EECO2 Case Study - Client: GSK - Consumer Health Supply Division - Memphis - Tennessee


Actual Verified Benefits:



  • Energy savings delivered = 1.95m kWhr/pa
  • Energy cost savings = $135,000
  • Emissions reduction = 917 te CO2
  • Simple pay back = 1.5 years
  • Capital cost avoidance from not replacing

    Retained Sample Store HVAC = $35,000


    Facility: CME Warehouse - temperature & humidity controlled storage of regulated product, also include the HVAC system in the Retained Sample Store (existing R22 plant obsolete)


    Issue: Very high energy demand driven by original HVAC design & layout


    Brief: Reduce energy demand without compromising on Compliance


    Solution:



  • Reduce existing air change rates
  • Reduce existing fresh air volume
  • Install 2 new VSD's to the 100kw supply air fans
  • Replace the existing supply air diffusers to improve air distribution
  • Use existing warehouse HVAC system to serve Retained Sample Store
  • Risk based approach to mitigate potential "out of condition" impact


    • Conclusion: EECO2 supported HVAC design review, project scoped out & local contractors bid to complete project - project let & successfully completed


    Site Energy Manager Comments:



    "This project was key for delivering the sites 2010 energy target. It exemplifies how the proper air flow & fresh air can contribute significant energy savings. This type of project will be replicated in the remaining areas of our Facility"


    Alan Stewart - Site Energy Manager

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