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Penrith/Eden Valley Crematorium (New Build)
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09/2025
 
Penrith/Eden Valley Crematorium (New Build)

Scope of FTL Equipment:

1 x FTIII (bariatric size) cremator, connected to a Single Flow Mercury Abatement Plant, Automatic Coffin Loader, High Speed Cremulator and Ash Transfer Cabinet

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In Dec 2020 FTL were awarded the contract to install their world-renowned crematoria equipment at a brand-new onsite location near Penrith, a new site was developed.

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Eden Valley was to be a brand-new site that would house a 1 x Double ended FTIII Machine, Single FGT (Flue Gas Treatment), FTL3 Loader, HSC (High Speed Cremulator), ATC (ASH Transfer Cabinet) utilising space for maintenance, servicing and plant support.

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Following awarding of the contract the design, procurement and manufacturing phases were undertaken. FTL attended monthly meetings with Fishwicks LTD (Principal Contractor) who were also the Client. During these stages, before site work commenced, we negotiated between the parties involved and developed drawings and building schematics based on what FTL required in order to house the relevant equipment to be installed. It was agreed that FTL would return to site and begin works once a watertight building shell had been erected and could store all of the kit which was scheduled to be delivered, FTL and Fishwick’s were in constant contact throughout this process so that the correct builders works could be completed and make the installation easier in the future.

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In March 2021 FTL site-works commenced, the first thing to be installed was the 1x FT3 Cremator, this made methodical sense as most plant and ancillary was to be erected around the single machine whilst also in some cases utilising the machine as structural support framework, this included the Compact Cooler (heat exchange boilers) as well as framework which itself supports a set of coanda/combustion fans + frames. A 130 Tonne crane was used to offload all heavy plant, equipment and ancillary as well as aide in the preliminary mobilisation of the aforementioned.

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After all the main plant and equipment had been delivered to site our team of installation engineers would be tasked with positioning, erecting, and connecting all mechanical elements of the contract, this consists of all the ductwork from the FT3 to the FGT system, stack and compressed air pipework. Once again this meant communication and consensus was imperative between Fishwicks and FTL meaning ductwork routes etc. needed to be discussed assuring mitigation of clashes with future builder’s works.

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1x FTIII bariatric-size cremator – double-ended design for maximum efficiency
130-tonne crane – used to deliver and position all major plant and ancillary equipment

The next phase of works involved the installation of the heat-exchange water pipework circuit as well as integration of said pipework with the Air Blast Cooler, this is usually outsourced to one of our mechanical services contractors who specialise in heat exchange.

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A site visit consists of mapping out pipework routes and addressing enabling works which in turn allows FTL to outlay these builders works from the offset. Works generally consist of wall + roof penetrations to allow for a more efficient pipe-run, having this completed pre-install, aids in less lead-time and prevents the project from drifting whilst also mitigating any unforeseen hurdles. The building contractor in this instance Fishwick’s will then be informed of these enabling works in the form of a builders works drawing and the work will usually be considered during the building’s construction phase. To utilise the waste heat produced by the new cremator abatement process, our site works usually included the installation of a dedicated heat recovery module (plate heat exchanger) for the client to connect to the crematoriums domestic central heating and hot water system or an alternative system at some future date.

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The next phase would involve our electricians commencing works on site and wiring up all the equipment. On this site in particular, the electric mains power supply into the building was inclusive of WD’s remit to install, this was agreed in the tender prior. FTL’s scope of works includes the supply of mains from the incoming isolator supply to the 1x FT3 machine panel + FGT Panel, this is a typical arrangement of the majority of sites FTL work on. Once again communication between FTL and Fishwickes was paramount in pre-empting the placement of the electrical tray work and trunking, again this was to ensure clashes with future equipment were avoided.

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The now completed duct and water-pipework runs then need lagging and cladding. Again, this is outsourced to a specialised team of contractors used by ourselves, as like our mechanical services specialists a site visit will be conducted to procure information which enables the fabrication of pre-measured materials and insulate which will be installed around all exposed ducting pipework, FTL issue all ductwork drawings to the contractors’ again to assist with any pre-work to be carried out prior to install.

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In some instances, once all these phases have been complete, FTL take this opportunity to carry out and perform any snagging works which may need addressing, we pride ourselves on our attention to detail and making sure the product sold by ourselves materialises into the concept bought by the client.

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All the above-described works were performed in a single continuous phase with respect to the client’s project programme.

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Finally, we send our commissioning engineer to make sure everything runs optimum and at full efficiency, once FTL are happy with all the aspects of our equipment and know that it is functioning correctly to our required standards we will require a set amount of time to train the crematoriums operational staff.

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Training consists of our commissioning engineer mentoring the operators via a step-by-step method of pre-heating the machines, getting them up to temperature and observing the temperatures whilst running. Training also assures they know how to use the HSC and ATC correctly and how to fit spares and consumables (supplied by FTL) should they need replacing in the future.

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Upon completion, a handover meeting is scheduled as to where the client will sign a handover certificate, confirming they and all other relative parties are satisfied with the product, allowing the project to draw to a close.

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This is now a fully operational site.

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22.9.2025
Penrith/Eden Valley Crematorium (New Build)
1x FTIII bariatric-size cremator – double-ended design for maximum efficiency
130-tonne crane – used to deliver and position all major plant and ancillary equipment
100 kW heat recovery module – harnessing waste heat for heating and hot water use
22.9.2025
Stonefall Crematorium, Harrogate
2x FTIII bariatric-size cremators – installed while maintaining full site operations
90-tonne crane – used to deliver and position cremators and ancillary plant
15-year all-inclusive service agreement – securing long-term reliability and support
22.9.2025
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1x FTIII bariatric-size cremator – future-ready with capacity for a second machine
100 kW heat recovery module – turning waste heat into usable energy
1-day heavy lift operation – all major plant installed with a single crane
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Cheltenham Crematorium
100 kW energy recovery system captures waste heat, cutting costs and improving sustainability
130-tonne crane operation handled heavy equipment installation with precision and efficiency
2x FTIII bariatric-size cremators installed, delivering greater capacity and long-term reliability.
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