Data Collection
After 20 years of building local and cloud-based monitoring solutions for compressed air systems, we are firm believers that continuous monitoring is the foundation of an intelligent compressed air system.
The core of an intelligent, connected compressed air system is accurate, reliable performance data. Our standardized project framework is built on industry-standard data collection methods and compressed air performance metrics to deliver quality data to you.
With this data, you can have a complete picture of your compressed air system and identify ways to increase system efficiency and performance.
Our approach to gathering data is customized to each of our customers. From energy savings surveys to on-site visits, metered assessments, and data collection from BayWatch, our cloud-based plant controls and monitoring system, we will gather all of the data you need to fully analyze your compressed air system.
Working with you and your team, we will identify the best collection methods, time frames, and data types in order gather the essential information for your energy goals.
February 2016 Site Survey Data Collection |
Units | Weekday 1st Shift |
Weekday 2nd Shift |
Weekday 3rd Shift |
Saturday | Sunday |
Hours per Week | Hours | 40 | 40 | 40 | 24 | 24 |
Average Power | kW | 5,000 | 5,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
Pressure Reduction | ||||||
Average Pressue | psi | 105.0 | 105.0 | 105.0 | 105.0 | 105.0 |
Proposed Operating Pressure | psi | 98.0 | 98.0 | 98.0 | 80.0 | 80.0 |
Blowoff Reduction | psi | 98.0 | 98.0 | 80.0 | 80.0 | 80.0 |
% of Air Released | % | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
% Reduction in Blowoff | % | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 |
Unloaded Operation | ||||||
Power When Running Unloaded | kW | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 |
Hours per Week Running Unloaded | Hours | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
% Unloaded Reduction | % | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 |
Constants | ||
Average Energy Costs | $0.077 | kWH |
Reduced Pressure Savings | 0.500 | %% |
Unregulated Demand Coefficient | .600 | %% |
Building on a new, universally compatible gateway, our solutions allow customers to realize compressed air energy and maintenance savings in new and innovative ways including:
The most efficient operating point of a compressor is typically 100 percent of its rated capacity. This holds true for centrifugal, rotary screw, and reciprocating compressors.