Search ResultSurprising sources of energy savings in industry
Do you know the concept of productive vs. non-productive energy? HE Consulting is using the concept to dig into what they call best-known secrets of energy efficiency. Read about the 3+1 sources for energy savings and solutions to grab these opportunities.
Read Full Business PracticeSolvay - optimizing cooling water pumps
Short case study describing how the application of KSB energy efficiency system approach has led to energy savings of 25% at Solvays recooling plant in Bad Wimpfen, Germany. For details about KSB energy efficiency system approach, see paper about optimising hydraulic systems.
Read Full Business PracticeProMinent - process metering pumps
Short case study describing how ProMinent implemented a complex pump system while at the same time achieving energy savings up to 60%. The implementation was guided by KSB energy efficiency system concept covering all components of the pump system, from variable speed drive controls to the monitoring system.
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Revolutionizing Pump Systems: The Power of Life Cycle Cost Analysis
In today's competitive industrial landscape, optimizing operational costs while maintaining peak performance is crucial for success. One often overlooked area with significant potential for…
Read Full articleCase Study: benefits of automated root cause analysis in production processes
A case study describing the benefits of using automated root cause analysis combined with advanced data retrievel techniques in the pharmaceutical industry. From generating strong signals out of small data sets up to the validation via DoE. Benefits range from process improvements and energy savings to reduced waste product.
Read Full Business PracticeCase study cement industry: increased fuel efficiency
This short case study shows how data mining has led to significant and recurrent savings in a cement plant located in Belgium. In this example, the fueling of the multi-step-heating process of production lines was analyzed and optimized. A good case to show that data analytics might be capable to deliver the next step in energy efficiency.
Read Full Business PracticePrayon case study: with data mining to energy efficiency improvements
Prayon is the world leader in production of phosphate salts. This short case study describes how Engis, the main plant of Prayon, saves EUR 500.000 per year on energy costs. Prayon has applied three main steps delivered by specialist PEPITe: advanced data mining techniques, real-time visualization and cross department training.
Read Full Business PracticeOutokumpu Cools Machine Shop using natural Elements
To cool the rolling mill's machine shop, Outokumpu has chosen a solution that saves energy compared with more conventional alternatives. There are two ways to cool the machine shop. One is to use outdoor air, the other to use industrial water from a nearby river and cool the air through existing cooling coils and a SWEP B649 brazed plate heat exchanger.
Read Full Business PracticeBakery UK - production air with heat recovery
Just three months after installing two fixed-speed L110s and one regulated-speed L132RS compressor, along with a heat recovery system from CompAir, a leading supplier of bread products is on target to achieve annual energy savings in the region of £188,000, with a payback on investment in less than two years.
Read Full Business PracticeLoad Management of Industrial Systems
If a company wants to reduce its energy costs, its primary focus should be on reducing energy consumption. However, in many cases, companies can also realize significant savings by optimizing 1. Their energy consumption profile and 2. Their energy contract and purchasing strategy. Among other things, this paper will discuss various ways of adjusting consumption supported by practical examples.
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