Energy Saving Retrofits
Variable Frequency Drives
Variable frequency drives (VFD) are dependable electronic devices that control the motor speed of electric motors. They are used on fans, pumps, chillers,
cooling towers, and many other products. The payback period for installing drives is typically less than three years and drives can do more than reduce energy, they can:
- Provide accurate and repeatable control of HVAC settings
- Are less expensive to maintain than mechanical controls
- Reduce noise
- Incorporate soft-starting (reducing wear and tear on motors, sheaves, belts, couplings, and other components)
- Reduce amperage drawn during motor starting
- Eligible for a ComEd rebate
Turbocor
The Turbocor Compressor is a state of the art centrifugal compressor with nearly endless flexibility, making it a great choice for retrofits. This compressor utilizes magnetic bearing design that floats the impeller
s and shaft on a magnetic cushion. This compressor offers the following advantages:
- 30% greater efficiency compared to traditional compressors
- Integrated Variable Speed Technology
- 1/4 to 1/5 the weight of traditional compressors
- One main moving part
- Reduction in Maintenance Cost and Increased Life
- 50% less footprint
- Eligible for a ComEd Rebate
Power Burner Retrofits
If a boiler replacement is out of the budget, there are other ways to improve efficiency. Retrfoitting an old boiler is one way to bring it nearly up to par with today's boilers. By retrofiting your exsting boiler, the system may experience the following improvments:
- Reduce Boiler Cycling
- Improvement in Combustion Efficiceny
- Reduction in Maintenance Cost
- Realiability
- Lower Emissions
- Improved Control
Equipment Replacement
Commercial HVAC systems contribute to a large portion of the energy used in a building. Atomatic has a team of seasoned engineers, project managers and field service technicians to help your design improvement projects. Upgrading to a more efficient system can save you money on your energy bills, reduce repair cost, and increase reliability. Some retrfoits may even be eligible for rebates.