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Air Compressor Optimization Saves 1.92 Crore Taka Annually for a Bangladeshi Textile Facility

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Executive Summary

A leading textile exporter in Bangladesh faced issues with air compressor efficiency and energy tracking. Energeia’s E-Air solution provided audits and recommendations, leading to annual savings of 1.92 Crore BDT (Bangladeshi Taka) and improved efficiency.

Key Stats

0.92 Crore BDT

Monetary Savings Annually

0,94,000 kWh

Energy Savings Annually

0,212 Tonnes

CO₂ Emission Reduction

Customer Overview

One of the largest textile exporters in Bangladesh operates a large air compressor plant that plays a crucial role in its manufacturing processes.

  • “>Annual Air Compressor Plant Energy Consumption: 4.5 GWh
  • Annual Air Compressor Energy Spend: 5.4 Crore BDT
  • Average Daily Energy Consumption (All Compressors): 14 MWh – 15.5 MWh

The Challenges

The textile exporter faced several challenges with their air compressor plant, which led to increased operational costs and inefficiencies:

  • Lack of Precise Monitoring: The company struggled to track the exact energy consumption of each air compressor, making it difficult to manage energy usage effectively.
  • Efficiency Variations: There were noticeable variations in the efficiency of different air compressors, but the reasons were unclear.
  • Pressure Drop Issues: The system experienced pressure drops across the air compressor network, impacting overall performance.
  • Lack of Insights: The company lacked the necessary insights to understand why these inefficiencies were occurring.
  • Rising Compressed Air Costs: The cost of compressed air was increasing in relation to production, adding to the operational burden.

Energeia’s Solution: E-Air Optimization

Energeia implemented a tailored E-Air solution to address the challenges faced by the facility. The approach involved a comprehensive audit and monitoring service, which included the following steps:

  • Continuous IoT Monitoring: Real-time energy consumption of each compressor was monitored to identify usage patterns and inefficiencies. The plant’s efficiency was evaluated by comparing energy consumption with demand flow (kW/CFM).
  • Compressor Assessment: The capacity and efficiency of each compressor were measured in terms of Free Air Delivery (FAD) and kW/CFM, providing a clearer understanding of overall performance.
  • Pressure Profiling: Conducted pressure profiling on both the supply and demand sides to identify discrepancies and opportunities for optimization.
  • Air Leak Audit (LDAR): An air leak audit was performed to quantify losses within the system, leading to targeted repair measures.
  • Air Quality Audit: Dew point monitoring was carried out at both supply and demand centers to ensure optimal air quality and system performance.
  • Demand Monitoring: Air demand during daily production was tracked to better align supply with actual needs, improving efficiency.
  • Pressure-Based Control System: Adjustments were made to the pressure-based control system to ensure the most efficient combination of compressors operated according to demand.
  • Replacement of Inefficient Compressors: Identified and replaced four inefficient compressors, improving the average kW/CFM and unlocking significant energy savings.
  • Optimized Low-Pressure Areas: Areas requiring lower pressure compressed air (4 bar) were optimized by placing low-pressure air compressors closer to consumption points, resulting in additional energy savings.

Results

Energeia’s interventions delivered clear, measurable benefits:

  • Annual Cost Savings: Unlocked total savings of 1.92 Crore BDT per year, significantly reducing the facility’s energy expenditure.
  • CO₂ Emission Reduction: The optimized operations led to a reduction of 1,212 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually, supporting the company’s sustainability goals.
  • Energy Savings: The implemented solutions resulted in energy savings of 15,94,000 kWh per year, improving overall efficiency and reducing the plant’s energy consumption.

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