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Explore the successful energy-saving initiatives discovered during a treasure hunt at Advics & GECOM facilities in July 2008, hosted by Advics and GECOM and sponsored by TEMA. Discover how simple actions like turning off cooling fans and optimizing processes led to significant energy and cost savings. Find out how replacing lighting systems and implementing HVAC setbacks resulted in substantial efficiency gains. Join us in celebrating the achievements and learn how small changes can make a big impact on sustainability and operational costs.
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Supplier Treasure Hunt Results Hosted by Advics & GECOM Sponsored by TEMA July 27th-28th, 2008
Participants • Advics • GECOM • IMA • NSK • TEMA – Facilities
Where did we look? • Facilities – Avanzar & Toyotetsu • Advics – Brake Caliper Grinding, Plating, & Assembly • GECOM – Door latches, Sliding door components, Door & compartment locks
Top 3 What did we find? • Setback spot coolers during weekends • Completely power down idling process lines • Turn off process cooling fans when machines turn off • Energy Savings ~ 1 Million KWh/yr • Cost Savings ~ $69,000/Yr ($48k with ZERO implementation cost
What did we find? Top 3 • Lighting Replace HID with HIF (plant) • Setback HVACs between shift & non production • Turn off chiller, cooling towers, and related pumps (when possible) during weekends • Energy Savings ~ 1.9 Million KWh/yr • Cost Savings ~ $118,000/Yr ($55k savings with ZERO investment)
Questions/Comments Thank you!