
For more details on our energy recovery services, contact us.
Cawood is sponsoring the Mixed Farmer of the Year award at the Farmers Weekly Awards 2021.
The awards, taking place on Thursday 7th October in London, are the biggest and most prestigious in UK farming. Celebrating and recognising innovation and hard work in agriculture, the very best of British farming is showcased with a variety of categories, including Arable Farmer, Environmental Champion, Farm Innovator, Lifetime Achievement, and Farmer of the Year.
‘We are delighted to be sponsoring the Mixed Farmer of the Year award,’ said Simon Parrington, Cawood Group CEO. ‘At Cawood, we have three divisions that serve UK farming: NRM tests soils, nutrients, plant tissue and grain; Sciantec tests animal feeds and pet foods; and Sci-Tech supports animal health. Each division helps us support agriculture by providing arable and livestock farmers with the analytical data they need to help them measure progress and improve performance. Our mission is to support sustainable food production and a safer healthier planet, which is something mixed farmers play a large part in, so we are very happy to be involved in highlighting their achievements.’
Winners of the Mixed Farmer of the Year award exemplify quality, profitability, and productivity in each of their sectors. Emphasis is also placed on how well their two or more complementary operations work together to create one sustainable farming business. Diversifying to expand service offerings whilst maintaining standards and a stable business structure is resourceful and enterprising in the ever-changing world of agriculture.
‘We are looking forward to attending the awards ceremony in October. It will be great to see the finalists and other customers and colleagues again after such a long time,’ continued Simon. ‘We are proud to support the agricultural industry and the achievements of farmers and their advisors across the country.’