by stuarts-admin | Dec 13, 2017 | commercial property exeter, Skip Hire exeter
With the big day fast approaching we thought we’d just take a minute to wish all of our customers – past, present and future – a very Merry Christmas.
2017 has been an amazing year for Stuarts with lots of exciting things happening; new commercial units purchased, the new Volvo depot opening in Roche, agricultural contracts, new vehicles and new equipment, staff and the build start of the huge recycling centre in Exeter. To say its been busy would be an understatement!
Although we are looking forward to the festive break we are also very excited for 2018 to see what the year brings. We hope it will be as productive and rewarding at the previous one and are keen to continue building on the professional relationships we have with many local businesses.
Certainly the opening of the new recycling centre for EMS in Exeter is something to look forward to and we will keep everyone notified of the progress and opening date.
A big thank you!
To our valued customers both in the local area and further afield we thank you very much for your support. Every customer is important to us and we strive to provide the best possible service that we can.
Those of you who have been happy with our service, we look forward to seeing you again over the coming year.Remember if you need any advice we are always on hand to help in any way we can.
So stock up on those Ferrero Rocher and remember Baileys might taste amazing but you might regret it in the new year!
Have a fantastic, relaxing time with your loved ones and we’ll look forward to seeing you again in 2018.
by stuarts-admin | Nov 21, 2017 | Recycling
Recycling – where the waste goes
At EMS, we understand the growing importance of effective recycling schemes, so we do our best to be a part of the solution, rather than the problem.
Whenever we work with clients, we try to ensure that all recyclables and non-recyclables are separated at source. In turn, this allows us to maintain the highest quality of recycled products.
Doing our bit for the environment
Being based in such a naturally spectacular part of the UK, we know first-hand the dangers that a lack of recycling can do to the environment.
We aim to do our bit to maintain the stunning Devon coastal culture that we all know and love. That’s why we’ve gone to great lengths to ensure our waste recycling process is as environmentally friendly as it possibly can be, and we keep Devon’s impact on the environment to a minimum.
This means employing highly trained staff who understand the ins and outs of effective recycling processes, as well as using modern equipment and machinery.
This allows us to deal with waste removal services for small domestic dwellings, as well as larger commercial purposes. We now offer waste management programmes, scrap metal recycling and skip hire, and here are some of what we recycle:
• Wood
• Plastic
• Metal – both ferrous and non-ferrous
• Paper
• Cardboard
• Glass
• Garden and green waste
• Inert waste
What happens to the non-recyclable waste we collect?
Even non-recyclable waste can be put to good use, instead of clogging up local landfills and harming the environment. That’s why the majority of our non-recyclable waste goes to MVV in Plymouth.
They have an EFW CHP facility in Devonport which aims to create sustainable benefits for the local community, such as:
• Their safe and reliable technology allows us here at Bay Skips to avoid our waste going to landfill
• Provides more affordable heat and electricity for homes and businesses across Devon
• By using waste to make energy, it stops the need for more fossil fuels
• Their services reduce the levels of Co2 emitted in Devon every year by 72,000 tonnes. This saves more than 700 hectares of forest, roughly the size of 1,000 football fields.
If you have any waste removal needs and would like to join us in becoming a part of the solution to environmental damage, then get in contact today.
Our friendly staff are on hand to help you find a solution that suits both you and the beautiful Devon countryside.
Some Interesting Recycling Facts!
Did you know?
- 1 recycled tin can would save enough energy to power a television for 3 hours.
- 1 recycled glass bottle would save enough energy to power a computer for 25 minutes.
- 1 recycled plastic bottle would save enough energy to power a 60-watt light bulb for 3 hours.
- 70% less energy is required to recycle paper compared with making it from raw materials.
- Up to 60% of the rubbish that ends up in the dustbin could be recycled.
- On average, 16% of the money you spend on a product pays for the packaging, which ultimately ends up as rubbish.
- As much as 50% of waste in the average dustbin could be composted.
by stuarts-admin | Nov 1, 2017 | Volvo Dealers, Volvo Garage, Volvo Repairs
South West-based Volvo trucks dealership, Stuarts Truck & Bus has opened a new Dealerpoint near Roche in Cornwall.
The recently redeveloped seven-acre site is adjacent to the main A30 expressway at Victoria Business Park and represents a six-figure investment for the company, which covers the entire Devon and Cornwall peninsula with their other established Volvo Dealerpoints in Exeter and Plymouth.
Stuarts Truck & Bus opened the Victoria Dealerpoint on 16th October 2017 when its former site in Redruth was closed.
The new facility offers greatly increased space and includes an eight bay, drive-through workshop neighbouring a fully stocked parts department.
An integral office block contains both the workshop and parts reception desks, in addition to a driver waiting area and welfare facilities.
Justin Fisher and Martin Williams, Sales Directors at Stuarts Truck & Bus, will provide new and used Volvo truck sales for the area.
“Our new Victoria site strengthens our commitment to existing and new Volvo truck and bus customers in Cornwall,” reports Ryan Stuart, Operations Director at Stuarts Truck & Bus, adding “We are scheduled to have an Authorised Testing facility (MOT) bay open soon and the feedback from the local community has been extremely positive. People are pleased to see investment in the Cornish economy.”
Depot manager, Chris Knowd heads up the team at Victoria Dealerpoint, which offers a full Volvo service facility that includes a tachograph centre, Volvo Action Service 24-hour breakdown cover and pre-MOT checking, including roller brake testing. The well-equipped workshop also includes two full length inspection pits and vehicle hoists.
“The new Victoria Dealerpoint offers us a much increased capacity in addition to a more convenient location. Most of our customer base will literally pass the door when using the A30. At present our opening hours are day-shift based, but our intention is to move to 7am to 11pm, Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings as soon as possible,” declares Ryan Stuart.
In 2004 Stuarts took over the Volvo Dealerships at Saltash and Redruth followed by the start of new and used Volvo truck sales in 2013, after decades of operating a service and repair franchise.
“Those additional properties and the start of truck sales really changed the way we did business,” recalls Ryan Stuart. “We are now pushing towards 30 per cent market share for Volvo Trucks in Devon and Cornwall and our goal is continue and grow our position as the strongest truck dealership representation in South West England.”
by stuarts-admin | Oct 31, 2017 | Recycling, Skip Hire exeter
Recycled paper – what on Earth happens to it?
In this day and age, we should all understand the importance of recycled paper and its role in helping to combat deforestation.
However, once you place your waste paper in the recycling bin, you must be left wondering, “what on Earth happens to it now?”
Well, here’s a rundown of the recycling process:
The process of recycling paper
Once you place your waste paper in the recycling bin, it is collected by a waste management company. It is then taken to a waste recycling factory where it is separated based on the grade of the paper.
To remove anything like ink and glue, the paper is all bundled together and washed with soapy water. It is then placed in a large container where, when mixed with water, it becomes a sort of paste.
Different products are then added to the mix to turn it back into paper or create cardboard.
The slurry that remains after is rolled into long sheets before being left to dry. Afterwards, it is then cut into its necessary shape and repackaged, ready to be sold once again.
What is our role here at EMS Waste Services?
We deal with a lot of waste recycling services, and recycling paper is a core part of our company.
We have partnered with Cycle Link International to procure a lot of cardboard, and we do our best to recycle as much as possible.
Once it is all appropriately separated,
we send the cardboard up to our depot in Exeter.
Here it can be properly processed and baled.
We tend to find that a lot of this recycled cardboard and paper is shipped over to China, where they are in heavy need of sustainable sources of such materials.
Years of heavy demand in China, coupled with a lack of sustainability programmes, has left China with a lack of sustainable wood pulp sources with which to make their own paper.
We understand the importance of recycling and reusing paper and cardboard in struggling countries like China, and we are proud to be a part of the solution.
If you’d like to find out more about the services we have available, then please contact us on 01395 233748.
by stuarts-admin | Sep 28, 2017 | Volvo Dealers, Volvo Garage, Volvo Repairs
New Volvo Depot
We are excited to announce the opening of our new depot at Victoria Business Park, Roche, Cornwall. This new facility will supply Volvo commercial vehicles, parts and servicing across the South West.
New Roche Depot
Here at Stuarts we have a long history in transportation. Our relationship with Volvo stretches as far back as 1968 when we operated our first Volvo F88. Then in 1977 we became the official Volvo truck dealer for Devon, and eventually including Cornwall.
As Devon and Cornwall’s only authorised dealer for Volvo trucks and buses, we strive to improve our coverage to ensure we are within easy reach of our customers. We are continuously looking for new ways to strengthen our service.
Although the Redruth depot will be closing, the new facility will enhance our network of depots, which includes facilities in Exeter and Plymouth. Stuarts will continue to serve the whole of the West Country right down to Lands End.
New Depot Interior
The new depot will provide major upgrades to the Stuart’s network.
The Victoria facility will be capable of servicing and repairing all makes of vehicle, plus of course Volvo trucks and buses. Including air conditioning and wheel alignment.
To complete the depot offering there is a useful onsite ATF/MOT centre.
The depot, which is opening very soon will be located at:
New Roche Depot
Victoria Business Park
Roche
Cornwall
PL26 8LQ
01726 839171
Although we continue to expand, we are still a family owned and run business. We pride ourselves on our local connections and work to improve the service and facilities we provide to all owners of Volvo commercial vehicles across the south west.
The opening date is still to be confirmed, planned for early to mid-October. If you have any questions or would like some more information about our exciting expansion, please contact us.
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