In this article (link below), Martin and Colwell outline a key challenge that US industrial companies face – the aging and inevitable retirement of a large segment of their workforce. The article then outlines some possible solutions; from enhanced training methods to the use of KPI’s displayed in real-time to operators. Martin and Colwell: Minimizing time to experience, maximizing human performance [...]
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ASM Heat Treat Show (Booth #2025) reduce your energy cost with Epower SCR’s
September 3, 2009
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A recent posting (3rd Sept) on www.themonty.com discusses some of the issues heat treaters face with peak demand charges – in fact the discussion shows that the penalty of high peaks can offset savings made in reduced energy usage (the article compares 37% less energy usage but the bill is only 3% less) . This [...]
Read moreAutomatic Load Tap Changer for Industrial Loads
July 16, 2009
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Using Phase Angle? Here is the Solution for Cleaner Supply and Cost Savings Just released – white paper. The load tap changer is a powerful solution for applications that require phase angle firing due to the nature of the load or for convenience. By dramatically improving the power factor compared to a traditional phase angle [...]
Read moreNFPA86 Webinar (Sponsor Industrial Heating)
June 9, 2009
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A major overhaul of NFPA 86, the recognized standard for ovens and furnaces, will impact your operations. After the proposed changes are announced in late June, you will have fewer than 3 months to submit your comments. Attend a free webinar with NFPA 86 Committee Secretary Richard J. Martin, who will present the most important [...]
Read moreFacility-wide Energy Costs Reduced
March 20, 2009
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Electricity provider deploys a solution centered on EPower controller technology on a Heat Treatment furnace reducing energy cost through efficient distribution across a variety of loads and conditions. In this application, the PLM function of the SCR power controller manages the heating elements and regulates power input across the combustion process, combining improved communications and [...]
Read moreSCR Power controller receives “Engineers’ Choice Award”
February 9, 2009
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Control Engineering announced today that this year’s “Engineers Choice Award” for the Power category is awarded to EPower for Predictive Load Management. Its PLM function anticipates energy needs and optimizes power demand through load balancing and load shedding strategies. Detailed information on the PLM function can be found in a newly release white paper written [...]
Read morePulse-Firing?
January 26, 2009
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No, not another pitch for the new Epower SCR/Thyristor, this time looking at the advantages of the Eurotherm Pulse Firing module (Gas Burner systems) that is available in our Eycon/T2550 products. So why use Pulse-Firing……? Simple answer is to reduce costs! Although putting in a Pulse-Firing system may mean a higher capital outlay, this is offset by [...]
Read moreEpower “The revolutionary SCR Power Controller”
January 6, 2009
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Click on picture to access the EPower video on: How Predictive Load Management reduces energy cost.
Read moreENERGY SAVINGS?
December 30, 2008
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Real cost savings achieved by efficient use of energy. Gas or Electric – Eurotherm has solutions that save money! SCR/Thyristors (E-power) using Predictive Load Management Technology to manage peak demand of a multiple furnaces or multi-chamber furnaces. Improving the efficiency of Burner systems as well as improving temperature uniformity through intelligent burner control.
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