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of the plant that are not efficient. Let us say a plant manager spots a conveyor operating for several hours per week when it is not needed - a simple modification of switching this machine off periodically could yield a decent energy saving. Likewise, the system could also spot opportunities for significant energy savings, such as an under loaded motor that needs replacing or a fault in the HVAC system. COPA-DATA’s zenon, which functions as an


EDMS, can also provide alerts for any deviations in energy usage. For manufacturers with many industrial assets, this can identify energy flow issues before they cause spikes in consumption and cost. The current energy crisis is daunting for


consumers and business owners alike. While industry will not be supported by Ofgem’s price cap - and there is no sign of support from the Chancellor for businesses in this area, manufacturers must take energy management into their own hands and invest in technology to support energy initiatives.


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championing green manufacturing


emissions calculator. The tool allows users to see real-world percentage reductions in emissions and fuel consumption that can be made by switching a Greener Upgrade. Recent industry trends have indicated an


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urgent need for greener power generation in manufacturing. Deloitte’s 2021 report Sustainable Manufacturing: From Vision to Action highlighted improving operational efficiency and adopting green energy as key areas of impact for this industry going forwards, with processes in this sector accounting for one third of global energy consumption. With the rising cost of energy also


compounding the need for more efficient practice, Aggreko has launched a new emissions calculator, accessible through the company’s website, in order to allow operators to identify greener alternatives to their organisation’s current method of power generation. The calculator uses information based on the unique energy demands of each site to determine potential savings in carbon dioxide, nitrous oxides, particulate matter and fuel consumption. Chris Rason, managing director at Aggreko


Northern Europe, says: “With sustainability legislation becoming ever-tighter, the Government has called upon all sectors to play their part in transitioning to green energy - manufacturing included. With energy bills only continuing to rise too, operators are beginning to recognise the benefits of adopting more efficient solutions. “However, processes within this sector


can prove particularly energy-intensive, so finding an effective substitute for current power generation techniques can often be challenging. It is for this very reason that we’ve launched our new emissions


calculator, allowing operators to easily identify a greener solution based on the energy demands of their site.” The calculator has been developed from


Aggreko’s extensive experience supplying decentralised energy solutions to the manufacturing industry, with special consideration paid to sector-specific applications such as cold storage, cooling and process heating. The tool forms part of Aggreko’s wider


Greener Upgrades initiative, and follows the introduction of a number of more sustainable technologies to the company’s fleet. This includes solutions such as ultra-low emission Stage V generators and hybrid battery installations, as well as using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as a drop-in fuel. Rason concludes: “The UK’s green transition


will only be able to take place through a series of incremental changes. Even by just switching to a smaller generator that does not exceed the needs of the site manufacturers can achieve an immediate reduction in carbon emissions. “Making minor switches such as these in


the short term can deliver exponential returns in the long run, so we strongly encourage manufacturing operators to explore what alternatives are out there, as you might just be surprised at the efficiency gains this can deliver too.” To access Aggreko’s emissions calculator, visit: aggreko-calculators.com/greener-upgrades


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lobal temporary power company Aggreko has re- affirmed its support for greener practice in the manufacturing sector with the launch of a new


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