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Case Studies

Case Study 1

Boiler and Chiller Closed Loops

Problem

Boiler and Chiller closed loops water is dirty with metal and scale. Chemical treatments only attempt to kill bacteria and reduce scale. Videos of pipework show inside the pipes and the extent of the metal and scale buildup. This buildup moves through the systems of coils and valves and causes numerous problems, maintenance costs, service costs, decreased lifespan and reduces cooling/heating effects.

Solution

Our solution is designed to enhance operations, increase efficiency, and improve overall performance. By implementing best practices and modern technology, we help businesses optimize workflows, reduce costs, and drive innovation. Reducing FM costs, extending the life of expensive equipment, capital costs offset 8-10 years, and higher operating efficiency during lifespan is all paid for via energy savings and rebates within 3-5 years. 

Efficiency improvement includes coil heat transfer increase, unstick valves, reduced water pumping required, etc.

Impact

Savings average 10%-13% depending on the system.

Significant FM resources reduction:

* Minimal chiller tube punching required – sometimes

not necessary to clean for 2 years

* Improved heat transfer of the boiler/chiller to the

water

* Increase in coil efficiency – better heat transfer

* Less overall service required

Financial Summary

Based on market analysis, businesses that implement our strategies see an average 10% reduction in operational costs and an 18% improvement in workflow efficiency within the first year. Clients can expect a strong return on investment through improved productivity and streamlined operations.

Projects Completed: 2

Savings: $90,000/year

kWh savings of: 700,000/year

Case Study 2

CX Retro Commissioning

Problem

DX, CRAC, CRAH, and Rooftops are expensive to maintain and have significant life reduction based on outdoor conditions such as brackish air, pollutants, etc. Some of our clients need to replace condensers every 7 years. Replacing DX units is expensive, needs a crane, and takes

systems offline for days.

Solution

Our solution is designed to enhance operations, increase efficiency, and improve overall performance. By implementing best practices and modern technology, we help businesses

optimize workflows, reduce costs, and drive innovation. Retro-commissioning with our technology provides a new system without replacement. It provides like-new efficiency,

capital costs offset 8-10 years, better operation, and reduces maintenance/service. All of this is paid for via energy savings and rebates within 3-5 years. Advanced technologies are applied that bring the unit to high efficiency without replacing the entire unit.

Impact

Savings average 15%-58% increase in EER.

Significant FM resources reduction:

* Like new unit

* Significant reduction of service required

* High operating efficiency

* Lower energy costs

Financial Summary

Based on market analysis, businesses that implement our strategies see an average of 25% reduction in operational costs and an 45% improvement in workflow efficiency within the

first year. Clients can expect a strong return on investment through improved productivity and streamlined operations.

Projects Completed: 8 properties,

Savings of: $100,000/ year

kWh savings of: 830,000/year

Case Study 3

Chiller Optimization

Problem

Chiller systems are rarely optimally tuned to the requirements of the system in an efficient manner. Most chiller plants run at much higher capacity than needed to satisfy the building’s demands. There is no need to over-operate equipment but only supply the necessary chilled water at temperatures and pressures as needed.

Solution

Our solution is designed to enhance operations, increase efficiency, and improve overall performance. By implementing best practices and modern technology, we help businesses

optimize workflows, reduce costs, and drive innovation. Reducing FM costs, extending the life of expensive equipment, capital costs offset 8-10 years, and higher operating efficiency during lifespan. All  of this is paid for via energy savings and rebates within 3-5 years. Operating chiller plants exactly according to the building’s needs provides a cost-efficient delivery of chilled water.

Impact

Savings average 30%-58% depending on the system.

Significant FM resources reduction:

* Less equipment use

* Reduced service/maintenance costs

* Improved equipment operation

* Better AC temperature regulation

Financial Summary

Based on market analysis, businesses that implement our strategies see an average 20% reduction in operational costs and a 35% improvement in workflow efficiency within the first

year. Clients can expect a strong return on investment through improved productivity and streamlined operations.

Projects completed: 3

Savings of $8,000/month per installation

kWh savings of: 67,000/month/installation

Case Study 4

Chiller Cooling Tower (Electrocell)

Problem

Condenser systems with cooling towers and chillers are an open loop and always get airborne particulates and particles, dirt, etc. This affects heat transfer, longevity, maintenance,

service and FM resources.

Solution

Our solution is designed to enhance operations, increase efficiency, and improve overall performance. By implementing best practices and modern technology, we help businesses

optimize workflows, reduce costs, and drive innovation. Reducing FM costs, extending the life of expensive equipment, capital costs offset 8-10 years, higher operating efficiency during the lifespan. All this is paid for via energy savings and rebates within 3-5 years. In addition to the reduction of particulates on the cooling tower pads which need cleaning every 6 months, and the removal of the film on chiller tubes, there is significant water savings. Significant reduction of legionella probability while needing less chemicals.

Impact

Savings average 14%-17% depending on the system.

Significant FM resources reduction:

* Minimal chiller tube punching required – sometimes

not necessary to clean for 2 years

* Significant reduction of cooling tower blowdown –

water reduction

* Increase in chiller/cooling tower efficiency – better

heat transfer

* Less overall service required

Financial Summary

Based on market analysis, businesses that implement our strategies see an average 20% reduction in operational costs and a 35% improvement in workflow efficiency within the first

year. Clients can expect a strong return on investment through improved productivity and streamlined operations.

Projects Completed: 24 properties,

Savings of: $2,640,000/ year

kWh savings of: 22,000,000/year

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