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Engineer’s Corner: An Opinion on Calculated Versus Deemed Savings Approach
In a deemed savings approach, pre-determined kW and kWh savings are attributable to energy efficiency measures in a particular type of application and in a calculated approach, specific variables involved in the application must be determined beforehand to then calculate the savings.
3 Questions About Anti-Sweat Door Heaters Answered
To prevent condensate related problems, manufacturers include electric heaters in the frames, doors and sometimes in the glass of cooler and freezer doors. Anti-sweat door heaters keep the glass and frames clear of condensation.
6 Do-It-Yourself Ways to Reduce Your Commercial HVAC Energy Costs
Behind refrigeration, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air condition) is the most energy-intensive mechanism in commercial and industrial spaces. In the average commercial building, HVAC accounts for 15% of the building’s energy consumption.
A Quick Crash Course in Suction P-Traps for HVACR
A suction p-trap is a discharge line trap that serves an important function both when the compressor is on and in the act of cooling, and when the compressor is off. It’s a critical piece for the equipment’s proper and efficient operation.
4 “Check Engine” Warnings for Your HVACR System
Refrigeration systems have a great deal of both mechanical and electrical components that need periodic maintenance to keep it running at its most optimal. The easiest comparison is to imagine your business’ refrigeration system as your car.
Refrigeration Smart Controls and Peak Energy Demand Reduction
Effective demand-limiting strategies will often increase overall energy usage, but they have the potential to yield a lower electric bill in facilities where demand charges are high.
Walk-in Cooler/Freezer Electric Defrost 101: Cost [Part 2]
Last week, we wrote about why you need electric defrost for your commercial freezer and how it works. This week, we break down the costs associated with defrost, and the potential costs of ice build up on evaporator coils.
With New Regulations on the Horizon, the Cold Storage Industry Will Need to Adapt
As the EPA and other regulatory bodies discuss hydrofluorocarbons and other refrigerants with “global warming potential,” it will be up to those in the cold storage industry to future-proof their operations and focus on data to maintain profitability.