INDEX

PAGE

Introduction ..........................................................................................
.................. 2
Hotel
Profile ..................................................................................................
......... 3-4
The
Environment ........................................................................................
........ 5
Hotels Current
Standing .................................................................................. 6- 11
Feasible

INTRODUCTION
Type of Hotel: Resort and Spa

HOTEL
PROFILE

Location: 9 Moo 5 Paknampran Beach, Pranburi,

Prachuap Khirikhan 77220, Thailand (20 minute
drive from Hua Hin)

This report will be proposing an energy

HotelEvason
Area: 90,000 Hua
square metres
saving plan for a hotel,
Hin that
will be hopefully implemented
not spa,
only
Available Activities: to
Six Senses
volleyball,
kitesurfing, excursions, cooking classes, tennis, etc.
benefit the environment
but also benefit the
Number of Guestrooms: 145 guest rooms and 40
hotel itself and improve
other essential
individual pool villas
factors in building our secure future.
Number of Staff: 200
Category: 4 stars
Occupancy Rate: 70%
Awards:
Leading Villa Resort Thailand-World Travel Awards
2012& 2013
Leading Villa Resort Asia, World Travel Awards 2012

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS OF THE

HOTEL

THE
ENVIRONMENT

HOTELS CURRENT
STANDING
According
to research conducted earlier and the hotel inspection, most of
Evasons electrical appliances are not as energy conserving. There are
improvements about each product that should be considered.

As everyone holds a great reliance on the environment, we

cannot
livemajor
without
it as it that
plays
such
an essential
role.
These
are the
appliances
have
potential
to reduce
the energy
Therefore,
it
is
important
for
us
to
conserve
the
environment,
consumption:
become aware and become the global citizens.
1. Light Bulb
2. Refrigerator
Due
to the modernization and mounting use of fossil fuels,
3. Tap Water
research
has confirmed that our environment and future is in
4. Air Conditioner
danger.
Over 70% of our electricity is generated by finite

sources that undergo unsustainable processes to supply our

(All of which are included in each of the 180 guest rooms)
increasing demand.

Therefore, to deteriorate threats of pollution and climate

change, action must be taken with our energy consumption.
Evason Huahin can improve and change the situation about their
energy consumption for the better.

Below is Evasons monthly electrical bill for each 4 months:

Month

Consumptino (KWP)

September 13
January 14
May 14

338,480
240,420
377,500

Electricity Amount before

VAT (Baht)
1,251,038.97
901,314.56
1,397,115.77

LIGHT
BULB

1. Currently, the hotel is utilizing 9W fluorescent light bulbs. There are 10

in each room.
Below is a table of the
energy consumption and
fee of this light bulbs
usage.
Energy Consumption
(Prices are calculated
in
Measurement
Baht)
Evasons

Energy Consumption per Year

(electrical unit)

(electrical unit)

Energy Consumption per

Day
(electrical unit)

0.009

0.108

38.88

Current
Light Bulb

Cost of Electrical Unit

(4 baht / unit)

Cost of Electrical Usage

per Room per year (10
bulbs / room)

Cost of Electrical Usage per

Room per year based on Room
Occupancy (x70%)

155.52

1555.20

1088.60

Cost of Electrical Unit per Year for all Rooms (baht)

157,852.80 (this only includes fluorescent light bulbs, not the other types of lighting)

REFRIDGERATOR

2. Currently, the hotel is using a very old model of a Toshiba refrigerator.

One small mini bar fridge is placed in each of the guestrooms.
Below is a table indicating its energy consumption and price.

Energy Consumption
Measurement
(electrical unit)
Evasons Current
Toshiba
Refrigerator

0.099

Energy Consumption per

Day
(electrical unit)

Energy Consumption per

Year
(electrical unit)

2.376

855.36

Electrical Usage Cost of 1 Refrigerator per Year

3421.44
Electrical Usage Cost of all Refrigerators per Year

WATER
TAP
632966.4
SYSTEM
3. With the current
water tap system used,
Evason has been
consuming at the
conditions presented
below:

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Evasons Current
Water Tap System
(only in guest
rooms)

Water Usage per Person

a day (liters)

Approximate Water Usage

per room based on Room
Occupancy (liters)

Water Usage per Year

(liters)

200

51,800

18,907,000

Water Usage per Year

(cubic meter)

Cost per cubic meter

Total Cost of Water Usage

per Year

1890.7

20

378,140

AIR
CONDITIONER

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4. The current air conditioner compressor model is

placed in every room; it has an energy capacity of 8
amps and 18,000 BTU.

Evasons
Current
Air
Conditioner
Compressor
18,000 BTU
8 Amp

Energy Consumption Unit

for one compressor

Energy Consumption per

Day for one compressor
(electrical unit)

Gross Energy Consumption per

Year for one compressor
(electrical unit)

1.76

21.12

7603.20

Cost of Electricity per year for one

compressor
(4 baht / unit)

Cost of Electricity per Year for all

compressors in guestrooms (baht)

21,288.96

3832012.8

EVALUATI
ON

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Note: All 4 tables constructed above are approximations. Air conditioner and
light bulb usage for one day is assumed to be 12 hours/day and the amount
used is based on the average weekly hotel occupancy/ 70%.
The hotels current usages of the appliances are not as energy conserving and
eco-friendly as they can be as the electrical bill is very high compared to other
hotels. Additionally, based on the hotel inspection, a lot of the models are
outdated and do not have new technology properties. Currently, the hotels
electrical source is from fossil fuels, an unsustainable, non-renewable and finite
resource. The hotels electrical bill has also increased by 3% for the past 3
years.
However, this situation can be significantly changed for the better. Further
research on possible product improvements and implementations should be
conducted.
Concluding, the quality and the electrical consumption of the equipment can be
greatly improved. If enhanced, impacts on the environment will be lessened
and there will be long-term economical benefits. This report will be
concentrating on the changes that the hotel can make to the guestrooms since

SOLUTIO
NS

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In order to solve this problem, there are several ways the hotel can
improve their energy consumption by implementing the following ideas
in the guestrooms:
1. Change of current light bulb model to Philips 5W LED
2. Change of current water tap model to American Standard Concept
Square
3. Change of current air conditioner compressor model to Trane
Rotary
4. Change of current refrigerator model to new Toshiba Minibar Fridge
5. Installation of SPR solar panels
Most of these products are newly improved models of the old ones. Each of the
products will include its specifications, possible benefits and calculated
approximations of the energy consumed and electrical fee is used in all
guestrooms.

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The price presented is based on the price per unit in the public consumer
market, contact with the individual companies itself will most likely provide
lower
The current fluorescent light bulb used in
prices
Evason has an electrical usage of 9W. This is
if the
a relatively high consumption.
product is brought in a
great quantity.

SOLUTION #1:
LIGHT BULB

Suggested Model: 5W Philips LED

Light bulb
Product Specifications and Benefits:
- LED or Light Emitting Diode have a
longer lifespan and a higher electrical
efficiency compared to incandescent
and fluorescent ones
- The consumption of this light bulb
model (5W) is significantly lower than
the current one in use (9W),
especially once compared in a larger
scale
- Has a lifespan of 40,000 hours

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SOLUTION #1:
LIGHT BULB
Product Data

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SOLUTION #1:
LIGHT BULB

Philips 5W
Light Bulb

Energy Consumption
Measurement
(electrical unit)

Energy Consumption per

Day
(electrical unit)

Energy Consumption per Year

(electrical unit)

Evasons Current Bulb:

0.009
Proposed Bulb: 0.005

Evasons Current Bulb:

0.108
Proposed Bulb: 0.06

Evasons Current Bulb: 38.88

Proposed Bulb: 21.6

Cost of Electrical Unit

(4 baht / unit)

Cost of Electrical Usage

per Room per year (10
bulbs / room)
Evasons Bulb: 2332.80
Proposed Bulb: 864

Cost of Electrical Usage per

Room per year based on Room
Occupancy (x70%)
Evasons Bulb: 1088.64
Proposed Bulb: 604.80

Evasons Current Bulb:

155.52
Proposed Bulb: 86.4

Price of Electrical Unit per Year for all Rooms (baht)

Evasons Current Bulb: 157,852.80
Proposed Bulb: 87,696

Product Properties
With the implementation of this light bulb, the electrical consumption and approximate price per year is
provided in the table below:

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SOLUTION #2:
TOTAL COST OF PURCHASE: 120baht
per unit x 10 bulbs
WATER
TAP
The current
tap water
used in every Evason room is a
per room x 180
standard model that is commonly used in the hotel industry.
However, the properties of this model can be greatly
improved.

Suggested Model: American Standard Concept

Square Water Tap (code A-0401-00)
Product Specification and Benefits:
-Includes a mixer faucet with plug, flexible hose and
a stop valve
-Has been tested to operate over 1.5 million on and
off cycles without any failure, ensuring drip-free use
for a lifetime
-A very durable faucet body made out of brass, thick
nickel with a chromium finish. All materials are
strong, tough and resistant to scratch, rust, and
peeling.
-Has an additional 20% of air pressure compared to
the current tap used. Once 20% of air is added, 20%

rooms = 216,000
baht

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SOLUTION #2:
WATER TAP
Since this model has 20% more air pressure, the
American Standard Concept Square Water Tap
(code A-0401-00) will have a water consumption
and expense of usage in guestrooms as presented
below:

American
Standard Concept
Square Water Tap
(20% more air
pressure, 20%
less water
consumption)

Water Usage per Person

a day (liters)

Approximate Water Usage

per room based on Room
Occupancy (liters)

Water Usage per Year (liters)

Evasons Tap: 200

Proposed Tap: 160

Evasons Tap: 51,800

Proposed Tap: 41,400

Evasons Tap: 18,907,000

Proposed Tap:
15,125,600

Water Usage per Year (cubic meters)

Total Cost of Water Usage per Year

Evasons Tap: 1890.7

Proposed Tap: 1512.5

Evasons Tap: 378,140

Proposed Tap: 302,512

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COST:

SOLUTION #2:
WATER TAP

1400 per unit x 1 unit per room x 180 rooms =

252,000 baht

To further increase the water-usage efficiency, the appliances used in the shower and bath can be
improved to the model suggested below. This model, also made by American Standard, has similar
properties to this Concept Square Light Bulb model. Both models should be used in all guestrooms to
efficiently control the guests water usage.

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Currently, Evason is using an old Toshiba fridge, 1 unit in each room.

In reference to the evaluation of this model in page 8, the product
should be changed to significantly decrease the electrical
consumption and electrical bill.

Suggested Model: Toshiba Mini Bar Fridge (GR-A706C(BK))

Product Specifications:
- Has a capacity of 1.7 Cu.Ft.
- Modern, suitable for any room styles
- Strong wired shelves that distribute cold air faster and
more competently
- Is categorized as Level 5 Energy Efficient

SOLUTION #3:
REFRIDGERATOR

COST: 3213
per unit x 1
unit per
room x 180
rooms =
578340 baht

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SOLUTION #3:
REFRIDGERATOR
This updated model of the Toshiba Fridge is beneficial as it
conserves more energy, which will also lower the electrical bill.

Energy Consumption
Measurement
(electrical unit)
Toshiba Mini Bar
Fridge
GR-A706C(BK)

Evasons fridge: 0.099

Proposed Model:
0.066

Energy Consumption per

Day
(electrical unit)
Evasons fridge: 2.376
Proposed Model: 1.584

Energy Consumption per

Year
(electrical unit)
Evasons fridge: 855.36
Proposed Model: 570.24

Electrical Usage Price of 1 Refrigerator per Year

(4 baht/ unit)
Evasons fridge: 3421.44
Proposed Model: 2280.96
Electrical Usage Price of all Refrigerators per Year

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Evasons fridge: 632966.4

Proposed Model: 410572.8

Currently, Evason is using an old/outdated model of the Trane

compressor, 1 unit in each room. In reference to the evaluation of
this model in page 10, the product should be changed to
significantly decrease the electrical consumption and electrical bill.

SOLUTION #4: AIR

COMPRESSOR

Suggested Model: Trane Rotary Compressor (QP306PAA)

Product Specifications:
- For 0.75 5 tons
- Rotary compressor
Evasons current model is a piston-type compressor; this
new one is a rotary compressor. The two types are very
different as they have different energy efficient ratios. The
piston type consumes much more electricity than the rotary
type.
Rotary compressors have 2 rotating elements (similar to
gears), between which the refrigerant is compressed. The
compressors pump the refrigerant to lower or moderate
condensing pressures. Since they can handle small volume
of the gas and produce les pressure, they are used in fewer

Cost:
3500 baht
per unit x
1 unit per
room x 180
rooms =
630000
baht

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SOLUTION #4: AIR

COMPRESSOR
(The cheaper 18,000 BTU model has been chosen)

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TOTAL COST:
7500 baht per unit x 1
room x 180 rooms =
1,350,000

SOLUTION #4: AIR

COMPRESSOR

per

Below is a comparison
table

between the Evasons

current compressor
and the proposed one.
Both of the models
have the same energy
18,000 but the new
Trane model has a
lower energy
consumption of 6
amps.

of

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Evasons
Current
Air Compressor
18,000 BTU
8 Amp
Proposed
Trane
Compressor
Model
18,000 BTU
6 Amp

Energy Consumption Unit

Energy Consumption per

Day for one compressor
(electrical unit)

Gross Energy Consumption per

Year for one compressor
(electrical unit)

Evason Current Model: 1.76

Proposed Model: 1.32

Evason Current Model:

21.12
Proposed Model:
15.84

Evason Current Model: 7603.2

Proposed Model: 5702.40

Price of Electrical Unit per year for one

compressor
(4 baht / unit)
Evason Current Model: 21,288.96
Proposed Model: 15,966.72

Price of Electrical Unit per Year for all

compressors in guestrooms (baht)

Evason Current Model: 3832012.8

Proposed Model: 2874009.6

SOLUTION #5: SOLAR

POWER ROOF
Sourcing renewable energy is often the solution to become more environmental friendly, renewable energy
practices have been more implemented in our society. An appropriate and reliable source for this is solar
power as Thailands climate is always hot and sunny, especially Pranburi/Huahin.

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SPR or Solar Power Roof Co., Ltd is a hi-end solar roof service provider that specializes in installing solar
panels to create clean energy development for sustainable power security. The information presented
below is based on product info provided by SPR.
1. Highlights
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)

25 year warranty on Kyocera Solar Modules

Low maintenance expenses
Clean energy
Carbon emission reduction, relieving global warming
Special offer from KBank Smart Pay

2. Valuable Investments for Long-term Benefits

Solar Roof is a valuable investment that
enables consumers to decrease their energy
consumption costs going forward, with longterm benefits. A 25-year warranty for energy
and cost saving will be given
in the face of the expected
ongoing increases in energy
costs in the years to come.

SOLUTION #5: SOLAR

POWER ROOF

Household electricity expenses per month and estimated payback times for Solar Roof System:
Electricity consumption expenses (baht per
month)

Payback Time
(years)

(Note: Since the hotel has a higher

electricity consumption, the payback
years will be even lower.)

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4500-5000
9500-10000
15500 and over

3.

9
7
6 or lower

The Solar Roofs Function

The solar roof system installed has a size of 3.8 kWp of electricity.
premium quality of solar modules produced by Kyocera, Japan.
no loss and cash reserved more than 3 billion USD has
for more than 35 years, and its modules have been used in the
years.

The system combines

Kyocera Corporation with
manufactured Solar Modules
fields more than 30

These solar modules convert solar energy into electricity (Direct Current)
and flow to the inverter converting it to electricity (Alternating Current).
The electricity then flows through the Main Distribution Board to power
electrical appliances in the home during daytime. Surplus electricity supply
can be stored to energy utilities to be approved by the Ministry of Energy.
It would be ideal for Evason to install solar panels on the roof of the lobby
building, dining building or even the villas. Electricity can possibly be
produced for generating warm water or lighting electricity.
Information on the cost will need to be obtained through contact with SPR itself.
For more information on this product and their services: http://www.spcg.co.th/en/

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SOLUTION #5: SOLAR

POWER ROOF

Example Pictures:
(courtesy of SPR)

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CONCLUSION OF ALL
SOLUTIONS
Below is the summary of all 4 of the products
(excluding the installation of the solar panels since it is unknown where they will be placed so calculating
its specs is not possible)
Summary of product cost:
Proposed, Improved
Cost per 1 unit
Product
(baht)
Philips 5W LED Light
120
Bulb
American Standard
Concept Square Water
1400
Tap
Toshiba Mini Bar Fridge 3500
Trane Rotary Air
7500
Compressor

Cost for 180 rooms

(baht)
216,000
252,200
630000
1,350,000

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Below are calculations when each product is replaced in all of the guestrooms.
Proposed, Improved Product
Estimated Reduction of Energy per Estimated Reduction of Cost per
Year
Year (baht)
Philips 5W LED Light Bulb

31104 electrical unit

70156.80

American Standard Concept

Square Water Tap

3781400 liters or 378.2 cubic

meters

75628

Toshiba Mini Bar Fridge

51321.6 electrical unit

222393.6

342144 electrical unit

958003.2
FURTHER EVALUATION
OF THE
SOLUTIONS

Trane Rotary Air Compressor

IMPACTS OF THE SOLUTION:

There are countless benefits by implementing these solutions, in particular
improvements to the following aspects: society, economy, well-being, and the
environment. These benefits can be viewed in 4 different and distinct
perspectives.

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Economica
l
- Even though the products require
a large investment, there will be a
higher return for the long-run
(payback can be calculated)
- Since each of the products
proposed require less energy, the
implementation of them will lower
electrical fees
- Savings can be re-invested in new
environmental measures to ensure
a continuous improvement
- Renewable energy will create more
jobs and promote this flourishing
industry of clean and safe energy

Well-Being and
Society

- Creates a better overall environment

for guests and staff as making the
hotel more eco-friendly will promote a
An additional
point is
the publicity
positive
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within
the hotelabout
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FURTHER EVALUATION OF THE

SOLUTIONS

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FURTHER EVALUATION OF THE

SOLUTIONS

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Environmental
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be implemented.
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the hotels plan to become eco-friendly even more.

1.Staff involvement + education

Since the staff is an important component in the hotels service, they should be aware
of the issue and become driven to maintain the environment and understand the
different methods. To do so, this may include lessons from professionals or possibly
staff from other successful eco hotels to come and explain the process and specific
information on the impacts.
2.Guest involvement + enrichment

OTHER SOLUTIONS

Educating the guests is also the key. Even though the majority of guests stay in the
hotel for 2-3 nights, the ecofriendly practices can be continued at home. Guests should
be
involved
in conserving
energy
and should
understand
the different
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off appliances when not in use. For example, there can be small wooden signs to
remind guests to turn off the air conditioner off before leaving the room. Or even a big
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products and sourcing renewable energy and the ways the guests can actually help. If

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OTHER SOLUTIONS

3.Public Advertising of being an energy efficient/ecofriendly hotel

As mentioned earlier in the section above, the fact that the hotel is becoming more eco
friendly will change the hotels image and create good publicity if promoted properly.
Since the eco tourism industry is on the rise, guests will be more eager to support eco
friendly hotels and with the right publicity, the public will become aware of Evason
Huahin and its sustainable practices. Advertising methods may include for information
to be spread on the hotels website, trip advisor, forums, CNN travel, Yahoo travel,
blogs, Instagram, etc. The effects of this point include better sales and a more
respectable and well-rounded reputation. Additionally, other hotels may look at Evason
as a model and become more inclined to implement similar practices, possibly other
hotels under the Six Senses brand. Undoubtedly, this will benefit the environment,
society, economy, and future circumstance for the better.
4.Advertising within the hotel
Advertising within the hotel will improve points 1 and 2 (staff and guest
enrichment) as everyone becomes more aware. A possible method of
advertising would be to create a visible, big board in the lobby, the pool
or any public area in the hotel with information on our effects to the
environment, and the solutions that Evason has implemented.
Additionally, signs, pamphlets or artwork can be used to further promote
this idea.
Concluding, if these behavioral changes and education ideas are implemented
along with the energy-conserving products, Evason will find great success in
becoming eco-friendly.

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CONCLUS
ION

By implementing these four products, the total cost reduction per

year is 1326181.6 baht. Clearly through all the calculations and
tables, a significant amount of energy and money can be saved.
Even though all of the products require a large investment for it to be
used in all of the guestrooms, there is a high return and cost benefit.
Additionally, the solar roof panel should be put in serious consideration as
Evason has the ideal location, building and weather for these panels to be
placed on. SPCG should be contacted for more detail and information.
Not only should the products listed above be applied, Evason should also take
further action in becoming more eco friendly (as there are clear benefits) by
applying more sustainable practices. For instance, installing a small-scale wind
turbine or even changing the washing machine that requires less power.
As mentioned earlier, there are numerous benefits for implementing these
solutions including payback, possible publicity, sales created, awareness to both
guests and staff, lower electrical price in the long-run and the conservation of
the environment.

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Most importantly,
Evason can be the
leading eco-friendly
hotel in the ecotourism industry, as other hotels will also follow the footsteps into creating a
more sustainable environment.

IMPORTANT PRODUCT
INFORMATION

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1. Philips Light Bulb

Philips Lighting Thailand
28th Floor, Thai Summit Tower, New Petchburi Road
Bangkapi, Huaykhwang, Bangkok

+662 614 3333

IMPORTANT PRODUCT
INFORMATION
2. American Standard Water Tap

Mon-Fri: 8:00-20:00
Sat: 8:00-12:00

http://www.americanstandard.co.th/product/category/page-product-detail-en.php?pID=137

5.
SPR
Solar
Panel
3. Toshiba Mini Bar Fridge
http://www.toshiba.co.th/EN/page-product-pc3-info.php?product_id=81&kind_id=2&gp_id=5
Sathorn Tower 6th Floor +6627899987
4. Trane Rotary Air Compressor
Trane Thailand
30th - 31st Floor, Vanit Building II
1126/2 New Petchburi Road, Makkasan Ratchthevee
Bangkok, Thailand 10400
PH:+66 2704 9999

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http://www.spcg.co.th/

SPCG Public Company Limited

Head Office
333/20,United Tower 14 F, Sukhumvit 55
Sukhumvit Road, Klongton-Nua , Wattana,
Bangkok Thailand 10110
Tel : +662 712 9501 5
Fax : +662 712 7383 4