Fakhruddin CHS, a pioneer in sustainable engineering solutions, has introduced its proprietary Thermal Bank, a revolutionary thermal energy storage system designed to support the UAE’s Net Zero 2050, Circular Economy Policy (2021–2031), and National Food Security Strategy 2051.
The system uses a patented phase change material (PCM) that stores and releases thermal energy by alternating between solid and liquid states. It operates through two circuits:
Glycol-based loop: -5°C to 0°C
Water-based loop: 10°C to 50°C
These circuits deliver high-efficiency energy exchange via plate heat exchangers, minimizing the need for continuous mechanical cooling.
Use Case: Boosting Food Security at Maliha Dairy
The Thermal Bank’s first deployment took place at Maliha Dairy, where maintaining cow drinking water at a steady 15°C is crucial for milk quality and livestock health. Given the UAE’s extreme desert climate and fluctuating energy demands, the solution needed to be both adaptive and energy-efficient.
Dr. Samiullah Khan, Chief Sustainability Officer at Fakhruddin Holdings, explained:
“Cows don’t drink at the same time, and temperatures swing drastically. We needed a system that adapts, saves energy, and guarantees 15°C water year-round.”
Using a dual-mode chiller and smart controls, the Thermal Bank stores energy at night and cools during the day, cutting required cooling capacity from 1050 TR to just 650 TR—a 38% reduction.
