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We’ve invested in new hi-tech equipment to meet demand

Graham Bentley Chairman of Jasun Envirocare 1 1

We have recently invested in the latest automated equipment for our production line following an increase in demand for our products.

Sales of our air filtration systems have gone up significantly since the pandemic started and we have purchased the new kit for an undisclosed figure with support from Lloyds Bank.

15.7% increase in demand

Graham Bentley, our Chairman, says: “We have seen a 15.7% increase in demand for our air filters and air filtration systems since the start of the pandemic, particularly from firms in the commercial, retail and office environments and hospitality sectors, wanting to implement new air filters that help increase air hygiene and cut operating costs.
 
“Installing new air filters and managing filter systems can reduce businesses energy costs by up to 80% and under industry and professional guidelines, improved general filtration to a minimum level of 80% at ePM1 (1 micron particle sizes).
 
“We are seeing increasing demand of domestic air filters from consumers who previously relied on overseas production cycles.
 
“Seeking methods to streamline production and increase operational efficiency will help to shield our customers from further supply chain issues that could potentially impact their strategic ambitions. 
 
“We’ve always maintained our production facility in the UK and resisted the temptation to offshore our operations over the last 50 years. The sector knowledge and support we have received from Lloyds Bank in the form of an undisclosed fee, has been invaluable. It’s allowed us to move forward with our ambitious growth plans and make adaptations to our business that will help us remain resilient.”

Funding and support from Lloyds Banking Group
 
Lloyds Banking Group is a leading UK-based financial services group providing a wide range of banking and financial services, focused on personal and commercial customers. It helps businesses across the UK, giving them the funding and support they need to grow both at home and abroad.
 
Will Kite, Relationship Director at Lloyds Bank, said: “Global supply chain bottlenecks and rising inflation have shaken the industry with our latest Business Barometer survey in July reporting the manufacturing sector’s economic confidence fell by 12 points to 20%. This lowering confidence shows businesses must be proactive to help protect themselves from the current inflationary challenges.
 
“It’s been brilliant to work with Jasun Envirocare and help them increase their specialist production capacity and provide a more extensive service to their customers. We hope other manufacturers take inspiration from their successes, so we can bring more home-grown business back to Britain.”

We’ve been named Family Business of the Year

Jasun Envirocare Family Business of the Year winners

We are busy celebrating after being named Family Business of the Year at an award ceremony at the Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards ceremony at The Canalside in Bridgwater.

We are absolutely over the moon to have been awarded Family Business of the Year at the awards ceremony. We all had a fantastic time at the awards event and would like to say a huge ‘thank you’ to the entire team, whose hard work and dedication is the reason we have picked up this award.

Rewarding companies

The Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards, hosted by the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce, aim to reward companies, enterprises and individuals who are making outstanding contributions to the growth and prosperity of the district.

What Sedgemoor’s businesses are achieving

Bridgwater Chamber Manager, Diogo Rodrigues, said: “I’m extremely proud of Sedgemoor’s businesses.

“We were all blown away by the quality of the over 100 entries that we received and what Sedgemoor’s businesses are achieving

“The Family Business Category was highly contested and Jasun Envirocare came out on top! This is a huge testament to the fantastic work being done, so congratulations to the well-deserved winners.”

*Photograph credit: Jeff Searle

Golden Leaf Awards at Puriton school supported by us

Jason Day LEV Division Manager and Eloise Day Marketing Assistant at Jasun Envirocare with children from Puriton Primary School

We are funding Puriton Primary School’s annual Golden Leaf Awards, which are presented by the charity Friends of Puriton Primary School (FOPPS) to children who follow the school’s golden rules.

Doing our bit in the community

We feel it is vital to do our bit for the community and the Friends of Puriton Primary School charity focuses on helping children in education, which is an extremely important cause, so we decided to get involved.

We have started by funding the school’s Golden Leaf Awards, these are awarded to children who follow the school’s golden rules, relating, for example, to attitude. We have funded WH Smith vouchers of £10 each for the winners of the awards to receive alongside their certificates. ​The children are encouraged to buy books with their vouchers as this links with the school’s vision to promote a life-long love of reading for all pupils. 

We’d like to say a huge ‘congratulations’ to the all the children who received these awards recently.

Working to support families

Eloise Day, our Marketing Assistant, said: “Puriton Primary School is a school close to my heart as three of my children have attended here. I felt it was necessary to support a school and charity that is constantly working hard to support families all the time. The children’s hard work and dedication inspires us all and we’re looking forward to working with them more in the future.”  

Puriton Primary School is situated in the village of Puriton, three miles north of Bridgwater. The school has approximately 200 pupils aged between four and 11-years-old.

Community working together

Susie Norris, Chair of FOPPS, said: “FOPPS has been in place for many years, but was heavily impacted by the pandemic. I took up the role as Chair in May 2022 and we have managed to run several successful events since that time. 

“It’s wonderful to see the community working together to raise funds for additional resources to enhance the learning opportunities for our children. We are keen to focus on the development of our new Forest School this year, with an understanding that outdoor learning is so beneficial for the children’s well-being.

“We are thrilled to have made such supportive links with Jasun Envirocare. It’s fantastic to have the support from a local company who are keen to invest in our children’s future. This additional investment will enable us, as a charity, to provide even more resources for the children at school.”

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