Energy Assessments for Industrial Complexes

This book discusses methods that businesses may employ to reduce energy costs related to managing industrial buildings through environmentally sustainable methods. There are several chapters covering various aspects of energy assessments and each chapter is linked to case histories that are given in the appendix. The chapters cover energy efficient methods for managing lighting, insulation, machines, air conditioning and much more. Information needed during the assessment process is also supplemented in tables. Readers who wish to gain a better understanding of the many ways to reduce energy consumption can benefit from this book. Contents: 1. Optimization of Lighting 2. Windows 3. Doors 4. Garage Doors 5. Insulation 6. Roofs 7. Appliances 8. Vending Machines 9. Computers and Office Equipment 10. Showers 11. Pools 12. Air Flow of Kitchen Hoods 13. Motors 14. Boilers 15. Plant Floor Machinery 16. Compressors 17. Belt Conveyors 18. Water Heaters 19. Furnaces, Air Conditioners and Dehumidifiers 20. Heat Recovery 21. Documents 22. Solid Waste Management 23. Application of Calculators for the Energy Assessment Appendix: Sample Energy Assessments