Automotive

Rhodes — Carbon-Neutral Facility

ClientRhodes Accident Repair Centre
SectorAutomotive
DateNovember 2024
Automotive
Sector
November 2024
Date
Zeus + 2× Hades + PMR
Equipment
All-Electric + Solar
Energy

The Brief

Rhodes Accident Repair Centre in Rugeley has been a long-standing Todd Engineering customer. Their new purpose-built facility was designed from the ground up to achieve carbon neutrality — combining an all-electric Todd Engineering setup with solar battery storage to minimise grid reliance and demonstrate what the future of bodyshop operations looks like.

The Solution

Todd Engineering installed a Zeus Spray Booth centrally positioned with twin-loading roller shutter doors for enhanced access and operational flexibility, two Hades Preparation Booths with advanced airflow and extraction for clean, efficient vehicle preparation, and a Paint Mixing Room with centralised controls ensuring precise colour matching. A high-performance Compressor System supports all operational processes, complemented by Solar Battery Storage reducing grid reliance and supporting the facility's carbon-neutral ambitions.

Customer Overview

Rhodes Accident Repair Centre in Rugeley has been a long-standing customer of Todd Engineering, known for its commitment to quality repairs and forward-thinking operations. With a vision to expand their services and emphasise sustainability, Rhodes embarked on the development of a state-of-the-art, carbon-neutral facility.

The Solution

To support this vision, Todd Engineering installed an all-electric setup at the new Rhodes Rugeley site. The installation included:

Sustainability Focus

The new Rhodes site is complemented by a solar setup with impressive battery storage, aligning with their mission for reduced grid reliance and a lower carbon footprint. This setup not only supports their day-to-day operations but also reinforces their commitment to eco-friendly practices.

Results

The new facility now stands as a testament to how innovative technology and sustainable practices can go hand in hand. With the Zeus spray booth and Hades preparation booths, Rhodes has been able to increase their throughput and maintain high-quality outputs while aligning with environmental standards.

Conclusion

Rhodes Accident Repair Centre's new carbon-neutral site sets a benchmark in the industry, showcasing how collaboration with Todd Engineering can lead to sustainable success. This case study exemplifies Todd Engineering's role in supporting automotive facilities as they embrace the future of eco-friendly refinishing solutions.

The new facility has exceeded our expectations. Todd Engineering's expertise and top-quality equipment have been pivotal in creating a carbon-neutral setup that meets our operational needs while supporting our sustainability goals.

Freddie, Bodyshop Manager, Rhodes Accident Repair Centre

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