Environment Policy

Environment Policy

Environmental awareness is a major part of people’s lives in this age of melting polar ice caps and global warming. Commercial catering equipment and commercial refrigeration can be a contributing factor to these issues. By using equipment efficiently and keeping units well maintained, you could be not only be saving the environment but also saving pounds.

Simple actions which are free to implement, such as aiming to use simmer settings whenever possible, keeping lids on pans to conserve heat and designing your commercial kitchen in a way that offers segmentation for heating and cooling equipment ensuring maximum output from each unit can reduce your energy use, saving the environment whilst decreasing your utility bills. You should also ensure that all equipment is cleaned, serviced and maintained to a high level. If your equipment is functioning efficiently, then your impact on the environment will be lessened.

There comes a time when you will need to buy new equipment and FFD can ensure that choosing the perfect units for your needs, that have maximum efficiency is a smooth and simple process. You will find a range of the best energy rated commercial equipment including serve-overs, chest freezers, ovens, refrigeration and many more products, which are all expertly designed and built to last.

FFD make supplying energy efficient products one of the leading priorities. As part of a new Government program designed to manage climate change and acknowledge environmental issues with regards to commercial equipment, the Energy Technology List (ETL) itemises all products that meet strict energy saving criteria. The units found within this list all entitle the purchasing businesses to claim enhanced tax relief as part of the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) Scheme. FFD have highlighted all products on the website eligible under this scheme, so finding your preferable products is simple. You can read more about the Enhanced Capital Allowance here.

When purchasing your new equipment you are guaranteed to be buying products that are perfect for you as well as for the environment when shopping with FFD. For more information regarding any products please feel free to contact our knowledgeable and experienced sales team who can discuss any queries and offer sound advice.