Variable Speed Control Drives Energy Savings Variable frequency drives (VFDs) were once used only for large motors in industrial facilities. With advances in microelectronics and control technology, VFDs have become a reliable and efficient means of controlling motor speed in a variety of settings. As businesses are coming under increasing pressure to save energy and … Read more
https://player.vimeo.com/external/306424379.hd.mp4?s=b0bac272e5795441da1861ddc78074a63c51a110&profile_id=175 VIDEO: 4 Ways to Save Energy with EMS An energy management system (EMS) can help save money in your facility by performing four basic functions across a variety of applications. Control. An EMS controls the building environment by delivering just the right amount of conditioned air, fresh air and lighting for each type of … Read more
https://player.vimeo.com/external/206621663.hd.mp4?s=c8ea23e81ed4837f61b7650ab43bc6cd0b313ae5&profile_id=119 Best Energy-Saving Opportunities for Motors Motors are major consumers of energy in industrial and commercial facilities. Equipment such as pumps, chillers and compressors all have motors performing a mechanical function. Mark Farrell, program manager and energy coach, draws on his many years of experience to provide some insights into the best opportunities for reducing … Read more
Landscaping Your Property for Energy Efficiency Good landscaping design adds beauty to your property and enhances curb appeal. While these are great benefits, did you know that properly placed trees and plants can also reduce heating and cooling costs and make your building more comfortable? The shady side Solar heat gain through windows and … Read more
Should You Convert Your Fleet to Electric Vehicles? Fleets around the country are starting to convert to electric vehicles (EVs), including big names like UPS, FedEx and Amazon. But is it the right fit for your business? It will depend on what your goals are (lower costs, sustainability) and what type of fleet you operate. … Read more
Charge Up Your Forklifts: Five Reasons to Go Electric Forklifts are critical in many industries, from material handling on shipping docks to shuffling pallets around grocery stores. Whatever your business, if investing in a new lift truck is on the horizon, consider how well electrically powered units stack up against traditional internal combustion (IC) machines. … Read more
How do you determine load factor and what does it mean for your facility? Our expert explains.
Tell Your Energy Efficiency Story You’ve finished your energy efficiency project and the savings are rolling in. Don’t keep it to yourself; get the word out about your accomplishments using a variety of media channels. With such publicity, you’ll be better able to justify your next project. You’ll also be promoting your company’s commitment to … Read more
Comparing Energy Modeling Software There are dozens of energy modeling programs to choose from, all providing a whole building comparison to a baseline. Some programs offer computational fluid dynamics (CFD), daylighting analysis, credit calculations for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and other features. Choosing the right program for your project will depend on … Read more