Monitoring energy usage at fuel pumps: illustrating potential savings
In the world of plant operations, making modernization decisions can be a daunting task. However, a solution has emerged that promises to simplify this process and yield significant financial benefits: the Energy Check, offered free by Grundfos.
The Energy Check is designed to help plant operators make secure modernization decisions. Conducted by specially trained employees, usually on-site, the Energy Check involves the collection of essential data about the plant's pump systems. Operators need only provide operating details for the Energy Check to get underway.
The Energy Check reveals savings opportunities for most pumps surveyed in larger objects. For instance, in a hospital, an investment of around 47,000 euros opens up annual savings of 25,000 euros. In a fitness center, two intelligently controlled block pumps instead of three outdated pumps in continuous operation reduce operating costs by almost 7,000 euros per year. Similarly, replacing four outdated primary circulation pumps in the cooling system of an office and residential building can save over 26,000 euros per year.
The search results do not contain specific information about a company in Germany offering a free "Energy Check" for pump systems. However, Martin Hofmann, Aftermarket Sales Manager at Grundfos, states that the Energy Check provides a reliable estimate of savings potential in pumps.
In most cases, there are more efficient alternatives for almost all pumps. After the Energy Check, Grundfos discusses the results with the plant operator and provides further recommendations. If a partial modernization is already planned, the corresponding system parts can be spared or decided on a case-by-case basis. In some cases, Grundfos takes a closer look at selected pumps for more detailed information and to calculate different alternatives.
The Energy Check complies with ISO 14414 (Energy evaluation of pump systems) and has a calculative accuracy of +/- 10 percent. The Energy Check report includes essential data on inspected pumps, replacement recommendations, savings in electricity, energy costs, and CO2, as well as investment costs and payback time.
The Energy Check is usually conducted at larger objects with several pumps in the German-speaking region, where Martin Hofmann reports more than 1,000 Energy Checks per year. The calculated payback time of Energy Check investments is typically less than three years.
For facility management service providers, the Energy Check helps meet contractual cost and CO2 reduction targets. By investing in modern, efficient pump systems, they can significantly reduce their energy costs and contribute to a more sustainable future.
In conclusion, the Energy Check offers a valuable service for plant operators and facility management service providers alike. By providing a reliable estimate of savings potential and offering expert recommendations, the Energy Check makes the process of modernizing pump systems more straightforward and beneficial for all involved.
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