Oceania Dairy Heat Recovery Project

Oceania Dairy

Heat Recovery Project


Savings Exceeded Business Case Estimates

Problem

Through an energy audit, DETA identified that a refrigeration heat recovery project could significantly reduce energy costs at Oceania Dairy’s Glenavy site.

Solution

DETA prepared a successful business case and was then appointed to provide a turnkey project delivery solution to simplify procurement for Oceania Dairy.

Outcome

DETA worked closely with both customer and contractors to achieve a great outcome at site, with savings exceeding business case estimates.

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