If you're a business operating a spray booth system, you've likely noticed your energy bills climbing, despite your efforts to use energy wisely. The question of how to effectively curb these costs, while maintaining operational efficiency, is a common challenge in our industry.
The push for sustainability and cost savings has made energy efficiency crucial, especially in industries like paint booths facing high demands from ventilation and compressed air usage.
At TECOR, we're here to help. Our high-efficiency paint booth systems and pioneering CONSERVE System controls represent a significant leap toward reducing energy consumption for spray booth systems.
Join us as we explore the intricacies of demand charges and share our expert advice on how to boost your paint booth system's energy efficiency.
The Cost of Energy: Understanding Demand Usage
Utility companies bill businesses for energy in two main ways: the total energy used across the billing cycle and "demand usage."
Demand charges kick in when your energy consumption spikes to its peak at any moment, reflecting the maximum power your facility draws. This peak usage dictates the demand charge, often a substantial slice of your energy expenses.
Take, for instance, a 5 HP motor peaking at 18 amps (4,140 watts) to start, then operating at 7.2 amps (1,656 watts). The peak consumption of 4,140 watts becomes your demand charge's benchmark.
Seasonally, demand charge rates fluctuate, with summer rates around $14.79 per kW and off-
peak rates at $10.79 per kW. Remarkably, demand charges can constitute 30–70% of your total electricity bill. Identifying and managing these demand spikes—typically at the day's start, after breaks, or lunch—becomes pivotal in reigning in your energy costs.
At TECOR, we're committed to helping you navigate these challenges, offering solutions that not only minimize energy consumption but also bolster your bottom line.
The TECOR CONSERVE System: A Game-Changer
The TECOR CONSERVE System is engineered to tackle these challenges head-on. By eliminating demand spikes and reducing electrical usage during downtime, the CONSERVE System offers a smarter way to manage energy consumption.
Downtime, or any period when manufacturing processes halt, presents a prime opportunity for energy savings. Our system ensures that even when machines are running without producing, energy usage is minimized.
Gas and Compressed Air Efficiency
Beyond electricity, the CONSERVE System also intelligently controls gas usage for makeup air or production processes. Our comprehensive surveys identify opportunities to coordinate electrical and gas usage effectively, significantly reducing monthly energy costs.
Moreover, compressed air, a major energy consumer in paint systems, is optimized through a total system survey. This survey assesses everything from compressor efficiency to ultrasonic leak testing, uncovering potential savings in every corner of your compressed air system.
Unlocking Energy Rebates
An added benefit of enhancing your system's energy efficiency is the potential to qualify for various rebates. These can range from safety systems to reductions in electrical and gas usage.
TECOR's team is dedicated to exploring available rebates from utility providers and government sources, ensuring you maximize your investment's return.
Beyond Paint Booths: Facility-Wide Energy Surveys
At TECOR, we recognize that energy conservation extends beyond paint booths. That's why we offer energy usage surveys for other operations within your facility, tailored to the extent you desire.
Whether you're looking to improve efficiency in a single area or across your entire operation, TECOR's expertise in energy conservation is at your service.
Final Thoughts
Investing in TECOR's energy-saving systems is not just a step toward reducing operational costs; it's a leap into a more sustainable and efficient future for your business.
Our CONSERVE System is at the forefront of this transformation, ensuring that your paint booths and broader manufacturing processes are as energy-efficient as possible.
Ready to revolutionize your energy usage and boost your bottom line? Contact TECOR today and discover the ideal energy-saving solution for your needs.