If you haven’t heard of Voltage Optimisation (VO) before, you’re not alone but it’s quietly becoming one of the smartest energy-saving tools in the UK commercial sectors and more importantly within the hospitality sector.

What Does Voltage Optimisation Actually Do?
Most buildings in the UK receive electricity at a higher voltage than they really need, usually around 240V. The issue? Most electrical equipment is designed to run efficiently at lower voltages. That extra energy doesn’t improve performance, it just increases your electricity bills and puts strain on your systems.
VO systems reduce that incoming voltage to a more optimal, stable level before the electricity reaches your distribution board. This small shift can make a big difference in both energy consumption and equipment lifespan.

How Does It Work?
Voltage Optimisation is essentially a type of transformer that regulates and reduces incoming voltage before it reaches your building’s distribution board. It’s installed just upstream of where electricity is distributed throughout your site.
Most buildings in the UK receive electricity at a higher voltage than they actually need and this excess isn’t just unnecessary, it’s wasteful. VO ensures you’re not paying for voltage you don’t use.
Installation is straightforward. Once a site survey is complete, the installation is carefully planned to avoid disruption to operations. There’s a short shutdown window – usually around 1 to 2 hours – to safely connect the system to your supply. After that, it runs quietly in the background, improving efficiency without needing ongoing input.

Standard vs Dynamic Systems
We manufacture in the UK and offer two types of systems:
● Standard VO: Reduces voltage to a fixed, efficient level.
● Dynamic VO: Automatically adjusts voltage levels to match your site’s needs which is great for variable loads
or sensitive equipment.

Is VO Right for My Business?
VO is ideal for sectors with consistent energy use like hospitality, leisure, offices, or manufacturing. One of our recent installs at Gara Rock, a boutique coastal hotel was completed without a hitch. The team there saw immediate gains without changing a single guest experience.
Why Businesses Are Getting On Board

Voltage Optimisation is a simple, effective way to reduce wasted energy at the source. It’s quick to install, low-disruption, and helps improve efficiency without changing how your site operates. For many UK businesses, it’s becoming a quiet but powerful part of their energy strategy.

• Lower electricity bills from day one
• Improved equipment performance and lifespan
• Fast installation, minimal disruption
• No operational changes needed
• Works as a standalone or complementary system